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Fans blast Rory McIlroy over his comments after losing Masters lead

The first two rounds of the 2026 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Ga., felt like nothing more than part of a ceremony for an eventual Rory McIlroy coronation. The Northern Irishman held a six-shot lead through 36 holes.  That lead has now completely evaporated following a brutal Saturday from McIlroy, paired … The post Fans blast Rory McIlroy over his comments after losing Masters lead appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Penguins send a message to Alex Ovechkin in his possible Pittsburgh farewell

The Pittsburgh Penguins showed respect to Washington Capitals superstar Alex Ovechkin on Saturday. In what could be his possible final game in Pittsburgh, Ovechkin drew loud applause and a standing ovation from the fans inside the PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, Pa. For over two decades, Ovechkin has been the face of one of Pittsburgh’s … The post Penguins send a message to Alex Ovechkin in his possible Pittsburgh farewell appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Scottie Scheffler shuts down a reporter after a bizarre Masters question

Scottie Scheffler was not going to let an odd question from a reporter ruin his incredible Saturday at the 2026 Masters. Scheffler fired a 7-under 65 in the third round of the Masters at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Ga., giving his chances of winning a Green Jacket this year a big boost. It … The post Scottie Scheffler shuts down a reporter after a bizarre Masters question appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Texas A&M baseball players ran on field to help grounds crew with tarp

The Texas A&M baseball team had to come to the aid of the grounds crew on Saturday when a storm forced the game into a delay. The Aggies’ game against Texas at Blue Bell Park in College Station, Tx. was forced into a delay thanks to a huge downpour on Saturday afternoon. Conditions were rough, … The post Texas A&M baseball players ran on field to help grounds crew with tarp appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Padres pull an unusual move with the struggling Fernando Tatis Jr.

The San Diego Padres are doing everything they can to wake up the slumping Fernando Tatis Jr. San Diego revealed before Saturday’s game against the Colorado Rockies that they are starting the three-time All-Star Tatis at second base for the contest. It marks the first time in Tatis’ entire MLB career that he has started … The post Padres pull an unusual move with the struggling Fernando Tatis Jr. appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Nuggets have big Nikola Jokic decision to make for season finale

The Denver Nuggets have a decision to make when it comes to playing Nikola Jokic during Sunday’s regular season finale against the San Antonio Spurs. Jokic is officially listed as questionable for Sunday’s game after sitting out Friday’s game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. That leaves the star center with 64 games played, meaning he … The post Nuggets have big Nikola Jokic decision to make for season finale appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Denzel Clarke gives up home run on robbery attempt

Athletics center fielder Denzel Clarke has shown himself capable of stealing home runs during his MLB career. On Saturday, his attempt to do so against the New York Mets went very wrong. Clarke was trying to line up a deep fly ball off the bat of New York’s Francisco Alvarez during Saturday’s game at Citi … The post Denzel Clarke gives up home run on robbery attempt appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Caleb Williams-Kendall Jenner video sparks ‘Kardashian Curse’ concerns

Fans of the Chicago Bears are getting a real scare this week. Video went viral on Saturday of Bears star quarterback Caleb Williams attending this year’s Coachella Festival in Indio, Calif. The video showed that Williams was in sitting in the same VIP section as both Kendall Jenner and Kylie Jenner. You can see the … The post Caleb Williams-Kendall Jenner video sparks ‘Kardashian Curse’ concerns appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Rory McIlroy’s Masters lead slips away after brutal sequence

Rory McIlroy lost his lead at The Masters on the back nine Saturday, with one sequence in particular hastening his fall. McIlroy entered Saturday at -12 with a six-stroke lead, but saw it slip away thanks to a few poorly-timed bogeys and strong play from rivals. His day was best summed up on No. 11, … The post Rory McIlroy’s Masters lead slips away after brutal sequence appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jazz Chisholm blamed the weather for his slow start

New York Yankees infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. is off to a slow start at the plate this season, and he thinks the reasons for it are outside of his control. Chisholm was hitting just .170 entering play Saturday, but was not worried about his numbers. The second baseman said he wasn’t hitting because the weather … The post Jazz Chisholm blamed the weather for his slow start appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Blue Jays will have nearly $100 million on IL after rough George Springer news

2026 has quickly become the season from hell for the Toronto Blue Jays. The Blue Jays announced on Saturday that outfielder George Springer has suffered a fracture to his left big toe. Springer was injured when he fouled a ball off his foot in the third inning of Saturday’s game against the Minnesota Twins at … The post Blue Jays will have nearly $100 million on IL after rough George Springer news appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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LaMelo Ball had the most profane trash talk for Isaiah Stewart

LaMelo Ball certainly likes to live dangerously. The Charlotte Hornets star Ball had a viral moment of trash talk during Saturday’s game against the Detroit Pistons. In the third quarter at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C., Ball was jockeying with Pistons big man Isaiah Stewart for a rebound. Ball ultimately tracked down the loose ball … The post LaMelo Ball had the most profane trash talk for Isaiah Stewart appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Shane Lowry gets his 2nd career Masters hole-in-one

