Saturday, January 31, 2026

Pasquantino agrees to 2-year deal with Royals

Infielder Vinnie Pasquantino agreed to a two-year contract Friday with the Royals, pending a successful physical, that will keep him in Kansas City through the 2027 season.

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With Bader in center field, Giants move Lee to rig...

Harrison Bader is the new center fielder for the Giants, so that means Jung Hoo Lee will be moving to right field -- a switch the Korean star is apparently all-in on after speaking with new manager Tony Vitello and general manager Zack Minasian.

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M's Evans has TJ surgery, expected out for season

Mariners right-hander Logan Evans is expected to miss the 2026 season after undergoing right elbow surgery, general manager Justin Hollander said Friday.

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Friday, January 30, 2026

Kane passes Modano, sets U.S.-born points mark

Patrick Kane passed Mike Modano on Thursday night to become the highest-scoring U.S.-born player in NHL history.

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Devils' Hughes exits game early with injury

New Jersey Devils center Jack Hughes left the team's game against Nashville in the first period and did not return at the start of the second.

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Gomber signs minor league deal with Rangers

Veteran left-hander Austin Gomber has signed a minor league contract with the Texas Rangers that includes an invitation to major league spring training.

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Thursday, January 29, 2026

Sources: Rangers sidelining Panarin until freeze

It's likely Artemi Panarin has played his final game with the Rangers as they work to facilitate a trade, sources said.

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Cashman disagrees Yanks running back same team

During a video call Wednesday to announce Cody Bellinger's re-signing, Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said he has been "openly willing to challenge anybody that we don't have a championship-caliber roster or team."

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PWHL reduces Girard's suspension to 3 games

Sirens forward Taylor Girard's four-game suspension for leaving the bench to join an altercation was reduced to three games following an appeal.

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Brewers sign C McGuire to minor league deal

Veteran catcher Reese McGuire has signed a minor league contract with the Brewers that includes an invitation to major league camp.

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Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Devils trade Palat, picks to division rival Islanders

The Devils traded 34-year-old winger Ondrej Palat, a 2026 third-round pick and 2027 sixth-rounder to the division rival Islanders on Tuesday night for 27-year-old Maxim Tsyplakov.

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Devils hold out Palat vs. Jets amid trade rumors

The New Jersey Devils appear to be close to trading veteran winger Ondrej Palat.

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Peralta willing to consider new deal with Mets

Freddy Peralta wants to get settled first, but he's willing to consider a multiyear contract with the New York Mets before reaching free agency.

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NHL passes discipline calls to Player Safety dept.

The NHL Department of Player Safety will now determine supplemental discipline for players who violate all league rules rather than just those who commit physical infractions.

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Tuesday, January 27, 2026

NHL fines Leafs' Nylander for obscene gesture

The NHL fined Maple Leafs star William Nylander $5,000 for flipping his middle finger to a broadcast camera that was shown on-air during the game broadcast of a Sunday matinee.

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Blackhawks send forward Lardis back to minors

The Chicago Blackhawks assigned forward Nick Lardis to Rockford of the American Hockey League on Monday.

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Cubs sign OF Carlson to minor league contract

- The Chicago Cubs have signed outfielder Dylan Carlson to a minor league deal that includes an invitation to big league camp for spring training.

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Williams, Sproat aim to fit right in with Brewers

Jett Williams joined the Milwaukee Brewers organization less than a week ago, but he already has a pretty good read on his new team.

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Monday, January 26, 2026

Ducks' Sennecke caps 1st hat trick with OT winner

Rookie Beckett Sennecke scored at 2:54 of overtime for his first NHL hat trick as the Anaheim Ducks rallied to beat the Calgary Flames 4-3 Sunday night.

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Senators' Ullmark returns from leave as backup

Linus Ullmark was in uniform as the backup goalie for the Ottawa Senators' game against the Vegas Golden Knights on Sunday.

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Minnesota teams, NBPA call for peace amid unrest

The Vikings, Wild, Timberwolves and Lynx as well as the NBPA spoke out Sunday about the fatal shootings by federal agents in the state, calling for a de-escalation of tensions and peace.

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Sunday, January 25, 2026

Source: Guardians extend Ramirez through 2032

The Guardians extended star third baseman Jose Ramirez four years through 2032, a source confirmed to ESPN.

