Five things to watch in MLB this week

From hot players to ice-cold teams, here are five things to watch this week in MLB.

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The 'Most Pro Bowls by NFL franchise' quiz

How many of the players from every NFL franchise with the most Pro Bowl appearances can you name in five minutes?

Indiana Fever News / Yardbarker / April 20

Caitlin Clark admits she must make one key adjustment for the WNBA season

To say that Caitlin Clark's second WNBA season was disappointing would be a massive understatement. Clark discussed steps she's taking to prevent a repeat in season three.

Fever star Sophie Cunningham addresses decision against Clark

Fever urged to make move on Clark’s former teammate

Fever coach Stephanie White tells the truth on Clark’s ‘crazy’ side

Aliyah Boston, Fever agree to richest deal in WNBA history

Boston's historic extension with Fever is big win for WNBA

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 20

Five teams that must nail the 2026 NFL Draft

Here are five teams that could be poised for substantial improvements if they nail the draft.

Prospect Zachariah Branch arrested days before draft

Only one NFL team makes sense for Carnell Tate in draft

Will Aaron Rodgers leave Steelers hanging again with draft approaching?

Cowboys may take a surprising approach to draft

Predicting landing spots for top QBs in draft

Ty Simpson News / Larry Brown Sports / April 20

Indiana DC blasts Ty Simpson for comments about his defense

Simpson said in a recent appearance on the “Down 2 Business” podcast that nothing about Indiana’s defense had surprised him during the Hoosiers’ 38-3 win in January’s CFP quarterfinal.

Simpson landing with one team is seen as ‘inevitable’

Cardinals' Jacoby Brissett makes decision amid Simpson rumors

Cardinals seem to be leaving door open for Simpson to be starting QB

Former exec: Steelers should 'strongly consider' taking Simpson in first round

How Aaron Rodgers is impacting Steelers' Simpson decision

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The 'NBA playoff double-doubles' quiz

How many of the NBA players with at least 60 double-doubles in the playoffs can you name in five minutes?

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Golf News / Field Level Media / April 19

Fitzpatrick slips into playoff, beats Scheffler at RBC Heritage

Matt Fitzpatrick slips into playoff, beats Scottie Scheffler at RBC Heritage

England's Matt Fitzpatrick birdied the first playoff hole with a 13-foot putt to win the RBC Heritage after world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler forced the extra play Sunday in Hilton Head Island, S.C.

Jon Rahm leaves field in dust, wins LIV Golf Mexico City

Report: Tiger Woods 'responding well to treatment' in rehab

Woods fighting subpoena for prescription drug history

Rory McIlroy's Masters repeat scores CBS' best ratings in 11 years

Justin Thomas: Packed stretch of tough events between majors not ideal

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 19

History shows Magic's Game 1 win might not be significant

It was an impressive victory but also fits Orlando's recent history of taking a single game in a first-round series.

Top-seeded Pistons shocked in Game 1 as Magic never trail

The 'NBA playoff double-doubles' quiz

Montreal Canadiens News / Yardbarker / April 19

Game 1 hat trick could be start of Slafkovsky's playoff breakout

Game 1 hat trick could be start of Juraj Slafkovsky's playoff breakout for Canadiens

In his brief career, the 22-year-old Slafkovsky has already established himself as a big-game player.

Slafkovsky makes history with first career playoff hat trick

Slafkovsky scores three, including OT, to top Lightning

Sabres' return to playoffs begins with stunning win

Scott Wedgewood should be Avalanche's primary postseason goalie

Goalie interference reviews will be big problem in Stanley Cup playoffs

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 19

Goalie interference reviews will be big problem in Stanley Cup playoffs

The most controversial aspect of the NHL's use of instant replay this season has become its handling of goalie interference plays.

Top-seeded Avalanche stave off Kings in Game 1

The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / April 19

NASCAR AdventHealth 400 takeaways: Reddick joins exclusive list

NASCAR AdventHealth 400 takeaways: Tyler Reddick joins exclusive list after OT win at Kansas

Here are four takeaways from the AdventHealth 400.

Tyler Reddick storms to OT win in AdventHealth 400

Michael Jordan says Reddick 'is on fire' after fifth win of 2026

Reddick keeps making history, asserting himself as title favorite

Denny Hamlin calls out Cody Ware after heartbreaking Kansas loss

Kyle Larson comes up one spot shy of breaking long winless drought

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Tyler Reddick News / Yardbarker / April 19

Tyler Reddick storms to OT win in AdventHealth 400 at Kansas with wild last-lap move

Sunday's AdventHealth 400 nearly ran free of any cautions for cause — until Cody Ware spun with less as leaders Denny Hamlin and Reddick came out of turn 4 to take the white flag.

