Irans football federation is in discussions with FIFA about moving its World Cup 2026 matches from the United States to tournament co-host Mexico due to concerns about the safety of players, Iranian … [+1167 chars]

The national football federation wants to relocate its group matches to Mexico due to the ongoing US-Israel war on Iran.

Al Jazeera English

Iran negotiating with FIFA to move World Cup 2026 matches from US to Mexico - Al Jazeera

The Lakers survived an ugly, ugly fourth quarter of basketball to come away with a sixth straight win, knocking off the Rockets on the road, 100-92.
An absolute rock fight broke out between the two … [+4106 chars]

The Lakers survived a fourth-quarter rock fight to beat the Rockets in Houston on Monday.

Silver Screen and Roll 

Lakers grind out victory over Rockets for sixth straight win - Silver Screen and Roll

BRISBANE, Australia (AP) Two players from the Iranian womens soccer team have joined a practice session with a professional club in Brisbane in their first publicly-shared appearance since it emerged… [+4761 chars]

Two Iranian women soccer players have been seen training with the Brisbane Roar after Australia granted them asylum, and they stayed behind as teammates headed home. On Monday the club posted photos of Fatemeh Pasandideh and Atefeh Ramezanisadeh at a session …

Associated Press

Iranian women soccer players granted asylum in Australia are pictured training in Brisbane - AP News

Managers often have to pull exactly the right strings to win a big game, and Tuesdays World Baseball Classic final will be no exception.
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Managers often have to pull exactly the right strings to win a big game, and Tuesday’s World Baseball Classic final will be no exception.
Ahead of Team USA’s championship clash with Venezuela at 8 p.m. ET on FOX, U.S. manager Mark DeRosa must make some major …

MLB.com

3 big lineup decisions facing Team USA in Classic final - MLB.com

MIAMI Mets pitcher Nolan McLean, a man way ahead of his 24 years, was made for this moment. Hes technically still a big league rookie thanks to some Mets math wizardry by their professional counters.… [+690 chars]

This isn’t just a crazy curveball Team USA is throwing by employing their first rookie WBC starter again.

New York Post

Nolan McLean has the burning desire — and everything else — for this WBC moment - nypost.com

Alabama basketball wont have one of its top players for the foreseeable future. Crimson Tide head coach Nate Oats said Monday that Aden Holloway will be suspended indefinitely, after the guard was ar… [+2281 chars]

One of Alabama basketball's top players is under investigation by UA's office of student conduct before March Madness begins.

AL.com

Nate Oats: Aden Holloway suspended after felony charges, ‘We still love him’ - AL.com

The first true-blue intermediate track this season for the NASCAR Cup Series is in the books, and the record reflects a familiar winner. Denny Hamlin secured his second consecutive victory at Las Veg… [+5355 chars]

The momentum tides turned positive for a trio of drivers after Sunday's Cup Series race at Las Vegas, while three others were left wanting.

NASCAR

Three Up, Three Down: Drivers in focus leaving Las Vegas - NASCAR.com

$500K NIL Prize Pool Raises the Stakes for Every Matchup
Las Vegas Hosts Tournament at MGM Grand Garden Arena and T-Mobile Arena Wednesday, April 1
 to Sunday, April 5
, on FOX &amp; FS1
COLLEGE … [+2389 chars]

Fox Sports

College Basketball Crown Reveals Full Field and Bracket for Premier Postseason Tournament - FOX Sports

Now that the dust has settled on the NFL's initial free agency frenzy, Eric Edholm provides a fresh batch of Power Rankings. Where do the Ravens slot in after a surprising turn of events that ultimately saw them land star edge rusher Trey Hendrickson? Che

NFL News

NFL Power Rankings: 49ers crack top five after 2026 free agency frenzy; Ravens, Chiefs back on the rise - NFL.com

Iditarod.com

Inaugural Expedition Musher Completed the Iditarod Trail - Iditarod

SEATTLE The NBA is moving closer to expansion, with the league set to vote later this month on whether to begin exploring adding teams in Las Vegas and Seattle.
A league source independently confirm… [+5617 chars]

The NBA is moving closer to expansion, with the league set to vote later this month on whether to begin exploring adding teams in Las Vegas and Seattle.

KOMO News

Seattle targeted for 2028-2029 NBA expansion as SuperSonics talks heat up - KOMO

Carlos Alcaraz’s stellar start to the 2026 season could become even more interesting at the Miami Open presented by Itau.

ATP Tour

Alcaraz could face Fonseca in blockbuster Miami opener - ATP Tour

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The field of 68 is all set for the 20… [+3540 chars]

Let’s dive into an early best bet for March Madness 2026, as this SEC team is riding the hot hand of their heralded freshmen point guard.

2026 March Madness prediction: Why we’re targeting a deep Arkansas run - nypost.com

Of all the unwritten rules of baseball, not pimping a home run is the one that I waffle the most on.
On the one hand, hitting a home run has to feel freaking amazing.
I stopped playing baseball com… [+1730 chars]

Tennessee Volunteers catcher Stone Lawless celebrated what he thought was the go-ahead home run, only to see it all go up in smoke at the warning track.

Outkick.com

Tennessee Baseball Player Pimps Would-Be Home Run, Gets Instant Karma - OutKick

CLEVELAND, Ohio New Browns right tackle Tytus Howard broke into the NFL by paving the way for Deshaun Watson to make the final two of his three Pro Bowls in Houston, and cant wait to block for him he… [+9851 chars]

Browns new right tackle Tytus Howard addressed blocking for Deshaun Watson again and more.

cleveland.com

New Browns RT Tytus Howard can’t wait to block for Deshaun Watson again, but has a bold prediction for Shedeu - Cleveland.com

BYU may have earned a No. 6 seed in the NCAA Tournament, but the Cougars remain on the wrong side of the AP Top 25 poll.
Despite winning two Big 12 tournament games and keeping things close against … [+592 chars]

BYU may have earned a No. 6 seed in the NCAA Tournament, but the Cougars remain on the wrong side of the AP Top 25 poll.

Deseret News

As the NCAA Tournament begins, is BYU back in the AP Top 25? - Deseret News

A Padres club already thin on rotation depth delivered some rough news for fans Monday, as manager Craig Stammen revealed that righty Joe Musgrove is expected to open the season on the injured list (… [+5515 chars]

A Padres rotation thin on arms gave some bad news on Joe Musgrove. You can get all the details over at MLB Trade Rumors. Click to read.

MLB Trade Rumors

Joe Musgrove Likely To Open Season On Injured List - MLB Trade Rumors

Early returns from IndyCar's visit to the streets of Arlington were overwhelmingly positive inside the open-wheel series' paddock. Penske Entertainment: James Black
IndyCar is searching for its mome… [+6196 chars]

Racing around the homes of the Cowboys and Rangers made IndyCar's Grand Prix of Arlington the signature event that the sport has been desperate for.

ESPN

Racing around Cowboys', Rangers' stadiums was just what IndyCar needed - ESPN

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FORT COLLINS, CO  The 2026 Postseason WNIT launches with a flourish this week, with times, dates and locations now secured for the 16 Round 1 games on the schedule. Teams with first-round by… [+3066 chars]

Womensnit.com

Bracket, Round 1 matchups and times announced for 2026 Postseason WNIT - Women's NIT

This is college basketballs most talented season of the 21st century. 
The freshman class is absolutely loaded, and could produce the most one-and-done lottery picks in NBA draft history this summer… [+27606 chars]

The freshman class is loaded, mid-major talent stands out and at least one of these players will have a shining moment in the NCAA tournament.