Michael Busch walks it off for the Cubs (0:49)
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Busch hits game-ending HR, Bellinger goes deep in return as Cubs beat Padres 3-2
— Michael Busch led off the ninth inning with a game-ending home run, Cody Bellinger went deep in his return from broken ribs and the Chicago Cubs beat the San Diego Padres 3-2 on Tuesday night.
Williams, Odunze attend Chicago Sky preseason game
The Bears' first rounders were on hand to support Angel Reese and the Sky in their preseason game against the New York Liberty.
Eflin allows 1 run in 7 innings as Rays beat White Sox 5-1 for 5th consecutive win
— Zach Eflin allowed one run and six hits in seven innings as the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Chicago White Sox 5-1 on Tuesday night for their fifth consecutive win.
Angel Reese somehow flips in tough and-1 bucket (0:26)
Why chartered flights could be a game-changer for WNBA players
The move to chartered flights addressed years of concerns and is a big win for WNBA players, who can focus on salaries and revenue sharing during CBA negotiations.
2024 NHL draft order: Picks 1-16 following draft lottery
The San Jose Sharks will have the first pick for the event held on June 28 and 29 at The Sphere in Las Vegas.
Cubs' Bellinger back from IL, not 'fully pain-free'
Cody Bellinger acknowledged he isn't "fully pain-free" but said it "felt like it was a good time to come back" from the rib injury he suffered in April.
Blackhawks extend 2020 1st-rounder Reichel
The Chicago Blackhawks signed forward Lukas Reichel to a two-year, $2.4 million contract extension Tuesday.
Hour 2: The Shot
Greeny and the crew continue to discuss the precedent for if Jamal Murray will or won’t be suspended. Greeny also explains why the Pacers should focus on shutting down DiVincenzo and Hart rather than Brunson. We play group Sneaky Hembo Trivia and Greeny runs through his list of Top 5 Michael Jordan Playoff Game Winners on the 35th anniversary of his shot over Craig Ehlo to beat the Cavaliers in 1989. Hembo explains why a Timberwolves title would be so unprecedented and we preview Pacers-Knicks Game 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ranking the 55 best players in the college football transfer portal
We're ranking the best players in the portal by past production and potential to contribute to a new team.
Aces three-peat? WNBA BPI tabs Las Vegas as early favorite
How dominant is the defending two-time champ? BPI projects the Aces to have the best offense and defense and a 58% chance to win the title.
Why everyone -- including Draymond Green and Steve Kerr -- sees Macklin Celebrini as a can't-miss prospect
The expected No. 1 pick in the upcoming draft, Celebrini has seen athletic success up close over the years with his dad working for a number of professional sports teams.
From rising above to falling flat: How all 30 MLB teams have met -- or not met -- expectations so far
Is your favorite team what you thought it would be? We answer that question, for better or worse.
NFL experts debate the 2024 draft: Which rookie classes will make an instant impact?
Our experts weigh in on the 2024 NFL draft's biggest questions. Which teams found rookies who will play early and often?
NFL draft nuggets for every team's rookie class: Execs' reactions, depth chart fits, remaining needs
Post-draft nuggets for all 32 teams, including top value picks, on-the-clock decisions, trends to watch and other reactions from around the league.
Yu Darvish pitches 5 scoreless innings as the Padres beat the Cubs 6-3
— Yu Darvish pitched five scoreless innings, Luis Campusano drove in three runs and the San Diego Padres beat the Chicago Cubs 6-3 on Monday night.
Cease: Final White Sox season 'wasn't enjoyable'
Dylan Cease said his final season with the Chicago White Sox "wasn't enjoyable in really any way."
DeLuca stays hot with homer and 4 RBIs as Rays beat Clevinger and White Sox 8-2
— Jonny DeLuca continued his hot stretch with a homer and four RBI, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat Mike Clevinger and the Chicago White Sox 8-2 on Monday night for their fourth consecutive win.
Shoulder injury to delay Cardoso's debut with Sky
Sky rookie Kamilla Cardoso will have to wait to make her official WNBA debut as she'll miss 4-6 weeks with a shoulder injury she suffered in the Sky's preseason game this past Friday, the team announced Monday.
Steele returns for Cubs, pitches into 5th vs. Padres
Justin Steele returned to one of baseball's best rotations on Monday night, starting the opener of the Chicago Cubs' three-game series against the San Diego Padres, and the 28-year-old pitched into the fifth inning of the road team's 6-3 victory.
Clevinger shaky in season debut as White Sox fall
Right-hander Mike Clevinger was recalled by the Chicago White Sox and allowed four runs and six hits over two-plus innings in his season debut on Monday night against the Tampa Bay Rays.
How to watch the 2024 NHL draft lottery: ESPN schedule
The San Jose Sharks have the best odds at landing the first overall pick in the 2024 NHL draft lottery. Here's how to watch the action on ESPN.
MLS Power Rankings: Arango helps Salt Lake move up, Union disappoint
Chicho Arango shines and helps Real Salt Lake move up, while the Philadelphia Union fail to impress in this week's MLS Power Rankings.
Hour 2 - LeBron's Legacy
Joe Fortenbaugh and Q Myers wonder if LeBron's legacy is impacted by the number of coaches he has had in the NBA. Plus, the Cavaliers are still alive and that's good news for Joe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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NBA: 2023-24 Central Standings
MLB: 2024 NL Central Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | 21 | 14 | .600 | - | W1 |
| Chicago | 22 | 15 | .595 | - | W1 |
| Pittsburgh | 17 | 20 | .459 | 5 | L1 |
| Cincinnati | 16 | 19 | .457 | 5 | L6 |
| St. Louis | 15 | 21 | .417 | 6.5 | L4 |
MLB: 2024 AL Central Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland | 23 | 13 | .639 | - | L1 |
| Minnesota | 20 | 15 | .571 | 2.5 | L1 |
| Kansas City | 21 | 16 | .568 | 2.5 | L1 |
| Detroit | 19 | 17 | .528 | 4 | W1 |
| Chicago | 8 | 28 | .222 | 15 | L2 |