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The Minnesota Wild have inked Maxim Shabanov to a $1.6 million, one-year contract for the 2026-27 season, adding a proven scorer who excelled with Traktor Chelyabinsk and made a strong impression in his NHL rookie year.
Steel City Collectibles is offering a 10‑box Pick‑Your‑Team break featuring premium Chrome, Finest and Tier One products, top rookies and superstar autographs, with a special SCC Rewards Points bounty linked to the 2025 All‑Star Week MVP and Home Run Derby champions.
A seven‑game skid has dropped the New York Yankees from the top of the AL East, with manager Aaron Boone urging a turnaround after a series sweep by the Detroit Tigers and a slump from veteran Cody Bellinger.
With the season ended early, the New York Rangers are mapping out moves that could reshape the roster, from potential trades involving Vincent Trocheck to free‑agency pursuits of veteran talent.
The Chicago Blackhawks have extended qualifying offers to Connor Bedard and other restricted free agents, made key draft selections, traded Andre Burakovsky, and announced plans for Bowen Byram's development, while veteran Jonathan Toews retired and the PWHL revealed its first outside investors.
A federal grand jury has charged former NBA forwards Malik Beasley and Ed Davis, along with several other players, in a sweeping gambling fraud case that threatens the integrity of professional basketball.
A federal grand jury has charged former NBA forward Malik Beasley and journeyman Ed Davis with conspiring to manipulate game outcomes for profit, ensnaring insiders and major betting platforms.
The latest edition of Connections: Soccer Edition offers players a set of clues and solutions across four categories, from host cities to record‑breaking transfers, all crafted by senior editor Will Jeanes of The Athletic.
Gavin McKenna becomes the first Penn State player drafted first overall, while a record 19 current or committed NCAA athletes fill the opening round, underscoring a transformative shift in the league's talent pipeline.
Veteran broadcaster Mike Tirico, celebrated for his work on the NFL, Olympics and other major sports, has never called a baseball game but hopes to bring his seasoned voice to NBC's upcoming MLB broadcasts, rooted in a lifelong passion for the Detroit Tigers.
A deep dive into the most impactful players to pick up off waivers, from Mets speedster A.J. Ewing to Cardinals power hitter Blaze Jordan, plus insights on emerging arms like Connor Prielipp and Jack Perkins.
Veteran forward Hilary Knight has signed a two‑year extension with the newly formed PWHL Detroit, bringing elite experience and a championship pedigree to a team poised to shape the future of women's professional hockey.
Abbey Murphy’s draft night in Detroit was marked by family presence, a storied college career, and a reunion with Team USA teammate Alex Carpenter, as Seattle looks to reshape its roster.
The NBA draft will descend upon the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, this week, turning the iconic arena into a stage for 60 selections spread across two rounds. The event will be televised nationally by ESPN and streamed on ABC, bringing the drama to millions of viewers. Tennessee's basketball program, under head coach Rick Barnes, has produced 57 all‑time NBA draft picks, and a steady stream of alumni are being selected each year, highlighting the university's growing influence on the professional game.
The PWHL announced its first outside investments from Kilmer Sports Ventures and Ilitch Companies, marking a turning point for the league as it prepares to add four new teams and capitalize on record fan attendance.
The Professional Women’s Hockey League announced its first two major investors, Ilitch Companies and Kilmer Sports Ventures, as it expands its roster of teams and seeks a U.S. national broadcast partner.
A look at the early mock draft projections for three Arkansas basketball standouts, their statistical highlights, and the broader implications for the Razorbacks and the SEC.
Walker Buehler's recent surge, a deep dive into his pitch mix, and a quick tour of other standout starters from Saturday's action.
With the league's salary cap climbing, clubs are exploring ways to offload hefty deals, spotlighting a handful of players whose contracts could be reshaped before the next season.
From the Blue Jays' Ernie Clement to the Braves' Michael Harris II, a new generation of players is turning heads with statistically compelling performances that put them at the forefront of All‑Star voting.
The NHL has concluded a review of Mike Babcock’s time in Columbus, removing obstacles to a possible hiring by the Edmonton Oilers, while the coach’s recent resignation over privacy concerns and his storied career remain central to the discussion.
Five Wisconsin alumni become first‑round picks in the 2026 PWHL Draft, setting new records for the program and highlighting the league’s expanding talent pool.
The National Hockey League has cleared coach Mike Babcock to return to the bench, removing a major hurdle for the Edmonton Oilers as they search for a new head coach after parting ways with Kris Knoblauch.
The Professional Women’s Hockey League’s 2026 draft in Detroit delivered first‑overall pick Caroline Harvey, international breakthroughs and a deep pool of collegiate talent, marking a transformative moment for the sport.