'Jeff Gordon Day' honors star driver in his Indiana hometown

Jeff Gordon wasn't born in Indiana, but his racing career took off in the Hoosier State. He was honored in his hometown of Pittsboro, Ind. Thursday.

Kyle Busch now second betting choice to win Sprint Cup title

This season looked like a lost one for Kyle Busch after he broke his leg in a February race at Daytona. But Busch and his No. 18 Toyota has caught fire and oddsmakers have made adjustments.

PGA Championship odds — Spieth opens as favorite over McIlroy; Tiger at 60-1

Even though he's won two and finished just a stroke out of a playoff in the third, Jordan Spieth is the clear opening favorite in a major tournament for the first time this year. Rory McIlroy has held that honor in the previous three.

UAB adds first player to football program since reinstatement

Bill Clark has been watching his players go for the last seven months, so he's got reason to smile wide as he welcomes a new one.

Kevin Harvick wins ESPY but forgets to watch show

Kevin Harvick won NASCAR's Sprint Cup title in 2014, which should have made him a lock for the ESPY for best driver. But since it's based on fan votes, Harvick was actively seeking support for the award on Twitter.

British Open tee times, pairings and TV schedule for first, second rounds

Tee times and pairings were announced for the 2015 British Open on Monday. Jordan Spieth and Dustin Johnson are paired together, and their tee time is 4:33 a.m. for the first round. Tiger Woods tees off at 4:55 a.m. TV coverage for the Thursday and Friday rounds will begin on ESPN at 4 a.m. ET and run until 3 p.m. ET.

U.S. Open odds — Books like Serena to complete grand slam; Djokovic favored again

Serena Williams and Novak Djokovic are once again favorites on their respective side for the 2015 U.S. Open.

AAC betting preview — Hey, this conference could be a lot of fun

The American Athletic Conference is not in the national conversation. But it could be fun to watch and bet on in 2015.

J.K. Rowling rips Serena Williams hater on Twitter

If you come at the Queen, you best not miss. Especially when J.K. Rowling has the Queen's back.

Serena Williams wins Wimbledon title, needs U.S. Open to complete calendar grand slam

Serena Williams dropped the first two games of the Wimbledon final to Garbine Muguruza on Saturday. Muguruza had knocked her out of the 2014 French Open, and lost in three sets at the Australian Open earlier this year. Maybe, just maybe, we had a match.

NASCAR at Kentucky qualifying canceled due to rain

NASCAR's Sprint Cup Series heads to Kentucky this weekend for race under a new rules package that should lower speeds and level the playing field.

Daytona fan: 'I thought I was going to die' during wild crash

Cindy Meyers was struck with a piece of metal during Sunday's wild wreck at Daytona, and is still in pain. She's seeking a reasonable settlement to cover out-of-pocket medical expenses and future costs.

Fans injured in Daytona wreck hire prominent attorney

Two spectators injured by debris Sunday's crash at Daytona have hired an attorney to represent them in a possible case against the track and NASCAR, according to ESPN.

Austin Dillon eager to return to racing after horrific crash

Austin Dillon has no reservations about getting back into his No. 3 car this Saturday after a horrific crash at Daytona two days ago. But he knows that at some point, something has to change.

Attorney: De'Andre Johnson was called racial epithets, report says

The attorney for now-former Florida State quarterback De'Andre Johnson says his client was reacted to being hit twice and not the initial aggressor during a June 24 incident at a Tallahassee nightclub, according to NBC News.

Fox News anchor calls Rory McIlroy a leprechaun, says she wanted to call him much worse

Beware of hot microphones.

NASCAR at Daytona qualifying: Date, time, TV channel

NASCAR's Sprint Cup Series heads to Daytona this weekend for a July 4 restrictor plate race as NASCAR begins its second round of races at each track this season.

Michigan State RB Delton Williams will rejoin team, report says

Michigan State running back Delton Williams could rejoin the team as early as this month for voluntary workouts, according MLive.com.

American Pharoah will run in Haskell Invitational in New Jersey on Aug. 2

Owner Ahmed Zayat told ESPN and Bloodhorse.com that the Triple Crown winner will run in the Aug. 2 Haskell Invitational at Monmouth Park in Oceanport, N.J., a Grade 1 stakes race for 3-year-olds.

NASCAR tracks unite to discourage display of Confederate flag at races

NASCAR and some of its drivers have said in recent weeks that the flag has no place in the sport or anywhere; now, its tracks are trying to discouraging fans from displaying the Stars and Bars. Not banning, just discouraging.

