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AP Sports Digest
Here are the AP’s top sports stories that have moved or are planned to move today. All times U.S. Eastern. For up-to-the minute information on AP’s coverage, visit AP Newsroom’s Coverage Plan. Sports content can be found at http://newsroom.ap.org/page/APSports.
For access to AP Newsroom and other technical issues, including agate, contact AP Customer Support at apcustomersupport@ap.org or 877-836-9477.
The New York sports desk can be reached at 800-845-8450, ext. 1630. Sports photos, ext. 1918; graphics, ext. 7636.
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FBN--INSIDE THE NUMBERS
DESCRIPTION: The SEC’s reign as the kings of the first round of the NFL draft was toppled by the Big Ten. The conference that coined the mantra “It Just Means More” for its dominance of college football in 2010s remained in the top spot for the entire draft after the SEC set a record for the number of players picked over the three days. By Pro Football Writer Josh Dubow. Text, photos
UPCOMING: By 04/29/2026 6:00 a.m. EDT, Text
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CAR--F1-MIAMI GP-REGULATIONS EXPLAINER
DESCRIPTION: This week’s Miami Grand Prix is the first test of a package of Formula 1 changes that curb the influence of the electrical battery power which has redefined how F1 drivers go racing in 2026.
UPCOMING: By 04/29/2026 6:00 a.m. EDT, Text, Photo
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CLIMATE-WORLD-CUP-HEAT-PLANS
DESCRIPTION: The 2022 World Cup tournament in Qatar was moved from summer to winter because of the threat of extreme heat. But if the record-breaking heat that scorched the Southwest in March is any indication, summer temperatures in cities hosting World Cup games this year could be sizzling. In Los Angeles, officials are planning temporary pop-up hydration stations, shade structures and a public messaging campaign on how to stay safe in the heat. For the Dallas games and related events, plans include tents with misters, water distribution and multiple first aid stations, and medical personnel will have immediate access to ice immersion bags and ice. In Seattle, city officials are looking into providing air-conditioned buses, tents and water misters.
UPCOMING: By 04/29/2026 6:00 a.m. EDT, Video, Text, Photo
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US--PREDICTION MARKETS-SPORTS GAMBLING
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2. DESCRIPTION: Clinicians who treat gambling disorders are concerned about their patients turning to prediction markets. Two gambling addicts who spoke to The Associated Press say they had relapses on prediction markets after they took legal action to protect themselves from the allure of sports betting. Their stories reflect what experts say they see with some of their clients. By Jay Cohen and Cora Lewis.
3. UPCOMING: By 04/29/2026 1:00 p.m. EDT
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5. DESCRIPTION: Clinicians who treat gambling disorders are concerned about their patients turning to prediction markets. Two gambling addicts who spoke to The Associated Press say they had relapses on prediction markets after they took legal action to protect themselves from the allure of sports betting. Their stories reflect what experts say they see with some of their clients. By Jay Cohen and Cora Lewis.
6. UPCOMING: By 04/29/2026 1:00 p.m. EDT
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KENYA SAWE
DESCRIPTION: Kenya’s Sebastian Sawe returns to a hero’s welcome following his spectacular record-breaking performance (1:59:30) at the 2026 odon Marathon.
UPCOMING: By 04/29/2026 2:00 p.m. EDT, LiveVideo, Video, Text, Photo
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BBO--YANKEES-RANGERS
DESCRIPTION: Right-hander Elmer Rodríguez, one of the Yankees’ top prospects, is set for his major league debut in the finale of a three-game series at Texas. Nathan Eovaldi (2-4, 5.79 ERA) pitches for the Rangers. By Baseball Writer Stephen Hawkins. 300 words, photos.
UPCOMING: By 04/29/2026 2:35 p.m. EDT, Text
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HKN--NHL PLAYOFFS COVERAGE
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8. DESCRIPTION: When the Boston Bruins needed a lift in the face of elimination, who else but David Pastrnak and Jeremy Swayman to lead the way in their first-round series against Buffalo. It was no different in Edmonton, where Leon Draisaitl scored twice to keep the Oilers alive in extending their series against the Ducks. By Hockey Writer John Wawrow. 700 words, photos.
