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Panama beats Bolivia 3-1 to reach knockout rounds and help eliminate the U.S. from Copa America

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Panama advanced to the Copa America quarterfinals for the first time, beating Bolivia 3-1 on Monday night to finish second in Group C.

SIMMONS: Maple Leafs signings — The good, the bad and the ugly

The signing of Chris Tanev is everything the Maple Leafs, and just about every team in hockey, needs. The signing of Jani Hakanpaa, who at one time would have helped the club, is one of those you might shake your head at. That’s what happens sometimes during the annual free-agent frenzy. You make one deal and it’s great. You make another and it leaves some reason for doubt. The betting here is that Tanev will help transform the Leafs the way he...

Maple Leafs reportedly sign Jani Hakanpaa to 2-year deal worth $1.5M AAV

The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed defenceman Jani Hakanpaa to a two-year contract worth $1.5 million annually, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman.

The Calgary Flames opted for depth moves on busy opening day of free agency

The Calgary Flames celebrated Canada Day – and Jarome Iginla’s birthday – in the customary way the hockey world does so: the opening of free agency. When the dust settled, the Flames signed seven players to new contracts and also threw in a major contract extension, too.

Edmonton Oilers sign Mattias Janmark to three-year deal; Troy Stecher reportedly staying with club

The Edmonton Oilers are keeping Mattias Janmark in town, signing him to a three-year contract worth $1.45 million per season. Janmark was recently part of Edmonton’s playoff push, registering eight points in 25 playoff games.

Canucks spend carefully but still make five additions to start free agency

The Canucks spent their salary-cap space carefully on Day 1 of free agency and signed five players, headlined by strong, speedy, two-way winger Jake DeBrusk, to measured contracts.

'I knew I wasn’t done': Gymnastics GOAT Simone Biles qualifies for Paris 2024

Making Sense of Oilers’ Decision to Bring Back Corey Perry for $1.4 Million

The Edmonton Oilers were exceptionally busy on the opening day of free agency on Monday (July 1), inking contracts with no less than 13 players, including those on two-way deals.

Euro 2024 Scandal: The refereeing decision that helped Spain to the quarter-finals

Boston Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum signs the largest deal in NBA history as he pens five-year, $314MILLION super-maximum contract extension

Jayson Tatum has inked the NBA's largest deal ever, worth a whopping $314 million. He is finalizing a five-year, super maximum contract extension through the 2029-30 season.

Oilers Sign Jeff Skinner to a 1-Year, $3 Million Contract

The Edmonton Oilers are poised to make a significant addition to their roster with the anticipated signing of forward Jeff Skinner. Reports from several trusted insiders suggest that Skinner will ink a one-year, $3 million contract with the Oilers after being bought out by the Buffalo Sabres.

Olivia Dunne delivers big update as she agonizes over whether to return to LSU for a fifth year - but say she'll NEVER try to make an Olympics

Dunne, 21, wrapped up her senior season with LSU gymnastics as part of the program's first NCAA national championship team in April.

USA eliminated from Copa America 2024: USMNT suffers devastating defeat to Uruguay after VAR offside controversy

USA were eliminated from the 2024 Copa America after a 1-0 loss to Uruguay on the final matchday of the group stage.

Adam Henrique Turns Down Better Money to Re-Sign with Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers have completed their forward group for now by re-signing Adam Henrique to a two-year contract worth $3 million per year. Despite receiving higher offers from other clubs, Henrique chose to return to Edmonton.

Cristiano Ronaldo shares nine-word message to fans after penalty drama in last-16 clash with Slovenia saw him reduced to tears - as he looks ahead to quarter-final showdown against France

Cristiano Ronaldo posted a short nine-word update on social media following Portugal's dramatic Euro 2024 last-16 victory over Slovenia that saw the 39-year-old cry atter a missed penalty.

Day 1 Winners and Losers of Free Agency: Predators, Bruins, Blackhawks, Kraken, Oilers

This year’s free agency started with a bang as multiple stars were taken off the board. The busy teams made big moves and many teams (like Nashville) welcomed elite players into their franchises.

