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Cowboys sign former Knight Lawrence to $20.2 million contract
Malachi Lawrence was the 23rd overall NFL draft pick out of UCF in April and is slated to play outside linebacker for Dallas.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Jun 05 2026

Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series arrives in St. Pete
Some of the best divers in the world are in Tampa Bay to dive off the St. Pete Pier during the three-day event that started Thursday.

Source: Michael Epps
Friday, Jun 05 2026

Yankees star Aaron Judge sidelined indefinitely with rib stress fracture
The three-time AL MVP was out of the lineup earlier in the day for a third straight game.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, Jun 05 2026

SoFi Stadium workers threaten to strike ahead of World Cup
The union representing thousands of cooks, dishwashers and more said that contract negotiations have stalled.

Source: Spectrum News Staff, Jas Kang
Thursday, Jun 04 2026

Athletes Unlimited Softball League's latest investment group includes Brewers owner Mark Attanasio
AUSL announced on Thursday a new group of strategic investors that was led by the Brewers and Ryan Sanders Baseball.

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Jun 04 2026

Lightning coach Cooper creates a room for families that need it the most
Jon Cooper's annual fishing tournament helped fund the family lounge at Muma's Children's Hospital.

Source: Katherine Smith
Thursday, Jun 04 2026

St. Louis will host 2028 Olympic Marathon trials
The event will begin at Francis Olympic Field, which hosted the 1904 Games in St. Louis.

Source: Gregg Palermo
Thursday, Jun 04 2026

WR Christian Watson signs contract extension with Packers
The deal was confirmed by the Packers on Thursday afternoon.

Source: Rachel Ryan
Thursday, Jun 04 2026

To run or not to run: the Triple Crown conundrum
Since 2019, more often than not, the Kentucky Derby winner skips the Preakness Stakes.

Source: Jackson Wang
Thursday, Jun 04 2026

Trump says he'll attend NBA Finals game in New York to root for his hometown Knicks
The NBA believes it would make him the first sitting president to attend an NBA Finals game.

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, Jun 04 2026

Troy Melton and Dillon Dingler help the Tigers complete a sweep of the Rays after 7-2 victory
Detroit sweeps Tampa Bay after 7-2 victory

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Jun 03 2026

Bolts' Jon Cooper wins Jack Adams Award as top coach
Cooper is the second coach in franchise history to win the Jack Adams Award, joining John Tortorella in 2004.

Source: Spectrum News Staff
Wednesday, Jun 03 2026

Nick Saban lends support to college sports bill as SEC, Big Ten push back
The Senate Commerce Committee held a hearing Wednesday as lawmakers push for legislation aimed at overhauling a college sports system.

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Jun 03 2026

Arrest warrant issued for 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk for misdemeanor speeding charge
Aiyuk posted an apology a few days after the video that appeared to show him driving well over the posted speed limit of 40 mph.

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Jun 03 2026

Falcons Star WR Drake London Agrees to $141m Deal
The four-year, $141 million contract extension makes him one of the NFL’s highest-paid wide receivers

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, Jun 03 2026

Belmont Stakes Racing Festival underway at Saratoga
Racing began Wednesday with seven stakes races; six were for New York-bred horses.

Source: Jackson Wang
Wednesday, Jun 03 2026

Chris Godwin welcomes the veteran role in Bucs wide receiver room
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Jalen McMillan called Godwin "Unc" last week at OTA's. Godwin said he takes it as a compliment, being an NFL vet.

Source: Michael Epps
Wednesday, Jun 03 2026

Horizon tight end Davien Bradley is working toward a bigger role in his junior year
Davien Bradley has only been playing football for two years now. He's looking for a breakout junior season this fall.

Source: Thomas Cook
Wednesday, Jun 03 2026

Torres, Pérez and Greene go deep as Tigers beat Rays 8-0
Tigers beat the Rays, 8-0

Source: Meteorologist Mary Wasson
Tuesday, Jun 02 2026

US trains for World Cup at new $250 million, 200-acre, 19-field complex south of Atlanta
The new training center is a big improvement for the United States Men's National Team

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Jun 02 2026

NHL’s Dallas Stars plan to move to the suburbs in 5 years, with the NBA’s Mavs also leaving downtown then
The leases at the American Airlines Center for both teams expire in 2031.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, Jun 02 2026

Magic make it official, announce hiring of Spurs' Sweeney as head coach
Sean Sweeney, the Spurs' associate head coach, will remain with San Antonio through the end of the NBA Finals.

