Crosby to the 49ers? Five landing spots if star leaves Raiders originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaThe Las Vegas Raiders may be on the brink of imploding.Despite it being Antonio Pierce’s first full season at the helm, Las Vegas didn’t have high expectations to compete off the bat, especially with Gardner Minshew and second-year Aidan O’Connell the primary options under center.Matters worsened when Davante Adams requested a trade, eventually being dealt to the New York Jets after Week 6, where he reunited with former Green Bay Packer teammate Aaron Rodgers.With Adams cropped out of the picture, the focus moves…
MIRAMAR BEACH, Fla. — When Washington & Lee’s men’s golf team arrived at Sandestin Resort’s Raven Course, the players called their shot.“They were going to win, they said that when they got here,” Washington & Lee coach Pete Gyscek said.And win they did.Washington & Lee captured the team title at…
Manchester City are back in Women’s Champions League action on Wednesday evening as they take on St Polten in Vienna. Gareth Taylor’s side recorded a statement victory on Matchday 1 of the group stage last week, comfortably beating back-to-back champions Barcelona 2-0 in Manchester.They were almost caught cold at Anfield…
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George avoided structural damage to knee, suffered bone bruise in Atlanta originally appeared on NBC Sports PhiladelphiaPaul George’s preseason injury was not of the catastrophic variety.After George hyperextended his left knee Monday night in the Sixers’ exhibition win over the Hawks, a team official offered the following update Tuesday:“An MRI completed today showed a bone bruise and no structural damage to Paul George’s left knee. He will be re-evaluated in approximately one week.”That means George will not play either of the Sixers’ final two preseason games Wednesday vs. the Nets and Friday at the Magic. The team’s regular season will…
What are some of the league records for 3-pointers in a single season? Could the Celtics break them over the next seven months?Let’s dive into the numbers.Most 3-point shots madeNBA record: 1,363 by the 2022-23 Golden State WarriorsThe Celtics nearly broke this record last season. They made 1,351 3-pointers, which…
Dwight Howard was confused.On a team led by LeBron James and Anthony Davis, Howard had been viewed as a key role player during the Lakers’ 2020 NBA championship season. But he wasn’t brought back the following season.”I was so sad. I wanted to come back,” Howard said on this week’s…
The 2024-25 NBA season is here! We’re breaking down the biggest questions, best- and worst-case scenarios, and fantasy outlooks for all 30 teams. Enjoy!TORONTO RAPTORS2023-24 finishOffseason movesAdditions: Ja’Kobe Walter, Jonathan Mogbo, Jamal Shead, Ulrich Chomche, Davion Mitchell, Branden CarlsonSubtractions: Gary Trent Jr., Jalen McDaniels, Javon Freeman-Liberty, Jordan Nwora, Malik Williams,…
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Nate Tice & Matt Harmon give their reactions to a HUGE day of news around the NFL before dishing out takeaways from Week 6 through the lens of their top ten power rankings.The duo start with the news that Amari Cooper has been traded to the Buffalo Bills, as both are VERY excited about what Cooper can bring to the Bills offense. Davante Adams was also traded to the New York Jets in a slightly less exciting move, but one that will no doubt help the Jets offense. In other news, Russell Wilson will reportedly get his chance to start…
Most fantasy players are anything but a lesson in patience. We move effortlessly from elation to despair with little middle ground. We have high expectations and when they aren’t met immediately we go to the darkest of places.Sometimes, the best I can do is try not to think about Player…
Tom Brady has been approved to join the NFL’s ownership ranks, one of the final steps in an investment into the Las Vegas Raiders that stretches back more than two years.The former NFL quarterback and Knighthead Capital co-founder Tom Wagner have an agreement in place to buy 10% of the…
It was a busy day on the wide receiver news front Tuesday, sending fantasy football managers reeling as the Buffalo Bills made a splash move to acquire star WR Amari Cooper from the Cleveland Browns — just hours after news dropped that the Jets had acquired All-Pro Davante Adams.It’s a…
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The New York Yankees sprinted out to a 1-0 lead in the ALCS with a 5-2 Game 1 win in the Bronx, powered by homers from Giancarlo Stanton and Juan Soto and a stellar outing from Carlos Rodón.New York will look to get a tighter grip on the series in Game 2 on Tuesday at Yankee Stadium, with ace Gerrit Cole on the mound. Cole started twice in the ALDS against the Royals — with the Yankees winning both games — and enters Game 2 of the American League Championship Series at 1-0 this postseason, with a 3.00 ERA in…
