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Devils’ Free Agent Additions Give Sheldon Keefe Many Line Options

Amid the flurry of moves made throughout the NHL on July 1, New Jersey Devils general manager Tom Fitzgerald resisted the temptation to remake his forward group by overpaying for a top-six caliber forward.

Can Buddy Hield replace Klay Thompson? Why 76ers trade isn't Warriors' best option to fill Splash Brother role

TSN's Steph Noh breaks down how the Warriors can fill the gap left by Klay Thompson's departure.

Canadiens Notebook: New contract puts wind in Slafkovsky’s sails

After signing his big extension, Montreal Canadiens forward Juraj Slafkovsky isn’t just being paid, he’s being empowered. Eric Engels tells us what it means.

Report: Jeff Skinner chose to sign in Edmonton after turning down offer from Maple Leafs

Jeff Skinner became one of the freshest faces on the Edmonton Oilers Monday when he signed a one-year, $3 million contract with the club. The 32-year-old forward has yet to appear in a single playoff game in his entire NHL career, which has spanned 14 seasons with only two different teams.

Instant Reaction: Blue Jays’ bullpen meltdown led to a 9-2 defeat at the hands of the Astros

The Toronto Blue Jays played on Wednesday against the Houston Astros. They lost. Coming into this game, the series was tied at one, as the Jays had a chance to finish the series with a split at worst.

Ka-ching! Jayson Tatum signs the richest extension in NBA history

Spain and host nation Germany meet in quarterfinals at Euro 2024 with a potential record on the line

STUTTGART, Germany (AP) — Spain plays host nation Germany on Friday in the quarterfinals of the European Championship in an eagerly-anticipated matchup between two of the best performing sides at the tournament. There is also a potential record on the line as Spain and Germany have each won three European Championships, better than any other nation. Two of the most exciting talents will be on show in Spain teenager Lamine Yamal and 21-year-old...

Blue Jays’ Jose Cuas throws three pitches, makes history

It was an outing to forget for Blue Jays reliever Jose Cuas, but unfortunately for him, it put him in the record books.

Random Thoughts: Oilers’ Jeff Jackson crushes free agency, and Edmonton is now a destination

What’s amazing about Oilers fans expecting the team to have a quiet start to free agency is that no one would have ever seen this coming. Not only did Jeff Jackson put the band back together, but he found a way to upgrade the team in a very real way without breaking the bank.

Is Red Bull losing patience with Perez despite F1 2025 contract?

Red Bull is open it needs more from Sergio Perez, despite the Mexican having a contract in place for next year

Blue Jays’ John Schneider among MLB’s most-liked managers, according to survey

This season hasn’t gone as planned for the Toronto Blue Jays, as the team owns a 39-47 record following a 9-2 loss to the Houston Astros on Wednesday and sits dead last in the American League East standings, well out of a playoff spot.

Islanders Next Move Should be a Nelson Extension

It looks like the fireworks are over (for free agency that is, otherwise, expect to hear them throughout the summer). The New York Islanders made their big offseason move by signing veteran forward Anthony Duclair.

The best 5 x 5 offensive teams in the NHL’s salary cap era

Last year, the Edmonton Oilers scored the third most 5×5 goals in the NHL with 193. With the additions of Jeff Skinner and Viktor Arvidsson, many wonder if the Oilers will be even more potent at 5×5.

Commemorating Pelé: the world's greatest soccer player

To this day, Pelé is still the world's most prolific goal scorer and a three-time World Cup winner. To many, he will always be known as "O Rei," or the King. The late Brazilian football legend is now being honored with a national day dedicated to him in his home country. Brazil has declared November 19 "Dia do Rei Pelé," or "King Pelé Day." The date holds special significance in the soccer star's career. On November 19, 1969, Pelé scored his 1,000th goal in a match in Rio de Janeiro. He was playing for his childhood club Santos against the club Vasco da Gama. This incredible feat highlights the near-supernatural talent that defined his career and made him the legend he is today. This honor was put into effect by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva less than two years after Pelé's death. In honor of his memory, click through this gallery and take a nostalgic look back at the man who coined the phrase "The Beautiful Game," and whose electrifying skill and dazzling footwork on the field still inspire would-be soccer players today.

Maple Leafs Can’t Give In to Nick Robertson’s Trade Request

After losing Tyler Bertuzzi, T.J. Brodie and Ilya Samsonov to free agency — among others — the Toronto Maple Leafs and Brad Treliving spent July 1 trying to bolster a lineup that had far too many holes in it.

