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UFC star got knocked out after showing ‘mercy’ to opponent who blew out his knee

UFC veteran Jiri Prochazka learned the hard way that there’s nothing more dangerous than a wounded animal. Prochazka (32-6-1) looked like he was being gifted a victory Saturday against Carlos Ulberg (15-1-0) in the main event of UFC 327 at Kaseya Center in Miami, Fla. Ulberg visibly injured his leg in the first round while … The post UFC star got knocked out after showing ‘mercy’ to opponent who blew out his knee appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Texas lands major elite scorer in transfer portal

The Texas Longhorns are adding some scoring punch heading into next season. Incoming sophomore guard Isaiah Johnson is transferring to Texas, according to a report from On3’s Joe Tipton. Johnson later confirmed the news on his personal Instagram account, posting several photos of himself in the school’s familiar burnt orange uniform. “Hook ‘Em,” Johnson captioned … The post Texas lands major elite scorer in transfer portal appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Willson Contreras had emotional message in return to St. Louis

Willson Contreras has nothing but love for his former fan base. The Boston Red Sox first baseman returned to Busch Stadium this weekend for the first time since the St. Louis Cardinals traded Contreras in December. Contreras had a major impact in Saturday’s interconference clash, going 2-for-4 at the plate with a game-high 3 RBIs … The post Willson Contreras had emotional message in return to St. Louis appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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14-year NFL veteran arrested for DUI

Longtime NFL wide receiver Ted Ginn Jr. has been arrested for DUI. The 14-year veteran was charged with driving while intoxicated in Tarrant County, Texas. The Euless Police Department arrested Ginn on Saturday afternoon. He was later released after posting $1,000 bail, per a report from WSYX’s Kierstin Lindkvist. The police encounter occurred just a … The post 14-year NFL veteran arrested for DUI appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jaylen Warren shares his blunt take on Aaron Rodgers’ uncertain future

Aaron Rodgers remains a mystery in the NFL offseason. His future with the Pittsburgh Steelers and in the NFL, for that matter, has largely been uncertain since the AFC North franchise was eliminated by the Houston Texans in the playoffs. Steelers running back Jaylen Warren is fine with whichever direction Rodgers takes. “You know, I’m … The post Jaylen Warren shares his blunt take on Aaron Rodgers’ uncertain future appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Caitlin Clark reacts to significant news about her Fever teammate

Caitlin Clark is feeling great after the Indiana Fever’s latest move. On Saturday, the Fever announced they had signed guard Lexie Hull to a new contract, ensuring continuity in the backcourt partnership between Clark and the former Stanford Cardinal star.  The two also shared a video on social media to celebrate Hull’s deal. Lip-syncing to … The post Caitlin Clark reacts to significant news about her Fever teammate appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Shane Lowry has amazing 4-word reaction to hitting another Masters hole-in-one

It sounded like just another day in the Masters office on Saturday for Shane Lowry. The Irishman once again wowed the gallery at Augusta National with a hole-in-one on the 6th hole. He executed a perfect swing with his 7 iron to record an ace on the 190-yard par 3, becoming just the 7th Masters … The post Shane Lowry has amazing 4-word reaction to hitting another Masters hole-in-one appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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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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