Why did 12 horses die at Churchill Downs in the days surrounding the 2023 Kentucky Derby?
Edward Sutelan
It's one of the most exciting starts in baseball, and something few have accomplished at the big-league level.
The NBA has for so long revolved around James, Curry and Durant. That is starting to change.
James declined to answer whether he believed he'd be a Laker for the 2024-25 season.
Patrick Mahomes' favorite weapon is staying in Kansas City for at least two more years.
The draw for the 2024 Kentucky Derby was held on Saturday, April 27. Here's where each horse will be starting, including odds for each horse to win.
The Browns traded a bevy of picks to the Texans for Watson, and they have all now been used on players.
The Bears spent a fourth-round pick on a punter. The team's No. 1 pick is hoping they won't have to use him much.
The Dolphins already have Raheem Mostert and De'Von Achane in the running back room, but they moved up in the fourth round to add a third speedster.
The rocket-armed Volunteer could wind up the steal of the draft if a team can improve his raw passing traits.
The Buckeyes are likely going to have a quieter draft class than recent years.
The Tigers have plenty of top-end talent, starting with a pair of top 10 picks in the 2024 NFL Draft.
The 49ers used their lone first-round draft pick on a wide receiver, which has only added fuel to the fire speculating one of two star wide receivers will be traded.
Falcons GM Terry Fontenot highlighted the Packers as the model for plans at quarterback. But Atlanta is going with a slightly different succession plan.
The Bills have already traded back twice. Will Buffalo make its first selection at No. 33, or will it trade back again?
Blank appeared just as confused as everyone else about the pick of Penix at No. 8.
There is likely going to be plenty of overlap between the two Falcons' quarterbacks.
The fastest player in the 2024 NFL Draft is headed to Kansas City to catch passes from Patrick Mahomes.
Stover has had a unique path to the NFL, going from his family farm to playing linebacker at Ohio State to breaking out as one of the nation's top tight ends.
McCaffrey shifted from quarterback to wide receiver and has emerged as one of the top slot specialists in the 2024 class.
Speculation is swirling over the health of the 76ers star in Philadelphia's first-round series against the Knicks.
The mother of the new Commanders quarterback has reportedly been linked to recruiting violations from Daniels' time at Arizona State.
Brown has received his second extension on draft day.
Athletes are set to bring out their best outfits for Thursday's draft.
Could this be the year the run on quarterbacks winds up coming true?
Three years ago, Latu's playing days appeared to be over. He's now set to be one of the first defensive players off the board in the 2024 NFL Draft class.
Sehorn was the last white, full-time cornerback in the NFL.
The former Alabama head coach will give his thoughts on the NFL draft picks as an analyst with ESPN.
There's a wide range of outcomes for any quarterback, even those believed to be the stars of the draft.
A run on offensive players early in the 2024 NFL Draft could lead to a long wait for the first defensive player off the board.
Phoenix is down a key contributor as it stares down a 2-0 deficit in its first-round series against Minnesota.
The NBA confirmed the 76ers were on the wrong end of some incorrect non-calls in the final minutes of Monday's Game 2 loss to the Knicks.
The star forward was injured during the Pelicans' first Play-In game vs. the Lakers.
Turner heads into the 2024 NFL Draft viewed almost universally as the top defensive prospect in the class.
The Chargers should have their pick of the non-quarterbacks if they decide to use the fifth overall pick in 2024.
Here's a look at all the 2024 NFL Draft picks, sorted by round as well as by each team's individual picks.
Follow the latest updates on the weather in Talladega.
Here's a look at how the field will race to green Sunday.
Sporting News will be tracking live results from the USA Olympic wrestling trials. Follow for the updated brackets, winners from each trial.
Harbaugh promised to get a tattoo if the Wolverines won the national championship. He lived up to that promise Saturday.
Swift's new album, "The Tortured Poet Department," appears to feature a pair of songs about the Chiefs tight end.
Team USA is close to finding out who will represent the country in the 2024 Paris Olympics.
SN experts Jacob Camenker and Edward Sutelan trade picks in a joint mock draft.
Ron Butler's tweet has fueled speculation the LSU quarterback might try and force his way down the draft board.
Porter received a lifetime ban from the league after he shared information with bettors, influenced prop bets on himself and bet on NBA games.
Grok did not seem to understand the trend going around social media after Thompson's brutal performance against the Kings.
Here's a look at each pick for teams in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Here's how each round of the 2024 NFL Draft is currently shaping up.
UConn knew it would have its hands full defending against Iowa and Caitlin Clark in the Final Four. So far, the Huskies' standout point guard has been up to the task.
The Bears will be drafting with the No. 1 overall pick for the first time since 1947.
