Monday, March 31, 2025

Devers fans twice more, now at 12 K's this year

Red Sox designated hitter Rafael Devers became the first major leaguer to strike out 12 times in a season's first four games. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/PhoWl...

Marlins induct Conine before son homers in win

Jeff Conine became the first member of the Marlins' Hall of Fame when he was inducted before the team's game Sunday, in which his son, Griffin, hit a tying solo homer. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/iGqoV...

DeGrom 'terrific' in return, Rangers top Red Sox

Texas ace Jacob deGrom, who allowed two hits in five shutout innings, returned to the mound on Sunday, helping to lift the Rangers to a 3-2 win over the Boston Red Sox that gave his club a 3-1 start, an effort that manager Bruce Bochy labeled "terrific." from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/KRNEm...

Ovechkin nets 890th, now 5 goals from NHL record

Washington captain Alex Ovechkin, 39, is now five goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's NHL record after scoring the 890th of his career during the third period of the Capitals' home game Sunday, an 8-5 loss to the Buffalo Sabres at Capital One Arena. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/81qe2...

Sunday, March 30, 2025

Rangers' Jung (neck) sits, could need stint on IL

Josh Jung was out of the Rangers lineup Saturday because of neck spasms and could need a stint on the IL. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/j3AV5...

Giants OF Encarnacion out 8 weeks after surgery

San Francisco veteran outfielder Jerar Encarnacion, 27, who was injured in a spring training game while trying to make a catch in the outfield on March 21, had surgery on his fractured left hand and is expected to miss eight weeks. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/IPiBF...

Saturday, March 29, 2025

Blues ink Gophers star Snuggerud to 3-year deal

The St. Louis Blues signed University of Minnesota forward Jimmy Snuggerud to a three-year contract Friday. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/JLjXO...

Misner walks off Rays, makes history in process

Rookie Kameron Misner led off the ninth inning with his first major league home run, giving Tampa Bay a 3-2 win and becoming the first player in major league history to have his first home run be a walk-off on Opening Day. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/ijWHp...

D-backs lock up RHP Pfaadt on 5-year, $45M deal

The Diamondbacks and right-hander Brandon Pfaadt reached agreement on a five-year deal worth $45 million. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/jRVBf...

Friday, March 28, 2025

Crosby breaks Gretzky's point-per-game record

Sidney Crosby's career-long point-per-game consistency has broken an NHL record he shared with Wayne Gretzky. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/Bvbd7...

NHL fines Bruins rookie Callahan for cross-check

The NHL has fined Bruins rookie defenseman Michael Callahan $2,018.23 for cross-checking Anaheim forward Jansen Harkins during Wednesday night's game. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/RyPkG...

Flyers GM: Fired Tortorella a 'complicated man'

Flyers GM Daniel Briere said differences of opinion with John Tortorella led to the coach's firing on Thursday, calling him a "complicated man." from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/N2dgJ...

O'Neill extends Opening Day home run record

Orioles outfielder Tyler O'Neill extended his major league record by homering for a sixth straight Opening Day. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/67AtD...

Thursday, March 27, 2025

MLB teams won 52.2% of spring ABS challenges

Teams won 52.2% of their ball/strike challenges during the spring training test of robot umpires, and catchers had a markedly better success rate than pitchers. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/5fclT...

D-backs sign Beeks, select contract of Miller

The Diamondbacks signed LHP Jalen Beeks to a $1.25 million, one-year deal and selected the contract of veteran righty Shelby Miller. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/YDd8i...

Mets RHP Blackburn (knee) to go on 15-day IL

Mets right-hander Paul Blackburn will begin the season on the 15-day injured list with right knee inflammation, team president David Stearns said. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/lAgdw...

Reds outfielder Hays put on IL with calf strain

Reds outfielder Austin Hays was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left calf strain. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/UqflT...

Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Angels RHP Johnson to skip minors, sources say

Angels right-hander Ryan Johnson is expected to become just the 24th player since the advent of the MLB draft to play in the big leagues without a minor league appearance, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/bMUCP...

Gabriel Vilardi the most common player on fantasy hockey teams

Your weekly look at the need-to-know trends in fantasy hockey with goalie, power-play and droppable notes. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/CcLrp...

Tuesday, March 25, 2025

Wings' Mrazek (lower body) exits early vs. Utah

Detroit goalie Petr Mrazek exited because of an apparent lower-body injury at the 1:38 mark of the first period in the Red Wings' game against Utah Hockey Club on Monday night. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/qTJKX...

Hertl to miss Golden Knights' road trip with injury

Tomas Hertl, who leads the Golden Knights with 31 goals, will not be on Vegas' three-game road trip this week because of an injury he suffered Sunday against the Lightning. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/GgeE7...

