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North Carolina lost to VCU in the first round of the men's NCAA Tournament, despite leading by 19 points in the second half. The defeat was UNC's second consecutive first-round exit, leading many fans to call for head coach Hubert Davis to be fired.
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North Carolina, a No. 6 seed, lost to No. 11 VCU in the NCAA Tournament's first round.
UNC was leading 39-28 at halftime and had a 19-point lead during the second half.
VCU tied the game at 75 in regulation and won in overtime.
This is only the second time UNC lost a tournament game after leading by double digits.
Fans expressed anger and called for coach Hubert Davis's dismissal after the game.
This marks the second year in a row that UNC was eliminated in the first round of the tournament.
Hubert Davis became head coach in April 2021 after Roy Williams retired.
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Juan Soto, a baseball player from the Dominican Republic, praised the World Baseball Classic, saying it was one of his best experiences. He recommended that Major League Baseball players participate in the tournament to improve their skills. Despite some controversies, the event saw high viewership, especially during the semifinals and finals.
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Juan Soto praised the World Baseball Classic as one of his best experiences.
Soto recommends the tournament for Major League Baseball players to improve their game.
The Dominican Republic team, which included Soto, lost to the United States in this year's tournament.
Viewership for the tournament's semifinals and finals reached record numbers.
Soto received advice from experienced players like David Ortiz and Pedro Martinez.
The next World Baseball Classic has not been officially scheduled yet.
Venezuela won this year's World Baseball Classic final against the United States.
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The North Carolina Tar Heels lost to VCU Rams in a March Madness game after leading by 19 points. A mistake by UNC's player, Henri Veesaar, during a crucial free throw contributed to VCU's comeback win.
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The game was part of the March Madness basketball tournament.
North Carolina Tar Heels were leading by 19 points in the second half.
UNC was missing their best player, Caleb Wilson, due to an injury.
VCU Rams rallied from behind to force the game into overtime.
Henri Veesaar of UNC made a mistake during a missed free throw attempt.
VCU took advantage of the mistake to win the game.
VCU's win means they will play again on Saturday.
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The New York Yankees have moved their top pitching prospect, Carlos Lagrange, to a minor league team. Lagrange, who is recognized for his speed and effectiveness, impressed many during spring training but will gain more experience in the minors.
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The Yankees reassigned pitcher Carlos Lagrange to minor league camp.
Yankees Manager Aaron Boone found the decision to reassign Lagrange difficult.
Max Fried, a Yankees ace, praised Lagrange for his pitching speed and potential.
During spring training, Lagrange recorded a 0.93 ERA in 9 2/3 innings, reaching speeds up to 103 mph.
Lagrange is ranked as the Yankees' No. 2 prospect by MLB Pipeline.
He was ranked No. 93 in Baseball America's prospect rankings for the upcoming 2026 season.
Lagrange played with Double-A Somerset last season, achieving a 3.22 ERA and 104 strikeouts in 78 1/3 innings.
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The New York Yankees decided to move pitcher Carlos Lagrange to their minor league team after his impressive performance during spring training. Despite showing promise and pitching at high speeds, he was not included in the main team but may play in the major league later this season.
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The Yankees reassigned Carlos Lagrange to the minor leagues.
Lagrange showed strong performance in spring training, including a 103 MPH fastball.
He pitched four scoreless innings against the Boston Red Sox recently.
Yankees manager Aaron Boone praised Lagrange and suggested he could join the major league team later this season.
Lagrange is 22 years old and was a non-roster invitee.
There's a chance Lagrange could play as either a starting pitcher or a reliever in the future.
The Yankees expect more depth in their pitching rotation when their injured veterans return.
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The Houston Cougars will play the Idaho Vandals in the first round of the 2026 NCAA Tournament's Round of 64. The game airs on truTV and can be streamed online for free with a trial of DIRECTV.
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Houston plays Idaho in the Round of 64 of the 2026 NCAA Tournament.
The game is scheduled for Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 10:10 PM ET.
It will be broadcast on the truTV channel.
Houston has a record of 28–6 and is a No. 2 seed in the West Region.
Idaho has a record of 21–12 and is a No. 15 seed in the West Region.
Fans can stream the game live using DIRECTV, which offers a free trial.
The tournament is available on CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV channels.
Regional streaming restrictions may apply.
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The Los Angeles Dodgers have signed 28-year-old pitcher Logan Allen to a minor-league contract. Allen, who previously played in the Korean Baseball Organization and the World Baseball Classic, has experience with four Major League Baseball teams.
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The Los Angeles Dodgers signed pitcher Logan Allen to a minor-league deal.
Allen is 28 years old and throws with his left hand.
He played last season in the Korean Baseball Organization.
Allen has experience with four MLB teams: San Diego Padres, Cleveland Guardians, Baltimore Orioles, and Arizona Diamondbacks.
He has appeared in 45 major league games, posting a 5.79 ERA.
Allen pitched to a 4.53 ERA in the Korean league over 173 innings last year.
The Dodgers aim to use him for pitching depth, potentially in difficult parts of the season.
