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Reports: Oilers lock up D Jake Walman with 7-year, $49M deal
The Edmonton Oilers agreed to a seven-year, $49 million extension with defenseman Jake Walman, according to multiple reports Monday.,Walman, 29, joined the Oilers at the trade deadline last season from the San Jose Sharks following previous stints with the Detroit Red Wings and St. Louis Blues.,Walm...

Islanders name top pick D Matthew Schaefer to roster for opener
After turning 18 a month ago, defenseman Matthew Schaefer is now set to make his NHL debut for the New York Islanders on Thursday in the team's season opener.,Schaefer, the No. 1 overall selection in June's NHL entry draft, officially was named to the Islanders' roster Monday. ,New York will be in P...

Reports: Colts K Spencer Shrader (knee) out for season
Indianapolis Colts kicker Spencer Shrader was lost for the season following a right knee injury during Sunday's 40-6 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders, multiple outlets reported.,On an extra-point attempt in the second quarter Sunday, the Raiders' Tristin McCollum ran into Shrader's right leg. Shra...

Oilers ink captain Connor McDavid to 2-year, $25M extension
The Edmonton Oilers signed captain Connor McDavid to a two-year, $25 million contract extension, the club announced Monday.,The three-time Hart Trophy winner acknowledged his extended stay in Edmonton with a post on social media that showed photos of his time in an Oilers uniform.,"Our journey here ...

Grizzlies G Ja Morant week-to-week with ankle injury
Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant is week-to-week with a sprained ankle sustained in practice on Sunday, the team confirmed Monday.,The two-time All-Star guard will miss Monday's preseason opener against the Detroit Pistons. The Grizzlies begin the regular season at home against the New Orleans Pelic...

Ex-NFL QB Mark Sanchez charged with felony battery
Former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez is now facing a felony charge in addition to three previously announced misdemeanors in connection with a weekend altercation in Indianapolis that led to his stabbing, officials in Marion County, Ind., announced Monday.,Prosecutor Ryan Mears said Sanchez, a Fox Sp...
Chiefs vs. Bills Jaguars Monday Night Football Week 5 Betting Predictions
Kansas City Chiefs visit Jacksonville in a key Monday Night Football matchup. Analyze the Chiefs’ offense, Jaguars’ defense, and find the best betting pick....

Arthur Rinderknech dumps No. 3 Alexander Zverev in Shanghai
Frenchman Arthur Rinderknech knocked out No. 3 seed Alexander Zverev of Germany 4-6, 6-3, 6-2 on Monday to reach the fourth round at the Rolex Shanghai Masters.,Rinderknech, who defeated Zverev in a five-setter at Wimbledon this year in their first meeting, won 24 out of 29 points at the net in the ...
College Football Week 6 Power Rankings: Ohio State Leads, Miami and Oregon Close Behind
Ohio State takes the top spot in our Week 6 college football power rankings, followed by Miami and Oregon. See how the AP Poll stacks up against our top 10 and who’s trending up or down....
Drake Maye, Mike Vrabel Have Surprising Patriots Looking Like AFC East Contenders
QB Drake Maye and new coach Mike Vrabel have the Patriots off to a shocking 3-2 start after stunning the Bills. Could New England be AFC East contenders again?...
MLB Playoff Game 2 Best Bets: Dodgers vs Phillies, Cubs vs Brewers
Get free MLB playoff picks and predictions for Monday, October 6. Breaking down Dodgers vs Phillies, Cubs vs Brewers, and a Jesus Luzardo prop bet for NLDS Game 2....

Magic sign former Arkansas G Johnell Davis, waive F Justin Minaya
The Orlando Magic signed undrafted free agent guard Johnell Davis and waived small forward Justin Minaya to keep their roster at 21 players on Sunday night.,The Magic did not disclose terms for Davis, who signed a one-year, non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 contract, per the Orlando Sentinel, that can be co...

Driver claims self-defense in stabbing of ex-QB, current analyst Mark Sanchez
A 69-year-old delivery driver alleged to have stabbed former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez said he feared that "this guy is trying to kill me" so he acted in self-defense, according to court records filed on Sunday.,The altercation early Saturday morning in an alley in downtown Indianapolis led to Sa...

Patriots stun Bills on Andy Borregales' last-minute FG
Andy Borregales made a 52-yard field goal with 15 seconds remaining in the game to help the visiting New England Patriots upset the Buffalo Bills 23-20 on Sunday night.,The Patriots (3-2) received two rushing touchdowns from Rhamondre Stevenson.,New England wide receiver Stefon Diggs caught 10 passe...

Denis Bouanga's goal lifts Los Angeles FC past Atlanta United 1-0
Denis Bouanga scored the game's only goal in the 86th minute on Sunday night to propel Los Angeles FC to a 1-0 victory over visiting Atlanta United.,Bouanga's 24th goal of the season tied Miami's Lionel Messi for the league lead, as Los Angeles (16-7-8, 56 points) won its fifth straight game. In a s...

Julio Rodriguez's RBI double lifts Mariners past Tigers to even series
Julio Rodriguez's run-scoring double with one out in the bottom of the eighth broke a tie as the Seattle Mariners defeated the visiting Detroit Tigers 3-2 on Sunday night to even their best-of-five American League Division Series at one game apiece.,Jorge Polanco hit a pair of solo homers for the Ma...
Why Baker Mayfield Should Be Early Frontrunner for 2025 NFL MVP Award
Baker Mayfield has revitalized his career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, leading them to a 4-1 start and building a strong MVP case with clutch performances, efficient passing, and leadership....

Patriots RB Antonio Gibson (knee) exits vs. Bills
New England Patriots running back Antonio Gibson departed Sunday night's game against the Buffalo Bills after injuring his right knee on a kickoff return in the second quarter.,Gibson appeared to injure the knee just before Cam Lewis of the Bills crashed into him. Gibson fumbled the ball and teammat...

Trey Yesavage's brilliance, Blue Jays' power rout Yankees for 2-0 ALDS lead
TORONTO -- The plan has worked to perfection so far and the Toronto Blue Jays are one win away from disposing of the New York Yankees in the American League Division Series.,The Blue Jays decided to start rookie Trey Yesavage at home Sunday in Game 2 of the series and save eight-year veteran Shane B...

Bills LB Matt Milano returns for game vs. Patriots
Buffalo linebacker Matt Milano is active after being listed as questionable for the Bills' home game against the New England Patriots on Sunday night after missing the previous two contests with a pectoral injury.,Bills defensive tackle Ed Oliver (ankle) is inactive, marking his fourth consecutive g...