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Columbia student released by ICE after Mamdani raises issue with Trump

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:40:48 GMT

NEW YORK CITY, New York: Federal immigration authorities released a Columbia University student a few hours after arresting her early on February 26, following an intervention by President Donald Trump.

In a social media post the same afternoon, Mayor Zohran Mamdani said Trump agreed to release the student immediately after he spoke to the president, expressing concern about the arrest, during an unrelated meeti

Ducks sign forward Ryan Poehling to 4-year deal

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 04:19:04 GMT

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Ryan Poehling is staying put in Anaheim after the forward signed a new four-year contract Ducks on Friday.

Poehling would have become an unrestricted free agent this summer. The Ducks did not disclose financial terms, but multiple media outlets reported that the contract is worth a total of $15 million.

Poehling, 27, signed his current two-year contract with P

Red Wings add veteran F David Perron from Senators for draft pick

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 03:40:28 GMT

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The Ottawa Senators traded veteran forward David Perron to the Detroit Red Wings on Thursday in exchange for a conditional fourth-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.

Perron, 37, registered 10 goals and 25 points in 49 games for the Senators this season. He is in the final year of a two-year, $8 million contract.

Perron has played for seven teams over his 19-y

Sabres continue hot streak, take down slipping Penguins

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 02:55:23 GMT

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Josh Norris and Owen Power each had a goal and an assist for the Buffalo Sabres, who won their fifth straight game, 5-1, against the host Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday.

Ryan McLeod, Alex Tuch and Mattias Samuelsson also scored for the Sabres. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 27 saves.

Bryan Rust scored, and Arturs Silovs made 21 saves for the Penguins, who have

Mammoth end Flyers' three-game winning streak with shutout

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 02:55:18 GMT

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Nick Schmaltz and Clayton Keller scored second-period goals and Vitek Vanecek made 16 saves as the Utah Mammoth posted a 3-0 road victory over the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday.

Dylan Guenther had two assists and Michael Carcone also scored for Utah, which has won five of its last seven games. Vanecek, making his first start since Jan. 27, recorded the 100th vict

Predators continue fire sale, trade F Michael Bunting to Stars

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 02:25:24 GMT

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The Dallas Stars added another veteran forward for their stretch run Thursday, acquiring forward Michael Bunting from the Nashville Predators for a third-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.

Bunting, 30, brings edge and production to a team that's already rolling. He has 31 points (13 goals, 18 assists) in 61 games this season and arrives in the final year of his contr

Golden Knights start homestand vs. Wild in key Western clash

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 02:25:18 GMT

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The Vegas Golden Knights play their first home game in over a month when they host the Minnesota Wild on Friday night in Las Vegas.

Vegas hasn't played at T-Mobile Arena since a 4-1 victory over the Los Angeles Kings on Feb. 5, the team's final game before the Olympic break. The Pacific Division leaders then returned to action with a five-game road trip that con

Ducks entertain Canadiens while on verge of Pacific Division lead

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:55:18 GMT

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The Anaheim Ducks have been one of the most pleasant surprises of the 2025-26 NHL season. The rebuilding California squad has spent most of the season in a playoff position and, at times, even held the top spot in the Pacific Division.

They could possibly regain that perch on Friday when they host the Montreal Canadiens.

The Ducks have been rolling since sn

Spring training roundup: Sandy Alcantara deals as Marlins beat Astros

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:19:12 GMT

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Former National League Cy Young winner Sandy Alcantara struck out four and retired all nine batters he faced on Thursday to help the Miami Marlins post a 2-0 win over the Houston Astros at Jupiter, Fla.

Alcantara threw 31 of his 43 pitches for strikes at the outset of a contest in which five Miami pitchers combined for a one-hit shutout and 13 strikeouts. Alcantara w

Steelers release TE Jonnu Smith

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 23:05:08 GMT

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Steelers tight end Jonnu Smith was released Thursday as Pittsburgh begins reshaping its roster around the scheme of new head coach Mike McCarthy.

Smith had 38 receptions for 222 yards and two touchdowns in 2025.

Smith, 30, was acquired by the Steelers from the Dolphins in the trade involving defensive backs Jalen Ramsey and Minkah Fitzpatrick.

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Astros SS Jeremy Pena fractures finger playing for Dominican Republic

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 22:19:04 GMT

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Houston Astros All-Star shortstop Jeremy Pena fractured the tip of his right ring finger during an exhibition game between his host Dominican Republic team and the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday.

Pena, 28, traveled from Santo Domingo to see a hand specialist on Thursday in West Palm Beach, Fla. The Astros announced the diagnosis and said he will be re-evaluated in two w

Wild acquire veteran D Jeff Petry from Panthers

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 21:19:10 GMT

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The Minnesota Wild acquired veteran defenseman Jeff Petry from the Florida Panthers on Thursday in exchange for a 2026 seventh-round draft pick.

