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SOC--WCUP-LOS ANGELES-THINGS TO KNOW

DESCRIPTION: LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles is famous for its sun, sand and surf, celebrity sightings, and endless variety of food and entertainment. It’s set to become a World Cup site again. Los Angeles is hosting eight matches, including the U.S. opener vs. Paraguay on June 12 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, which is being called Los Angeles Stadium during the World Cup. By Beth Harris. 500 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 05/12/2026 8:00 a.m. EDT, Photo, Text

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RAC--TRIPLE CROWN-PREAKNESS SHIFT

DESCRIPTION: Yet another Kentucky Derby winner skipping the Preakness Stakes comes as Maryland officials are considering moving the second leg of the Triple Crown back a week in the name of getting more horses to run. That may not be enough, trainers say, in a modern era when elite thoroughbreds typically go four weeks or more between races. By Stephen Whyno. Text, photos.

UPCOMING: By 05/12/2026 3:00 p.m. EDT, Text

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BKN-NBA PLAYOFF COVERAGE

DESCRIPTION: Coverage of the NBA playoffs

UPCOMING: By 05/12/2026 5:00 p.m. EDT, Photo, Text

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GLF—PGA ANNIVERSARIES

DESCRIPTION: A look back at PGA Championships that are marking key anniversaries this year.

UPCOMING: By 05/12/2026 6:00 a.m. EDT, Text

GLF—PGA CHAMPIONSHIP-THE FITZPATRICKS

DESCRIPTION: Alex Fitzpatrick is enjoying the spotlight in the golf world, especially after winning the Zurich Classic team event with his brother Matt. The Fitzpatrick brothers, from Sheffield, England, are both strong contenders for the PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club.

UPCOMING: By 05/12/2026 6:00 a.m. EDT, Text

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BBO--DIAMONDBACKS-ROTATION REBOUND

DESCRIPTION: PHOENIX — Arizona’s starters went through a rough stretch, prompting a meeting with manager Torey Lovullo. The Diamondbacks received the message and have pitched well ever since. By John Marshall. 600 words, photos by 3 p.m. PT.

UPCOMING: By 05/12/2026 6:00 p.m. EDT, Text

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HKN--NHL PLAYOFFS COVERAGE

FORMATS: Photo, Text

1. WITH: HKN--DUCKS-GOLDEN KNIGHTS

2. DESCRIPTION: The Anaheim Ducks visit the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 5 of their second-round series tied at two games apiece.

3. UPCOMING: By 05/12/2026 9:30 p.m. EDT

4. WITH: HKN--SABRES-CANADIENS

5. DESCRIPTION: The Buffalo Sabres try to even their second-round series against Montreal in Game 4. Text, photos. Game starts at 7 p.m. Eastern.

6. UPCOMING: By 05/12/2026 11:00 p.m. EDT

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NEW AND DEVELOPING

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BKN--THUNDER-LAKERS

Champion Thunder hold off tenacious Lakers 115-110 in Game 4 for another playoff series sweep

SUMMARY: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points, Chet Holmgren made a tiebreaking dunk with 32.8 seconds to play, and the Oklahoma City Thunder swept the Los Angeles Lakers out of the second round of the NBA playoffs with a 115-110 victory in Game 4. Ajay Mitchell scored 10 of his 28 points in the frantic final period as the Thunder overcame the Lakers’ tenacity and improved to 8-0 in the playoffs with their toughest victory of the postseason. LeBron James had 24 points and 14 rebounds, but missed a driving bank shot with 20 seconds left that would have put the Lakers back ahead.

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BKN--PISTONS-CAVALIERS

Mitchell ties NBA playoff mark with 39 points in 2nd half as Cavs even series vs. Pistons 112-103

SUMMARY: Donovan Mitchell tied an NBA playoff record with 39 points in the second half as the Cleveland Cavaliers evened their second-round NBA playoff series against the Detroit Pistons with a 112-103 victory. Mitchell evened the mark of Eric “Sleepy” Floyd on a free throw with 27.6 seconds remaining. He had a chance to break the record, set in 1987 against the Los Angeles Lakers, but missed his second foul shot. Mitchell finished with 43 points. Caris LeVert had a season-high 24 points for Detroit. Game 5 is Wednesday night in Detroit.