Five things to know about Andrea Pirlo

Andrea Pirlo has all but been introduced by New York City FC of MLS. He's been at Yankee Stadium, the club's home, and even appeared on the team's official website on Tuesday night. But what is there to know about the Italian star?

Baseball's most profitable pitchers – Can Wandy, Wacha, Price continue to cash?

In the second part of our series, we look at baseball's most profitable pitchers in 2015 and whether or not they can keep it up in the second half.

Women's World Cup, USA vs. Germany: Time, TV channel and online streaming

The USA vs. Germany Women's World Cup semifinal match will begin at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday. It will be broadcast live on FOX and streamed online via Fox Sports Go.

Kluber, Liriano among MLB's least profitable pitchers – Will they turn it around?

Here's a look at five of the least profitable pitchers in baseball and whether or not they stand to turn it around – some have been victims of poor luck and circumstance, others just aren’t very good.

NASCAR at Sonoma 2015: Time, TV channel, schedule

The NASCAR race at Sonoma will begin at 3 p.m. ET on Sunday, June 28.

Wimbledon odds — Novak Djokovic, Serena Williams favored again

Another major, the same two favorites at the top.

Robinson Cano day-to-day after being hit in head with errant warmup throw

Robinson Cano left the Mariners' Saturday game against the Angels after being hit in the head with an errant warmup throw, and he's being tested for a concussion.

NASCAR at Sonoma 2015 qualifying: Day, time, TV channel

The NASCAR qualifying for the Sprint Cup race at Sonoma will begin at 2:15 p.m. ET on Saturday, June 27.

Biggest risers, fallers based on college football win totals, conference odds

TCU and Arkansas have the confidence of oddsmakers ahead of the college football season. South Carolina and Washington? Not so much.

Josh Donaldson preserves perfect game with amazing catch

The Blue Jays third baseman dove — not leaned or reached — into the stands to grab a foul ball and preserve Marco Estrada's perfect game against the Rays at Tropicana Field.

Who will replace Megan Rapinoe, Lauren Holiday for USA vs. China?

Who will replace Megan Rapinoe and Lauren Holiday in the United States' starting 11 after they received a one-match ban for second yellow cards?

Abby Wambach wonders if referee was out to get United States in win over Colombia

The United States will be down two midfielders after they each received a second yellow card of the tournament on Monday, and Abby Wambach says it's no coincidence.

David Ortiz gets ejected from game, then tries to eject umpire

You can't do that.

U.S. Open golf 2015: Tee times, TV channel, schedule, pairings for Sunday's final round

Jordan Spieth, Dustin Johnson, Jason Day and Branden Grace all hold a share of the lead heading into the final round of the U.S. Open. They are all scheduled to tee off after 5:30 p.m. ET on Sunday.

Source: Andrea Pirlo set to join NYCFC of MLS on Friday

Andrea Pirlo will be introduced by New York City FC of Major League Soccer on Friday, a source told Sporting News.

Marina fire produces massive cloud of dark smoke near U.S. Open course

This year's U.S. Open, at the treacherous and controversial Chambers Bay, has had just about everything.

Jason Day collapses on final hole of U.S. Open, finishes round

Jason Day collapsed on his final hole of the day at the U.S. Open, falling to his knees on the fairway as he walked toward a greenside bunker his tee shot had landed in.

Gary Player calls U.S. Open site 'one of the worst golf courses' he's ever seen

Plenty of former and current professional golfers have been critical of Chambers Bay, the controversial site of this year's U.S. Open. None, however, have ripped it quite like nine-time major winner Gary Player.

Sad Tiger Woods falls down hill retrieving ball from rough

Every golfer knows this feeling. You're struggling, and you don't think there's any chance things can get better on that day. You just hope they don't get worse. Then you fall down a hill looking for a ball you hacked into the rough.

U.S. Open golf 2015: Friday scores, leaderboard

Dustin Johnson and Henrik Stenson entered the day tied for the lead at 5 under. Check back all day for live scores and an updated leaderboard from Friday's second round.

15-year-old Cole Hammer holds back tears before first hole in U.S. Open

Cole Hammer's name is a whole lot more intimidating than his face.

USGA will kick fans out of U.S. Open for using Periscope

Fans can bring their phones to the U.S. Open this year, but they'll be kicked off the course for using any live-streaming apps.