The pick converts to a fifth-round selection should Minnesota win two playoff rounds with Petry playing in 50% or more of the Wild's postseason contests during those rounds.

Petry, 38, has recorded eight assists in

No. 18 St. John's seeks share of Big East title at Seton Hall

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:19:09 GMT

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No. 18 St. John's is on the verge of clinching at least a share of the Big East Conference regular-season title.

Seton Hall's improvement is so drastic from last season that it earned a bye in next week's Big East tournament and is seeking a signature win to enhance its bubble status for the NCAA tournament.

All that is on the agenda Friday night when the regi

Knights acquire F Nic Dowd, place F Mark Stone on IR

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:05:08 GMT

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The Vegas Golden Knights acquired center Nic Dowd from the Washington Capitals on Thursday in exchange for goaltender Jesper Vikman, a third-round pick in the 2027 NHL Draft and a second-round selection in 2029.

Vegas also placed captain Mark Stone (upper-body injury) on injured reserve Thursday after the forward exited Sunday's game at Pittsburgh following a check

Rangers, Andrew McCutchen agree to minor-league deal

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 17:19:06 GMT

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Outfielder Andrew McCutchen signed a minor-league deal with the Texas Rangers on Thursday.

McCutchen, 39, is a candidate to platoon at designated hitter with Joc Pederson, the Dallas Morning News reported.

If McCutchen is added to the 40-man roster, he would make a base salary of approximately $1.5 million, according to multiple reports. The deal is pendin

Could Kyler Murray crossroads lead back to MLB? A's open to talks

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:25:12 GMT

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Kyler Murray rolls toward a career crossroads next week, when the former No. 1 NFL draft pick is expected to be released by the Arizona Cardinals.

Several teams with a glaring need at the position reportedly are lining up to make Murray an offer, from the New York Jets to the Pittsburgh Steelers and Minnesota Vikings.

The 28-year-old certainly should have o

Trae Young eager to make impact in Wizards' debut vs. Jazz

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 13:05:14 GMT

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Trae Young plans to make his long-awaited debut for the Washington Wizards when they host the Utah Jazz on Thursday night.

Young made the announcement in a video posted to his Instagram account on Monday. He has not played for the Wizards since they acquired him in a trade with the Atlanta Hawks on Jan. 9.

The four-time NBA All-Star has been limited to just 10

NBA roundup: Thunder survive Knicks' late surge

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 07:40:38 GMT

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Chet Holmgren poured in 28 points and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 26 as the visiting Oklahoma City Thunder held off a late charge to beat the New York Knicks 103-100 on Wednesday.

The Thunder led by seven with just more than a minute remaining, but the Knicks had a chance to send the game to overtime in the closing seconds. OG Anunoby's 3-point shot at the

Standout rookie trio in focus when Pelicans visit Kings

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 07:05:14 GMT

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Three of the NBA's most productive rookies seek to improve their awards credentials Thursday night when the New Orleans Pelicans visit the Sacramento Kings.

In a matchup of two of the league's losingest teams, the Pelicans' Derik Queen and Jeremiah Fears, and Kings' Maxime Raynaud hope to continue recent form that has vaulted all three into contention for NBA All-Rooki

Lakers head to Denver with chance to leap past Nuggets

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 06:55:15 GMT

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The Los Angeles Lakers enter Thursday sixth in the Western Conference playoff race. They're looking to end the day in an even better spot. All that is standing in the way is a trip to Denver to face the Nuggets.

Los Angeles is a half-game behind Denver in the standings and just 1 1/2 games out of the third seed with five-plus weeks left in the regular season. T

Zelenskyy: Ukraine Ready To Help Counter Iranian Drones

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 06:30:00 GMT

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Zelenskyy: Ukraine Ready To Help Counter Iranian Drones

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the Iranian regime threatens regional and global stability, adding that Ukraine is ready to deploy experts to counter Iranian drones and missiles.

"The Iranian regime, which is striving to survive at any cost, poses clear threats to all states in the region and to global stabili

Ville Husso steller in net as Ducks score 5 unanswered goals to top Islanders

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 06:05:05 GMT

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Cutter Gauthier scored Anaheim's first two goals of a three-goal first-period flurry Wednesday night for the host Ducks, who cooled off the surging New York Islanders with a 5-1 win.

