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Ten things we've learned about the Guardians through the first month of the season
As we approach the one-month mark of the 2026 season, let’s examine what we’ve learned so far about the 14-12 Cleveland Guardians.1. The lefties can pitchConsider the combined numbers for rookie Parker Messick and slightly more experienced Joey Cantillo this season:56 innings, 40 hits allowed, 15 earned runs, four home runs, 20 walks, 59 strikeouts, 2.41 ERAAdvertisement
Doyle: Spirit can step up to the task at Ripon
Our ambassador is in action at Ripon on Saturday, live on Sky Sports Racing, and looks forward to partnering a well-regarded two-year-old for Archie Watson on Sunday.Step up in trip looks ideal for RomanceI was delighted with Romance Spirit's debut run in a one-mile Southwell maiden earlier this month so I'm expecting her to be hard to beat in the Napoleons Casino And Restaurant Leeds Restricted Maiden Stakes (2.15pm) at Ripon on Saturday.
The Women's Six Nations is faster and smarter - but is it better?
The Women's Six Nations is faster and smarter - but is it better?Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, England full-back Emma Sing scored two tries as the Red Roses triumphed 43-42 against France in a thrilling finale to last year's Six NationsByMike Henson, BBC Sport rugby union news reporter and Matthew Hobbs, BBC Sport journalistPublished5 minutes agoThe first 40 minutes of the Women's Six Nations was, at best, a half for the purists.Estelle Sartini, a PE teacher from Caen,...
Five things in the EFL: penultimate peril and jittery jeopardy
Five things in the EFL: penultimate peril and jittery jeopardyImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Kieran McKenna's Ipswich overtook Alex Neil's Millwall into second spot in the Championship this weekByKate HollowayBBC Sport EnglandPublished56 minutes ago2 CommentsJust like our nerves at this time of year, promotions and relegations are sitting on a knife edge as we approach the end of the season.For most clubs across the English Football League, there is just two games left and st...
Sutherland takes UFC Perth fight on week's notice
Sutherland takes UFC Perth fight on week's noticeImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Louie Sutherland only fought a month ago at UFC LondonByCoral BarryCombat Sports Senior JournalistPublished3 minutes agoBritish UFC fighter Louie Sutherland has agreed to be a short-notice replacement opponent for Tai Tuivasa in Perth on 2 May.On barely one week's notice, Sutherland will travel from the UK to Australia, having fought last month at UFC London.The 32-year-old suffered the first knoc...
IPL: Samson storms up the Orange Cap race; Kamboj reclaims Purple Cap top spot
Anshul Kamboj reclaims the Purple Cap with 14 wickets after CSK's dominant win over Mumbai Indians. Sanju Samson's second century propels him to third in the Orange Cap race, trailing Sunrisers Hyderabad's Abhishek Sharma and Heinrich Klaasen. Upcoming matches offer opportunities for other top performers to ascend the leaderboards.
What could the NHL learn from MLB's new ABS challenge system?
Here’s a sentence you’ve never seen me write before: Replay review is good.And a few more: Replay review works. It’s doing what it’s supposed to do. I’m glad it’s there, because it’s making the game better.Just not in the NHL.Tomorrow will mark the one-month anniversary of Major League Baseball’s introduction of the automated ball-strike system, also known as ABS and/or our new robo-ump overlords. For the first time, balls and strikes can now be challenged, subjecting the fundamental building bl...
FREE STREAM: Surrey vs Essex in County Championship - Day 1
Surrey take on Essex in the County Championship - and you can watch every ball live and free on the Sky Sports Cricket YouTube channel via the stream below. document.write('.sdc-article-youtube__inner[data-width="200"][data-height="113"]{padding-bottom:'+((113/200)*100)+'%}')
Man Utd hopeful of Toone return at Spurs
Man Utd hopeful of Toone return at SpursImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Manchester United midfielder Ella Toone has not played since the end of DecemberBySimon StoneManchester United reporterPublished2 minutes agoManchester United boss Marc Skinner says he is hopeful Ella Toone will be involved in Sunday's crucial Women's Super League trip to Tottenham.Toone has not played since the end of December because of a hip complaint.The injury ruled her out of United's run to the...