U.S. Open golf 2015: Thursday scores, leaderboard

Stay here all day for live scores and updates from the U.S. Open at Chambers Bay Golf Course in University Place, Wash.

Phil Mickelson in the U.S. Open: A history of second place

Phil Mickelson has finished second in the U.S. Open a record six times. It's the only major he hasn't won. Here's a look at the six and where Lefty went wrong.

Cole Hammer, 15, becomes third-youngest golfer in U.S. Open history

Great name, better golfer. That's the life of Cole Hammer.

Blackhawks favored to repeat as Stanley Cup champs in 2015-16

Even before the Blackhawks hoisted the Stanley Cup on Monday, the Vegas SuperBook opened betting for the 2015-16 title and installed Chicago as the favorite.

Lightning vs. Blackhawks odds and betting analysis – Chicago unusually strong in Game 6s

The Blackhawks have been virtually unbeatable in Game 6s, and while some may call those results random, the Lightning didn't want to head back to Chicago down 3-2.

Ferrari catches fire in pit during 24 Hours of Le Mans

Arguably the most difficult part of 24 Hours of Le Mans, a daylong FIA race in France, is managing the well-being of a car performing at such a high level for an entire day. Allowing one to catch fire, therefore, is a major faux pas.

Phoenix track to be renamed Jeff Gordon Raceway for November race

In November, Jeff Gordon hopes to be racing for something meaningful in Phoenix. And if he is, he will do it on a track named after him.

Blackhawks vs. Lightning Game 5 odds and betting analysis — Vegas books disagree on favorite

We knew the Stanley Cup Finals was going deep. Now it's just a question of whether it ends in six or goes the distance. We'd guess the latter.

College World Series 2015: ESPN analyst calls LSU 'most complete team'

ESPN broadcaster and former major leaguer Aaron Boone thinks a change in the type of baseball used in the college game has led to more offense and more parity, which has set up a wide-open College World Series.

Stanley Cup Finals Game 4 odds and betting analysis — Lightning in control

Tampa has seized a 2-1 series lead in the Stanley Cup Finals but is a substantial underdog in Chicago on Wednesday night.

Comparing American Pharoah and Secretariat's Belmont wins side by side

It's always fun to speculate how recent greatness compares to past greatness, but in the case of Secretariat, there's no real way to measure up.

Stanley Cup Finals Game 3 odds and betting analysis — Total jumps to 5.5

Despite the relatively low number of total shot attempts in Game 2, the total for Game 3 has jumped.

Belmont 2015: American Pharoah delivers signature win worthy of horse racing lore

In no other American sport do so many people root for the same result, especially a result that’s never guaranteed. It’s so far from a guarantee, in fact, that some wondered whether it would happen again.

Belmont 2015: Breaking down American Pharoah's wire-to-wire victory

American Pharoah's magnificient trip on Saturday was the first Triple Crown-winning race broadcast in high definition. That gives us a great opportunity to break down the colt's historic performance.

American Pharoah posts sixth-best winning time in Belmont Stakes history

American Pharoah delivered a signature performance in the Belmont Stakes, posting the sixth-fastest winning time in the race's history.

Belmont 2015: Watch American Pharoah's historic victory

American Pharoah just went wire-to-wire in the Belmont Stakes to capture the first Triple Crown since 1978.

Belmont 2015: Full results, payouts from American Pharoah's historic ride

It doesn't really matter who finished second, because American Pharoah made history.

Belmont 2015: American Pharoah immortalized with 11 other Triple Crown winners

Only 11 horses had captured American horse racing's most coveted prize before Saturday. A 12th was just added to that list.

Belmont 2015: American Pharoah wins first Triple Crown since 1978

Time to pass on that headpiece. American Pharoah has won the first Triple Crown since 1978.

Belmont 2015: Odds-on favorite American Pharoah settles at 3-5

American Pharoah has settled in as a 3-5 favorite to win the Triple Crown and Belmont Stakes.

Belmont 2015: Post time, TV channel and online viewing information

Post time for the 147th running of the Belmont Stakes is approximately 6:50 p.m. ET. It will be broadcast live on NBC and streamed live on NBC Sports Live Extra.

Belmont 2015 live blog: American Pharoah wins Belmont Stakes, Triple Crown

Well, here we are. After three weeks of waiting — neigh, 37 years — American Pharoah will run for the Triple Crown at Belmont Park this evening. Post time for the race is approximately 6:50 p.m. ET.

