Finals preview builds tension between Cavs and Warriors
Cavs star LeBron James and Warriors guard Stephen Curry prepare for Game 1 amid questions of readiness and experience. James seeks title drought end in Cleveland as Curry recalls rookie-season chats and MVP form. Kerr and Blatt emphasize focus as Irving may play through knee and foot issues. Klay Thompson cleared after concussion fears for opener.
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MLB apologizes to Royals over replay breakdown
Major League Baseball said its replay system failed during a crucial moment in a 2-1 loss to the Cleveland Indians in Kansas City. The eighth inning call on Jose Ramirez stood after a three minute review, despite slow motion photos suggesting an out. Royals manager Ned Yost lamented system breakdowns across the field.
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Djokovic Ends Nadal French Open Run In Quarterfinals
Novak Djokovic overwhelmed Rafael Nadal 7-5 6-3 6-1 at Court Philippe Chatrier to end Nadal's 39-match French Open winning streak. Djokovic advances to face Andy Murray in the semifinals with Wawrinka to meet Tsonga. Serena Williams and Timea Bacsinszky also reach the women's semis.
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Blackhawks rally to stun Lightning in Cup Final opener
Teuvo Teravainen and Antoine Vermette scored 1:58 apart late in the third period as the Chicago Blackhawks erased a lackluster start and beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-1 at Amalie Arena. Corey Crawford stopped 22 shots to give Chicago a 1-0 series lead with Game 2 set for Saturday in Tampa.
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American Pharoah Favored To Win Belmont Stakes
American Pharoah was made the early 3-5 favorite to win the Belmont Stakes and complete the Triple Crown. The Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner drew post five for Saturday’s race at Belmont Park, a spot that has produced fourteen winners including Seattle Slew in 1977. Trainer Bob Baffert praised the horse’s condition as it jogged on dirt earlier in the day.
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Florida repeats as WCWS champion in softball title
Florida secured its second consecutive national title by defeating Michigan 4-1 in Oklahoma City. Lauren Haeger pitched a complete game, allowing five hits with five strikeouts and reached base four times, earning most outstanding player honors. Florida becomes the third program to repeat as Women's College World Series champions and the first since Arizona in 2006-07.
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Royals Schedule Highlights This Friday and Tonight
The Royals host Cleveland tonight at 7 10 p m and return Friday for a 7 10 p m game against Texas. The back to back home dates feature key AL opponents with strong playoff implications and fan turnout expected high.
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Reds First Baseman Draws Three-Ball Walk Quoted
Omaha World-Herald columnist Brad Dickson notes the impact of low match scores as Reds first baseman Joey Votto draws a three-ball walk, reflecting on recent form and team performance.
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Tonight at Sportsman's Park Cardinals Roar Past Dodgers 10-1
Review of notable historic sports dates: 1940 first night game at Sportsman's Park as St. Louis beats Brooklyn 10 to 1. 1964 Koufax no hitter 12 strikeouts for Dodgers over Phillies 3-0. 1968 Drysdale six straight shutouts in Dodgers win 5-0. 1974 Indians Rangers game forfeited over 10 cent beer night with late 9th inning tie. 1987 Harris ends Moses winning streak by 47.56 in Madrid. 2009 Randy Johnson earns 300th win as Giants beat Nationals 5-1 in opener of doubleheader.
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