A's backup sod at the ready due to shared ballpark

- Replacement grass will be nearby and at the ready when the Sutter Health Park sod begins to deteriorate this spring with regular play from both the San Francisco Giants' Triple-A team and the newcomer Athletics. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/QEjWV...

Monday, March 24, 2025

Rays say ace McClanahan to start season on IL

Rays ace Shane McClanahan will miss his Opening Day start and begin the season on the injured list with nerve irritation in his triceps. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/rwvSH...

Athletics 2B Gelof (hand) to start season on IL

Athletics second baseman Zack Gelof is scheduled for surgery on his right hand Monday and will begin the season on the injured list. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/itw4W...

Road to the men's Frozen Four: Complete schedule, teams at a glance

Follow the men's hockey tournament from the regionals to Frozen Four and the national title game. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/3Vj0a...

Chavez back with Braves on minor league deal

Jesse Chavez, as he has many times before, joined the Braves on a minor league deal after being waived by Texas. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/fj1V9...

Sunday, March 23, 2025

Guardians starting P Bibee lands 5-year extension

Right-hander Tanner Bibee, who will start Opening Day for the Guardians, has signed a five-year contract extension. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/i2eXa...

Reds' Steer (shoulder) to open season on IL

A shoulder injury that plagued Cincinnati's Spencer Steer all of the 2024 season has him starting this season on the injured list, Reds manager Terry Francona said Saturday. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/MGZ2j...

Drury (thumb), Thorpe (elbow) out for White Sox

White Sox infielder Brandon Drury will miss the start of the season because of a fractured left thumb. Drew Thorpe will have season-ending Tommy John surgery. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/a5e4h...

Blackhawks' Maroon, 36, will retire after season

Veteran forward Patrick Maroon, 36, a three-time Stanley Cup champion, said in a pregame television interview before he and the Chicago Blackhawks played at his hometown St. Louis Blues on Saturday afternoon, that he will retire after this season. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/TIJih...

Saturday, March 22, 2025

'Diversity' off MLB careers page after exec order

Major League Baseball has taken references to diversity off its careers page as it evaluates programs in light of an executive order. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/He2C1...

Rockies 2B Estrada (broken wrist) out 4-8 weeks

Thairo Estrada, the Rockies' expected Opening Day starter at second base, broke his right wrist when he was hit by a pitch from Texas' Kumar Rocker and will be out 4-8 weeks. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/AbjvT...

Darvish (elbow) to open season on IL for Padres

Padres right-hander Yu Darvish will start the season on the injured list because of inflammation in his right elbow. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/F5skb...

Friday, March 21, 2025

Oilers' Draisaitl listed day-to-day, doubtful vs. Jets

NHL leading goal-scorer Leon Draisaitl is doubtful to play Thursday, when the forward's Edmonton Oilers host the Western Conference-leading Winnipeg Jets. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/SI6jE...

Sources: U.S. billionaire eyes Houston NHL team

American billionaire Dan Friedkin has emerged as a strong ownership option to bring the NHL to Houston, sources told ESPN. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/VgSBs...

Marlins lefty Weathers to open season on IL

Florida Marlins left-hander Ryan Weathers will open the season on the injured list with a forearm strain, dealing an early blow to the team's starting rotation. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/IpqBs...

Spiers named Reds 5th starter with Abbott to IL

Carson Spiers will enter the season as the Cincinnati Reds' fifth starter and Andrew Abbott will go on the injured list, manager Terry Francona announced Thursday. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/FNLIO...

Thursday, March 20, 2025

Nine potential busts to avoid in 2025

Who does Tristan H. Cockcroft think will underachieve in 2025? We have nine names to steer clear of when drafting your rosters. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/LiOnE...

NHL playoff watch: How the West's second wild-card spot will be won

The Canucks-Blues showdown on Thursday (7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN+) could swing the race. Plus, full playoff projections, draft lottery standings and more. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/1WvQz...

Avalanche's Manson (upper body) out 3-4 weeks

Colorado defenseman Josh Manson is expected to miss three to four weeks because of an upper-body injury, Avalanche coach Jared Bednar said Wednesday. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/Hd5E1...

Phillies P Suarez (stiff back) to miss next start

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Ranger Suarez is dealing with a stiff back and will miss Friday's planned start in Grapefruit League actions. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/ckqg9...

Wednesday, March 19, 2025

Source: Kimbrel returns to Braves on 1-year deal

Craig Kimbrel has agreed to a minor league deal with the Atlanta Braves that will pay him $2 million in the major leagues, a source confirmed to ESPN. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/AGW0M...