Belmont 2015 live odds: Early action comes in on American Pharoah

American Pharoah is the odds-on favorite to win the Belmont Stakes and complete the Triple Crown, but who's standing in his way?

Belmont 2015: Time, TV channel

Post time for American Pharoah's run at the Triple Crown is approximately 6:50 p.m. ET.

Stanley Cup Finals Game 2 odds and betting analysis — Lightning in early desperation mode

The Blackhawks turned this series on its head by scoring two goals in the final seven minutes to win Game 1. Now, the pressure shifts to a young Tampa Bay team.

Secretariat jockey would have retired had he lost 1973 Belmont

The first time Ron Turcotte saw Secretariat, he thought the chestnut colt would be better served as a show horse. He was "too pretty to be a runner."

Judge tosses out gambling debt lawsuit against American Pharoah owner

A judge has thrown out the lawsuit against American Pharoah owner Ahmed Zayat over an alleged $1.65 million gambling debt.

Belmont 2015: American Pharoah draws post No. 5, opens as 3-5 favorite

American Pharoah, the 3-5 favorite, will start the 147th Belmont Stakes out of the No. 5 gate, something trainer Bob Baffert is fine with.

Blackhawks series favorites, Game 1 dogs in Stanley Cup Finals

Belmont 2015: Post positions drawn, morning odds released

The post position draw for the 147th running of the Belmont Stakes will take place at noon ET on Wednesday at Rockefeller Center in New York City. It will be broadcast live on NYRA.com and streamed live through Periscope via @NBCSN.

Belmont 2015: Post position draw time, live stream information

The post position draw for the 147th running of the Belmont Stakes will take place on Wednesday, June 3 at 12 p.m. in Rockefeller Center in New York City. It will be streamed live on NYRA.com and by @NBCSN on Twitter.

Belmont 2015: American Pharoah arrives in New York

American Pharoah is on his way to Belmont Park in Elmont, N.Y., where he'll try to become the first Triple Crown winner since 1978 on Saturday in the Belmont Stakes.

Belmont 2015: Field, American Pharoah's odds shrink as two horses won't run

American Pharoah's path to the first Triple Crown since 1978 got a little less crowded Monday when a pair of camps announced their horses will not run in the Belmont on Saturday.

American Pharoah owner now being sued for libel

Ahmed Zayat, owner of American Pharoah, is now being sued for libel, according to court documents obtained by Sporting News.

Belmont 2015: Date, time, TV channel

American Pharoah will run for the Triple Crown on Saturday, June 6 at Belmont Park. Post time for the race is approximately 6:50 p.m. ET.

Belmont 2015: Get to know the contenders

A handful of horses who sat out the Preakness will be back in the Triple Crown circuit for the Belmont. That poses a new set of challenges for American Pharoah, who will be running against a field of talented and rested colts.

NCAA Baseball Tournament 2015: Top 5 plays from Day 2

From boxes of Cheez-Its and power mustaches to full-extension catches and walk-off home runs, there was no shortage of action in the NCAA Baseball Tournament on Saturday.

Even without home ice, Blackhawks favored over Lightning in Stanley Cup Finals

Both the Lightning and Blackhawks won Game 7's on the road to setup a meeting in the Stanley Cup Finals. Oddsmakers have made the 'Hawks a favorite of -140.

Blackhawks vs. Ducks odds and betting analysis — Chicago sets Game 7 tone

The Blackhawks and Ducks meet in Anaheim on Saturday night to settle the Western finals. Here's a bettor's preview.

Magic name Scott Skiles head coach

The Magic have named Scott Skiles their next head coach, the team announced Friday. He'll be introduced at a 6 p.m. ET news conference.

Secretariat jockey says American Pharoah is 'versatile enough' to win Belmont

For the last few decades, Ron Turcotte has watched 13 different horses win the first two legs of the Triple Crown, only to fall short in the Belmont Stakes. He's been rooting for them to get it done, but admittedly didn't have faith in all of them.

Game 7 at the Garden

Belmont 2015: Updated odds

Oddsmakers are giving American Pharoah about a 50-50 shot to win the first Triple Crown since 1978.

Lightning vs. Rangers odds and betting analysis — Another Game 7 at the Garden

The Rangers, facing elimination, came to play in Game 6 in Tampa Bay to force a decisive seventh game at Madison Square Garden Friday. We've been down this road before.

