Author: Steve Gardner, USA TODAY

Marshall AD Christian Spears called report against son, Kai, “irresponsible and demonstrably false,” and said he was exploring legal action.

Former major league pitcher, veteran reporter will join 2004 World Series champion Kevin Millar on network’s long-running afternoon talk show.

A coaching matchup of former national champion point guards highlights Wednesday’s First Four games in the NCAA men’s and women’s basketball tourneys.

Eliminating the shift should give a boost to lefty hitters like Corey Seager, bigger bases will encourage more steal attempts. What else may be in store?

Left-hander Carlos Rodon will be shut down temporarily due to a left forearm strain, GM Brian Cashman says. The injury could sideline Rodon until May.

Fred VanVleet says technical foul called by Ben Taylor “changed the whole flow of the game” in loss, concedes he’ll “take my fine” for speaking out.

Pablo Avila has been to every World Baseball Classic in support of his native Cuba, blowing his now-familiar horn and making friends around the globe.

The six-time Gold Glove outfielder may need to spend more time in the infield this season, a move he says will get him “back to my roots.”

Jordan Walker, Corbin Carroll are wild cards as fantasy industry experts get back to live drafting in the NL-only format. Juan Soto tops all at $43.

Tied with 0.8 left, the Cavaliers’ Donovan Mitchell’s trash talk spurred Grant Williams to insist he’d “make both.” He missed and Celtics lost in OT.