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Devers’ Record-Breaking Streak, Parker’s Retirement, and More Sports Updates

Rafael Devers of the Boston Red Sox sets a team record by homering for the sixth consecutive game. DeVante Parker of the Philadelphia Eagles announces his retirement after nine seasons. The Edmonton Oilers secure a spot in the Western Conference finals after a thrilling Game 7. Plus, ESPN's latest college football power rankings show a shift in the balance of power.Sources:https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/40187778/rafael-devers-sets-boston-red-sox-record-homering-6th-straight-gamehttps://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/40187717/wide-receiver-devante-parker-retires-nine-nfl-seasonshttps://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/40188781/edmonton-oilers-outlast-vancouver-canucks-game-7https://wolverineswire.usatoday.com/lists/espn-updates-college-football-power-rankings-after-spring-ball/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Devers' 6-game HR streak breaks Red Sox record(00:03:45) Eagles' Parker, 31, retires after 9 NFL seasons(00:06:52) Oilers edge Canucks in Game 7, secure WCF berth(00:10:07) ESPN updates college football power rankings after spring ball

Sports Controversies: LGBTQ Badge Cover-Up, MLB Gambling Investigation, and More

A French football player faces backlash for covering an LGBTQ support badge, while ex-Angel David Fletcher is under investigation for alleged gambling. Plus, a recap of the first week of the 2024 WNBA season and a look at the weekend's football highlights, including Man City's four-peat and Liverpool's farewell to Klopp.Sources:https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/40184905/sanctions-urged-monaco-player-tapes-lgbtq-badgehttps://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/40184970/mlb-investigation-david-fletcher-angelshttps://www.espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/40183339/wnba-power-rankings-2024-week-1-minnesota-lynx-indiana-feverhttps://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/40184389/man-city-premier-league-title-liverpool-jurgen-klopp-marcottiOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Sanctions urged after player covers LGBTQ badge(00:02:56) MLB opens investigation into ex-Angel Fletcher(00:05:26) WNBA Power Rankings: Lynx up, Fever down in Week 1(00:07:47) Assessing Man City's four-peat, Liverpool say goodbye to Klopp, more: Marcotti recaps the weekend

Keselowski’s Redemption, McIlroy’s Record Win, and Football’s Unpredictable Turn

Brad Keselowski ends a 3-year drought with a win at Darlington, validating his bold decision to become a co-owner at Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing. Rory McIlroy wins the Wells Fargo Championship for a record fourth time, setting the stage for the PGA Championship. Bologna seals its first-ever UCL spot after a draw with Roma, while the Edmonton Oilers face a goaltending crisis. Tune in for these captivating stories of resilience, risk-taking, and the unpredictable nature of sports.Sources:https://www.espn.com/racing/story/_/id/40134317/brad-keselowski-ends-3-year-drought-win-darlingtonhttps://www.espn.com/golf/story/_/id/40134171/rory-mcilroy-rallies-xander-schauffele-win-wells-fargohttps://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/40134145/bologna-seal-ucl-spot-roma-drawhttps://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/40136313/trailing-2-1-edmonton-oilers-facing-goaltender-decisionOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Keselowski ends 3-year drought, wins Darlington(00:03:23) Rory closes with 65, wins record 4th Wells Fargo(00:06:39) Bologna seal first-ever UCL spot after Roma draw(00:09:35) 'We need more saves': Skinner pulled in Oilers loss

Lomachenko’s Redemption, Palou’s Indy GP Victory, and Celtics’ Road Success

Vasiliy Lomachenko reestablishes his dominance in boxing, Alex Palou wins the Indy GP again to retake points lead, and the Boston Celtics excel on the road in the NBA playoffs. Plus, Lionel Messi and Inter Miami face the impact of new Major League Soccer rules.Sources:https://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/40128482/now-george-kambososhttps://www.espn.com/racing/story/_/id/40127458/alex-palou-wins-indy-grand-prix-again-retake-points-leadhttps://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/40129130/celtics-bounce-back-game-3-road-win-cavaliershttps://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/40128992/messi-unhappy-mls-sideline-rule-miami-victoryOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Lomachenko evokes 'No Mas-Chenko': What's next for Kambosos?(00:02:50) Palou wins Indy GP again to retake points lead(00:06:17) Celtics punch back, take Game 3 in Cleveland(00:08:53) Messi mad about MLS sideline rule in injury scare

Mbappé’s PSG Exit, Nembhard’s Game-Changing Shot, and Como’s Serie A Promotion

Kylian Mbappé confirms his departure from Paris Saint-Germain, likely heading to Real Madrid. Andrew Nembhard's clutch 3 lifts Pacers past Knicks in Game 3. Fabregas and Henry's Como gets promoted to Serie A. Plus, the United States opens the ice hockey world championship with a loss to Sweden.Sources:https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/39463435/mbappe-announces-psg-exit-ahead-likely-real-madrid-movehttps://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/40122753/andrew-nembhard-clutch-31-footer-shoots-pacers-knicks-game-3https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/40123182/thierry-henry-cesc-fabregas-como-promoted-serie-ahttps://www.espn.com/olympics/hockey/story/_/id/40121351/us-loses-sweden-world-championships-openerOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) Mbappé confirms PSG exit amid likely Madrid move(00:04:13) Nembhard's clutch 3 lifts Pacers past Knicks in G3(00:06:20) Fabregas, Henry's Como promoted to Serie A(00:08:45) United States open worlds with loss to Sweden