9. UPCOMING: By 04/29/2026 5:00 p.m. EDT
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11. DESCRIPTION: PHILADELPHIA -- The Flyers lead 3-2 over Pittsburgh heading to Game 6 of the first-round series. By Dan Gelston. Text, photos. Starts at 7:30 p.m. Eastern.
12. UPCOMING: By 04/29/2026 11:00 p.m. EDT
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14. DESCRIPTION: The Utah Mammoth visit the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 5 with their best-of-seven opening-round series 2-2. Breakouts on merit.
15. UPCOMING: By 04/29/2026 11:00 p.m. EDT
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SOC--CHAMPIONS LEAGUE-ATLETICO MADRIOD-ARSENAL
DESCRIPTION: MADRID -- Atletico Madrid hosts Arsenal in the first leg of the Champions League semifinals.
UPCOMING: By 04/29/2026 5:30 p.m. EDT, Text, Photo
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BKN--NBA PLAYOFF COVERAGE
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17. DESCRIPTION: Coverage of the NBA playoffs
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UPCOMING: By 04/29/2026 7:00 p.m. EDT
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19. DESCRIPTION: SAN ANTONIO: The San Antonio Spurs are advancing to the Western Conference semifinals for the first time since 2017. A youthful roster led by Defensive Player of the Year Victor Wembanyama has embraced its first playoff run, executing the mundane tasks and taking joy in the increased physicality of the postseason.
20. UPCOMING: By 04/29/2026 6 a.m. EDT
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21. DESCRIPTION: The NBA playoff schedule on Thursday includes four games, including Knicks-Hawks, Spurs-Trail Blazers, Celtics-76ers and Nuggets-Timberwolves. By Maura Carey. 600 words, photos by 6 p.m. ET.
22. UPCOMING: By 04/29/2026 7:00 p.m. EDT
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23. UPCOMING: By 04/29/2026 7:00 p.m. EDT
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24. DESCRIPTION: CLEVELAND - Donovan Mitchell, James Harden and the Cleveland Cavaliers look to keep home court when they host Scottie Barnes, Brandon Ingram and the Toronto Raptors in a pivotal Game 5 of their first-round Eastern Conference Series. By Joe Reedy. 400 words, photos. Game starts at 7:30 p.m. ET
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UPCOMING: By 04/29/2026 7:30 p.m. EDT
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FOOD-DERBY-MINT JULEPS
DESCRIPTION: story and recipe
UPCOMING: By 04/29/2026 11:00 a.m. EDT, Video, Text, Photo
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BKN--TRAIL BLAZERS-SPURS
Wembanyama’s double-double powers Spurs past Trail Blazers and into Western Conference semifinals
SUMMARY: Victor Wembanyama had 17 points, 14 rebounds and six blocks and the San Antonio Spurs never trailed in eliminating the Portland Trail Blazers 114-95 on Tuesday night in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series. De’Aaron Fox had 21 points, Julian Champagnie added 19 points and Dylan Harper had 17 as the Spurs led by as many as 28 points in winning their third straight game to advance to the second round. The Spurs will face the winner of the series between the Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves. The Timberwolves lead that series 3-2, with Game 6 scheduled for Thursday.
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HKN--BRUINS-SABRES
Pastrnak scores 9:14 into OT and Bruins avoid elimination with 2-1 win over Sabres
SUMMARY: David Pastrnak scored on a breakaway 9:14 into overtime, and the Boston Bruins avoided elimination with a 2-1 win over the Buffalo Sabres in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series. Catching Buffalo on a line change, Hampus Lindholm fed a pass up the right boards to find Pastrnak in stride just as he crossed the blue line. Driving in alone on net, he faked cutting across the front and nearly lost his balance before slipping the puck inside the right post. The series shifts back to Boston for Game 6 on Friday night, with Buffalo still seeking to clinch its first playoff series victory since eliminating the New York Rangers in six games of a 2007 second-round series.
