Tuesday, December 31, 2024

FBI warns about targeted burglaries of athletes

The FBI has issued a formal warning to sports leagues about organized crime organizations from South America targeting the homes of professional athletes.

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Source: NHL draft set for L.A., to have new format

The 2025 NHL draft, which is moving to a decentralized format, will be held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles in June, a source confirmed to ESPN.

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Reports: RHP Williams back to Nats on $14M deal

The Washington Nationals are bringing back pitcher Trevor Williams on a two-year, $14 million deal.

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Monday, December 30, 2024

Team USA falls in OT, 1st loss at world juniors

Tuomas Uronen scored at 1:46 of overtime to give Finland a 4-3 victory over the United States on Sunday in the world junior hockey championship, the first loss of the tournament for Team USA, the defending champion, who will take on Canada on Tuesday.

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Source: Stars to be fined for holiday-break skate

The NHL will fine the Dallas Stars for violating CBA rules by holding an optional practice on the holiday break, a league source told ESPN Sunday, the result of an investigation launched after coach Peter DeBoer revealed players were at the rink Thursday.

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Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter dies at 100

Former President Jimmy Carter died Sunday afternoon at the age of 100.

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Sunday, December 29, 2024

Within 25 of Gretzky, Ovechkin scores in return

Alex Ovechkin, out since he fractured his left fibula Nov. 18, scored a goal in his return to action, pushing him to within 25 tallies of Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL mark of 894, and the Washington Capitals upended the Toronto Maple Leafs 5-2 Saturday.

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Latvia no match for 2-0 Team USA at world juniors

Team USA, the tournament's defending champion, defeated upstart Latvia 5-1 on Saturday in the world junior hockey championship in Ottawa, Ontario, allowing the Americans to improve to 2-0 in Group A play.

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Dodgers' Ohtani, wife expecting first child in '25

The Los Angeles Dodgers star and his wife Mamiko Tanaka made the announcement with a little help from their dog Decoy.

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Habs rook posts rare debut shutout vs. Cup champ

Jakub Dobes became the first goaltender to record a shutout against the defending Stanley Cup champion in his NHL debut since 1985, stopping 34 shots as the Montreal Canadiens beat the Florida Panthers 4-0 on Saturday.

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Saturday, December 28, 2024

Maple Leafs' Matthews 'doing better,' still out

The Maple Leafs likely will be without captain Auston Matthews for at least the next two games, although the star center is said to be doing better as he recovers from an upper-body injury.

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Sources: Hernández, Dodgers agree to $66M deal

Outfielder Teoscar Hernández and the Los Angeles Dodgers are in agreement on a three-year, $66 million contract, sources tell ESPN, reuniting the World Series standout with the team he helped capture the championship.

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'Free Bird': How Team USA's U20 national team picked their goal celebration song

The rock anthem from 1973 played 10 times in Team USA's 10-4 win over Germany on Thursday.

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Larkin: Wings' coach change 'needed to happen'

Telling reporters on Friday that, because the Red Wings have struggled this season, "something needed to happen," Detroit captain Dylan Larkin addressed the coaching change the club orchestrated on Thursday, firing Derek Lalonde and hiring Todd McLellan.

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Friday, December 27, 2024

Caps' Ovechkin practices, may play Sat. vs. Leafs

Capitals star Alex Ovechkin was a full participant in practice Friday and could return to the lineup Saturday night against the Maple Leafs after missing five weeks with a broken left leg.

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Gleyber union: Tigers to add Torres, sources say

The Tigers and Gleyber Torres have reached agreement on a one-year, $15 million deal, sources told ESPN's Jesse Rogers. Torres is expected to play second base.

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NHL teams with the most wins in a single season

Here's a look at the teams with the most wins in an NHL season.

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Thursday, December 26, 2024

Red Wings fire coach Lalonde, bring in McLellan

The Red Wings have fired coach Derek Lalonde and named Todd McLellan as his replacement.

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Wednesday, December 25, 2024

Infielder Adrianza retires after 12 MLB seasons

Ehire Adrianza, who played for the Braves, Giants, Twins, Nationals and Angels across 12 seasons, announced his retirement Tuesday.

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Red Sox acquire Morán from Twins for Gasper

The Red Sox continued to rebuild their pitching staff, acquiring left-hander Jovani Morán on Tuesday from the Twins for catcher and infielder Mickey Gasper.

