Minnesota Wild’s Low‑Cost, High‑Skill Winger Eyes Breakout Role
Signed to a modest contract, Maxim Shabanov brings KHL pedigree and offensive flair that could reshape Minnesota’s forward lines.
Jul 28, 2026
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Yankees Pursue Catcher Upgrade as Trade Deadline Nears
The New York Yankees are exploring trade options to shore up a weak catcher position, eyeing Hunter Goodman of the Rockies or Ryan Jeffers of the Twins, even as the health of star Aaron Judge stays unresolved.
Jul 28, 2026
2026 Fantasy Football Draft Guide: Key Insights and Player Outlook
The 2026 fantasy football draft season is underway, and success hinges on identifying value, avoiding overrated picks, and targeting sleepers across every position.
Jul 28, 2026
MLB Trade Deadline Looms: Fantasy Baseball Ripple Effects
With the trade deadline set for Monday at 6 p.m. ET, teams are poised to reshuffle rotations and lineups, a shift that could dramatically alter fantasy baseball values across the league.
Jul 28, 2026
Finding Calm in the Cracks of a Football-Obsessed State
A Minnesota writer reflects on the state’s love for the Vikings while championing the subtle pleasures of baseball.
Jul 28, 2026
2026 Fantasy Football Sleepers: Undervalued Stars Ready to Break Out
From Kyler Murray’s guaranteed starter role in Minnesota to Michael Pittman Jr.’s move to Pittsburgh, this guide identifies the hidden gems who could deliver outsized value in the 2026 fantasy season.
Jul 28, 2026
Harvard Ice Hockey Stars Earn Spots at USA Hockey National Festival
Two Harvard women's ice hockey players have been selected for the USA Hockey National Festival in Lake Placid, where they will compete for a place on the Collegiate Women's Select Team that will later take on Canada.
Jul 28, 2026
MLB’s Competitive Balance Claim Falters as 2026 Season Delivers Tight Races
An in‑depth look at a season where 24 of 30 teams vie for postseason spots, high‑spending franchises stumble, and the push for a salary cap faces both fan and player resistance.
Jul 28, 2026
Texas Longhorns dominate 2026 MLB Draft with six selections
Six University of Texas players were drafted in the 2026 MLB Draft, extending the program’s streak of annual selections since 1965 and highlighting the impact of head coach Jim Schlossnagle.
Jul 28, 2026
Brock Peterson Appointed Head Coach of Augsburg University Baseball
After years of service as an assistant and graduate coordinator, Brock Peterson is named head coach of the Augsburg University baseball team, bringing a legacy of playing and coaching to the role.
Jul 28, 2026
2026 Fantasy Football RB Sleepers: Undervalued Backs Set to Shake Up Drafts
From Kansas City’s rookie phenom to Green Bay’s injury‑prone lead back, this preview spotlights the running backs whose talent, role and situation make them prime late‑round flier candidates for the upcoming NFL season.
Jul 28, 2026
Late‑Round Quarterback Sleepers to Target in the 2026 Fantasy Draft
A deep dive into the late‑round quarterback options who could outperform their draft positions and become weekly starters in the upcoming NFL season.
Jul 28, 2026
Goodhue’s Bitty Basketball Camp Nurtures Young Shooters
A look at how a modest camp for kindergarten‑bound boys has grown into a cornerstone of Goodhue’s basketball tradition.
Jul 28, 2026
The Late‑Round Quarterback Surge
Fantasy football managers are increasingly finding value in late‑round quarterbacks whose draft positions do not reflect their upside, a trend highlighted by recent ADP overperformance and strategic team moves.
Jul 28, 2026
Late‑Round RB Targets: Jones, Mitchell, Allen
Three late‑round running backs — Aaron Jones, Keaton Mitchell and Kaytron Allen — offer outsized upside for half‑PPR drafts, each anchored by distinct team contexts and usage patterns.
Jul 28, 2026
Patrick Bowlin Joins Washington Huskies Coaching Staff
Winona native Patrick Bowlin has been appointed assistant women's basketball coach at the University of Washington, bringing a blend of playing experience and coaching expertise to a program on the rise.
Jul 28, 2026
Five UVA Baseball Players Drafted in 2026 MLB Draft
The 2026 MLB draft highlighted the University of Virginia's strong presence, with multiple players selected across rounds and promising recruits committing to the 2027 roster.
Jul 28, 2026
The 2002 Iowa Hawkeyes: A Near‑Miss That Could Have Changed College Football
The 2002 Iowa Hawkeyes finished 11‑1, captured a share of the Big Ten, and were ranked No. 5 in the final BCS standings, yet a controversial exclusion from the Rose Bowl sent them to the Orange Bowl, where they fell to USC. In a world where a 24‑team playoff had existed, the Hawkeyes would have been heavy favorites, reshaping the championship picture.
Jul 28, 2026
Trey Flesch Returns to Lindenwood as Assistant Coach for 2026‑27 Season
Trey Flesch, a Lindenwood University alumnus and former national championship goaltender, has been named assistant coach of the women's hockey team for the 2026‑27 season after stints at Mercyhurst University and the University of Maine.
Jul 28, 2026
Manhattan Girls Lead Sporting Kaw Valley to National Presidents Cup Victory
Four Manhattan teenagers contributed to Sporting Kaw Valley’s national soccer championship, a feat achieved after a series of state and regional victories in Wichita.
Jul 28, 2026
Katie Million’s Olympic Journey: From Miracle on Ice to Women’s Hockey Gold
From her early days with the 1980 Miracle on Ice camp to her current role as director of the U.S. Women’s Program, Katie Million’s decades‑long commitment has helped steer American hockey to its most recent Olympic triumph.
Jul 27, 2026
Weekly Streaming Pitcher Guide: Pitch‑Mix Breakthroughs and Matchup Picks
This week’s fantasy baseball streaming guide spotlights pitchers who have reshaped their repertoires, from Bubba Chandler’s sharper slider to Hunter Brown’s altered arm slot, while offering day‑by‑day matchup recommendations across the majors.
Jul 27, 2026
Kentucky Pursues Cade Tyson amid NCAA’s ‘5‑for‑5’ Eligibility Shift
With the NCAA’s new ‘5‑for‑5’ rule allowing athletes a five‑year window to complete their college careers, Kentucky basketball is evaluating Cade Tyson, a small forward whose career has seesawed across Belmont, North Carolina and Minnesota. The move follows a legal battle involving Denzel Aberdeen, who is also seeking an extra year of eligibility.
Jul 27, 2026
Firebirds Stumble Against Gatemen in Smoky Cape Cod League Showdown
The Orleans Firebirds faced the Wareham Gatemen under smoky skies, falling 6‑2 despite a solid offensive effort.
Jul 27, 2026