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Victor Wembanyama lost his cool and was ejected. His coach still had his back
MINNEAPOLIS — Making his way around the bench, one high-five at a time, Victor Wembanyama couldn’t do anything but clap his way out the door. He knew he blew it. He was trapped, tried to swing his way out of it, and paid the fair price.When the slo-mo replay showed the San Antonio Spurs star looking right at Naz Reid before hurtling an elbow into the Minnesota Timberwolves big man’s throat, everyone in the building knew what was coming next. He was gone. That was a Flagrant-2, clear as day.
Flyers' surprising season should set the organization up for future success
The Philadelphia Flyers were dismantled by the Carolina Hurricanes in just about every way in a second-round sweep.At five-on-five, the Hurricanes were in control, outscoring the Flyers 8-3 and often maintaining possession for minutes at a time. On special teams, the Hurricanes scored three power-play goals to the Flyers’ one. The Flyers also surrendered a backbreaking short-handed goal in Game 3.Advertisement
Re-ranking college football's 2025 transfer portal classes
A few months ago, our Sam Khan Jr. ranked the 2026 transfer portal classes.With the NFL Draft behind us, it’s time to go back and re-rank how the 2025 classes panned out. Since The Athletic didn’t do its own team rankings in 2025, we’re using 247Sports as a reference.We factored in the overall impact of the transfer class on the field, along with the number of hits (immediate starters/NFL Draft picks) and misses (busts).Advertisement
Five questions Blackhawks need to consider heading into the 2026 NHL Draft
Chicago Blackhawks general manager Kyle Davidson will assemble his hockey operations department this week to discuss the 2026 NHL Draft.Davidson has had many talks with his draft people, especially director of amateur scouting Mike Doneghey, throughout the season, but they now know exactly where they’re slotted to draft after coming out of the lottery with the No. 4 pick.Advertisement
Diamondbacks' Ildemaro Vargas waited a long time for this, and he's loving all of it
PHOENIX — On a recent afternoon, as Ildemaro Vargas walked to the plate, Arizona Diamondbacks team president and CEO Derrick Hall and former star Luis Gonzalez watched from a suite above home plate at Chase Field.For most of his career, 34-year-old Vargas has been labeled in similar ways — journeyman, utility player — but this season, he has simply been one of the more fascinating stories in baseball. Six days earlier in Chicago, he went 4-for-4 against the Cubs, stretching his hitting streak to...
This Week in Mets: New York must add to its offense — now
“The impetus of existing plans is always stronger than the impulse to change.” — “The Guns of August,” Barbara TuchmanIt’s time. It’s beyond time, actually, with the New York Mets waking up May 11, still, with the worst record in baseball at 15-25.David Stearns needs to add something right now.It’s not easy to add something right now; there’s little that’s truly available, and you’ll overpay for what is. But patience has its price, too, and it’s getting awfully expensive for the Mets to run out...
At his fiercest, Kaprizov changes everything for the Wild: 'The most exciting version of Kirill'
ST. PAUL, Minn. — There was a lot to like about Saturday’s Game 3 win over the Colorado Avalanche, starting with Jesper Wallstedt’s response after giving up eight goals in Game 1.There was Quinn Hughes’ magic with his brothers Jack and Luke in the crowd, from his stickhandling to his playmaking to his clever, against-the-grain shot for the winning goal when he knew Scott Wedgewood didn’t have his stick. There was defense partner Brock Faber leading the Wild in ice time at nearly 30 minutes and u...
Mets 4-Time All-Star Sends Bo Bichette Message After Return To Blue Jays Role
BusinessSportsMoneyMets 4-Time All-Star Sends Bo Bichette Message After Return To Blue Jays RoleByPeter Chawaga,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Chawaga is a writer and editor covering Major League Baseball.Follow AuthorMay 11, 2026, 07:00am EDTNEW YORK, NY - APRIL 21: Bo Bichette #19 of the New York Mets takes batting practice prior to the game between the Minnesota Twins and the New York Mets at Citi Field on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 in New...
Rory McIlroy aims dig after ‘unfair advantage’ claims as PGA Championship looms
Rory McIlroy appeared to poke fun at suggestions he enjoyed an "unfair advantage" at this year's Masters after joking that he had practically moved into Aronimink Golf Club ahead of the PGA Championship.The Northern Irishman is preparing for the second major of the season, which gets under way on Thursday in Pennsylvania.McIlroy arrives full of confidence after successfully defending his Masters title in April to claim a sixth major championship and further cement his place among golf's all-time...
Chelsea handed major FA Cup final boost as new leader emerges
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'My heart almost stopped': David Raya's six best saves as Arsenal close in on Premier League title
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Liverpool unveil images of touching Diogo Jota memorial at Anfield
Liverpool have unveiled images of a new permanent Diogo Jota memorial at Anfield, with the 'Forever 20' sculpture honouring the late striker and his brother Andre Silva
Southampton face further scrutiny as Middlesbrough 'approached by other clubs over spy fears'
The play-off semi-final between Middlesbrough and Southampton has been overshadowed by allegations that a Saints member of staff was spying on during their opponents training session
Twins thoughts: Kendry Rojas must fine-tune arsenal for sustained success
CLEVELAND — Hard-throwing Kendry Rojas clearly has all the tools necessary to be a standout major-league pitcher. Now, he and the Minnesota Twins must piece it together.The young left-hander was downright nasty at times on Sunday afternoon, as he made his second big league appearance, and shaky at others.Advertisement
Liverpool reveal plans for permanent Diogo Jota memorial at Anfield
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What is it like for players in a title race?
What is it like for players in a title race?Image source, SNSImage caption, Lawrence Shankland has stepped up for Hearts in key momentsByThomas DuncanBBC Sport ScotlandPublished2 minutes agoFor fans as a title race comes to its conclusion, the overwhelming feeling is nervousness.As Hearts and Celtic go into the penultimate round of games separated by a single point at the top of the Scottish Premiership it is more tension than enjoyment for supporters who have to endure the run-in before footbal...
New Zealand police investigating alleged incident involving Cape Verde player during FIFA Series
Police in New Zealand are investigating an alleged incident involving a footballer from World Cup-bound national team Cape Verde during the FIFA Series in Auckland in March.“New Zealand Police can confirm an allegation is under investigation, reported to us on 10 April 2026 in central Auckland,” read a statement to The Athletic.Advertisement
Has VAR controversy decided EPL title? Plus: Barcelona seal La Liga title in Clasico
The Athletic FC ⚽ is The Athletic’s daily football (or soccer, if you prefer) newsletter. Sign up to receive it directly to your inbox.Hello! One hand was on David Raya. Another is on the Premier League trophy. Has VAR just decided the title?Coming up:📺 Arsenal’s VAR reprieve👑 Barca seal La Liga crown⌛ Rodriguez’s Minnesota time up🎩 Old Firm goal magicAdvertisement
Krunal Pandya shares pic of bruised stomach after heroic knock vs MI in Raipur
Krunal Pandya shares pic of bruised stomach after heroic knock vs MI in Raipur
Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer deliver 'angry' VAR verdict after disallowed goal in Arsenal vs West Ham
Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer have both had their say on West Ham's disallowed goal against Arsenal