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Tuesday, December 24, 2024

Phillies, righty Ross finalize one-year contract

The Phillies and right-handed pitcher Joe Ross have finalized a one-year contract.

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'Safe travels': Devils follow emphatic win over Rangers with petty posts

The New Jersey Devils defeated their rivals, the New York Rangers, 5-0 on Monday.

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Fantasy hockey waiver picks: Kaapo Kakko's prime opportunity in Seattle

A number of promising pickups are on waiver wires in fantasy hockey leagues. Here are players to add this week.

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Monday, December 23, 2024

Sources: OF Pederson, Rangers agree to contract

Outfielder Joc Pederson, 32, and the Texas Rangers have agreed on a contract pending a physical, sources confirmed to ESPN.

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Sources: Manaea back to Mets for 3 years, $75M

Left-hander Sean Manaea and the Mets are in agreement on a three-year, $75 million contract, sources told ESPN, keeping the veteran with the team he helped lead to a surprise NLCS appearance.

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Nationals land 1B Lowe in trade with Rangers

The Nationals on Sunday acquired first baseman Nathaniel Lowe from the Rangers in exchange for lefty reliever Robert Garcia.

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Rangers' Rempe gets 8 games for Heiskanen hit

Rangers forward Matt Rempe was suspended Sunday for eight games for a hit on Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen "that violated multiple NHL rules."

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Sunday, December 22, 2024

Maple Leafs without injured Matthews vs. Isles

Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews, who took a cross-check to the back late in a 6-3 victory over the Buffalo Sabres on Friday night, sat out the his club's game Saturday night against the New York Islanders because of an undisclosed injury.

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'Greatest of all time' Rickey Henderson dies at 65

Rickey Henderson, the greatest leadoff hitter and base-stealer in Major League Baseball history, has died, according to MLB. He was 65.

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Saturday, December 21, 2024

Out 21 months, Leafs' Murray earns emotional win

Leafs goalie Matt Murray said it was "a big mountain to climb" after missing nearly 21 months, but Friday's 25-save performance Friday earned him his first win since March 2023.

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Record 9 MLB teams docked $311M in luxury tax

The Dodgers, Mets and Yankees were the highest penalized among the record nine teams to be over the MLB's luxury tax threshold for 2024.

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Rangers ink lefty sidearmer Milner to 1-year deal

The Rangers and left-handed reliever Hoby Milner have agreed to a $2.5 million, one-year contract.

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Sources: Astros, 1B Walker reach 3-yr., $60M deal

Christan Walker, who hit 95 home runs for the Diamondbacks over the past three seasons, has reached a 3-year, $60M deal with the Astros, sources confirmed to ESPN.

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Friday, December 20, 2024

D.C. mayor, Leonsis break ground on new arena

District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowler, Capitals and Wizards owner Ted Leonsis and other officials were on hand to celebrate the start of an $800 million downtown arena renovation Thursday.

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Nats sign pitcher Soroka to one-year, $9M deal

Pitcher Michael Soroka has signed a one-year, $9 million contract with the Nationals.

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Blackhawks activate goaltender Mrazek from IR

The Blackhawks have activated goaltender Petr Mrazek from injured reserve ahead of Thursday's game against the Kraken.

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Sosa admits 'mistakes,' set for reunion with Cubs

Sammy Sosa and the Cubs made up Thursday afternoon, ending their 17-year estrangement after the former slugger apologized for making "mistakes" during his playing career.

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Thursday, December 19, 2024

Sources: Cards' Arenado blocks trade to Astros

Eight-time All-Star Nolan Arenado has declined to waive his no-trade clause, blocking a deal that would have sent him to the Astros, sources told ESPN.

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Rangers send Kakko to Kraken for Borgen, picks

The New York Rangers traded forward Kaapo Kakko to the Seattle Kraken on Wednesday, in exchange for defenseman Will Borgen, a 2025 third-round pick and a 2025 sixth-round pick.

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Angels acquire C Robinson in trade with ChiSox

The Angels acquired catcher Chuckie Robinson from the White Sox for cash considerations.

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Wednesday, December 18, 2024

Royals reach 1-year, $1.8M deal with RHP Wright

The Royals and right-hander Kyle Wright avoided salary arbitration Tuesday, agreeing on a one-year, $1.8 million contract.

