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Men’s College Basketball National Championship Game: Florida vs. Houston – 8:50 PM – CBS
The madness all comes down to this: The Florida Gators will take on the Houston Cougars at the Alamadome in San Antonio, Texas in the National Championship Game. Houston punched their ticket to the penultimate showdown in March Madness 2025 after eliminating Cooper Flagg-led Duke in a shocking Final Four comeback, surging in the final minutes to overcome a 14-point deficit, winning 70-67. Duke had been the odds-on favorite to win the national title.

Florida, too, staged a second half comeback to take down Auburn and head to the National Championship. Florida’s Walter Clayton Jr. posted a career-high 34 points in the game and was a major factor in the Gator’s win.

Right now, Florida is very narrowly the favorite to win the title, but as seen with Houston’s historic win in the Final Four, anything can happen in March Madness.

NHL GAMES ON TODAY

Tampa Bay Lightning at New York Rangers – 7:00 PM – NHL Center Ice, FanDuel Sports Network Sun
The Tampa Bay Lightning (44-26-6) head to Madison Square Garden to face the New York Rangers (36-33-7) in what promises to be a thrilling matchup. The Lightning have been an offensive powerhouse this season, boasting an average of 3.6 goals per game, making them one of the most formidable teams in the league. Their elite power play, converting at 25%, will look to exploit the Rangers’ penalty kill, which stands at 81%. On the flip side, the Rangers must rely on their balanced approach; with both their average goals scored and against sitting at 3, they’re capable of matching the Lightning’s aggression with caution. New York will need to leverage their home-ice advantage and seek opportunities to counter Tampa Bay’s explosive offense if they hope to skate away with a win.

St. Louis Blues at Winnipeg Jets – 7:30 PM – Amazon Prime Video, NHL Center Ice, NHL Network, FanDuel Sports Network Midwest
The St. Louis Blues (43-28-7) are set to take on the formidable Winnipeg Jets (52-21-4) in what promises to be a thrilling matchup. The Blues have been solid this season, with a potent offense averaging 3.1 goals per game and a respectable power play success rate of 22%. However, they will be facing a Jets team that has arguably been one of the best in the league, boasting an impressive 70% win percentage and allowing the fewest average goals against at 2.4. Winnipeg’s offensive firepower is formidable, averaging 3.4 goals per game and featuring a power play success rate of 29%. The Blues will need to tighten their defense and capitalize on every scoring opportunity to contend with the Jets’ relentless attack.

Seattle Kraken at Los Angeles Kings – 10:30 PM – NHL Center Ice, NHL Network, FanDuel Sports Network West
The Seattle Kraken (33-38-6) travel to face the LA Kings (44-23-9) in a matchup that might challenge Seattle’s resolve against a formidable opponent. The Kraken have shown an ability to generate offense, averaging 3 goals per game, but their defense has been vulnerable, allowing 3.2 goals on average. Their 18% power play conversion rate will need to overcome the Kings’ solid penalty kill, which stifles opponents at an impressive 82%. For the LA Kings, their balanced gameplay—averaging 3 goals per game while maintaining a tight 2.5 goals against—signifies a team well-equipped to exploit Seattle’s defensive lapses.

Edmonton Oilers at Anaheim Ducks – 10:30 PM – NHL Center Ice, Victory+, FanDuel Sports Network SoCal
The Edmonton Oilers (44-27-5) travel to face the Anaheim Ducks (33-35-8) in what promises to be an intriguing clash. The Oilers have been a formidable force, with a powerhouse offense averaging 3.2 goals per game, further bolstered by a potent 25% power play success rate. Their defensive strength, allowing only 2.9 goals per game, might provide them with the edge they need against the Ducks. Meanwhile, the Ducks have struggled slightly this season, averaging 2.7 goals per contest while conceding 3.2. Their power play has been a notable weak point, converting just 12% of the time, which could be problematic against an Oilers team that’s adept at both scoring and defending. For Anaheim, breaking through Edmonton’s solid defensive set-up will be crucial to stay competitive.

