Australian Open draw: Rafael Nadal begins title defense with tough test in opening round

Defending champion Rafael Nadal will face English youngster Jack Draper in the opening round of the Australian Open in a bid to retain his 2022 crown and extend his grand slam tally.

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'Our star': Devers officially signs deal with Red Sox

Thrilled to be staying in Boston, third baseman Rafael Devers officially signed his new deal with the Red Sox during a news conference at Fenway Park Wednesday, with the 26-year-old veteran saying "I love playing baseball and I love doing it here."

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Habs' Gallagher to be sidelined at least 6 weeks

The Montreal Canadiens said Wednesday that forward Brendan Gallagher will be out at least six weeks with a lower-body injury.

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Red Sox's Story has elbow surgery, to miss time

Red Sox infielder Trevor Story had surgery on his throwing elbow and appears likely to miss a significant portion of next season.

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Rankings update: Early impressions of returning players

Sean Allen provides the latest updates in who's rising, who's falling, and other player trends from around the league.

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White Sox's Hendriks to start cancer treatment

White Sox closer Liam Hendriks announced Sunday that he has been diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma.

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Sources: M's, Pollock agree on 1-year, $7M deal

The Mariners added some more power to their lineup Saturday, agreeing with veteran outfielder AJ Pollock on a one-year deal worth $7 million, sources told ESPN.

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Sabres hold a moment of celebration for Hamlin

The Buffalo Sabres paid tribute to Bills safety Damar Hamlin with a moment of celebration before Saturday night's 6-5 overtime victory over the Minnesota Wild.

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Phillies land LHP Soto, INF Clemens from Tigers

The Philadelphia acquired reliever Gregory Soto and infielder Kody Clemens from Detroit in exchange for infielder Nick Maton, outfielder Matt Vierling and catcher Donny Sands on Saturday.

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Venus Williams forced to withdraw from Australian Open with injury

Venus Williams has withdrawn from the Australian Open due to an injury she sustained at the ASB Classic in New Zealand, tournament organizers announced via Twitter on Saturday.

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Carlos Alcaraz will miss the Australian Open due to injury

Men's world No. 1 tennis player Carlos Alcaraz will miss this month's Australian Open due to a leg injury, the 19-year-old Spaniard said on Friday.

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After release from Dodgers, what's next for Trevor Bauer?

Bauer can join another team for just the major league minimum, and he's available to pitch on Opening Day. But the question is, will any team sign him?

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Orioles DFA O'Hearn after trade, reclaim Díaz

The Baltimore Orioles designated first baseman Ryan O'Hearn for assignment Thursday, two days after acquiring him in a trade with Kansas City. They also claimed infielder Lewin Díaz off waivers from Atlanta after trading him to the Braves last month.

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Notable January lineup changes: What you need to know

With Jake DeBrusk and Patrick Kane out of action, while Max Pacioretty and Tom Wilson are set to return, Victoria looks at key lineup changes across the NHL.

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Bedard, Canada defeat U.S. in world junior semis

Connor Bedard, the likely No. 1 pick in this year's NHL Draft, scored in the second period, igniting a rally and electrifying a hungry home crowd, as Canada defeated Team USA, 6-2, in the semifinals of the world junior championship on Wednesday.

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Brewers acquire P Wilson from Pirates for cash

Pitcher Bryse Wilson, who was designated for assignment a week ago by the Pirates, has been acquired by the Brewers in return for cash.

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Ash Barty to mentor wildcard Gadecki at Australian Open

Retired Australian Open champion Ash Barty is returning to Melbourne Park for this year's event to mentor local hope Olivia Gadecki, who received a wildcard for the season's first Grand Slam.

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Injury updates: When will Landeskog, Wilson, Ehlers and others return?

Should you stash Nikolaj Ehlers or Gabriel Landeskog in your IR spot? Sean looks at key contributors around the league and when they should return to action.

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Rankings update: Who will step up for the St. Louis Blues?

Sean Allen provides the latest updates in who's rising, who's falling, and other player trends from around the league.

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Kraken to host Knights in '24 Winter Classic

The Kraken will host the Golden Knights in the 2024 Winter Classic at T-Mobile Park, the home of the Seattle Mariners.

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Venus Williams wins her first singles match since 2021

Venus Williams won her first tour-level singles match in a year and a half on Monday, defeating fellow American Katie Volynets 7-6(4) 6-2 in the opening round of the ASB Classic in Auckland, New Zealand.

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Hughes, U.S. secure Group B title at world juniors

Captain Luke Hughes, a Michigan Wolverines defenseman and a first-round pick of the New Jersey Devils, had a goal and an assist on Saturday, as Team USA defeated Finland, 6-2, to secure the Group B title at the world junior championship.

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