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New York looks to clinch series against Philadelphia in game 6

New York Knicks (50-32, second in the Eastern Conference) vs. Philadelphia 76ers (47-35, seventh in the Eastern Conference)Philadelphia; Thursday, 9 p.m. EDTBETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE 76ers -3.5; … more

By The Associated Press | 5/1/24

Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Kyle Schwarber celebrates in the dugout after hitting a three-run home run to score Nick Castellanos and Bryson Stott during the second inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels, Tuesday, April 30, 2024, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

Rojas and Castellanos homer in the 9th, leading the Phillies to a 7-5 comeback win over the Angels

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Johan Rojas hit a tiebreaking two-run homer in the ninth inning moments after Nick Castellanos' tying shot, sending the Philadelphia Phillies to a 7-5 victory over the Los … more

By GREG BEACHAM | 5/1/24

A bee keeper removes a swarm of bees gathered on the net behind home plate delaying the start of a baseball game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Arizona Diamondbacks, Tuesday, April 30, 2024, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Bee Game: Dodgers and Diamondbacks delayed due to bee swarm

A swarm of bees created quite a baseball buzzkill in the desert. The start of Tuesday night’s game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Arizona Diamondbacks was delayed nearly two hours after a bee … more

By JOHN MARSHALL | 5/1/24

New York Knicks' Jalen Brunson (11) shoots over Philadelphia 76ers' Tobias Harris (12) during the second half of Game 5 in an NBA basketball first-round playoff series, Tuesday, April 30, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Tyrese Maxey's huge finish in OT cuts Knicks' lead to 3-2

NEW YORK (AP) — Tyrese Maxey saved Philadelphia from elimination with seven points in the final 25 seconds of regulation, finished with 46 and led the 76ers to a 112-106 overtime victory over the … more

By The Associated Press | 5/1/24

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell celebrates after making a three point basket against the Orlando Magic during the second half of Game 5 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series, Tuesday, April 30, 2024, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)

Evan Mobley has huge block in final seconds as Cavaliers hold off Banchero, Magic 104-103 in Game 5

CLEVELAND (AP) — Evan Mobley groaned like an old man — and not a 22-year-old — as he pulled himself out of the chair in front of his locker. “Long game,” Mobley said. Long guy, and … more

By TOM WITHERS | 5/1/24

Tampa Bay Rays' Jose Siri (22) fights with Milwaukee Brewers' Abner Uribe, middle, during the eighth inning of a baseball game Tuesday, April 30, 2024, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Aaron Gash)

Rays and Brewers get into wild brawl, with Uribe and Siri in the middle of it

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Punches were thrown when a brawl broke out between the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers in the eighth inning Tuesday night. The fracas ensued after Jose Siri grounded out … more

By ANDREW WAGNER | 5/1/24

Philadelphia 76ers' Tyrese Maxey (0) looks to pass as New York Knicks' Mitchell Robinson (23) defends during the first half of Game 5 in an NBA basketball first-round playoff series, Tuesday, April 30, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Tyrese Maxey saves Sixers from elimination with huge finish in OT win that cuts Knicks' lead to 3-2

NEW YORK (AP) — Tyrese Maxey saved Philadelphia from elimination with seven points in the final 25 seconds of regulation, finished with 46 and led the 76ers to a 112-106 overtime victory over the … more

By BRIAN MAHONEY | 4/30/24

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Dean Kremer throws during the second inning of a baseball game against the New York Yankees, Tuesday, April 30, 2024, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Kremer pitches Orioles past Yankees for 4-2 victory that opens 1-game AL East lead

Dean Kremer pitched seven innings of two-run ball, Adley Rutschman extended his hitting streak to a career-best 11 games and the Baltimore Orioles defeated the New York Yankees 4-2. Baltimore won the … more

By PATRICK STEVENS | 4/30/24

Raúl Ruidíaz scores two goals and the Sounders beat the Union 3-2 for their second win

CHESTER, Pa. (AP) — Raúl Ruidíaz scored two goals to help the Seattle Sounders beat the Philadelphia Union 3-2 on Tuesday night in a rescheduled match. Seattle (2-5-3) won for the first time … more

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Rafael Nadal, of Spain, reacts during a match against Jiri Lehecka, of Czech Republic, during the Mutua Madrid Open tennis tournament in Madrid, Tuesday, April 30, 2024. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez)

Nadal gets emotional after a loss in his last Madrid Open appearance. Alcaraz reaches quarterfinals