Canucks Signing Jake DeBrusk Is a Good Move

The Vancouver Canucks’ biggest signing of free agency this week was inking former Boston Bruins forward Jake DeBrusk to a five-year contract with an average annual value of $5.5 million.

Alan Shearer tells Gareth Southgate to drop two England stars for Euro 2024 quarter-final

'This is the time where you have to step up.'

Andy Murray's text to Raducanu as they join up for his grand farewell

It was back in November 2019 that a 16-year-old Emma Raducanu was first pictured alongside her tennis hero Sir Andy Murray - but now he is her mized doubles partner.

What each Vancouver Canucks free agent signed for in NHL free agency

By now, you’ve read plenty about what the Vancouver Canucks did since NHL free agency opened on July 1st. Their big fish ended up being Jake DeBrusk, and they made some other sharp additions up front in Danton Heinen and Kiefer Sherwood.

Jessica Campbell will be the first woman on an NHL bench as assistant coach with the Seattle Kraken

SEATTLE (AP) — Once her playing career ended, Jessica Campbell found a new passion in coaching.

India cricketers feted in victory parade in Mumbai after winning Twenty20 World Cup

NEW DELHI (AP) — Tens of thousands of jubilant fans poured onto Mumbai’s Marine Drive to cheer India's new world cricket champions when they returned home on Thursday.

Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Andy Murray, Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff lead the Olympics entry list

Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray all were included on the entry list for tennis at the Paris Olympics released by the International Tennis Federation on Thursday.

Isaiah Hartenstein cashes with Oklahoma City, is he worth it?

Vincent Desharnais brings a big presence at a big price to the Canucks blueline

Of the several players signed by GM Patrik Allvin and Co. on Day One of the 2024 Free Agent Frenzy, only one received any real questions about their value, and that player was Vincent Desharnais.

Daniel Ricciardo offered Formula One lifeline as unlikely option emerges for under-fire Australian amid fears he will be SACKED by RB

Ricciardo, 34, had hoped to make a strong pitch to return to Red Bull as Max Verstappen 's teammate in 2025, after being brought in from the cold following his McLaren sacking.

Winnipeg Jets sign forward, defenseman to one-year deals

According to Darren Dreger of TSN, the Winnipeg Jets have signed forward Mason Shaw to a one-year, two-way contract worth $775K at the NHL level and $350K in the AHL.

Maple Leafs are taking a risky approach to solving their goaltending depth

Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving has been busy so far this offseason, securing some goaltending depth for next season and beyond. Anthony Stolarz and Joseph Woll are locked up on multi-year contracts and veteran Matt Murray is returning to Toronto next season.

Sharks sign right winger to two-year deal

He spent the 2023-24 season with the Kings, where he’d spent his entire NHL career to date after being acquired from the Maple Leafs as part of the Jake Muzzin trade in 2019.

Emergence of Jamaican sprinter Kishane Thompson injects real drama into men's Olympic 100 metres

Kishane Thompson's sudden emergence in the sprinting landscape ahead of the Paris Games is an unforeseen plot twist. And a welcome one.

Hakanpaa Brings Size, Grit & Experience to Maple Leafs’ Blue Line

On July 1, 2024, the Toronto Maple Leafs announced the signing of defenceman Jani Hakanpaa to a two-year, $3 million contract. Known for his physicality and shot-blocking abilities, he brings a wealth of experience and grit to the Maple Leafs’ blue line.

Oliver Ekman-Larsson raves about the Maple Leafs’ passionate fan base

Oliver Ekman-Larsson inked a four-year contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs on Monday and it’s clear that the veteran defenceman has The Passion. “Playing for other teams, I loved coming into Toronto,” Ekman-Larsson said via TSN’s Mark Masters during his introductory media availability Thursday.

Spencer Horwitz’s stellar play has ignited playing time debate: ‘It’s tough to take him out of the lineup’

Spencer Horwitz is proving he needs to be in the lineup as often as possible. It’s nearly been one month since the Toronto Blue Jays designated Cavan Biggio for assignment to make room on the 26-man roster for Horwitz, who’s exploded at the plate during his second big-league stint.

Former NHLer Nikita Zaitsev signs four-year contract with SKA St. Petersburg

A Russian blueliner is heading back home. On Thursday, it was announced that defenseman Nikita Zaitsev signed a four-year contract with SKA St. Petersburg of the Kontinental Hockey League.

