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Penn State puts new outlook up against energized Minnesota
Coming off its best game in weeks, visiting Penn State aims to ride the momentum into a Saturday afternoon matchup against resurgent Minnesota in a Big Ten contest at Minneapolis., ,The Nittany Lions (14-13, 4-12 Big Ten) sit in last place in the conference standings, due in large part to a seven-ga...
McLaren names IndyCar legend as new team principal
McLaren promoted legendary driver Tony Kanaan to team principal of its IndyCar organization on Friday.,Kanaan, 50, had been the team's deputy boss since the end of the 2024 season after serving as a special advisor.,McLaren also named Kevin Thimjon as its president on Friday.,"A lot has happened sin...
Bengals release veteran DT Sheldon Rankins
The Cincinnati Bengals released veteran defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins on Friday.,He joined the Bengals in free agency last March on a two-year, $24.5 million contract and played in seven games (all starts). He missed 10 games in 2024 due to illness and injury.,The move saves the Bengals $9.6 mill...
Nebraska cancels home-and-home series with Tennessee
Nebraska has opted out of a home-and-home football series with Tennessee scheduled for 2026 and 2027.,Tennessee athletic director Danny White confirmed the news -- and his displeasure -- on social media.,"Tennessee is not canceling this series. Nebraska did," White posted Friday on X. "We are very d...
Reports: LPGA sues Korean broadcast partner over unpaid funds
The LPGA filed a complaint in federal court this week to recover alleged unpaid funds from its South Korean media partner, Front Office Sports reported.,The defendant is JoongAng Ilbo Co., Ltd., the parent company of broadcaster JTBC. The Korean network has been a part of several LPGA Tour dates in ...
Oilers' Connor McDavid brings momentum into clash with Flyers
Connor McDavid doesn't have much time to bask in his 4 Nations Face-Off glory.,After scoring the winning goal for Canada in Thursday night's championship game against the United States, McDavid is back on the ice Saturday afternoon when the Edmonton Oilers visit the Philadelphia Flyers.,The NHL took...
Red Wings begin rare playoff push against Wild
The Detroit Red Wings entered the two-week break for the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament clinging to a playoff spot. For a franchise that hasn't qualified for the postseason since 2015-16, that's a significant development.,They have 27 games remaining to hold onto their position and perhaps even move ...
Union acquire M Indiana Vassilev from St. Louis City
The Philadelphia Union acquired midfielder Indiana Vassilev from St. Louis City SC on Friday in exchange for up to $1.25 million in general allocation money.,St. Louis City will receive $400,000 in 2025, $600,000 in 2026 and up to an additional $250,000 if he reaches certain performance-based metric...
After 'statement' win, BYU takes aim at No. 19 Arizona
Arizona coach Tommy Lloyd gave his slumping team a couple of days off this week, hoping the rest will recharge a squad that has stumbled in the closing minutes of its past three games.,If BYU coach Kevin Young were to give his players time off from grueling practices, it would be for a different rea...
LPGA rookie Akie Iwai maintains 2-shot lead in Thailand
LPGA Tour rookie Akie Iwai carded her second straight bogey-free round Friday to maintain a two-stroke lead at the Honda LPGA Thailand.,The 22-year-old Japanese golfer posted a 5-under 67 in the second round to move to 15-under at the Siam Country Club Old Course in Pattaya, Chonburi.,Angel Yin clim...
Red Sox scratch top prospect Roman Anthony from Friday lineup
Red Sox prospect Roman Anthony was scratched from Boston's lineup Friday with right elbow soreness.,Manager Alex Cora said the move is a precaution after Anthony was hit by a pitch in the right elbow on Thursday, and he might be back after sitting out Boston's spring training exhibition opener again...
4 Nations Face-Off Proves One Thing: The NHL Needs More of This
The NHL's 4 Nations Face-Off was a massive hit that certainly needs replicated as it grew the game of hockey and garnered international attention for the sport....
Best Sports Betting Picks Today: College Basketball, NBA Predictions for February 21st
February 21st's top sports betting picks and predictions include our expert analysis for Friday night's slate of college basketball and NBA games to bet on....
Khris Middleton likely to make Wizards' debut vs. Bucks
Two teams that swapped key starters two weeks ago will return to the court on Friday night when the Washington Wizards host the Milwaukee Bucks.,The Bucks sent veteran forward Khris Middleton to the Wizards for Kyle Kuzma in a four-team deal on Feb. 6. Middleton is expected to make his Wizards debut...
Chris Beard demands rebounds from No. 24 Ole Miss at Vanderbilt
While it could look ahead to some giant tasks remaining on its Southeastern Conference schedule, No. 24 Ole Miss has the immediate task of rebounding and taking care of the basketball better when it faces Vanderbilt on Saturday in Nashville, Tenn.,After losing to Mississippi State in Oxford -- the s...
FC Cincinnati, Red Bulls boast high-priced additions
For FC Cincinnati and the New York Red Bulls, their performances in 2024 seemed like a tale of two seasons.,FC Cincinnati started strong before fading in the final months. The Red Bulls also faltered late before making a surprising run to the MLS Cup final.,This time around, both teams are hoping to...
Opportunity knocks for No. 21 Mississippi State and Oklahoma
No. 21 Mississippi State knocked off ranked opponents in its last two games. That doesn't mean the Bulldogs think any less of unranked Oklahoma as they prepare for an SEC clash Saturday in Norman, Okla.,The Bulldogs (19-7, 7-6 SEC) bounced No. 7 Texas A&M 70-54 on Tuesday in Starkville, which built ...
New-look Atlanta United open at home vs. CF Montreal
It could be an entirely different type of show on the field when Atlanta United begin their season Saturday night.,The Five Stripes, with a new coach and a retooled roster, will open the schedule against visiting CF Montreal.,For first-year coach Ronny Deila, it's a chance for him to direct a team l...
NBA roundup: Giannis Antetokounmpo sparks Bucks in return
Giannis Antetokounmpo returned following a six-game absence and scored 23 points in 24 minutes as the Milwaukee Bucks beat the visiting Los Angeles Clippers 116-110 on Thursday., ,Brook Lopez scored 22 points, Damian Lillard added 15 and Taurean Prince had 14 for Milwaukee, which outscored the Clipp...
Connor McDavid's golden goal lifts Canada over U.S. in 4 Nations final
BOSTON -- Connor McDavid scored 8:18 into overtime, propelling Canada to a 3-2 win over the United States in the championship game of the inaugural 4 Nations Face-Off on Thursday.,The Edmonton Oilers star received Mitch Marner's centering feed and buried a wrist shot from the slot to score the golde...