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Sports

Rangers jump on Bubba Chandler early, cruise to another win against Pirates

Rangers jump on Bubba Chandler early, cruise to another win against Pirates

  • Colin Beazley, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

ARLINGTON, Texas — On the night the NFL draft began, the Texas Rangers picked on an almost-Clemson QB. The Rangers jumped all over Bubba Chandler, the one-time college football recruit turned Pirates rookie, tagging the right-hander with six runs in four innings in a 6-1 Rangers win on Thurs…

Raiders draft new centerpiece QB Fernando Mendoza No. 1 overall

Raiders draft new centerpiece QB Fernando Mendoza No. 1 overall

  • Field Level Media

The Las Vegas Raiders selected Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft on Thursday.

Celtics G Derrick White wins NBA Sportsmanship Award

Celtics G Derrick White wins NBA Sportsmanship Award

  • FIELD LEVEL MEDIA

Boston Celtics guard Derrick White was named the 2025-26 NBA Sportsmanship Award winner on Thursday.

Skydiver who crashed into Virginia Tech's scoreboard explains what happened

Skydiver who crashed into Virginia Tech's scoreboard explains what happened

  • MARK BERMAN The Roanoke Times

The U.S. Army combat veteran, who has faced life-endangering situations before, is thankful for his rescuers from the Blacksburg Volunteer Fire Department.

Virginia Tech athletic director Whit Babcock set to retire

Virginia Tech athletic director Whit Babcock set to retire

  • DAMIEN SORDELETT The Roanoke Times

Whit Babcock’s tenure as Virginia Tech’s athletics director will end after 12-plus years.

Varina star, UVa football recruit Richardson's 'Feed The Bull' series is on NIL frontier

Varina star, UVa football recruit Richardson's 'Feed The Bull' series is on NIL frontier

  • ZACH JOACHIM Richmond Times-Dispatch

"I can make money off my name, that’s what kids are doing in college football right now ... There aren’t a lot of athletes in Richmond doing this."

Living legend Max Scherzer says playing piano saved Hall of Fame career

Living legend Max Scherzer says playing piano saved Hall of Fame career

  • Bob Nightengale USA Today

Max Scherzer is on the verge of 3,500 strikeouts — and he credits an unlikely source: playing the piano.

Three-star tailback Morrison commits to Virginia Tech

Three-star tailback Morrison commits to Virginia Tech

    Virginia Tech secured a pledge from a running back who has rushed for nearly 4,000 yards in his high school career.

    Virginia Tech men reportedly add San Diego State transfer Heide

    Virginia Tech men reportedly add San Diego State transfer Heide

      The 6-foot-9 forward started 31 games for San Diego State this year.

      Virginia RB Taylor among NFL Draft hopefuls. Plus, other names to watch

      Virginia RB Taylor among NFL Draft hopefuls. Plus, other names to watch

        J'Mari Taylor has already had quite the journey from a college walk-on at an FCS school to the ACC championship game with Virginia.

        No. 10 Virginia baseball rallies to beat Liberty in key mid-week contest

        No. 10 Virginia baseball rallies to beat Liberty in key mid-week contest

          No. 10 Virginia baseball rallied on Wednesday to beat Liberty, with Noah Murray's two-run single in the sixth serving as the winning hit.

          The Ultimate 2026 All-Star Teams for Every MLB Division

          The Ultimate 2026 All-Star Teams for Every MLB Division

            The 2026 MLB season is shaping up to be one of the most talent-packed in history, with every division stacked like an All-Star roster. From superstar power in the AL East to dominant depth in the NL West, the league is entering a new era of elite competition. This video breaks down projected…

            Projecting Virginia Tech's 2026 depth chart on defense and special teams after spring practices

            Projecting Virginia Tech's 2026 depth chart on defense and special teams after spring practices

              The base of the Hokies’ defense for the upcoming season will look similar to Brent Pry’s units before his tenure as head coach.

              Hokies' Shearer on competition at returner

              Hokies' Shearer on competition at returner

                High School

                Varina star, UVa football recruit Richardson's 'Feed The Bull' series is on NIL frontier

                Varina star, UVa football recruit Richardson's 'Feed The Bull' series is on NIL frontier

                "I can make money off my name, that’s what kids are doing in college football right now ... There aren’t a lot of athletes in Richmond doing this."

                Roanoke County family files lawsuit against VHSL, school board over homeschool sports rule

                Roanoke County family files lawsuit against VHSL, school board over homeschool sports rule

                A Roanoke County family has filed a lawsuit against the VHSL challenging the constitutionality of Virginia's rule prohibiting homeschool students from participating in high school athletics.

                Photos: Saturday's VHSL state basketball action in Richmond

                Photos: Saturday's VHSL state basketball action in Richmond

                The final day of state championship games at the Siegel Center

                Photos: Clarke County, Graham, Galax, Luray win state basketball titles

                Photos: Clarke County, Graham, Galax, Luray win state basketball titles

                Scenes from the second day of state championship basketball games in Richmond

                College

                Rangers jump on Bubba Chandler early, cruise to another win against Pirates

                Rangers jump on Bubba Chandler early, cruise to another win against Pirates

                ARLINGTON, Texas — On the night the NFL draft began, the Texas Rangers picked on an almost-Clemson QB. The Rangers jumped all over Bubba Chandler, the one-time college football recruit turned Pirates rookie, tagging the right-hander with six runs in four innings in a 6-1 Rangers win on Thursday night at Globe Life Field. Chandler struggled with both command and hard contact. He allowed seven ...

                Raiders draft new centerpiece QB Fernando Mendoza No. 1 overall

                Raiders draft new centerpiece QB Fernando Mendoza No. 1 overall

                The Las Vegas Raiders selected Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft on Thursday.

                Skydiver who crashed into Virginia Tech's scoreboard explains what happened

                Skydiver who crashed into Virginia Tech's scoreboard explains what happened

                The U.S. Army combat veteran, who has faced life-endangering situations before, is thankful for his rescuers from the Blacksburg Volunteer Fire Department.

                Virginia Tech athletic director Whit Babcock set to retire

                Virginia Tech athletic director Whit Babcock set to retire

                Whit Babcock’s tenure as Virginia Tech’s athletics director will end after 12-plus years.

                Professional

                Rangers jump on Bubba Chandler early, cruise to another win against Pirates

                Rangers jump on Bubba Chandler early, cruise to another win against Pirates

                ARLINGTON, Texas — On the night the NFL draft began, the Texas Rangers picked on an almost-Clemson QB. The Rangers jumped all over Bubba Chandler, the one-time college football recruit turned Pirates rookie, tagging the right-hander with six runs in four innings in a 6-1 Rangers win on Thursday night at Globe Life Field. Chandler struggled with both command and hard contact. He allowed seven ...

                Raiders draft new centerpiece QB Fernando Mendoza No. 1 overall

                Raiders draft new centerpiece QB Fernando Mendoza No. 1 overall

                The Las Vegas Raiders selected Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft on Thursday.

                Celtics G Derrick White wins NBA Sportsmanship Award

                Celtics G Derrick White wins NBA Sportsmanship Award

                Boston Celtics guard Derrick White was named the 2025-26 NBA Sportsmanship Award winner on Thursday.

                Living legend Max Scherzer says playing piano saved Hall of Fame career

                Living legend Max Scherzer says playing piano saved Hall of Fame career

                Max Scherzer is on the verge of 3,500 strikeouts — and he credits an unlikely source: playing the piano.

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