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On this day: Boston's first-ever playoff win; Don Barksdale born; 1959 draft
Celtics pioneering forward Don Barksdale was born today in 1923, and 25 years later, the franchise would win its first-ever playoff game.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
2025 NFL Draft: Protecting QBs is as important (and emphasized) as ever. Here are the OLs you should want
What this class lacks in blue-chip talents it makes up for in quality players that will deservedly go off the board the first two days of the draft.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
9 days until the Masters: Looking back at the 2016 Masters, Spieth's collapse leads to Willett's win
Danny Willett becomes the first Englishman since Nick Faldo 20 years earlier to don the green jacket, taking advantage of Jordan Spieth's collapse.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Celtics, Thunder power toward NBA playoffs, Lakers shoot down Rockets
Veteran Al Horford turned back the clock to help the NBA champion Boston Celtics notch a ninth straight victory and nab a franchise first with a 117-103 win over the Grizzlies in Memphis on ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
8 days until the Masters: Looking back at the 2017 Masters, Sergio finally breaks through
It was Garcia's 19th start at Augusta National, the most before winning in Masters history. Garcia made birdie on the first playoff hole to win.Yahoo Sports - 16h -
Kim Hyo-joo tops Vu in playoff to win LPGA Ford Championship
South Korea's Kim Hyo-joo rolled in a six-foot birdie putt at the first playoff hole to win the LPGA Ford Championship on Sunday ahead of American Lilia Vu. Kim had nine birdies in her ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
WATCH: Baby pygmy hippo has big day out at Richmond Zoo
Poppy, the baby pygmy hippo born just before Christmas in 2024, ventured outside for the first time at the Metro Richmond Zoo.ABC News - 1d -
NFL mock draft, College Football Playoff edition: Where Cam Skattebo, Dillon Gabriel go in CFP-only exercise
Projecting the first round with only draft-eligible players from the 12 schools who made the CFPCBS Sports - 1d -
On this day: Havlicek goes for 54; Celts snap Dubs' 54-game streak; Wilson cut
On this date, the Boston Celtics' John Havlicek scored 54 points, and Boston snapped the Golden State Warriors' 54-game home winning streak.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Ladycats Soccer make first regional final appearance
The Godley Ladycats entered the 2024-25 season with no postseason wins in program history. On Friday, they added on to their monumental year with a third playoff win in the 4A-Div. II regional ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Unpacking Future Packers: No. 25, Boston College DT Cam Horsley
Up next in the Unpacking Future Packers draft preview series is Boston College DT Cam HorsleyYahoo Sports - 13h -
Toronto Maple Leafs On The Cusp Of Longest Active Playoff Streak – But The Pressure Is Higher Than Ever
The Toronto Maple Leafs are on the cusp of standing alone with the longest active NHL playoff streak.Yahoo Sports - 1h -
Backup Boston Celtics shooting guard Baylor Scheierman is looking to earn playoff minutes
You may have been noticing more of the Creighton alum getting on the floor for the Celtics in recent games of Boston's stretch run push.Yahoo Sports - 14h -
No pouting allowed, as getting to three goals is elusive for Wild lately
NEW YORK – One of the familiar “hockeyisms” that Don Lucia liked to use during his time as head coach of the Minnesota Gophers holds true even today. “The first team to three is usually going to ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Photo – Italy Star Celebrates Return In Inter Milan 2-1 Udinese Serie A Win: ’29 Days Of Work So I Could Reach This Moment’
Inter Milan returned to Serie A from the international break with a win against Udinese.The Nerazzurri looked to be well in control after the first half. They dominated, and went into the interval ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Tigerhawks dominate Williamsburg in first-ever soccer match
Apr. 1—WILLIAMSBURG — The Colfax-Mingo girls soccer team has played one match and one jamboree so far this season. And the Tigerhawks outscored their opponents 7-0 in those two contests. ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
NHL playoff watch: Will the Capitals or Jets win the Presidents' Trophy?
