Yahoo Sports

Yahoo Sports is a news website that provides coverage of various sports events and teams. The site offers breaking news, scores, schedules, standings, stats, and analysis for a wide range of sports including MLB, NBA, NHL, soccer, tennis, golf ,and more. The site also features fantasy sports tools and resources for fans to engage with their favorite teams and players. While the site has a left-leaning editorial slant and occasional contradictions or conflicts of interest, it is generally considered a reliable source for sports news.

87%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This news site has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on its reporting.

Bias

86%

Examples:

  • The site often covers stories related to social justice and equality, which may appeal to a progressive audience.
  • Yahoo Sports has a left-leaning editorial slant, as evidenced by the coverage of social and political issues.

Conflicts of Interest

86%

Examples:

  • However, these conflicts are not often highlighted or prioritized in the coverage.
  • There may be conflicts of interest related to sponsorships and advertising deals, as the site does accept advertising from companies with ties to sports organizations.

Contradictions

90%

Examples:

  • However, these instances are rare and typically resolved in subsequent articles.
  • There are occasional contradictions in the articles, such as conflicting information about athletes or event schedules.

Deceptions

87%

Examples:

  • However, these instances are rare and typically resolved in subsequent articles.
  • There are occasional instances of deceptive practices, such as misleading headlines or sensationalized stories.

Recent Articles

  • Team USA's Alex Sedrick Scores Last-Second Try, Clinches Historic Bronze Medal in Women's Rugby Sevens at Paris Olympics

    Team USA's Alex Sedrick Scores Last-Second Try, Clinches Historic Bronze Medal in Women's Rugby Sevens at Paris Olympics

    Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024 Team USA's Alex Sedrick scored a last-second try against Australia to clinch the women's rugby sevens bronze medal at the Paris Olympics, marking their first Olympic medal in rugby sevens history.
  • MLB Trade Deadline 2024: Mets Eye Tanner Scott, Carlson on Move, Potential Deals and Rumors

    MLB Trade Deadline 2024: Mets Eye Tanner Scott, Carlson on Move, Potential Deals and Rumors

    Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024 MLB Trade Deadline: The Mets pursue Tanner Scott from the Marlins for bullpen help, while Dylan Carlson of the Cardinals could be on the move. The Yankees consider deals for Nestor Cortes and Taylor Ward is a target for the Pirates. With several top players already traded, such as Randy Arozarena and Pete Alonso potentially on the market before July 30's 6 p.m. ET deadline.
  • Simone Biles Competes with Calf Injury in Olympic Team Finals: A History of Overcoming Adversity

    Simone Biles Competes with Calf Injury in Olympic Team Finals: A History of Overcoming Adversity

    Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024 Despite a calf injury during warm-ups, Simone Biles, the most decorated American gymnast, will compete in the Olympic team finals. Known for her resilience, Biles posted top scores on floor and vault at qualifying. Team members Jordan Chiles and Sunisa Lee will also participate in all four events with Chiles leading off on vault, bars, and beam while Lee starts for floor exercise. Biles has a history of overcoming injuries; in 2018, she won six medals at the world championships with a kidney stone. The U.S. women's team is favored to win gold in the finals.
  • Two American Fencers, Lee Kiefer and Lauren Scruggs, Make History at the 2024 Paris Olympics: Kiefer Claims Gold, Scruggs Wins Silver in Women's Foil Final

    Two American Fencers, Lee Kiefer and Lauren Scruggs, Make History at the 2024 Paris Olympics: Kiefer Claims Gold, Scruggs Wins Silver in Women's Foil Final

    Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024 In a historic moment at the 2024 Paris Olympics, Lee Kiefer and Lauren Scruggs made headlines as they brought home gold and silver medals for Team USA in the women's foil final. Kiefer, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, dedicated her win to her late coach while Scruggs became the first Black woman from the United States to win an individual Olympic fencing medal. Asian nations and the United States have been challenging European dominance in recent years.
  • Jayson Tatum Sits Out Team USA's Olympic Debut Against Serbia

    Jayson Tatum Sits Out Team USA's Olympic Debut Against Serbia

    Broke On: Monday, 29 July 2024 At the 2024 Paris Olympics, Team USA defeated Serbia without Jayson Tatum due to coach Steve Kerr's strategic lineup choices. Key performances from Kevin Durant and LeBron James secured the victory, leaving Tatum an important role in their next game against South Sudan.
  • US Women's Soccer: Sophia Smith and Mallory Swanson Shine in 4-1 Victory over Germany at Paris Olympics

    US Women's Soccer: Sophia Smith and Mallory Swanson Shine in 4-1 Victory over Germany at Paris Olympics

    Broke On: Sunday, 28 July 2024 At the 2024 Paris Olympics, the US Women's National Soccer Team (USWNT) outperformed Germany with a 4-1 victory in the second group stage match. Sophia Smith and Mallory Swanson scored three goals each, leading the team to advance to the quarterfinals.
  • USWNT Takes on Germany in Olympics Soccer: Horan Captains Team, Swanson Scores Debut Goals

    USWNT Takes on Germany in Olympics Soccer: Horan Captains Team, Swanson Scores Debut Goals

    Broke On: Monday, 01 July 2024 The US Women's Soccer Team, led by captain Lindsey Horan and goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher, faces Germany in the Paris Olympics on July 28. With a 3-0 win over Zambia in their opening game, they lead Group B alongside Germany. Mallory Swanson debuted and scored two goals against Zambia, becoming the youngest USWNT scorer at a world championship since herself. The team's schedule includes matches against New Zealand and Australia.
  • UFC 304: Edwards Defends Welterweight Title Against Muhammad, Aspinall Retains Interim Heavyweight Championship

    UFC 304: Edwards Defends Welterweight Title Against Muhammad, Aspinall Retains Interim Heavyweight Championship

    Broke On: Saturday, 27 July 2024 UFC 304 in Manchester saw Leon Edwards defend his Welterweight title against Belal Muhammad for the second time, while Tom Aspinall retained his interim Heavyweight championship with a knockout win over Curtis Blaydes. Fans were engaged throughout the event, sharing their favorite moments and match-ups.
  • Paris 2024 Olympics: A Grand Opening on the Seine with Lady Gaga, Celine Dion, and More

    Paris 2024 Olympics: A Grand Opening on the Seine with Lady Gaga, Celine Dion, and More

    Broke On: Friday, 26 July 2024 Paris pulls off a daring and successful 2024 Olympics opening ceremony along the Seine River, featuring a parade of nations, Notre Dame performance, and musical acts like Lady Gaga and Celine Dion. Despite concerns over security and logistics, the event showcases France's resilience and unity.
  • Team USA Favored to Win 2024 Paris Olympics Men's Basketball Tournament: Intense Competition Awaits

    Team USA Favored to Win 2024 Paris Olympics Men's Basketball Tournament: Intense Competition Awaits

    Broke On: Friday, 26 July 2024 Team USA, led by NBA MVP runner-up Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and NBA champion Jamal Murray, is the favorite to win the men's basketball tournament at the 2024 Paris Olympics with a -400 betting odds. Canada, bolstered by its roster of 10 current NBA players including Nikola Jokic from the Atlanta Hawks, poses a strong challenge. Australia impresses with Josh Giddey's stats and Serbia brings experience with Nikola Jokic and Bogdan Bogdanovic. The tournament promises intense competition among top teams like Slovenia.