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QBs taken No. 1 overall in the NFL draft this century have rarely experienced Super Bowl success 04/13/2026 06:00am • HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — If the Raiders take Fernando Mendoza with the first pick of the NFL draft, as is widely expected, Las Vegas may finally be getting the franchise quarterback who will lead the team to the postseason success it has been seeking for years. Recent history, however, shows the roa MLB games are lasting a little longer this season. One reason could be the new ABS system 04/13/2026 06:00am • It could be argued that the Automated Ball-Strike system has been the MVP of Major League Baseball through the season's first 2 1/2 weeks, creating a game-within-the-game that's producing winners, losers and some dramatic moments. There appears to be at least one tradeoff. The robot umpires could be Group A preview: Co-host Mexico opens 2026 World Cup against South Africa 04/13/2026 06:00am • The first game of the World Cup will be played in Group A, with co-host Mexico kicking off the tournament against South Africa on June 11 in Mexico City. The Czech Republic and South Korea complete the group. Most of the games will be played in Mexico: two in Mexico City, two in Guadalajara and one Play-in tournament will decide the final 4 spots in NBA playoff field 04/13/2026 06:00am • For the Miami Heat, here's the bad news: They're in the play-in tournament again. And for the Heat, here's also some good news: They're in the play-in tournament again. The play-in — where the final four playoff spots will be decided — has become an unwanted tradition for Miami, which is in the Judge told to reconsider national security implications of halting Trump's White House ballroom 04/13/2026 05:40am • WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge must reconsider the possible national security implications of halting construction of President Donald Trump’s $400 million White House ballroom, an appeals court ruled on Saturday. A three-judge panel from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Colum Data Doctors: 6 hidden settings slowing your Windows PC 04/13/2026 05:01am • Q: My computer isn’t as fast as it used to be, but it’s not that old. What can I do to speed it up?  A: This is one of the most common questions we hear, and the good news is that a sluggish computer doesn’t automatically mean you need to go shopping for a new one. As always, sta World Cup 2026: Who's in, where to watch, betting odds, schedules and more 04/13/2026 05:01am • The biggest FIFA World Cup ever, with a record 48 teams set to play a record 104 matches spread out across the U.S., Canada and Mexico, is fast approaching. The three host nations automatically qualified for the field. Defending champion Argentina is back, and four nations — Cape Verde, Curacao, J Pope Leo pushes back on US President Trump's criticism of his peace message. 04/13/2026 04:54am • ABOARD THE PAPAL PLANE (AP) — Pope Leo pushes back on US President Trump's criticism of his peace message. ‘Something is seriously wrong’: A woman’s MS diagnosis story and why she wants you to know the signs 04/13/2026 04:38am • At Nationals Park on Sunday, the National MS Society hosted Walk MS D.C., an event aimed at raising awareness about multiple sclerosis and the importance of early diagnosis and treatment. For Jenny Nieto, a D.C. resident, her diagnosis followed a sudden and frightening change in how she felt afte Washington brings 3-game win streak into matchup with Columbus 04/13/2026 04:10am • Washington Capitals (42-30-9, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Columbus Blue Jackets (40-29-12, in the Metropolitan Division) Columbus, Ohio; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: The Washington Capitals are looking to keep a three-game win streak alive when they take on the Columbus Blue Jackets. Colum Devils play the Bruins after Hischier's 2-goal game 04/13/2026 04:10am • New Jersey Devils (42-36-3, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Boston Bruins (44-27-10, in the Atlantic Division) Boston; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: The New Jersey Devils visit the Boston Bruins after Nico Hischier's two-goal game against the Ottawa Senators in the Devils' 4-3 overtime win. Bos Today in History: April 13, Tiger Woods wins first Masters by record margin 04/13/2026 04:10am • Today is Monday, April 13, the 103rd day of 2026. There are 262 days left in the year. Today in history: On April 13, 1997, Tiger Woods, at age 21, became the youngest golfer to win the Masters Tournament in Augusta, Georgia, finishing a record 12 strokes ahead of Tom Kite. Also on this date: In 174 Mateo leads Braves against the Marlins following 4-hit game 04/13/2026 04:01am • Miami Marlins (8-8, second in the NL East) vs. Atlanta Braves (10-6, first in the NL East) Atlanta; Monday, 7:15 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Marlins: Eury Perez (1-1, 5.06 ERA, 1.38 WHIP, 18 strikeouts); Braves: Grant Holmes (1-1, 2.55 ERA, 1.07 WHIP, 14 strikeouts) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Braves - Nationals take 3-game road win streak into game against the Pirates 04/13/2026 04:01am • Washington Nationals (7-8, fourth in the NL East) vs. Pittsburgh Pirates (9-6, first in the NL Central) Pittsburgh; Monday, 6:40 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Nationals: Cade Cavalli (0-0, 2.51 ERA, 1.47 WHIP, 11 strikeouts); Pirates: Paul Skenes (2-1, 5.25 ERA, 1.25 WHIP, 12 strikeouts) BETMGM SPORT Mets aim to break skid in matchup with the Dodgers 04/13/2026 04:01am • New York Mets (7-9, fifth in the NL East) vs. Los Angeles Dodgers (11-4, first in the NL West) Los Angeles; Monday, 10:10 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Mets: David Peterson (0-2, 6.14 ERA, 1.84 WHIP, 14 strikeouts); Dodgers: Justin Wrobleski (1-0, 4.00 ERA, 1.22 WHIP, four strikeouts) BETMGM SPORTSBO