Beckett Sennecke scored late in the first while Ryan Poehling and Frank Vatrano added insurance goals in the third for the Ducks, who have won 13 of 16 (13-3-0) since a nine-game losing

Bruins hope to carry home success on road vs. Predators

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 04:40:38 GMT

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Less than 24 hours before the NHL trade deadline, the Boston Bruins take their playoff-chasing show on the road to close out the season series with the Nashville Predators on Thursday night.

Boston is on an 11-game home win streak, but treks to Nashville having won only two road games this calendar year and looking to break a five-game road skid (0-2-3). Tuesday'

Villanova rides second-half surge past DePaul

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 03:40:40 GMT

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Tyler Perkins scored 20 points, while Duke Brennan recorded 15 with 12 rebounds, as visiting Villanova used a strong second half to win 76-57 over DePaul on Wednesday night at Chicago.

Devin Askew scored all of his 14 points after halftime for the Wildcats (23-7, 14-5 Big East), who shot 8 of 29 (27.6%) in the first half but still led 26-24 at the break. They foun

76ers rally late to hand Jazz 7th straight loss

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 03:40:34 GMT

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Tyrese Maxey scored 25 points and Quentin Grimes made a pair of clutch free throws to lift the Philadelphia 76ers to a 106-102 victory over the visiting Utah Jazz on Wednesday.

Jabari Walker contributed 22 points and 10 rebounds for Philadelphia, which played without Joel Embiid (oblique), Kelly Oubre Jr. (illness), VJ Edgecombe (back) and Paul George (suspension). Max

Spring training roundup: United States routs Rockies in WBC prep

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 02:19:09 GMT

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The United States national team routed the Colorado Rockies 14-4 in its second double-digit win of the World Baseball Classic exhibitions on Wednesday in Scottsdale, Ariz.

Team USA has outscored its opponents 29-5 in its two exhibitions and opens the tournament on Friday against Brazil in Houston.

The U.S. went 14-for-38 at the plate against the Rockies, inclu

Road-warrior Spurs kick off homestand vs. East-leading Pistons

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 01:19:10 GMT

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The San Antonio Spurs have reeled off 12 wins in the past 13 contests despite playing just five of those games at home since Feb. 1.

That means they will be carrying plenty of momentum when they host the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons on Thursday in the opener of a six-game homestand.The teams played on Feb. 23 in Detroit, with the Spurs producing a 11

Anthony Edwards riding hot streak as Wolves face Raptors

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:55:14 GMT

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A great season keeps getting better for Anthony Edwards.

The Minnesota Timberwolves superstar will try to maintain his hot streak when his team tips off against the Toronto Raptors on Thursday night in Minneapolis. The Timberwolves, who have not lost since Feb. 22 against the Philadelphia 76ers, will go for their fifth consecutive win.

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Surging Sabres have a chance to move atop division vs. Penguins

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:40:30 GMT

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Throw any type of game at the Buffalo Sabres and they won't be fazed.

Whether high-scoring or tight, leading or behind, they're comfortable in their game, which has helped them become one of the best teams in the NHL over the past three months.

With the top spot in the Atlantic Division in their sights, the Sabres aim to make it five straight wins when th

Aaron Rodgers: No deadline, no contract offer from Steelers

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 22:25:15 GMT

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Aaron Rodgers sounds exceedingly open to a reunion with Mike McCarthy, but the Pittsburgh Steelers have not given him a contract offer or a deadline to decide his status for 2026.

An unrestricted free agent at age 42, Rodgers told 'The Pat McAfee Show' on Wednesday he isn't ready to make any grand declarations before he's able to talk to every NFL team on March

Elite field set to battle Bay Hill at Arnold Palmer Invitational

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 22:05:10 GMT

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Bay Hill Club and Lodge is a challenging course that tends to separate the wheat from the chaff and produce deserving winners.

Tiger Woods won eight times at the course, after all, and champions from the past 10 years include Scottie Scheffler, Bryson DeChambeau, Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy and Australia's Jason Day.

The Arnold Palmer Invitational will t

Leafs scratch veteran trio ahead of trade deadline

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:55:18 GMT

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The Toronto Maple Leafs said three veteran players -- forwards Scott Laughton and Bobby McMann and defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson -- will not dress in Wednesday night's road game against the New Jersey Devils for roster management reasons.

The precautionary moves come ahead of Friday's 3 p.m. ET trade deadline. The Maple Leafs play a back-to-back set against the D

Heat seeking 2nd win this week against spiraling Nets

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:40:38 GMT

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With 20 games left in the regular season, the Miami Heat are battling to finish top-six in the Eastern Conference and avoid the play-in round.

On Thursday night, Miami will seek its third straight win and its second in three nights against the visiting Brooklyn Nets. The Heat won 124-98 on Tuesday night.

