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The Dallas Stars ice girls pick up hats off the ice after Mikko Rantanen scores a hat trick against the Colorado Avalanche.

Dallas Stars fan goes viral for behind the bench cameo in Game 7

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Simone Biles delivers 'Riders Up' call at the 2025 Kentucky Derby

Mike Tirico exits Kentucky Derby coverage after allergic reaction

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Cory Sandhagen fights with Deiveson Figueiredo during UFC Fight Night at Wells Fargo Arena.

UFC on ESPN 67 results: Sandhagen scores TKO win after Figueiredo injury

Michigan Wolverines defensive lineman Kenneth Grant goes after Ohio State Buckeyes safety Jaylen McClain after the game during a fight at the middle of the field.

Michigan graduate takes one last shot at Ohio State during commencement speech

Sovereignty, with jockey Junior Alvarado up, leads Journalism, with jockey Umberto Rispoli up, to the finish line to win the 151st running of The Kentucky Derby.

Fans watching Kentucky Derby notice jockey intros had 'Sunday Night Football' feel

2025 Kentucky Derby contender Sovereignty, trained by Bill Mott, works April 26, 2025 at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. The horse is 2-2-0 in five starts.

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North Carolina Tar Heels head football coach Bill Belichick with recruit quarterback Bryce Baker during half time

Bill Belichick's girlfriend Jordon Hudson 'forced her way' into his Super Bowl commercial

Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders talks to ESPN after the University of Colorado NFL Showcase

NFL quarterback Shedeur Sanders reveals secret to staying focused on football

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jalen Coker celebrates with Ja'Tavion Sanders and Xavier Legette after a touchdown

NFL star Xavier Legette feasts on '24k gold bacon' ahead of Kentucky Derby

NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Warren Moon, left, poses for pictures with Cam Ward who earlier had been introduced as the Tennessee Titans first-round pick.

Warren Moon reveals Tennessee Titans set to unveil new uniforms

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New York Knicks former player Carmelo Anthony and his son Kiyan pose for a photo with New York Jets players Aaron Rodgers

New York Knicks legend Carmelo Anthony joins NBC Sports' NBA coverage

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic celebrates with Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James during the fourth quarter against the Dallas Mavericks.

LeBron James says 'ain't my job' to worry about Luka Doncic's future with Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James moves to the basket against Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randl during the first half in game five.

LeBron James suffered MCL sprain in Game 5 loss to Minnesota Timberwolves

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner and Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo fight for the ball during the NBA Playoffs.

NBA insider reveals 'team to watch' in the Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes

Friday Roundup: Expensive draft prank, love conquers Bill, LeBron not done, and more

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James reacts during the first half in game five of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena.

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Apr 14, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; A fan catches a foul ball during the seventh inning between the Cleveland Guardians and the New York Yankees at Progressive Field.

Watch: Yankees fan catches foul ball despite adorable human blindfold

Triston Casas (36) is attended to by coaching and medical staff during the second inning against the Minnesota Twins at Fenway Park.

Red Sox make surprising call-up after Tristan Casas' season-ending injury diagnosis

May 2, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas (36) is taken off the field on a stretcher during the second inning against the Minnesota Twins at Fenway Park.

Red Sox star leaves field on stretcher after freak injury

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout looks on before his at bat during the ninth inning against the Minnesota Twins.

Angels make injured list decision after Mike Trout's latest knee ailment

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Jockey Jorge Chavez aboard, joined 1973 winner Secretariat as the only Derby champions to hit the wire in under two minutes.

Every 2025 Kentucky Derby horse shares bloodline with Secretariat

Canelo Alvarez during a super middleweight championship bout at T-Mobile Arena.

Canelo vs. William Scull live stream, start time, fight card & TV info

Avery and Brooke Tritz take a selfie together during the Kentucky Derby 2025 at Churchill Downs in Louisville

Iconic Kentucky Derby cocktail is being sold for an outrageous price

Paul Skenes of the Pittsburgh Pirates walks with his girlfriend LSU gymnast Olivia Livvy Dunne at the 2024 MLB All-Star game

Livvy Dunne roasted for her awkward Kentucky Derby appearance

A man grabs a mint julep during the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky.

Kentucky Derby drink prices will make you go bankrupt

General view of the statue of the first Kentucky Derby winner Aristides before the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs.

Kentucky Derby live stream 2025: How to watch 151st Run for the Roses online

A view of the roses at the winners circle before the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs.

Kentucky Derby 2025 odds, post positions, & horses for Churchill Downs

Washington Wizards point guard Gilbert Arenas dribbles by and is fouled by Orlando Magic point guard Jameer Nelson during the first half at the Verizon Center.

Gilbert Arenas shares heartwarming update on son Alijah after recent health scare

LSU gymnast Livvy Dunne arrives on the red carpet before the ESPYS at Dolby Theatre.

Livvy Dunne flaunts intricate pink hat, matching minidress for Kentucky Oaks

NFL Network broadcasters Kimmi Chex and Steve Smith Sr. pose during an NFL International Series game at Deutsche Bank Park.

Steve Smith Sr. sued after alleged affair with Baltimore Ravens marching band member

Apr 25, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half during game three of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

Kendrick Perkins destroys ‘worst defensive NBA star’ Luka Doncic

Jordon Hudson on the red carpet before Super Bowl LIX NFL Honors at Saenger Theatre.

Jordon Hudson's 64-year-old ex speaks out on past relationship