Current Sports News Briefs: All-Star Race, PGA Championship, Dodgers Trade, Liberty vs. Fever, Woods at PGA, Marchand’s Status, NFL Speech Controversy, WADA Criticizes U.S., Scheffler in PGA, Maple Leafs Hire Berube

NASCAR drivers are gearing up for the All-Star Race after rain delayed qualifying at North Wilkesboro Speedway in North Carolina. The highly anticipated return to the roots of the sport was put on hold as Mother Nature had other plans on Friday. The All-Star Open, a preliminary race before the main event, will now determine the field with drivers earning their spot based on points.

In golf, American Collin Morikawa is making waves at the PGA Championship with an impressive performance, carding a six-under par second-round 65. Morikawa’s hot streak of five birdies in a row has put him in contention heading into the weekend in Louisville, Kentucky.

The Los Angeles Dodgers have added pitching depth to their roster by acquiring left-handed minor leaguer Anthony Banda from the Cleveland Guardians. Banda, who has been performing well in Triple-A Columbus this season, will bolster the Dodgers’ bullpen as they aim for success in the coming games.

In other sports news, the New York Liberty are set to face off against the Indiana Fever in their home opener, with rookie Caitlin Clark leading the charge. Meanwhile, Tiger Woods had a tough outing at the PGA Championship, falling far from the projected cut line in his first tournament since the Masters.

The Boston Bruins are facing a critical decision as captain Brad Marchand is a game-time decision for Game 6 against the Florida Panthers. Marchand has been sidelined with an upper-body injury, and his presence on the ice could be a game-changer for the Bruins.

The NFL has distanced itself from controversial remarks made by Kansas City Chiefs placekicker Harrison Butker during a commencement speech, while the World Anti-Doping Agency has criticized the U.S. for undermining anti-doping efforts.

On a positive note, the Toronto Maple Leafs have hired Craig Berube as their new head coach, bringing in a fresh voice to lead the team to success on the ice. Stay tuned for more exciting sports updates as the action continues to unfold.