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Cade Cunningham, a guard for the Detroit Pistons, has been diagnosed with a collapsed lung, or pneumothorax. He will be re-evaluated in two weeks, which could affect his eligibility for awards like the All-NBA and MVP due to the NBA's minimum game requirement.
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Cade Cunningham plays for the Detroit Pistons and is 24 years old.
He was diagnosed with a collapsed lung, also known as pneumothorax, after a game against the Washington Wizards.
Cunningham will be re-evaluated in two weeks.
The injury is considered mild, with hopes he could return in time for the playoffs, starting April 18.
Cunningham has played 61 out of 68 games this season.
To qualify for All-NBA and MVP awards, players must play at least 65 games unless they meet certain exceptions.
Cunningham is just short of qualifying under the current rule but might return for playoffs if cleared.
Detroit Pistons are leading the Eastern Conference and aim to maintain their position without Cunningham for now.
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The Los Angeles Dodgers signed Kyle Tucker to a four-year, $240 million contract. Tucker, a strong offensive player, joins a lineup with former MVPs as the Dodgers aim for another World Series win.
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Kyle Tucker signed a four-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers worth $240 million.
Tucker is a well-known player in MLB free agency.
Dodgers' president of baseball operations, Andrew Friedman, made sure Tucker was ready to join the team's environment.
Tucker had some performance drops last season due to a hand injury.
Concerns about Tucker's commitment were raised before he joined the Dodgers.
The Dodgers are seen as favorites to win another World Series with Tucker on the team.
Tucker joins a lineup with MVPs Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts, and Freddie Freeman.
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Gonzaga and Kennesaw State will face off in the first round of the 2026 NCAA Tournament on Thursday, March 19. The game will be broadcast on TBS at 10:00 PM ET, and fans can also stream it live through DIRECTV.
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The game is part of the Round of 64 in the 2026 NCAA Tournament.
Gonzaga has a 29–4 record and won the West Coast Conference to get an automatic spot in the tournament.
Gonzaga is the No. 2 seed in the West Region.
Kennesaw State finished with a 21–10 record and won the ASUN Conference Tournament.
Kennesaw State is the No. 15 seed in the West Region.
The game will air on TBS and can be live-streamed on DIRECTV.
The NCAA Tournament games are shown on CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV.
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The Las Vegas Raiders traded quarterback Geno Smith to the New York Jets. In return, the Raiders received a sixth-round pick in the 2026 draft, while the Jets got Smith and a seventh-round pick. Experts see the trade as balanced, with both teams gaining different benefits.
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Geno Smith was traded from the Las Vegas Raiders to the New York Jets.
The Raiders received a 2026 sixth-round draft pick.
The Jets received Smith and a 2026 seventh-round draft pick.
The Raiders will cover most of Smith's 2026 salary, which is $26.5 million.
The Jets will pay Smith near the league minimum.
Smith will have a second stint with the Jets, who originally drafted him in 2013.
The trade helps the Raiders prepare for Fernando Mendoza as their starting quarterback in the 2026-27 season.
The Jets aim to use Smith as a temporary option while looking for a long-term quarterback solution.
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Saint Louis Billikens and Georgia Bulldogs will play against each other in the first round of the 2026 NCAA Tournament. The game will take place on March 19, 2026, at 9:45 PM ET and can be watched on CBS or streamed for free on Fubo.
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The Saint Louis Billikens are the No. 9 seed with a record of 28-5.
The Georgia Bulldogs are the No. 8 seed with a record of 22-10.
Both teams are competing in the first round of the 2026 NCAA Tournament at KeyBank Center.
The game is scheduled for March 19, 2026, at 9:45 PM Eastern Time.
CBS will broadcast the game, and it can be streamed on Fubo.
Fubo offers live TV streaming, allowing viewing on phones, TVs, or tablets.
The Billikens are ranked No. 13 in offensive rating and No. 12 in defensive rating in the NCAA.
Georgia is notable for its high scoring, averaging 89.8 points per game, which ranks them fifth in the NCAA.
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Illinois and Penn will compete in the Round of 64 in the 2026 NCAA Tournament. The game will take place on Thursday, March 19, 2026, and can be watched on TNT or streamed via DIRECTV. Illinois has a strong season record, while Penn enters as the Ivy League champions.
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The game is scheduled for Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 9:25 PM ET.
It will be broadcast on TNT and available for live streaming via DIRECTV.
The NCAA Tournament starts with the Round of 64, featuring 32 games over two days.
Illinois has a 26–7 record and finished second in the Big Ten conference.
Penn has a 24–8 record and won the Ivy League Tournament.
Penn enters the tournament as a No. 13 seed in the Midwest Region.
The tournament games are broadcast on CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV.
Fans can access live streams through DIRECTV's comprehensive package.
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Aston Villa advanced to the quarter-finals of the Europa League by defeating Lille, thanks in part to goals from John McGinn and Leon Bailey. Emi Martinez played a pivotal role with a key assist that led to McGinn's opening goal. Villa will next face Bologna and aim for their first major trophy in 30 years.
