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The Royals, who tied the franchise record for fewest wins in a full season with 56 last year, are now on pace for 102 in 2024.

The Royals Are the Most Confounding Story in Baseball Right Now

A third of the way into the season, Kansas City is 32–19 after finishing a dismal 56–106 last year. Can the Royals keep up this pace?

Tom Verducci, Tom Verducci
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The Royals, who tied the franchise record for fewest wins in a full season with 56 last year, are now on pace for 102 in 2024.

The Royals Are the Most Confounding Story in Baseball Right Now

A third of the way into the season, Kansas City is 32–19 after finishing a dismal 56–106 last year. Can the Royals keep up this pace?

Tom Verducci, Tom Verducci
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Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown reacts after a play against the Indiana Pacers in the second half during Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals.

Jaylen Brown’s Motivation, Tyrese Haliburton’s Availability Dictate Eastern Conference Finals Game 2

Al Horford and Oshae Brissett also played crucial roles for the Celtics, plus other observations from Game 2 of the Eastern Conference finals.

Chris Mannix
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The NCAA's settlement will fundamentally change the college sports model.

SI:AM | What to Know About the Historic NCAA Settlement

College sports are going to look drastically different.

Dan Gartland
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MLB commissioner Rob Manfred doesn’t seem optimistic about the future of the league’s top regional media partner.

MLB’s Regional Broadcasting Fiasco Has No End in Sight

Commissioner Rob Manfred admitted Thursday there's "not much good" about the bankruptcy of Diamond Sports, which has left many fans without a way to watch games.

Stephanie Apstein
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New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) scrambles with the ball against the Miami Dolphins during the first half at Hard Rock Stadium.

Giants' Daniel Jones Expects to Play Week 1 Amid Recovery From ACL Injury

Daniel Jones anticipates being out on the field in Week 1 when the New York Giants open their season.

Karl Rasmussen
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Broncos coach Sean Payton addresses the media after organized team activities at Centura Health Training Center.

Sean Payton Describes Broncos Quarterbacks As 'Orphan Dogs'

Tom Dierberger
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Fox NFL analyst Greg Olsen on field against the Chicago Bears prior to a game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

Greg Olsen Still Aims to Be Top NFL Analyst After Being Bumped for Tom Brady

Karl Rasmussen
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Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce

Patrick Mahomes Jokingly Takes Credit For Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift Relationship

Liam McKeone
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Rick Carlisle

Rick Carlisle Explains Decision to Pull Pacers Starters Early in Loss to Celtics

His answer may only raise more questions.

Liam McKeone
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Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) reacts against the Boston Celtics in the first half during Game 2.

Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton Exits Game 2 Loss to Celtics With Leg Injury

Karl Rasmussen
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Pelicans general manager Trajan Langdon speaks during a press conference in 2022.

Report: Pistons to Hire Pelicans GM As President of Basketball Operations

Tom Dierberger
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Timberwolves coach Chris Finch speaks in a press conference before Game 1 of the Western Conference finals against the Dallas Mavericks.

Chris Finch Blasts Timberwolves With Blunt Quote One Day After Game 1 Loss

Tom Dierberger
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Chicago White Sox play-by-play broadcaster John Schriffen

White Sox Announcer Blasts Umpires After Game Ends on Infield Fly Rule Interference

The Chicago White Sox lost Thursday's game to the Baltimore Orioles when umpires called first baseman Andrew Vaughn out for infield fly rule interference. White Sox announcer John Schriffen was livid.

Tim Capurso
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Chicago White Sox manager Pedro Grifol argues with umpires after an interference call ends a game against the Baltimore Orioles.

Umpires End White Sox–Orioles Game on Baffling Interference Call on Infield Fly

Karl Rasmussen
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Feb 15, 2024; Tampa, FL, USA; MLB commissioner Rob Manfred talks with media at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-USA TODAY Sports

Rob Manfred States Robot Home Plate Umpires Unlikely for 2025 MLB Season

Ryan Phillips
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May 3, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ (8) runs to first base after hitting a single against the Milwaukee Brewers during the fourth inning at Wrigley Field.

Cubs Troll Ronald Acuna Jr. With Sarcastic Ian Happ Jumbotron Graphic

Madison Williams
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College Football

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NCAA, Power Five Conferences Agree to Let Schools Directly Pay Athletes

As part of the agreement, the NCAA will pay over $2.7 billion in damages to past and current athletes.

Tom Dierberger
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Jan 7, 2024; Houston, TX, USA; The 2024 College Football Playoff national championship logo on the field at NRG Stadium.

ESPN Agrees to Sublicense College Football Playoff Games to TNT

Patrick Andres
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Nov 6, 2021; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Michigan State Spartans quarterback Payton Thorne (10) passes the ball  in the second half against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium.

Fox Sets 12 Friday Night College Football Matchups During 2024 Season

Patrick Andres
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Kirk Herbstreit on The Pat McAfee Show.

Kirk Herbstreit Told Pat McAfee About Having Eight of His Sports Emmys Repossessed

Stephen Douglas
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Fantasy Football

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Jan 20, 2024; Baltimore, MD, USA; Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) drops back to pass

2024 Fantasy Football Dynasty League Startup Rankings for Every Position

Dynasty leagues are one of if not the most challenging and comprehensive in the fantasy world.

Michael Fabiano
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Feb 11, 2024; Paradise, Nevada, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23)

2024 Fantasy Football Top 200 Rankings

Michael Fabiano
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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts.

2024 Fantasy Football Player Rankings by Position

Michael Fabiano
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Apr 25, 2024; Detroit, MI, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. poses after

2024 Fantasy Football Rookie Rankings

Michael Fabiano
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Pro Golfer Disrobes to Hit Shot After Landing in Hazard

Dan Gartland
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Scottie Scheffler shot a 2-over 72 in his first round at Colonial Country Club.

Scottie Scheffler Shoots Second Over-Par Round of Year at Charles Schwab Challenge

John Schwarb
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Scheffler is scheduled to be arraigned in Louisville, Ky., on June 3.

Scottie Scheffler's Legal Process to Continue, Officer Disciplined for Body Camera Off

Bob Harig
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Bryson DeChambeau's Crushers are LIV Golf's defending team champions.

LIV Golf Reveals Site for Season-Ending Team Championship

Bob Harig
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Soccer

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Jürgen Klopp Was Visibly Moved By Mountain of Letters From Liverpool Fans

Kyle K
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Jul 22, 2018; Charlotte, NC, USA; Liverpool Coach Jurgen Klopp.

Jurgen Klopp Humorously Shares Vision for Liverpool Under New Manager Arne Slot

Patrick Andres
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Napkin That Aided Barcelona in Signing Lionel Messi Sells for Nearly $1 Million

Dan Gartland
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May 15, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; A raccoon runs on the field in the first half between

Rogue Raccoon Causes 'Record-Setting' Delay During MLS Match

Ryan Phillips
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More Sports

McLaren driver Lando Norris and Red Bull driver Max Verstappen will face off in Monaco.

Monaco Grand Prix Preview: All Eyes on Red Bull–McLaren Duel

Zach Koons
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WWE Announces First Two-Night Edition of ‘SummerSlam’

Dan Gartland
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May 5, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz (55) during the Miami Grand Prix at Miami International Autodrome.

Mercedes Drops Out of Carlos Sainz Sweepstakes, per Report

Patrick Andres
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May 15, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA;  Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5) reacts during the second half against the Dallas Wings at College Park Center.

Angel Reese Becomes Newest Owner of Washington D.C.’s Pro Women’s Soccer Team

Madison Williams
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