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BBO--DODGERS-ONE-WAY OHTANI
Ohtani strikes out 9 over 6 innings in 2nd pitching-only performance for Dodgers
SUMMARY: Shohei Ohtani struck out nine in six effective innings Tuesday night and did not bat for the Los Angeles Dodgers, his second start on the mound this season without hitting. He gave up two runs, one earned, and five hits against the Miami Marlins. Ohtani threw 104 pitches, his most with the Dodgers, before leaving the game trailing 2-0. Los Angeles manager Dave Roberts says the team is carefully managing Ohtani’s workload as a two-way player. Ohtani’s ERA rose slightly to 0.60. He will return to hitting on Wednesday in the series finale.
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BKN--HAWKS-KNICKS
Jalen Brunson scores 39 points and the Knicks rout the Hawks 126-97 for a 3-2 series lead
SUMMARY: Jalen Brunson scored 39 points, nearly extending his own franchise record for 40-point playoff games, and the New York Knicks routed the Atlanta Hawks 126-97 for a 3-2 lead in the first-round playoff series. With their second straight lopsided victory, the Knicks positioned themselves to win the series Thursday night in Atlanta. Brunson already had eight 40-point games in his first three postseasons with the Knicks. He hadn’t even cracked 30 in this series until pouring in 17 points in the fourth quarter to prevent any chance of Atlanta making it a game.
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BKN--76ERS-CELTICS
Joel Embiid scores 33 as 76ers beat Celtics 113-97 in Game 5 to keep their season alive
SUMMARY: Joel Embiid scored 33 points, Tyrese Maxey had 25 points and 10 rebounds, and the Philadelphia 76ers avoided elimination, beating the Boston Celtics 113-97 in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series. Paul George had 16 points and nine rebounds for the seventh-seeded Sixers, who lost Games 3 and 4 at home to fall behind 3-1 in the series before returning to Boston to keep their season alive. Game 6 is back in Philadelphia on Thursday night, when the Sixers will try to force the series to a decisive seventh game in Boston on Saturday. Jayson Tatum had 24 points and 16 rebounds for Boston.
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BKN--ROCKETS-DURANT
Kevin Durant out for Game 5 vs the Lakers with a left ankle sprain
SUMMARY: Houston’s Kevin Durant is out for Game 5 against the Los Angeles Lakers with a left ankle sprain. Durant didn’t participate in practice with the Rockets on Tuesday before they left for California, trailing 3-1 in the first-round series. But he was seen running on an antigravity treadmill as the team wrapped up its work before heading to the airport. Coach Ime Udoka was asked if there was a possibility that Durant would play in Wednesday’s Game 5 after missing the last two games with a sprained left ankle and bone bruise.
WORDS: 263 - MOVED: 04/28/2026 10:50 p.m. EDT
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HKN--OILERS-MCDAVID
McDavid in Edmonton lineup as the Oilers face elimination in Game 5 against the Ducks
SUMMARY: Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid will play Tuesday night against the Anaheim Ducks in Game 5 of the teams’ first-round playoff series. McDavid, who led the NHL in points this season, did not participate in the team’s morning skate ahead of a must-win game for Edmonton and was a game-time decision, according to coach Kris Knoblauch. The 29-year-old McDavid has looked uncomfortable at times since rolling his ankle in the second period of Game 2 when he collided with teammate Mattias Ekholm. The Oilers are trying to avoid elimination and rally from a 3-1 deficit in the best-of-seven series.
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SOC--RED CARD-MOUTH COVERING
Red cards can be given to players who cover their mouths while confronting opponents
SUMMARY: The International Football Association Board approved a new rule that would penalize players with a red card if they cover their mouths when verbally confronting another player. The rule was unanimously approved by IFAB at a special meeting Tuesday in Vancouver, British Columbia. The measure will be in place at this summer’s World Cup, starting on June 11. FIFA proposed the rule after Real Madrid’s Vinícius Júnior accused Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni of making a racially charged insult while covering his mouth during a Champions League match in February.