Source: Spectrum Sports Staff
Monday, Jun 01 2026

Tigers hit 5 home runs and hold off Rays 10-9 to halt skid behind Dingler, Carpenter and Greene
Riley Greene was a triple shy of the cycle and the Tigers stopped a four-game skid by holding off the Tampa Bay Rays 10-9.

Source: Associated Press
Monday, Jun 01 2026

Serena Williams is returning to pro tennis at age 44 after nearly 4 years away from the sport
The WTA Tour announces that Williams has accepted a wild-card invitation to play doubles at the upcoming Queen's Club grass-court tournament.

Source: Associated Press
Monday, Jun 01 2026

McClanahan and Aranda power the Rays to a 5-2 victory over the Angels
Shane McClanahan pitched one-run ball for five innings, Jonathan Aranda homered and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Los Angeles Angels 5-2.

Source: Associated Press
Sunday, May 31 2026

Wade Meckler hits his first grand slam to help the Angels rout the Rays 14-3
Tampa Bay lost for just the second time in its last 18 home games.

Source: Associated Press
Saturday, May 30 2026

NWSL scoring leader Banda scores 2 goals in 3-1 Pride win over Bay FC
Barbra Banda scored a pair of goals and added an assist in the Orlando Pride’s 3-1 victory at home over Bay FC.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, May 29 2026

Yandy Díaz hits two home runs as the Rays beat the Angels 8-5
Nick Martinez (5-1) allowed 2 runs and 8 hits in 7 innings to earn the win. The right-hander has allowed 2 runs or less in all 11 starts this season.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, May 29 2026

Magic, Spurs associate head coach Sweeney finalizing deal to make him their head coach, AP source says
Sweeney is a defensive guru, widely considered one of the brightest young coaches in the league on that side of the ball.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, May 29 2026

Rising star Malbec Ramos of Orlando enters Toyota GR Cup Series
The racer says he hopes the step up fuels his dreams of a professional career in motorsports.

Source: Brandon Green
Friday, May 29 2026

UCF, men's basketball coach reach agreement on 3-year contract extension
Johnny Dawkins' deal with the Knights continues through the 2028-29 season.

Source: Spectrum Sports Staff
Friday, May 29 2026

MLB owners propose a salary cap for the first time since baseball's 1994-95 strike
MLB's proposal would cap spending in 2027 at $245.3 million.

Source: Spectrum News Staff, Associated Press
Thursday, May 28 2026

Claude Lemieux, a feisty winger and four-time Stanley Cup champion, dies at 60
He played the bulk of his career with the Canadiens, Devils and Avalanche.

Source: Associated Press
Thursday, May 28 2026

Alexander homers and drives in 6 runs, Henderson has 2 HRs in Orioles’ 11-2 win over Rays
Orioles beat the Rays 11-2

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, May 27 2026

Reyna, Berhalter, Zendejas on U.S. World Cup roster, while Luna and Tessmann left off by Pochettino
Half the roster returns from the last World Cup. Just eight players were taken from Major League Soccer, the fewest since four in 2010.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, May 26 2026

Jax hit by line drive as Rays drop third straight game
Rays starting pitcher Griffin Jax (1-3) was hit by a 107-mph line drive in his back off the bat of Leody Taveras in the second inning

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, May 26 2026

API, Valspar Championship set 2027 dates
The Valspar Championship is moving on the PGA Tour schedule to early May.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, May 26 2026

Hawks Jalen Johnson is All-NBA, Dyson Daniels Makes All-Defensive Team
Johnson made his first All-Star team and led the Hawks to a 46-36 regular season record and the 6th seed in the Eastern Conference

Source: Uche Uwah
Tuesday, May 26 2026

NCAA denies Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby's petition for eligibility reinstatement
University president Lawrence Schovanec wrote in a letter to the Texas Tech community that the school would appeal the ruling.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, May 26 2026

Knicks back in NBA Finals for first time since 1999 after beating Cleveland 130-93 to finish sweep
The Knicks routed the Cleveland Cavaliers 130-93.

Source: Associated Press
Monday, May 25 2026

Cowser hits 2nd game-winning HR in 2 days, giving the Orioles a 9-7 win over the Rays in 13 innings
Baltimore beats Tampa Bay in 13 innings

Source: Associated Press
Monday, May 25 2026

Daniel Suarez wins rain-shortened Coca-Cola 600 after NASCAR honors Kyle Busch
The victory was especially emotional for the Mexican-born driver who previously raced for Kyle Busch Motorsports.