Watkins will have to wait some time until she can hear her name called in the WNBA draft.
The NBA playoffs are set to begin. First, the final two spots are still left to be decided.
Baseball will be celebrating the player that broke the color barrier on Saturday. Here's what you need to know about Jackie Robinson Day.
The Masters ceremony did not appear to be one Rahm was thrilled to attend.
Marjanovic was a man of the people in Houston's season finale.
Fifteen players will be on hand for the WNBA Draft on Monday night in New York City.
Lundquist has covered 40 Masters Tournaments. Sunday's call at the 16th hole marked his final time with the headset at golf's most prestigious event.
How will the 2024 playoffs look? Here's what you need to know.
The two-time major champion once again finds himself in a close battle for another title.
Nike is once again under fire for the design of uniforms, this time from Olympic athletes ahead of the 2024 Summer Games.
How are the playoffs shaping up heading into the final days of the calendar? Here's what you need to know.
Where can the Cavaliers wind up in the postseason? Here's what you need to know about their seeding possibilities.
Wearing the MLB patch comes with some pretty nice perks.
Fitzpatrick made a simple change in removing a club weight to his driver. He feels it made a world of difference.
Simpson won the 1973 NFL MVP and was named to six Pro Bowls in his 11-year career.
Burrow will be the guest of honor when Travis and Jason Kelce return to their alma mater.
The 2024 Masters will be hosted by a familiar face.
The son of former All-Star Matt Holliday, Jackson Holliday is ready to lead a strong Oriole core as someone who "plays the game the right way."
De La Cruz hit one homer 450 feet and another 282 feet. They were equally exciting.
Edey did all he could to help the Boilermakers win the program's first national championship.
The Huskies have pulled off the rare feat of back-to-back championships. Next year, they'll have a chance to be the second team to win at least three in a row.
Tristen Newton paced the Huskies all tournament long, leading them to their second straight national championship.
Hurley has often drawn plenty of attention for his antics. He was turning them up to a championship level on Monday.
South Carolina became the 10th team in women's college basketball history to have an undefeated season.
The controversial foul call on Aaliyah Edwards to end UConn's season was just the latest controversy made this tournament.
Is anyone watching the men's March Madness games? SNL doesn't seem to think so.
Watkins has a pair of dunks in her career, a rare feat for a women's basketball player.
These two centers should deliver an epic showdown during Monday's national championship game.
Edey was once an imposing presence on the mound before he was a fierce player in the paint.
LeBron James, Kelsey Plum, Angel Reese and more chimed in with their reactions to the offensive foul call on UConn's Aaliyah Edwards.
The Gamecocks star sustained the injury after falling to the court in the second quarter.
Edwards wore the mask for the entire 2022-23 season. She's donning one again in the Final Four against Iowa.
The team featured six WNBA Draft picks and several other current NCAA basketball stars.
Clark will become the latest key piece to a Fever roster rapidly accumulating star talent.
Boston is no stranger to Final Fours. She's now going to provide analysis of the remaining women's college basketball games.
The changes to his contract will allow Diggs to reach free agency earlier than he initially expected.
The A's will play their final season in Oakland in 2024 before temporarily moving to Sacramento.
Toronto is nearing an unfortunate mark before the end of the 2023-24 season.
Buffalo is going to be in the market for more wide-receiver talent after sending Diggs to the Texans.
The Bills will acquire a future second-round pick while sending Diggs and a pair of late picks to Houston.
The Wolfpack and Huskies are now the 14th and 15th teams to have two Final Four games to watch in the same year.
Reese opened up about the criticism she has heard throughout the title defense campaign for the Tigers.
Blanco blanked the Blue Jays in the hit column in only his eighth MLB start.
Who will be heading to Cleveland for the Women's Final Four? Here's what you need to know about the 2024 NCAA women's basketball semifinal matchups.
Caitlin Clark willed the Hawkeyes to the Final Four with 41 points against the Tigers and broke a few more tournament and personal records along the way.
Clark has had some eye-popping stats during her historic career. Here's how she's fared on a game-by-game basis.
Angel Reese was injured while fouling Caitlin Clark but returned quickly after LSU trainers appeared to treat her ankle or lower leg.
Johnson is one of college basketball's biggest stars. Here's a breakdown of her family.
Bueckers has been key to the Huskies' run to the Sweet 16. Here's how she's battled back-to-back major injuries to play in only her second full season in collegiate basketball.
Which teams have the best chance to win in the 2024 Final Four? Here's what The Sporting News' projection model says will be the most likely NCAA championship matchup for men's basketball.
Denny Hamlin added another win to his 2024 resume.
The Final Four field in Glendale, Ariz., has been set. Here's what you need to know about the remaining teams playing for a national championship.