Taylor Gray holds off Sheldon Creed, wins NASCAR O'Reilly Series race at Kansas

Ty Gibbs had 'false sense' of ease before racing in NASCAR Cup Series

Bubba Wallace reveals what makes Michael Jordan a great NASCAR team owner

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 19

76ers look like they stand little chance against Celtics in Game 1 loss

Joel Embiid-less 76ers look like they stand little chance against Jayson Tatum-led Celtics in Game 1 loss

Tatum has reminded the Boston Celtics why they missed him dearly during last season's NBA playoffs.

Celtics storm to early lead, roll past 76ers in series opener

History shows Magic's Game 1 win might not be significant

Spurs' Victor Wembanyama lights up Trail Blazers in playoff debut

Wembanyama named first-time MVP finalist

Defense fuels Thunder's Game 1 blowout of Suns

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / April 19

NFL's decision on Mike Vrabel regarding Dianna Russini could backfire

NFL's decision on Mike Vrabel regarding Dianna Russini controversy could backfire

Since the Russini-Vrabel story first broke, we've been left with more questions than answers. Rather than get to the bottom of it, the NFL appears willing to find out future developments along with the rest of us.

NFL reporter Crissy Froyd gets fired for post about Dianna Russini

Defiant Russini speaks out, resigns in wake of Vrabel scandal

Russini's resignation amid Vrabel saga adds more fuel to 'quid pro quo' fire

Former Patriots player has strong reaction to Vrabel, Russini controversy

What's next for insider Russini after resignation from The Athletic?

Soccer News / Yardbarker / April 19

Arsenal better be prepared for epic online meltdown following crushing loss

Arsenal FC better be prepared for epic online meltdown following crushing loss to Manchester City

The team has now lost two of its last four matches.

Arsenal suffer title blow as Manchester City edge thrilling Etihad clash

Gary Neville blames Arsenal man for Cherki’s goal

Martin Odegaard reacts to Arsenal’s loss

Mikel Arteta insists there was no difference between Arsenal, Man City

Manchester City player ratings vs Arsenal

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NFL News / Yardbarker / April 19

Predicting landing spots for top QBs in 2026 NFL Draft

Here are the top five quarterbacks in the 2026 NFL draft and their predicted landing spots.

2026 NFL Draft trades we want to see

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay, Dane Brugler all link Ty Simpson with one team

Ranking the top five SEC QBs drafted since 2015

How Fernando Mendoza is already like Raiders minority owner Tom Brady

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No. 1, then who?

Mendoza's brother establishing self as Georgia Tech starting QB

Golden State Warriors News / Yardbarker / April 19

Five moves Warriors need to make to return to glory

With a roster full of players on the wrong side of 30, two players recovering from serious knee injuries and multiple expiring contracts, the Warriors are at another transition point.

Stephen Curry puts pressure on Warriors front office with cryptic comments

Draymond Green gets ejected in what could be final game with Warriors

Red-hot Jalen Green dazzles in stunning Warriors takedown as Suns claim West's last playoff spot

The 'Most seven 3-pointer NBA games' quiz

Dexter Lawrence News / Yardbarker / April 19

Bengals make win-now move with Dexter Lawrence trade

Bengals make win-now move with shortsighted Dexter Lawrence trade

With the 10th overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft, the Cincinnati Bengals select New York Giants defensive tackle, Dexter Lawrence II.

Giants HC, GM seem to offer strong responses to reports about relationship

Ravens' Zay Flowers had big problem with Giants' John Harbaugh

Update emerges on if Giants could select Jeremiyah Love in NFL Draft

Dak Prescott comments on offseason work amid George Pickens stalemate

Native American group criticizes Commanders over new alternate logo

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 19

Unlikely hero Luke Kennard leads Lakers to Game 1 win over Rockets

With Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves both out of action and unlikely to return in the series, the Los Angeles Lakers were led by an unlikely hero on Saturday night.

Adam Silver may have revealed LeBron James' plans for next season

All-Star duo leads Nuggets to ugly Game 1 win over Timberwolves

Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray show why Nuggets are still title contenders

Anthony Edwards had a curious reaction to Timberwolves’ loss

NBA stars under the most pressure to perform in playoffs

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 19

Brady Tkachuk sent the wrong message to open playoffs for Senators

Brady Tkachuk tried to deliver a message at the start of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs for the Ottawa Senators. It failed spectacularly as the Senators dropped Game 1 of their Eastern Conference quarterfinal series, 2-0, against the Carolina Hurricanes.