Source: Associated Press
Monday, May 25 2026

Wembanyama scores 33 points to help Spurs rebound and trounce Thunder 103-82 to even West finals
De'Aaron Fox had 12 points, 10 rebounds and five assists for San Antonio, which has not lost three consecutive games all season.

Source: Associated Press
Monday, May 25 2026

Brewers' Misiorowski sets record with 57 100 mph pitches in game since tracking era started in 2008
The 24-year-old right-hander reached 101 mph on 40 of his 96 pitches.

Source: Associated Press
Monday, May 25 2026

Aaron Judge stops 11-game homerless drought, 2-run walk-off homer in 9th lifts Yankees over Rays 2-0
Aaron Judge ended a career-worst 11-game streak with no RBIs by hitting a game-ending, two-run homer off Kevin Kelly in the ninth inning.

Source: Associated Press
Sunday, May 24 2026

Rays place OF Jonny DeLuca on 10-day injured list with strained right hamstring
DeLuca was hurt in the seventh inning during Friday’s 4-2 win over the Yankees when he felt pain hitting an infield single to shortstop.

Source: Associated Press
Sunday, May 24 2026

Kyle Busch died after severe pneumonia progressed into sepsis, family says
The two-time NASCAR champion died Thursday at 41.

Source: Associated Press
Saturday, May 23 2026

Florida coaches weigh in on the approval of the 'Teddy Bridgewater Act'
The law gives coaches the OK to use their personal funds to assist student athletes without fear of punishment.

Source: Brandon Spencer
Saturday, May 23 2026

Knicks move within 1 win of NBA Finals with 121-108 victory over Cavaliers
The Knicks moved within one game of their first NBA Finals appearance since 1999.

Source: Associated Press
Saturday, May 23 2026

Yankees and Rays postponed because of rain forecast, will play doubleheader on Sept. 22
New York has lost three straight games and 10 of 14.

Source: Associated Press
Saturday, May 23 2026

Rays rally past Yankees 4-2 for 16th win in 19 games
The Rays, a big league-best 34-15, opened a 5 1/2-game AL East lead over New York.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, May 22 2026

Boone freshman girls rowing team heading to nationals after finishing top 3 at states
The national championships are in Tennessee this weekend.

Source: Thomas Cook
Friday, May 22 2026

NBA All-Rookie 1st team: Flagg, Knueppel, Edgecombe, Harper and Coward
Those five players were also the only ones to get votes in the Rookie of the Year balloting, where Flagg edged Knueppel for top honors.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, May 22 2026

LeBron’s future: What’s next for the King, Luka’s MVP finish, and Austin Reaves’ monster deal
The "Lakeshow" hosts discuss the latest on LBJ’s future, his timetable for a decision, and what will factor into his choice.

Source: Spectrum SportsNet Staff
Thursday, May 21 2026

Knicks move 2 wins from the NBA Finals with victory over Cavs
The New York Knicks moved halfway to their first NBA Finals appearance since 1999 by beating the Cleveland Cavaliers 109-93.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, May 22 2026

In 5-2 vote, Hillsborough commissioners approve Rays stadium proposal
This week marks an important moment in the ongoing saga of the Rays as crucial votes help determine the future of the team's presence in Tampa.

Source: Jason Lanning
Wednesday, May 20 2026

Making Progress: USF offers update of on-campus stadium build
In 427 days, the Bulls will be playing at the stadium and hosting Louisville, if all goes according to plan.

Source: Spectrum News Staff
Wednesday, May 20 2026

Tampa natives' bachelor party game turns into moment to shine on ESPN
Nick Pletcher discovered a game called "Soap Hockey" to play at his bachelor party, eventually getting it on national television.

Source: Spectrum News Staff
Wednesday, May 20 2026

'Tarps Off' trend sweeps baseball world
At ballparks all across the country, groups of largely young men are joining in on the “Tarps Off” trend

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, May 20 2026

Rays score 4 in eighth inning, finish sweep of Orioles
Tampa Bay moved to 9-0 against AL East opponents at home this season.

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, May 20 2026

Mavericks president Masai Ujiri says it was his decision to remove Jason Kidd as coach
A day after the Mavericks announced Kidd’s departure, Ujiri said Wednesday he felt like the organization needed a clean slate.

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, May 20 2026

Aaron Rodgers says 2026 NFL season will be his last
The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback is entering his 22nd season.