Edey continues to close in on the NCAA free-throw attempt record for a single season after a standout game against the Volunteers.
Clark has earned comparisons to Curry for her 3-point prowess. But how does she compare in height?
Yamamoto arrived in the United States with a plethora of pitches at his disposal.
The two programs have been no strangers to facing off in the College Football Playoff in recent years. But how about on the court?
The star was asked by officials to take it out in the second quarter of Notre Dame's Sweet 16 game vs. Oregon State.
Albert had reposted anti-LGBTQ posts on TikTok, which drew the ire of Rapinoe.
Kelly appeared to know which team was going to draft Daniels in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Sporting News will be tracking live updates from Thursday's games. Follow for scores and highlights from Opening Day.
The Dominican shortstop showed off his understanding of English in a press conference on Wednesday.
The star shortstop will be starting the 2024 season at Triple-A. But it will only be a matter of time until he gets a promotion to the big leagues.
Who will be the top prospects to reach the majors in 2024? Here's a look at the prospects with the best chances to win Rookie of the Year.
Experts make their picks for who will win the divisions, major awards and the World Series. Check out how they see the 2024 MLB season shaping up.
Sporting News is rolling out the third edition of its MLB projection model. Here's a look at how it sees the 2024 season unfolding.
Baseball has been strict about its gambling policy in the past. Here's what you need to know about it.
Brent Clark was not having any of Caitlin's complaints to the officials. And when she was struggling, he seemed ready for her to be sent to the bench.
Here is a complete guide to watching LSU vs. MTSU, including the start time, TV schedule and live stream information for the 2024 NCAA women’s tournament game.
The Wolverines landed one of the most coveted names on the college basketball coaching carousel.
The Tar Heels had lower odds to win the title than all other No. 1 seeds and the No. 2 seed in their own region before the tournament began. Their win on Saturday shows they belong among the true top contenders.
Sporting News tracked live scores and highlights from North Carolina vs. Michigan State. Follow along for updates from Saturday's game.
The Spartan head coach is 69 and would be 70 years old for most of his 30th season at Michigan State.
Does anyone still have a chance at perfection? Here's a look at how brackets are doing in men's March Madness.
Few knew the name Jack Gohlke before Thursday. He's now emerged as one of the biggest names in men's college basketball.
From the opening tip to the final buzzer, keep track of your March Madness bracket live with Sporting News' updates on final scores, highlights and more for every game on Day 2 of the NCAA Tournament.
Gilbert McGregor
Clark is a year removed from history. Here's the other company with whom she has surrounded herself.
The franchise-tagged Snead is expected to sign a new contract with Tennessee.
Crooks and the Cyclones wreaked havoc on the Terrapins in a historic comeback.
The Bulldogs stunned the Tigers to advance to the second round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament.
Baker-Mazara was ejected just three minutes into Friday's NCAA Tournament first-round game.
The alleged gambling by Mizuhara reportedly began taking place as far back as 2021.
Domask became only the 10th player in NCAA men's basketball history to tally a triple-double in March Madness.
Akins was a star for the Spartans against Mississippi State. That might be just the beginning.
Putting together a perfect bracket is just about impossible. Here's a look into the chances your March Madness finishes the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament unscathed.
How close has anyone come to perfection? Sporting News looks back at some of the best March Madness brackets in history.
Can't decide which way to lean in Alabama vs. Charleston? Here's all you need to know about the matchup.
Which teams are looking the best to reach the Final Four this year? Here's what bookmakers and Sporting News' model say.
Here's a look at the teams that have the best chances of stunning the higher seeds in this year's edition of March Madness.
Sporting News tracked live updates from Shohei Ohtani's Dodgers debut against the Padres in Seoul, South Korea. Read for complete updates, stats and highlights from Wednesday morning's MLB game.
Sporting News' model is taking a look at the women's teams with the best chances to win the national championship in the 2024 March Madness bracket.
Sporting News' model is taking a look at the men's teams with the best chances to win the national championship in 2024.
Snell's wait came to an end midway through spring training when he finally agreed to a deal with Giants.
The Big East is loaded with notable basketball teams. Here's a look at how they only received three spots in March Madness.
Moore has been a vocal defender of Fields throughout his time in Chicago.
Sporting News is diving into the best fantasy baseball players for the 2024 season.
Prospects can have a major impact on fantasy baseball rosters once they are called up. Here's a look at 20 prospects that could make a difference in 2024.
Breakouts are the secret to winning fantasy leagues. Here's a look at some hitters and pitchers who could help teams in 2024.
The Kenny Pickett era has come to a close in Pittsburgh.
