Good morning, New York/New Jersey sports fans! We usually stick to the regional squads while sipping our 'Morning Coffee,' but there are a lot of other items to discuss in the world of sports today. So, let's broaden our horizons a little bit.
↵Golf legend Seve Ballesteros has passed away after a lengthy battle with brain cancer. He was 58 years old. Ballesteros won five major tournaments in his brilliant career. See SB Nation's Waggle Room for more reaction.
↵The Kentucky Derby will be run today. SB Nation has everything you need to know.
↵If you are a boxing fan, you know that legends Manny Pacquaio and Shane Mosley trade punches tonight. Our Chris Celletti has done a great job breaking down the fight.
↵In the NBA Playoffs, the two-time defending champion Los Angeles Lakers are now at the brink of elimination, down 3-0 to the Dallas Mavericks after losing Friday night, 98-92.
↵Now, for a little regional news.
↵The New York Yankees defeated Texas, 4-1, Friday behind the pitching of Ivan Nova and the power of Curtis Granderson.
↵Andre Ethier of the Los Angeles Dodgers extended his hitting streak to 30 games, but the New York Mets were still victorious, 6-3.
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