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Saturday, January 24, 2026

Twins sign left-hander Rogers, catcher Caratini

The Twins signed left-hander Taylor Rogers to a one-year, $2 million contract on Friday while also finalizing a two-year, $14 million deal with catcher Victor Caratini.

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Mariners pick up RHP Criswell in trade with Mets

The Mets traded right-hander Cooper Criswell, who appeared in seven games for Boston last season, to the Mariners in exchange for cash.

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Marner gets chilly, loud greeting in Toronto return

Mitch Marner was booed loudly before even touching the puck Friday night at Scotiabank Arena in his first game in Toronto since a long, drawn-out divorce from the Maple Leafs was finalized last summer.

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Friday, January 23, 2026

Stearns praises Peralta, sidesteps extension talks

Asked about the possibility of giving new Mets starter Freddy Peralta a contract extension at some point this year, president of baseball operations David Stearns declined to discuss the matter.

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Kuemper cleared to rejoin Kings after neck scare

Kings goaltender Darcy Kuemper, one of three netminders on Canada's upcoming Olympic hockey roster, has been cleared to return after suffering a neck injury against the New York Rangers on Tuesday.

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Wild's Brodin undergoes surgery, to miss Olympics

Wild defenseman Jonas Brodin had surgery for a lingering lower body injury that will prevent him from playing for Sweden in the Olympics next month.

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Sources: Nats' Gore to Rangers in 5-for-1 trade

The Rangers are acquiring All-Star left-hander MacKenzie Gore from the Nationals in exchange for five prospects, sources told ESPN.

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Thursday, January 22, 2026

Sources: Sabres, Doan close to 7-year extension

The Buffalo Sabres are closing in on a seven-year contract extension for Josh Doan that is worth $6.95 million per season, sources told ESPN.

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Stearns: Busy Mets still seeking arm for rotation

David Stearns strongly hinted the Mets are not done this offseason, reiterating he hopes to add a starting pitcher.

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Molina returns to Cardinals as special assistant

Yadier Molina is rejoining the St. Louis Cardinals as a special assistant to the front office, where the longtime catcher will provide his thoughts on the club's catching program, game strategy and day-to-day operations.

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Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Kings goalie Kuemper leaves game after collision

Goalie Darcy Kuemper has left the Los Angeles Kings' game against the New York Rangers after a collision in the crease late in the first period.

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Hall of Fame voting winners and losers: Beltran, Jones are in -- who else got good (or bad) news?

The results are in! Our experts break down the highs and lows of the 2026 vote and look ahead to 2027.

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Beltran, A. Jones elected to Baseball Hall of Fame

Carlos Beltran and Andruw Jones, center fielders who exceled at the plate and with their gloves, have been voted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.

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Miller, Mariners meet halfway, avoid arbitration

Right-hander Bryce Miller and the Mariners avoided salary arbitration, agreeing to a one-year contract that includes a club option and guarantees $2,452,500.

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Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Knights GM: Adding Andersson before break key

Golden Knights general manager Kelly McCrimmon said it was imperative to acquire defenseman Rasmus Andersson before the Olympic break.

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Girard issued PWHL-record 4-game suspension

The Professional Women's Hockey League issued the harshest suspension in its three-year history on Monday by banning Sirens forward Taylor Girard for four games.

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Monday, January 19, 2026

Source: Rangers add to bullpen with RHP Junis

The Rangers are solidifying their bullpen depth with right-hander Jakob Junis, who has agreed to a one-year, $4 million deal, a source confirmed to ESPN.

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Goyette, Habs F and Isles' first coach, dies at 92

Phil Goyette, who helped the Canadiens win Stanley Cup titles in his first four seasons and was the Islanders' first coach, has died.

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Braves say SS Kim (finger) to be out 4-5 months

Braves shortstop Ha-Seong Kim is expected to be sidelined four to five months after having surgery to repair a torn tendon in his right middle finger, the team said.

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Sunday, January 18, 2026

Nats, Cavalli avoid arbitration with $870K deal

Right-hander Cade Cavalli and the Nationals avoided salary arbitration Sunday when they agreed to a one-year contract worth $870,000, a deal that includes a 2027 team option.