Aaron Donald is an all-time great. Here's what the numbers say about his career.
From LeBron James to Kyler Murray, everyone was sending in their praise for the Rams defensive tackle.
Minnesota has now positioned itself to try and trade up in the draft for a quarterback.
The Vikings now have a pair of first-round picks in the 2024 NFL Draft.
Mahomes has a new, fast target among his wide receivers.
Hoping to catch the top prospects in baseball this spring? MLB's Spring Breakout series will have you covered.
New York fans received a not-so-positive update about the status of ace Gerrit Cole and his elbow injury.
The Cowboys big splash through the first two days of free agency has been to sign a long snapper.
But don't start penciling him in on those 2028 ballots.
Gesicki won't have Mac Jones being a bad influence on him anymore.
Mixon was nearly released Monday, but the Texans stepped in to secure the running back before he hit the market.
Carolina has dealt away a lot of talent over the past several years. The returns have not been great.
Here's the latest on Stephen Curry's ankle injury, which he suffered in Thursday's loss to the Bulls.
Higgins requested a trade Monday from Cincinnati, potentially ending his time in the Queen City.
Are the Raiders done adding quarterbacks this offseason?
Cousins has informed the Vikings he's going to test the market. Here's the latest on his free agency.
Davis spent the first four years of his career with the Bills, racking up at least 500 receiving yards in each campaign.
Johnson's brother is in a Greenville County jail after he jumped over scorer's table during the SEC championship game.
Wilson will not be the most expensive quarterback on Pittsburgh's roster in 2024.
Hudgens revealed she was pregnant Sunday on the red carpet at the Oscars.
The future Hall of Fame first baseman has agreed to sign with the team of his native country.
Edwards had to chase down Aaron Nesmith to save the game for the Timberwolves.
The Montreal Expos would sign him if they could.
Oklahoma City coach Mark Daigneault said Biyombo was "laughing and joking" in the locker room following his collapse.
The two-time All-Star agreed to be traded to the NHL points-leading Panthers.
The future Hall of Famer hasn't decided officially what's next for him in his career.
The game mode will now allow created female players to reach the majors.
The Vikings might be looking at a first-round pick to replace Cousins, should he leave in free agency.
Wanting to compare some mock drafts ahead of the NFL combine? Here's a look at a few from experts.
Russell Wilson is owed quite a lot in dead cap money. Here's how that is viewed in the Broncos' books compared to other player salaries.
Here's a look at the fastest players to participate in the 2024 NFL Combine's 40-yard dash.
Clark is closing in on Maravich's college basketball scoring record. Here's what you need to know about the key scoring stats and differences between the two players.
There have been some blazing speeds posted at the NFL Combine. Here's a look at the fastest players who have taken part in the event.
Here's a look at all the measurements for the players at the 2024 NFL Combine.
The standout quarterback helped guide Michigan to a national championship. Now he's setting his sights on the NFL.
Lewis Hamilton has won six world championships with Mercedes, his racing team for the past 12 years, but he will be leaving in 2025 for Ferrari. Why?
The former Blue Jay third baseman has reportedly ended his extended free-agency period.
Maye is instead working out with Philip Rivers as he prepares for the draft.
Here's a look at the prospects who have posted the most impressive bench press numbers in the history of the NFL Combine.
The Dodgers star said he will have more updates on his marriage in a Friday interview.
In a battle of baseball's top pitching prospect vs. top hitting prospect, who came out on top?
Bluder said the real women's scoring record was set on Wednesday when Clark passed Woodard.
Woodard racked up a historic points total in her four seasons at Kansas. But as Caitlin Clark pursues the career scoring title for college basketball, the NCAA doesn't recognize Woodard's record.
It's not quite Tom Brady-level, but Mahomes has seen enough of his old 40-yard dash footage on the NFL Network broadcast.
Clark is nearing the all-time scoring record. But there's still one unofficial mark that she will need to surpass after topping the NCAA record.
A Cleveland native, the Chiefs' star tight end joined the mass of NBA fans blown away by Strus' historic game-winning shot.
The cognition test, which is administered at the annual scouting combine, placed Stroud's draft stock in question. The immediate success of the Texans' rookie QB flipped the uncertainty onto the test itself.
Rumors emerged that Jefferson might be a trade candidate if he can't reach an agreement with the Vikings.
A year ago, Tobin told reporters he wasn't in the business of making other teams better, but he might listen to offers for one of Cincinnati's stars in 2024.
The Pistons have endured a lot of losses this season, but the latest isn't entirely their fault.
Coach Darko Rajakovic also shared his opinion on the pineapple-on-pizza debate.
Khaled then went on to challenge Rory McIlroy in a nine-hole round of golf after his victory over Barkley.
