New York City, NY

Minneapolis, MN

Mahle gave up three earned runs on seven hits with three strikeouts and two walks in 4.2 innings during Thursday's spring training loss to Tampa Bay. His spring ERA increased to 5.93. His fastball velocity did increase to a 92.1 to 94.6 mph range, however, from his last spring start when he was in the 89-93 mph range.

Twins' Tyler Mahle: Spring struggles continue

Taylor could get more playing time early in the season with manager Rocco Baldelli saying Byron Buxton will primarily be used at DH initially, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports. Taylor, Nick Gordon and Joey Gallo could all be used in center field based on matchups, but Taylor (a former...

Twins' Michael Taylor: Could get more starts early in season

Kansas City, MO

Hernandez has covered five innings without allowing an earned run over three Cactus League appearances. Hernandez has also posted a 6:1 K:BB with just three hits allowed. His workload hasn't been that heavy in the spring, but he's performed well in the limited sample. The 26-year-old right-hander looks set to fill a bullpen role as a multi-inning option this season. He struggled to a 7.39 ERA and 1.84 WHIP over 56 innings last season, but if he carry over his improved control from the spring to the regular season, he should at least enjoy a little more job security.

Royals' Carlos Hernandez: Doing well in spring

Memphis, TN

Bowling Green, OH

Bowling Green campus police are handling an incident in which a punch was thrown between players after a Women's NIT game between Bowling Green and Memphis. The incident occurred after the Falcons beat the Tigers 73-60 in a Round of 16 game. According to the Associated Press, as both teams...

Memphis player charged after punching Bowling Green player in handshake line following Women's NIT matchup

Utah State

Salt Lake City, UT

Parade

The 'Storage Wars' star died Tuesday, March 22.

'Storage Wars' Star Dead at 67

Las Vegas, NV

Smith (lower body) didn't finish Thursday's game versus the Flames and is unlikely to play Saturday versus the Oilers, Ben Gotz of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports. Smith wasn't available in the third period, and it appears he'll miss some time. Paul Cotter is likely to draw into the lineup to cover for Smith on Saturday and perhaps beyond, depending on the severity of the injury.

Golden Knights' Reilly Smith: Suffers lower-body injury

Elmont, NY

Nelson (undisclosed) was injured in the first period of Tuesday's game versus the Maple Leafs, Andrew Gross of Newsday reports. Nelson went down hard in the corner after a hit and needed help to get to the locker room, though he was able to skate off under his own power. An update on the 31-year-old's status should surface before Friday's game in Columbus.

Islanders' Brock Nelson: Exits Tuesday's game

Iowa State

Garza finished with 29 points (11-15 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-5 FT), eight rebounds and seven assists over 36 minutes during Wednesday's 139-131 win over Birmingham. Garza hauled in a team-high rebound total and finished second in assists and scoring while ending up one point shy of the 30-point mark. Garza has averaged 29.2 points, 10.8 rebounds, 4.6 assists and 1.6 blocks over five games with Iowa.

Timberwolves' Luka Garza: Flirts with 30-point game in win

Buffalo, NY

Luukkonen stopped the six shots he faced in relief in Tuesday's 7-3 loss to Nashville. Luukkonen entered the contest in the second period after Craig Anderson surrendered six goals on 20 shots. The Sabres were down 6-1 when Luukkonen entered the game, so he ultimately wasn't charged with the loss. Nashville's final goal was scored on an empty net. The 24-year-old has a 15-11-4 record, 3.59 GAA and .891 save percentage in 31 appearances this season. If nothing else, Tuesday's stint in net was a way for the goaltender to put some distance between him and his disastrous 7-0 loss to Boston on Sunday in which he made just 18 saves.

Sabres' Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen: Makes six saves in relief

Arizona State

Nashville, TN

Daley agreed to terms with the Cardinals on a two-year deal Thursday, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports. Daley started 15 games for the Titans last season while Taylor Lewan was out with a knee injury, and the 26-year-old will now head out west to sign with Arizona. The 2019 sixth-round pick can play both tackle and guard and should provide solid offensive line depth for the Cardinals next season.

Cardinals' Dennis Daley: Headed to Arizona

Tennessee State

Boca Raton, FL

The first bid to the 2023 Final Four will be earned at Madison Square Garden on Saturday evening. The No. 9 seed Florida Atlantic Owls face the No. 3 seed Kansas State Wildcats in the East Regional final. FAU is 34-3 overall this season, including 10 consecutive victories. Kansas State is 26-9 in 2022-23, including wins over Kentucky and Michigan State to advance in the 2023 NCAA Tournament.

Kansas State vs. FAU prediction, odds, time: 2023 NCAA Tournament picks, Elite Eight best bets by proven model

Minnesota transferred Ryan to the G League's Iowa Wolves on Wednesday. Ryan made one appearance during his latest NBA stint, totaling just one rebound in three minutes. He figures to see extended playing time while with Iowa.

Timberwolves' Matt Ryan: Back to G League

One of boxing's budding rivalries will finally be settled in the ring Saturday when super middleweights David Benavidez and Caleb Plant meet in a 12-round main event. The WBC interim super middleweight title is at stake in the headlining bout from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, with the main Plant vs. Benavidez fight card slated for a 9 p.m. ET start. The heat started between the combatants five years ago at a Las Vegas gym when Plant was involved in an altercation involving Benavidez and his brother, former welterweight contender Jose Benavidez Jr. The parties came to blows, but somehow Plant and Benavidez, despite competing in the same weight class, have never agreed to terms on an organized fight until now.

David Benavidez vs. Caleb Plant prediction, odds, time: Boxing expert on 37-10 roll reveals picks for March 25

Pittsburgh, PA

Plawecki was released by the Pirates on Thursday, Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports. The Pirates haven't made an official announcement, but Plawecki's locker was cleaned out after he was informed he wouldn't make the club. The backup catcher job behind Austin Hedges will now go to either Jason Delay or Tyler Heineman.

Kevin Plawecki: Released by Pirates

Kansas State

Cowart signed a contract with the Chiefs on Friday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports. Cowart is now slated to join the reigning Super Bowl champs this upcoming season following Friday's agreement. The 26-year-old spent this previous campaign operating as both a rotational defensive lineman and as a special-teams contributor as a member of the Colts.

Chiefs' Byron Cowart: Finds work in Kansas City

Miranda (shoulder) will start at third base for the Twins during Saturday's Grapefruit League game versus Atlanta, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports. Miranda has been limited to designated hitter and more recently first base duties while coming back from a sore right shoulder, but he's finally ready to test things out from the hot corner. He's slated to see most of his playing time at third base during the regular season, although Miranda could be eased into start there in the early going.

Twins' Jose Miranda: Will start at third base Saturday

Washington, DC

A new potential buyer for the Washington Commanders' franchise has emerged. Steve Apostolopoulos, a billionaire from Canada, has joined the group of potential bidders to purchase the Commanders, according to ESPN. Apostolopoulos recently toured the team's stadium and training facility, according to the report. Apostolopoulos has also been in the...

Commanders sale update: Canadian billionaire joins list of bidders to buy Washington's NFL team, per report

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Mets' Michael Perez: Re-signed by Mets

Perez re-signed with the Mets on a minor-league contract Thursday, Mike Puma of...

Mets' Michael Perez: Re-signed by Mets

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