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NASCAR star Kyle Busch is sidelined for the upcoming Coca‑Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway after a severe illness, prompting his team to turn to Xfinity Series regular Austin Hill.
Anthony Mantha’s breakout season with 33 goals and 64 points has turned his contract talks into a focal point for the Pittsburgh Penguins, who must balance cap constraints with the desire to keep a key contributor.
The Minnesota Wild reached the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, but uncertainty surrounds their net‑minding situation as the offseason approaches.
A look at the draft picks, trade rumors, and coaching changes shaping the NHL offseason.
With a May 27 deadline looming, top Kentucky prospects are weighing professional opportunities against collegiate development, while analysts dissect the strategic maneuvers behind their rising draft stocks.
After a strong showing at the NBA Draft Combine, Matt Able faces a pivotal decision that could shape his professional trajectory and collegiate future.
After a strong showing at the NBA Draft Combine, Matt Able must decide whether to turn professional or return to the University of North Carolina for another season.
The Montreal Canadiens defeated the Buffalo Sabres 3-2 in overtime during Game 7 of their Eastern Conference second-round playoff series. Alex Newhook scored the winning goal, and the team will now face the Carolina Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference finals. Meanwhile, the Professional Women's Hockey League announced its expansion to San Jose, California, and Minnesota Wild goaltender Filip Gustavsson will undergo hip surgery, casting uncertainty over his availability.
General manager Bill Guerin outlined his strategy for the upcoming offseason, emphasizing the need to retain key talent and address the team's center position to chase a Stanley Cup.
The Minnesota Vikings’ quarterback situation is poised for change as they balance a one‑year contract for Kyler Murray with the emergence of J.J. McCarthy and the prospect of adding Brendan Sorsby to the roster.
Seventeen‑year‑old Carson Carels, a top prospect for the 2026 NHL Draft, has pledged to play college hockey at the University of North Dakota, setting the stage for a potentially historic defensive lineup.
Dodgers left‑hander Blake Snell will undergo surgery to clean out loose bodies from his elbow, with the club hoping he can pitch again before the season ends. Meanwhile, veteran hitter Wilber Flores, fresh off a three‑home‑run game for the Giants, has signed with Tijuana, linking up with Turner and Junior Lake on the Toros.
A.J. Ewing’s debut, Colt Emerson’s rise, and a slew of streaming pitchers reshape 2026 fantasy baseball.
Brighton & Hove Albion saw a winning position evaporate in the dying moments at Leeds, leaving their European qualification hopes hanging by a thread as they prepare to face Manchester United on the last day of the season.
The Boston Bruins shine at the IIHF Worlds, the Buffalo Sabres force a Game 7, the Minnesota Wild’s trade attempt falls through, and a pink‑tinged Panthers jersey design sparks conversation.
Chris DeMarco, the newly appointed head coach of the New York Liberty, navigates criticism and embraces WNBA culture as he prepares for the 2026 season.
The Athletic’s Mike Jones selects the Week 12 Patriots‑Chargers clash as the season’s top Sunday Night Football game, citing its playoff roots, subtle jabs at coach Mike Vrabel, and the potential return of a coach‑reporter scandal.
Smith Snowden joins the Michigan Wolverines, bringing elite coverage skills and versatility to a defense poised to become a cornerstone of the 2026 roster.
The Minnesota Wild have eight unrestricted free agents who have each voiced a willingness to remain with the club, citing family, team culture and personal goals.
Newcastle United are holding firm on a £75 million valuation for Anthony Gordon while Bayern Munich edge closer to a five‑year deal, and other clubs explore alternatives to strengthen their squads.
RFK Racing faces a strategic crossroads as it navigates limited charters, sponsor expectations, and the high price of acquiring a new entry for the 2027 NASCAR season.
Carson Wetsch, a 2024 third-round selection, inked an entry-level deal after a breakout season with the Kelowna Rockets, where he posted 50 assists and 72 points while captaining a roster packed with NHL prospects.
Amari Allen, a former Alabama basketball standout, is weighing a 2026‑27 return to college while navigating a pivotal NBA draft decision that could reshape his career trajectory.
Allen Graves, a standout forward from Santa Clara, is considering a move to either LSU or Duke as he prepares for the 2026 NBA Draft, drawing attention from analysts and programs alike.