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Mets’ Bo Bichette shares intriguing update on his third base move

New Yrok Mets star Bo Bichette shared an interesting update on his transition to third baseman this season.

2026-03-05T00:07:06Z

Longtime Notre Dame coach Lou Holtz dies at 89

Longtime college football coach Lou Holtz died on Wednesday, months after reports emerged that he was in hospice care, Notre Dame announced. He was 89. "Notre Dame mourns the loss of Lou Holtz, a legendary football coach, a beloved member of the Notre Dame family and a devoted husband, father and grandfather," Notre Dame president Rev. Robert A Dow...

2026-03-04T21:43:21Z

College football: When Notre Dame ruined Iowa Pre-Flight’s perfect season

You may not remember when Iowa Pre-Flight was a dominant team, but it was a massive victory for Notre Dame Football.

2026-03-05T08:34:01Z

Blue Jays' Max Scherzer has 2-word statement on return to Toronto

Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Max Scherzer isn't mincing words about his decision to come back for his age-41 season.

2026-03-04T16:03:50Z

Healy insists there's no sadness as legendary career comes to a close

The Australia captain hopes to savour her final few days as a player but is focused on being part of team success

2026-03-05T10:01:23Z

Texas' big loss to Arkansas plants seeds of doubt into NCAA tournament hopes

Texas Longhorns have lost three of last four as they limp into regular-season finale against Oklahoma

2026-03-05T04:46:44Z

Blues beat Kraken 3-2 to halt Seattle's 5-game home winning streak

SEATTLE (AP) — Dylan Holloway scored the go-ahead goal in the second period, Brayden Schenn had three assists and the St. Louis Blues beat the Seattle Kraken 3-2 on Wednesday night. Robert Thomas added a goal and an assist, and defenseman Logan Mailloux also scored as the last-place Blues improved to 9-17-3 on the road with their second consecutive...

2026-03-05T06:16:35Z

Michael Carrick says first loss as Manchester United coach 'hurts'

Manchester United's unbeaten run under new coach Michael Carrick ended at seven games following a 2-1 defeat at Newcastle United.

2026-03-05T01:01:26Z

Former Hawks player Trae Young puts Atlanta mansion up for sale

Trae Young has put his Atlanta mansion up for sale after being traded to the Washington Wizards.

2026-03-04T20:54:57Z

Arsenal don't need to make friends to win Premier League

Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler had strong words for Arsenal's game management, but the Gunners now control their own destiny in the title race.

2026-03-04T23:31:17Z

Opener Bean extends Yorkshire stay until 2028

Yorkshire opener Finlay Bean signs a two-year extension to stay at Headingley until 2028.

2026-03-05T10:53:34Z

UFC Mexico City’s Regina Tarin claps back at body-shaming fight fans: 'My body went through so much'

UFC Mexico City was a major night in the career of Regina Tarin. The 21-year-old knockout artist debuted on short-notice opposite Ernesta Kareckaite, putting on a three-round scrap that stands out as one of the better female fights of 2026 so far. Not only did she throw down, but “Kill Bill” also walked away with […]

2026-03-05T08:04:26Z

How Jason Statham helped Rico Verhoeven land a fight with Oleksandr Usyk

Rico Verhoeven talks to ESPN about his upcoming fight with Olensandr Usyk and Jason Statham's role in the event.

2026-03-05T10:31:04Z

UFC 326: Michael Johnson explains what he thinks UFC's younger generation is lacking that holds them back

Johnson sees talent, but a lack of refinement in the younger generation of fighters

2026-03-04T21:23:18Z

Jerome Bettis shares heartbroken reaction to death of former coach Lou Holtz

Notre Dame legend Jerome Bettis shared a heartbroken reaction to the death of his former college coach, Lou Holtz.

2026-03-05T04:24:03Z

Blazers’ Donovan Clingan ejected from Memphis game after dangerous elbow

Donovan Clingan was the architect of his own downfall as the Blazers took on the Grizzlies, getting ejected for swinging his elbow.

2026-03-05T05:51:50Z

Phillies urged to bolster outfield by trading for Byron Buxton

The Philadelphia Phillies could address their outfield production issues by trading for a star slugger from the Minnesota Twins.

