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Salazar set to start Tribe home opener

His start in the Indians’ home opener was 50 hours away, but Indians right-hander Danny Salazar said he was already beginning to prepare himself mentally.


Criticized or not, Wildcats’ Calipari just keeps winning

Everyone has an opinion of John Calipari.


Kazmir pitches Athletics past Indians

When left-hander Scott Kazmir became a free agent last winter, the Cleveland Indians never offered him more than a one-year contract because of health concerns.


Waiters scores 26 points as Cavaliers rout Magic

At this point in the season, the Cleveland Cavaliers are hoping to make one last run at the playoffs.


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Back surgery will keep Woods out of Masters

Tiger Woods chose surgery to heal his ailing back over a quest for another green jacket, announcing Tuesday that he will miss the Masters for the first time in his career.

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Hurricanes roll past Pittsburgh

The Penguins let a chance to clinch their second straight division crown slip away.


Spartans overcame late-season stumble

Michigan State and Connecticut meet today in the East Regional final.


Kentucky takes hard path to Elite Eight

The Wildcats’ opponent, Michigan, is plenty young, too.


Indians fall in spring finale

Cleveland agreed to a multiyear contract with catcher Yan Gomes.


Florida ends Dayton’s improbable run

Scottie Wilbekin scored 23 points and Florida became the first team to advance to the Final Four.


Wisconsin clinches Final Four berth

Frank Kaminsky carried Wisconsin to the Final Four with 28 points, including six in overtime.


Pirates have high hopes for 2014

After reaching the playoffs last year, Pittsburgh wants to do better this year.


Pirates look to build on 2013 success

The Pittsburgh Pirates are in some ways just another NL contender these days.


Cleveland Indians preview: Tribe wants more than a taste of playoffs

The Indians intend to play in October again — and again.


YSU’s Rupe, Jakovina win in Raleigh

Youngstown State junior Eric Rupe (Maplewood) and sophomore Jay Jakovina (Fitch) won events Friday in the Raleigh Relays.