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January Pick, April Parade: How SportsGrid Nailed Michigan’s Title 3 Months Early

NHL Best Bets Today: Expert April 13 Picks & Tonight's Top Value

With Zach Charbonnet injured and other needs, should Seattle use their first-round pick on a running back? Jadarian Price could be an intriguing option.

Should the Seahawks Draft a Running Back in Round One?

2026 NFL draft tactics: Best Player Available vs. Team Needs. How will the Dallas Cowboys and Cleveland Browns ultimately decide their 1st round direction?

2026 NFL Draft Strategy: Best Player vs. Team Needs Explained

Kevin Walsh and Joe Lisi discuss a potential A.J. Brown trade, advising against intra-conference rivals, and refining draft tactics for a competitive edge.

A.J. Brown Trade Rumors & Eagles' 1st Round Draft Strategy

The Bears and Bills may select a defensive lineman in the NFL Draft's first round, matching coaching strategies with player profiles and positional value.

NFL Draft Strategy: Bears and Bills Eye Defensive Line

Kevin Walsh and Joe Lisi discuss elite college football prospects, focusing on KC Concepcion's versatility and Makai Lemon's top route-running skills.

Top 2026 NFL Draft Prospects: Who's the 2nd WR Taken?

Kevin Walsh and Joe Lisi discuss Kenyon Sadiq's rise as the draft's top TE and his fit for Carolina at pick 19, evaluating his standing among NFL peers.

Kenyon Sadiq's Draft Prospects and Fit with Carolina

HEADLINES

LATEST VIDEOS

Kevin Walsh and Joe Lisi debate whether the Las Vegas Raiders should start rookie Fernando Mendoza immediately or have him learn under veteran Kirk Cousins.

Debating Kirk Cousins vs. Fernando Mendoza for Week 1 Starter

Mike Vrabel skips pre-draft press amid scandal, casting doubt on his integrity and links to Dianna Russini. Carton discusses the latest from the drama.

Mike Vrabel's Controversial No-Show at Pre-Draft Press Conference

Speculation grows over A.J. Brown's future with the Eagles, as tensions and drafts hint at potential exit after June 1. Kevin Walsh joins to give his thoughts.

Is A.J. Brown Leaving the Eagles in the Offseason?

2026 NFL Draft: Mel Kiper's Latest Top 10 Cornerback Rankings

Facing the Angels, the Yankees flounder, stymied by pitching. Tonight's game with Kikuchi pitching spells more challenges. Jared Hochman previews the matchup.

Yankees Look for Bounce Back As Angels Visit New York

What Has the Marlins Off to Such a Strong Start?

The Los Angeles Angels found their stride in each of their wins against the Cincinnati Reds over the weekend, looking to translate that momentum into a lengthy four-game series on the road against the New York Yankees.

Angels Series Preview at Yankees: Where to watch, Game details, Injury Report & Odds

The Yankees clash with the Angels amidst a scoring drought in a challenging series. Both them and the Mets are looking to snap five-game losing streaks.

MLB Monday Preview: Yankees & Mets Look to End Losing Skids

Orlando's rocky form meets a Philly team without Embiid. As predictions tilt towards Sixers, anticipation grows for the game. Gilbert McGregor breaks it down!

Orlando vs. Philadelphia: Game Analysis and Predictions

Miami Heat faces a challenging season, while Charlotte Hornets appear promising. Gilbert McGregor joins the show to break down the play-in game matchup.

Heat Face Tall Task vs. Surging Hornets in Play-In Showdown

Gilbert McGregor previews a vital Western Conference showdown, the favored Clippers face the Warriors, with stars Leonard and Curry pivotal to the result.

Warriors vs. Clippers: Playoff Hopes & Key Players' Impact

Gilbert McGregor previews the Suns facing the Trail Blazers in a crucial play-in game. A win sends them to San Antonio, while a loss takes them to Oklahoma.

Play-In Game Preview: Portland Trail Blazers vs. Phoenix Suns

ANAHEIM - The Vancouver Canucks defeated the Anaheim Ducks, 4-3, on April 12th, 2026 at Honda Center and TST photographer Jon Bryan was there to capture the following photos.

TST Images: Canucks defeat Ducks 4-3 at Honda Center

The Anaheim Ducks lost in overtime against the lowly Vancouver Canucks, costing them a chance at clinching their first playoff berth in eight years.