Belmont 2015: Records and all-time leaders

Most know of Secretariat's dominant 1973 Belmont, when he set records for time and margin of victory that still stand today. But what are some other top marks in Belmont history?

Belmont 2015: Probable and confirmed entries, odds

American Pharoah will run for history on June 6 at Belmont Park, but who will he be running against?

Bob Baffert wants to channel Marshawn Lynch leading up to Belmont

In 10 days at the Belmont Stakes, Bob Baffert will watch American Pharoah make history or become just another horse to fall short of the Triple Crown. In the meantime, the trainer doesn't want any distractions.

Ducks vs. Blackhawks Game 6 odds and betting analysis - Resilient Chicago tries to survive

While the Ducks claim no team can withstand their physicality, the Blackhawks are as resilient as they come and favorites at home in Game 6.

Rangers vs. Lightning Game 6 odds and betting analysis – New York faces elimination

The Rangers are slight underdogs ahead of Tuesday’s Game 6 in Tampa Bay, where they face elimination, a situation in which they usually thrive.

Blackhawks vs. Ducks Game 5 odds and betting analysis — Anaheim emerges as series favorite

After trading wins and losses on each team's home ice, the Ducks are now short favorites to win the West finals ahead of Game 5 with the Blackhawks.

Lightning vs. Rangers Game 5 — Power plays clicking

The Rangers needed a big response in Game 4 and got one from Henrik Lundqvist, Rick Nash and Martin St. Louis. Will they show more of the same in Game 5?

American Pharoah owner ducking $1.65 million gambling debt, accuser says

Howard Rubinsky says he’s been trying to collect money from American Pharoah owner Ahmed Zayat for more than 10 years and described the timeline of events to SN.

Ducks vs. Blackhawks Game 4 — Anaheim happy at a slower pace

Game 3 of this series was anything but pretty. After a three-overtime thriller on Tuesday, the Ducks and Blackhawks played at a sluggish pace on Thursday. Will that change in Game 4?

Rangers vs. Lightning Game 4 — New York's lost identity

The Rangers lost Game 3 in Tampa by just a goal, but the way the game was played should have them concerned for the rest of the series.

American Pharoah owner calls gambling debt lawsuit 'blackmail'

American Pharoah owenr Ahmed Zayat is denying accusations he owes a convicted felon $1.65 million in sports betting losses, calling them an attempt at extortion and blackmail.

American Pharoah owner sued for alleged $1.65 million sports betting debt

A convicted felon says Ahmed Zayat never paid a $1.65 million debt he ran up at an offshore sports betting casino.

Ducks vs. Blackhawks Game 3 — Chicago a short favorite to advance

After a Game 2 marathon, the Western Conferene finals shifts to Chicago, where the Blackhawks are favored on Vegas oddsboards.

Rangers vs. Lightning Game 3 odds and betting analysis – Total rises after offensive outburst

The Rangers have been terrific on the road under Alain Vigneault, but Amalie Arena has been good to the Lightning. What gives in Game 3?

Blackhawks vs. Ducks Game 2 — Chicago needs stars to awaken

The Lightning turned in a desperate effort to take down the Rangers on Monday. Can the Blackhawls do the same in Anaheim to avoid going down 2-0?

Lightning vs. Rangers Game 2 odds and betting analysis – Tampa Bay a money-losing proposition on road

The Lightning haven't been great on the road all season, but they'll need to be Monday in order to even their series with the Rangers.

American Pharoah favored in Vegas to capture Triple Crown

Vegas has weighed in, and it likes his chances.

Preakness 2015: Full results, payouts

Here are the full results from the second leg of the Triple Crown.

Belmont Stakes 2015: Date, time, TV channel

Get ready for three weeks of hype.

American Pharoah wins Preakness, will run for Triple Crown at Belmont

Bob Baffert's colt will run for the first Triple Crown since 1978 on June 6 at Belmont Park.

Fan makes barehanded catch of Giancarlo Stanton's 478-foot home run

Somebody sign this guy up.

Preakness 2015 live blog: American Pharoah cruises to victory

Follow along with us this afternoon for updates on the 140th Preakness Stakes.

Preakness 2015 odds: Dortmund's price jumps early

We're just a few hours away from the 140th Preakness Stakes, so check out our updating odds page for the most current lines from Pimlico.