'I like the pressure,' Heat coach Erik Spoelstra said abo

Flyers bring promising win streak into Mammoth matchup

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:40:28 GMT

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The Philadelphia Flyers appear to have righted the ship, but a stiff challenge awaits Thursday when the Utah Mammoth come to town.

The Flyers have won three games in a row following a 3-9-4 stretch. They defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-2 in a shootout on Monday as Noah Cates recorded a goal and an assist, while Christian Dvorak also scored in regulation.

Matvei

Report: Chargers to release G Mekhi Becton

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:19:12 GMT

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The Los Angeles Chargers intend to release guard Mekhi Becton in a cost-cutting move, ESPN reported on Wednesday.

The Chargers would clear $9.7 million in salary cap room by cutting Becton.

Signed to a two-year, $20 million contract last March, Becton battled both injuries and admitted frustration in his first season with Los Angeles. The Chargers also ne

Islanders aim for fast start in encounter vs. Ducks

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 14:19:06 GMT

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The New York Islanders understand they can't rely on mounting dramatic comeback wins all the time.

The Anaheim Ducks learned that the hard way on Tuesday night.

The Islanders will look to remain hot Wednesday night when they visit the Ducks in the final clash of the season between a pair of surprise playoff contenders.

The Islanders have been idle s

Knicks vie for long-awaited home win vs. Thunder

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:55:08 GMT

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The New York Knicks kept one long streak going Tuesday with their win at Toronto.

On Wednesday, the Knicks will be looking to end another long one when they host the Oklahoma City Thunder.

New York hasn't defeated the Thunder at Madison Square Garden since Dec. 16, 2017, when Michael Beasley and Courtney Lee were the Knicks' leading scorers.

For th

Fresh off lopsided loss, 76ers aim to tune out Jazz

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:55:08 GMT

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The Philadelphia 76ers suffered an ugly loss on Tuesday, but they won't have much time to dwell on the defeat.

The Sixers will be right back on the court Wednesday when they try to pick up the pieces against the visiting Utah Jazz, who are dealing with plenty of problems of their own.

Philadelphia trailed by as many as 49 points Tuesday in a 131-91 home loss

Devils keeping positive ahead of clash vs. struggling Leafs

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:40:30 GMT

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Two teams struggling to stay relevant in the playoff race will meet Wednesday night in Newark, N.J., when the Toronto Maple Leafs visit the New Jersey Devils.

The Maple Leafs are nine points behind the Boston Bruins for the final Eastern Conference wild-card slot. New Jersey sits two points behind Toronto, and both clubs have 21 games remaining.

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Red Wings chase complete effort in return home vs. Knights

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:25:10 GMT

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The Detroit Red Wings will play their first home game since the end of January when they host the Pacific Division-leading Vegas Golden Knights on Wednesday.

The Red Wings, who are in the third place in a very tight Atlantic Division race, last played at Little Caesars Arena on Jan. 31 when they dropped a 5-0 decision to the Colorado Avalanche.

Detroit has pl

Spurs put 8 in double figures, demolish short-handed 76ers

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:25:15 GMT

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Devin Vassell and Dylan Harper each scored 22 points as the San Antonio Spurs wrapped up a five-game road trip by throttling the Philadelphia 76ers 131-91 on Tuesday.

After absorbing a 25-point loss against the New York Knicks on Sunday, San Antonio shot 55.1% from the floor in this one to win for the 12th time in 13 games. Eight Spurs scored in double figures, in

Rescued Iranian Sailors Recover In Sri Lanka; 60 Still Missing

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 06:30:21 GMT

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Rescued Iranian Sailors Recover In Sri Lanka Hospital; 60 Still Missing

The 32 rescued Iranian sailors who survived a US submarine strike in the Indian Ocean were recovering at a hospital in Sri Lanka, authorities said on March 5.

Officials at the hospital in the port city of Galle said the survivors were being treated for minor injuries and could be released later in the day.<

US Senate Blocks Bid to Limit Trumps Iran War Powers

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 06:30:21 GMT

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US Senate Blocks Bid To Limit Trumps Iran War Powers

WASHINGTON The US Senate voted 5347 to block a bipartisan resolution seeking to curb President Donald Trumps authority to continue military action against Iran without congressional approval.

The measure would have required Congress to authorize further strikes, but Republicans largely opposed it, arguing the president has co

Trump Says Potential New Iranian Leaders End Up Dead'

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 06:30:21 GMT

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Trump Says Potential New Iranian Leaders End Up Dead

US President Donald Trump said Iranian officials who seek to assume top positions to replace Irans fallen leaders end up dead and he vowed that the United States and Israel will continue forward in the military campaign against the Middle East country.