2026-03-04T20:33:17Z

2026 NFL free agency updates: Signings, trades, rumors

NFL free agency opens with the legal negotiating window on March 9. Here's the latest intel.

2026-03-03T12:46:04Z

Aaron Judge’s massive 453-foot Team USA home run has MLB world going wild

Nearly everyone in MLB is sharing their reactions to Yankees star Aaron Judge hitting a massive home run for Team USA in the WBC.

2026-03-05T00:06:50Z

Eight ejected, referee injured amid South Alabama-Coastal Carolina brawl at Sun Belt basketball tournament

The melee resulted in four suspensions handed out by the Sun Belt

2026-03-05T03:52:54Z

Rory McIlroy claps back at Jon Rahm/DP World Tour deal: 'It's a shame'

Rory McIlroy criticizes Jon Rahm's refusal of a DP World Tour deal, calling it 'really generous' and a 'shame'.

2026-03-04T20:41:13Z

Women's college basketball games today: Schedule, times, how to watch for March 5

Here's the full NCAA women's basketball schedule, for March 5, including game times, TV channels, scores and how to stream.

2026-03-05T09:36:11Z

Why the World Baseball Classic means so much to USA

USA's ice hockey teams restored some national pride as both won gold at the Winter Olympics. Now their men's baseball team aims to follow suit at the World Baseball Classic.

2026-03-05T08:08:30Z

How UCLA women's basketball stars pulled off a halftime dance team cameo

Lauren Betts, Gabriela Jaquez and Charlisse Leger-Walker high kicked their way onto the UCLA dance team.

2026-03-05T03:01:16Z

World Baseball Classic rules, explained: The biggest differences vs. MLB, including pitch counts and run limits

The World Baseball Classic will feature a fair few wrinkles in 2026.

2026-03-05T09:20:56Z

World Cup-winning soccer star Chloe Kelly is now a Barbie

Known for her blistering pace and powerful shots, the soccer player is having a Barbie made in her likeness as the toymaker names her as role model of the year.

2026-03-05T05:13:47Z

Formula 1: Ahead of the Australian GP, Max Verstappen says technical changes are complicated

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Four-time world champion Max Verstappen has again taken aim at F1’s new technical regulations ahead of the new season, calling them “pretty complicated” and that “it’s a bit late” for last-minute rule tweaks. F1 heads into a new era this year starting Sunday at the Australian Grand Prix, with unprecedented changes. Verstappen has been the most outspoken against the change so far, calling the new cars “anti-racing” and...

2026-03-05T09:20:24Z

SEC basketball tournament bracket, projected seeds live updates

Florida has already wrapped up the No. 1 seed in next week's SEC tournament bracket. But the rest of the seeds are up for grabs.

2026-03-04T16:31:12Z

Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena yanked from Dominican Republic WBC exhibition with finger injury

Houston Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena suffers a finger injury in the Dominican Republic's WBC exhibition and is expected to miss time.

2026-03-05T05:51:48Z

Yankees news: George Lombard Jr.’s shining spring moment

Yanks’ top prospect shows pop; Schlittler cleared to pitch; how Schlittler navigated the start of his life; Judge on LA; WBC homers

2026-03-05T05:03:37Z

Yankees' top prospect launches first spring training home run off Red Sox All-Star

The New York Yankees' top prospect, shortstop George Lombard Jr., hit his first home run of the spring off Boston Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet.

2026-03-04T21:14:12Z

Nia Jax responds to CM Punk's controversial promo on WWE Raw

What does Nia Jax have to say about World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk's comments to Roman Reigns this week on WWE Raw?

2026-03-05T03:33:33Z

World Baseball Classic locations 2026: Full list of cities, stadiums hosting WBC games in US., Japan

The Sporting News brings you the complete locations and venues for the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

2026-03-05T10:21:02Z

Patriots already have top Stefon Diggs replacement in their sights

After cutting WR Stefon Diggs, the New England Patriots are reportedly eyeing a top free-agent wideout to replace him.

2026-03-05T01:38:29Z

Back on the (pommel) horse - McClenaghan ready after 18 month lay off

Olympic champion Rhys McClenaghan speaks to BBC Sport NI's Nigel Ringland about returning to the pommel horse after 18 months out injured.