Blackhawks vs. Ducks called coin-flip by Vegas oddsmakers in West finals

The West finals between the Blackhawks and Ducks is a pick 'em, according to odds posted in Vegas. The puck drops in Anaheim on Sunday afternoon.

Preakness 2015: Time, TV channel

The 140th running of the Preakness will take place at approximately 6:18 p.m. ET on Saturday.

Rangers winless vs. Lightning in regular season but favored in East finals

The Eastern Conference finals begin Saturday afternoon at MSG. Here is the series price, Game 1 line and betting analysis for the Lightning-Rangers series

Preakness 2015: Watch the best moments in race history

The shortest of the three Triple Crown races can often provide the best finishes because of its distance.

Raptors' new 'Drake' alternate uniform leaked

The Raptors are serious about their relationship with their global ambassador.

Preakness 2015: Odds updated after post position draw

How did the post position draw affect odds for the Preakness?

Preakness 2015: American Pharoah draws post No. 1

American Pharoah will start on the rail, while stablemate Dortmund drew post No. 2.

Marshawn Lynch's 'Beast Mode' baseball jersey is now on sale

Marshawn Lynch's official clothing line has dropped a fantastic new baseball uniform.

Korean team puts infielder behind catcher in extreme shift

The Kia Tigers of the KBO put an infielder behind home plate as part of a shift.

Preakness 2015: Get to know the contenders

There are only two possible outcomes for the Preakness — the Kentucky Derby victor wins and keeps the Triple Crown alive, or he doesn't.

Preakness 2015: Time, TV schedule for post position draw

The draw for the 140th running of the Preakness Stakes will take place at 5 p.m. on Wednesday evening.

Capitals vs. Rangers Game 7 odds and betting analysis – Ovechkin channels Joe Namath

Alex Ovechkin has guarenteed a Game 7 victory, but his Capitals are big underdogs to topple Henrik Lundqvist and the Rangers at Madison Square Garden.

Preakness 2015: Fastest winning times in race history

Secretariat ran the fastest race in Preakness history in 1973, but it wasn't until 2012 that it was recognized as such.

NHL odds, betting lines and futures – Lightning favored to end series on Tuesday

While the Canadiens have made it a series against the Lightning, Tampa Bay is a substantial favorite to close the deal at home in Game 6.

NHL odds, betting lines and totals — Ducks, Caps can finish it off at home

The Capitals and Ducks can both finish off their respective series Sunday night, but the price on each to do so is significantly different.

Preakness odds for 13 possible horses

The Preakness is a week away, but that doesn't mean you have to wait to get in on the action.

Strasburg has tight back, not strained shoulder; expects to start this week

Breathe, Nationals fans. Stephen Strasburg's shoulder is fine.

NHL playoff odds, betting lines and totals — Habs still alive

The Canadiens didn't want a heartbreaking Game 3 loss to define their postseason. They didn't want to go quietly. After a blowout win in Game 4, they're still alive.

Keith Olbermann thinks Tom Brady should be suspended for a year

Discipline for Tom Brady is likely on the way, but to Keith Olbermann, there's only one clear option. He wants the NFL to suspend the Patriots quarterback for the entire season.

Kyle Farnsworth just 'one of the guys' on semi-pro football team

Former MLB pitcher Kyle Farnsworth showed up at an Orlando Phantoms workout in August of 2014, and nobody knew who he was. Now he's turning heads in the semi-pro league.

NHL playoff odds, betting lines and totals - Caps in control

In Friday's NHL action, the Rangers try to dig themselves out of a hole vs. the Caps, and the Ducks, after a heartbreaking loss, are heavy favorites in Calgary.

Gaylord Perry to Tom Brady: 'Be a little smarter about it'

Tom Brady is suddenly under fire and facing a possible suspension after the Deflate-gate investigation. Ball doctoring master Gaylord Perry says he'll have to be smarter about it now.

Red Sox fire pitching coach Juan Nieves

The Red Sox entered this season with plenty of question marks surrounding their pitching staff, and so far, none of them have been answered. The club fired pitching coach Juan Nieves Thursday afternoon as a result.

NHL playoffs odds, betting lines and totals — Lightning, Blackhawks have brooms at the ready

Two sweeps in the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs? That hasn't happened since 2011, and it's unexpected from two series thought to be evenly matched.

Bryce Harper: 'We're the team to beat, everybody knows that'

In case the last month has made you forget, Bryce Harper wants to remind you of something. The Nationals are a pretty good baseball team.