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, May 20 2026

Yandy Díaz homers, leads Rays to 4-1 win over Orioles
Yandy Díaz homers, leads Rays to 4-1 win over Orioles

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, May 19 2026

Bethune-Cookman repeats as SWAC baseball regular season champions
The Wildcats won a program record 37 games this season and repeated as the SWAC regular season champions.

Source: Brandon Green
Tuesday, May 19 2026

Jason Kidd is out as Dallas Mavericks coach, team says
Kidd has served as the Mavericks' head coach since 2021.

Source: Spectrum News Staff
Tuesday, May 19 2026

Wemby's night: 41 points, 24 rebounds, and a 1-0 lead in the Western Conference finals
Wembanyama carried the Spurs to a 122-115 double-overtime win over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, May 19 2026

NAACP calls for boycott of Southern college sports programs over voting rights
If Black athletes participate in the boycott, it could deplete rosters for powerhouse football and basketball programs across the SEC and ACC.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, May 19 2026

Yandy Díaz and Junior Caminero each drive in 4 runs as Rays bash Orioles 16-6
Díaz and Caminero lead Rays past Orioles, 16-6

Source: Associated Press
Monday, May 18 2026

Pelicans hire former Magic coach Mosley to lead their rebuild
Mosley won the job over interim coach James Borrego, retired NBA player Rajon Rondo, Nets assistant Steve Hetzel and former Lakers coach Darvin Ham.

Source: Spectrum News Staff, Associated Press
Monday, May 18 2026

U.K. Mets fan goes viral for home run social media challenge
New York Mets fan Adam Bayatti has gone viral on social media for challenging himself to run a mile for every home run the team hits this season.

Source: Jamie Stelter
Monday, May 18 2026

Knicks, Cavaliers open East finals at Madison Square Garden, where they began with high expectations
The Cavaliers and Knicks will be back under the same bright lights of Madison Square Garden where they began the season Tuesday

Source: Spectrum News Staff, Associated Press
Monday, May 18 2026

Texas Tech's Sorsby, after acknowledging gambling, asks court for injunction to restore eligibility
His lawsuit in Lubbock County, Texas, asks for an injunction that would allow him to practice and play for the Red Raiders.

Source: Associated Press
Monday, May 18 2026

Rays top Marlins 6-3; become first AL team to 30 wins
Junior Caminero and Yandy Díaz both homered in the game.

Source: Associated Press
Sunday, May 17 2026

Jay Fortune’s late goal helps Atlanta United earn 1-1 draw with Orlando City
Defender Griffin Dorsey put Orlando City up 1-0 when he took passes from Iván Angulo and Martín Ojeda in the 18th minute.

Source: Associated Press
Saturday, May 16 2026

Marlins score 8 runs in 10th inning to top Rays 10-5
Liam Hicks had a two-run RBI single in an eight-run 10th inning and the Miami Marlins ended the Tampa Bay Rays’ 11-game home winning streak.

Source: Associated Press
Saturday, May 16 2026

Handball novices train to play for U.S. women's team in Olympics
The last time the United States had a women's handball team at the Games was in 1996.

Source: Associated Press
Saturday, May 16 2026

ACC backs Duke's TV deal with Amazon, calling it innovative despite Big Ten pushback
Amazon and Duke announced an agreement last month for Prime to exclusively air three Blue Devils men’s basketball games in the 2026-27 season.

Source: Associated Press
Saturday, May 16 2026

Mullins homers and has 3 singles to help AL East-leading Rays beat Marlins 7-2
The Tampa Bay Rays beat the Miami Marlins 7-2 on Friday night for their 11th victory in 13 games.

Source: Associated Press
Friday, May 15 2026

Schedule released: Bucs open with pair of matchups against Ohio foes
The Buccaneers have an early three-game homestand, a middle-of-the-season bye week and a pair of visits from Los Angeles teams down the home stretch.

Source: Spectrum News Staff
Thursday, May 14 2026

Rays, area officials speak on new stadium; commissioner says project won't raise taxes
Rays CEO Ken Babby, Hillsborough County Commissioner Chairman Ken Hagan and Tampa Mayor Jane Castor attended the news conference at Tampa City Hall.

Source: Spectrum News Staff
Friday, May 15 2026

UCF baseball looks to cap off regular season with over 30 wins, powered by local bats
UCF baseball is looking to get back to the NCAA Tournament for the second time in three years.