"We're in a very strong position now, and their leadership is just rapidly

Spurs dominate shorthanded 76ers

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 04:19:11 GMT

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Devin Vassell and Dylan Harper each scored 22 points as the San Antonio Spurs wrapped up a five-game road trip by throttling the Philadelphia 76ers 131-91 on Tuesday.

After absorbing a 25-point loss against the New York Knicks on Sunday, San Antonio shot 55.7% from the floor in this one to win for the 12th time in 13 games. Eight Spurs scored in double figures, in

Gold medalist Jeremy Swayman shines in net as Bruins nip Penguins

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 02:55:23 GMT

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Marat Khusnutdinov and Casey Mittelstadt scored the tying and go-ahead goals within a 50-second span in the first period, leading the Boston Bruins to a 2-1 win over the visiting Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday night.

After Mittelstadt's deciding tally at 6:00 of the first, Jeremy Swayman helped the lead stand as he finished with a 34-save effort to post his first wi

Nemesis Villanova standing in way of DePaul's continued ascent

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:40:38 GMT

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DePaul might be playing its best basketball at the right time.

Meanwhile, Villanova must get back on track minus a key contributor.

The Blue Demons can record a third straight win by snapping their seven-game losing streak to the Wildcats on Wednesday night in Big East play at Chicago.

After totaling seven conference victories over the past three seasons

Spring training roundup: United States clobbers Giants in WBC tune-up

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:40:30 GMT

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Fifteen different players had hits as the United States national team obliterated the San Francisco Giants 15-1 in the first of two World Baseball Classic tune-up games Tuesday in Scottsdale, Ariz.

The American team, loaded with major league talent, racked up 19 hits. Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge and Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh each had a pair of hits and R

Cal's bubble hopes hang in the balance against skidding Georgia Tech

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 23:40:27 GMT

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After suffering a catastrophic loss in its search for an at-large NCAA Tournament bid, California will be desperate for a victory against lowly Georgia Tech in Atlantic Coast Conference play in Atlanta on Wednesday.

Squarely on the bubble, Cal (20-9, 8-8 ACC) saw its three-game winning streak snapped at home against Pittsburgh on Saturday, falling by 16 points in

Spring training roundup: Late HR lifts Blue Jays over Canada

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 22:40:28 GMT

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Riley Tirotta belted a go-ahead three-run homer in the eighth inning to propel the Toronto Blue Jays to a 10-7 victory over Canada's national team on Tuesday in a World Baseball Classic tune-up game in Dunedin, Fla.

Jesus Sanchez had two hits and drove in three runs, and Nathan Lukes added a two-run single as part of a five-run second inning for the Blue Jays

Kyler Murray thanks Arizona, embraces 'whatever's next'

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 21:40:25 GMT

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Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray thanked supporters in Arizona and apologized for not getting the Cardinals to the Super Bowl on Tuesday in an apparent farewell to the organization posted via social media.

Murray will reportedly be released on March 11, the first day of the NFL league year, if the Cardinals don't receive a suitable trade offer.

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Blue Jackets, following OT escape, eye smoother effort vs. Predators

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:05:09 GMT

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After nearly experiencing an epic collapse, the Columbus Blue Jackets will try for their second win in as many days when they host the Nashville Predators on Tuesday.

The Blue Jackets won seven in a row and 11 of 12 before losing 4-2 at Boston on Thursday and falling 4-3 in overtime against the visiting New York Islanders on Saturday.

Columbus led 4-0 through t

NHL roundup: Stars top Canucks for team-record 9th straight win

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 07:55:12 GMT

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Lian Bichsel scored twice, including the eventual game-winner, as the visiting Dallas Stars extended their win streak to a franchise-record nine games with a 6-1 win over the Vancouver Canucks on Monday night.

Colin Blackwell, Matt Duchene and Jason Robertson each added a goal and an assist for the Stars, whose best previous winning streak was eight games in the 2023-24

NBA roundup: Giannis Antetokounmpo returns but Bucks fall to Celtics

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 06:40:39 GMT

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Giannis Antetokounmpo returned to the court after missing 15 games with a strained right calf, but his Milwaukee Bucks fell 108-81 to the visiting Boston Celtics on Monday night.

Payton Pritchard had a team-high 25 points and nine assists for the Celtics, who received 18 points and 16 rebounds, both career highs, from rookie Hugo Gonzalez. Derrick White added 18

Dan Vladar, Flyers hold off Maple Leafs in shootout

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 03:55:09 GMT

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Trevor Zegras scored the decisive goal of a shootout as the visiting Philadelphia Flyers defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-2 on Monday.

Philadelphia finished 2-for-2 in the shootout, as Matvei Michkov also succeeded. Toronto went 1-for-3, getting a goal from William Nylander before Flyers goalie Dan Vladar turned aside efforts by Auston Matthews and Max Domi.

