The Dodgers are leaning into a "bad guy" identity while reworking rest and rotation to keep stars fresh for October. Ohtani’s one‑hit, six‑inning debut shows the approach can pay off.

Luka Dončić left Thursday’s game against the Thunder after grabbing his left hamstring; the Lakers have scheduled an MRI to determine severity. The team will await imaging before setting a timeline.

Colombia captain James Rodríguez was hospitalized in Minnesota after the France friendly; the federation says he spent about 72 hours under observation and is now recovering at home.

Phil Mickelson will miss the 2026 Masters, saying he will step away to tend to a family health matter and be out for an extended period. The tournament will begin next week without one of its most familiar champions.

Jrue Holiday hit seven 3-pointers and Portland beat New Orleans 118-106 as new owners watched courtside.

Dickies Arena will host the FEI World Cup Finals April 8–12 while Will Rogers Memorial Center becomes a temporary horse hotel for 54 international mounts.

MLB is centralizing local TV rights and the founder of SportsTime Ohio warns the move could undercut Cleveland’s local coverage and broadcasters. The changes will reshape how Guardians games reach fans this season.

Stephon Gilmore announced his retirement after 13 NFL seasons, ending a career that included a Super Bowl ring and the 2019 Defensive Player of the Year award.

Patrick Dumont is searching for a veteran head of basketball to steady the Mavericks and build around rookie Cooper Flagg. The hire will shape Dallas’s next chapter.

After a 1-5 road trip the Red Sox open at Fenway Friday; Sonny Gray starts and the club will honor the 1986 team before the game. Fans should watch Gray's innings and the lineup's bounceback.

Trevor Bauer has signed with the Long Island Ducks and is slated to start their April 21 opener. The controversial Cy Young winner will be mic'd up as he attempts a U.S. comeback.

UWF will move to NCAA Division I in Fall 2026, joining the ASUN for most sports and the United Athletic Conference for football. The three-year transition delays full NCAA postseason eligibility until 2029 but brings bigger opponents and a new on-campus stadium.

League One Volleyball will launch a San Francisco franchise in January 2027, backed by a women‑led ownership group and a public naming contest. The team has already named a coach and front office.