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As far as sports betting goes, Pandora's box has been opened. Putting the contents back in is not an option. Despite all the headaches commissioners and executives now face, this is the new reality of sports.
College football's most important people in Week 3
Yardbarker highlights the 10 most important people leading into the weekend in college football each week. Here's who we're keeping an eye on in Week 3.
Union's criticism of commissioner latest example of WNBA unable to get out of its own way
It seems the WNBA can't get out of its own way as the sport rises to uncharted territory, thanks to Caitlin Clark.
Top five Week 3 college football games: TV info, predictions, start time
The Week 3 slate may seem like a step back from the first two weeks, but plenty of diamonds are in the rough. Rivalries will be renewed, and multiple SEC games with big implications for coaches' futures will be played.
To play or not to play: How NFL teams handle first-round rookie QBs
Here's a look at the success stories and failures from both sides of the argument.
It's time for the Penny Hardaway era to be over at Memphis
Four Memphis basketball assistant coaches were abruptly fired Wednesday, providing yet another example of dysfunction within Hardaway's program.
What MLB can do after Braves infielder's scary hit-by-pitch
With the implementation of the universal DH, baseball no longer polices itself when it comes to batters getting plunked. Is it time for MLB to step in?
Why the Big Ten is the big winner of college football so far
A season can't be won or lost in Week 1, but it can pay dividends moving forward. For the Big Ten, it did just that. All 18 teams played and 17 won — the highest win percentage of the Power Four conferences.
Top five Week 2 college football games: TV info, predictions, start time
Week 1 of college football is in the books and the sport proved once again why it is one of the best. Another quality slate of games awaits in Week 2.
Record-low attendance signals Cardinals fans have had enough of mediocrity
Empty seats are expected in professional sports. Spectators don't want to see losing clubs or spend time in old, uninviting stadiums. But empty seats in Busch Stadium, home of the St. Louis Cardinals?
College football's 10 most important people in Week 1
Here are the 10 who will influence the first full week of games.
College basketball's opening week falls flat: Here's how to fix it
How might college basketball spice up a bland opening week?
There's still half of Shohei Ohtani's game that Dodgers haven't experienced yet
Ohtani hasn't pitched this season due to elbow surgery last September, but he threw his first 10 pitches off a mound Saturday. The Dodgers have said that Ohtani won't pitch this season, but it's a step in the right direction for the two-way star.
Top 5 Week 1 college football games: TV info, predictions, start time
Week 0, though light on games, provided the Yellow Jackets' big upset, along with FCS powerhouse Montana State scoring 21 unanswered points in the fourth quarter to beat New Mexico. That was just the appetizer. Here comes the main course.
2026 World Baseball Classic dates, pools announced
The 20-team competition will be held March 5-17, 2026.
Don't look now, but here come the Houston Astros
Death, taxes and the Houston Astros in the American League Championship Series. Those have been the certainties of life since 2017 as the Astros have made seven straight trips to the ALCS.
Report reveals when Mauricio Pochettino could be officially named USMNT coach
The United States men's national team is close to officially getting its man.
Top three Week 0 college football games: Where to watch, predictions, start time
After an offseason of talk about playoff expansion, conference realignment and the rebirth of a fan-favorite video game, it is finally time to actually play some football.
Three silver linings in White Sox's black cloud of a season
These are dark times on Chicago's South Side.
College hockey takes center stage this January at Wrigley Field
The confines of Wrigley Field might be a bit chillier than usual in January 2025, but they will be just as friendly when college hockey takes center stage.
Three reasons for the Royals' turnaround after dismal 2023 season
What a difference a year has made for the Kansas City Royals.
'You're always paying attention': What it's like to mark Lionel Messi
An MLS defender details what it's like trying to mark a world-class player like Lionel Messi.
This Arsenal squad's legacy is on the line in 2024-2025
The Gunners finished second last season, missing out on the title on the final day of the season after a runner-up finish in 2022-2023.
Will the Saudi Pro League ever be taken seriously?
The Saudi Pro League keeps trying to lure in the game's biggest stars, and it continues to be rebuffed. The league's latest target, Brazilian star Vinicius Junior, rejected an offer reportedly worth $382.5 million annually, per Mario Cortegana of The Athletic.
Why Serbia win was so important for future of USA Basketball
As the saying goes: "age is just a number." And that's never been more true than in Team USA men's basketball's win over Serbia on Thursday in the Olympic semifinals.
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