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Finland edged Switzerland 1‑0 in overtime, with Konsta Helenius scoring the winner while goaltender Justus Annunen made 22 saves. Captain Aleksander Barkov contributed three goals and eight assists, leading a Finnish team that has now secured five world titles.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s baseball team has swept the Chapel Hill Regional, earning a home‑field advantage for the upcoming Super Regional and a chance to advance to the College World Series.
A look at Nebraska's historic pedigree, recent coaching changes, and the arrival of transfer quarterback Anthony Colandrea as the Cornhuskers aim for a 2026 breakthrough.
Rumors swirl around driver moves, contract uncertainties and charter negotiations as the 2027 NASCAR Cup Series lineup begins to crystallize.
Oklahoma State’s baseball squad defeated South Carolina Upstate 12‑1, highlighted by Hudson Barrett’s seven‑scoreless innings and multi‑home‑run performances from Campbell Smithwick and Remo Indomenico. The win puts the Cowboys one step away from the super‑regional, but they must first navigate a pivotal matchup with Alabama.
Four-star prospect DJ Dotson pledged to the University of Georgia over Power Five rivals, highlighting the Bulldogs’ reputation for developing offensive line talent. His decision comes as Georgia prepares for a 2026 season opener against Tennessee State.
Celebrini was named the tournament’s best forward and selected to the media all‑star team after scoring 14 points, leading Canada to a flawless preliminary round and a hard‑fought loss in the semifinals.
This week's waiver wire roundup highlights hitters and pitchers delivering strong stats in key categories, from batting average to strikeouts, giving fantasy managers plenty of options.
Tre Phelps' home run in the sixth inning ignited a heated exchange that led to his and Coach Wes Johnson's ejection, leaving Georgia poised for a super regional spot.
The Oregon State Beavers defeated the Washington State Cougars 10-1, advancing to the Eugene Regional Final and setting up a pivotal series against the Oregon Ducks.
Macklin Celebrini was named best forward and selected to the media all‑star team after scoring 14 points, including a pivotal backhand flip that set up a goal versus Finland, while Canada fell short in the semifinals and bronze‑medal game.
The 2025 Cracker Barrel 400 will take place on May 31 at 7 p.m. ET, streaming exclusively on Prime Video, featuring Ryan Blaney’s bid for back‑to‑back victory and a tribute to the late Kyle Busch.
Plainville and Manchester secured dominant shutout victories in the CIAC girls flag football state championships, highlighting the conference's expanded format and the growing momentum of girls' flag football.
Finland clinches its fifth world title in a 1-0 overtime victory over Switzerland, with Konsta Helenius scoring the winner and Justus Annunen delivering 22 saves.
A rain‑soaked qualifying session at Nashville Superspeedway forces NASCAR to use its metric system for the starting lineup, while Toyota’s strong practice showing and weather worries put William Byron and Joey Logano in the spotlight.
23XI Racing announced that Corey Heim will take over the No. 35 Toyota Camry XSE in 2027, joining a lineup that also features Bubba Wallace and Tyler Reddick.
UCF opened with a leadoff homer from DeAmez Ross and a flawless first inning by Roman Kimball, but a sudden thunderstorm paused the contest, prompting the Daytona Beach News-Journal to relay updates and fans to turn to ESPN2, ESPN+ and Fubo for live coverage.
USC counts down to its 2026 season opener by spotlighting former defensive lineman Claude Pelon, whose college highlights included a blocked field goal and a strip sack, and who later signed with the New York Jets and Tennessee Titans.
Clemson University’s football program added two high‑profile pledges during a recruiting weekend, boosting its 2027 class and reinforcing its national standing.
After starting the 2025‑26 campaign on the fringe of the lineup, Emil Andrae earned increased minutes, showing marked improvement in puck‑moving, playmaking and defensive poise, though his offensive output remained modest.
Transfer center Franck Kepnang is expected to provide immediate impact for Kentucky’s upcoming season, offering elite shot‑blocking and rebounding from a backup role.
During an exit interview, John Carlson sported a Maryland Terrapins cap, fueling rumors of a possible reunion with the Washington Capitals. His close relationship with Ovechkin and the team’s need for a right‑shot defenseman add weight to the speculation.
Two Boston Bruins players returned with gold medals from the 2026 IIHF World Championships, while a host of other Bruins prospects contributed significantly across competing nations.
Sarah Boertlein’s decisive spot‑kick capped a surprise run for the Eagles, while freshmen Quinn Fahey and Sofie Ulleweit helped propel the team, and the season concluded with a loss to Lincoln‑Way Central and a penalty shoot‑out defeat for Lyons.