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Pressly, 37, world champion with Astros, retires

Two-time All-Star reliever Ryan Pressly, who collected 117 saves and helped the Houston Astros win the 2022 World Series, retired after a 13-year career,  the 37-year-old pitcher announced Saturday.

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Oilers' Draisaitl taking leave due to family illness

Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl is taking a brief leave of absence to attend to a family member's illness in Germany, the team announced Saturday.

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Day after 'retool' missive, Rangers cruise to win

A day after general manager Chris Drury outlined in a letter to fans that his last-place franchise will embark on a "retool," Mika Zibanejad scored three goals and the New York Rangers cruised to a 6-3 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday.

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Saturday, January 17, 2026

Athletics hire ex-Rockies GM to scouting role

The Athletics hired former Rockies general manager Bill Schmidt as the club's special assistant to the scouting department, the team announced Friday.

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Source: Twins add catcher Caratini on 2-year deal

The Twins and catcher Victor Caratini reached agreement on a two-year, $14 million deal, a source confirmed to ESPN.

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Caps GM: Ovechkin future talk will 'have to wait'

Washington Capitals general manager Chris Patrick says he hasn't talked much about the future with Alex Ovechkin.

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Every team's odds to win the 2026 World Series: Dodgers heavily favored to repeat

Every MLB team's odds to win the 2026 World Series, led by the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees.

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Friday, January 16, 2026

Hill back in goal for Golden Knights; Hart to IR

Vegas Golden Knights goalie Adin Hill started his first game in nearly three months, returning to the ice Thursday night to face Toronto after being on injured reserve with a lower-body injury.

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Bruins retire No. 33 jersey of Hall of Famer Chara

The Boston Bruins retired Zdeno Chara's number in a ceremony before Thursday night's game against the Seattle Kraken.

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Johnson 'excited' to join Pagan in Reds' bullpen

Right-hander Pierce Johnson and the Cincinnati Reds have completed their $6.5 million, one-year contract.

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Sources: Rockies, Castro agree on 2-year deal

The Rockies and utilityman Willi Castro have reached an agreement on a two-year, $12.8 million contract, sources told ESPN on Thursday.

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Thursday, January 15, 2026

Fastest skater, hardest shot, more: The Olympics' best at every skill

The rosters are set, the rink is (mostly) ready. Here are the key players to watch at the 2026 Games.

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Twins claim switch-hitting INF Brujan off waivers

The Twins claimed switch-hitting infielder Vidal Brujan off waivers from the Braves on Wednesday.

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New D-back Arenado: Expectations still high

Nolan Arenado hopes a move to the young Arizona Diamondbacks can lead to postseason success.

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Padres hire ex-manager Black to front office role

The Padres have hired former manager Bud Black as senior adviser to baseball operations and longtime slugger Wil Myers in a player development role.

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Wednesday, January 14, 2026

Sources: Mets offer Tucker in $50M AAV ballpark

Free agent outfielder Kyle Tucker has been offered a short-term deal by the Mets that is believed to be worth $50 million per season, sources told ESPN.

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Zucker, Orlov and more power play sleepers to add to your fantasy hockey lineup

Fantasy hockey goalie notes, power-play trends and which players to add to your lineups.

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Bowness docks boat for shot to steer Blue Jackets

Rick Bowness, 70, who was enjoying time on his boat in Florida when he received a call from Ohio on Monday, was officially welcomed as the new coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday, telling reporters that he absolutely "did want to coach again."

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Tuesday, January 13, 2026

NHL moves Panthers start time for CFP title game

The start time of Florida's game against San Jose on Jan. 19 has been moved up to 6 p.m., one hour ahead of the previously scheduled puck drop in Sunrise.

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Last-place Blue Jackets fire Evason, hire Bowness

The Columbus Blue Jackets, last place in the Metropolitan Division, fired coach Dean Evason, the team announced on Monday, and immediately hired Rick Bowness, 70, to replace him, president of hockey operations and general manager Don Waddell confirmed.

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Giusti, saves leader for champ Pirates in '71, dies

Dave Giusti, a reliable reliever who spent 15 years in the majors and helped the Pirates win the 1971 World Series title, has died at the age of 86.

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Monday, January 12, 2026

Sox foiled after 'falling short' in Bregman pursuit

The Red Sox said it was "disappointing to lose out" on Alex Bregman after reportedly not offering a no-trade clause to the free agent, who is joining the Cubs.

