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Tracy McGrady will be next inductee in Orlando Magic Hall of Fame

The Orlando Magic will induct perennial NBA All-Star and Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady into their Hall of Fame on Tuesday, March 20.

On youth-laden Marlins team, veteran Brad Ziegler penciled in as closer

While the rebuilding Miami Marlins must rely heavily on unproven youngsters this season, they’ll count on their oldest player to get the final out.

Miami Marlins sign veteran outfielder Cameron Maybin to one-year deal

Outfielder Cameron Maybin signed a one-year contract and gives the young, rebuilding Miami Marlins much-needed experience.

Preview: Florida visits No. 19 Tennessee in critical matchup as regular season winds down

That crucial four-game closing stretch for the Gators begins Wednesday at No. 19 Tennessee, which also is coming off an SEC loss.

MLB players to wear Marjory Stoneman Douglas hats at spring training

Players will honor victims of last week’s shooting in Florida by wearing Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School hats at spring training games this week.

Orlando Magic sign guard Rashad Vaughn to 10-day contract

The Orlando Magic have signed guard Rashad Vaughn to a 10-day contract.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers release former Pro Bowl running back Doug Martin

Two-time Pro Bowl running back Doug Martin has been released by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Marlins' Don Mattingly says Bryce Harper should mind his own business

Miami Marlins manager Don Mattingly says Washington Nationals slugger Bryce Harper should not be critiquing Miami’s offseason moves.

Preview: Panthers try to rebound, close out road trip with win in Toronto

The Florida Panthers wrap up their long five-game road trip when they take on the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday night.

Preview: Lightning look to tighten up on defense as they visit Capitals

The Tampa Bay Lightning hit the road to take on the Washington Capitals on Tuesday night.

Miami snaps three-game skid with victory at Notre Dame

The Miami Hurricanes rode a late 13-0 burst to a 77-74 Atlantic Coast Conference win over Notre Dame on Monday night.

Florida State creeps back into the AP college basketball poll

The Florida State Seminoles are ranked No. 25 in the latest AP college basketball poll released Feb. 19.

Florida State rallies in second half to defeat Pittsburgh

The Florida State Seminoles rallied in the second half to defeat the Pittsburgh Panthers by a score of 88-75.

Arms race: Chris Archer confident Rays' rotation capable of being among MLB's best

Chris Archer believes Tampa Bay is capable of having the best rotation in the major leagues.

Roberto Luongo returns, Panthers spread scoring around in win over Flames

Roberto Luongo returned to the ice for the first time in more than 2 months as the Florida Panthers tamped down the Calgary Flames 6-3 on Saturday night.

Heat guard Wayne Ellington ousted from 3-point contest after 1st round

The NBA dunk contest was a throwback in many ways, with a 21-year-old rookie and a 25-year-old, third-year pro fighting it out for the trophy.

Rays trade RHP Jake Odorizzi to Twins for minor leaguer Jermaine Palacios

The Minnesota Twins have acquired right-handed pitcher Jake Odorizzi from the Tampa Bay Rays for minor league infielder Jermaine Palacios.

Preview: Luongo set to make his return as Panthers visit Flames

Another late-night game awaits the Florida Panthers, as their road trip next takes them to Calgary to face the Flames on Saturday.

Preview: Lightning look to avenge early season loss to Devils

The Tampa Bay Lightning conclude their two-game homestand when they welcome the New Jersey Devils to town Saturday night.

Arkansas State suing Miami for failing to reschedule football game

Arkansas State has sued Miami and is seeking $650,000 in damages for failing to reschedule their football game.

Dan Straily glad to still be with Miami Marlins after their offseason makeover

Dan Straily says he wants to be a cornerstone of the the Miami Marlins’ rebuilding plan.

Jacksonville Jaguars' stadium will have new name starting next season

The Jacksonville Jaguars said TIAA Bank Field will replace EverBank Field as the official stadium name.

Waiting game: Marlins remain hopeful Wei-Yin Chen will join rotation eventually in 2018

The Marlins’ offseason trades didn’t include their most expensive pitcher, probably because there’s little market for an injury-plagued $18 million left-hander.

Rays RHP Jake Odorizzi wins arbitration case, will make $6.3 million in 2018

Cleveland’s Trevor Bauer, Houston’s Collin McHugh and Tampa Bay’s Jake Odorizzi won their salary arbitration cases Thursday.

Preview: Lightning back at home, try to get groove back against Red Wings

The Tampa Bay Lightning are back at home to take on the Detroit Red Wings on Thursday night.

Panthers hold off Canucks for win on emotional night

Nick Bjugstad had a goal and an assist, and the Florida Panthers overcame a shaky start to beat the Vancouver Canucks 4-3 on Wednesday night.

Bob Boughner says Panthers played with heavy hearts in Vancouver

Florida Panthers coach Bob Boughner breaks down Wednesday’s road victory and says the players took the ice with heavy hearts after the tragic Parkland shooting earlier in the day.

Preview: Panthers could have Roberto Luongo back in net for showdown against Canucks

The Florida Panthers continue their trek through western Canada when they take on the Vancouver Canucks on Wednesday night.

Preview: Magic look to extend Hornets' woes in return home

The Orlando Magic try to close out the first section of the season on a high note when they take on the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday night.

FSU hopes to make statement with No. 11 Clemson in town

The Seminoles (17-8 overall, 6-7 in the ACC) have another shot to get the attention of the tournament committee.