Volpe wins Yankees’ opening day shortstop job

Volpe wins Yankees' opening day shortstop job

Anthony Volpe is getting an opportunity to live a lifelong dream. The 21-year-old who grew up idolizing Hall of Famer Derek Jeter will be the New York Yankees’ opening day shortstop after winning the job in spring training. Manager Aaron Boone, general manager Brian Cashman, hitting coach Dillon Lawson and bench coach Carlos Mendoza delivered … Read more

Alcaraz powers into last 16 at Miami, Fritz advances

Alcaraz powers into last 16 at Miami, Fritz advances

World number one Carlos Alcaraz moved into the last 16 of the Miami Open after beating Serbia’s Dusan Lajovic 6-0, 7-6 (7/5) on Sunday as he remains on track for tennis’ “Sunshine Double.” The 19-year-old Spaniard, who beat Daniil Medvedev to win the title in Indian Wells last week, looked in top condition as he … Read more

Creighton takes blame after late foul leads to tourney exit

Creighton takes blame after late foul leads to tourney exit

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Creighton guard Ryan Nembhard sat quietly, tossing his head back and taking a deep breath as he reflected on the decisive foul called with 1.2 seconds left in the NCAA Tournament’s South Region final against San Diego State. Ryan Kalkbrenner and Baylor Scheierman, seated next to Nembhard, had towels over their … Read more