WORDS: 252 - MOVED: 04/28/2026 8:43 p.m. EDT
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BKC--NCAA TOURNAMENT-EXPANSION
NCAA remains on track to expand to a 76-team March Madness bracket for next season
SUMMARY: The NCAA is still deliberating expanding March Madness on both the men’s and women’s sides to 76 teams for next season. The much-expected development has been in the works for years. The NCAA released a brief statement Tuesday in the wake of an ESPN report that cited unnamed sources saying a decision to add eight teams to the bracket is a mere formality that’s expected in May. The statement says “no final recommendations or decisions have been made.” The tournaments have been at 68 teams since 2011, when four play-in games were added to the beginning of the first week of play. The new format would add eight more play-in games.
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SOC--PSG-BAYERN
Goals galore as PSG beats Bayern Munich 5-4 in record-setting Champions League semifinal 1st leg
SUMMARY: Titleholder Paris Saint-Germain held on for a pulsating 5-4 win over Bayern Munich in a roller-coaster Champions League semifinal first leg. The highest scoring semifinal in Champions League history saw PSG leading 5-2 early in the second half thanks to two goals each from flying winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Ousmane Dembélé at Parc des Princes. Bayern fought back brilliantly. Defender Dayot Upamecano’s header midway through the second half from Joshua Kimmich’s free kick gave Bayern hope and Luis Díaz’s stinging strike made it 5-4. Harry Kane and Michael Olise got Bayern’s other goals while João Neves scored for PSG.
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HKN--BETTMAN-REPLAY REVIEW
NHL Commissioner Bettman backs ruling that allowed Ducks’ OT goal to stand in Game 4 win vs. Oilers
SUMMARY: NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman offered his unequivocal support for the ruling that upheld the Anaheim Ducks’ overtime goal against the Edmonton Oilers in Game 4 of their first-round playoff series. In speaking to Associated Press Sports Editors at the NHL headquarters, Bettman said Ryan Poehling’s wasn’t controversial and NHL officials made the right call. Poehling’s goal to seal a 4-3 win on Sunday was upheld after an extensive video review in giving the Ducks a 3-1 series lead. Though it appeared the puck crossed the goal line, there was no visible evidence because the top half of the puck was covered by the blade of goalie Tristan Jarry’s skate.
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BBO--PHILLIES-THOMSON FIRED
Spurned by Alex Cora, Phillies turn to Don Mattingly in the interim after Rob Thomson is fired
SUMMARY: Alex Cora was offered a managerial position by the Philadelphia Phillies after being fired by the Boston Red Sox. Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski reached out to Cora, but he declined for family reasons. The Phillies then appointed Don Mattingly as interim manager after firing Rob Thomson on Tuesday. Thomson had led the team to multiple playoff appearances, including the 2022 World Series, but the team struggled this season. Mattingly, a former Yankees great, will now work alongside his son, the Phillies’ general manager. The Phillies hope Mattingly can turn the season around and aim for a wild-card spot.
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TEN--MADRID OPEN-BAPTISTE
American Hailey Baptiste saves 6 match points to stun world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka at Madrid Open
SUMMARY: American Hailey Baptiste has earned the biggest win of her career by saving six match points and beating world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the quarterfinals of the Madrid Open. The 32nd-ranked Baptiste rallied to a 2-6, 6-2, 7-6 (6) victory that is her first over a top 5 opponent. She will play in a WTA 1000 semifinal for the first time. The result ended a 15-match winning streak for Sabalenka who was the defending champion in Madrid. The 24-year-old Baptiste is the first player to beat Sabalenka from match points down since Iga Swiatek did it in the 2024 final in Madrid.
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BKN--NBA-TANKING
NBA moves closer to anti-tanking measures with drastic change to draft lottery odds
SUMMARY: The NBA has moved closer to a slightly expanded 16-team lottery, one that will flatten odds of winning the No. 1 pick and try to deter tanking by drastically lowering the chances of winning for the teams that finish with the three worst records. The proposal, which was reviewed by the league’s general managers, will be further discussed before it goes the Board of Governors for a final vote that is expected next month. It will not change the current format, which will likely be utilized for the final time when the lottery for this year’s draft is held May 10. This would go into effect next year.
