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Orlando Magic Earn NBA Playoff Berth, Draw Detroit Pistons in First Round
The Orlando Magic punched their playoff ticket by dominating the Charlotte Hornets in the play-in and will face the Detroit Pistons starting April 19.
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NBA Fines LaMelo Ball $60,000, Says He Merited Ejection for Tripping Bam Adebayo
The NBA fined LaMelo Ball $60,000 and said he should have been ejected for tripping Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo in a play-in loss.
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Rays fans celebrate return to Tropicana Field after Hurricane Milton repairs
Tampa Bay Rays fans returned to Tropicana Field for the home opener after Hurricane Milton tore off the dome's roof in 2024, forcing the team to play elsewhere.
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Tampa Bay Rays return to $60 million renovated Tropicana Field Monday
The Tampa Bay Rays will play their first game at renovated Tropicana Field Monday after Hurricane Milton damaged the roof in October 2024.
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Dolphins GM Sullivan open to drafting quarterback despite signing Malik Willis
Miami Dolphins GM Jon-Eric Sullivan says he's not ruling out drafting a quarterback in 2026 despite signing Malik Willis to a three-year deal in free agency.
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Jacksonville Jaguars to play 2027 season at Orlando's Camping World Stadium
NFL owners unanimously approved the Jaguars' temporary move to Orlando for the 2027 season while EverBank Stadium undergoes $1.4 billion renovations.
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Raddysh breaks Lightning franchise record with 21st goal in 3-1 win
Darren Raddysh scored his 21st goal to break Tampa Bay Lightning's single-season record for defensemen in Saturday's 3-1 victory over Boston Bruins.
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Inter Miami opens Miami Freedom Park stadium after 6 years in Fort Lauderdale
Inter Miami played its first match in Miami at the new Miami Freedom Park stadium Saturday night, ending six years of playing home games in Fort Lauderdale.
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Lightning clinch ninth straight playoff berth with 3-1 win over Bruins
Tampa Bay Lightning secured their ninth consecutive playoff berth before defeating Boston Bruins 3-1 at Amalie Arena, with Darren Raddysh setting franchise record.
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Miami Police Report Smooth Traffic Flow for Nu Stadium Opening Game
Miami Police managed traffic successfully during Nu Stadium's first game at Freedom Park, with fans reporting surprisingly clear conditions despite pre-game concerns.
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Jaime Jaquez Jr. scores 32 points as Miami Heat rout Washington Wizards 152-136
Jaime Jaquez Jr. led Miami with 32 points while Kel'el Ware added 24 points and 19 rebounds in the Heat's dominant victory over Washington at home Saturday.
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Panthers Face Penguins at PPG Paints Arena with 11 Players Injured
Florida Panthers travel to Pittsburgh with 37-35-3 record to face Penguins despite having 11 players on injured list including Aaron Ekblad and Sam Reinhart.
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FanDuel Sports Network closure leaves Orlando Magic seeking new TV deal
Orlando Magic among 13 NBA teams affected by FanDuel Sports Network shutdown after missed 2026 payments, forcing search for new broadcast partners.
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Panthers End Bruins' Four-Game Win Streak 2-1 at Amerant Bank Arena
Sergei Bobrovsky made 15 saves in the third period as Florida Panthers defeated Boston Bruins 2-1 in Sunrise, ending Boston's four-game winning streak.
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West Florida Argonauts to Join United Athletic Conference in 2026
University of West Florida football program will transition from Division II to FCS, joining the United Athletic Conference effective 2026.
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Magic Fall 130-101 to Hawks Despite Franz Wagner's Return from Injury
Orlando Magic lost 130-101 to Atlanta Hawks at Kia Center as Franz Wagner returned from ankle injury after missing games since Feb. 11.
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Pinellas County sea turtle nesting season begins with 669 record nests
Sea turtle nesting season runs May 1 through Oct. 31 in Pinellas County, with officials urging residents to keep beaches clean, dark and flat.
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Florida's 7-foot-9 Olivier Rioux enters transfer portal after two seasons
The world's tallest college basketball player announces he's leaving the Gators after playing 15 total minutes across two seasons in Gainesville.
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Disney considered building hotels inside Magic Kingdom in 2024, records show
Court records reveal Disney executive testified about plans for one or two new hotels inside Magic Kingdom theme park before company abandoned the idea.
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FSU's Sophia Fullbrook Leads Coach Mo Classic by Two Strokes in St. Augustine
Florida State golfer Sophia Fullbrook holds individual lead while Seminoles sit two strokes behind team leaders at St. Johns Golf Club tournament.
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Tampa Bay Rays partner with Hearst Television for 10 free games across Florida
The Tampa Bay Rays will broadcast 10 home games for free on Hearst Television stations across Florida, starting with their April 6 home opener at Tropicana Field.
