Mike Gansey Takes the Helm as 76ers President of Basketball Operations
Mike Gansey’s appointment alongside Bob Myers sets the stage for a decisive draft move and a reshaped basketball operations landscape in Philadelphia.
May 30, 2026
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Mike Gansey Takes the Helm of the Philadelphia 76ers’ Basketball Operations
The Sixers announced the appointment of Mike Gansey as president of basketball operations, filling the vacancy left by Daryl Morey's departure and capping a rapid rise for an executive whose career spans from player to award‑winning general manager.
May 29, 2026
Travis Kelce Joins Cleveland Guardians as Minority Investor
Travis Kelce, a three‑time Super Bowl champion and fiancé of pop superstar Taylor Swift, has become a minority investor in the Cleveland Guardians. His first act will be throwing the ceremonial first pitch on June 14 against the Detroit Tigers.
May 27, 2026
Iowa and UConn Women’s Basketball Ink Home-and-Home Series for 2026-27, 2027-28
A two-year scheduling agreement between the Iowa Hawkeyes and UConn Huskies sets up a home-and-home series for the 2026-27 and 2027-28 seasons, reigniting a rivalry that has produced memorable contests in recent years.
May 26, 2026
Marlies Edge Past Monsters in Game 5, Set for Conference Finals Showdown
The Toronto Marlies survived a nail‑biting Game 5 to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals, with rookie Easton Cowan delivering the decisive goal.
May 26, 2026
Hockey Highlights: Penguins, Knights, Marlies and the Indy 500 Fallout
From the Penguins’ goaltender report card to the Golden Knights’ five‑goal surge, this week’s action spans the NHL, AHL and even the Indy 500, raising questions about trades, jersey designs and draft priorities.
May 25, 2026
Marlies Edge Past Monsters in Thrilling Game 5, Advance to Conference Finals
A dramatic third‑period finish sees the Toronto Marlies defeat the Cleveland Monsters 3‑2, securing a spot in the Eastern Conference Finals and a future clash with the Wilkes‑Barre/Scranton Penguins.
May 24, 2026
Cavaliers on the Brink as Knicks Seize Control in Eastern Conference Finals
After three consecutive defeats, the Cleveland Cavaliers face elimination, with star guard Donovan Mitchell nursing an injury and turnover issues, while the New York Knicks, bolstered by Jalen Brunson's 30-point performance, aim to close out the series.
May 24, 2026
West Denison Baseball League Marks 71 Years of Community Play in Cleveland
From a modest 28‑boy team in 1955 to a diverse, inclusive league today, the West Denison Baseball League continues to champion accessibility and enjoyment for young athletes.
May 22, 2026
The Ohtani Trade That Never Happened and Its Ripple Effects
The aborted trade that could have sent Shohei Ohtani to Tampa Bay reshaped the 2023 MLB landscape, influencing the Angels' roster moves, the Rays' playoff run, and Ohtani's eventual move to Los Angeles.
May 21, 2026
MLB’s Late‑Season Surge: Closer Spotlight and 2026 Broadcast Return
The final stretch of the 2025 campaign spotlights elite closers, injury‑driven bullpen reshuffles and the upcoming return of MLB games to NBC and Peacock.
May 21, 2026
Serbian Giant Vuk Lazarevic Commits to Ohio State
Vuk Lazarevic, a 7‑foot‑1 center from Belgrade, has pledged to Ohio State after a standout prep career at Wasatch Academy, highlighting a recruitment journey that blended international exposure with a personal connection to assistant coach Luke Simons.
May 19, 2026
Cavaliers dominate Pistons in Game 7, advance to Eastern Conference finals
Cleveland’s sixth straight Game 7 win was built on a 20‑point first‑half lead, superior shooting and rebounding, while Detroit’s stars struggled to find rhythm.
May 18, 2026
Monsters’ Playoff Push Fueled by Cultural Transformation
The Cleveland Monsters are poised for a playoff showdown, driven by a cultural overhaul led by coaches Rick Bowness and Trent Vogelhuber, whose emphasis on process and player development has sparked a turnaround.
May 11, 2026