Littler has 'not spoken' to Van Veen since Manchester bust-up
Luke Littler admits he has yet to talk to Gian van Veen since their Manchester bust-up, but insists the matter is settled.The pair were involved in an on-stage spat in the Premier League three weeks ago, with the back-to-back world champion accused of celebrating when his opponent missed a match dart.
Why Brawn GP’s fairy tale is the F1 story that keeps on giving
While F1 racing has paused for April, teams have still been working flat-out at their factories to get ready for the resumption of the season in Miami next weekend, and cars have still been appearing on track to help tyre suppliers Pirelli prepare for upcoming campaigns.
Liverpool's Freddie Woodman 'ready' to start against Crystal Palace - Arne Slot
Liverpool’s third-choice goalkeeper Freddie Woodman will start against Crystal Palace at Anfield on Saturday, Arne Slot has said.With No 1 Alisson unlikely to be risked after a month out with a hamstring injury and deputy Giorgi Mamardashvili sidelined due to a wound in his leg, Woodman is set to start after making his Liverpool league debut as a substitute in Sunday’s victory over Everton.Advertisement
NFL Draft 2026 winners and losers: Jets, Giants load up; Cardinals ignore bigger needs
The first round of the NFL Draft is in the books, and despite a lack of star power compared to some years, Thursday night featured plenty of intriguing moves.Seven teams made multiple picks in the opening round, and there were eight trades as well, including six of the last seven selections.Some teams really seemed to help themselves in the opening round, while others delivered some head-scratching decisions. Some players heard their names called earlier than anticipated, and others endured slid...
Rosenthal: Unpacking the 'Shohei Ohtani Rule,' and if it's too much or unfair
Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell isn’t the only person in baseball bothered by the rule that allows the Los Angeles Dodgers to carry an extra pitcher because of Shohei Ohtani’s designation as a two-way player.One head of baseball operations, granted anonymity for his candor, says the combination of that rule and another allowing Ohtani to remain as a hitter after he is removed as a pitcher creates the “most lopsided” advantage in major professional sports.Advertisement
Joe Cole tips former Liverpool star to become next Chelsea head coach
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Jeremiyah Love has the skills to lift the Cardinals. He also has the mindset
TEMPE, Ariz. — Jeremiyah Love scored so many touchdowns over the last two seasons at Notre Dame that it’s difficult to narrow them down to find the perfect plays that show exactly what he’ll bring to the Arizona Cardinals.But let’s go with these two. One shows power and balance. The other shows quickness and speed.Advertisement
Help! I’m addicted to running marathons — they’ve changed my life
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Mendoza selected as first pick in NFL draft
Mendoza selected as first pick in NFL draftTo play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser.This video can not be playedMendoza selected as first pick in NFL draftClose00The Las Vegas Raiders select quarterback Fernando Mendoza as the first overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft.READ MORE: Raiders take Mendoza with first pick of NFL DraftAvailable to UK users only.SubsectionAmerican FootballPublished4 minutes agoShareclose panelShare pageCopy linkAbout sharingRead description
'You can bowl this too, right?': Ashwin questions Pandya's death-over call
Ravichandran Ashwin criticised Hardik Pandya for giving rookie Krish Bhagat the death overs in Indian Premier League 2026 against Chennai Super Kings, where he conceded 31 runs. Ashwin felt Pandya should have taken responsibility, citing his experience. He also highlighted the pressure of replacing Rohit Sharma. Despite Pandya’s poor form, coach Mahela Jayawardene backed him ahead of the next game against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Tino Livramento may be out for season, Anthony Gordon to miss Newcastle's trip to Arsenal
Tino Livramento may not play again for Newcastle United this season and faces another scan to determine whether he will be fit enough to go to the World Cup.His fellow England international, Anthony Gordon, will also miss Saturday’s trip to title contenders Arsenal with a hip problem, though may return for the Premier League game against Brighton & Hove Albion next weekend.Advertisement