Ducks lose in overtime, will have to wait to clinch playoffs

Dan Sileo and Cam Stewart break down the Stanley Cup Playoff picture with a focus on the Red Wings, examining their decade-long absence and team dynamics.

Stanley Cup Playoff Discussion: Red Wings' Playoff Drought

The Pioneers rally to defeat Wisconsin 2-1 and capture their third Frozen Four championship in five years.

Dynasty in Denver

A sense of competition has pervaded the Bruins’ first handful of spring practices this year.

UCLA players embracing competitive spring practices

Kevin Rorke joins Dan Sileo to discuss how federal oversight of college sports is intensifying, focusing on NIL, athlete education, and integrity concerns.

Debating Federal Involvement in College Sports NIL

Bobby Carpenter and Steele Chambers explain how the 5-year eligibility and one-time transfer rule impacts athletes seeking NIL deals. Is this sustainable?

Impact of 5-Year Eligibility on College Athletes & NIL

Bobby Carpenter and Bill Bender break down the latest NCAA rule changes regarding the portal, with a one-time transfer cap and extended eligibility post-injury.

Examining NCAA's New Eligibility and Transfer Rules

NCAAF

The stars of perhaps the two top basketball programs in modern college basketball history took home the award named for the man who set the gold standard of winning in the sport.

Duke's Boozer, UConn's Strong win Wooden Award

J.P. Estrella, a top big man recruit, has committed to Michigan, enhancing the Wolverines' impressive roster. Donnie and Joe discuss his overall impact.

Michigan Reloads with Tennessee Transfer J.P. Estrella

Kiyan Anthony, Carmelo's son, plays basketball at Syracuse, shouldering hefty expectations to match his father's legacy. He will play under Gerry McNamara.

Kiyan Anthony Opts to Stay at Syracuse, Play for Gerry McNamara

Michigan vs. UConn's intense game drew a huge crowd, highlighting how game scheduling impacts TV ratings. Donnie and Joe discuss the ratings from the game.

Big Ratings for Michigan vs .UConn Game Despite Late Start

NCAAB

Rory McIlroy wins his second consecutive Masters, a feat last achieved by Tiger Woods in 2001-2002. McIlroy edged out Scottie Scheffler in a tight contest.

Rory McIlroy Clinches Back-to-Back Wins at The Masters

With most of the core players from last year&rsquo;s championship-winning Las Vegas Aces team either back or preparing to return, one of the final dominoes has now fallen into place.

Aces all but complete return of championship core

LOS ANGELES -- The Sparks continue to round out their roster.

Sparks sign Cannon to vet minimum, Vanloo to training camp deal

The Las Vegas Aces have been all about preserving their core so far this offseason, and the decision to do so has lead to a historic occurrence for the WNBA.

Jackie Young reacts to historic moment with Aces signing

Even After Tough Outing From Cabrera, Rotation Has Been Cubs’ Bright Spot

SAN DIEGO &nbsp;&ndash; The San Diego Padres defeated the Colorado Rockies, 7-2, at Petco Park on April 12, 2026.

TST Images: Padres defeat Rockies, 7-2, at Petco Park

LOS ANGELES - The Texas Rangers defeat the Los Angeles Dodgers, 5-2, on April 12, 2026 at Dodger Stadium and TST photographer Ric Tapia was there to capture the following photos.

TST Images: Rangers defeat Dodgers, 5-2, at Dodger Stadium

When the Los Angeles Angels needed him most, Jos&eacute; Soriano delivered once again.

Soriano tosses second straight 10-K gem to secure series against Reds

The San Diego Padres continued to flex, as they matched their season high with three home runs to sweep the Colorado Rockies with a 7-2 win on Sunday afternoon at Petco Park.Ty France knocked a trio of hits, including a double and his first home run of the season while scoring three times, and Manny Machado drove in a pair of runs as the Padres (10-6) extended their winning streak to five games and swept the four-game series with Colorado (6-10). Since their opening homestand, San Diego has won eight of their last 10 games.

Padres continue power surge, complete four-game series sweep of Rockies

LOS ANGELES &ndash; The sweep was there for the taking on a sun-splashed Sunday afternoon at Dodger Stadium.

