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The Pittsburgh Penguins have agreed to a one‑year contract with forward Andrei Kuzmenko, worth $5 million annually and extending through the 2026‑27 season. The move comes after Kuzmenko’s strong showing with the Los Angeles Kings, where he contributed 25 points in 52 games.
The New Jersey Devils have secured the services of forward Arseny Gritsyuk through a three‑year, $9.75 million deal, highlighting his rapid emergence from KHL standout to NHL contributor.
After a modest 10‑point season with the Avalanche and a trade that made him expendable, forward Zakhar Bardakov is set to rejoin SKA St. Petersburg, the club where he previously spent four seasons.
Coach Dawn Staley adds two French prospects, Alicia Tournebize and Justine Loubens, to a roster that now boasts 13 percent French representation, highlighting the growing allure of U.S. college basketball for overseas talent
A deep dive into the clash between analytics and the spontaneous joy of soccer, featuring pioneers like Luke Bornn, Sarah Rudd and José Mourinho.
Kentucky has contacted Russian center Gleb Firsov, whose 6‑foot‑10 frame and offensive versatility could fill a depth role if sophomore forward Malachi Moreno remains in the NBA Draft.