Calgary Flames at San Jose Sharks – 10:30 PM – NHL Center Ice, NBC Sports California Plus
The Calgary Flames (36-27-13) head out to the Bay Area to take on the San Jose Sharks (20-46-10). With a steady win percentage of 56%, the Flames have relied on a sound defense and a solid penalty kill operating at 76%. Their power play conversions are a respectable 21%, which could pose a challenge for the Sharks, whose penalty kill stands at a lower 75%. On the other hand, San Jose’s struggles this season are evident in their league-low 33% win percentage, compounded by allowing a staggering 3.8 goals against per game. Calgary’s balance might be too much for the Sharks, but this is hockey, and anything can happen on the night.

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MLB GAMES ON TODAY

New York Yankees at Detroit Tigers – 3:10 PM – MLB Extra Innings®, MLB Network®, YES Network
The New York Yankees (6-3) come into this matchup with an offensive powerhouse, averaging a formidable 8.4 runs per game, which sets them among the top performers this season. While their defense has been slightly volatile, allowing 5 runs per game, their potent lineup often bails them out. They’ll face a Detroit Tigers team (5-4) that has shown a knack for grinding out wins, averaging 5 runs per game while maintaining a solid defensive effort, conceding just 4.3 runs.

Toronto Blue Jays at Boston Red Sox – 6:45 PM – MLB Extra Innings®, MLB Network®, NBC Sports Boston, NESN
The Toronto Blue Jays (5-5) head to Fenway Park to face a Boston Red Sox (6-4) team that’s riding the wave of a five-game winning streak. The Blue Jays, with a balanced 50% win rate, have found themselves evenly matched in both offensive production and defensive play, averaging 3.5 runs per game while giving up 4.1. They’ll need to bring their A-game against the surging Red Sox, who boast a formidable offensive lineup, scoring an impressive 6.3 runs per game. Boston’s recent success has been bolstered by their ability to outscore opponents, which should serve them well if Toronto struggles to contain their hot bats. For the Blue Jays, this matchup could prove pivotal in gaining momentum and creating separation from a crowded middle of the league standings.

Texas Rangers at Chicago Cubs – 7:40 PM – MLB Extra Innings®, FanDuel Sports Network Southwest
The Texas Rangers (8-2), with a solid 80% win percentage, have showcased their strength early this season, especially on the mound, allowing a mere 3.4 runs per game. They bring their winning streak into Chicago, challenging a Chicago Cubs (7-5) team that boasts steady offense, averaging 6.4 runs per game. While the Rangers rely on their robust pitching to maintain their momentum, the Cubs will need their offense firing on all cylinders to break through Texas’s formidable defense. With both teams in good form, this clash could turn into a thrilling contest, heavily influenced by who gains control of the game’s pace first.

Minnesota Twins at Kansas City Royals – 7:40 PM – MLB Extra Innings®, FanDuel Sports Network North
The Minnesota Twins (3-6) have been trying to find their footing this season, with an offense that’s been slow to ignite, averaging just 3.9 runs per game. Their defensive numbers have also been less than stellar, allowing 5.2 runs per contest, which puts them in a tough spot as they face the Kansas City Royals (4-5). The Royals have shown a balanced approach with both offense and defense, scoring and allowing 4.0 runs per game on average. Kansas City’s steadiness at both ends of the field might give them an edge in what promises to be a competitive matchup, especially if the Twins can’t muster more aggression at the plate.

Baltimore Orioles at Arizona Diamondbacks – 9:40 PM – MLB Extra Innings®, MLB Network®, Mid Atlantic Sports Network
The Baltimore Orioles (4-6) are looking to halt a minor slump, hoping their balanced run production and defense at an average of 4.7 runs scored and allowed keeps them competitive. However, they’ll face the Arizona Diamondbacks (5-5), who are hovering at a .500 record and looking to emerge from a brief losing streak. Arizona’s offensive output of 5.8 runs per game outshines Baltimore’s, giving them a potential advantage if their pitching tightens up against a middling Orioles squad. This matchup could hinge on which team’s offense finds its rhythm first, with the Diamondbacks carrying a slight edge in overall firepower.

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