Roki Sasaki grinds through four, Dodgers fall to Rangers

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2026 NFL Draft: Mel Kiper's Latest Top 10 Wide Receiver Rankings

NFL Draft: ESPN's Top 3 Needs for All 32 Teams, Perfect Day 2 Fit

ESPN's Top 41 NFL Draft Prospects | Latest Rankings, Combine Results

ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. Picks Superteam Formed of Top Prospects Ahead of 2026 NFL Draft

April's sports lineup is loaded! From offseason action to the eagerly awaited NFL draft, Donnie and Joe Raineri discuss the updated predictive markets.

NFL Draft Odds: Updated Jeremiyah Love & Ty Simpson Markets

Arvel Reese has a 31% chance of being the No. 3 NFL draft pick, with trade rumors suggesting a move to No. 2. Donnie and Joe break down some top picks.

Speculating on the Top NFL Draft Picks and Trade Options

Ty Simpson's NFL Draft outlook: Lions, Chargers, and Bears top contenders for the young quarterback. Donnie and Joe break down where he could end up going.

Exploring Ty Simpson's Draft Potential and Team Fit

Rumors hint at Aaron Rodgers possibly retiring by the start of the regular season, with the Steelers relying on him and sidestepping other veteran QB signings.

Will Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers Retire Before Next Season?

Debate heats up over NFL Draft's 2nd pick among Reese, Bain, Bailey. Performance vs. physical stats scrutinized by experts. Bill Bender joins to break it down.

NFL Draft Speculation: Who Will Be the 2nd Overall Pick?

Analyzing Super Bowl 60 bets: Key insights on Patriots' tactics, MVP forecasts, and result predictions from latest stats. Kevin and Joe give their prop picks.

Super Bowl LX Betting: Patriots vs. Seahawks Analysis

Super Bowl MVP Favorites: Sam Darnold, Drake Maye, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba are central to their teams' offensive strategies. Will the award go to a sleeper?

Super Bowl MVP Favorites: Darnold, Maye, JSN, Walker

Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Stefon Diggs exhibit important roles for their teams, with both serving as the number one receiver for Sam Darnold and Drake Maye.

Analyzing Jaxon Smith Njigba & Stefon Diggs’ Season Impact

Dan Sileo and Rohi Ponnaiya discuss potential NFL draft trade-downs, detailing how teams gauge player value and strategic fit to maximize their selections.

NFL Draft Strategy: Trend Towards Trade-Down Decisions

The Department of Justice probes NFL media rules, irking fans managing several streaming services. Dan Sileo and Michael McCarthy discuss the investigation.

DOJ Targets NFL: Fans, Cable Bills & Game Streaming

The Athletic investigates NFL reporter Dianna Russini after images surface with Patriots' coach Mike Vrabel. Dan and Michael McCarthy discuss the fallout.

Investigation Launched on NFL Reporter Dianna Russini

Dianna Russini is accused of having a relationship with Mike Vrabel, impacting her credibility and raising questions about journalistic integrity in sports.

NFL and Journalistic Integrity Questioned Amid Scandal

LOS ANGELES -- Buried among all the Hello Kitty night madness, yes, there is a Dodger game tonight.

Series Preview: Dodgers finish off homestand against struggling Mets

Carter Stewart Jr.’s Unorthodox Path Is Finally Paying Off

Roster Construction Issues on Full Display During Red Sox’s Slow Start

So Far, So Good for the Blue Jays’ Next Great Bullpen Piece

Explore MLB trade prospects and player performances, including potential moves for Christian Walker from Houston, plus insights on other top athletes.

Predictions on MLB Trades & Player Performance 2026

The New York Yankees top American League favorites with a 20% lead over the Mariners and Tigers, trailed by the Tampa Bay Rays &amp;amp; Boston as key contenders.

American League Favorites & Surprises: Yankees Lead at 20%

2026 National League Central odds: The Brewers sit as the favorites, the Cubs as the dark horse. Donnie Rightside and Craig Mish give a full market analysis.

2026 NL Central Predictions: Surprising Odds & Tips

Experts are skeptical about Aaron Judge repeating as MVP with Bobby Witt and Yordan Alvarez excelling in the AL. Check it out as Tom Vecchio breaks it down!

