CHICAGO teams
Imanaga stellar again, Cubs end game with double play to edge Mets 1-0
— Ian Happ, Nick Madrigal and Miguel Amaya teamed up for the game-ending double play Wednesday night, preserving the win for sensational rookie Shota Imanaga after he threw seven scoreless innings in the Chicago Cubs’ 1-0 victory over the New York Mets.
What each eliminated NBA team needs to do this offseason
We break down the summer priorities and needs for the NBA teams that have already been sent home.
Tracking fifth-year options for 2021 first-rounders: Which have been picked up or declined?
The May 2 deadline is approaching for teams to pick up fifth-year options on rookie contracts. Which teams have made a decision?
Illinois Gov.: Bears' stadium plan a 'nonstarter'
The Chicago Bears' proposal to fund a new lakefront stadium remains a "nonstarter," Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker's office said after top aides met with team officials Wednesday.
Twins rally late for 10th straight win, 10-5 over White Sox
— Max Kepler and José Miranda hit run-scoring singles to put Minnesota ahead in the seventh, and the Twins rallied late for their 10th straight win, 10-5 over the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday.
Bears waive P Trenton Gill after drafting Tory Taylor in fourth round
Bears GM Ryan Poles said Taylor will put opponents in uncomfortable situations with his accuracy.
Hour 2 - BANG! BANG!
Carlin and Joe chat with ESPN lead NBA voice Mike Breen about the Sixers incredible comeback, comparing Tyrese Maxey's performance vs. Reggie Miller's, and when he decides to go with a "Double Bang" call. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hour 3 - End of Embiid Era?
Carlin and Joe wonder if tonight will be the official end of the process in Philadelphia and if the Joel Embiid will ask for a trade after the season. Plus, has the NFC North become the best division in football? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ranking the 50 best players in the college football transfer portal
We're ranking the best players in the portal by past production and potential to contribute to a new team.
Barnwell: Does trading up in the NFL draft actually work? What we can learn from 242 past deals
Trading up isn't simply a pass/fail conversation, but there often is a clear winner. Here's what previous NFL draft deals can teach us.
Ranking the best 100 picks of the NFL draft: We stacked the top selections over seven rounds
Matt Miller picked out his 100 favorite selections, factoring in value, fit and trades. Which pick is No. 1? Which teams dominated the list?
Changing sides of a rivalry? What it means when a star manager leaves his longtime team
As Craig Counsell's Cubs take on his old club -- Pat Murphy's Brewers -- we dive into the impact of big-time manager moves.
Impact newcomers for college football's top 25 teams: QBs, transfers, freshmen who will play early
What transfers have taken over starting jobs? What five-star recruits have shined this spring? We break down the teams.
Keys to offseason: What's next for Islanders and Jets
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast its 2024-25 outlook.
Kepler lifts Twins over White Sox 6-5 for team's first 9-game win streak in 16 years
— Max Kepler drove in the tiebreaking run in the ninth inning for the second straight game, this time with a sacrifice fly, and the Minnesota Twins won their ninth in a row, 6-5 over the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday night.
DJ Stewart hits a 3-run homer to lead the Mets past the Cubs 4-2
— DJ Stewart hit a tiebreaking three-run homer in the sixth inning Tuesday night, lifting the New York Mets to a 4-2 win over the Chicago Cubs.
Illini's Hawkins to hit portal, still keen on draft
Coleman Hawkins, the forward coming off a strong season at Illinois, said Tuesday he plans to enter the transfer portal but remains focused on the NBA draft.
Jokic a Cavalier? Embiid a Buck?! Redrafting the memorable 2014 NBA draft
Jeremy Woo redrafts the 2014 NBA draft lottery, featuring the two best big men in the NBA in Nikola Jokic (No. 41 overall) and Joel Embiid (No. 3).
The replacements: Who will fill the shoes of those picked in the first round of the NFL draft?
Who will take over for the names called last Thursday? Our experts give you a look at who could fill those roles.
Bedard, Faber, Hughes named Calder finalists
The Blackhawks' Connor Bedard, the Wild's Brock Faber and the Devils' Luke Hughes are the finalists for the Calder Award, given to the NHL's top first-year player.
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NBA: 2023-24 Central Standings
MLB: 2024 NL Central Standings
TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Milwaukee | 19 | 11 | .633 | - | W2 |
Chicago | 19 | 12 | .613 | 0.5 | W1 |
Cincinnati | 16 | 15 | .516 | 3.5 | L2 |
St. Louis | 14 | 17 | .452 | 5.5 | L2 |
Pittsburgh | 14 | 18 | .438 | 6 | L4 |
MLB: 2024 AL Central Standings
TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Cleveland | 20 | 10 | .667 | - | W1 |
Kansas City | 19 | 13 | .594 | 2 | W2 |
Detroit | 18 | 13 | .581 | 2.5 | W2 |
Minnesota | 17 | 13 | .567 | 3 | W10 |
Chicago | 6 | 25 | .194 | 14.5 | L3 |