Cincinnati, OH

Phoenix, AZ

Sewald was not available to pitch Wednesday when Joe Mantiply picked up the save in a 4-3 win over the Reds, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports. Fresh off a six-week stay on the injured list due to an oblique injury, Sewald returned Tuesday and threw 15 pitches in his season debut in a non-save situation. He was then bypassed for a save opportunity Wednesday, as manager Torey Lovullo stuck with Kevin Ginkel, then Mantiply after Ginkel allowed a walk and two singles. The manager is bringing Sewald back at a measured pace.

Diamondbacks' Paul Sewald: Confirmed not available Wednesday

Carroll went 1-for-4 with a walk and an RBI in Thursday's 5-4 win over the Reds. Carroll delivered the go-ahead run on a two-out single in the top of the eighth inning, a half inning after the Reds plated three runs to tie the game. The outfielder returned to the top of the order this week after a season-opening slump dropped him to the lower third in late April. He's worked through the slow start, which he attributed to a flat swing, per Alex Weiner of Arizona Sports. Carroll has a pop-up rate of 15.2 percent on the season, more than double than what it was in 2023 (7.3 percent).

Diamondbacks' Corbin Carroll: Delivers winning run

Saint Louis, MO

St. Louis Cardinals catcher Willson Contreras underwent successful surgery on Wednesday to repair the fractured arm he suffered earlier this week. He was forced to exit Tuesday night's game against the New York Mets (NYM-STL GameTracker) in the second inning after J.D. Martinez's swing caught him on the left forearm. Soon after the Cardinals announced that Contreras had suffered a left arm fracture. After the game, Contreras told reporters that he was informed he would be out at least six to eight weeks.

Willson Contreras injury: Cardinals catcher undergoes surgery on broken arm after being hit by swing vs. Mets

Thompson allowed one hit, permitting two inherited runners to score, over a third of an inning in Thursday's 5-4 win over the Reds. Thompson was called on in a high-leverage spot in the bottom of the seventh inning and lost a battle with Spencer Steer, who fouled off a couple two-strike pitches and delivered a two-run single that knotted the game at 4-4. The blown save was the first of the season for Thompson, who has emerged as a late-game trusted arm for manager Torey Lovullo. The right-hander has a 1.20 ERA, allowing 10 hits and just two walks while striking out 11 over 15 innings.

Diamondbacks' Ryan Thompson: Blows save, but D-backs win

Charlotte, NC

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Tarik Cohen originally joined Carolina last year in September

Panthers release former All-Pro running back, who was attempting NFL comeback

Cleveland, OH

Porter (ankle) won't play in Saturday's Game 3 against the Celtics. Porter will miss his 10th straight game Saturday due to a left ankle sprain. His next chance to suit up is Game 4 on Monday.

Cavaliers' Craig Porter: Another absence coming

Milwaukee, WI

Thanasis been a staple in Milwaukee's sideline celebrations for five seasons

Bucks forward Thanasis Antetokounmpo, older brother of Giannis, suffers torn Achilles tendon, per report

Minneapolis, MN

Gobert tallied six points (3-5 FG, 0-2 FT), four rebounds and one assist over 27 minutes in Friday's 117-90 loss to the Nuggets in Game 3 of the Western Conference Semifinals. Gobert returned in Game 3 after missing the previous contest due to the birth of his child, putting forth a quiet outing in Minnesota's first loss of the postseason. Gobert failed to reach double figures in both points and rebounds, not tallying 10 or more boards for the third time of the postseason while not crossing the double-digit scoring mark for the third time. In order for Minnesota to bounce back in Sunday's Game 4, Gobert will have to put together a much stronger showing than he did Friday in Minneapolis.

Timberwolves' Rudy Gobert: Quiet outing return in Game 3

New York City, NY

Indianapolis, IN

The Pacers, down 2-1 in the series, have now won nine straight at home. The second round of the 2024 NBA playoffs continued on Friday night as the New York Knicks visited the Indiana Pacers for Game 3 of their second-round series at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The Knicks entered having won the first two games of the series.

Pacers vs. Knicks highlights, takeaways: Tyrese Haliburton, Indiana protect home court in Game 3 win

Denver, CO

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Do you wonder what that nasty smell that has been cropping up all over Denver is?. I know. Denver has lots of nasty smells, including urine and feces in the alleys. There also is the unmistakable chemical smell of meth that turns some people’s stomachs. And of course, marijuana lingers in the air Denver-wide.

Opinion: The smell of death in Denver

The Panthers waived Brown (undisclosed) with an injury designation Friday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports. Brown didn't see the field in 2023, and after Carolina added talent at running back in the draft, it has now decided to cut him loose. He'll revert to injured reserve assuming he clears waivers.

Spencer Brown: Leaving Carolina

Kiviranta scored a goal on three shots, added three hits and logged two PIM in Thursday's 5-3 loss to the Stars in Game 2. Kiviranta returned from a three-game absence due to a lower-body injury. His goal sparked the Avalanche's comeback attempt in the third period, but the comeback fell short. The winger has two points, six shots on net, 12 hits and a plus-3 rating through four playoff appearances. He continues to occupy a bottom-six role, so his scoring contributions are likely to remain sparse.

Avalanche's Joel Kiviranta: Scores against former team

Arkansas State

Fayetteville, AR

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The new guy in town regrets the optics. A sterile corner office overlooking Arkansas' Bud Walton Arena is, for now, a muted tribute to what is about to take place. "They've got this a little bit like a dentist's office, so I apologize," John Calipari says,...

John Calipari hits ground running in Arkansas after ugly final chapter at Kentucky that 'sucks'

Los Angeles, CA

UCLA has 10 different players who finished this past season either starting for the Bruins or another school

College basketball rankings: UCLA's rebuilt roster has the Bruins moving up in the way-too-early Top 25 And 1

The New York Knicks are one of the best stories in the NBA playoffs right now. They're up 2-0 in their playoff series against the Indiana Pacers, and look to be on a collision course with the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference Finals. Even with all the injuries the Knicks have dealt with, they've managed to find a way to pull out wins, and that's primarily due to the trio of Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart and Donte DiVincenzo.

Jay Wright opens up on 'Villanova Knicks' and explains why he didn't think Jalen Brunson would be this good

Massachusetts State

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Scituate, MA

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The Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts recently introduced Chewbacca, nicknamed Chewy, who they describe as a funny fella who loves everyone. “This adorable mutt is built like an oversized Shih Tzu and weighs 25 lbs. Since he was found as a stray and never claimed, we don't know much about his past.” Chewy has a personality as unique as his looks. "He is overly friendly with all, dogs included. He can come on a bit strong but in the kindest way. He wants everyone to be his friend!" states the Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts, who is currently caring for Chewy until he finds his forever home.

Reds' Jake Fraley: Returns to lineup

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