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UPCOMING

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GLF--PGA CHAMPIONSHIP

DESCRIPTION: Dustin Johnson was given a special invitation to the PGA Championship. Max Homa is the first alternate. Tiger Woods is not part of the field, which the PGA Championship released Tuesday. By Golf Writer Doug Ferguson. 500 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 05/05/2026 2:00 p.m. EDT, Photo, Text

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GLF--ON THE FRINGE-LIV FUTURE

DESCRIPTION: LIV Golf always had one advantage beyond close to $6 billion in funds -- a blank canvas to create a new league. The PGA Tour is trying to reshape a schedule with a century of history behind it. That’s not easy. By Golf Writer Doug Ferguson. 800 words, photos. With Golf Notes and Golf Glance (both sent).

UPCOMING: By 05/05/2026 5:00 p.m. EDT, Photo, Text

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BKN--NBA PLAYOFF COVERAGE

FORMATS: Photo, Text

1. WITH: BKN--CAVALIERS-PISTONS

2. DESCRIPTION: The Detroit Pistons host the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 1 of their second-round series. By Larry Lage. 400 words, photos. Game starts at 7 p.m. EDT.

3. UPCOMING: By 05/05/2026 10:00 p.m. EDT

4. WITH: BKN--TIPOFF

5. DESCRIPTION: The final two second-round NBA playoff series begin on Tuesday when the Pistons hosts the Cavaliers and the Thunder host the Lakers. By David Brandt. 800 words, photos.

6. SENT: By 05/05/2026 11:00 p.m. EDT

7. WITH: BKN--KNICKS-THE FAVORITES

8. DESCRIPTION: The New York Knicks are now the favorites to win the East in the sports books, and they sure look like it on the court. The first team to win three straight postseason games by at least 25 points appears more and more like the one that could make New York’s first NBA Finals appearance in the 2000s. By Basketball Writer Brian Mahoney.

9. UPCOMING: By 05/05/2026 11:00 p.m. EDT

10. WITH: BKN--LAKERS-THUNDER

11. DESCRIPTION: The defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder host the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals. The Thunder won all four meetings with the Lakers this season, but Los Angeles still has LeBron James, who at 41, still is delivering. By Cliff Brunt. 400 words, photos. Game starts at 8:30 p.m. EDT.

12. UPCOMING: By 05/05/2026 11:30 p.m. EDT

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HKN--NHL PLAYOFFS COVERAGE

FORMATS: Photo, Text

13. WITH: HKN--WILD-AVALANCHE

14. DESCRIPTION: The Colorado Avalanche look to take a 2-0 lead in their second-round series with Minnesota. Colorado beat the Wild 9-6 in Game 1. By Pat Graham. 500 words, photos. Game starts at 8 p.m. EDT.

15. UPCOMING: By 05/05/2026 11:00 p.m. EDT

16. WITH: HKN--CANADIENS-SABRES PREVIEW

17. DESCRIPTION: Sabres coach Lindy Ruff’s memory is a little fuzzy from his playing days, in recalling Buffalo’s three-game series sweep over Montreal in 1983. “Yeah, it was in black and white,” he said with a chuckle. Dust off the history books as the upstart Sabres and Montreal Canadiens square off in the playoffs for the eighth time -- and first since 1998 -- in a second-round series that opens at Buffalo on Wednesday. By Hockey Writer John Wawrow. 700 words, photos.

18. SENT: By 05/05/2026 11:00 p.m. EDT

19. WITH: HKN--FACEOFF

20. DESCRIPTION: Neither team was happy about the Vegas Golden Knights’ 3-1 Game 1 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Monday night. The Golden Knights said their play wasn’t good enough, and it was a missed opportunity for the Ducks. Both teams hope Game 2 provides a much different feel, but for different reasons.

21. UPCOMING: By 05/05/2026 11:00 p.m. EDT

22. WITH: HKN--FLYERS-HURRICANES-OT TAKEAWAYS

23. DESCRIPTION: Rick Tocchet got the response he wanted from his Philadelphia Flyers while Rod Brind’Amour’s Carolina Hurricanes are taking too many penalties. Yet the Hurricanes are still unbeaten in the NHL playoffs. By Aaron Beard. 700 words, photos.

24. SENT: By 05/05/2026 11:00 p.m. EDT

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NEW AND DEVELOPING

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GLF--LIV GOLF-RAHM

Jon Rahm resolves his dispute with European tour as LIV Golf faces loss of Saudi funding

SUMMARY: Jon Rahm has resolved his financial dispute with the European tour, a move that potentially gives him a place to compete in 2027 and beyond with LIV Golf facing an uncertain future. Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton took questions Tuesday at LIV Golf Virginia after LIV CEO Scott O’Neil spoke to reporters about his efforts to court investors for the league. LIV Golf is losing its chief financial backer, Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund, at the end of the season. Both players declined to speculate on their future and noted that they remain under contract with LIV for years to come.