Bryce Harper homers three times in three at-bats

Bryce Harper is on a rampage in Washington today at the expense of Tom Koehler.

NHL playoff odds, betting lines and totals — Rangers-Caps total dips

Goals have been difficult to come by in the New York-Washington series, thanks mostly to outstanding goalie play.

Canadiens' Prust apologizes for ripping referee

Brandon Prust has thrived as a depth player in the NHL because he can channel emotion like no one else. But the winger admitted he let those emotions get the best of him in Sunday's loss to the Lightning.

NHL playoff odds, betting lines and totals — Wild, Flames face must-wins

A team hasn't lost control of a series until it loses on home ice, conventional wisdom says. But after dropping a pair of road games, the Wild and Flames are now big underdogs to win their respective series.

NHL playoff betting

Winning on the road is imperative to a hockey team's postseason success. It's the biggest reason the Rangers got to the Stanley Cup Finals last year, but can do it again consistently in 2015?

NHL betting lines

The Rangers got even with the Capitals Saturday afternoon with a narrow victory. Can the Canadiens, Wild and Flames do the same on Sunday?

American Pharoah Kentucky Derby

Watch the full replay of American Pharoah's Kentucky Derby win.

American Pharoah Triple Crown

There's always a Kentucky Derby winner, which means there's always a Triple Crown hopeful leading up to the Preakness. American Pharoah is that horse in 2015.

Preakness winners

Here is a list of the past winning horses and jockeys of the Preakness Stakes.

Preakness time TV schedule

The 140th running of the Preakness Stakes will be held on Saturday, May 16 at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore. Post time is approximately 6:14 p.m. ET.

Triple Crown winners

Only 11 horses have captured American horse racing's most coveted prize. Is this the year a 12th is added to the list?

Kentucky Derby TV information

The 141st running of the Kentucky Derby will be broadcast live on NBC and streamed live on NBC Sports Live Extra.

Kentucky Derby time

The 141st running of the Kentucky Derby will be held Saturday, May 2, at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky. Post time is approximately 6:40 p.m. ET.

NHL odds, betting lines and totals — Caps look to build off buzzer-beater in Game 2 vs. Rangers

As a nice appetizer for the main courses of one of the biggest sports betting days of the year, the Rangers are significant favorites to bounce back in Game 2 vs. the Caps.

Wes Welker's horse Undrafted

Wes Welker is back at the Kentucky Derby. This should be fun.

El Kabeir scratched

A second horse has been scratched from Saturday's Kentucky Derby.

Best Kentucky Derby's

The Kentucky Derby is often unpredictable. The 20-horse field and longer, 1 1/4 mile distance make it that way. The best horse doesn't always win.

NHL playoff betting lines

The final two NHL conference semifinals kick off Friday night, and oddsmakers expect these two matchups to be a little tighter than the ones that have already begun.

Kentucky Derby post draw

Nobody wants to start along the rail in the Kentucky Derby. That's what conventional wisdom says, anyway.

Stanford scratched Kentucky Derby

Todd Pletcher is down to three horses for Saturday's Kentucky Derby.

NHL betting lines

Here is a bettor's preview for the second-round series that start Thursday — Capitals vs. Rangers and Flames vs. Ducks — including series prices and Game 1 lines.

American Pharoah name misspelling

There are a lot of rules to follow when naming a horse, but spelling is not necessarily one of them.

Kentucky Derby post position draw

In the 20-horse Kentucky Derby, post position can mean everything.

Kentucky Derby 2015 field

A rundown of 10 horses who figure to contend at the 141st Kentucky Derby.

Lightning a big favorite in Game 7 vs. Red Wings

Kentucky Derby post draw

The post position draw for the 2015 Kentucky Derby will be held at 5:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday, April 29. It will be broadcast live on NBC Sports Network and streamed on the NBC Sports Live Extra app.

NHL betting lines

The Red Wings in a Game 7 is nothing new. But in the Eastern Conference and against the Lightning? Detroit comes into Tampa Bay as substantial underdogs.

NHL betting lines

There's nothing quite like a Game 7 on the ice, and the Islanders are in D.C. on Monday night to settle what's been a dead-even series with the Capitals.

Derby horse used in boxing promotion

If you didn't think the Kentucky Derby and fight between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao on May 2 shared anything besides the same date, you must not have faith in the creativity of promoters. Because they've found a way to tie the events together.