Celtics blitz Bucks, ruining Giannis Antetokounmpo's return

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 03:19:06 GMT

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Giannis Antetokounmpo returned to the court after missing 15 games with a strained right calf, but his Milwaukee Bucks fell 108-81 to the visiting Boston Celtics on Monday night.

Payton Pritchard had a team-high 25 points and nine assists for the Celtics, who received 18 points and 16 rebounds, both career highs, from rookie Hugo Gonzalez.

Derrick White add

Virginia Tech wary of getting caught in Boston College trap again

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 02:19:04 GMT

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Boston College has been a big problem for Virginia Tech. During coach Mike Young's seven-year tenure, the Hokies have had a better overall winning percentage each year, but somehow they've won only one of seven games against the Eagles.

Young will attempt to overcome his nemesis when Virginia Tech (18-11, 7-9 Atlantic Coast Conference) plays host to Boston College (

Spurs hope dose of adversity fuels them to win over 76ers

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 01:55:11 GMT

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After watching their 11-game winning streak come to an end over the weekend, the San Antonio Spurs will attempt to start a new streak Tuesday when they visit the Philadelphia 76ers.

San Antonio's hot stretch included three straight victories to open its current five-game road trip. However, the team hit a speed bump Sunday in a 114-89 pounding at the hands of the New

Barnstorming Sabres finally back home to take on Golden Knights

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:05:06 GMT

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After resuming the NHL season with an impressive sweep of a three-game road trip, the Buffalo Sabres return for their first home game in almost a month when they host the Pacific Division-leading Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday.

The Sabres, second in the Atlantic Division four points behind the Tampa Bay Lightning, last played at home on Feb. 5 when they dropped a

Spring training roundup: Framber Valdez makes impressive debut for Tigers

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 21:40:27 GMT

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Framber Valdez, this season's prized free agent pitching acquisition, made an impressive spring debut for the Detroit Tigers in a 5-2 loss to the visiting Atlanta Braves in Lakeland, Fla.

Valdez pitched three scoreless innings, fanning three and allowing just a pair of hits. He threw 30 of 43 pitches for strikes and struck out three in the secon

Vastly improved Penguins, Bruins clash in first of two this week

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:40:28 GMT

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As February has turned to March, a big week across the NHL is underway.

The trade deadline is now just days away, but the Boston Bruins look to keep controlling their own destiny in a heated playoff race. Thus, a Tuesday night win against the visiting Pittsburgh Penguins is next on the agenda.

Despite taking a 3-1 Saturday loss at the Philadelphia Flyers in th

Report: Cardinals to release QB Kyler Murray barring trade offers

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:25:18 GMT

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Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray could be released this month unless Arizona receives trade interest, NFL Network reported.

Murray, a two-time Pro Bowl selection and former No. 1 overall pick, missed 12 games last season with a foot injury and has played the full regular-season schedule just once in the past five years.

Bucks out to contain emerging center Neemias Queta, Celtics

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:19:13 GMT

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The Milwaukee Bucks will be dealing with two quality centers when they face the visiting Boston Celtics on Monday night.The center position was a question mark for the Celtics when the season began, but it's turned into one of the team's strengths.Starter Neemias Queta is coming off what may have been his best game since he entered the NBA. He scored a career-high 27 p

NBA roundup: Knicks halt Spurs' 11-game winning streak

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 06:40:31 GMT

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Mikal Bridges scored 25 points and Jalen Brunson added 24, helping the host New York Knicks halt the San Antonio Spurs' 11-game winning streak with a 114-89 victory on Sunday afternoon.

Bridges made 10 of 17 shots from the floor and 5 of 9 from 3-point range. He also contributed five rebounds and five steals. Karl-Anthony Towns collected 12 points and 14 rebounds

NHL roundup: Surging Ducks edge Flames in shootout win

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 05:55:08 GMT

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Mason McTavish scored the shootout-winning goal to give the host Anaheim Ducks an entertaining 3-2 victory over the Calgary Flames on Sunday to run their winning streak to five games.

Cutter Gauthier scored twice for the Ducks, who have won 12 of 14 games and moved within one point of the Vegas Golden Knights for the top spot in the Pacific Division. Anaheim also h

Neemias Queta's big effort lifts Celtics over 76ers

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 04:05:05 GMT

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Neemias Queta had a career-high 27 points along with 17 rebounds, and Jaylen Brown finished with 27 points, eight rebounds and eight assists, to lead the Boston Celtics to a 114-98 victory over the visiting Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday night.