Euro's youngest footballer, Lamine Yamal's record-breaking debut and father's surprising advice

At 16, Lamine Yamal became the youngest footballer in the history of the European Championships. During Euro 2024, the athlete is accompanied by his father, Mounir Nasraoui. He gave his son personal advice that caused quite a stir. Lamine Yamal is with other Spanish representatives in Germany. At 16 years and 11 months, he became the youngest debut...

Conroy strikes different tone as Flames' focus shifts towards adding, not subtracting

So many times during his first year as GM of the Calgary Flames, Craig Conroy has had to speak to the media about making a subtraction to his team. Maybe he’s acquired some young players or draft assets in return, but much of his first 12 months in charge were spent trading players on expiring contracts who had been left behind when Brad Treliving skipped town. On Monday, it felt different. Conroy got sharpshooter Yegor Sharangovich to commit to...

NHL free agency tracker 2024: Live updates on news, rumors, signings and trades

Sporting News will be tracking the latest news and updates from 2024 NHL free agency. Follow for all signings and trades from the start of the offseason's open market.

Conor McGregor issues Cristiano Ronaldo message after tearful Portugal star's Euro 2024 victory

Ronaldo missed an extra-time penalty before Portugal were finally able to see off Slovenia on penalties at Euro 2024.

Patrik Allvin explains reasonings behind Canucks’ 2024 free agency class

The Vancouver Canucks General Manager, Patrik Allvin, was busy working the phones on the opening day of free agency. And while he may have been hitting

Meet Austrian heptathlon superstar Ivona Dadic

The tragic downfall of Marion Jones: from the podium to the prison

Meet Hezly Rivera, the 16-year-old 'underdog' on the heavily favored US Olympic gymnastics team

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Hezly Rivera planned to spend a significant portion of this summer learning how to drive.

Panthers sign pair of players to shore up team's depth

The Panthers have dipped their toes into the unqualified RFA market, inking former Bruins center Jesper Boqvist to a one-year deal, per a team announcement.They’re also bringing back netminder Chris Driedger to the organization on a one-year deal

Blackhawks sign veteran defenseman to a two-year deal

Brodie, 34, is coming off a four-year deal with the Maple Leafs that largely saw him serve as one of the better defensive D-men in the league — until he wasn’t.

The major controversy behind Cristiano Ronaldo's tears against Slovenia

France wary as tearful Ronaldo says this is his last Euros

Cristiano Ronaldo confirmed this will be his last European Championship after Portugal reached a quarter-final with France following his own personal Slovenian saga. The only man to play in six Euros, and the tournament's record ever scorer with 14 goals, is still to net this time outside of a penalty shoot-out. A winner against the goal-shy French...

Cristiano Ronaldo opens up on Portugal penalty tears as he makes admission on his future

Ronaldo missed an extra-time spot-kick against Slovenia before his Portugal side finally won in a penalty shootout.

Red Wings sign Jack Campbell, Sheldon Dries

The Detroit Red Wings continued to be busy Monday afternoon, signing a pair of veterans who spent time in the AHL last season. The club announced they signed goaltender Jack Campbell to a one-year contract worth $775,000.

Orthodox Jewish runner finds strength in her faith while competing at an elite level

Beatie Deutsch, an Orthodox Jewish runner who qualified to represent Israel in the Tokyo Olympics but didn’t because the women’s marathon was scheduled during Saturday shabbat, finds strength in her faith while navigating the challenges of elite athletics.

Top remaining free agents: The best 2024 UFAs still on the board

Whew. Take a breath. That was something. Despite the fact that, wink wink, negotiations couldn’t take place until noon ET, 2024 NHL Free Agency moved along at an unbelievably fast and furious pace on Monday.

The history and psychology of the penalty shoot-out

An exciting moment for neutral onlookers yet dreaded by players, coaches, and committed fans, the penalty shoot-out has been an integral feature of knockout tournament soccer since the 1970s. It was then that the penalty shoot-out began to determine the victor of a soccer game, as before that a coin toss decided who won the match. But while it may seem like the outcome of penalties is down to luck, they are both a skill and a mental test. So, where and exactly when did it all begin? And what strategies do players employ before taking their crucial kick? This gallery answers these questions and more. Click on to discover.