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BBC--BROWN-FEMALE PITCHER
Olivia Pichardo is a reluctant groundbreaker as a woman in baseball
SUMMARY: Olivia Pichardo would prefer to just play ball and not take attention away from her teammates. But she has grown accustomed to being the only girl on her team. Four years ago she tried out for the baseball team at Brown University, made it and as a freshman became the first woman to appear in a Division I game when she pinch-hit against Bryant. On her senior day last Saturday, she became the first woman to pitch in a Division I game. Pichardo said she’s been grateful for every baseball opportunity since her father signed her up for the sport when she was 6.
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BKN--LAKERS-REAVES
Austin Reaves hopes to return to Lakers for pivotal Game 5 vs Rockets after nearly 4 weeks out
SUMMARY: Austin Reaves and the Los Angeles Lakers will wait until right before Game 5 to determine whether he is ready to return from nearly four weeks on the sidelines with a strained oblique muscle. Reaves expressed cautious optimism when he spoke to reporters for the first time since getting hurt April 2 at Oklahoma City. The Lakers’ second-leading scorer was listed as questionable for the past two games of their first-round playoff series against Houston, but ultimately didn’t play while Los Angeles split the contests to take a 3-1 series lead.
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FBC--NCAA-ATHLETE GAMBLING
Sorsby gambling addiction casts light on issue that could affect thousands of college athletes
SUMMARY: Brendan Sorsby’s acknowledgment of his gambling addiction this week is the latest in a series of bad headlines for college athletes. Sorsby is stepping away from the Texas Tech football team to seek treatment for a gambling addiction. Gambling industry consultant Keith Whyte is former executive director of the National Council on Problem Gambling. He says Sorsby’s case is only the tip of the iceberg because athletes like him have elevated risk factors became they are young, male and are prone to risk-taking behaviors. Experts say there could be thousands of other male college athletes engaged in compulsive gambling.
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GLF--ON THE FRINGE-KORDA
Nelly Korda is back in her bubble and a big year could await
SUMMARY: Nelly Korda plays her best golf when she blocks out the noise and stays in her bubble. That’s where she was at The Chevron Championship when she won her third career major and returned to No. 1 in the world. Korda says she got caught up in overthinking too much when she didn’t win last year. It was even tougher because she was coming off a seven-win season in 2024. Now she’s more comfortable with her game and allowing herself to make mistakes. She has the look of someone primed for a big year.
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BKN--SPORTS BETTING-ARRESTS
Ex-NBA player Damon Jones is 1st to plead guilty in gambling sweep that led to over 30 arrests
SUMMARY: Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones has become the first person to plead guilty in a gambling sweep that led to the arrests of more than 30 people, including reputed mobsters and other basketball figures. During back-to-back hearings in Brooklyn federal court on Tuesday, Jones pleaded guilty to two counts of conspiracy to commit wire fraud. He was charged in separate cases with profiting from rigged poker games and providing sports bettors with nonpublic information about injuries to stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis, according to court filings. The 49-year-old previously pleaded not guilty in both cases. He’s due to be sentenced Jan. 6. He and his lawyer declined to comment after the hearings.
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FBN--STEELERS-RODGERS
Steelers place unrestricted free-agent tender on Aaron Rodgers
SUMMARY: The Pittsburgh Steelers are giving themselves a little cover if quarterback Aaron Rodgers plays elsewhere in 2026. The club has the unrestricted free-agent tender on the four-time MVP. The move means they would receive a compensatory draft pick if Rodgers signs elsewhere during the 2026 season. General manager Omar Khan and head coach Mike McCarthy remain optimistic about Rodgers’ return after he led the Steelers to an AFC North title last winter. The tender doesn’t prevent Rodgers from signing with another team before training camp begins in July. Once camp begins, however, the Steelers would have exclusive negotiating rights. As part of the tender, Rodgers would be eligible for a 10% raise over his 2025 salary.
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