2026-03-05T09:38:49Z

Grapefruit juice: Mets 5, Israel 2

The Mets went undefeated in WBC warm-up games.

2026-03-04T22:19:09Z

'Miracle to walk' says golfer after lift shaft fall

Italian golfer Andrea Pavan said it felt "like a miracle" to be walking again after leaving hospital just a week after plunging down an empty lift shaft. The 36-year-old Pavan fractured several vertebrae after tumbling down multiple floors inside an empty lift shaft at his accommodation where he was preparing for the South African Open in Stellenbosch last week.

2026-03-04T20:06:54Z

Cubs’ latest decision will lead to big adjustment for infielder

The Chicago Cubs' latest decision for an infielder on the roster will force this player to make a big adjustment moving forward.

2026-03-05T00:21:47Z

Oilers land Jason Dickinson, Colton Dach in another trade with Blackhawks

The Chicago Blackhawks and Edmonton Oilers made a second trade this week with the Oilers, receiving forwards Jason Dickinson and Colton Dach on Wednesday.

2026-03-05T04:31:15Z

Max Verstappen after F1 rant: 'Bit late' to change 'complicated' regulations

Max Verstappen has said the limitations of Formula 1's new regulations were predictable from the outset, warning it is already "a bit late" to make changes to improve the racing.

2026-03-05T09:16:15Z

Texas softball: As conference play begins, can the Longhorns stay hot and win the SEC?

The No. 3 Longhorns have won 17 straight games behind a loaded squad led by Reese Atwood and Teagan Kavan, but the SEC has lots of contenders. Here are the reasons why UT can, or cannot, win the SEC.

2026-03-05T08:50:36Z

Athletics GM: We’re always open to Kyler Murray exploring a return to baseball

If Murray wants to play Major League Baseball, the team that owns his rights will welcome him aboard.

2026-03-05T10:14:45Z

Australian Grand Prix: Why Valtteri Bottas won't be hit with 15-month old penalty

Valtteri Bottas will avoid starting his Formula 1 comeback at Cadillac with a grid penalty incurred over a year ago thanks to a tweak to F1's regulations.

2026-03-05T08:01:32Z

How Pelicans, Zion Williamson responded to 'tough whistle' after ankle injury

James Borrego's Pelicans understand why Zion Williamson is frustrated after another 'tough whistle' loss versus the Lakers.

2026-03-05T05:21:51Z

From silence to song: Iran women’s anthem shift in Australia at the Women's Asian Cup

GOLD COAST, Australia (AP) — The Iran women's team sang and saluted as its national anthem played ahead of the Women's Asian Cup contest against Australia on Thursday, a contrast to the silence before its opening game. The silence during the anthem before Monday's loss to South Korea was variously reported as an act of defiance or a show of mourning. The team didn’t clarify. But in a news conference on the eve of the game against Australia, Iran...

2026-03-05T09:50:24Z

Beyond the gridiron: Lou Holtz and his love for golf

Lou Holtz, who died Wednesday, was a legendary football coach but winning the member-member at Augusta National was his 'greatest accomplishment.'

2026-03-04T23:55:41Z

Dahmen loses a full PGA Tour card and works his way into a $20M event at Bay Hill

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Joel Dahmen was down to his last chance to keep his full PGA Tour card at the final tournament of the year. He missed the cut, headed home to Arizona to be with his newborn son and had a month to ponder a future that didn't look terribly bright. To be sure, teeing it up in a $20 million signature event at Bay Hill was not in hi...

2026-03-04T22:29:58Z

Paul Skenes speaks of different feeling in Pirates camp, makes first USA start

Skenes is entering his third season with the Pirates and is currently pitching in his first World Baseball Classic.

2026-03-04T22:18:39Z

Lando Norris: If I wasn't motivated to retain F1 title, I'd retire

Formula 1's world champion Lando Norris said he would be "embarrassed" enough to quit the sport if he did not feel fully motivated to defend his title this year.

2026-03-05T10:31:04Z

SEC program hit with reality check after $1.6 million QB declares for NFL draft

One SEC team is looking to fill some massive QB shoes in 2026, which might be a challenge.

2026-03-05T03:33:50Z