Frederik Andersen, Hurricanes shut out Senators in Game 1

Flyers' Porter Martone shows stage isn't too big vs. Penguins

Matt Boldy, Wild make big statement, rout Stars in series opener

Devils make fascinating GM hire that could be home run

Players with the most to prove in the Stanley Cup playoffs

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / April 18

Mets' losing streak could mark end to playoff hopes

The New York Mets' playoff hopes may already be on life support.

Carson Kelly's pinch-hit homer propels Cubs over hapless Mets

Mets, Red Sox run prevention focused in wrong direction

Mets place DH Jorge Polanco on IL

Jordan Walker reestablishing himself as part of Cardinals' future

Royals, Salvador Perez have difference of opinion on playing time

Blue Jays prospect is knocking on the door for MLB call-up

Golden State Warriors News / Yardbarker / April 18

Stephen Curry puts pressure on Warriors with cryptic comments

Stephen Curry puts pressure on Warriors front office with cryptic comments

The Golden State Warriors’ late-season playoff push ended abruptly with a 111-96 road loss to the Phoenix Suns.

Draymond Green seen as Warriors’ most moveable asset

Green gets ejected in what could be final game with Warriors

Suns' Jalen Green dazzles in stunning Warriors takedown

Steve Kerr's message to Curry, Green has been revealed

Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo is already flirting with one team

Only one team makes sense for Antetokounmpo

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 18

James Harden passes Larry Bird on playoff scoring list in win

James Harden passes Larry Bird on playoff scoring list in Cavaliers' blowout Game 1 win

The victory marked a successful franchise playoff debut for guard James Harden, who moved up the all-time playoff scoring list.

Notable update surfaces about Donovan Mitchell's future

Knicks use third-quarter spurt to down Hawks in Game 1

Paolo Banchero earns redemption in Magic's win over Hornets

Magic shut down Hornets offense to earn final playoff spot in East

'Underappreciated' Pistons open playoffs against Magic

Golf News / Field Level Media / April 18

Matt Fitzpatrick builds lead at Heritage, but Scottie Scheffler lurks

Matt Fitzpatrick of England turned in a strong stretch on the back nine Saturday to shoot a 3-under-par 68 and keep the lead through three rounds of the RBC Heritage at Hilton Head Island, South Carolina.

Sei Young Kim rides ups, downs to hold lead at LA Championship

Keith Horne surprise leader of Senior PGA Championship

Jon Rahm again dominates back 9 to remain LIV Mexico City leader

LIV Golf looking like a flop amid uncertain future

LIV Golf CEO confirms financing for rest of season

Report: Tiger Woods 'responding well to treatment' in rehab

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / April 18

Kyle Busch lashes out at Denny Hamlin after comments: 'I can certainly make his life hell'

Busch is none too happy that Hamlin called him out for a lack of recent success.

Hamlin responds after Busch said he can 'make his life hell'

Ty Gibbs had 'false sense' of ease before racing in Cup Series

Tyler Reddick wins pole for AdventHealth 400 at Kansas Speedway

NASCAR AdventHealth 400 preview: Favorite, underdog, top storylines

Taylor Gray wins NASCAR O'Reilly Series race at Kansas

Soccer News / Field Level Media / April 18

Lionel Messi's brace helps Inter Miami slay Rapids in front of huge crowd

Lionel Messi recorded a brace and German Berterame added a tally on a header as Inter Miami earned a 3-2 win over the Colorado Rapids on Saturday in Denver.

CF Montreal wins first game under Philippe Eullaffroy

Late goal helps Toronto FC salvage tie, point vs. Austin FC

Sean Johnson sharp as D.C. United draw with Union

MLS sweeps Liga MX in night of Concacaf Champions Cup action

Neymar on potential MLS move: 'I honestly don't know'

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / April 18

Taylor Gray wins NASCAR O'Reilly Series race at Kansas

Taylor Gray holds off Sheldon Creed, wins NASCAR O'Reilly Series race at Kansas

Taylor Gray held off a hard-charging Sheldon Creed in the final laps of Saturday's Kansas Lottery 300 at Kansas Speedway, holding on to claim his second

Tyler Reddick paces NASCAR Cup Series practice at Kansas Speedway

Ty Gibbs had 'false sense' of ease before racing in NASCAR Cup Series

Denny Hamlin responds after Kyle Busch said he can 'make his life hell'

NASCAR AdventHealth 400 preview: Favorite, underdog, top storylines

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