Derrick White added 21 points, six rebounds and eight assists for Boston, which received 11 points and 12 rebounds from Ni

Tayvon Gray's late header lifts NYCFC past 10-man Philadelphia

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:19:14 GMT

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Tayvon Gray scored on a header in the ninth minute of second-half stoppage time to lift New York City FC to a wild 2-1 victory over the 10-man Philadelphia Union on Sunday in Chester, Pa.

Gray's second career MLS goal, and the first since the 2024 season, came eight minutes after Philadelphia defender Olwethu Makhanya was sent off after receiving his second bookin

Spring training roundup: Top prospect Konnor Griffin homers again for Pirates

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 22:55:11 GMT

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Konnor Griffin, the No. 1 overall prospect in baseball according to MLB Pipeline, homered once again Sunday to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 6-1 spring-training victory over the host St. Louis Cardinals in Jupiter, Fla.

Griffin, who turns 20 on April 24, is making a strong case to be the Pirates' Opening Day shortstop. His first-inning two-run homer was his third

Fading Maple Leafs target rally against Flyers

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 22:55:06 GMT

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With their playoff hopes fading, the Toronto Maple Leafs will be out to end a three-game losing streak Monday night against the visiting Philadelphia Flyers.

The Maple Leafs have dropped all three games since returning from the Olympic break and they have seldom looked worse than Saturday in their 5-2 home loss to the Ottawa Senators.

The Flyers, meanwhile, ha

Blue Jackets in pursuit of quick turnaround vs. Rangers

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 22:19:05 GMT

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For the first time since replacing Dean Evason with Rick Bowness behind the bench, the Columbus Blue Jackets are on a losing streak.

After surging into the playoff race under their new coach, the Blue Jackets attempt to avoid a third straight loss Monday night when they visit the New York Rangers.

The Blue Jackets were last in the Eastern Conference with 45 po

Christian Ramirez scores winner for new team, Austin tops D.C. 1-0

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 22:05:06 GMT

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Christian Ramirez's headed goal in the 82nd minute was all host Austin FC needed to produce a 1-0 win over D.C. United on Sunday afternoon.

Ramirez was in the right place at the right time at the far post to direct a deflected shot into the right side of the net after Besard Sabovic's shot from the left side of the box drew D.C. United goalkeeper Sean Johnson of

Arturs Silovs, Penguins blank Golden Knights

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 21:05:05 GMT

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Arturs Silovs made 22 saves for his second shutout of the season as the host Pittsburgh Penguins cruised to a 5-0 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights on Sunday afternoon.

It was the second career shutout in 47 career starts for Silovs. Bryan Rust, Ben Kindel and Justin Brazeau each had a goal and an assist, Erik Karlsson had two assists and Egor Chinakhov and

Report: Vikings to cut RB Aaron Jones, DT Javon Hargrave barring trade

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 16:55:08 GMT

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The Minnesota Vikings informed running back Aaron Jones and defensive tackle Javon Hargrave that they will be released at the start of the league year barring a trade, ESPN reported on Sunday.

The new league year begins on March 11 at 4 p.m. ET.

Releasing Jones and Hargraves will save the Vikings $7.75 million and $10.9 million, respectively.

Per Spotrac,

Cards extend manager Oliver Marmol through '28 season

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 15:40:32 GMT

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St. Louis Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol received a two-year contract extension through the 2028 season, the team announced Sunday.

Financial terms were not disclosed by the team, which holds an option for the 2029 season.

'As I've gotten to know Oli, I've seen someone who cares about this organization and knows what has made the Cardinals special over time --

Islanders in playoff position, Panthers have work to do as teams meet

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 14:40:35 GMT

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The two-time defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers do not have to be reminded that five of the eight teams currently occupying a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference did not make the postseason last year.

And the Panthers will get another glimpse at a team attempting to take their spot in the tournament Sunday night, when Florida opens a four-game road

Golden Knights wary of slow start vs. host Penguins

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 09:40:25 GMT

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Vegas coach Bruce Cassidy has just one simple request for his team heading into Sunday afternoon's game at Pittsburgh.

Start on time.

The three-week Olympic break did little to help the Golden Knights recharge and snap a season-long habit of poor starts. Vegas has been outscored 5-1 in the first two periods in its first two games of a five-game road trip coming

Pennsylvania National Guard trains future combat medics

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 06:39:59 GMT

FORT INDIANTOWN GAP, Pa. - The latest class of future combat medics is nearing completion of the 68W Healthcare Specialist Military Occupational Specialty Transition course at the 166th Regiment - Regional Training Institute here.

The 68W MOS-T course is a 59-day course conducted by the 166th RTI's Medical Battalion Training Site that prepares Soldiers transitioning from other MOSs to become combat medics.