Cameron Norrie provides the SECOND all-Brit upset of the day as he knocks out new British No1 Jack Draper in straight sets

TAMARA PRENN ON NO1 COURT: On the heels of British No2 Harriet Dart's triumph over Katie Boulter hours earlier on the same No1 Court, Norrie recorded a statement win on home soil.

Jets’ Backup Battle Brewing with Comrie and Kahkonen Signings

There will be a battle to the be Jets’ backup for the upcoming season after Laurent Brossoit departed in free agency and Eric Comrie and Kaapo Kahkonen were brought on board.

Novak Djokovic breaks Wimbledon 'Golden Rule' but clarifies he was given the 'thumbs up' to stray away from strict policy

Novak Djokovic made a triumphant return to tennis this week at Wimbledon. However the seven-time champion broke Wimbledon's golden rule in his opening round game.

Following Tampa and Vegas’ Lead? Oilers Might Use LTIR for Kane

The Edmonton Oilers face a small challenge as they work to get under the salary cap after their spending spree in free agency. With the recent additions of players like Jeff Skinner, Viktor Arvidsson, and Adam Henrique, the Oilers are now sitting $2.5 million over the $88 million salary cap.

Golden Knights sign goaltender with erratic track record

The Vegas Golden Knights have signed goaltender Akira Schmid, who has swung between fantastic to severely underwhelming over the past two seasons.

Red Wings sign two-time Stanley Cup champion

While he’s slipped from his days of routine 30-goal, 70-point seasons — he can still be relied upon for 20 goals and 50 points outside of a top-line role.

Alex Steeves should finally get his opportunity with the Maple Leafs in 2024-25

Lost in the series of more interesting moves over the past week is that the Toronto Maple Leafs qualified restricted free agent Alex Steeves. And now as

Man Utd receive improved offer for Mason Greenwood

United are holding out for a £40m transfer fee.

Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman Silences Critics with Tarasenko Signing

Social media has impacted our lives in more ways than we sometimes realize. Everything nowadays is quick and on demand. We want it now. One of the biggest drawbacks of all of this is that patience is harder to come by.

Ollie Bearman, 19, lands 'dream' F1 seat for next season as he becomes the fourth British driver on the grid... after standing in for Ferrari's Carlos Sainz in Saudi Arabia

JONATHAN McEVOY: The 19-year-old's position was announced ahead of this weekend's British Grand Prix at Silverstone - a fillip for the sport after his excellent debut as a stand-in for Ferrari in March.

Jeff Skinner: All About the New Oiler Forward’s Fascinating Childhood

Free-agent forward Jeff Skinner signed with the Edmonton Oilers on Monday (July 1) to a one-year contract worth $3 million. The 32-year-old joins Edmonton after playing the last six seasons for the Buffalo Sabres.

Canada's Denis Shapovalov advances to third round at Wimbledon

LONDON — Canada's Denis Shapovalov is off to the third round of Wimbledon following a hard-fought 7-6 (3), 6-3, 1-6, 6-7 (3), 6-4 win over Germany's Daniel Altmaier on Thursday.

A dinner and 'super' wine helped Switzerland become a contender at Euro 2024. England's up next.

DUESSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Switzerland is on the verge of making history at Euro 2024, but a few months ago it was a team under severe pressure.

Islanders Trading Pageau Is Increasingly Likely With Recent Moves

The New York Islanders had a surprisingly-eventful opening to free agency compared to previous dull offseasons. After a successful 2024 NHL Entry Draft, the team signed Anthony Duclair to a four-year, $14 million contract and Mike Reilly to a team-friendly one-year, $1.25 million contract.

Euro 2024: Ronaldo's Portugal and Mbappé's France clash in quarterfinals

HAMBURG, Germany (AP) — Portugal and France meet in the European Championship quarterfinals on Friday and the match features a head to head between two of soccer's biggest stars: Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappé. The winner will play either Spain or host nation Germany in the semifinals. Kickoff is at 9 p.m. local (1900 GMT) in Hamburg. Here’s what to know about the match:

Gasly set for British GP grid penalty

Alpine is handing Pierre Gasly an all-new Formula 1 power unit, exceeding his 2024 allowance.

Players hearing it from fans: What's up with Bombers?

For the last two seasons, Winnipeg has been the CFL’s hottest market, the Blue Bombers drawing more fans than every other team. If there’s a downside to that, it’s this: When they lose, players hear about it around town. When they lose four straight games to open a season for the first time in a dozen years, they hear about it a lot. “All the time,” running back Brady Oliveira, a Winnipegger, said on Wednesday. “Whether I’m at the grocery story...