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Reports: NHL selects Sabres to host draft in June

The NHL has selected the Buffalo Sabres to host its 2026 draft in June, according to multiple reports. The draft will be held at the Sabres home arena, KeyBank Center.

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Has your team gotten stronger or weaker? Our midwinter progress report for all 30 MLB clubs

With a lot of work still left to do, here's how the 2026 projections and playoff odds stand today.

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What comes next after a wild week in the hockey world?

From trade chatter in multiple cities to epic blowouts to a hole in the Olympic ice, hockey fans have lots to digest.

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Sunday, January 11, 2026

Sources: Yankees, Bellinger talks at an impasse

Contract negotiations between the New York Yankees and Cody Bellinger are at an impasse, league sources tell ESPN.

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Zacha, Khusnutdinov hat tricks power Bruins' win

Veteran forward Pavel Zacha recorded his first career hat trick, and teammate Marat Khusnutdinov added four more goals, as the surging Boston Bruins coasted past the New York Rangers 10-2 on Saturday afternoon, their fourth win in the past five games.

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Knights goalie Hart out with lower-body injury

Golden Knights goalie Carter Hart is week to week with a lower body injury.

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Saturday, January 10, 2026

Rockies acquire McCarthy in trade with D-backs

The Rockies acquired outfielder Jake McCarthy from the Diamondbacks in exchange for minor league pitcher Josh Grosz.

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Olympic hockey odds: Canada favored to win men's gold, USA favored to win women's

Who are the favorites heading into the men's and women's 2026 Olympic ice hockey tournaments?

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Kepler banned 80 games by MLB for failed test

Free agent outfielder Max Kepler, who spent last season with the Phillies, has been suspended 80 games for violating Major League Baseball's drug program.

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Rankings: Connor Hellebuyck drops amid Jets' losing streak

Here are the highest-ranked fantasy hockey players, with Connor Hellebuych dropping this week.

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Friday, January 9, 2026

Ex-Twins GM Levine joins Brewers as adviser

Former Minnesota general manager Thad Levine has joined the Milwaukee organization as a special adviser.

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Sources: 9 MLB teams end deals with Main Street

Sources told ESPN that nine Major League Baseball teams have terminated their contracts with Main Street Sports Group, the RSN operator that again finds itself in deep financial trouble.

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Sharks acquire Brossoit in trade with Blackhawks

The Sharks acquired goaltender Laurent Brossoit in a trade with the Blackhawks on Thursday.

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Need a goalie? Here are the netminders to start, bench or drop

Need to replace a goalie? Here are the fantasy hockey crease situations to watch and the pickups to make.

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Thursday, January 8, 2026

Fleury rejoins Jets, has broken nose, back bruise

Haydn Fleury rejoined the Jets on Wednesday in the aftermath of crashing into the boards and getting taken off the ice on a stretcher. Coach Scott Arniel said the 29-year-old has a broken nose and a bruised back.

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Mammoth to host '27 Winter Classic on Utes' field

The Mammoth will make its first appearance in an outdoor game in 2027, when they host the Avalanche in the Winter Classic at University of Utah's Rice-Eccles Stadium.

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AHL, PHPA tentatively agree on deal for new CBA

The American Hockey League and the Professional Hockey Players' Association have reached a tentative agreement on a new collective bargaining agreement.

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Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Pro athletes in Venezuela facing travel turmoil

Scores of athletes in Venezuela, particularly baseball players affiliated with MLB clubs, had travel schedules thrown into turmoil after the United States' military operation.

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Rangers put Shesterkin on IR, dodge 'worst case'

The New York Rangers placed goaltender Igor Shesterkin on injured reserve, and defenseman Adam Fox on long-term injured reserve, but sources told ESPN's Emily Kaplan on Tuesday that the club avoided the worst-case scenario with their top netminder.

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Unsure of Bichette's future, Jays welcome Okamoto

The Toronto Blue Jays introduced their latest marquee addition Tuesday, Kazuma Okamoto, but as Bo Bichette's free agency continues, general manager Ross Atkins was noncommittal on where the 29-year-old infielder might fit into the team's defensive plans.

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Tuesday, January 6, 2026

Canada tops Finland in world junior 3rd-place game

Sam O'Reilly scored twice, Gavin McKenna and Michael Hage each had four points and Canada beat Finland 6-3 on Monday in the third-place game in the world junior hockey championship.

