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Auburn’s 2026‑27 basketball schedule, finalized this week, features a blend of high‑profile non‑conference matchups and a grueling SEC slate, setting the stage for a comeback after the NIT title last season.
The Predators announced the appointment of Jordan DeKort to oversee goaltending for their AHL and ECHL affiliates, tapping a coach whose tenure at Kitchener culminated in an OHL championship and Memorial Cup triumph.
Shaw Sports Turf will headline the 2026 Ohio Valley Conference Football Media Day in Nashville on July 17, a collaboration that highlights the conference’s push to amplify visibility for its member programs.
Vanderbilt's deep and versatile running back corps, highlighted by standout performances from Sedrick Alexander and MK Young, is expected to drive the Commodores' offensive resurgence in the upcoming season.
Walmart partnered with Soccer Forward to host a soccer event for more than 200 children from Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee, aligning the initiative with the FIFA World Cup and emphasizing teamwork, cultural unity, and mental‑health benefits.
A look at the Commodores’ draft outlook for 2026, highlighting the few standout players and the broader implications for a program that has enjoyed consistent draft representation for two decades.
Former Vanderbilt forward Jalen Washington has taken the NCAA to court, seeking a fifth season of eligibility and a temporary restraining order against upcoming eligibility reforms.
A new lawsuit filed by former Vanderbilt guard Jason Edwards and led by Jalen Washington challenges the NCAA’s eligibility limits, hoping to grant a fifth season to athletes like Edwards who have exhausted their playing years
The Chicago Blackhawks have signed goaltender Drew Commesso to a two‑year, $875,000 contract, a move that underscores his emergence after a strong AHL season and international appearances.
Former University of Tennessee baseball standout Andrew Fischer, currently a key slugger for the Milwaukee Brewers' Double‑A affiliate, is set to play against the Knoxville Smokies from July 7 through July 12. His impressive 2025 season includes 28 home runs and a .296 average.
The Horned Frogs are set to field a diverse mix of experienced transfers and promising newcomers ahead of the 2026 season.
The Tennessean's comprehensive preview looks at the key storylines — from eligibility rules and new coaches to emerging talent — that will define the 2026 high school football season across the Nashville area.
A Nashville jury has found Blaise Taylor guilty of murdering Jade Benning and her unborn child, recommending a life sentence as the case heads toward a September sentencing.
Nashville’s front office has secured a six‑year, $33 million contract for forward Mavrik Bourque, a move that caps a prolific season and signals the team’s intent to build around his offensive surge.
Aiden Fink, a seventh‑round draft pick by the Nashville Predators, is entering his fourth development camp. He has yet to debut in the NHL but has logged time with the Milwaukee Admirals, set numerous Penn State records, and learned from NHL veterans.
The Houston Texans are projected to surprise many with an 8‑9 record and an AFC South title, but questions linger around Marlin Klein's role, David Montgomery's workload, and C.J. Stroud's playoff performance.
The Razorbacks' 2026 slate is divided into tiers of importance, highlighting games against Georgia, Texas, Missouri and others that will shape the program's trajectory.
The upcoming July 5 NASCAR Cup Series race at Chicagoland Speedway will feature a mix of chartered and non‑chartered entries, highlighted by the debut of three new driver line‑ups.
Vanderbilt's baseball team adds experienced catcher Matt Conte via the transfer portal, joining a lineup that already ranked among the SEC's most potent offenses.
Vanderbilt football enters a new chapter under head coach Clark Lea, with roster changes and the arrival of standout safety Ricardo Jones poised to shape the team's future.
The second round of NASCAR’s In‑Season Challenge features head‑to‑head battles that could reshape the playoff picture, spotlighting emerging form and the series’ push toward oval mastery.
Vanderbilt adds Dominic Monaco, a left‑handed pitcher from Western Kentucky, to address its bullpen needs. The move comes as the program seeks to rebuild after a challenging 2026 season.
The University of North Carolina has released a nonconference slate that includes a neutral‑site game against Final Four team Illinois, a doubleheader with NC State, and matchups versus Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky and West Virginia, all of whom posted strong records last season.
Veteran forward Vinnie Hinostroza has agreed to a two‑year contract with the Colorado Avalanche, extending his NHL career through the 2027‑28 season. The deal follows an 18‑point season with Minnesota and Florida, and reflects the Avalanche’s intent to bolster its forward lines.