Maria Butina Maria Butina's sentencing, Trump at NRA convention, arrival of "Avengers: Endgame": 5 things you need to know FridayUSA TODAY - EditorsMaria Butina, a Russian national who pleaded guilty in December to conspiring to act as an agent for the Kremlin without registering in the United States, is scheduled to be sentenced Friday in federal
San Jose Sharks Banged-up Sharks prepare for 2nd-round series vs. rested AvsUSA TODAY SportsSAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — As the San Jose Sharks survived back-to-back overtime games that left captain Joe Pavelski bloodied and dazed, and most of his teammates drained emotionally and physically, the
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Rested Islanders ready to go against Hurricanes in 2nd roundUSA TODAY SportsNEW YORK (AP) — The New York Islanders are rested and ready to go. The Carolina Hurricanes haven't had a chance to relax after outlasting the defending champions in a marathon seven-game series. More a
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoDave Gettleman Giants GM Dave Gettleman: QB Daniel Jones could sit for three yearsUSA TODAY Sports - Michael Middlehurst-SchwartzDave Gettleman isn't ready to start scheduling Eli Manning's farewell tour just yet. Ahead of the 2019 NFL draft, the New York Giants general manager noted his admiration for the quarterback succession
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports NFL draft winners, losers: Giants botch first round with Daniel Jones pickUSA TODAY Sports - Nate DavisThe first round of the 2019 NFL draft is complete. Who won and who lost on opening night of the league's annual "Player Selection Meeting"? Read on for some knee-jerk reactions ... Nashville: More than
Violent Extremism White supremacist terror is rising, and Trump's policies kneecap our ability to fight backUSA TODAY - George SelimThe Trump administration's actions and budget cuts prove it is unwilling to soberly evaluate and defeat domestic terrorism by white supremacists. “Charlottesville, Virginia.” Those were the first two of
Pretzel National Pretzel Day brings twisted freebies and deals Friday from Auntie Anne's and moreUSA TODAY Money - Kelly TykoIt's National Pretzel Day and pretzel franchises and businesses nationwide are celebrating the salty made-up food holiday by giving away pretzels and other discounted treats. The day to honor the knotted
Seattle Mariners Gonzales improves to 5-0, Mariners beat Rangers 14-2USA TODAY SportsSEATTLE (AP) — Marco Gonzales showed what a steady, efficient and deliberate big league pitcher can do Thursday night, even without an overpowering fastball. It's something to aspire to for Rangers left-hander
Sports Hitting NFL draft's red carpet means dressing up for momentUSA TODAY SportsNASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Brian Burns simply had to have the right pair of Spider-Man socks, so the pass rusher from Florida State had a pair overnighted to him in time for the red carpet at the NFL draft.
Sports Loading up in the trenches a now thing for NFL teamsUSA TODAY SportsNASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — NFL teams showed some preference for quarterbacks, as always, and an infatuation with players who protect them and disrupt them during the first round of the draft. Maybe for the
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoKelly Slater Slater advances, Gilmore out of World Surf League eventUSA TODAY SportsBELLS BEACH, Australia (AP) — Kelly Slater has advanced to the quarterfinals of the Bells Beach World Surf League event while defending champion Stephanie Gilmore lost her final-eight contest on Friday.
Sports Opinion: NFL draft's most intriguing moves include QB picks, Steelers' tradeUSA TODAY Sports - Mike JonesAt long last, the first round of the NFL draft finally arrived, and with it came plenty of intriguing developments as teams work to fortify their rosters. Here are some of the most intriguing teams or
Cincinnati Reds Hernandez Ks 3 with bases loaded, Reds beat Braves 4-2USA TODAY SportsCINCINNATI (AP) — With Cincinnati Reds clinging to a lead, David Hernandez came in and shut down the Atlanta Braves. The Reds' reliever struck out three straight Braves with the bases loaded and the Reds
Seattle, WA Seahawks address pass rush need selecting TCU's L.J. CollierUSA TODAY SportsRENTON, Wash. (AP) — As the defensive linemen kept coming off the board, the Seattle Seahawks decided not to take a risk or get cute at the end of the first round of the draft. Yet in true Seattle style,
Sports Dodgers spoil Jon Lester's return, beat Cubs 2-1USA TODAY SportsCHICAGO (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers spoiled Jon Lester's return to the Cubs' rotation by scoring on an error and a sacrifice fly, beating Chicago 2-1 on Thursday to avoid a three-game sweep. Lester
Sports Most questionable picks of NFL draft's first round: Rashan Gary is a risk for PackersUSA TODAY Sports - Lorenzo ReyesWe won’t know which first-round selections in the NFL draft will be busts or stars for at least several seasons. But the teams who excel most in the draft prioritize talent and value with their selections.
