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Rory McIlroy wins Masters playoff to complete the career Grand Slam
Rory McIlroy turned another major collapse into his grandest performance of all, hitting a wedge into 4 feet for birdie in a sudden-death playoff Sunday to finally win the Masters and take his ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Rory McIlroy completes career Grand Slam with Masters playoff victory
Rory McIlroy turned another major collapse into his grandest moment of all, hitting a wedge into 3 feet for birdie in a sudden-death playoff Sunday to finally win the Masters and take his place in ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
McIlroy completes career Grand Slam with emotional Masters playoff win
Rory McIlroy completed golf's career Grand Slam with a tearful Masters victory on Sunday, sinking a tense four-foot birdie putt on the first hole of a sudden death playoff to defeat Justin ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Flames beat the Sharks 5-2 to bolster their late playoff pus
Yegor Sharangovich broke a tie at 1:30 of the third period with the first of his two goals and the Calgary Flames beat the San Jose Sharks 5-2 on Sunday night to bolster their late playoff push. ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
NBA’s playoff picture set after thrilling end to regular season
The NBA’s Western Conference playoff picture is officially set following an action-packed Sunday that saw all 30 teams take the court for the regular season finale, with six teams vying for ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Who could OKC Thunder face in Round 1 of 2025 NBA playoffs? There are 7 possibilities
Who could Oklahoma City Thunder face in Round 1 of 2025 NBA playoffs? There are 7 possibilities.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Detroit Red Wings eliminated from playoffs for 9th straight year after Canadiens gain point
The Detroit Red Wings were eliminated from the 2025 playoffs on Saturday after the Montreal Canadiens gained one pointYahoo Sports - 2d -
With playoff hopes dead, Rangers know there's no one to blame but themselves: ‘We didn’t earn it’
After being eliminated from playoff contention by the Carolina Hurricanes, the Rangers know there's no one to blame but themselves.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
2025 NBA Playoffs: Chaotic finish to regular season sets stage for intriguing matchups
It was an entertaining yet exhausting finish to the regular season, and the question remains: Who has the stamina to take it to another level in the playoffs?Yahoo Sports - 1d -
McDavid, Oilers wrap up a playoff spot with a 4-2 victory over the Sharks
Connor McDavid had four assists and the Edmonton Oilers wrapped up a playoff spot with a 4-2 victory over the San Jose Sharks on Friday nightABC News - 3d -
Wild inch closer to playoff berth, rallying to beat the Canucks 3-2 in OT
Mats Zuccarello scored at 2:47 of overtime and the Minnesota Wild beat the Vancouver Canucks 3-2 on Saturday night to inch closer to a playoff berthABC News - 2d -
Rory McIlroy wins 2025 Masters after sudden-death playoff with Justin Rose
Rory McIlroy held on to win the 89th Masters Tournament in a one-hole playoff on Sunday, earning his fifth major championship and first since 2014.NBC News - 1d -
WHL Playoffs: Spokane Chiefs enjoy break between series, face Victoria in Western Conference semifinal
Apr. 12—The Spokane Chiefs dispatched the Vancouver Giants in five games in the first round of the Western Hockey League Western Conference playoffs, reaching the second round for the first time ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Maple Leafs beat Canadiens 1-0 in OT, preventing Montreal from wrapping up a playoff spot
Mitch Marner scored at 36 seconds of overtime to give the Toronto Maple Leafs a 1-0 victory over Montreal and prevent the Canadiens from wrapping up a wild-card playoff spot Saturday night. Marner ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Maple Leafs beat Canadiens 1-0 in OT, preventing Montreal from wrapping up a playoff spot
Mitch Marner scored at 36 seconds of overtime to give the Toronto Maple Leafs a 1-0 victory over Montreal and prevent the Canadiens from wrapping up a wild-card playoff spot Saturday nightABC News - 2d -
Wild inch closer to playoff berth, rallying to beat the Canucks 3-2 in OT
Mats Zuccarello scored at 2:47 of overtime and the Minnesota Wild beat the Vancouver Canucks 3-2 on Saturday night to inch closer to a playoff berth. Zuccarello beat goalie Kevin Lankinen on a ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Timberwolves secure playoff spot with 116-105 win over Jazz behind 43 points from Anthony Edwards
Anthony Edwards had 18 of his 43 points in the third quarter to help the Minnesota Timberwolves pull away from the Utah Jazz for a 116-105 victory on Sunday to secure a spot in the playoffs and ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Rory McIlroy secures career grand slam with dramatic Masters playoff win over Justin Rose
Northern Irishman shot 73 before playoff Secures first major since 2014 PGA Championship Rory McIlroy, Masters champion. Four words that belie what this remarkable Northern Irishman achieved on ...The Guardian - 1d -
Adam Fantilli scores twice as the Blue Jackets beat the Capitals to remain in playoff contention
Adam Fantilli scored twice, Jet Greaves made 29 saves to win his third start in four days and the Columbus Blue Jackets remained in playoff contention by beating the Eastern Conference-leading ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
‘This team is historic:’ Thunder fans welcome the team home at Will Rogers International Airport for playoffs