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Yandy Díaz ties career-high with 5 hits as Rays beat Cardinals 11-7
Tampa Bay's Yandy Díaz collected five hits and four RBIs while Steven Matz earned the victory against his former team in an 11-7 win over St. Louis.
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Siniakova and Townsend Complete Sunshine Double with Miami Open Victory
Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend defeated Sara Errani and Jasmine Paolini 7-6, 6-1 to win Miami Open doubles title and complete Sunshine Double.
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Rain Suspends Miami Open Doubles Final With Errani-Paolini Leading 40-0
Italian duo Sara Errani and Jasmine Paolini were leading 40-0 in the 12th game when rain halted their Miami Open doubles final against Siniakova-Townsend.
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Rocha leads Miami FC to 4-2 comeback victory over Jacksonville
Arney Rocha scored and assisted as Miami FC rallied from a halftime deficit to defeat Sporting Club Jacksonville 4-2 at Hodges Stadium in their first win of the season.
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Tampa Bay Rowdies seek third straight win against Loudoun United at Al Lang
The Tampa Bay Rowdies look to extend their perfect 2-0-0 start Saturday night against Loudoun United FC at Al Lang Stadium in St. Petersburg.
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Aryna Sabalenka defeats Coco Gauff 6-2, 4-6, 6-3 in Miami Open final
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka beat fourth-ranked Coco Gauff to win her second straight Miami Open title and complete the Sunshine Double.
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Czech Republic's Jiri Lehecka reaches Miami Open final at Hard Rock Stadium
Jiri Lehecka defeated Arthur Fils 6-2, 6-2 to advance to his first ATP Masters 1000 final at the Miami Open in Miami Gardens.
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Lavonte David retires after 14 seasons, all with Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Linebacker Lavonte David announced his retirement Tuesday after 14 NFL seasons, all with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, matching Derrick Brooks' franchise record.
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Miami Marlins Sign Austin Slater to Fill Outfield Void Before Season Opener
The Miami Marlins signed veteran outfielder Austin Slater to a major league contract after he opted out of his Detroit Tigers deal last week.
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Miami Heat end five-game losing streak with 120-103 victory over Cleveland
Norman Powell scored 19 points as the Miami Heat defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 120-103, ending a five-game losing streak with contributions from eight players.
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Ormond Beach approves 254-home development on former golf course site
Ormond Beach City Commission voted 4-1 to approve Tomoka Reserve development despite resident concerns about traffic and safety on former golf course property.
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Coco Gauff reaches Miami Open semifinals with 6-3, 1-6, 6-3 win over Bencic
American tennis star Coco Gauff defeated Belinda Bencic in three sets to advance to her first Miami Open semifinal, becoming youngest American semifinalist since Serena Williams in 2024.
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Cerundolo upsets Medvedev 6-0, 4-6, 7-5 at Miami Open in stunning comeback
Francisco Cerundolo defeated Daniil Medvedev in three sets at the Miami Open, becoming the latest upset in a tournament filled with Top 10 exits.
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Florida Gators crush Prairie View A&M 114-55 in NCAA Tournament opener
The defending champion Gators dominated with a 60-21 halftime lead and seven players scoring in double figures in their first-round NCAA Tournament victory.
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Prairie View A&M falls 114-55 to Florida Gators in NCAA Tournament
Prairie View A&M Panthers suffered a 114-55 defeat to top-seeded Florida Gators in NCAA Tournament first round despite historic SWAC championship season.
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Miami Hurricanes defeat FIU Panthers 10-3, improve to 6-0 in midweek games
The Miami Hurricanes defeated cross-town rival FIU 10-3, maintaining their perfect 6-0 record in midweek contests this season with strong offensive performance.
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Volusia County Sheriff threatens financial penalties for spring break promoters
Sheriff Mike Chitwood warns social media promoters organizing unsanctioned spring break events face lawsuits after 133 arrests in Daytona Beach area.
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Jacksonville's Bob Hayes Invitational honors Olympic-NFL legend with 164 teams
The Bob Hayes Invitational returns to Jacksonville this week with 164 teams competing to honor the only athlete to win both Olympic gold and a Super Bowl ring.
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Lionel Messi scores 900th career goal in Inter Miami loss to Nashville
Lionel Messi reached 900 career goals in Inter Miami's CONCACAF Champions Cup match against Nashville, joining Cristiano Ronaldo in exclusive milestone club.
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Anisimova recalls childhood Miami Open memories ahead of tournament return
World No. 6 Amanda Anisimova reflects on watching tennis icons at Key Biscayne as a child before making her Miami Open debut in 2017.
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Jacksonville influencer pushes Duval County schools for expanded trade programs
Jason Goodrich, 25, launches petition with 1,300 signatures urging more vocational training starting in ninth grade for students not college-bound.