NBA
Nuggets’ altitude advantage shows up again in fourth-quarter surges
Denver keeps pulling away late at home, and visiting coaches are adjusting rotations to cope with the thin air.
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NFL
Lions turn fourth-down aggression into a weekly weapon
Detroit keeps going for it on fourth down, and the analytics-driven approach is producing points and wins.
MLB
Orioles’ aggressive baserunning keeps pressure on every defense
Baltimore leads the league in stolen bases and extra bases taken, turning singles into scoring chances.
NHL
Maple Leafs tighten up defensively under a new system
Toronto has cut shots against by more than four per game, a shift that could change its playoff fortunes.
MLS
Seattle Sounders turn to academy graduates during a congested run
Seattle has handed minutes to several homegrown players, and the youngsters are making the most of them.
Tennis
Clay-court specialists eye the spring swing after a quiet hard-court season
Several players who thrive on clay are planning lighter autumn schedules to peak in Europe next spring.
Boxing
Women’s boxing builds momentum with another sold-out arena
A women’s world title fight sold out a major arena again, continuing a strong run for the sport.
Volleyball
Beach volleyball tour heads to its season finale with titles on the line
The top pairs head into the last event of the season with the overall rankings still undecided in both draws.
UFC
Fighter pay and health insurance return to the spotlight
Athletes and advocates are renewing calls for improved pay structures and expanded health coverage.
Golf
Major championship venues prepare tougher setups for next season
Course setup teams are lengthening holes and firming up greens to keep scoring in check.