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HKN--AVALANCHE-MACKINNON

MacKinnon takes a puck from an Avs teammate to the face

SUMMARY: Colorado Avalanche star Nathan MacKinnon skated off with a bloody nose after being struck by a puck hit by teammate Devon Toews in the second period of Game 4 of their second-round NHL playoff series against the Minnesota Wild. The league’s leading goal scorer during the regular season collapsed to his knees in pain before an athletic trainer arrived to press a towel under his nose and help him skate off the ice. Blood streamed down the inside of MacKinnon’s visor as he went up the tunnel for further treatment shortly before the second intermission. He returned for the third period and had an empty-net goal in Colorado’s 5-2 win.

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BKN--CAVALIERS-MITCHELL

From 4 points to tying a playoff record with a 39-point half, Donovan Mitchell flips Game 4 for Cavs

SUMMARY: Donovan Mitchell had his worst first half in a playoff game since joining the Cleveland Cavaliers in September 2022. No problem. The All-Star guard followed it up with one of the best 24-minute stretches by a player in NBA playoff history Monday night. After scoring only four points in the first half, Mitchell responded with 39 in the second half, tying the NBA playoff record for most points in a half as the Cavaliers rallied for a 112-103 victory over the Detroit Pistons in Game 4 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series.

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HKN--AVALANCHE-WILD

Avalanche bounce back to beat the Wild 5-2 and take a 3-1 lead in the series

SUMMARY: Ross Colton and Parker Kelly each scored their first goals of the postseason in the third period for Colorado as the Avalanche snapped back from a midseries lull and beat the Minnesota Wild 5-2 in Game 4 to take a 3-1 lead in the second round of the NHL playoffs. Mackenzie Blackwood made 19 saves in his first start this postseason after relieving Scott Wedgewood during the 5-1 loss in Game 3. The Avalanche moved within one win of the Western Conference finals. Danila Yurov and Nico Sturm scored for the Wild.

WORDS: 520 - MOVED: 05/12/2026 12:43 a.m. EDT

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US--TIGER WOODS CRASH

Tiger Woods’ lawyer and prosecutors are set to argue over prescription records in Florida DUI case

SUMMARY: Tiger Woods’ attorney and prosecutors are set to argue about whether the golfer’s prescription drug records should be handed over to the state following his March arrest in Florida on suspicion of driving under the influence. A hearing is scheduled for Tuesday morning in Martin County circuit court. Prosecutors have issued a subpoena seeking copies of all prescription medication records for the legendary golfer from the start of the year through the end of March. Woods’ attorney says his client has a constitutional right to privacy when it comes to his prescription medications. If the judge determines the drug records are necessary, the defense has also asked for a protective order limiting their release. Woods has pleaded not guilty.

WORDS: 251 - MOVED: 05/12/2026 12:01 a.m. EDT

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FBN--OBIT-MORTON

Craig Morton, who became the first quarterback to start Super Bowl for two franchises, dies at 83

SUMMARY: Craig Morton, who spent 18 years in the NFL and became the first quarterback to start the Super Bowl for two franchises, the Dallas Cowboys and Denver Broncos, has died. He was 83. Morton died Saturday in Mill Valley, California, the Denver Broncos confirmed through his family. Morton is one of only four QBs to start the NFL’s biggest game with two organizations. The other three — Peyton Manning, Tom Brady and Kurt Warner — all ended up with at least one win. Morton’s only Super Bowl ring came as a backup.

WORDS: 643 - MOVED: 05/11/2026 11:55 p.m. EDT

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SOC--ENGLISH ROUNDUP

Spurs draw with Leeds for priceless point in Premier League survival fight

SUMMARY: Tottenham has taken a tentative step toward securing its Premier League status after a 1-1 home draw against Leeds. The result lifts the north London club two points clear of West Ham. One of the two will be relegated and join Wolves and Burnley in the Championship next season. Both have two rounds left. Spurs hold their destiny in their hands. Mathys Tels put Spurs ahead but Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s late penalty gave Leeds a share of the points. In the Championship, Hull beat Millwall 2-0 to set up a playoff final against Southampton or Middlesbrough. The winner goes up to the Premier League.

