Cubs starter Marcus Stroman became the first pitcher to be called for a pitch clock violation while Boston Red Sox third baseman Rafael Devers became the first player to strike out on a pitch clock violation on Opening Day on Thursday.
Alabama star freshman Miller entering NBA draft
Alabama’s Brandon Miller, the nation’s leading freshman scorer at 18.8 points per game, told ESPN on Thursday that he’s entering the 2023 NBA draft.
College ump regrets judgment ‘lapse’ on viral call
Umpire Reggie Drummer, who was suspended after his game-ending call in a college baseball game went viral last month, said he regrets the call but also noted the way he was treated by players and fans caused a “lapse of judgment.”
Judge launches 2023’s first homer in opening AB
Aaron Judge rang in Opening Day the same way he marked many games last season: with a home run.
Mets putting Verlander on IL with muscle strain
The Mets are placing co-ace Justin Verlander on the injured list because of a low-grade teres major strain, the team announced Thursday.
Indiana’s Moren tops Staley as coach of year
Teri Moren has led Indiana to some unprecedented heights this season, culminating in winning AP Coach of the Year.
MLB Opening Day 2023: Lineups, live updates — and everything you need to know
Offseason chaos. A historic World Baseball Classic. New rules. After a wild winter, MLB’s regular season starts Thursday with all 30 teams in action.
Mara warns Daboll: Don’t go ‘from Bono to Bozo’
Brian Daboll recently received a lighthearted warning from Giants owner John Mara, who jokingly told the reigning NFL Coach of the Year that “it doesn’t take long to go from Bono to Bozo.”
NBA MVP Straw Poll: Just when you thought this race couldn’t get any closer …
How tight is the race between Nikola Jokic and Joel Embiid? Can Giannis Antetokounmpo play spoiler? The final NBA MVP straw poll of the season is here.
Clark lands AP women’s POY after historic season
Caitlin Clark is The Associated Press college women’s basketball Player of the Year after leading Iowa to the Big Ten tournament title and the school’s first Final Four in 30 years.