Shane Lowry became the first player in the history of The Masters tournament to collect two career hole-in-ones at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Ga. Lowry aced No. 6 on Saturday on a perfect shot. He got a rousing ovation from the patrons and pumped his fists enthusiastically. Needing one stroke on No. 6, … The post Shane Lowry gets his 2nd career Masters hole-in-one appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Fans left stunned by photo of LeBron James with Cameron Brink

Cameron Brink can apparently measure up to The King. The Los Angeles Sparks star Brink was in attendance for Friday night’s Los Angeles Lakers-Phoenix Suns matchup at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Calif. The Sparks, just like the Lakers, play their home games at Crypto.com Arena, and Friday’s NBA game also featured a celebration of … The post Fans left stunned by photo of LeBron James with Cameron Brink appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Michigan had the best way of announcing Dusty May’s new contract

Michigan Wolverines athletic director Warde Manuel confirmed Saturday that coach Dusty May will be staying, and he did so in the best way possible. Manuel confirmed on stage at Michigan’s celebratory championship rally in Ann Arbor that he had reached a verbal agreement with May on a new contract. The news received a huge ovation … The post Michigan had the best way of announcing Dusty May’s new contract appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Chicago Sky trade for another Caitlin Clark enemy after Angel Reese’s exit

The Chicago Sky are going from one of Caitlin Clark’s enemies to another. Chicago announced on Saturday that they have acquired guard Jacy Sheldon in a trade with the Washington Mystics. The Sky are sending a 2028 first-round pick back to the Mystics in exchange for Sheldon. Sheldon, 25, is a former No. 5 overall … The post Chicago Sky trade for another Caitlin Clark enemy after Angel Reese’s exit appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Victor Wembanyama has bold take on his DPOY odds

Victor Wembanyama is not modest about his expectations for an end-of-season award haul. The San Antonio Spurs center was asked if he would be surprised if he did not win Defensive Player of the Year honors unanimously at the end of the season, and Wembanyama did not mince words. “Yes, I would,” Wembanyama said. “Yes, … The post Victor Wembanyama has bold take on his DPOY odds appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Cowboys DB arrested on felony drug charge

Dallas Cowboys defensive back Markquese Bell is facing a felony drug charge after being arrested on Friday. Bell was arrested by Prosper, Tex. police and charged with possession of a controlled substance and marijuana, per ESPN’s Todd Archer. Possession of a controlled substance is a felony. The Cowboys are aware of the arrest and declined … The post Cowboys DB arrested on felony drug charge appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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LeBron James has cryptic message about facing Steph Curry again

LeBron James and Steph Curry went the entire season without playing against each other, and James is using that fact to once again raise questions about his own future. Curry did not play in Thursday’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers as the Golden State Warriors manage his right knee injury. That meant the two … The post LeBron James has cryptic message about facing Steph Curry again appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Toaster strudel trash talk: Josh Hokit’s cringe-fest steals UFC spotlight

Josh Hokit, an undefeated heavyweight prospect and former NFL player, has dominated headlines during UFC 327 fight week in Miami for all the wrong reasons. Scheduled to face Curtis Blaydes on Saturday night, the rising contender opted for theatrical antics aimed at generating viral moments rather than focusing on the matchup itself. At the ceremonial … The post Toaster strudel trash talk: Josh Hokit’s cringe-fest steals UFC spotlight appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Brittney Griner lands seven-figure with Connecticut Sun

Brittney Griner has signed a seven-figure contract with the Connecticut Sun, marking one of the notable deals as the WNBA’s new collective bargaining agreement takes effect and free agency opens. The agreement was first reported by the team’s sideline reporter, Terrika Foster-Brasby, and confirmed by other outlets on Friday. The 35-year-old center, standing 6-foot-9, brings … The post Brittney Griner lands seven-figure with Connecticut Sun appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Coco Gauff claps back at hairstyle critics: ‘I won’t apologize’

Tennis star Coco Gauff ended a month-long social media hiatus to respond to negative comments about her natural hair in a recent Miu Miu advertising campaign. The 22-year-old two-time Grand Slam champion, who is preparing to defend her French Open title, shared an eight-minute TikTok video addressing the backlash that followed the photoshoot. In the … The post Coco Gauff claps back at hairstyle critics: ‘I won’t apologize’ appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Georgia basketball player arrested in Bulldogs’ latest vehicular case

Georgia basketball freshman Kareem Stagg was arrested Wednesday in Oconee County after authorities clocked him driving 87 MPH in a 65 MPH zone on Ga. 316. The 6-foot-8, 230-pound forward from Chesapeake, Va., was alone in a 2023 Tesla Model Y at the time of the stop. Stagg told the officer he did not have … The post Georgia basketball player arrested in Bulldogs’ latest vehicular case appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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JJ Redick admits rivals eager to face injury-hit Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers enter the final weekend of the 2025-26 NBA regular season in a vulnerable position, short-handed due to significant injuries. With star guard Luka Doncic sidelined by a Grade 2 left hamstring strain and key contributor Austin Reaves out with a Grade 2 left oblique muscle injury, the team sits at 51-29, … The post JJ Redick admits rivals eager to face injury-hit Lakers appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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