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Spurs promote Mitch Johnson to head coach, taking over for Gregg PopovichMay 02, 2025 12:17 pm - Mitch Johnson never expected to be coach of the San Antonio Spurs, not even on an interim basis. It's his team going forward. Johnson, the interim coach for the final 77 games the Spurs played this season, will be the new coach of the team after Friday's announcement by Gregg Popovich that he is stepping down and transitioning solely into being the team's president of basketball operations.
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Examining the Chicago Bears’ depth chart following the NFL draftMay 02, 2025 11:50 am - The 2025 Bears roster is nearly complete. The Bears could make another free-agent addition or two before the season begins. But for the most part, this is what the team will look like Week 1.
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Scottie Scheffler returns to hometown Byron Nelson, takes 1st-round lead with 10-under 61May 01, 2025 8:02 pm - Scottie Scheffler is the first-round leader in his hometown Byron Nelson after shooting a 10-under 61. The top-ranked player has a two-shot lead over Rico Hoey and Jhonattan Vegas. Scheffler played with fellow hometown star and Texas Longhorns alum Jordan Spieth, who shot 69.
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Sources: Chicago Fire has MLS priority, inside track to sign Kevin De BruyneMay 01, 2025 5:50 pm - The Chicago Fire is a favorite to sign Manchester City star Kevin De Bruyne this summer, according to multiple sources familiar with the discussions.
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Cubs solve Skenes, belt 4 home runs in win over PiratesMay 01, 2025 5:36 pm - Reigning NL Rookie of the Year Paul Skenes had given up just 1 home run all season. But the Cubs connected for 3 in the fifth inning Thursday as they beat Skenes and the Pirates 8-3.
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Luis Robert Jr. drives in 4 runs, stars in the outfield to help White Sox beat Brewers 8-0May 01, 2025 4:20 pm - Miguel Vargas hit a 3-run home run, Luis Robert Jr. had 4 RBI and the White Sox beat the Milwaukee Brewers 8-0. Sean Burke (2-4) gave up two hits and three walks over six scoreless innings. Mike Vasil, Brandon Eisert and Jared Shuster each threw an inning of no-hit relief.
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Suns promote Brian Gregory to general manager as Phoenix revamps front officeMay 01, 2025 4:12 pm - Brian Gregory, a native of the Northwest suburbs, has been named general manager of the Phoenix Suns.
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Baseball’s work-life balance? Counsell, Shelton try to find time for familyMay 01, 2025 3:59 pm - Pirates manager Derek Shelton, a Warren Township High School grad, skipped Thursday’s game against the Cubs to attend his son’s college graduation. Craig Counsell can relate but has trouble finding time for family.
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What we’re hearing about Colston Loveland and the Bears’ 2025 NFL draft classMay 01, 2025 1:46 pm - We don’t know if Colston Loveland will be a star or live up to his draft cachet. The fit made a ton of sense, pairing a skilled tight end with head coach Ben Johnson. Draft analysts have universally praised the pick. But the Bears weren’t the only ones who rated Loveland highly.
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2025 NBA mock draft: Cooper Flagg is sure No. 1 in shallow pool of prospectsMay 01, 2025 1:25 pm - NBA teams with selections in the 40s are quite worried as to whether those picks will have much value. Even teams in the late 20s and 30s have serious questions as to whether those picks will deliver commensurate value with what a normal selection in that range will bring.