WORDS: 518 - MOVED: 05/11/2026 10:33 p.m. EDT

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HKW--FROST-VICTOIRE POSTPONED

PWHL postpones Minnesota-Montreal Game 5 out of player safety illness concerns

SUMMARY: The fifth and deciding game of the PWHL’s semifinal playoff series between Minnesota and Montreal scheduled for Monday night has been postponed. The league announced Game 5 between the Frost and Victoire would not take place in Laval, Quebec, as planned because of player safety concerns related to an illness. It has been rescheduled for Tuesday night. The winner will face the Ottawa Charge in the Walter Cup Final.

WORDS: 332 - MOVED: 05/11/2026 9:19 p.m. EDT

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BBO--DODGERS-BETTS RETURNS

Mookie Betts returns to the Dodgers’ lineup after an oblique injury

SUMMARY: Mookie Betts has returned to the Los Angeles Dodgers’ lineup after a five-week absence due to an oblique injury. Betts is set to hit second in the series opener against the San Francisco Giants. Manager Dave Roberts says Betts will start at shortstop on Monday and Tuesday, then rest on Wednesday. The Dodgers have struggled recently, losing seven of their last 11 games. Before his injury, Betts was batting .179 with two home runs after opening spring training on an offensive tear.

WORDS: 462 - MOVED: 05/11/2026 8:40 p.m. EDT

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FBN--NFL SCHEDULE

2026 NFL schedule: Bills stadium debuts Week 2, Cowboys at Giants Week 1, vs. Eagles on Thanksgiving

SUMMARY: The Buffalo Bills’ first regular-season game in their new stadium will be against the Detroit Lions on Sept. 17 and will kick off Amazon Prime Video’s “Thursday Night Football” schedule. The matchup was one of three announced by the NFL on Monday on Monday as NBC, Fox and Prime Video made their upfront presentations to advertisers. The Dallas Cowboys were part of the other two unveilings. The Cowboys will visit the New York Giants in the first NBC “Sunday Night Football” game of the season on Sept. 13 and they will host the Philadelphia Eagles on Fox on Thanksgiving Day Nov. 26.

WORDS: 558 - MOVED: 05/11/2026 8:00 p.m. EDT

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BKN--TIMBERWOLVES-EDWARDS

Anthony Edwards awes Timberwolves with his performance despite recent trouble with both knees

SUMMARY: The durability of Anthony Edwards has proven to be the most valuable trait for the Minnesota Timberwolves during the NBA playoffs this year among his many superpowers on the court. Edwards hit the 40-minute mark for the second straight game and played the entire fourth quarter while scoring 36 points in leading the Timberwolves past the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4 of their second-round series. Edwards returned in nine days from a hyperextended left knee and a deep bone bruise to help fuel a Game 1 win. He has also played much of the season with right knee pain.

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RAC--PREAKNESS-DRAW

Iron Honor is a slight 9-2 favorite on the morning line for the Preakness

SUMMARY: Iron Honor is the morning line favorite at 9-2 in a wide-open Preakness this weekend that does not include Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo. There’s no telling who will be the bettors’ choice by the time the race actually starts Saturday at Laurel Park. Taj Mahal at 5-1, Chip Honcho at 5-1, Incredibolt at 5-1 and Ocelli at 6-1 were also among the favorites following Monday’s draw, but none has particularly short odds in what could be the largest Preakness field in 15 years. The previous time 14 horses made it to the starting gate was in 2011.

WORDS: 537 - MOVED: 05/11/2026 6:52 p.m. EDT

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GLF--PGA CHAMPIONSHIP

PGA Championship at Aronimink is largely about the big slopes on big greens

SUMMARY: The first day of practice for the PGA Championship at Aronimink made it clear what’s important. The greens are big. And so are the slopes on the putting surfaces. Keegan Bradley won the BMW Championship at Aronimink in 2018. He says driving isn’t the biggest issue, but the greens can be crazy with all the slopes. Matt Fitzpatrick says it will be hard for the PGA to find enough pin positions on some of them. Jordan Spieth played nine holes to get ready for his 10th try at completing the career Grand Slam. He’s missing only the PGA.