WORDS: 759 - MOVED: 05/05/2026 1:36 p.m. EDT

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US--PRESIDENTIAL FITNESS TEST

The Presidential Physical Fitness Award is back as Trump revives annual fitness test in US schools

SUMMARY: President Donald Trump is reviving the Presidential Physical Fitness Award as he reintroduces a competitive physical fitness test in America’s schools. The award is part of Trump’s revamped Presidential Fitness Test, which had been a public-school fixture for decades but was phased out under President Barack Obama. The earlier exam tested children on exercises including a 1-mile run and sit-ups. Those scoring above the 85th percentile received the presidential award. Details of the revived test have yet to be released. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the test is now mandatory in 161 schools on U.S. military installations.

WORDS: 475 - MOVED: 05/05/2026 1:34 p.m. EDT

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HKN--WILD-GOALIE CHANGE

Wild make switch in net for Game 2, go with Gustavsson after Wallstedt allows 8 goals against Avs

SUMMARY: The Minnesota Wild are making a switch in net for Game 2, going with Filip Gustavsson on Tuesday night after Jesper Wallstedt gave up eight goals in a 9-6 loss to Colorado. Wild coach John Hynes announced the decision hours before puck drop. Gustavsson hasn’t played since allowing five goals at St. Louis on April 13. He went 28-15-6 with a 2.69 goals-against average during the regular season. Wallstedt led the Wild to a first-round series win in six games over Dallas, but struggled in Game 1 against the high-scoring Avalanche. Wallstedt and Gustavsson split time throughout the season.

WORDS: 356 - MOVED: 05/05/2026 1:32 p.m. EDT

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BBO--PIRATES-DEVENSKI SUSPENDED

Pirates reliever Chris Devenski suspended three games for intentionally throwing at opposing batter

SUMMARY: Pittsburgh Pirates reliever Chris Devenski has been suspended for three games and fined for intentionally throwing at Cincinnati Reds rookie Sal Stewart. Major League Baseball announced the decision Tuesday. Devenski intentionally threw at Stewart in the top of the seventh inning of Pittsburgh’s 17-7 win at PNC Park on Saturday. He was ejected following the incident. Pirates manager Don Kelly was also suspended for one game and received an undisclosed fine, MLB senior vice president for on-field operations Michael Hill announced.

WORDS: 142 - MOVED: 05/05/2026 1:16 p.m. EDT

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BKL--CHARLES-RETIREMENT

WNBA all-time leading rebounder Tina Charles retires from basketball

SUMMARY: Tina Charles, the WNBA’s all-time leading rebounder, is retiring from the league, the eight-time All-Star announced on social media. Charles, who had 4,262 rebounds in her career, also finished as the league’s No. 2 all-time scorer behind Diana Taurasi. The 15-year veteran scored 8,396 points in the regular season. Charles was the No. 1 pick by the Connecticut Sun in 2010 after helping the UConn Huskies win consecutive NCAA championships in 2009 and 2010. She played with the Sun until 2013 before a blockbuster trade sent her home to New York.

WORDS: 768 - MOVED: 05/05/2026 12:58 p.m. EDT

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SOC--EVERTON-RACIST ABUSE

Soccer fan aged 71 arrested at Everton for alleged racist abuse of Manchester City’s Semenyo

SUMMARY: Everton says a 71-year-old soccer fan was arrested for alleged racist abuse of Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo at a Premier League game. Merseyside Police arrested a 71-year-old man on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offense after supporters and Hill Dickinson Stadium staff reported the incident at the 3-3 draw Monday. Everton says “racism and discrimination in all forms are completely unacceptable.” Man City welcomed “swift action taken by Everton and the police.” Semenyo was targeted in a similar incident at a previous Premier League game in Liverpool this season when playing for Bournemouth.

WORDS: 225 - MOVED: 05/05/2026 12:40 p.m. EDT

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FBN--SEAHAWKS-FOWLER

Seahawks and veteran edge rusher Dante Fowler Jr. are working on a 1-year deal, AP source says

SUMMARY: The reigning Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks and veteran edge rusher Dante Fowler Jr. are working on a one-year deal worth up to $5 million. That’s according to a person with knowledge of the deal who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Tuesday because the contract hasn’t been finalized. The 31-year-old Fowler played for the Dallas Cowboys last year and had three sacks in 17 games. He starting in 11 of those games. Fowler should help Seattle replace edge rusher Boye Mafe, who signed a three-year, $60 million deal with the Cincinnati Bengals in free agency.

