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Jelena Ostapenko, left, of Latvia, hugs Sloane Stephens at the net after the final at the Miami Open tennis tournament, Saturday, March 31, 2018, in Key Biscayne, Fla. Stephens won 7-6 (5), 6-1.

American Stephens beats Ostapenko for Miami Open title

Jelena Ostapenko, left, of Latvia, hugs Sloane Stephens at the net after the final at the Miami Open tennis tournament, Saturday, March 31, 2018, in Key Biscayne, Fla. Stephens won 7-6 (5), 6-1.

March 31, 2018, 2:30pm National Sports

The Miami Open is moving, and Sloane Stephens became the final women's champion on the picturesque Key Biscayne by beating Jelena Ostapenko 7-6 (5), 6-1 Saturday. Read story

Former Super Bowl MVP Mark Rypien displays his Super Bowl ring in Spokane. Rypien said he has attempted suicide, hired prostitutes and suffers from persistent depression, and wonders if he suffered brain injuries while playing football.

Former Super Bowl MVP Mark Rypien says he attempted suicide

Former Super Bowl MVP Mark Rypien displays his Super Bowl ring in Spokane. Rypien said he has attempted suicide, hired prostitutes and suffers from persistent depression, and wonders if he suffered brain injuries while playing football.

March 30, 2018, 5:11pm National Sports

Former Super Bowl MVP Mark Rypien said he has attempted suicide, hired prostitutes and suffers from persistent depression. Now, he’s wondering if he sustained brain injuries while playing football. Read story

Seattle Mariners' Nelson Cruz connects for a two-run home run against the Cleveland Indians during the first inning of a baseball game Thursday, March 29, 2018, in Seattle.

Cruz missile propels Mariners in season-opening win

Seattle Mariners' Nelson Cruz connects for a two-run home run against the Cleveland Indians during the first inning of a baseball game Thursday, March 29, 2018, in Seattle.

March 29, 2018, 10:58pm National Sports

Felix Hernandez pitched shutout ball into the sixth inning, Nelson Cruz hit a two-run home run in the first inning and the Seattle Mariners opened the season with a 2-1 win over the Cleveland Indians on Thursday night. Read story

Seattle Mariners’ Ichiro Suzuki smiles as he jogs with teammates during a practice on their home field Wednesday, March 28, 2018, in Seattle. The team opens play Thursday against the Cleveland Indians.

Nostalgic opening to 2018: Ichiro will be in outfield again for the Mariners

Seattle Mariners’ Ichiro Suzuki smiles as he jogs with teammates during a practice on their home field Wednesday, March 28, 2018, in Seattle. The team opens play Thursday against the Cleveland Indians.

March 28, 2018, 8:08pm National Sports

The lingering question of whether Ichiro Suzuki would be ready for opening day was solved on Wednesday. Read story

Seattle Mariners right fielder Ichiro Suzuki, of Japan, fields a ball hit by Colorado Rockies’ DJ LeMahieu during the fifth inning of a spring baseball game in Scottsdale, Ariz., Tuesday, March 27, 2018.

Mariners unsure whether Ichiro will start season on DL

Seattle Mariners right fielder Ichiro Suzuki, of Japan, fields a ball hit by Colorado Rockies’ DJ LeMahieu during the fifth inning of a spring baseball game in Scottsdale, Ariz., Tuesday, March 27, 2018.

March 27, 2018, 4:45pm National Sports

The Seattle Mariners are monitoring Ichiro Suzuki’s strained right calf to determine whether he’ll be on the opening day roster or the disabled list. Read story

Pittsburgh Steelers head football coach Mike Tomlin, left, answers a question from a reporter at the coaches breakfast during the NFL owners meetings, Tuesday, March 27, 2018 in Orlando, Fla. (Phelan M.

It’s a catch: NFL owners approve simplified catch language

Pittsburgh Steelers head football coach Mike Tomlin, left, answers a question from a reporter at the coaches breakfast during the NFL owners meetings, Tuesday, March 27, 2018 in Orlando, Fla. (Phelan M.

March 27, 2018, 3:43pm National Sports

The NFL has a simplified catch rule designed to eliminate confusion — and, the league hopes, controversy — about receptions. Read story

Retired Colorado Rockies first baseman Todd Helton (17) said adjusting to retired life was a daunting and overwhelming adjustment initially. “It was hardest thing I’ve ever done in my life,” Helton shared.

Ex-major leaguers struggle with retirement

Retired Colorado Rockies first baseman Todd Helton (17) said adjusting to retired life was a daunting and overwhelming adjustment initially. “It was hardest thing I’ve ever done in my life,” Helton shared.

March 27, 2018, 6:08am National Sports

Todd Helton now regularly drives his two daughters to school or other activities back home in Tennessee, a huge life change for Colorado’s former All-Star first baseman. Read story

Clint Bowyer, right, celebrates after winning a NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Martinsville Speedway in Martinsville, Va., Monday, March 26, 2018.

Bowyer snaps 190-race losing streak with Martinsville win

Clint Bowyer, right, celebrates after winning a NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Martinsville Speedway in Martinsville, Va., Monday, March 26, 2018.

March 26, 2018, 4:23pm National Sports

Clint Bowyer snapped a 190-race losing streak dating to 2012 with a dominating NASCAR victory at Martinsville Speedway. Read story

Kansas' Devonte' Graham (4) holds the trophy after defeating Duke in a regional final game in the NCAA men's college basketball tournament Sunday, March 25, 2018, in Omaha, Neb. Kansas won 85-81 in overtime.

Newman leads Kansas past Duke in OT for Final Four bid

Kansas' Devonte' Graham (4) holds the trophy after defeating Duke in a regional final game in the NCAA men's college basketball tournament Sunday, March 25, 2018, in Omaha, Neb. Kansas won 85-81 in overtime.

March 25, 2018, 5:53pm College

Malik Newman and top-seeded Kansas got past their Elite Eight road block on Sunday, knocking off second-seeded Duke 85-81 in overtime in a thrilling Midwest Region finale that clinched the Jayhawks' first trip to the Final Four since 2012. Read story

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Felix Hernandez will make his 10th consecutive and 11th opening day start overall when the Mariners host the Cleveland Indians on Thursday, March 29, 2018.

Mariners ace Hernandez set to start 10th straight opener

Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Felix Hernandez will make his 10th consecutive and 11th opening day start overall when the Mariners host the Cleveland Indians on Thursday, March 29, 2018.

March 25, 2018, 3:06pm National Sports

Seattle Mariners ace Felix Hernandez is set to start on opening day for the 10th straight year. Read story