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — The playoff bound Oklahoma City Thunder were welcomed back to OKC with cheering fans at Will Rogers International Airport Sunday. Fans came from across the metro and beyond ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Jets Clinch Central Division, Losing Nikolaj Ehlers But Defeating The Blackhawks 5-4 In Shootout
The Jets controlled the play in the first period, outshooting the Blackhawks 8-4, but a shorthanded goal by Nick Foligno and a power play goal by Connor Bedard had the Blackhawks up 2-0 going into ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Oregon State Baseball: Beavers Score 17 Runs, Clinch Series vs Fullerton
Easton Talt finished a double short of the cycle and AJ Singer recorded four hits as No. 8 Oregon State defeated Cal State Fullerton, 17-10, Saturday night at Goodwin Field. Talt homered and ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Former Kraken Forward Suffers Injury Ahead Of Playoffs
Former Seattle Kraken and current Tampa Bay Lightning forward Oliver Bjorkstrand has suffered a lower-body injury and will be out week-to-week.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
No. 9 FSU softball's three home runs lead to series win over Cal on Saturday
FSU softball defeats Cal, 11-3, on Saturday to clinch the series. The Seminoles will return on Sunday to complete the sweep against the Golden Bears.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Watch: Rory McIlroy’s home-town club erupts after Masters victory
Rory McIlroy’s fans at his home-town golf club erupted as he clinched Masters glory – despite not being allowed to toast his success.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Jim Nantz calls Rory McIlroy's historic 2025 Masters win in playoff
Jim Nantz's voice is synonymous with the Masters. He's anchored CBS's coverage since 1989, but there's one phrase he hasn't called, until now.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Timberwolves beat Utah, lock up playoff matchup with Lakers
Just a month ago, Anthony Edwards said Timberwolves players “all thought” they were play-in bound. “We just knew it was gonna happen,” he said. It sure felt like it at the time. Back-to-back losses ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Columbus Blue Jackets sweep Washington Capitals to keep playoff hopes afloat
Two more goals for Fantilli, another great goaltending performance from Greaves power the Blue Jackets to a sweep of the Capitals.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Ten birdies not enough as Rose falls to McIlroy in Masters playoff
Justin Rose says he produced some of the finest golf of his career at the 89th Masters, but even with a 10-birdie final round, he didn't leave Augusta National with a green jacket."Definitely I'm ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Fantilli and Greaves are the latest contributors in keeping the Blue Jackets' playoff hopes going
Johnny Gaudreau's jersey has occupied a stall in the Columbus Blue Jackets' locker room all season after his tragic death last summer. The Blue Jackets beat the Eastern Conference-leading ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Justin Rose came painfully close to winning the Masters, and ruining golf history, once again: 'It hurts'
Justin Rose has now lost in a playoff at the Masters twice in his career.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Texas A&M storms back after consecutive grand slams lead to 15-12 win over South Carolina
After falling behind 12-2 against South Carolina on Saturday, Texas A&M's offense surged with two grand slams in the ninth, clinching a 15-12 victory.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Jade Cote, Youngstown State beat Jacksonville State 4-3 to win 1st NCAA bowling championship
Jade Cote rolled a strike in the 10th frame for Youngstown State to clinch the final game and the Penguins beat defending national champion Jacksonville State 4-3 in the best-of-seven Baker match ...ABC News - 2d -
Woll makes 25 saves to help the Maple Leafs top the slumping Hurricanes 4-1
Joseph Woll made 25 saves and the Toronto Maple Leafs moved closer to clinching the Atlantic Division title by defeating the Carolina Hurricanes 4-1 on Sunday, reaching the 50-win mark. Pontus ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Maple Leafs defeat Hurricanes 4-1, move closer to Atlantic Division title
Joseph Woll made 25 saves and the Toronto Maple Leafs moved closer to clinching the Atlantic Division title by defeating the Carolina Hurricanes 4-1 on Sunday, reaching the 50-win mark. Pontus ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Where to watch Warriors vs. Clippers: TV channel, live stream online, odds with NBA playoff spot on the line
Warriors vs. Clippers is the biggest game as the NBA regular season wraps up SundayCBS Sports - 1d -
Harden, Leonard lead Clippers past Warriors 124-119 in OT to secure fifth seed in West playoffs
James Harden hit consecutive 3-pointers in overtime, a pair of free throws and scored on Jimmy Butler’s goaltending to finish with 39 points and 10 assists, Kawhi Leonard added 33 points, and the ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
NBA Playoffs 2025: Western Conference matchups set as Nuggets secure No. 4 seed, Clippers beat Warriors in OT
Here's how things shook out in the West after a packed final day of regular-season play.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
What is Masters playoff format? Rory McIlroy battles Justin Rose for green jacket
Drama is building at the 2025 Masters as the biggest names in golf play in Augusta. The winner of the green jacket will come down to sudden death.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
The Masters: Rory McIlroy defeats Justin Rose in playoff for his green jacket, completes grand slam
Rory McIlroy won The Masters on Sunday afternoon, completing his quest for the coveted green jacket.Yahoo Sports - 1d