WORDS: 257 - MOVED: 05/05/2026 12:10 p.m. EDT

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US--PATRIOTS-DIGGS-STRANGULATION CHARGE

Chef declines to answer money questions in assault trial of former Patriots player Diggs

SUMMARY: A former live-in chef for Stefon Diggs declined to answer questions Tuesday about financial demands made on her behalf as defense attorneys pressed her during cross-examination in his assault trial. Jamila “Mila” Adams said she was paid about $2,000 a week but believed she was still owed money, while the defense pointed to a $19,000 demand and a separate claim her attorney sought $5.5 million. Adams responded at times, “I can’t speak on that” and said she did not understand some questions. A judge instructed her to answer directly. Diggs has pleaded not guilty to strangulation and assault charges.

WORDS: 675 - MOVED: 05/05/2026 11:51 a.m. EDT

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TEN--FRENCH OPEN-PRIZE MONEY

No. 1 Sabalenka calls for boycott if players don’t get bigger cut of Grand Slam revenues

SUMMARY: Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka believes tennis players should organize a boycott if they don’t start receiving a bigger share of tournament revenues at the Grand Slams. Sabalenka and fellow No. 1 Jannik Sinner were among leading players who issued a statement this week expressing “deep disappointment” about the French Open prize money. Sabalenka says “I feel like definitely we deserve to be paid more percentage” and that “I think at some point we will boycott it. I feel like that’s going to be the only way to fight for our rights.” The likes of Coco Gauff, Elena Rybakina and Jasmine Paolini are prepared to protest too. The players are also seeking better representation, health options and pensions from the four Grand Slam tournaments.

WORDS: 859 - MOVED: 05/05/2026 11:50 a.m. EDT

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SOC--REAL MADRID-MBAPPE

Injured Mbappé defends commitment to rehab after out-of-town trip before clasico

SUMMARY: Kylian Mbappé insists he remains fully committed to his recovery from a left hamstring injury. The Real Madrid and France forward has faced criticism in Spain after traveling to Sardinia with actress Ester Expósito last weekend. Spanish media and Madrid fans have questioned his dedication ahead of the clasico in Barcelona on Sunday. Mbappé’s representatives issued a statement on Tuesday denying any wrongdoing. They say the criticism is based on an overinterpretation of his recovery period, which is supervised by the club. Mbappé always was criticized earlier this season when he couldn’t play due to a knee issue.

WORDS: 296 - MOVED: 05/05/2026 10:20 a.m. EDT

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HKN--LIGHTNING-HEDMAN

Lightning captain Victor Hedman says his personal leave this season was to address mental health

SUMMARY: Tampa Bay Lightning captain Victor Hedman revealed Tuesday that his absence in the final weeks of the season was caused by a need to address his mental health. Hedman didn’t provide specifics about what he has been dealing with. He didn’t play in Tampa Bay’s final 22 games of the season, including the seven playoff matchups in a first-round loss to the Montreal Canadiens. Hedman had been around the team in recent weeks, even taking part in some skates. But his last game was in mid-March. The 35-year-old Swedish defenseman has been with the Lightning for all 17 of his NHL seasons.

WORDS: 408 - MOVED: 05/05/2026 10:00 a.m. EDT

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SNOOKER-WORLDS-OLYMPIC BOOST

Snooker’s Olympic push gets a jolt from China’s back-to-back world champions

SUMMARY: Snooker’s top official says the sport’s bid to enter the Olympic Games will be boosted by having back-to-back world champions from China. Wu Yize beat Shaun Murphy 18-17 in the final on Monday to follow in the footsteps of compatriot Zhao Xintong, who became Asia’s first ever world champion 12 months ago. China has around 300,000 recognized snooker clubs and is the growing force in the game. China has five players in the top 16 of the world ranking. Snooker failed in its bid to get onto the Olympic program for the Games in 2021 and 2024 but could launch another attempt ahead of the 2032 Olympics in Brisbane.

