The Dallas Cowboys always have a plan. Even when the plan is there aint no plan.
After giving up a third-round pick last year for receiver George Pickens, the Cowboys had no plan to turn the remaind… [+2903 chars]

Cowboys will squat on Pickens via the below-market franchise tag.

NBCSports.com

Stephen Jones: There will be no long-term deal with George Pickens in 2026 - NBC Sports

Lucas Giolito‘s protracted 2025-2026 free agency stint has finally ended after signing with the Padres. Per Jon Heyman of the New York Post, Giolito has a $3MM base salary, while Robert Murray of Fan… [+2508 chars]

The Padres signed righty Lucas Giolito to add to the rotation. Get all the details at MLB Trade Rumors.

MLB Trade Rumors

Padres Sign Lucas Giolito - MLB Trade Rumors

The Portland Trail Blazers won their first playoffs game in five years last night, defeating the San Antonio Spurs to even their first-round series at 1-1. It was a triumphant moment for Blazers Head… [+2230 chars]

Blazer's Edge

Blazers Coach Tiago Splitter Holding On Through Controversy - Blazer's Edge

If you ever come across a 35-goal scorer with a chip on his shoulder bigger than the state of Florida, just turn around and skate the other way. Brandon Hagel has been a crucial piece of the Tampa Ba… [+4129 chars]

If you ever come across a 35-goal scorer with a chip on his shoulder bigger than the state of Florida, just turn around and skate the other way. Brandon Hagel has been a crucial piece of the Tampa Bay Lightning roster for over four years now—a wicked penalty …

Defector.com

This Frickin’ Guy - Defector

Citi Field attendees were at each other’s throats Tuesday as the Mets’ losing streak ballooned to 12 games after a brutal 5-3 loss to the Twins.
A brawl broke in the lower bowl in the 100s level in … [+1621 chars]

Citi Field attendees were at each other’s throats Tuesday as the Mets’ losing streak ballooned to 12 games.

New York Post

Mets, Twins fans engage in wild brawl as losing streak balloons to 12 - New York Post

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Crown is officially downtown!
After a historic announcement Wednesday morning, the Kansas City Royals and Hallmark Cards have shared a first look at their new and nearly $3 bi… [+1901 chars]

WDAF FOX4 Kansas City

FIRST LOOK: Royals, Hallmark share photos of downtown baseball stadium - FOX4KC.com

Demi Vollering (FDJ United-Suez) won the women's Flèche Wallonne with a vicious surge on the final climb Wednesday. The European Champion took the lead early on the Mur de Huy, leading the race from … [+5712 chars]

Paula Blasi powers on final climb for third place denying Kasia Niewiadoma-Phinney a podium spot

Cyclingnews.com

La Flèche Wallonne Femmes: Demi Vollering delivers victory with Mur de Huy acceleration and holds off surging Puck Pieterse - Cyclingnews

Georgia Techs and Georgias baseball coaches expressed polar opposite views on playing a midweek game at Truist Park on Tuesday night.
Tech coach James Ramsey sang praises about the teams second-annu… [+3000 chars]

DawgNation

UGA, Georgia Tech baseball coaches disagree on value of neutral site game - DawgNation

The draft is a day away and with that comes my final mock draft for Washington for this years cycle.
As always, my draft algorithm is the player who represents the most value on the board at a posit… [+4019 chars]

Hogs Haven

Mark Tyler’s final 2026 Washington Commanders mock draft - Hogs Haven

Heres a not-so-bold 2026 NFL Draft prediction: Fernando Mendoza will be better than JaMarcus Russell.
The Raiders will open the draft by selecting Mendoza with their second-ever No. 1 overall pick a… [+4879 chars]

Here are The Post’s five bold predictions for NFL Draft 2026.