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Williams thrilled Yankees 'snuck in' to land him

Devin Williams, acquired by the Yankees last week from the Brewers, met with the media Tuesday and spoke about the club's "long history" with great relievers such as Mariano Rivera and Aroldis Chapman, adding "I'm just trying to add my name to that list."

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Tuesday, December 17, 2024

NHL Bubble Watch: Projecting the playoff hopes for all 32 teams

While some expected contenders are spinning out, new ones have emerged. Here's a December look at projected Stanley Cup Playoff matchups.

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Mets add depth on infield, sign Young for 1 year

The New York Mets signed veteran infielder Jared Young, a .210 career hitter with just two homers and eight RBIs, to a one-year contract Monday, adding depth at first base after star slugger Pete Alonso became a free agent this fall.

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Blue Jays add Johnson, Greene, Iannotti to staff

Graham Johnson was hired by the Blue Jays on Monday as bullpen coach, Sam Greene as assistant pitching coach and Lou Iannotti as assistant hitting coach.

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Monday, December 16, 2024

NHL all-time goalie wins: Top 10 players to know

Goalies have one of the most demanding positions in the NHL. Which ones have secured the most wins? Check out this definitive all-time list.

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MLB managers survey: What they think about new rules, the playoff format -- and each other

We spoke to skippers at the winter meetings to get their take on the state of the game.

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Why the Maple Leafs' 2024-25 success hits differently -- and what it means for the playoffs

Toronto is no longer relying on outscoring their problems, instead playing a more complete game. Will it result in a longer run this spring?

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N.C. governor honors Brind'Amour after Canes' win

Hurricanes coach Rod Brind'Amour received North Carolina's highest honor from Gov. Roy Cooper after Sunday's 4-1 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets, the Order of the Long Leaf Pine, given to those who've made significant contributions to the state.

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Sunday, December 15, 2024

Freeman WS walk-off slam ball sells for $1.56M

Freddie Freeman's walk-off grand slam ball from Game 1 of the 2024 World Series sold for $1.56 million at auction.

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Braves pick up former Pirates OF De La Cruz

The Braves have signed outfielder Bryan De La Cruz to a one-year nonguaranteed contract for the 2025 season.

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'Awesome' Blackwood stops 38 in Avalanche debut

Veteran goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood, acquired from the San Jose Sharks on Monday, stopped 38 shots in his Colorado Avalanche debut, and his new team held off a late Nashville Predators surge to post a 5-2 victory on Saturday night in Denver.

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UK team retires the late Johnson's No. 47 jersey

The Nottingham Panthers, a United Kingdom hockey team, officially retired Adam Johnson's No. 47 jersey on Saturday in tribute to the American forward who died after his neck was cut by an opponent's skate during a game over a year ago.

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Saturday, December 14, 2024

Golden Knights sign Kolesar to $7.5M extension

The Golden Knights have signed forward Keegan Kolesar to a three-year, $7.5 million contract extension through the 2027-28 season.

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Wild claim Dermott off waivers from Oilers

The Wild claimed defenseman Travis Dermott off waivers from the Oilers on Friday. The journeyman will join his fifth NHL team.

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Source: Suns owner J. Ishbia eyes Twins purchase

Justin Ishbia, a Phoenix Suns minority owner and the brother of Suns majority owner Mat Ishbia, is interested in buying the Minnesota Twins, a source told ESPN on Friday, confirming a Bloomberg report.

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Crochet feels 'big relief' following Red Sox trade

Garrett Crochet says he had trouble settling on a jersey number following his trade to the Red Sox after many of his past numbers were taken.

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Friday, December 13, 2024

Ducks' Zegras out six weeks after knee surgery

Ducks forward Trevor Zegras will be out for six weeks after undergoing surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his right knee.

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Giants' Adames aiming for a 'few championships'

Willy Adames, who signed a seven-year, $182 million deal with the Giants earlier this week, hopes to play every day and "win a few championships."

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Preds D Josi (lower body) out Thursday vs. Stars

Nashville Predators defenseman Roman Josi will miss Thursday night's game against the Dallas Stars because of a lower-body injury.

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Rookie checkup: Michkov, Hutson deserve spots on your roster

Victoria checks up on the NHL rookie class and triages those who have earned a spot in fantasy hockey lineups.