Here are key Mets updates as the team prepares for Game 3 of the NLCS against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Citi Field.Return of the MartAfter going the first two games in Los Angeles without a plate appearance, J.D. Martinez has a “good chance” to return to the starting lineup in Game…
On the latest episode of The Mets Pod presented by Tri-State Cadillac, Connor Rogers and Joe DeMayo check in after Game 2 of the NLCS, as the Mets spilt the first two games in Los Angeles, and return to Citi Field with the series tied with the Dodgers.Connor and Joe…
The New York Yankees currently lead the American League Championship Series against the Cleveland Guardians 1-0 after a rousing, home run-filled win in the Bronx on Monday. Game 2 of the series, which will also be held at Yankee Stadium, begins tonight at 7:38 p.m. ET and features a pitching…
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The NHL world woke up to awful news Friday morning, as Blue Jackets star winger Johnny Gaudreau died Thursday night in a reported bicycle accident in New Jersey. He was 31 years old. “The National Hockey League family is shocked and saddened by the tragic passing of Columbus Blue Jackets forward Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew,” NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said in a statement. “While Johnny’s infectious spirit for the game and show-stopping skills on the ice earned him the nickname ‘Johnny Hockey,’ he was more than just a dazzling hockey player; he was a doting father and beloved husband, son,…
The Hughes brothers are making history — again.Jack, Luke and Quinn Hughes will be the cover athletes for EA Sports NHL 25. It’s the first time siblings will grace the cover of an EA Sports game.It’s not the first time siblings were on a cover for a sports game, however.…
Luke Hughes is soon going to be the third Hughes brother to make his way to the NHL. But before the Devils prospect signs with New Jersey, the defenseman has business to take care of in Tampa. Hughes, a sophomore at Michigan, is at the Frozen Four this weekend, where he…
Patrik Laine was adamant about not wanting to play for the Blue Jackets this season. On Monday, that wish was granted. After requesting a trade out of Columbus, Laine found a new home in Montreal. The Canadiens landed the talented winger in a deal with the Blue Jackets, giving the winger…
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There will be a changing of the guard in Toronto. This summer was expected to be an offseason of change in the Six. Following another early playoff exit, the speculation was that the organization would undergo serious roster turnover, including splitting up the core group. The Maple Leafs did make a switch at head coach, firing Sheldon Keefe before bringing in Craig Berube. However, there is another leadership alteration that is set to occur ahead of the 2024-25 season. The Athletic’s Chris Johnston reported on Monday that the Maple Leafs are expected to name star center Auston Matthews as the new captain of…
Betting on NHL futures means wagering on events that will be decided at the end of the season. Popular NHL futures bets include:Odds to win the Stanley CupOdds to win the conference/divisionsOdds to make the playoffsOdds to win the Conn Smythe trophyOdds to win the Art Ross TrophySee below for…
The Oilers are hiring former Blackhawks general manager Stan Bowman to take over as the club’s newest GM and executive vice president of hockey operations, the team announced Wednesday.The controversial decision is drawing plenty of backlash.Bowman was one of the three members banned from the NHL after a 2021 investigation…
The first surprise of the 2024 NHL Draft came early on Friday night.The Ducks, who owned the No. 3 pick, selected Beckett Sennecke with their first-round pick. It came as a shock to just about everyone, including Sennecke himself.The 18-year-old winger from Toronto looked baffled but also thrilled by the selection. Most mock drafts and experts had Sennecke falling later in the draft. Bryan Murphy had the Buffalo Sabres drafting Sennecke at No. 14 in his final mock draft. Furthermore, Sennecke revealed that he never met with the Ducks prior to the draft, enhancing his surprise.Why did Anaheim decide to draft…
There was Canadian royalty at the 2024 NHL Draft, and no, it wasn’t Wayne Gretzky.Celine Dion, a multi-time Grammy award winner from Quebec, made a surprise appearance at the draft to announce the Canadiens’ No. 5 pick. She ultimately called Ivan Demidov’s name for Montreal.She created a dramatic atmosphere in Las Vegas on an already exciting night for the NHL. Fans were shocked and have used a video of Beckett Sennecke as a social media reaction to seeing the singer on stage.Why was Dion in the building? The Sporting News answers that below.2024 NHL DRAFT: RESULTS | GRADESWhy is Celine Dion at the NHL Draft?Dion…