WORDS: 621 - MOVED: 05/05/2026 7:58 a.m. EDT

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CAR--ZANARDI-FUNERAL

Thousands at funeral for Italian auto champ and Paralympic gold medalist Alex Zanardi

SUMMARY: Thousands of fans have attended the funera for Alex Zanardi after the Italian auto racing champion-turned-Paralympic gold medalist died last week at 59. Zanardi’s handbike was placed near the altar inside the basilica in Padua where the service was held on Tuesday. His hand cycling teammates sat in the front row near his wife Daniela and son Niccolò. Also in attendance were Stefano Domenicali, the president and CEO of Formula One, skier Alberto Tomba, Paralympian Bebe Vio and a host of politicians and other officials. In 2020, Zanardi was seriously injured in a handbike accident after crashing into an oncoming truck. Nearly 20 years earlier Zanardi lost both of his legs in an auto racing crash.

WORDS: 220 - MOVED: 05/05/2026 6:48 a.m. EDT

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SOC--WCUP-KANSAS CITY-THINGS TO KNOW

Kansas City is World Cup central, hosting England, Argentina and the Netherlands along with 6 games

SUMMARY: Kansas City is gearing up for a big role in hosting the World Cup, with six games to be played at Arrowhead Stadium. The Kansas City area will also host high-profile teams like Argentina, England and the Netherlands with Algeria based in nearby Lawrence, Kansas. Visitors can explore cultural attractions like the National World War I Memorial and enjoy the city’s famous barbecue, while a free fan festival will feature big screens and live music. All games will be played at night due to high summer temperatures, and there is always the possibility of storms in the heart of tornado alley.

WORDS: 503 - MOVED: 05/05/2026 6:10 a.m. EDT

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SOC--ARSENAL-ATLETICO MADRID

Arsenal keen to end 20-year wait for Champions League final when it hosts Atletico Madrid

SUMMARY: Arsenal has waited 20 years to get back into another Champions League final and 22 years for another Premier League title. Now both are within reach, starting with the second leg of their semifinal at home against Atletico Madrid on Tuesday. The first leg ended 1-1 in Madrid last week after offsetting penalties for two teams looking for a first European Cup title. Arsenal will be relying on its home field advantage at Emirates Stadium to get over the line. Arsenal routed Atletico 4-0 at home in the league phase in October. But expect Diego Simeone’s side to be a lot more defensively solid in the return to London.

WORDS: 336 - MOVED: 05/05/2026 6:02 a.m. EDT. Will be updated from match starting at 3 p.m.

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BKL--ALL-STARS-GOING HOME

After the CBA opened the floodgates, some notable WNBA All-Stars decided to play closer to home

SUMMARY: All-Stars Brittney Griner, Nneka Ogwumike, Skylar Diggins and Satou Sabally all found new places to play this season, taking advantage of free agency. Angel Reese has a new home after she was traded to Atlanta. This might have been the most movement by All-Stars during an offseason in WNBA history. Not that it comes as a huge surprise. More than 80% of the players in the league were free agents after last season, knowing a huge pay day awaited with the new collective bargaining agreement that was signed in March. Getting closer to home was one factor in players’ decisions.

WORDS: 770 - MOVED: 05/05/2026 6:00 a.m. EDT

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BKN--TIMBERWOLVES EDWARDS

Anthony Edwards was supposed to miss the first 2 games. Instead, he stole Game 1 for Timberwolves

SUMMARY: Anthony Edwards announced his return to the San Antonio Spurs. The Timberwolves guard surprised fans by playing just 10 days after hyperextending his left knee. He led Minnesota to a 104-102 victory in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals Monday night. Edwards scored 18 points, including 11 in the final quarter. San Antonio guard Dylan Harper called him a superstar. Edwards was expected to miss the first two games but expedited his rehabilitation. He was cleared to play 90 minutes before tipoff. Edwards says he wants to be out there with his brothers.

WORDS: 744 - MOVED: 05/05/2026 2:31 a.m. EDT

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ENT--MET GALA-INSIDE

Inside the Met Gala, an Olympic champion learns just how famous she’s become

SUMMARY: Guests ascended the famous steps of the Metropolitan Museum and entered a lobby transformed to resemble an Italian garden, with a huge moon hanging from the ceiling. While harpists serenaded them, they waited to greet the gala co-chairs or headed to cocktails in the airy Engelhard Court. The gala attracted new controversy this year by aligning itself with Amazon founder and billionaire Jeff Bezos. Some argued, though, that billionaires have always been a part of the Met Gala. The gala is also a place where a new celebrity, like skater Alysa Liu or TV star Connor Storrie, can fully realize how famous they are.

WORDS: 1341 - MOVED: 05/05/2026 2:27 a.m. EDT

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MOVING TOMORROW

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Coverage of the NBA postseason.

Coverage of the NHL postseason.

SOC--Champions League-PSG-Bayern. Match starts at 3 p.m. EDT.

BKL--WNBA-Betting Odds

Favorites to win it all, MVP, rookie of the year, etc.