The Lead: Starting Five

Plus: Iowa’s maestro guides the program back to its first Final Four in 30 years. And the Seahawks bring in an old stalwart to solidify their defense.

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Plus: A 5’8” point guard’s virtuoso performance steals the heart of the nation. And another undersized collegiate star makes his case to become a number one pick.

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Plus: A Western Conference All-Star makes his long-awaited return at a crucial point of the season. And MLB puts bat boys and girls on notice.

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Plus: Rick Pitino completes his improbable return to the Big East. And a former-MVP looks to make his return to the NFL.

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Plus: Japan comes back from the dead to walk it off at the WBC. And Frank Reich gives a Kentucky fried metaphor for picking his next quarterback. 

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Plus: One of college basketball’s most storied programs misses the Sweet Sixteen for the first time in over a decade. And Trea Turner catches fire at the WBC.

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Plus: The Kings continue their impressive climb up the Western Conference Standings. And Shohei continues to go full Ohtani at the WBC.

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Plus: Aliyah Boston joins one of the most exclusive clubs in college basketball. And Puerto Rico gets a landmark victory at the WBC — but they have most lost a key piece along the way.

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Plus: Another star NFL player is on the move and it might be because of his... wedding? And a son fulfills his father’s prophecy at the WBC.

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Plus: The Bears and Falcons make a free agency splash, while the Bengals and Eagles flop. And three spectacular pitching moments at the WBC.

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