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Thursday, December 12, 2024

Source: Yankees keep Loaisiga on 1-year deal

The Yankees reached a one-year deal to keep reliever Jonathan Loaisiga, who sat out most of last season after undergoing elbow surgery, a source told ESPN.

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When was every NHL team created? Key years to know

The Montreal Canadiens were among the first teams to join the NHL. Learn more about the history of your favorite NHL teams now.

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Rule 5 draft: 11 pitchers among 15 selections

Pitchers again dominated the big league phase of the Rule 5 draft at the winter meetings.

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Hot stove analysis of offseason trades and free agent signings

Track MLB free agency and trades with fantasy baseball analysis from Tristan H. Cockcroft and Eric Karabell.

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Wednesday, December 11, 2024

Veteran Shattenkirk retires after 14 seasons

Defenseman Kevin Shattenkirk, who won a Stanley Cup with the 2020 Tampa Bay Lightning, is retiring after 14 NHL seasons.

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Source: Jays, Garcia agree to 2-year, $15M deal

Free agent Yimi Garcia, who was traded by the Blue Jays to the Mariners in July, has agreed to return to Toronto on a two-year, $15 million deal, a source told ESPN.

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Goalie depth chart

Our updated goalie depth chart displays the starting and backup goalie situation for each team.

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Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Reports: Tigers, veteran Cobb reach 1-year deal

The Tigers have added Alex Cobb to their rotation, agreeing to a one-year contract with the veteran right-hander, according to multiple reports.

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White Sox to keep Sizemore on as coordinator

Grady Sizemore is staying with the White Sox, serving as the offensive coordinator under first-year manager Will Venable.

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Fantasy hockey free agents: These teammates to thrive through Trouba trade

A number of promising pickups are on waiver wires in fantasy hockey leagues. Here are players to add this week.

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Avs continue goalie overhaul, trade for Blackwood

The Avalanche acquired Mackenzie Blackwood and Givani Smith from the Sharks in exchange for Alexandar Georgiev, Nikolai Kovalenko and two draft picks.

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Monday, December 9, 2024

Juan Soto joins biggest active contracts in NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL

The New York Mets outfielder's deal joins a group of the largest contracts across North American sports.

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Worthy Hall of Famers Dick Allen, Dave Parker get their due

For Allen, Sunday's posthumous selection is bittersweet. But for both him and the Cobra, late is better than never.

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Dave Parker, Dick Allen get classic era Hall call

Dave Parker received 14 of 16 votes, while DIck Allen got 13 as both reached the 75% threshold to gain entrance to baseball's Hall of Fame from the classic era.

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Sunday, December 8, 2024

Blackhawks lose in first game under Sorensen

- Anders Sorensen's first game with Chicago looked a lot like when Luke Richardson was coaching the Blackhawks.

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Source: O'Neill staying in AL East with O's deal

Outfielder Tyler O'Neill and the Orioles have agreed to a 3-year, $49.5 million contract, a source told ESPN, filling a void created by the free agency of slugging outfielder Anthony Santander.

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Flyers' Tortorella criticizes officiating in OT loss

Flyers coach John Tortorella was frustrated with a couple of calls during a 4-3 overtime loss to the Bruins on Saturday.

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Saturday, December 7, 2024

Knights captain Stone back after 1-month absence

Vegas Golden Knights captain Mark Stone is returning from a monthlong absence to play in Friday's game against the visiting Dallas Stars.

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Sources: Rangers' Shesterkin to be richest goalie

The Rangers and Igor Shesterkin have agreed on an eight-year extension with an $11.5 million AAV that will make him the highest-paid goalie in NHL history, sources told ESPN's Kevin Weekes and Emily Kaplan.

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Manfred: MLB not close to 'Golden At-Bat' rule

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said that Major League Baseball is not close to implementing the "Golden At-Bat" rule.

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Rangers end Trouba tenure with trade to Ducks

The Rangers have traded team captain Jacob Trouba to the Ducks for defenseman Urho Vaakanainen and a conditional 2025 fourth-round pick.

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Friday, December 6, 2024

Dodgers' Freeman recovering from ankle surgery

Freddie Freeman is expected to be recovered in time for the start of spring training in February, the Dodgers said.

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League-worst Blackhawks fire coach Richardson

The Blackhawks fired coach Luke Richardson on Thursday after just eight wins in their first 26 games left them with the worst record based on points in the league. Anders Sorensen will take over on an interim basis.

