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Quinn Hughes open to contract extension with Wild
Quinn Hughes made a tremendous impact during his half season in Minnesota, and the standout defenseman is interested in a contract extension with the Wild.,The older brother of New Jersey Devils center Jack Hughes made headlines when he was traded from the Vancouver Canucks to the Wild on Dec. 12, 2...
S Charles Woodson Jr. to carry on family legacy at Michigan
Charles Woodson Jr., a three-star safety in the Class of 2027 and son of Michigan legend Charles Woodson, will carry on the family name with the Wolverines.,He shared a message announcing his commitment to Michigan on Instagram on Friday.,The younger Woodson plays at Lake Nona High School in Orlando...
NFL vows not to explore streaming deals despite White House opposition
The NFL plans to continue offering a diversified broadcast package despite political and public criticism of the league expanding streaming opportunities with Netflix and Amazon. ,"We love our model," NFL president of media distribution Hans Schroeder said Friday, discussing the NFL's schedule relea...
Resurgent St. Louis City make initial franchise visit to D.C. United
It's been three years since St. Louis City SC captured three straight MLS matches. But they've got a chance to accomplish the feat Saturday when facing host D.C. United.,After winning one of their first 10 league matches, St. Louis City (3-6-3, 12 points) have solidified their defense, surrendering ...
5-star junior C Isaiah Hill commits to Purdue
Five-star junior center Isaiah Hill committed to Purdue's 2027 recruiting class on Friday.,The 7-footer from Indianapolis is ranked No. 13 nationally by the 247 Sports composite. He chose the Boilermakers over Louisville and Florida State.,"Purdue has been recruiting me since the eighth grade. [Assi...
Revs eager to rebound from home loss, host Minnesota United
Minnesota United have been slowed on offense in some recent matches, but containing the Loons might not be an easy chore for the New England Revolution.,The teams meet Saturday evening in Foxborough, Mass.,"A very challenging team. They have their uniqueness," New England coach Marko Mitrovic said o...
Japan leaves injured Kaoru Mitoma off World Cup roster
Japan left injured midfielder Kaoru Mitoma off the 26-man World Cup roster announced by coach Hajime Moriyasu on Friday.,Mitoma suffered a hamstring injury during Brighton's Premier League match against Leeds on Saturday, leaving his World Cup status in serious doubt. That was confirmed with Friday'...
Pitt adds Bryant transfer G Timofei Rudovskii
Bryant transfer wing Timofei Rudovskii has committed to Pitt.,ESPN reported the news Friday morning, and Rudovskii confirmed it in his Instagram bio.,Rudovskii averaged a team-best 12.9 points to go along with 4.7 rebounds in 31 games (all starts) last season en route to being named to the America E...
Emma Raducanu reunites with coach from '21 U.S. Open run
Emma Raducanu is reuniting with the coach who guided her to her only career title -- the U.S. Open in 2021.,That is Andrew Richardson, a veteran coach and former singles player on the ATP Tour. Raducanu said in a statement issued Friday that she is "grateful to have reconnected with someone who has ...
Romelu Lukaku makes Belgium's World Cup roster
Romelu Lukaku was named to Belgium's 26-man World Cup roster on Friday despite the team's all-time leading scorer being limited to only five appearances for Napoli this season due to injuries.,Lukaku, 33, has 89 goals in 124 appearances for Belgium, but has not featured for the Red Devils since June...
Padres vie for Vedder Cup in road series vs. Mariners
The San Diego Padres won't have to worry about Cal Raleigh this weekend in Seattle.,The Mariners' slugger, who set multiple records with 60 home runs last season, was placed on the 10-day injured list for the first time in his career Thursday with a strained right oblique.,That means he'll miss the ...
Flyers re-sign G Aleksei Kolosov to a 1-year extension
The Philadelphia Flyers re-signed goaltender Aleksei Kolosov to a one-year, $850,000 contract extension on Friday.,Kolosov, 24, was 0-2-0 with a 4.00 goals-against average and an .830 save percentage in four NHL games in 2025-26.,He spent most of the season with the AHL's Lehigh Valley Phantoms, fin...
Dodgers' Blake Snell strives to get on right road vs. Angels in Freeway Series
The Los Angeles Angels will return home to Anaheim to start a 10-game homestand on Friday night following a 1-5 road trip that concluded with getting swept in three games by the Cleveland Guardians.,The Angels, who own the worst record in the majors at 16-28, have lost 18 of their last 23 games and ...
Deion Sanders: Son 'went through hell' as Browns rookie
Shedeur Sanders "went through hell" during the draft process and his 2025 rookie season with the Browns, according to his father.,Colorado head coach Deion Sanders blamed what he said was untruthful reporting during his interview with "The Barbershop" posted on YouTube on Thursday.,"When he takes of...
Rockies, Diamondbacks have opportunity to shed losing ways
Struggling Merrill Kelly is coming off his strongest start of the season, and the Arizona Diamondbacks' right-hander will try to build on that against the Colorado Rockies on Friday night in Denver.,In a matchup of veterans, Kelly (2-3, 7.62 ERA) will oppose Colorado left-hander Kyle Freeland (1-4, ...
After 'exhausting series,' Cards head home to face Royals
Ahead of an interleague series against the struggling Kansas City Royals, the St. Louis Cardinals continue to find ways to win.,After suffering through three straight years without a postseason appearance, fifth-year manager Oliver Marmol and company have passed tests through the first quarter of th...
Buster Posey’s Vision for the Giants Is Starting to Make Sense
The Giants are starting to show signs of life after taking two of three from the Dodgers behind Buster Posey’s vision....
Timberwolves Facing Major Questions Ahead of Elimination Game vs Spurs
The Timberwolves face elimination against Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs as major offseason questions loom....
MLB Picks Today: Twins and Mariners Headline Friday's Bets
Rivalry weekend delivers strong MLB betting opportunities with the Twins and Mariners featured as top picks....
NBA Playoff Best Bets: Cavaliers vs Pistons and Spurs vs Timberwolves Picks
The Cavaliers look to eliminate the Pistons while the Spurs try to advance to the Western Conference Finals against Minnesota....