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Aston Villa beat Lille to reach the Europa League quarter-finals.
Emi Martinez made a notable play that led to an opening goal by John McGinn.
Villa's coach, Unai Emery, has guided teams to Europa League victories four times before.
Villa now plays against Bologna in the quarter-finals.
It has been 30 years since Villa last won a major trophy.
Fans celebrated Emery reaching 100 wins as Villa's manager at the previous game.
Villa has reached quarter-finals of a major European competition for three consecutive seasons.
Emery is a seasoned manager in this competition, having reached the quarter-finals eight times.
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A new law in England and Wales makes it illegal to enter a football match without a ticket. This law follows the disorder during the Euro 2020 final when many people entered Wembley Stadium illegally. Offenders could face a fine and a football banning order.
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Entering a football match in England and Wales without a ticket is now a criminal offense.
The law will take effect before the Carabao Cup final between Arsenal and Manchester City.
Violators can get a football banning order of up to five years and a fine of up to £1,000.
The law aims to prevent 'tailgating,' where people follow others into the stadium without a ticket.
Using fake tickets or pretending to be staff to enter is also illegal.
The change comes after about 2,000 people illegally entered the Euro 2020 final at Wembley.
A report stated that the disorder could have led to deaths and recommended stronger penalties.
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Nottingham Forest secured a place in the Europa League quarter-finals by defeating Danish team Midtjylland on penalties. Despite a challenging season, this victory provides hope for an improvement as they aim to balance league survival and European competition.
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Nottingham Forest won 3-0 on penalties after finishing 2-2 on aggregate against Midtjylland.
This is Forest's first European quarter-final since 1996.
The team is currently just above the Premier League relegation zone, separated only by goal difference.
Forest is on its fourth manager of the season.
The match saw nine changes to the regular lineup, emphasizing Premier League survival as a priority.
James McAtee and Nicolas Dominguez were notable players, contributing to Forest's performance.
Forest will play Porto in the Europa League quarter-finals on April 9 and 16.
Upcoming challenges include balancing additional games with crucial matches for league survival.
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The article discusses a promotional offer from DraftKings for the NCAA March Madness tournament. New users who bet $5 on a college basketball game can receive $200 in bonus bets. These bonus bets are split into eight $25 bets, which expire after seven days.
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DraftKings is offering a promo for new users during March Madness.
Bet $5 and get $200 in bonus bets, regardless of the $5 bet outcome.
Bonus bets are given as eight separate $25 bets.
These bonus bets expire after seven days.
Users do not need a specific promo code to receive this offer.
The offer is targeted at games during the NCAA March Madness tournament.
DraftKings also has other promotions like the "CBB Mystery March Offer" and "King of the 'Dogs."
New accounts must be registered with personal details and a $5 minimum deposit made.
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Charlotte Flair, a WWE wrestler, responded to Tom Brady's comments about the WWE being "cute and scripted." Brady's remarks came ahead of his flag football game, which features celebrities and NFL stars. The back-and-forth is seen as a way to promote the event.
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Charlotte Flair is a well-known WWE wrestler and the daughter of Ric Flair.
Tom Brady referred to WWE as "cute and scripted" in a comment.
Brady's comment came before the Fanatics Flag Football Classic in Los Angeles.
Brady's flag football event features NFL stars and celebrities.
Charlotte Flair responded by highlighting the physical demands of WWE compared to football.
Brady is retired from NFL and now works as a Fox commentator.
The Fanatics Flag Football Classic will be on March 21 with coverage on FOX and Tubi.
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The article discusses a special promotion by FanDuel related to March Madness, a major college basketball tournament. The promotion offers new users "No-Sweat Tokens," which allow them to place bets with the option to receive up to $300 back in bonus bets if the bet is lost. The tokens are available for 10 days, offering flexibility to bettors.
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FanDuel offers a promotion tied to the March Madness basketball tournament.
New users can receive one "No-Sweat Token" each day for 10 days.
Each token allows users to place a bet and get up to $300 back in bonus bets if the bet loses.
Tokens can be used on any eligible basketball game, including BYU vs. Texas.
Users do not need a promo code to activate this offer; registration alone is sufficient.
There is a 24-hour expiration for each token, requiring timely use.
Refunds are credited as bonus bets within 72 hours if the bet loses.
The offer aims to give bettors a safety net while participating in March Madness events.
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Saint Mary’s and Texas A&M will play in the Round of 64 during the 2026 NCAA Tournament, also known as March Madness. This game is part of a large college basketball tournament where teams compete to win the national championship. The game will be available to watch on truTV and can be streamed live with DIRECTV.
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The NCAA Tournament, also called March Madness, involves college basketball teams from across the U.S.
Saint Mary’s has a 25–8 record and is the No. 7 seed in the West Region.
Texas A&M has a 23–10 record and is the No. 10 seed in the West Region.
The game will happen on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 7:35 PM ET.
truTV will broadcast the game, and it can also be streamed on DIRECTV.
DIRECTV provides access to all tournament games via live streaming.
The NCAA Tournament is shown on CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV, allowing fans to watch every game.
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