Hungary’s Viktor Orban, Donald Trump’s man in Europe, gambles on return of his American ally

Houston Astros star Jose Altuve has requested to be moved from the leadoff spot to the second position in the batting order. This change is motivated by his desire for more time to reach the dugout after playing in left field, a position he is occupying for the first time in his 14-year MLB career. Altuve's adjustment reflects his adaptability and commitment to the team's success while managing the challenges of a new fielding role....

The Minnesota Timberwolves lead the Los Angeles Lakers 3-1 in their first-round NBA Playoffs series, with Anthony Edwards highlighting Jaden McDaniels as the standout player. McDaniels is averaging 19.8 points and 7.3 rebounds per game, showcasing his potential as a two-way threat, particularly with the Lakers lacking rim protection. As Edwards emphasizes their strong partnership, the Timberwolves recognize the importance of trusting McDaniels for their long-term success, continuing to strive for victory against a formidable...

Josh Simmons, drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs, is poised to thrive in a franchise known for its strong culture and player development. Serving as a backup to newly signed left tackle Jaylon Moore, Simmons will have the opportunity to learn behind veterans without the immediate pressure of protecting Patrick Mahomes. Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer believes this environment is ideal for Simmons' growth, especially given the Chiefs' need to improve their offensive line after allowing...

Michigan State defensive lineman D'Quan Douse, who went undrafted in the 2025 NFL Draft, has been invited to the San Francisco 49ers' minicamp. Douse transferred to Michigan State for his graduate senior season, where he played 11 games, recording 25 tackles, including 5.5 for loss, and one sack, starting nine of those games. Prior to his time at Michigan State, he spent five seasons at Georgia Tech, accumulating 69 tackles and 5.5 sacks over 44...

The Boston Celtics host the Orlando Magic at TD Garden on April 29, 2025, with a 3-1 series lead and an opportunity to close out the matchup. Boston's injury report shows Jaylen Brown (knee) as questionable and Jrue Holiday (hamstring) out, while the Magic are missing Jalen Suggs (knee) and Moritz Wagner (ACL). The game starts at 8:30 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on TNT and NBC Sports Boston, with live streaming available on...

The New Orleans Saints have signed edge rusher Chris Rumph II to a likely one-year contract, as confirmed by NFL news sources. Rumph, 26, previously played four seasons with the Chargers, missing the entire last season due to a foot injury. A former fourth-round draft pick from Duke, he recorded 3 sacks and 39 tackles in his NFL career, and joins the Saints under defensive coordinator Brandon Staley, who aims to improve a pass rush...