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LB Germaine Pratt signs with Colts, reunites with DC
The Indianapolis Colts signed free agent Germaine Pratt to a contract on Wednesday and placed fellow linebacker Joe Bachie on injured reserve.,Terms of the deal were not disclosed on Pratt, however NFL Network reported it was a one-year contract.,Pratt was released by the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday...

Tip line set up for anonymous reporting of NIL violations
The College Sports Commission launched a tip line for reporting potential NIL violations on Wednesday.,The commission called it an important information-gathering tool as it oversees thousands of name, image and likeness deals that have transformed the college sports landscape.,"One of the foundatio...

Broncos starting LG Ben Powers has surgery for torn bicep
Denver Broncos left guard Ben Powers has surgery to repair a torn left bicep and is expected to miss at least two months, if not longer.,The injury occurred near the end of the Broncos' 21-17 road win on Sunday against the Philadelphia Eagles while protecting quarterback Bo Nix as he completed a pas...

Oilers continue rash of signings, extend D Mattias Ekholm
The Edmonton Oilers executed their third key contract extension in as many days, signing veteran defenseman Mattias Ekholm to a three-year, $12 million pact on Wednesday.,The extension will take effect with the 2026-27 season. He is entering the final season of a four-year, $25 million contract and ...

F Kyle Connor signs 8-year, $96 million deal with Jets
The Winnipeg Jets signed forward Kyle Connor to an eight-year, $96 million deal on Wednesday.,Multiple media outlets reported the value is a franchise record, though the Jets have not confirmed that.,The contract will begin at the start of the 2026-27 season for Connor, 28. He will play this season ...

Stanford football scores $50M donation from former player
A former Stanford football player has donated a record $50 million to the program, the school announced Wednesday.,The donation from Bradford M. Freeman is the largest individual gift in Cardinal football history, outside of facilities.,It is a massive windfall for Stanford general manager Andrew Lu...
Yankees Survive ALDS Elimination Scare with Aaron Judge’s Historic Blast
Aaron Judge’s one-of-a-kind homer fueled the New York Yankees’ season-saving rally over the Toronto Blue Jays at Yankee Stadium....

Mitch Marner excited ahead of Knights debut vs. Kings
The Mitch Marner era of Vegas hockey begins Wednesday night when the defending Pacific Division champion Golden Knights open their season against the Los Angeles Kings in Las Vegas.,The Kings began their season on Tuesday with a 4-1 home loss to the Colorado Avalanche.,Marner, who scored 221 goals a...

Yankees need strong encore from Cam Schlittler to extend ALDS again
NEW YORK -- A monster performance by Aaron Judge allowed the New York Yankees to keep their season going.,It also provided them a chance to get rookie Cam Schlittler another opportunity at making a postseason start.,Schlittler will be on the mound Wednesday night when the Yankees host the Toronto Bl...

Tigers ask Casey Mize to save season vs. Mariners
DETROIT -- A year ago, Detroit pitcher Casey Mize was told that he was not going to be on the Tigers' roster for the American League Division Series.,On Wednesday, the Tigers will call upon the former No. 1 overall pick to help them stave off elimination in Game 4 of the ALDS against Seattle.,The Ma...

Reports: Jack Draper tabs ex-Andy Murray coach Jamie Delgado
Jack Draper, the British tennis standout who rose to No. 4 in the ATP rankings midway through the 2025 season, hired Jamie Delgado as his lead coach, multiple media outlets reported on Tuesday.,Delgado coached Andy Murray to the 2016 Wimbledon title, the Murray's third and final grand slam title. He...

No. 16 Notre Dame carrying momentum into NC State matchup
No. 16 Notre Dame is coming off three straight wins and playing as well as it has all season.,Those who believe in momentum would certainly say that the Fighting Irish have it on their side.,Count Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman among the believers. He will look for Notre Dame (3-2) to maintain its ...

Free agent Odell Beckham Jr. accepts 6-game PED suspension
Former star receiver Odell Beckham Jr., not currently on an NFL team, accepted a six-game suspension from the league after failing a drug test.,Beckham told "The Pivot Podcast" on Tuesday that the ban stems from a test he took last season while he was playing for the Miami Dolphins. He was told that...

Report: UNC assistant Armond Hawkins suspended for illegal benefits
North Carolina cornerbacks coach Armond Hawkins has been suspended for illegal benefits, according to a report by the Athletic.,Hawkins reportedly provided sideline passes for a North Carolina football game to a player's family members, which is an NCAA rule violation.,Hawkins is in his first season...

TCU hopes to rocket up Big 12 standings vs. Kansas State
Three seasons removed from playing in the Big 12 Championship Game, TCU and Kansas State will square off Saturday in Manhattan looking to find the groove that recently put them at the top of the conference.,Kansas State (2-4, 1-2 Big 12) gave up a late 14-point lead in a 35-34 loss at Baylor on Satu...

NHL's Gary Bettman: Olympics are 'important to our players'
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman was on hand as the league opened its 109th season with the two-time defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers hosting the Chicago Blackhawks.,Among other topics, Bettman shared his opinion on NHL players returning to the Olympics next year after a 12-year hiatus.,...

Report: UNC assistant Armond Hawkins suspended for illegal recruiting benefits
North Carolina cornerbacks coach Armond Hawkins has been suspended for illegal recruiting benefits, according to a report by the Athletic.,Hawkins reportedly provided sideline passes for a North Carolina football game to a recruit's family members, which is an NCAA rule violation.,Hawkins is in his ...

Police maintain Kyren Lacy caused fatal car crash
Days after the attorney for Kyren Lacy alleged that the former LSU wide receiver did not caused a fatal car crash on Dec. 17, Louisiana State Police put out video and data records on Tuesday that it maintains confirm Lacy's driving sparked the chain of events leading to the collision.,Herman Hall, 7...

New Rays owner targeting Opening Day 2029 for ballpark
The Tampa Bay Rays' new managing partner and co-chair Patrick Zapulski announced on Tuesday that the organization intends to open a new ballpark in the Tampa Bay area on Opening Day 2029.,Zapulski's purchase of the club from Stu Sternberg for $1.7B was given final approval by Major League Baseball l...

Facing elimination, Phillies put ball in Aaron Nola's hands vs. Dodgers
LOS ANGELES -- Even with their flaws exposed, the Los Angeles Dodgers get their first chance to advance out of the National League Division Series against the Philadelphia Phillies as the matchup shifts to the West Coast for Game 3 on Wednesday., ,Strong starting pitching and a late-strike offense a...