Rangers sign Corbin for injury-depleted rotation

The Rangers signed free agent left-hander Patrick Corbin to a one-year contract Tuesday. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/tO4lB...

Trump, Putin float NHL-KHL games; league mum

President Donald Trump supported President Vladimir Putin's idea to organize hockey games between the U.S. and Russia during their phone call on Tuesday. In a statement, the NHL said it has no comment. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/CAtZ7...

MLB Opening Day 2025: Schedule, matchups, previews and more

We have you covered on everything you need to know to get ready for the start of the 2025 season on March 27. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/cl7y0...

Tuesday, March 18, 2025

Reports: Braves, McCann have minor league deal

James McCann provides added depth behind the plate, as Braves starter Sean Murphy opens the season on the injured list. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/moh7X...

White Sox's Rojas has hairline fracture in big toe

White Sox infielder Josh Rojas has a hairline fracture in his right big toe, putting his availability for opening day in question. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/pFNf9...

Phillies' 'S'mores Quesadilla' leads new MLB park foods

MLB parks are staying creative with their new food items in the 2025 season. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/Hxn8W...

NHL talks review process at annual GM meetings

The NHL hosted 32 team executives to hear from a panel of hockey ops members about how they determine coaches' challenges for goalie interference or offsides. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/MTe5Y...

Monday, March 17, 2025

Betts (illness) out for Tokyo Series; lost 15 pounds

Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts will not play in the two-game Tokyo Series against the Cubs because of an illness that's lingered for the past week. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/CMLqm...

Detroit draws record 14,288 fans for PWHL game

The Minnesota Frost and New York Sirens played in front of 14,288 fans Sunday night, setting an attendance record for a women's hockey game in the United States. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/ThOX7...

Yanks scratch Schmidt (shoulder) from next start

New York Yankees right-hander Clarke Schmidt, 29, who went 5-5 with a 2.85 ERA in 16 starts for the Yankees last year, was scratched from his Grapefruit League start against the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday while he deals with some shoulder soreness. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/Ily14...

Now a Central rival, Rantanen returns to Colorado

For the first time in his NHL career, Mikko Rantanen was a visitor Sunday in a building he called home for a decade. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/w4a1m...

Sunday, March 16, 2025

Hanshin Tigers sweep Cubs, Dodgers in shutouts

The Hanshin Tigers capped a two-game sweep over MLB clubs with a 3-0 win over the Dodgers, following a matching victory over the Cubs the day before. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/EeQ4v...

Brewers' Myers exits start with oblique discomfort

Brewers right-hander Tobias Myers was cautiously optimistic but said he would undergo imaging after leaving his Cactus League start Saturday with left oblique discomfort. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/hgcqr...

Ovechkin nets 887th, now 8 away from NHL record

In Washington's 5-1 win over the San Jose Sharks Saturday, Alex Ovechkin scored his 887th goal, moving within eight of breaking Wayne Gretzky's NHL record, as the Capitals captain deflected a shot from Martin Fehervary with 9:06 left in the third period. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/JZANa...

Pirates ace Skenes to start opener at Marlins

The Pirates have tabbed ace Paul Skenes to start their opening day game at the Marlins. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/JP0iF...

Saturday, March 15, 2025

Eflin to start Orioles' March 27 opener in Toronto

Veteran right-hander Zach Eflin will be the Opening Day start for the Orioles in Toronto on March 27. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/B6XhT...

Yanks' Rodon gets Opening Day nod with Cole out

Left-hander Carlos Rodon was tabbed as the New York Yankees' Opening Day starter on Friday by manager Aaron Boone. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/VmDiA...

Rays pick up 1B Díaz's option, add vesting option

The Rays have picked up their $12 million team option on Yandy Díaz for the 2026 season and added a vesting option for 2027, pending 2026 performance thresholds. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/p4RTX...

Friday, March 14, 2025

Is Stephen Curry's 3-point record the most unbreakable in sports?

We might never see players like LeBron James or Wayne Gretzky again ... and they're not the only ones who have put up records that seemingly can't be broken. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/wKSgz...

Flames' Zary gets 2 games for elbowing Pettersson

Flames forward Connor Zary earned a two-game suspension for his blindside hit of the Canucks' Elias Pettersson in Wednesday night's game. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/t6ozI...

Rangers' Bradford (elbow) to open season on IL

Rangers left-hander Cody Bradford will start the season on the IL because of soreness in his throwing elbow. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/rzxoA...

Thursday, March 13, 2025

Montour nets NHL's fastest OT goal at 4 seconds

Brandon Mountour's goal just four seconds into overtime set an NHL record for fastest OT goal, lifting the Kraken past the Canadiens 5-4. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/0sWur...