Hedman Signs Same Deal to Stamkos After Exit: Coincidence?

The Tampa Bay Lightning have signed defenseman Victor Hedman to a four-year contract extension worth an average annual value (AAV) of $8 million. What makes this deal particularly intriguing is that it mirrors the contract that former Lightning captain Steven Stamkos signed with the Nashville Predators just one day prior.

Why the Leafs should target Alexey Toropchenko in the wake of Nick Robertson’s trade request

The Leafs have a dilemma on their hands with RFA forward Nick Robertson reportedly seeking a fresh start. While they have invested quite a bit of time in the player even with injuries derailing his development, it is clear there is a disconnect between him and the organization.

Pogacar attacks in the Tour de France's first big mountain stage and reclaims the yellow jersey

VALLOIRE, France (AP) — Uphill. Downhill. And everywhere else in between.

Oilers Signings In Free Agency Means Roster Move Is Coming

The Edmonton Oilers made significant strides on the first day of NHL free agency, but their impressive moves have created a potential salary cap dilemma that could force the team to make tough decisions, possibly leading to a trade to move someone off the active roster.

USA dumped out of Copa America! Woeful 1-0 defeat to Uruguay seals group-stage exit and ramps up calls for Gregg Berhalter to be FIRED

OLIVER SALT IN KANSAS CITY: What should have been the perfect springboard to catapult into a World Cup on home soil in two years' time full of belief, has instead ended in disaster for USA.

Canadiens Free Agency: Searching For The Next Sean Monahan

Kent Hughes made no bones about the lack of marquee free agents signings by the Montreal Canadiens. Like most teams, the Habs are interested in adding

Arsenal eye move for new goalkeeper with £21,000,000 release clause

The Gunners are likely to need competition for David Raya.

Maple Leafs GM adds giant defenceman Jani Hakanpaa as UFA shopping ends

The Maple Leafs added one more mountain to their growing Bay Street Range as their productive NHL free agent shopping day went into early Monday evening. After a few hours’ break following the signings of Chris Tanev, Oliver Ekman-Larsson and Anthony Stolarz, general manager Brad Treliving added 6-foot-7 defenceman Jani Hakanpaa. This one, for two years with an AAV of $1.5 million US, is a bit more of a gamble. Hakanpää has not seen game action...

Addressing the Maple Leafs’ complacency at the forward position

12 goals. That’s how many the Toronto Maple Leafs scored in their seven-game series against the Boston Bruins in the 2023-24 playoffs. That translates to 1.7 goals per game.

Capobianco, Lind, Hughes sign with Dallas Stars

On Monday, the Dallas Stars made plenty of big-time moves, but also signed a few lesser-known players toward the end of the day. Stars general manager

Novak Djokovic wins his first match at Wimbledon with a sleeve on his surgically repaired knee

LONDON (AP) — Novak Djokovic wore a gray sleeve on his surgically repaired right knee while winning his first-round match at Wimbledon on Tuesday without too much of a test.

'Why aren’t you over there with them!?': Pulisic furious as USA crash out of Copa America

5 Depth Forwards Maple Leafs Can Still Add in Free Agency

It was a busy day to kick off free agency for the NHL on July 1. More than $1.2 billion in contracts were handed out to players across the league with the most noteworthy signings involving the Nashville Predators and Tampa Bay Lightning — Steven Stamkos and Jake Guentzel, respectively.

'Stupid!': Kevin De Bruyne's disgraceful gesture after France-Belgium

Canadiens GM Hughes Discusses Slafkovsky, UFAs, & Demidov

Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes met with the media on Monday, to discuss Juraj Slafkovsky’s contract extension, free agency, Ivan Demidov, and a few other pressing topics.

Grading the deal: James Harden gets paid big bucks to return to the Los Angeles Clippers

Olympics veteran, 65, who has competed at EIGHT different Games, set to be denied place in team for Paris... bringing an end to incredible 32-year run

The three-time equestrian gold medallist, the team flag bearer for the 1996 Games opening ceremony, is the only Australian to have competed at eight Olympics .