Source: Thomas Cook
Friday, May 15 2026

Rays, Hillsborough County agree to preliminary terms on new stadium
A county commissioner confirmed that a memo of understanding is in place, but said the MOU has "severe material deficiencies.

Source: Spectrum News Staff
Thursday, May 14 2026

NBA fan goes to all 30 Arenas in 31 days
YouTuber Justin Leusner went to every NBA arena in 31 days, he stopped by the Kia Center to watch the Magic against the Cavaliers.

Source: Brandon Green
Thursday, May 14 2026

Emeka Egbuka volunteers at USAA's 'Huddle Up for Hurricane Prep' event
Hurricane season is right around the corner and it's never too early to get prepared — that is the message from a Tampa Bay Buccaneers star player.

Source: Michael Epps
Wednesday, May 13 2026

Varsho hits grand slam in 10th to lift Blue Jays past Rays, 5-3
The Rays matched their season high by walking 10.

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, May 13 2026

Florida attorney general issues investigative subpoena to the NFL over the Rooney Rule
James Uthmeier commended the NFL for altering the Rooney Rule website language after his initial letter but said the revisions raise more questions.

Source: Associated Press
Wednesday, May 13 2026

Rays beat Blue Jays 7-6 for 16th win in last 18 games
Rays beat Blue Jays 7-6 for 16th win in last 18 games

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, May 12 2026

Bucs, NFL schedules to be unveiled Thursday night
The NFL schedule release will reveal exact dates, times, and prime-time games for the 18-week season, totaling 272 games across 32 franchises.

Source: Spectrum News Staff
Tuesday, May 12 2026

The First Academy senior pitcher turns major injury into a comeback story
Ty Arafet had Tommy Johns surgery about a year ago, but returned strong.

Source: Brandon Green
Tuesday, May 12 2026

Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke dies at 29
Neither the Grizzlies nor Clarke's agency, Priority Sports, provided any details Tuesday about when, where or how he died.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, May 12 2026

Jason Collins, NBA's first openly gay player, dies at 47 of brain tumor
Collins spent 13 years as a player in the league for six different franchises.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, May 12 2026

Preakness could soon move later, to 3 weeks after the Kentucky Derby. That might not be enough
Maryland officials are considering changes that could impact the Triple Crown schedule by moving the Preakness Stakes to three weeks after the Derby.

Source: Associated Press
Tuesday, May 12 2026

Aranda homers, drives in three as AL East-leading Rays beat Blue Jays 8-5 for 15th win in 17
Richie Palacios had three hits and three RBIs, Chandler Simpson had three hits, stole two bases and scored three runs.

Source: Associated Press
Monday, May 11 2026

Lakers swept by champion Thunder after 115-110 playoff elimination loss in Game 4
Los Angeles lost six of its final seven playoff games and fell well short of the conference finals for the third straight season.

Source: Spectrum News Staff, Associated Press
Tuesday, May 12 2026

Former Olympic swimmer Lochte, who is from Port Orange, to coach at Missouri State
Ryan Lochte, a former standout at Spruce Creek High and the University of Florida, will be an assistant to coach Dave Collins.

Source: Spectrum Sports Staff, Associated Press
Monday, May 11 2026

Hall of Famer Wade Boggs says he's cancer-free after two-year battle with prostate cancer
Boggs made the announcement Friday night after throwing out a ceremonial first pitch before Boston's game against the Tampa Bay Rays at Fenway Park.

Source: Kyle Hightower
Tuesday, May 12 2026

SEC receives 6 of the top 8 seeds in NCAA softball bracket, including No. 1 Alabama and No. 2 Texas
Texas (42-10) returns pitcher Teagan Kavan, who was the Most Outstanding Player of the Women's College World Series last year.

Source: Associated Press
Monday, May 11 2026

Shane van Gisbergen starts from pole position, Katherine Legge makes season debut at Watkins Glen
Shane van Gisbergen, who won Go Bowling at the Glen last year, once again dominated the 2.45-mile road course in qualifying on Saturday.

Source: Jackson Wang
Sunday, May 10 2026

Junior Caminero hits solo homer and Rays' pitchers continue strong run in 4-1 victory over Red Sox
Tampa Bay won for the 14th time in 16 games after their seven-game winning streak was stopped Friday.

Source: Associated Press
Sunday, May 10 2026

Hurricanes sweep Flyers 3-2 in OT, advance to Eastern Conference finals
Carolina has not lost in eight playoff games.

Source: Spectrum News Staff, Associated Press
Sunday, May 10 2026