
Larson Eyes End to Winless Streak at Chicagoland
Kyle Larson aims to break his 42‑race winless streak at Chicagoland Speedway, facing William Byron in a high‑stakes $1 million In‑Season Challenge.
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Kyle Larson aims to break his 42‑race winless streak at Chicagoland Speedway, facing William Byron in a high‑stakes $1 million In‑Season Challenge.
The Jenison Wildcats have introduced a girls varsity hockey team that offers high school athletes in Ottawa and Kent counties a chance to compete close to home, with a fully inclusive roster and strong community backing.

The In‑Season Challenge began at Sonoma Raceway, but a revised seeding system excluded several high‑profile drivers, including Alex Bowman’s tiebreaker win over Cole Custer, while Austin Hill was deemed ineligible. The tournament will continue with the eero 400 on July 5, live on TNT.

Michigan’s women’s hockey scene is expanding with a new PWHL franchise in Detroit and several state players drafted for 2026, yet the absence of a Division I college program forces top talent to leave the state.

A look at the most promising waiver wire additions for Week 16, highlighting pitching standouts and power-hitting prospects.

Ohio State faces its toughest 2026 slate, traveling over 4,400 miles while battling elite opponents, while recruiting star David Gabriel Georges eyes a million‑dollar NIL deal. Meanwhile, alumni Kelsey Mitchell shines in the WNBA and Jakub Dobes secures a lucrative NHL contract extension.

Emily Barker, a 38‑year‑old wildland firefighter and former snowmaking crew leader at Vail Resorts, died while battling the Snyder Fire on the Colorado‑Utah border. Her legacy lives on in the hockey community, the crews she commanded, and the friends she never left behind.

YouTube personality turned NASCAR driver Garrett Mitchell, known as Cleetus McFarland, has announced a new Late Model series that will debut at Michigan’s Berlin Raceway, offering a $20,000 top prize.

A video‑game simulation predicts a dismal 1‑11 record for Michigan State, including losses to non‑conference foes, and raises questions about head coach Pat Fitzgerald’s prospects.
A 38‑year‑old Grosse Pointe Farms man was arraigned in St. Clair Shores on charges stemming from an alleged assault that occurred on June 13 while his vessel was docked at a local marina.

An overview of the key drivers, teams and storylines heading into the upcoming NASCAR race at Chicagoland Speedway.

Eight newcomers, including four defensemen, three forwards and a goaltender, bring diverse backgrounds and NHL draft pedigree to the Huskies' opening series against the Gophers.

With a blend of historic track knowledge and recent momentum, the team prepares for the TNT In‑Season Challenge at Chicagoland Speedway, where aging pavement could tip the scales in their favor.

James Armstrong, a top 2028 quarterback prospect, announced his commitment to Penn State after a record‑breaking 2025 season that included 3,000 offensive yards and 38 touchdowns. The pledge marks the second Western Pennsylvania native to join the 2028 class and underscores the program’s growing regional influence.
J.P. Estrella, a Tennessee transfer who averaged 10 points and 5.4 rebounds per game, has announced he will stay with the Michigan Wolverines for the upcoming season, joining fellow transfer Moustapha Thiam in a move that underscores the program's strategy after coach Dusty May left for the NBA.
Garai Fields, a former Ann Arbor Huron coach, has been appointed head coach of Plymouth High School’s girls basketball program, tasked with steering the team through its upcoming move to the Southeastern Conference and building on the legacy of Ryan Ballard.

After weeks of speculation, the Pistons announced they will keep Duncan Robinson, ensuring continuity in a lineup that now boasts multiple elite shooters.

Three Virginia natives — Brandyn Hillman, Peyton Lewis and Monroe Mills — are set to influence the Cavaliers' performance in the upcoming season.

Andrew Babalola, a five‑star recruit for the Michigan Wolverines, tore his ACL before the 2025 season and missed the entire year. Now he is rehabbing with the aim of earning a starting spot in 2026, joining a group of players battling for two open positions on the line.

After a 31‑8‑1 campaign, the University of Michigan men’s hockey team is adding top prospects, including CHL standout Landon DuPont and Memorial Cup‑winning defenseman Cameron Reid, to bolster a blue line that already boasts depth and experience.

The Wolverines finished 31-8-1 last year and are bolstered by the addition of dynamic defenseman Cameron Reid, a first‑round NHL pick poised to lead a deep defensive corps.

The Blackhawks have signed the 37-year-old two-time champion to stabilize their defense and mentor younger talent.

Detroit Red Wings have secured forward Carter Mazur on a two‑year contract worth $875,000 per season, a move that bolsters their forward depth after a strong 2025‑26 campaign with the Grand Rapids Griffins.

Monsanna Torbert, a four-star defensive back from Ohio, announced his commitment to the University of Michigan on Tuesday, ending a highly anticipated recruitment battle with Ohio State.