Five bold 2026 NFL Draft predictions: Ty Simpson finds intriguing home — as Jets trade for veteran QB - New York Post

Peter Schrager, Bucky Brooks &amp; Lance Zierlein release new mock drafts
The start of the 2026 NFL Draft is a mere one day away, which means mock draft season is at an all-time high.
We have a few… [+3050 chars]

The news of the day for Giants fans on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.

Giants.com

Giants Now: Peter Schrager, Bucky Brooks & Lance Zierlein release final mock drafts - Giants.com

Billy Donovan seemed all set to become the dominant figure in the Chicago Bulls' basketball hierarchy, having not only outlasted the team's head of basketball operations and its general manager but g… [+5791 chars]

Billy Donovan seemed all set to become the dominant figure in the Chicago Bulls’ basketball hierarchy, having not only outlasted the team’s head of basketball operations and its general manager but getting an oversold but still noticeable vote of approval fro…

Billy Donovan Hops Onto The NBA’s Slow-Moving Coaching Carousel - Defector

The first round of the 2026 NFL Draft is going to be quicker, and that is a very, very good thing. A ponderously slow first round is being sped up, with teams only having eight minutes to make their … [+10530 chars]

These are the biggest screwups in NFL Draft history — and we don’t mean bad picks.

SB Nation

NFL Draft’s biggest blunders ever, from late picks to drafting someone already taken - SB Nation

Last year, the Vikings entered the NFL draft with just four picks to supplement a roster they had built through more than $300 million of cash commitments during free agency. The state of the team he… [+2193 chars]

The 2026 NFL draft is a pivotal moment for the Vikings, who spent little in free agency and need to restock their roster.

Minneapolis Star Tribune

Ben Goessling’s seven-round Vikings mock draft: How to use nine picks to start a youth movement - Star Tribune

After unceasing complaints from drivers, fans, teams, and team principals, along with a healthy dose of outside humiliation, the FIA and various Formula 1 manufacturing authorities took the opportuni… [+10845 chars]

After unceasing complaints from drivers, fans, teams, and team principals, along with a healthy dose of outside humiliation, the FIA and various Formula 1 manufacturing authorities took the opportunity of no April races to implement overhauls to the vastly un…

Formula 1’s Emergency Midseason Regulation Changes, Explained - Defector

With just one day remaining until the 2026 NFL draft, it’s time to submit our final predictive mock draft for the New York Jets.
This mock draft is intended to predict what the Jets will do, not wha… [+8924 chars]

The 2026 NFL draft is one day away, and it's time to make our final predictions for the New York Jets and their nine picks.

Jetsxfactor.com

Final NY Jets 2026 mock draft: Turning the franchise around - Jets X-Factor

The Braves announced Wednesday morning that they’ve recalled right-hander Didier Fuentes from Triple-A Gwinnett. Fellow righty Ian Hamilton was designated for assignment to open a spot on the active … [+3563 chars]

The Braves called up one of their top young arms and designated a journeyman reliever for assignment. Get the details at MLB Trade Rumors.

Braves Recall Didier Fuentes, Designate Ian Hamilton For Assignment - MLB Trade Rumors

Aaron Rodgers still hasn’t agreed to play a second season with the Steelers.
What’s the holdup?
Ex-Steelers quarterback Charlie Batch suspects it’s about money. ESPN’s Adam Schefter says that’s not… [+3077 chars]

Aaron Rodgers still hasn&rsquo;t agreed to play a second season with the Steelers. What&rsquo;s the holdup? Ex-Steelers quarterback Charlie Batch suspects it&rsquo;s about money. ESPN&rsquo;s Adam Schefter says that&rsquo;s not the case. The stooge media says…

TribLIVE

Mark Madden: Why are the Steelers letting Aaron Rodgers drag them around again? - TribLIVE.com

The Mets’ losing streak grew to a dozen last night. The club will be getting some reinforcements for Wednesday’s matchup.
1. Soto set to return
Outfielder Juan Soto is expected back tonight against… [+1613 chars]

The Mets are expected to get Juan Soto back tonight as they look to end a 12-game losing streak. Here's more from around the league.