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Rafael Nadal shows he's a star molded from clay
Novak Djokovic was also in action at the Rolex Monte Carlo Masters. Nadal eased to a victory and Djokovic toughed one out against Croatia's Borna Coric.
Parkland students to announce Dolphins picks
The Miami Dolphins have invited members of the Parkland, Florida, community to announce their selections on the third day of next week's NFL draft, a team spokesman told ESPN.
Vegas now co-favorite to win Stanley Cup
The Golden Knights were long shots to win the Stanley Cup before the season, but now they're co-favorites.
Ex-L'ville recruit Bowen eyes draft in case
Former Louisville recruit Brian Bowen will declare for the NBA draft in case the NCAA does not allow him to play at South Carolina.
Ex-Jays star Bautista joins Braves, will play 3B
Jose Bautista has joined the Atlanta Braves, who plan to use the veteran slugger at third base.
NSAC: Canelo to serve 6-month suspension
Boxer Canelo Alvarez will serve a six-month suspension for failing two drug tests.
Why the Patriots need to solidify a post-Brady plan at QB
The Patriots have the chips to make a move up for a quarterback in the draft, and that strategy is making more sense by the day.
Maroney: Abused hundreds of times by Nassar
Former Olympic gymnast McKayla Maroney appeared on the "Today" show and said that she was abused hundreds of times by Larry Nassar.
Sammartino, WWE Hall of Famer, dies at 82
WWE Hall of Famer Bruno Sammartino, who held the championship belt for nearly eight consecutive years from 1963-1971, has died at age 82.
Bristol breakdown: Johnson's top-5 finish
While Kyle Busch continues to rack up the victories, the weekend at Bristol boasted many other interesting insights.
Perseverance (and a little luck) carry Hemric to Cup debut
Daniel Hemric first caught the eye of Brad Keselowski in a late-model race in Michigan. Six years later, that big break has turned into a start in NASCAR's top series.
Roundtable: Can the Golden Knights win the Stanley Cup this season?
Given goalie Marc-Andre Fleury's dominance and the Golden Knights' relentless, physical play in front of him, our writers like Vegas' chances to make a title run.
Kobe-directed sports drink ads troll Gatorade
Sports drink BodyArmor took shots at industry giant Gatorade in ads that debuted Wednesday, including a commercial that ends with the tag line: "Thanks Gatorade. We'll take it from here."
Lowe: What LeBron and the Cavs can do better in Game 2
With the Cavs facing a potential 0-2 deficit, Zach Lowe breaks down the Game 1 blowout and what it means for Game 2.
Talking points: What advice would you give Verstappen?
Does Mercedes still have the fastest car in F1 and where should Daniel Ricciardo go next year? Our panel of F1 experts answer the main talking points to come out of the Chinese Grand Prix.
McShay: How Saquon Barkley grades vs. elite running backs
Barkley is the best running back prospect since ...? Here's where Todd McShay grades him vs. Adrian Peterson, Ezekiel Elliott and other first-round RBs since 2007.
Saquon Barkley's legend runs deep in his Pennsylvania hometown
The NFL draft's top RB was a superstar long before Penn State in a tiny town still big enough to turn out a crowd almost double its size to honor him.
Roundtable: Answering the biggest questions for Nos. 50-1
Which ranking is the most head-scratching? What will the top five look like next year? We asked our experts to answer some of the biggest questions.
MLBRank 50-1: Trout is clear No. 1, but who comes next?
The top spot is an easy call, but then the fun begins. Did Kershaw hold off Scherzer as MLB's best ace? And which MVP passed Harper on our list?
Inside Taylor Hall's transformation -- and what's next
After a "grieving period" in 2016-17, the former Oiler led the Devils back to the postseason with an MVP-caliber campaign. How far can he take them?