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Devils star Jack Hughes out 8 weeks after finger surgery
Devils star Jack Hughes is expected to be out eight weeks after undergoing surgery on a finger injured in a non-hockey incident, the team announced Saturday.,The anticipated surgery recovery time is eight weeks, but Hughes will be reevaluated in six weeks, the team said.,Multiples outlets reported F...

Mikaela Shiffrin wins slalom in World Cup opener
Mikaela Shiffrin won the first slalom race of the 2025-26 World Cup season on Saturday, her record-extending 102nd overall career victory on the circuit.,Shiffrin held a one-second lead after the first run in Levi, Finland, and turned in a flawless second run for the victory.,"It's really important ...

Report: Brazil, France to play March friendly in Boston
Brazil and France will play a friendly at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass. in March ahead of the 2026 World Cup, according to a report by ESPN.,France has an opportunity to clinch a spot in the World Cup with a win over Ukraine on Thursday, while Brazil has already qualified.,The match will tak...

NWSL officially awards 17th franchise to Atlanta
The National Women's Soccer League officially awarded its 17th franchise to Atlanta on Wednesday.,The team will be owned by Arthur Blank and operated by AMB Sports and Entertainment. Blank's sports portfolio also includes the NFL's Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta United FC of MLS and Atlanta Drive Golf Clu...

Reports: Atlanta lands NWSL's 17th franchise for record fee
The National Women's Soccer League has awarded an expansion team to Atlanta as its 17th franchise for a record fee, multiple outlets reported Tuesday.,The team will be owned by Arthur Blank's AMB Sports and Entertainment, owner of the NFL's Atlanta Falcons and MLS club Atlanta United FC.,Atlanta's N...

Virginia Tech, Providence clash with both seeking 2-0 start
Virginia Tech and Providence will both be looking to begin the season with back-to-back victories when they meet Saturday in a nonconference matchup at the Basketball Hall of Fame Tip-Off event in Uncasville, Conn., ,The depth of Providence's roster was evident during a season-opening 89-79 victory ...

NCAA rules on eligibility of six college players for throwing games
The NCAA has banned six former college basketball players for their role in schemes to manipulate games for betting purposes.,After three separate investigations, the NCAA announced the permanent bans on Friday. The governing body said the players provided information to known bettors, and they also...

Where will the top 10 free agents land? Start in Los Angeles
As the light turns green to signal the open of Major League Baseball free agency, the looming threat of the two-time defending World Series champion Dodgers casts a larger shadow than ever over the other 29 teams. ,Most of them are dealing with a level of wallet envy as Los Angeles collects World Se...

Five free agents worth the risk -- and five to avoid
The MLB offseason is underway, which means it's time to spend.,Let's take a look at five players who figure to be worth the big bucks no matter what and five others who could be worth it, but also have to come with warning labels attached.,--Free Agents Worth Every Penny,Josh Naylor, 1B,Though he sa...

Mariners postseason star Jorge Polanco declines player option
Postseason Mariners standout Jorge Polanco declined his player option for 2026 and will become a free agent, Seattle announced Wednesday.,Polanco passed on his $6 million option after having a big season that surely raised his worth on the open market. The Mariners will likely be interested in bring...

Report: Commanders signing WR Treylon Burks to roster
The Washington Commanders are signing former first-round draft pick Treylon Burks to their 53-man roster, NFL Network reported on Tuesday.,Burks, a wide receiver, signed with the Commanders on Oct. 17 and was sent to the practice squad after being released from injured reserve last month by the Tenn...

Reports: All-Star closer Edwin Diaz opts out of Mets' deal
All-Star closer Edwin Diaz has opted out of his deal with the New York Mets, multiple outlets reported on Monday.,The 31-year-old right-hander holds $18.5 million player options in 2026 and 2027, and the Mets have a $20.4 million team option for 2028.,Diaz enters free agency and can sign with a new ...

Reports: Red Sox 3B Alex Bregman opts out of contract
Boston Red Sox third baseman Alex Bregman has opted out of his contract and will enter free agency, multiple outlets reported Monday.,Bregman, 31, passed on his $40 million player options for the 2026 and 2027 seasons and will try to land a lucrative, long-term deal. His Red Sox contract called for ...

Max Fried, Steven Kwan, Ian Happ collect fourth Gold Glove awards
Eight players earned their first career Gold Glove award while New York Yankees pitcher Max Fried, Cleveland Guardians left fielder Steven Kwan and Chicago Cubs left fielder Ian Happ each won their fourth career Gold Gloves when this season's winners were announced Sunday night.,Fried becomes the fo...

Bo Bichette, Kyle Schwarber, Kyle Tucker head free-agent list
One day after the Toronto Blue Jays lost in the World Series, longtime shortstop Bo Bichette was one of the 137 major leaguers who became free agents on Sunday.,Bichette, Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Kyle Schwarber and Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Tucker highlight the list of free agents....
MLB Free Agency Predictions 2025: Where the Top 10 Players Will Sign This Winter
MLB free agency predictions: See where stars like Kyle Tucker, Alex Bregman, and Pete Alonso could land this offseason....

U.S. prosecutors outline 8 NBA games in wire fraud, conspiracy indictment
An unsealed indictment alleges current and former NBA players and Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups were part of an illegal gambling ring using "inside information to profit" from illegal betting activity, the United States Attorney for the Eastern District of New York said Thursday...
Why Tony Vitello Could Be the Giants’ Next Game-Changing Manager
Tony Vitello is becoming the San Francisco Giants’ next manager. Here’s why his development skills at the college level outweigh lack of pro managerial experience....
Tarik Skubal and the Detroit Tigers $250 Million Standoff Explained
The Tigers and Tarik Skubal are $250 million apart in contract talks. Could Detroit trade their Cy Young ace before free agency?...
NFL Trade Deadline 2025: Three Players Who Could Change Teams
NFL trade deadline preview: Breece Hall, Trey Hendrickson and Bradley Chubb are among the top players who could change teams before Week 8....