Analyzing Aaron Judge's Chances in American League MVP Race

Best MLB Bets Monday, April 13: Today’s Predictions, Picks & Props

Yankees vs. Giants: Best Bets for MLB Opening Night on Netflix

Matt and Joe break down 2026 Fantasy Baseball sleeper outfielders! Find top picks, strategies, and insights on hidden gem Seiya Suzuki and emerging stars.

2026 Fantasy Baseball: Top Outfield Targets & Sleepers

Expert breakdown of baseball prospects Tyler Soderstrom, Michael Busch, and others. Discussing their potential impact and draft strategy for fantasy sports.

Analyzing Top Baseball Prospects and Their Draft Value

Texas Rangers, with home field and a robust offense, prepare to face Sacramento Athletics, tipped as favorites to win. Donnie and Joe preview the action.

Texas Rangers Favored Over Athletics for Monday Night's Clash

Boston Red Sox (60% win) vs. Minnesota Twins! Bet $100, win $162. Key players &amp;amp; tips included. Donnie and Joe preview the action ahead of Monday night.

Boston vs. Minnesota MLB Matchup: Predictions & Betting Tips

After being swept by the Athletics, the Mets now confront the Dodgers, sparking worries about their form and betting totals. Tom Vecchio joins to preview.

Mets Face Harsher Challenge Against Dodgers After Sweep from A's

Angels vs. Yankees: Aaron Judge and Paul Goldschmidt ready for lefty Kikuchi in a crucial game. Donnie and Joe preview Monday night's crucial showdown.

Angels vs. Yankees Showdown: Key Players & Predictions

LOS ANGELES &mdash; The playoff picture is set, but for the Los Angeles Lakers, the outlook is anything but familiar.

Lakers enter playoffs as rare home underdog amid injury concerns

The Lakers closed the season in style, crushing the Jazz 131–107 and locking in the No. 4 seed—with Bronny James stepping onto the court alongside his legendary father.

Austin Reaves left hanging by Bronny James in awkward 4th quarter moment

LOS ANGELES&ndash; The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Utah Jazz, 131-107, at Crypto Arena on April 12th, 2026 and The Sporting Tribune&rsquo;s Jessica Cryderman was there to capture the following TST Images.

TST Images: Lakers defeat Jazz, 131-107, in Los Angeles

Still the longest active streak in the NBA and fourth longest in the league’s history, the Clippers miraculously managed to secure their spot as the No. 9 seed in the SoFi Play-In Tournament.

Los Angeles Clippers collect 15th consecutive winning season with play-in preview victory over the Golden State Warriors

Oklahoma City tops the Western Conference with a 58% rate, followed by the Spurs at 25% and a strong Denver at 17%. Donnie and Joe break down the market.

Outlook on NBA Western Conference: OKC & Denver Sit at the Top

The Boston Celtics top the Eastern Conference odds, with Cleveland and Detroit trailing. Cavs eye pivotal upcoming games, facing a smoother path ahead.

Eastern Conference Finals Predictions: Boston Leads

The NBA Coach of the Year race intensifies: Joe Muzzulla &amp;amp; Mitch Johnson are the top two candidates, propelling their teams to new heights. JY likes Mazzulla.

Analyzing Top Candidates for 2026 NBA Coach of the Year

Kevin Walsh and Coach James Young break down the NBA Rookie of the Year race with Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel, both making major impacts on their teams.

Rookie of the Year Battle: Flagg vs. Knueppel Analysis

Best NBA Bets Friday, April 10: Tonight's Predictions, Picks & Props

Best NBA Bets Monday, March 16: Tonight's Prediction, Picks & Props

Four NBA player prop picks for March 6: LaMelo Ball Over 7.5 assists (+110) with 60% L5 form, Kon Knueppel Under 19.5 points, Jerami Grant Over 19.5 points (80% L5), and Donovan Clingan Under 2.5 assists in Heat-Hornets and Blazers-Rockets.

Top NBA Player Prop Picks to Target for Friday, March 6

Four NBA player prop picks for Thursday, March 5: De'Aaron Fox Under 16.5 (4-1 under in L5, 15.7 PPG on B2B first games), Cade Cunningham Under 26.5 (0-2 vs Spurs this season averaging 20.5 PPG), Kevin Durant Over 5.5 Rebounds against a shorthanded Warriors squad, and Gui Santos Under 12.5 against Houston (0-9 career vs Rockets, actual PPG without both stars sits under the line).

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