Aces’ White House Celebration, Lakers’ Draft Strategy, and Leverkusen’s Record Streak

The Las Vegas Aces celebrate their WNBA title at the White House, highlighting a banner year for women's sports. The Lakers consider using their 2024 1st-Round NBA Draft Pick for a trade, not Bronny James. Rory McIlroy joins the new committee for Saudi talks. Plus, Bayer Leverkusen sets a new record with their 49th match without defeat.Sources:https://www.espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/40114849/aces-celebrate-white-house-biden-hails-women-sportshttps://bleacherreport.com/articles/10120487-espn-lakers-prefer-to-use-2024-1st-round-nba-draft-pick-for-trade-not-bronny-jameshttps://www.espn.com/golf/story/_/id/40115880/rory-mcilroy-saudi-talks-member-transaction-committeehttps://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/40115694/bayer-leverkusen-xabi-alonso-record-nightOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Aces celebrate at White House amid 'banner year'(00:03:14) ESPN: Lakers Prefer to Use 2024 1st-Round NBA Draft Pick for Trade, Not Bronny James(00:06:15) McIlroy, on new committee, to be in Saudi talks(00:08:48) Record-setting Leverkusen 'want, deserve more'

Jokic’s MVP Triumph, Real Madrid’s UCL Odds, and Stanton’s Record-Breaking Hit

Nikola Jokic claims his third MVP in four seasons, Real Madrid opens as favorites in the UCL final, and Giancarlo Stanton hits the hardest ball of 2024. Plus, a new bill aims to legally protect the NCAA from legal challenges.Sources:https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/40109006/nuggets-nikola-jokic-wins-nba-mvp-3rd-4-seasonshttps://www.espn.com/espn/betting/story/_/id/40108666/real-madrid-champions-league-favorites-dortmundhttps://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/40109490/yankees-slugger-giancarlo-stanton-drills-hardest-hit-ball-24https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/40107658/congressmen-propose-bill-legally-protect-ncaaOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) Nuggets' Jokic claims third MVP in four seasons(00:03:30) Real Madrid open as -175 favorites in UCL final(00:05:32) Stanton's 2nd-deck blast hardest-hit ball of '24(00:08:07) Congressmen pitch bill to legally protect NCAA

OKC Triumphs Over Mavs, UFC Partners with Riyadh, and NHL’s Sharks Win Lottery

Oklahoma City Thunder rolls past Dallas Mavericks in the playoffs, UFC extends its partnership with Riyadh Season, and the San Jose Sharks secure the first overall pick in the 2024 NHL draft. Plus, boxer Jermall Charlo faces a DWI arrest and is stripped of his title.Sources:https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/40104307/thunder-roll-mavericks-game-1-stay-unbeaten-playoffshttps://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/40103457/riyadh-season-extends-partnership-ufc-sponsor-ufc-306https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/40102839/san-jose-sharks-win-nhl-draft-lottery-right-choose-no-1https://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/40102662/jermall-charlo-stripped-wbc-title-day-dwi-arrestOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) OKC rolls past Mavs to stay unbeaten in playoffs(00:03:03) UFC to extend partnership with Riyadh Season(00:06:00) NHL-worst Sharks win lottery, right to choose No. 1(00:08:31) Jermall Charlo stripped of title after DWI arrest

Rugby Star’s NFL Debut, Notre Dame’s Rising Rank, and NBA History in the Making

Rugby star Louis Rees-Zammit gets his first reps with the Kansas City Chiefs, Notre Dame's football program sees a significant transformation under Marcus Freeman, and Jalen Brunson's historic scoring run for the Knicks. Plus, Boston Bruins' Brandon Carlo scores a crucial goal after welcoming his second child.Sources:https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/40095614/rugby-star-louis-rees-zammit-gets-first-reps-chiefshttps://fightingirishwire.usatoday.com/lists/college-football-preseason-rankings-top-25-espn-sec-notre-dame/https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/40097898/jalen-brunson-notches-4th-straight-40-point-game-knicks-winhttps://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/40098556/after-wife-gives-birth-carlo-scores-bruins-game-1-winOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Rugby star-turned-RB gets first reps with Chiefs(00:03:19) See Where Notre Dame Ranks in ESPN College Football Post-Spring Top 25(00:06:40) Brunson's 4th straight 40-point game lifts Knicks(00:09:11) Carlo joins Bruins late, scores after wife gives birth

Historic Betting on Kentucky Derby, Stars’ Game 7 Triumph, and Tua’s Contract Negotiations

Record $210.7M bet on the 2024 Kentucky Derby, Stars cap series rally with Game 7 win over Vegas. Plus, an update on Tua's contract negotiations with Miami and Larson's closest Cup finish ever at Kansas.Sources:https://www.espn.com/horse-racing/story/_/id/40089867/record-2107m-bet-2024-kentucky-derbyhttps://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/40091654/dallas-stars-eliminate-vegas-golden-knights-game-7https://dolphinstalk.com/2024/05/espn-update-on-tuas-contract-negotiations-with-miami-nothing-is-emanate/https://www.espn.com/racing/story/_/id/40091399/kyle-larson-wins-kansas-closest-cup-series-finish-everOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Record $210.7M bet on 2024 Kentucky Derby(00:02:32) Stars cap series rally with Game 7 win over Vegas(00:04:57) ESPN: Update on Tua's Contract Negotiations with Miami(00:08:08) Larson wins at Kansas in closest Cup finish ever