For the love of books: Pennsylvania kids celebrate reading

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 03:52:57 GMT

March is National Reading Month, and this week is Read Across America Week, a nationwide celebration encouraging children to discover the joy of books and stories.

In Pennsylvania, schools and libraries across the state are holding special events designed to get kids excited

NHL on ESPN scores out of Olympic break

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:29:48 GMT

On The Clock: Ranking the top QBs in the '26 Draft

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:15:00 GMT

The 'On The Clock' crew of Matt Williamson, Mike Prisuta and Max Starks take a look at the top prospects in the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft, which will be held in Pittsburgh in April. Today, they delve into the quarterback position.

Note: The opinions expressed here are their own and not those of the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Matt's Take

Of course, you have heard this before and of course, it

Offense First in the Draft Again | S.S. Mailbag

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:34:00 GMT

In our latest mailbag, Bucs fans have questions that cover free agency, the draft, the Bucs' secondary, David Walker's status, contract restructuring and more

Scott Smith

I was forwarded a lot of good questions for this mailbag and I'm going to try to get to a few more than usual. Therefore I'm going to keep the intro brief this time around.

I did get a handful of questions about the NFL Scouting Comb

Browns finalize the 2026 coaching staff

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:05:54 GMT

Head coach Todd Monken builds staff of 29 coaches

Kelsey Russo

Head coach Todd Monken has finalized his coaching staff for the 2026 season, building out his staff and bringing in new coordinators to lead the offensive, defensive and special teams units.

As Monken cultivated the coaches that will surround him and work directly with the players, he focused on the importance of development and creating a

Who Will the Chiefs Pick in Round 1 | 2026 Mock Draft Roundup 2.0

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:04:21 GMT

Heres the latest look at who the experts think the Chiefs will draft on April 23

Matt McMullen

The 2026 NFL Draft is just a few months away, and as the league prepares to gather in Pittsburgh on April 23, the football-watching world is rife with mock drafts and projections as to how the first round will play out.

Here's a look at who some of the latest mock drafts from around the web have the Chiefs s

Seahawks-Gegner der Saison 2026 stehen fest

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 17:21:30 GMT

Auf diese Top-Mannschaften treffen die Seattle Seahawks nach dem Super Bowl in der kommenden Spielzeit.

Mit dem berzeugenden Super-Bowl-Sieg gegen die New England Patriots ist die Saison 2025/2026 abgeschlossen. Whrend die Feierlichkeiten in der Stadt weiterhin andauern, ist das Team bereits in der Planung zur kommenden Saison. Dort wartet erneut ein Kracher-Matchup mit Super-Bowl-Vergangenheit.

Was der Erf

RB Jeremiyah Love Played the Game Before He was in the Game

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 13:10:00 GMT

Notre Dame Was a Video Superstar First, Now Comes the Payoff

Jack Bell

Notre Dame's Jeremiyah Love is the consensus top running back available in April's NFL Draft. He's a unique mix of talent with a unique side hustle.

"Off the field I play games, video games, and watch anime, and that's about it," Love said during last week's NFL Combine in Indianapolis. "So that's my way to decompress and take my m

10 players who impressed at 2026 NFL Scouting Combine

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:00:06 GMT

Tim Twentyman

Over 300 players took part in the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis this past week. The medical checks are in, the measurements are recorded and the interviews are in the books. NFL talent evaluators now have another piece of the puzzle in their overall evaluation leading up to the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh next month.

The game film is still the ultimate evaluator of these prospects, but

Roster Recap: Plenty of changes this offseason

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Teresa Varley

The offseason is always about change, and this year that change has been extensive for the Steelers.

A lot has happened since the 2025 season ended, with changes to the coaching staff and roster.

This recap highlights the changes in all areas, with free agency still on tap starting on March 11.9

HEAD COACH

Mike McCarthy

OFFENSE

Offensive Coordinator: Brian Angelic

Late for Work: Pundit Says Ravens Should Explore Trade for A.J. Brown

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:30:45 GMT

Kevin Eck

Pundit Says Ravens Should Explore Trading for A.J. Brown

The Ravens have been mentioned as a potential landing spot for Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown if he is traded, but is Baltimore a realistic trade partner, given the steep draft capital a deal almost certainly would require?

The Eagles'reported asking pricefor Brown includes both a first- and second-roun

Vikings 2026 Free Agency Tracker

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:00:41 GMT

Rob Kleifield

EAGAN, Minn.The New League Year begins March 11, 2026, and officially opens the door for free agents to sign with other teams after 3 p.m. (CT). It's a key phase as the Vikings prepare for next season.

Over the next several months, this tracker page will act as a one-stop shop for transactions completed by the team. It will include updates and a brief analysis for each move ex