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Sources: Kings hiring Laviolette as head coach
The Los Angeles Kings are hiring Peter Laviolette as their new head coach, sources told ESPN on Monday.
Sources: Oilers close in on deal to hire Babcock
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Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin has requested a trade by submitting a three-team list of desired destinations, a person familiar with discussions confirmed to The Associated Press on Monday.
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The NHL's "Stanley Pup" is a friendly competition featuring adoptable rescue dogs that's airing in the U.S. and Canada on Monday.
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The Falcons will not have a true quarterback competition between Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. until Penix is able to do all the things in practice that Tagovailoa can do, quarterbacks coach…
Giants' Carter leaves practice with ankle injury
Giants second-year edge rusher Abdul Carter left practice early Monday due to a minor ankle injury.
Broncos' Cooper pleads not guilty; trial date set
Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper pleaded not guilty Monday morning in a Douglas County (Colorado) courtroom to misdemeanor domestic violence charges.
Chiefs reunite with CB Sneed 2 years after trade
The Chiefs are signing cornerback L'Jarius Sneed, his agents, the Katz Brothers, told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Browns star LG Bitonio retires after 12 seasons
Longtime Browns left guard Joel Bitonio announced his retirement Tuesday after 12 seasons in the NFL.
Aiyuk appears to imply 49ers 'scared' to cut him
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New York opened up its mandatory minicamp, and Jordan Raanan shares insights from Monday's practice.
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Spurs stun Knicks in MSG to revive Finals hopes
Victor Wembanyama had 32 points, eight rebounds and six assists in his first NBA Finals win Monday night as the Spurs returned to their "brand of basketball" to cut the Knicks' series lead to 2-1.
Raptors GM Webster extended, promoted to VP
The Toronto Raptors have signed general manager Bobby Webster to a multiyear extension and promoted him to executive vice president, the team announced Monday.
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AJ Dybantsa is watching a young Spurs team built by high draft picks in the NBA Finals and sees a similar chance to have quick success as a pro.
New 76ers prez Gansey seeks path toward title
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Sources: Hawks, Snyder agree to multiyear deal
Atlanta Hawks head coach Quin Snyder has agreed to a multiyear contract extension
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Donald Trump arrived at MSG before Game 3 of the NBA Finals, becoming the first sitting U.S. president to attend a game in the basketball league's championship series.
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Knicks coach Mike Brown criticized the officiating in Game 3 of the NBA Finals after the Spurs shot 24 free throws in the second half to New York's eight.
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The NCAA Division I cabinet put off a vote on the age-based eligibility model it is considering and instead made minor adjustments to the proposal.
Sankey scoffs at notion of SEC-B1G super league
SEC commissioner Greg Sankey called the notion that the conference wants to form a super league with the Big Ten "not consistent with the truth."
Edge rusher Green adds to LSU's haul for 2027
Days after losing a blue-chip defensive end in the 2027 class, LSU coach Lane Kiffin added another Sunday with a pledge from four-star edge rusher K.J. Green, No. 45 in the SC Next 300.
4-star safety Gilbert picks Auburn over Georgia
Four-star safety Chance Gilbert, ranked No. 29 in the SC Next 300, committed to Auburn over Georgia on Monday.
Kentucky DL dies at 20; no foul play suspected
Kentucky defensive lineman Nic Smith has died at age 20, the school announced Monday.
'Sad day': Coaches, ADs stunned by Sorsby ruling
A judge's decision to rule Texas Tech's Brendan Sorsby eligible Monday drew the ire of college coaches and athletic directors, with reactions ranging from doomsday predictions to informal talk about…
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Texas Tech star quarterback Brendan Sorsby has been granted a temporary injunction against the NCAA and will be eligible to play for the Red Raiders in 2026.
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"Ridiculous, short-sighted and illogical." It's hard to comprehend a judge's ruling that will enable Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby to play college football this season.
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The Pac-12 has a new look with Mountain West heavyweights joining Oregon State and Washington State.
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Tigers ace Tarik Skubal pitched five scoreless innings in his first minor league rehabilitation appearance since undergoing elbow surgery last month.
Kepler, still serving PED ban, signs with D-backs
The Diamondbacks on Sunday signed OF Max Kepler, who is still serving an 80-game suspension for testing positive for a performance-enhancing drug.
Brewers, A's combine for 11 HRs, 34 hits in Vegas
The Brewers outlasted the Athletics 15-14 in 12 innings Monday in Las Vegas, the fourth game in major league history with at least 29 runs and 11 homers.
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Angels first baseman Trey Mancini, a cancer survivor and former Baltimore slugger, had three hits in his first major league game since 2023 on Monday night in a 5-4 loss to the Astros in 10 innings.
M's Crawford lands on IL with hand contusion
The Seattle Mariners placed shortstop J.P. Crawford on the 10-day injured list with a right hand contusion and recalled infielder Ryan Bliss from Triple-A Tacoma before Monday night's series opener…
Orioles place Bassitt on IL with back discomfort
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Jeff Passan identifies the big names who could move -- and the teams that could deal for them.
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Every MLB team's odds to win the 2026 World Series, led by the Dodgers. The Brewers are coming on strong.
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