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Jiri Slegr, a 2002 Stanley Cup champion with the Detroit Red Wings, steps down as GM of the Czech national team to become co-owner of HC Litvinov, enlisting Robert Lang and Martin Ručinský in a supportive role.
The University of Washington announced the hiring of DeAndre Haynes, a seasoned coach with extensive Big Ten experience, to lead the team's development in the upcoming season.
Andrew Graham, a 44‑year‑old Australian, is serving as interim co‑manager for the IronPigs while Chris 'Tank' Adamson takes personal time. His decades‑long career in U.S. baseball blends a trans‑Pacific journey, player development work, and a nostalgic longing for home.
Despite a 12‑game gauntlet against elite opponents and key injuries, the Chicago White Sox finish the early June stretch with a 6‑5 record, highlighted by victories over the Dodgers and a clutch grand slam in New York.
Boston’s first move of the NHL offseason sends a promising forward to San Jose, while the club honors Patrice Bergeron and eyes future draft assets.
The Detroit Red Wings are counting on a new brand of toughness as they head into the upcoming season, and much of that expectation rests on the shoulders of 20‑year‑old forward Michael Brandsegg‑Nygard.
Detroit’s struggling rotation chief warns that the club must turn its season around quickly or face major changes before the 2026 trade deadline, a scenario that could reshape the team’s future.
A look at the most impactful players available on the wire and the pitching options that could sway fantasy lineups.
After six years in the minors, Trei Cruz joins the Detroit Tigers, joining a rare baseball dynasty that includes his grandfather Jose Cruz Sr. and father Jose Cruz Jr., while the club eyes a potential remedy for a struggling infield.
The Tigers kicked off their annual Black in Baseball Weekend with a Black Diamond Dinner that recognized Negro Leagues pioneers, presented the Willie Horton African American Legacy Award, and set the stage for a series of events highlighting Detroit’s baseball heritage and expanding pathways for young talent.
San Jose Sharks complete a draft‑pick swap with the Buffalo Sabres to bring in 26‑year‑old defenseman Michael Kesselring, a towering presence who posted a career‑high 29 points last season with the Utah Mammoth.
The Detroit Tigers promoted Trei Cruz to the majors, completing a family saga that spans three generations. The move arrives as the team battles to climb out of a tough early-season slump.
The recent Nike Girls Flag Football Showcase at Birmingham Groves High School gave dozens of players a chance to display their abilities before college coaches, highlighting the sport’s growing reach.
American hockey fans near the Canadian border grapple with the end of CBC’s iconic Hockey Night in Canada, a tradition that blended sport, history and community across the border.
The first PWHL draft in Detroit introduced six promising athletes, led by Olympic bronze‑medalist Andrea Brandl, whose career spans North America and Europe.
Brian James, a 50‑year veteran of basketball coaching, announced his retirement from Northwestern University’s men’s basketball program, ending a distinguished career that spanned high school, college and professional levels while shaping generations of players and coaches.
Detroit will field its first Professional Women's Hockey League team in five months, built on a revived league, high‑profile investors, and a draft that already introduced Olympic bronze‑medalist Andrea Brändli and local prospect Casey Borgiel.
UConn's women's hockey program made history with three players drafted in the 2026 PWHL Draft, highlighting a breakthrough season for the Huskies.
Detroit's heavy reliance on pinch-hitters has not translated into offense, with backup catcher Jake Rogers striking out in a key moment and the team's substitutes batting below .130 this season.
Raleigh's transformation into a major‑league sports town is driven by an intense fan base, a booming population, and the Carolina Hurricanes' recent successes, sparking aspirations for new franchises and larger celebrations.
Patrice Bergeron’s rise from a Quebec rookie in 2003 to Boston Bruins captain and Hall of Fame hopeful is defined by work ethic, leadership, and a lasting impact on and off the ice.
A historic draft saw seven Penn State women's ice hockey players chosen, highlighted by Tessa Janecke's third‑overall selection and a program‑wide impact across the Professional Women's Hockey League.
Four University of Minnesota Duluth players were selected in the fourth-ever PWHL Draft, underscoring the program's depth and future prospects.
The Premier Women’s Hockey League draft in Detroit showcased a new generation of stars, with Harvey’s historic selection, Murphy’s rise, and a host of local prospects heading to expansion teams.