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NFL players turned broadcasters have warnings for Tom Brady

Tom Brady confirmed this week that, after his playing career is done, he will turn his attention to TV, becoming NFL lead analyst for Fox. Unquestionably, he has every quality — name, looks, resume — to break salary records and even overshadow the games he’s covering. But everybody has to start somewhere and, if history […]

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NBA unveils new trophies, awards honoring Larry Bird, Magic Johnson, Bob Cousy, Oscar Robertson

It’s no coincidence that in the same year the NBA is celebrating its 75th anniversary, the league is unveiling an ensemble of trophies and awards that will feature new designs and will honor iconic players such as Larry Bird, Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Bob Cousy and Oscar Robertson. During the conference finals, which could begin Sunday […]

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Giants news, 5/12: Kayvon Thibodeaux, Kadarius Toney, more

Good morning, New York Giants fans! Answering the 2022 NFL draft’s biggest questions – Experts debate favorite picks, top rookie classes, fantasy stars, more Three of 12 experts in ESPN’s roundtable picked Kayvon Thibodeaux to win Defensive Rookie of the Year. Only Aidan Hutchinson got as many votes. What Giants need from Kadarius Toney, Azeez […]

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U.S. announced as hosts of 2031 and 2033 Rugby World Cups

The United States have been confirmed as the host of both the 2031 Men’s Rugby World Cup and the 2033 Women’s Rugby World Cup as World Rugby lays out the schedule for the next 11 years of the sport. The announcement came on Thursday in Dublin, with England the hosts of the 2025 Women’s Rugby […]

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Grizzlies dance team celebrates blowout, dances in Curry’s face

Sports // Golden State Warriors Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors reacts against the Memphis Grizzlies during the third quarter in Game Five of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Western Conference Semifinals on May 11. Andy Lyons/Getty Images After Steph Curry decided to reference the Grizzlies’ rally song during some pregame trash talk, Memphis fans […]

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Daily Schmankerl: Bayern Munich went hard after Erling Haaland before Manchester City move; Tottenham Hotspur chasing Serge Gnabry; FC Barcelona targets Liverpool’s Sadio Mane; Chelsea to raid RB Leipzig; and MORE!

According to a report from Bild, Bayern Munich chased Borussia Dortmund star all the way until the bitter end when the Norwegian ultimately decided to join Manchester City: There has finally been clarity since Tuesday: Bundesliga superstar Erling Haaland (21) is moving from Dortmund to Manchester City! The English club will pull the €75m release […]

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Dolphins mocked for video of Tua badly underthrowing Tyreek

The Dolphins made some flashy moves this offseason—namely the additions of Tyreek Hill and Pro Bowl tackle Terron Armstead—but how those pieces fit remains to be seen. Miami may be guilty of putting the cart before the horse with some worried Hill’s skill set as one of the league’s premier deep threats could be wasted […]

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Bob Melvin prostate surgery successful

SAN DIEGO — Padres manager Bob Melvin underwent successful prostate surgery and is expected to make a full recovery, the team announced Wednesday. Melvin underwent the surgery at UC San Diego Health on Wednesday morning. While he recovers, Melvin is expected to miss at least a portion of the Padres’ forthcoming nine-game road trip. The […]

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Frenkie de Jong: Persist or cash in? Barcelona’s transfer dilemma

Regular Barcelona watchers will recognize the scene. Barca are struggling in a game, laboring to break down their doggedly defending opponents. Around the hour mark, the fourth official holds up a board showing the number 21. Frenkie de Jong traipses unhappily from the pitch, and the Nou Camp crowd grumbles. This keeps happening. Before Tuesday […]

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The Grizzlies played postseason anthem during blowout … and Draymond Green and Stephen Curry loved it

The Golden State Warriors entered Game 5 of the Western Conference semifinals up 3-1, with a chance to end the Memphis Grizzlies’ playoff run. Ahead of the potential series closer, Stephen Curry gave Kendra Andrews some insight on Golden State’s mentality, saying: “Whoop that trick! That is our game plan.” “Whoop That Trick” is a […]