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Golden Tempo skipping the Preakness

Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo will not run in the Preakness Stakes next weekend, trainer Cherie DeVaux announced Wednesday. DeVaux and owners decided to skip the Preakness and set their sights on the Belmont Stakes on June 6 at Saratoga Race Course in upstate New York. DeVaux, who became ...

Pirates struggle with first trip to the desert

PHOENIX — Eduardo Rodriguez gave up just two hits over seven strong innings, Geraldo Perdomo added a two-run double and the Arizona Diamondbacks cruised past the Pittsburgh Pirates 9-0 in a game from Tuesday night. The D-backs used a five-run sixth to take a 7-0 lead. Gabriel Moreno hit an ...

Knicks go up 2-0 on 76ers

NEW YORK — Jalen Brunson scored 26 points and helped New York seize control of a close game after a run of blowouts, leading the Knicks to a 108-102 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night for a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals. Playing without the injured Joel ...

Rory McIlroy ready to go after rest, relaxation

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Rory McIlroy appeared rested and relaxed as he prepared for his first tournament since repeating as Masters champion. Just don’t let that be confused with complacency. The world’s No. 2-ranked player said he feels “more motivated” than ever heading into a major ...

Pistons, Cavaliers must prep quickly

Detroit’s Cade Cunningham and Cleveland’s Donovan Mitchell didn’t have much time to revel in reaching the Eastern Conference semifinals after surviving grueling first-round matchups. The Central Division rivals must quickly prepare for their series, which starts tonight in ...

Diggs’ assault trial begins

DEDHAM, Mass. — Opening statements and testimony began in the assault trial of Stefon Diggs, with his former live-in chef accusing the ex-New England Patriots receiver of slapping and choking her during a dispute at his home. Jamila “Mila” Adams told jurors Diggs struck her and wrapped his arm around her neck, leaving her struggling to breathe. Defense attorney Andrew Kettlewell said the attack never happened, citing a lack of evidence and suggesting Adams had a financial motive. Prosecutors say the case centers on what occurred on Dec. 2. Diggs, who has pleaded not guilty, ...