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Tarasenko scores twice, Blues beat Stars 3-2 in Game 1USA TODAY SportsST. LOUIS (AP) — Vladimir Tarasenko added to his growing playoff resume. Tarasenko scored two goals and the St. Louis Blues beat the Dallas Stars 3-2 Thursday night in first game of the teams' Western
Tyreek Hill Opinion: NFL must ban Tyreek Hill if audio found to be legitimateUSA TODAY Sports - Nancy ArmourIf the audiotape is legitimate, if Tyreek Hill really did physically abuse his son and threaten his fiancée, the Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver doesn’t belong in the NFL. A jail cell, a psychologist’s
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports How to watch Rounds 2 and 3 of the 2019 NFL draft on FridayUSA TODAY SportsThe 2019 NFL draft resumes Friday night in Nashville. Rounds 2-3 will start at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, and be aired on NFL Network, ABC, ESPN/ESPN2 and ESPN Deportes. USA TODAY Sports will have you covered
New York Yankees Angels rally to end Yankees' winning streakUSA TODAY SportsANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — When the breakthrough finally came for the Los Angeles Angels during a frustrating series against the New York Yankees, they were able to rally for their second largest margin of
Pete Buttigieg Franklin Graham calls on Pete Buttigieg to repent for the 'sin' of being gayUSA TODAY - Joel ShannonDemocrat Pete Buttigieg, who hopes to become the first openly gay president in American history, was targeted on Twitter this week by Franklin Graham in comments that called being gay a "sin, something
Sports Patriots select N'Keal Harry, add youth to receiving groupUSA TODAY SportsFOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The Patriots spent their lone pick of the first round of the NFL draft getting Tom Brady a fresh pair of hands to throw to. New England used the 32nd pick of Thursday's opening
Taylor Swift Taylor Swift's new pastel-drenched video for 'ME!' celebrates 'you're the only one of you'USA TODAY - Maeve McDermottTaylor Swift has been teasing the date "4.26" for exactly 13 days, which as fans know, is her lucky number. But it's Swift's fans who got lucky on Friday, when the 29-year-old singer finally revealed surprise
Sports Coyle scores twice, Bruins beat Blue Jackets 3-2 in OTUSA TODAY SportsBOSTON (AP) — Charlie Coyle tied it in the final five minutes of regulation and scored again with 5:15 gone in overtime on Thursday night to lead the Boston Bruins to a 3-2 victory over the Columbus Blue
D. K. Metcalf Drew Lock, D.K. Metcalf fall out of first round in NFL draftUSA TODAY Sports - Michael Middlehurst-SchwartzSome marquee players will have to wait another day to learn their fate in the NFL draft. Missouri quarterback Drew Lock and Ole Miss wide receiver D.K. Metcalf were among the biggest names who were not
Los Angeles Rams LA Rams trade out of 1st round, grab 2 picks from AtlantaUSA TODAY SportsTHOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Rams still haven't made a first-round draft pick in the Sean McVay era. The NFC champions traded the 31st overall pick to Atlanta on Thursday night, picking
Sports NFL draft: Winners and losers from college football after the first roundUSA TODAY Sports - Paul MyerbergPutting a former player into the first round of the NFL draft is a win for programs and head coaches, who can then tout their past successes in player development to recruits and parents in living rooms
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoBill Belichick Patriots pick receiver N'Keal Harry in NFL draft first for Bill BelichickUSA TODAY Sports - Michael Middlehurst-SchwartzBill Belichick finally made an exception to address his aerial attack. The New England Patriots drafted Arizona State wide receiver N'Keal Harry with the No. 32 pick in Thursday's NFL draft, marking the
FlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Bears could look to fill hole at RB in third roundUSA TODAY SportsLAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) — Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Pace insisted this week he is no fan of smokescreens. Now, it's time to find out if he was putting one up. The Bears figure to have a chance
Sports Saints await to make 1st pick in 2nd round of NFL draftUSA TODAY SportsMETAIRIE, La. (AP) — The New Orleans Saints were still waiting to make their first pick of the NFL draft when Thursday night's first round ended. The Saints are slated to pick late in the second round