The 2024 NHL Draft class has to wait no longer. Draft day is here. The Sphere in Las Vegas is the site for the 2024 NHL Draft, where dreams become reality for 224 prospects. The first 32 picks in this year’s selection show are set to be picked tonight, followed by the remaining six rounds on Saturday. This year’s class is not as deep as the 2023 group, but it is full of talent at the top, especially on the blue line. However, the headliner is projected franchise center Macklin Celebrini. The projected No. 1 pick became just the fourth freshman ever to…
The frenzy that is free agency is about to begin. The NHL does not stop rolling. The Stanley Cup was handed out earlier this week, with the Panthers claiming the first championship in franchise history. It marked the unofficial end of the 2023-24 season, as all the clubs gear up for a run next year. Officially, the 2024-25 season opens up on July 1. That is the first day of free agency, where contracts expired for pending free agents and they hit the open market. There are a few key names to watch for this free agency period. Some of the biggest names…
For the second consecutive year, the drama at the NHL Draft starts after the No. 1 overall pick.The Sharks have made no secret that they plan to select Boston University star Macklin Celebrini with the top pick in the draft, after winning the lottery in May, and San Jose is thrilled to be able to add the standout center to its young core.Once the Sharks make it official Friday, the Blackhawks are up. Chicago, Anaheim, Columbus and Montreal will welcome new pieces aboard before the Utah Hockey Club makes its first selection since moving from Arizona.The newly-crowned Stanley Cup champion…
Tij Iginla is expected to be among the players to have his name called during the first night of the 2024 NHL Draft.Iginla’s name will be familiar to many, especially Calgary Flames fans awaiting news about who their team might select with the ninth overall pick.Here’s what to know about Tij Iginla and the 17-year-old’s connection to Jerome Iginla.NHL MOCK DRAFT: Where Tij Iginla lands among first 32 selectionsIs Tij Iginla related to Jarome Iginla?Yes, Tij Iginla is Jarome Iginla’s son. Tij was born on Aug. 1, 2006, when his father played for the Calgary Flames.Jarome Iginla enjoyed a 20-year…
The 2024 NHL Draft is set to get underway Friday, June 28.Right on the heels of the Panthers being crowned Stanley Cup champions, the league looks toward the future as top prospects like Boston University’s Macklin Celebrini and Russia’s Ivan Demidov wait to hear their names called.The NHL Draft has changed locations in recent years. When the Sharks are on the clock with the No. 1 pick, where will this year’s event take place? The Sporting News has answers below.MORE: 2024 NHL Mock Draft: Final first-round projectionsWhere is the 2024 NHL Draft?The 2024 NHL Draft will be held at the Las…
There isn’t much drama anticipated at the start of the NHL Draft on Friday.Boston University center Macklin Celebrini has long been the projected No. 1 overall pick, and all indications are that the Sharks will fulfill that expectation by bringing the 18-year-old to the San Jose.While Celebrini spent his brief college career in the northeast, his fit in the Bay Area is natural. Celebrini’s father has ties to another professional team in the area, just in an entirely different sport.Here’s what you need to know about Celebrini’s father and a full look at his family tree.MORE: Final big board for…
Now that the Panthers have won the Stanley Cup, all NHL teams can officially flip the page to next season.That process formerly begins Friday night with Round 1 of the 2024 NHL Draft.This year’s crown jewel prospect is Macklin Celebrini. The 18-year-old center had a sensational freshman season for Boston University, notching 32 goals and 32 assists in 38 games. Celebrini also won the Hobey Baker as the nation’s preeminent player. In doing so, he became just the fourth freshman to win the award, company that includes two other high draft picks: Jack Eichel (No. 2 overall in 2015) and…
Less than a week after the conclusion of the NHL season, the draft is here. This year’s draft will be held at MSG sphere in Las Vegas, the first time the venue has hosted the event.The San Jose Sharks own the first pick, with the Chicago Blackhawks and the Anaheim Ducks owning the next two picks.Center Macklin Celebrini is believed by many to be the first one off the board, heading to the Sharks. The Boston University product became the youngest player to take home Hobey Baker Award this past season. After Celebrini, a few of the other top prospects include…