NHL playoff betting lines

It would be something if this story the Senators have been writing over the last few months wound up including a chapter about winning a series they once trailed 3-0, wouldn't it? Their game against the Canadiens is one of two Game 6's on Sunday's NHL slate.

Recruiting video commitment

Plenty of recruits flip their commitments before signing a letter of intent, but flipping before even announcing a decision may be a new one. Thanks to a pre-recorded interview and a change of heart, Robert Washington has done it.

NHL playoff betting lines

The Islanders aren't just playing to keep their season alive Saturday. It could be their last game in Nassau Coliseum. How's that for do-or-die?

NHL betting lines

The Blues played with a sense of desperation in Games 2 and 4 against the Wild. St. Louis will have to show up at home to avoid going down 3-2.

J.J. Watt dance

When J.J. Watt shows his lighter side, as he often does, it's hard not to smile, laugh and take him a little less seriously — especially when he twists, shouts and backs it up with a fellow fan after a Rockets win at Toyota Center.

Yunel escobar slide

Yunel Escobar would have been safe at home regardless of how fast he got around the bases or how he crossed the plate.

Brooks Orpik hit with beer

There are two ways to get doused in beer following a win. It can be in celebration, or it can be in frustration.

NHL playoff betting

In Tuesday's NHL playoff action, three road teams try to even their respective series at 2-2, while the Lightning and Red Wings play Game 3 in Detroit.

Woman hit in head with foul ball

A woman took a foul ball off the back of the head as she passed through the first row of Pittsburgh's PNC Park on Monday night.

NHL playoff betting

In one of three games set for Monday, playoff hockey returns to Winnipeg for the first time in almost 20 years. And man, are they excited.

Sunday's NHL playoff odds and betting lines — Ottawa in must-win mode, Darling starts for Chicago

Get ready for a marathon day of hockey betting.

Saturday NHL odds

Thursday night, the Lightning fell at home for just the ninth time this season, while the Wild continued a torrid road stretch. After Saturday, each team will have played two games in the first round, and nobody wants to drop a pair on home ice.

NHL playoff odds, betting lines and totals – Three favorites look to even series

A bone has been broken and hostile words have been exchanged, so the NHL playoffs are officially underway. The postseason continues with a quartet of Games 2s on Friday.

Kentucky Derby

Bob Baffert's American Pharoah ran away with the Arkansas Derby, but what other 3-year-old horses have shined in the races before the Kentucky Derby?

NHL playoff odds

Here are odds, totals and a bettor's breakdown for Game 1 of the Stanley Cup playoff series that get underway on Thursday.

Kentucky Derby records

Secretariat is the first horse that comes to mind when listing Kentucky Derby records. But what are some other Kentucky Derby records held by horses, jockeys and trainers?

Kentucky Derby time and TV schedule

An early look at Kentucky Derby times and NBC's TV coverage schedule.

Kentucky Derby winners

Many remember California Chrome in 2014 and have heard about Secretariat's legendary 1973, but what about the other 138 Kentucky Derby winners?

Dale Jr. softball game

If you want to see Dale Earnhardt, Jr., and Joey Logano go head-to-head next week, you don't have to venture to a track. They'll be facing off on a softball field in Trenton, N.J., on April 21 in the third-annual Dover vs. Pocono Celebrity Softball Game.

NHL playoff betting breakdown

Here's a betting breakdown for the eight first-round series of the Stanley Cup playoffs.

First-round series prices

Here's a betting breakdown for the eight first-round series of the Stanley Cup playoffs.

Rangers' injuries

The Rangers made baseball history in 2014 by using 64 players, the most in a season. They led the majors with 2,116 days with players on the disabled list.

Angel Pagan and Derek Norris

We had a good old-fashioned batter-catcher exchange in San Diego last night, but with a new wrinkle. It centered around a piece of gum.

Lorenzo Cain

It's no secret that Lorenzo Cain can cover just about everything in Kauffman Stadium's spacious center field. But don't sleep on Chicago's Adam Eaton, either.

Halak soft goal

The Islanders have struggled mightily over the last month, and Jaroslav's Halak costly gaffe with two seconds left on Tuesday night represented that.

Masters opening round pairings

The Masters is drawing closer, as pairings for the opening two rounds were released Tuesday.

Tigers Woods par 3

Bubba Watson

Bubba Watson is a fan favorite among golf enthusiasts, but his peers on the PGA Tour feel differently about the two-time Masters champion.