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A Queens crash escalated into a fatal baseball bat attack, leaving one dead and another injured as police seek the suspect.
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A Queens crash escalated into a fatal baseball bat attack, leaving one dead and another injured as police seek the suspect.

The Athletic’s annual list of best and worst contracts spotlights Patrick Kane’s comeback with the Chicago Blackhawks, his potential chemistry with Connor Bedard, Sunny Mehta’s take on the Hughes brothers, and the ripple effects for the New Jersey Devils, Grand Rapids Griffins alumni, and the New York Rangers.

The 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey squad, famous for the Miracle on Ice, gathered to honor this year's gold‑medal champions, sharing memories, support and optimism for the sport's future, including a possible 2042 New York‑Lake Placid Games.

Members of the 1980 gold‑medal team reflect on their historic victory, the rise of today’s champions, and New York’s bid to host the 2042 Winter Olympics.

After a 20‑year hiatus, a youth baseball tournament is back in Carthage, New York, thanks to recent field improvements and community effort.

The funeral for Kinu Rochford, a former Fairleigh Dickinson University basketball player killed in a Harlem shooting, drew hundreds to a Brooklyn mosque, highlighting his service to the homeless and the outpouring of grief from those whose lives he touched.

LeBron James' free‑agent decision looms over the NBA, influencing team strategies, broadcast plans and the upcoming preseason schedule.

Beth Greenwood, a 24‑year‑old catcher from Rochester, will play for the Boston Hunters in the first‑ever Women's Professional Baseball League, set to debut in August with games streamed live on YouTube.

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver reflects on the controversy surrounding Caitlin Clark’s early WNBA season, emphasizing political dimensions and league growth.

The University of Missouri's women's basketball program announced the addition of two veteran assistants, Mike Nicholson and Devin Hill, who will join head coach Kellie Harper's staff ahead of the upcoming season.

The program is counting on Singleton’s potential to fill the void left by departing star Joshua Jefferson and help sustain its early‑season momentum.

Indiana University’s basketball squad is competing in the FISU America Games in Peru, while the football program welcomes a highly touted 2028 recruit, and the Back Home Network showcases new programming.
This week’s guide breaks down the elite starters, highlights replacements for sidelined arms, and points to minor‑league talent worth stashing, all backed by detailed notes and daily SP roundup insights.

The Tampa Bay Rays, leading the American League, may pursue Francisco Lindor, a high‑priced shortstop, to push for their first World Series title.

A look at the most compelling pitching additions available on the waiver wire for Week 18, highlighting performances and deeper‑league options.

Lionel Messi is set to join Inter Miami after the World Cup final, a move that could reshape Major League Soccer's trajectory.

Lionel Messi’s upcoming move to Inter Miami, Antoine Griezmann’s arrival at Orlando City and the lingering impact of the World Cup are reshaping Major League Soccer’s trajectory, according to league officials and players.

Major League Soccer is counting on a blend of home‑grown talent and global superstars to sustain momentum after the World Cup, with Lionel Messi's imminent switch to Inter Miami and the arrival of Antoine Griezmann poised to reshape the competition.

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has been criticized for his passive approach to the safety of WNBA superstar Caitlin Clark, focusing more on downplaying the controversy than addressing the repeated physical fouls she has endured.

With the fantasy playoffs looming, several pitchers and hitters are seeing their value erode. Here’s a rundown of the most vulnerable players and why they might be expendable.

Morgan Bulkeley entered the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1937 under disputed circumstances, serving only a year as league president while his broader political career in Connecticut remains a subject of scholarly scrutiny.
Nick Weiermiller, head coach of the Elmira Notre Dame boys basketball team, announced he will pause coaching to support his infant son Colton, who has undergone two operations for a unilateral cleft lip and palate. He plans to resume his role next season while continuing his full‑time position at the school.

UConn’s 2026‑27 campaign hinges on Silas Demary Jr.’s leadership after a high‑ankle sprain, as the Huskies blend returning stars with fresh talent to chase a championship.

From on‑court calls to death threats, the treatment of Caitlin Clark has ignited a national conversation that stretches far beyond basketball.