Fights, penalties fill wild 3rd in Sabres-Wings

The final tally from the third period between the Sabres and Red Wings on Wednesday night: 136 of the game's 150 penalty minutes, all but two of those either roughing, fighting or misconducts. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/zXbN9...

Rantanen happy in Dallas, denies ex-coach's claim

Newly acquired Dallas Stars forward Mikko Rantanen said Wednesday he's pleased with where he landed while denying his former coach's claim that he gave Carolina a list of teams he preferred in a trade, and the Hurricanes weren't on it. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/jksma...

Royals' Witt takes fastball off forearm, exits game

Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. was struck on the left forearm by a 95 mph fastball and left Wednesday's spring training game in the fifth inning. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/1uGez...

Wednesday, March 12, 2025

NHL playoff projections: Canucks or Flames for the final Western wild card?

The two Pacific Division clubs vying for one spot face off Wednesday night in Alberta. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery outlook, more. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/twuVA...

NHL Awards Watch: New leaders for Hart, Norris as playoff races heat up

With about a month left, there are new leaders for league MVP and the best defenseman. Here are the results of our poll of PHWA voters. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/4CAjk...

Stars forward Hintz out a week with facial injury

Dallas Stars forward Roope Hintz will be sidelined for a week with a facial injury but avoided a fracture, GM Jim Nill announced Tuesday. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/WgQr9...

Tuesday, March 11, 2025

Panthers defenseman Ekblad banned 20 games

Panthers top defenseman Aaron Ekblad has been suspended 20 games for violating the terms of the NHL/NHLPA performance enhancing substances program. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/vODfu...

Jays' Swanson to see specialist about elbow pain

Blue Jays reliever Erik Swanson, who has been dealing with discomfort in his right elbow and forearm this spring, is meeting with surgeon Dr. Keith Meister. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/H8aR2...

Monday, March 10, 2025

NHL playoff watch: The Oilers' path to a Pacific title

The Connor and Leon show is playoff-bound again; can Edmonton earn the No. 1 seed? Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings, more. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/Q7hPz...

Dodgers RHP Grove (shoulder) out for season

Dodgers pitcher Michael Grove will miss the upcoming season after having surgery to repair a torn labrum in his right shoulder. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/P4cUT...

Josh Allen's new deal joins biggest active contracts in NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL

The Buffalo Bills signal-caller's deal joins a group of the largest contracts across North American sports. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/xbXIn...

Ovechkin scores No. 886, 9 shy of all-time mark

Alex Ovechkin scored his 886th career goal into an empty net to seal the Washington Capitals' 4-2 victory over the Seattle Kraken Sunday, moving nine back of breaking Wayne Gretzky's NHL record and helping the East leaders win their fourth game in a row. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/bEMVd...

Sunday, March 9, 2025

Oldest living ex-MLB'er Schallock dies at 100

Pitcher Art Schallock, who in 1951 replaced future Hall of Famer Mickey Mantle on the Yankees' roster and had been the oldest living former major leaguer, has died at age 100. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/S6hHn...

Bruins bounce back a day after 'tough' sell-off

A day after trading away several key pieces to their franchise's sustained success, including 36-year-old captain Brad Marchand, the Boston Bruins got off to a good start in their new era, posting a 4-0 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday, from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/ZQoH6...

Rangers' DeGrom, Langford make ST debuts

Pitcher Jacob deGrom and outfielder Wyatt Langford made their first spring training appearance with the Texas Rangers on Saturday. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/RgxEz...

Saturday, March 8, 2025

Maple Leafs boost blue line, add Bruins' Carlo

The Toronto Maple Leafs boosted their blue line on Friday, acquiring Boston Bruins defenseman Brandon Carlo, adding significant size and a veteran presence ahead of the NHL trade deadline, as they continue to battle the Florida Panthers for first place. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/kTP6v...

2024 NHL betting: Panthers, Stars emerge as new Cup favorites

Betting odds and futures for every NHL team to win the 2025 Stanley Cup, their conference and their division. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/OWkw9...

Sources: Panthers acquire Marchand from Bruins

The Florida Panthers, gearing up for another run at the Stanley Cup, made a late splash at the NHL Trade Deadline Friday, acquiring Brad Marchand from the Boston Bruins, sources told ESPN's Emily Kaplan, acquiring a team captain from a division rival. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/Vc2Id...

Friday, March 7, 2025

Rangers bolster back end, add Canucks' Soucy

The New York Rangers bolstered their back end by acquiring veteran defenseman Carson Soucy from the Vancouver Canucks on Thursday. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/z7l19...