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Japanese star Imai aims to win title with Astros

Tatsuya Imai made his intentions clear with his first few words during an introductory news conference with the Houston Astros on Monday.

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'Settled' Rantanen set to face Hurricanes as Star

Settled in and firmly entrenched as a key cog to the Stars' offense, Mikko Rantanen and his teammates will take on the Hurricanes Tuesday for the first time since Carolina dealt him to Dallas last year, ending a 13-day journey that saw him traded twice.

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Pulford, Hall of Famer and Blackhawks exec, dies

Bob Pulford, a Hall of Fame player with the Maple Leafs who later coached the Kings and then ran the Blackhawks' front office for 30 years, has died at age 89.

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Monday, January 5, 2026

Flames' Beecher, Jets' Stanley get roughing bans

The NHL's department of player safety suspended Calgary Flames forward John Beecher and Winnipeg Jets defenseman Logan Stanley one game each for separate roughing incidents Sunday.

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Wennberg, 31, lands 3-year extension from Sharks

The San Jose Sharks signed Alexander Wennberg, 31, to a three-year, $18 million contract extension Sunday during a season in which the veteran forward has seven goals and 19 assists.

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Royals extend manager Quatraro though 2029

Royals manager Matt Quatraro, who went 82-80 last season, has agreed to a three-year contract extension with Kansas City though 2029.

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Sunday, January 4, 2026

Source: Yanks, DeJong agree to minor league deal

The Yankees and veteran infielder Paul DeJong have agreed to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training, a source confirmed to ESPN.

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The Pope, the Super Bowl and YouTube influencers: The wildest sports bets in 2025

You win some, you lose some ... or you win a lot, lose a lot. Inside the craziest bets the books saw last year.

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Blue Jackets halt Sabres' 10-game winning streak

The Blue Jackets pounced on the Sabres with three first-period goals and went on to win 5-1 to snap Buffalo's 10-game winning streak.

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Saturday, January 3, 2026

Rangers stay perfect outdoors, win at Marlins' park

Mika Zibanejad had a hat trick, Artemi Panarin scored twice and the Rangers beat the Panthers 5-1 on Friday night in the Winter Classic -- the first outdoor game played in Florida.

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Finland stuns U.S. in world junior hockey quarters

Finland stunned the two-time defending champion United States 4-3 on Friday night in the world junior hockey quarterfinals.

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Follow live: Rangers face Panthers in Winter Classic

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Dykstra faces charges after drugs found in vehicle

Former MLB star Lenny Dykstra faces charges after police found drugs in his possession during a traffic stop on New Year's Day.

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Friday, January 2, 2026

NHL's holiday on ice amid balmy Miami's swaying palm trees

Balmy temperatures and wind pose biggest challenge for the annual hockey event.

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Bold MLB predictions for 2026: The World Series champion Orioles? A Skubal blockbuster?

From breakout teams to major deals, our experts weigh in on how the yeaahead could play out.

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Matthews' hat trick caps Leafs' comeback vs. Jets

Auston Matthews finished off his 14th career hat trick to snap a 5-5 tie with 4:22 remaining as the Maple Leafs beat the Jets.

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Isles' Horvat to be evaluated for lower-body injury

Islanders center Bo Horvat will be evaluated by a doctor after leaving Thursday's game against Utah with an undisclosed lower-body injury.

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Thursday, January 1, 2026

Sabres tie franchise mark with 10th straight win

Tage Thompson scored twice within 2½ minutes in the third period and had an assist as the Sabres beat the Stars 4-1 to extend their winning streak to 10 games.

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Sweden hands U.S. first loss at world juniors

The Americans lost for the first time in four games in the world junior tournament to finish second on group play. They awaited the result of the Group B finale between Canada and Finland to determine their quarterfinal matchup.

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Wilson propels Caps with Gordie Howe hat trick

The Capitals' Tom Wilson had two goals and an assist and even got into a fight with Sam Carrick for a Gordie Howe hat trick Wednesday in a 6-3 win over the Rangers.

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Grading Canada's 2026 Olympic roster, plus snubs and surprises

Is this group good enough to win gold -- and prevent their rivals from the U.S. from winning for the first time since 1980?

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