MADRID (AP) — Rafael Nadal had to pause for a few moments, visibly emotional, while addressing the crowd after his loss in the fourth round at the Madrid Open. As chants of “Rafa, Rafa, … more

By TALES AZZONI | 4/30/24

Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior celebrates after scoring his side's second goal on a penalty kick during the Champions League semifinal first leg soccer match between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid at the Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany, Tuesday, April 30, 2024. (AP Photo/Christian Bruna)

Vinícius Júnior leads Real Madrid to 2-2 draw at Bayern Munich in Champions League semifinal

MUNICH (AP) — Vinícius Júnior scored twice for Real Madrid to draw 2-2 at Bayern Munich in the first leg of their Champions League semifinal on Tuesday. Bayern dominated but Madrid survived, … more

By CIARÁN FAHEY | 4/30/24

Los Angeles Angels' Mike Trout runs after a single during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Monday, April 29, 2024, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun)

Former MVP Mike Trout needs surgery on torn meniscus. The Angels hope he can return this season

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout will have surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his left knee, sidelining the three-time AL MVP indefinitely. The Angels believe Trout … more

By GREG BEACHAM | 4/30/24

Houston Astros' José Abreu watches from the dugout during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs, Tuesday, April 23, 2024, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)

Astros to option slumping 2020 AL MVP José Abreu to their spring training facility in Florida

HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Astros will option slumping first baseman José Abreu to their spring training facility to try and help the 2020 AL MVP get back on track. General manager Dana Brown … more

By KRISTIE RIEKEN | 4/30/24

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) steps back in front of Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden, left, during the second half of Game 4 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series Sunday, April 28, 2024, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Jeffrey McWhorter)

Mavericks-Clippers, Heat-Celtics set for pivotal Game 5s in their first-round series

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Clippers and the Dallas Mavericks are all tied up after four games in a series that's been a back-and-forth thriller with big finishes, surprising twists and an … more

By GREG BEACHAM | 4/30/24

New York Knicks forward Bojan Bogdanovic (44) reacts during the second half in Game 1 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series against the Philadelphia 76ers, Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Madison Square Garden in New York. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)

New York Knicks reserve Bojan Bogdanovic will have foot surgery and miss the rest of the playoffs

NEW YORK (AP) — New York Knicks swingman Bojan Bogdanovic will have surgery on his left foot and miss the rest of the playoffs. Bogdanovic, who had played well off the bench to help the Knicks … more

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Dallas Mavericks forward P.J. Washington, left, defends as Los Angeles Clippers' Kawhi Leonard (2) works to the basket during the first half of Game 2 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series Friday, April 26, 2024, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Kawhi Leonard ruled out for Clippers' pivotal Game 5 vs Mavericks

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kawhi Leonard will miss Game 5 of the Los Angeles Clippers' tight first-round series against the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night due to right knee inflammation. Leonard … more

By GREG BEACHAM | 4/30/24

Bayern's Harry Kane, left, Bayern's Jamal Musiala, second left, Bayern's Noussair Mazraoui, right, and Bayern's Joshua Kimmich warm up prior to the Champions League semifinal first leg soccer match between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid at the Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany, Tuesday, April 30, 2024. (AP Photo/Matthias Schrader)

Bayern stars Musiala, Sané fit enough to start against Real Madrid in Champions League

MUNICH (AP) — Bayern Munich forwards Jamal Musiala and Leroy Sané have recovered from injuries to start against Real Madrid in the teams’ Champions League semifinal first leg Tuesday. Both … more

4/30/24

FILE - Uncle Lino is comforted after an injury during the 141st Preakness Stakes horse race at Pimlico Race Course, Saturday, May 21, 2016, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Deaths at the Kentucky Derby bring changes ahead of the 150th edition at Churchill Downs

Many in the crowd that packed Churchill Downs for last year’s Kentucky Derby left in tears and questioning the safety of horse racing after two horses died that day. Ten more died in the days … more

By BETH HARRIS | 4/30/24

Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch holds his knee after colliding with Timberwolves guard Mike Conley during the second half of Game 4 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series against the Phoenix Suns Sunday, April 28, 2024, in Phoenix. The Timberwolves won 122-116, taking the series 4-0. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

Timberwolves coach Chris Finch to have surgery on knee after sideline collision, AP source says

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Timberwolves will enter their second round playoff series against defending champion Denver with an unsettled bench — coach Chris Finch will be recovering from … more

By DAVE CAMPBELL | 4/30/24

AP Sports Digest

The highlights of Tuesday's AP Sports report. An up-to-the minute listing of all stories planned, including games and events, is available in Coverage Plan on AP Newsroom, … more

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