Ex-outfielder Naquin joins Guardians as pitcher

Tyler Naquin, who played in the outfield during his eight major league seasons, has signed a minor league deal with the Guardians to try his hand at pitching. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/1xNCw...

A's hire ex-Raiders prez Badain for same position

Former Las Vegas Raiders President Marc Badain was hired Thursday for the same position with the Athletics. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/zKp3l...

Blues' Parayko (knee) expected to miss 6 weeks

St. Louis Blues top defenseman Colton Parayko is expected to miss the rest of the regular season after injuring his left knee in the team's shootout victory at the Los Angeles Kings on Wednesday night. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/fXApa...

Thursday, March 6, 2025

Devils' Hughes lost for season following surgery

The Devils say Jack Hughes is expected to make a full recovery and be available for 2025 training camp after having season-ending shoulder surgery Wednesday. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/TJq0D...

Gourde, Bjorkstrand to Bolts; Kraken get 2 No. 1s

The Lightning have acquired forwards Yanni Gourde and Oliver Bjorkstrand from the Kraken in exchange for a package that includes two future first-round picks. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/xrL9Y...

Cards OF Walker steps on sprinkler, injures knee

St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker will miss at least a week after suffering a minor knee injury when he stepped on a sprinkler head in a spring training game on Tuesday. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/mv3jp...

Wednesday, March 5, 2025

Vlasic breaks NHL career shot-blocking record

Marc-Edouard Vlasic third blocked shot Tuesday night against the Buffalo Sabres was No. 2,165 for his career. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/Q7FkB...

Kansas City Royals announce 'Z-Man' sandwich ahead of new season

The latest Royals' ballpark food features slow-smoked beef brisket and provolone cheese on a toasted Kaiser roll, topped with two onion rings. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/ixmYS...

Pete Rose prior to death: I'll make HOF after I die

MLB career hits leader Pete Rose, in an interview 10 days before his death this past September, said he believed "that I'll make the Hall of Fame after I die." from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/L2uft...

Tuesday, March 4, 2025

Waiver watch: Scoring, shooting help is on the way

A number of promising pickups are on waiver wires in fantasy hockey leagues. Here are players to add this week. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/rvmlL...

Monday, March 3, 2025

Reports: Eppler joins Brewers as special adviser

Former Mets GM Billy Eppler has joined the Brewers as a special adviser for scouting and baseball operations, according to multiple reports. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/S1i9t...

Rockies' Gomber scratched with shoulder issue

Rockies left-hander Austin Gomber was scratched from his start because of low arm speed and an issue with his throwing shoulder. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/yNrjh...

Jones, 30, can 'thrive' with Panthers, Zito says

A day after pulling off a deal that brought Seth Jones in from the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for goaltender Spencer Knight, Florida Panthers general manager Bill Zito said the Stanley Cup champions will provide an environment that "he'll thrive in." from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/mvP5z...

Sunday, March 2, 2025

Stanton to open season on IL; LeMahieu exits

Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton will begin the season on the injured list because of elbow injuries that have sidelined him this spring. Also, infielder DJ LeMahieu tweaked his calf muscle during the team's spring game Saturday. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/IYBQJ...

Jackets, Wings honor Gaudreaus at Ohio Stadium

The Columbus Blue Jackets and Detroit Red Wings honored the late Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau during their NHL Stadium Series entrances on Saturday at Ohio State University. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/JgfAN...

Wild add depth up front, land Nyquist from Preds

The Nashville Predators, perhaps signaling a turn toward next season, traded forward Gustav Nyquist to the Minnesota Wild in exchange for a 2026 second-round draft choice. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/IdjnF...

Ovechkin scores 884th goal, 10 behind Gretzky

Alex Ovechkin scored the 884th goal of his NHL career to move 10 away from tying Wayne Gretzky's record. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/AOUCT...

Saturday, March 1, 2025

Trump says he will pardon baseball legend Rose

U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday he would pardon baseball great Pete Rose, criticizing Major League Baseball for barring the all-time hit champion from the sport's Hall of Fame for gambling. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/mI3Ok...

Ohtani opens spring with solo HR in first at-bat

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani quelled concerns over his surgically repaired shoulder, crushing a full-count fastball over the left-field fence in his first spring at-bat Friday night against the Angels. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/f825h...

Yanks send AL ROY Gil for MRI on tight shoulder

Yankees right-hander Luis Gil will have an MRI after experiencing shoulder tightness during a bullpen session Friday. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/T6sdv...

Connor McDavid's NHL honors and awards list

Here's a look at McDavid's most notable NHL honors and accolades. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/QZs7n...