
Gophers lock in 18‑game Big Ten slate for 2026‑27 season
The Golden Gophers will face a full Big Ten schedule next season, with two games against Wisconsin and a mix of home and away contests across the Midwest and beyond.
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The Golden Gophers will face a full Big Ten schedule next season, with two games against Wisconsin and a mix of home and away contests across the Midwest and beyond.

NHL insider Frank Seravalli reports that Dylan Larkin has submitted a three‑team trade list that includes the Florida Panthers, Minnesota Wild and Vegas Golden Knights, effectively eliminating the Columbus Blue Jackets from consideration despite earlier fan speculation.
After a 7-6 finish in 2025 and a Las Vegas Bowl loss to Utah, the Cornhuskers aim to break new ground with a revamped staff, key recruits and a challenging slate that includes matchups against Michigan State, Oregon and Ohio State.

The Spartans secure a versatile edge rusher whose rankings and physical tools add depth to their future defense.

The Columbus Blue Jackets have a handful of restricted free agents to lock up before the July 1 cutoff, a timeline that could reshape their roster ahead of the NHL Draft in Buffalo.

The Columbus Blue Jackets must allocate a $32 million cap window to retain key restricted free agents before rival clubs can intervene.

An exhibition match between Brazil and Egypt will take place in Cleveland this Saturday, expected to bring $18 million into the local economy and accelerate the growth of professional soccer in Northeast Ohio.

The Columbus Crew and the Columbus Metropolitan Library have announced an expanded collaboration that will see joint programming, complimentary match tickets and a kickoff celebration aimed at fostering literacy and community engagement.

Despite losing a key defensive end to Indiana, Ohio State continues to build a robust 2027 recruiting class with multiple official visits planned for the summer.

Four‑star defensive lineman Reinaldo Perez chose Indiana over Ohio State, Michigan, Michigan State and Virginia Tech, bringing the program's 2027 class to double‑digit commitments and highlighting the Hoosiers' rising momentum on the recruiting trail.

Chris MacFarland, the newly appointed president of hockey operations and general manager of the Nashville Predators, discusses the team's strategic vision, draft plans and the challenges of building a championship roster.

Ohio State's latest recruiting class brings together elite prospects and experienced transfers, positioning the program to rebound from a disappointing finish and meet lofty ambitions for the upcoming year.

Former Colorado Avalanche executive Chris MacFarland assumes the top hockey role with the Nashville Predators, succeeding Barry Trotz, as the club looks ahead to the 2026 NHL Draft and a renewed push for success.

EA Sports has announced the cover art for College Football 27, featuring three standout athletes on the Standard Edition and Indiana coach Curt Cignetti on the Deluxe Edition, with a full reveal scheduled for June 4.

Ohio State is using a fresh coaching staff and name, image, and likeness incentives to chase five‑star wide receivers and other top talents for the 2027 class.

The National Women’s Soccer League is using the 2026 FIFA World Cup as a cultural catalyst, launching a “Summer of Soccer” that blends traveling fan experiences with marquee matches designed to set attendance records and embed the league within mainstream soccer consciousness.

A look at the weekend's outcomes, the impact of name, image and likeness deals, and what lies ahead for Ohio State's 2026 class.

Dave Richardson’s return brings a seasoned conditioning expert back to Ohio State, where he will work alongside a reshaped staff ahead of the November 2 opener versus BYU.

After a first‑round NCAA Tournament exit last year, Ohio State is bolstering its lineup with transfer portal additions, a highly touted freshman class, and returning standouts, all in pursuit of a stronger Big Ten campaign.

Ohio State’s head coach Jake Diebler has elevated assistant coach Jamall Walker to associate head coach, acknowledging his two‑decade coaching pedigree and recent national recognition.

Indiana University’s football program is poised to achieve several first‑time victories in the 2026 season, from a potential win over Ohio State in Bloomington to a historic comeback that ended a drought at Penn State.

Ohio State hosted a high‑profile weekend in Columbus, but the absence of several elite recruits underscores the shifting power of name, image and likeness deals.

Ohio State has added four transfers ranked in the top 100 by The Athletic, including linebacker Christian Alliegro, safety Terry Moore, defensive tackle James Smith, and safety Earl Little Jr., each bringing experience and talent to the program.

Brady Edmunds, a California quarterback committed to Ohio State, has signaled openness to other Big Ten programs, prompting a reshuffling of recruiting strategies across the conference.