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NASCAR officials announced penalties Tuesday to the No. 3 Richard Childress Racing team for a detached wheel during last weekend’s Cup Series race at the Charlotte Motor Speedway Roval.Austin Dillon drove the No. 3 Chevrolet to a 32nd-place finish in Sunday’s Bank of America ROVAL 400. In the 81st lap of the 109-lap race, the left-front tire dislodged as Dillon rounded Turn 4, forcing the event’s fifth and final caution period. The loose wheel violated Sections 8.8.10.4.A & C in the NASCAR Rule Book, which concerns the “loss or separation of an improperly installed tire/wheel from the vehicle during the…
Thomas Tuchel has been confirmed as the next England manager but is reportedly set to take a huge pay cut.The Three Lions have been looking for a new permanent boss to take charge following the departure of Gareth Southgate after Euro 2024.In the meantime, Lee Carsley has been taking temporary charge, winning three of his four games in the dugout but falling to an embarrassing 2-1 defeat at home to Greece last week.The FA are yet to formally announce Tuchel as the new man to take the dugout but several sources, including Fabrizio Romano, have already confirmed the news.Thomas Tuchel…
The city of Atlanta will host Super Bowl LXII in 2028, the NFL announced Tuesday. The 62nd edition will be played at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, home of the Atlanta Falcons. “This is a tremendous honor for the city of Atlanta and the state of Georgia to be selected as host for Super Bowl LXII,” Atlanta Falcons owner and chairman Arthur Blank in a statement. “Mercedes-Benz Stadium was built to host the world’s largest sporting events, and I know I speak for many when I say we are honored to bring it back to Atlanta in 2028 and build off the success of Super…
CBS Sports Network’s continued coverage of the 2024 college football season features six games for the Week 8 slate, including three weeknight battles ahead of a Saturday triple-header. The action kicks off with a Tuesday night Conference USA clash between Middle Tennessee and Kennesaw State, two teams still searching for their first win against FBS competition. Conference USA takes the spotlight again Wednesday night when Florida International travels to UTEP. Then, on Friday night, Fresno State and Nevada set the stage for a busy Mountain West Conference weekend. It’s a key game for both sides as they try to stay in the…
If you’ve been looking for a chance to try out Theorycraft’s highly anticipated LoL-like multiplayer title, SUPERVIVE, now is the time. And you can get into the game’s current open beta. As its chaotic gameplay suggests, SUPERVIVE is a concoction of three popular genres—MOBA, battle royale, and hero dhooter—in a competitive, team-based setting. From a thrilling roster of “hunters” to a bunch of cool mechanics and abilities, this free-to-play experience is built to impress the pickiest of gamers. If our description of SUPERVIVE has got you all warmed up, luckily, it’s now available in demo form as we speak—and here’s…
The Nashville Predators may be off to a 0-2-0 start to the season, but there’s 80 more games and a ton of time to get on track.There were some big changes in the off-season, so a little bit of a rocky start to begin the season should’ve been expected. A two-game losing streak in the middle of the season wouldn’t be looked at too in-depth, but the start of the season always amplifies problems.While the Predators are winless through the first week of the season, they aren’t the only team seen as a Stanley Cup contender off to a very…
An October 29 bidding war could decide the rights to Naoya Inoue’s next fight.On Tuesday, the IBF formally ordered the Japanese superstar to defend his undisputed super bantamweight titles against his mandatory challenger, Australia’s Sam Goodman (19-0, 8 KOs). Ring Magazine first reported the news. A Sept. 12 ruling by the IBF instructed Inoue (28-0, 25 KOs) to begin negotiations with Goodman and gave the pair 28 days to reach a deal. No agreement has yet been reached, so a purse bid hearing is now set to determine which promotional entity obtains the rights to the fight.Purse offers open at…
Greg Norman’s tenure as the CEO of LIV Golf has been a tumultuous one as the 20-time PGA Tour winner and former world No. 1 has butted heads with numerous organizations, made outlandish claims about the league’s ascension and even had him showing up at major events with tickets from a secondary market.But according to a new report from Sports Business Journal, the Saudi-based league is working behind the scenes to find a replacement for Norman as CEO, even though the two-time British Open champ could be retained in senior leadership.Here’s more from the story:Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, which…
