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Adam Stites

Adam Stites is a Southern California native who lives in a new state every three months. He’s perennially disappointed by both the Jacksonville Jaguars and Arizona State Sun Devils. His dog is named Ramsey after the best cornerback in the NFL. You can follow him on Twitter at @AdamStites_.

Iga Swiatek routs Naomi Osaka to win Miami Open, earn No. 1 ranking

Iga Swiatek won the Miami Open with ease Saturday, beating former No. 1 ranked player Naomi Osaka, 6-4, 6-0, in a match that lasted only 77 minutes. The win was Swiatek's 17th consecutive victory during a run that included wins in the Indian Wells Masters and Qatar Open finals.

Colin Kaepernick: I'm 'just looking for an opportunity for a door to open' in NFL

At a public workout during halftime of the University of Michigan's spring game, Kaepernick did a 15-minute throwing session.

Panthers avoid upset by erasing four-goal deficit to beat Devils

The Panthers had to score five unanswered to erase a four-goal deficit in the third period and win in overtime, 7-6.

Angels OF Justin Upton designated for assignment, likely headed for free agency

Upton is due to count $28 million against the Angels' salary cap in the likely scenario that no team chooses to trade for the outfielder.

Dolphins trade former first-round WR DeVante Parker to Patriots

The Miami Dolphins traded wide receiver DeVante Parker to the New England Patriots on Saturday for a swap of mid-round picks.

Flyers to sit Keith Yandle, ending NHL-record iron man streak at 989 games

Keith Yandle's record-breaking iron man streak of 989 consecutive NHL games will end Saturday.

Brentford surprises with 4-1 upset win over Chelsea

Chelsea's hopes of winning the Premier League were already slim, but now they're over after a surprising 4-1 loss to Brentford on Saturday. 

Ben Simmons files grievance against 76ers to recoup $20 million in withheld salary

Ben Simmons' messy divorce from the Philadelphia 76ers isn't quite over yet.

Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews becomes fastest NHL player to score 50 goals in a season in 26 years

Matthews needs only five more goals in the last 15 games of the regular season to break Rick Vaive's single-season record for the franchise.

Giannis Antetokounmpo scores 44 to lead Bucks past Nets

The Bucks are now just a half-game behind the Miami Heat for first place in the Eastern Conference. 

76ers drop third straight game with surprising loss to Pistons

Cade Cunningham, the No. 1 pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, led the way for Pistons with 27 points, six assists, four steals and two rebounds in the win.

Kevin Durant: Thunder, Warriors have to retire my jersey

Kevin Durant spent nine seasons with the Seattle Supersonics/Oklahoma City Thunder, leading the team to the 2012 NBA Finals, earning seven All-Star nods, and winning 2013-14 NBA MVP honors.

Bulls' Lonzo Ball ramping up rehab for possible postseason return

Chicago's regular-season finale is less than two weeks away, but a return for Ball is still possible.

Naomi Osaka reaches Miami Open final after comeback win vs. Belinda Bencic

Naomi Osaka came back from a loss in the first set for a 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 win against Belinda Bencic.

Bruce Arians: Rumors of Tom Brady rift 'couldn't be further from the truth'

Once again, Arians said he has a great relationship with the 15-time Pro Bowler.

Daniil Medvedev loses in Miami Open, misses chance at No. 1 ranking

Daniil Medvedev would've returned to the No. 1 spot in the ATP rankings had he beat Hubert Hurkacz on Thursday in the Miami Open quarterfinals. Instead, he was eliminated from the tournament with a loss.

Texas A&M, Xavier to meet in 2022 NIT Final

The Texas A&M Aggies and Xavier Musketeers will play for the top consolation prize in college basketball.

Ravens owner says Deshaun Watson's deal makes QB contract talks difficult

Baltimore Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti isn't thrilled about the fully guaranteed contract given to Deshaun Watson by the Cleveland Browns. 

Bucks beat 76ers with game-winning block from Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Milwaukee Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo finished with 40 points and 14 rebounds on Tuesday night, but no play was more important than his block of a shot from the Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid in the final seconds of a 118-116.

Report: Tiger Woods plays 18 holes at Augusta National ahead of decision on Masters

Woods has yet to decide whether he will compete at the Masters. 

Lakers coach: LeBron James' new injury is 'maybe biggest blow to our psyche'

The Los Angeles Lakers have not provided much information on the severity of the ankle sprain suffered by four-time NBA MVP LeBron James, but coach Frank Vogel made it sound serious when he spoke to reporters Tuesday.

Senegal beats Egypt for spot in World Cup with the aid of fans with laser pointers

Less than two months after Senegal beat Egypt in penalty kicks in the AFCON final to become African champions, Senegal did it again in a World Cup qualifier Tuesday.

Ravens owner: No extension for Lamar Jackson 'unless he has a change of heart and calls'

Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti had an interesting comment on the state of extension negotiations with Lamar Jackson. 

Watch: Sabres beat Blackhawks with wacky broken stick goal in final seconds

The Buffalo Sabres trailed the Chicago Blackhawks 4-0 on Monday before rallying to win 6-5. The wacky game-winning goal for the Sabres came with just over 10 seconds left in the third period.

Ottawa Senators owner Eugene Melnyk dies at age 62

The team statement announcing his death does not detail what kind of illness resulted in his death, only that it was one "he faced with determination and courage."