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Man behind Robinson contract fraud gets prison

Mykalai Kontilai, who bought Jackie Robinson's first minor and major league contracts, was sentenced to 51 months in prison and must pay $5.1 million in restitution.

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December schedule hacks: Why you should add Rangers and Ducks to your roster

Use the NHL's unbalanced schedule to your fantasy hockey advantage with these tips and picks for December.

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Thursday, December 5, 2024

Ranking NHL players who are doing better -- or worse -- than expected early on

From Washington's Connor McMichael to Toronto's Auston Matthews, we rank players who have overachieved and ones who haven't quite met expectations.

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Zegras exits Ducks game with lower-body injury

Ducks forward Trevor Zegras left against the Golden Knights with a lower-body injury.

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Pirates' Skenes elected to MLBPA leadership role

Pirates right-hander Paul Skenes was among six newly elected members to the MLBPA's eight-man executive subcommittee on Wednesday.

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NHL unveils full rosters for 4 Nations Face-Off

Wild stars Brock Faber and Matt Boldy were among the additions announced Wednesday, when full rosters for the NHL's 4 Nations Face-Off were revealed for Team USA, Canada, Sweden and Finland.

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Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Dodgers' Snell: 'This is where you want to play'

The Dodgers introduced pitcher Blake Snell, their latest high-priced free agent signing, at a news conference Tuesday.

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Moneyball: Dodgers owe $1B in deferred salary

New contracts for Blake Snell and Tommy Edman increased the Dodgers' obligations for deferred payments to more than $1 billion owed to seven players from 2028-46.

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Fantasy hockey trade advice: Right time to move these three defensemen

A weekly look at top statistical trends in fantasy hockey with goalie, power-play and droppable notes.

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Tuesday, December 3, 2024

Can Joey Daccord be Canada's savior in goal?

The netminder has been a bright spot for Seattle this season -- and could solve a major problem for Canada in the 4 Nations Face-Off and 2026 Olympics.

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Rangers sign Higashioka, 34, to 2-year contract

After a standout season in which he finished with a career-high 17 home runs for the San Diego Padres, veteran catcher Kyle Higashioka, 34, signed a two-year contract with the Texas Rangers on Monday, an agreement that includes a mutual option for 2027.

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Rays respond to county ultimatum: Deal 'in effect'

In response to a deadline from the Pinellas County Commission to declare whether they are in or out on a new stadium agreement, the Rays said in a letter Monday that their deal to build a $1.3 billion ballpark is still "in effect."

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NHL fines Oilers' Skinner $2K for embellishment

Oilers forward Jeff Skinner has been fined $2,000 for embellishment during a recent game against the Rangers, the NHL said Monday.

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Monday, December 2, 2024

Why Willy Adames is going to get paid big money this winter -- and which teams could give it to him

He isn't a household name, but when Adames plays, his teams win. Here's what makes the shortstop special -- and where he could end up.

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NHL all-time goalie wins: Top 10 players to know

Goalies have one of the most demanding positions in the NHL. Which ones have secured the most wins? Check out this definitive all-time list.

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The Wyshynski Awards for the first quarter of the 2024-25 NHL season: Best, worst, embarrassments and trends

From best team to the weirdest goal to the most important document to the best bounce-back player, here are the superlatives of the season thus far.

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Sources: Mets, Montas agree to 2-year, $34M deal

Right-hander Frankie Montas and the New York Mets are in agreement on a two-year, $34 million contract, sources told ESPN on Sunday night.

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Sunday, December 1, 2024

Avs view Wood (upper body) as month-to-month

Avalanche forward Miles Wood is considered month-to-month with an upper-body injury, coach Jared Bednar announced.

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Matthews spurs Leafs after nine-game absence

Auston Matthews, back on ice after a nine-game absence with an upper-body injury, picked up an assist in a 5-3 victory over the Lightning.

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NHL trade grades: Why David Jiricek deal could pay off for Wild and Blue Jackets

Why would the Blue Jackets trade a former top-10 pick? What does Jiricek bring to Minnesota? We break down both side of the trade.

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Jackets give Jiricek new start with deal to Wild

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman David Jiricek, 21, the second blueliner taken in the 2022 NHL draft, will get a fresh start with the Minnesota Wild, who acquired the former sixth overall pick for defenseman Daemon Hunt, 22, and draft picks on Saturday.

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