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FBC--CFP-SANKEY

SEC commissioner Greg Sankey stands firm on 16-team CFP, details challenges amid 24-team push

SUMMARY: Southeastern Conference commissioner Greg Sankey stands firm on expanding the College Football Playoff to 16 teams. The Big Ten supports a 24-team bracket, so for now the CFP will go ahead at 12 teams. Sankey noted various scheduling challenges, including conference championship games, nonconference matchups and even the Army-Navy game.

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TEN--FRENCH OPEN-PRIZE MONEY

Pegula putting family experience in NFL and NHL to use in tennis prize money protest

SUMMARY: Talk of a boycott from top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka and Jannik Sinner has grabbed attention. Behind the scenes it’s been Jessica Pegula organizing the top tennis players in their protest with the Grand Slams over the share of tournament revenues devoted to prize money. It comes naturally to Pegula. She grew up in a household of sports managers. Her parents own the NFL’s Buffalo Bills and the NHL’s Buffalo Sabres. Pegula says “I think it maybe does just because I feel like I’ve taken on a bit of a leadership role with it.”

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SOC--WCUP-ARROWHEAD STADIUM

Kansas City Chiefs are ready to turn over revamped Arrowhead Stadium to FIFA for the World Cup

SUMMARY: The Kansas City Chiefs have transformed Arrowhead Stadium to host World Cup games, fulfilling a long-held dream of the Hunt family. The stadium will host six pool-play games starting next month, including a round of 32 match and a quarterfinal. The first match, featuring Argentina and Algeria, is June 16. The stadium was built in 1972, and that meant it had to undergo significant changes to meet FIFA’s requirements, including seat removal and field upgrades. The Chiefs have collaborated for nearly a decade to make this happen. Fans will be bussed in from satellite parking areas because of limited parking while signage is being stripped to avoid any conflicts in sponsorships.

WORDS: 657 - MOVED: 05/11/2026 3:55 p.m. EDT

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CAR--NASCAR-SVG-PLAYOFFS-PUSH

After dominating the road in NASCAR, Shane van Gisbergen wants to master ovals and make the Chase

SUMMARY: With his second consecutive victory at Watkins Glen International, Shane van Gisbergen moved back into a provisional spot in the NASCAR Cup Series Chase. But he isn’t locked into the 10-race championship run as he was for last year’s playoffs (which have been overhauled this season). Whether the Trackhouse Racing driver will make the 10-race championship run depends on if he and his team can keep improving on the ovals that dominate the Cup circuit.

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SOC--ATLETICO MADRID-CARDOSO

US midfielder Cardoso set to miss the World Cup because of ankle surgery

SUMMARY: United States midfielder Johnny Cardoso is set to miss the World Cup because of a right ankle injury that requires surgery. His Spanish club Atletico Madrid has announced the surgery. The procedure usually requires months of recovery and the World Cup begins in one month. Atletico didn’t give a timetable for his return. It also hasn’t immediately said when or where the surgery will take place. The 24-year-old Cardoso sprained his right ankle in training with Atletico last week. He has 23 appearances for the U.S. since his debut in 2020.

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FBC--MISSOURI-HARDY SHOOTING

Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy is in stable condition after being shot at a concert

SUMMARY: Missouri officials say All-America running back Ahmad Hardy is in stable condition after being shot at a concert in Mississippi. Missouri announced in a statement that Hardy was shot early Sunday morning and underwent surgery for the gunshot wound later that day. Hardy earned first-team Associated Press All-America honors last season and was one of three finalists for the Doak Walker Award. The Laurel (Mississippi) Leader-Call reported that the shooting happened at an outdoor concert at a bike club and three people of interest were in custody. Laurel police Sgt. Macon Davis described the scene to the Leader-Call as a “melee.”

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