It appears to be a two-team race for the No. 1 overall seed. Plus, updated playoff bracket projections.ESPN - 1d -
Boston Celtics vs. Miami Heat: Stream, lineups, injury reports, broadcast (4/2)
This should be a fairly easy win for Boston, so long as they take their opponent seriously (and aren't too dinged up with key players).Yahoo Sports - 23h -
Weatherford's fight for playoff spots continue
Through the first month of District 3-6A play, Weatherford Softball and Baseball are well in the mix of the playoff picture. Both programs faced challenges in their matchups over the past weekend ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Latest 'Hunger Games' novel has best ever opening for blockbuster series
The latest “Hunger Games” novel sold more than 1.5 million copies worldwide during its first week, the biggest opening ever for Suzanne Collins’ blockbuster seriesABC News - 6d -
NFL mock draft 2025: Expert projections for first round
The 2025 NFL Draft is in three weeks. Here are the full NFL mock draft first-round projections from experts.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
'In The Playoffs, That's Going To Be Huge': Steven Lorentz Scores Fourth Game-Winning Goal Of Season In Maple Leafs' Win Over Ducks
Lorentz had two goals in the playoffs last spring with Florida, one of which was a game-winner.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Saints have a heavy presence at Carson Schwesinger's NFL draft pro day
The New Orleans Saints had a heavy presence at Carson Schwesigner's pro day. The UCLA linebacker is one of the 2025 draft's most athletic defenders.Yahoo Sports - 7h -
Garrett Crochet contract: Red Sox agree to $170 million extension with new ace
Days after making his first start for Boston, pitcher Garrett Crochet and the Red Sox agreed on a six-year, $170 million contract extension.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Erie Otters can sweep Saginaw Spirit with home wins in OHL playoff series
The Erie Otters, who scored 17 goals over two road wins at Saginaw, return to Erie Insurance Arena for game three of the teams' OHL playoff series.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Garrett Crochet pitches eight innings in Red Sox win at Baltimore
Former Vol Garrett Crochet by the numbers in eight-inning win for Boston at Baltimore.Yahoo Sports - 1h -
'Potentially winning a championship': Why Sheryl Swoopes is excited to watch Indiana Fever, Caitlin Clark in 2025
The Indiana Fever earned their first playoff berth since 2016 with a 20-20 record in 2024. They have since changed coaches and about half the roster.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Who is Ryan Leonard? Washington Capitals sign Boston College, Team USA star
The Washington Capitals signed Boston College forward Ryan Leonard, their 2023 first-round pick, to a three-year entry-level contract.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Packers Mock Draft 4.0: Trade down with Chiefs and a first-round WR
In our latest Packers mock draft, a trade down in the first round netted extra picks and a chance to take a WR.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
2025 NFL mock draft: Complete first round computer simulation
In this 2025 NFL mock draft scenario, we let the computer do the selecting. Here were the first round results.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
ESPN picks non-Day 1 draft prospect for Colts at key position of need
ESPN selected a non-Day 1 draft prospect for the Indianapolis Colts at a key position of need.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
ESPN picks non-Day 1 draft prospect for Jaguars at key position of need
ESPN selected a non-Day 1 draft prospect for the Jaguars at one of the team's key positions of need.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Did skipping pro day hurt Abdul Carter's NFL draft projection?
Abdul Carter remains a early NFL draft pick in this new mock draft from USA TODAY SportsYahoo Sports - 17h -
LeBron James, Lakers fend off Rockets amid tight Western Conference playoffs race
While catching the Thunder isn't possible at this point, the Lakers' win on Monday night keeps them in the mix for a top playoff seed.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Adolis García's 2-run double and go-ahead HR leads the Rangers to a 4-3 win over Red Sox
Adolis García put Texas ahead to stay with his first homer of the season after an earlier two-run double and the Rangers beat the Boston Red Sox 4-3ABC News - 3d -
Trump's 'Liberation Day' is here
It’s Wednesday. Hey, if the House gets to cancel its work for this week, can we all go home, too? In today's issue: THE FIRST 100 DAYS Happy ~Liberation Day~ to all who celebrate: President Trump ...The Hill - 9h -
Grand Slam Track: Schedule, times and start lists for first-ever event
World and Olympic champions including Gabby Thomas, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone and Cole Hocker will be in action in JamaicaYahoo Sports - 2d -
WHL playoffs: Spokane Chiefs hang on for 7-5 win over Vancouver, take 2-0 series lead back to Spokane
Mar. 31—LANGLEY, British Columbia — Rookie Mathis Preston recorded his first Western Hockey League hat trick as the Spokane Chiefs build a big lead and held off the Vancouver Giants 7-5 to take a ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Rams trade up to draft CB in new NFL.com mock draft
The Rams might need to make a draft day trade if they want to secure one of the best cornerbacks in the 2025 draft class.Yahoo Sports - 1d