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Canadiens' playoff run allows Lane Hutson's defensive strengths to get a larger audience
RALEIGH, N.C. — Montreal Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes arrived in North Carolina on Wednesday and was asked to reflect on what he’s liked the most about building a team that finds itself in the Eastern Conference final a little more than four years after he took the job.Hughes began by saying he initially didn’t want to leave his job as a player agent, didn’t want this job, but Canadiens president of hockey operations Jeff Gorton essentially guilted him into it, suggesting Hughes had spe...
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shook off Game 1 struggles and forged an MVP moment
OKLAHOMA CITY — The stepback, then the follow through, came with a sneer. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander earned the right to flash this look through repetition. He had the privilege of pulling from the same spot, 19 feet out, three times in as many minutes, hoisting middies that allowed him to carry Oklahoma City in the clutch.Advertisement
Will Nick Foligno return to the Wild? Mutual interest, and Marcus votes yes: 'One more year in Minny'
ST. PAUL, Minn. — Marcus Foligno figures he’ll have many conversations about his brother Nick’s future around the campfire at their neighboring Sudbury, Ontario, cabins in the coming weeks.They lived out their dream together of being teammates with the Minnesota Wild this season after Nick got acquired from the Chicago Blackhawks at the March trade deadline. They were able to chase the Stanley Cup together, albeit falling short in the second round against the Colorado Avalanche.Advertisement
Enhanced Games could tempt more young people into doping, Wada warns
Event ‘goes against everything Wada stands for’Inaugural competition is on Sunday in Las Vegas The World Anti-Doping Agency says it is concerned that Enhanced Games’ athletes will tempt more young people into using performance-enhancing drugs.The stark warning comes before the controversial $50m event in Las Vegas on Sunday, which allows competitors to take banned drugs – and offers huge prizes if they win races and break world records. Continue reading...
Thunder remember what Isaiah Hartenstein can do in time for big Game 2 performance
OKLAHOMA CITY — Something didn’t feel right.Oklahoma City Thunder coach Mark Daigneault had just watched 58 minutes of absurdly good basketball: four quarters plus two overtimes in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals. His team lost, but he was level-headed about it, confident that things could and would turn as it got more exposure to the San Antonio Spurs.Advertisement
The generation of Arsenal fans who had never seen them win a title - until now
Of the thousands of Arsenal fans took to the streets of north London and the millions worldwide who celebrated Mikel Arteta’s side becoming Premier League champions for the first time since 2004 on Tuesday, many would have been experiencing it for the first time.For those born at the turn of the Millennium or later, the past 22 years have had them feeling akin to Tony Soprano.Advertisement
Phillies’ Alec Bohm Praises New Skipper’s ‘Player’s Perspective’ After Rob Thomson Exit
BusinessSportsMoneyPhillies’ Alec Bohm Praises New Skipper’s ‘Player’s Perspective’ After Rob Thomson ExitByPeter Chawaga,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Chawaga is a writer and editor covering Major League Baseball.Follow AuthorMay 21, 2026, 07:00am EDTATLANTA, GEORGIA - APRIL 24: Manager Rob Thomson #49 of the Philadelphia Phillies looks on during the first inning against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park on April 24, 2026 in Atlanta, Geo...
Mexican sports journalist robbed at gunpoint during live report
A Mexican sports journalist was safe after being carjacked on live TV on Tuesday.Activo Deportes’ Fernando Vargas was doing a hit in his car for the show, "Bla, bla, bla Deportivo," while at a gas station in Morelos. A video posted to social media showed Vargas speaking to host Ed Martinez when an armed man came to Vargas’ window.ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW!The suspect was heard cocking a gun as he opened Vargas’ driver side door. Vargas appeared t...
Crystal Palace dealt blow ahead of Arsenal showdown as injury latest revealed
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Arsenal handed injury boost as star returns to training ahead of Champions League final
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Tennis stars planning protest during media day ahead of French Open
Tennis stars are reportedly planning to protest during media day ahead of the upcoming French Open.The demonstration would see competitors walk out of press conferences after precisely 15 minutes, declining any subsequent interview requests from journalists.Media Day is a crucial promotional opportunity ahead of any Grand Slam, as reporters gather material for preview coverage.The planned action reported by The Guardian stems from an intensifying row over prize money allocation, with leading ATP...
The Cleveland Cavaliers have a James Harden problem. Can they solve it?
NEW YORK — At their lowest point Tuesday night, the New York Knicks found the cure for their problems. He stood 6-5, weighed 220 pounds and wore a bushy black beard. And he played for the Cleveland Cavaliers.The Knicks set their eyes on James Harden and attacked him mercilessly. Down 22 points with 7:52 remaining in the fourth quarter, the Knicks spent the rest of regulation hanging their comeback hopes on Harden. They seized on the weakest spot in the Cavaliers’ defense and kept pressing.Advert...
The Hurricanes set a modern NHL record for playoff rest. Will it help or hurt?
Twenty-three years ago, Anaheim Mighty Ducks goaltender Jean-Sebastien Giguère strung together a legendary start to the 2002-03 playoffs, losing only twice in his first 14 games while posting a blistering .960 save percentage. And then, ahead of the franchise’s first-ever Stanley Cup Final appearance, came a 10-day break.Advertisement
Twins thoughts: Calm demeanor could lead to high-leverage spots for Andrew Morris
MINNEAPOLIS — Though Andrew Morris has handled a multitude of relief pitching roles for the Minnesota Twins this season, his manager has identified one constant through it all.“Lack of heartbeat, and I mean that in such a beautiful way,” manager Derek Shelton said.He’s only a rookie, but Morris is showing the type of maturity that comes with experience as he adapts to life in the bullpen. Morris’ even-keel nature, and a 96 mph fastball, is leading to increasingly more opportunities such as Wedne...
Tyrese Haliburton became one of the NBA's bad guys thanks in part to his love for WWE
Tyrese Haliburton knew exactly what he wanted to do.As the final seconds ticked off the clock in Game 1 of the 2025 Eastern Conference finals and his Indiana Pacers trailing by two points, Haliburton dribbled toward the rim before deciding on something even better. He backpedaled toward the 3-point line and launched a rainbow over New York Knicks big man Mitchell Robinson. As the red light around the backboard flashed and 0.0 appeared on the clock, the ball bounced high off the back plate and fe...
Who should be in England’s starting XI for the 2026 World Cup? Pick and share your own lineup
Thomas Tuchel will name his 26-man England squad for the 2026 World Cup on Friday. Some names are guaranteed and some have played their way into contention. Others have fallen away, due to injury or fading form. But who would you choose? If it was up to you, would you stack the squad with attacking talent? Plan ahead for potential defensive injuries? Adjust the formation? We’ve built a tool that allows you to pick your own starting XI from among hundreds of England-affiliated players. After you...
How to watch Pirates vs. Cardinals: TV channel and streaming options for May 21
The Pittsburgh Pirates visit the St. Louis Cardinals at 1:15 p.m. ET on Thursday, with both teams hoping to win the series. Braxton Ashcraft (2-2, 3.09 ERA) will start for the Pirates, who are 25-24 this season and fifth in the NL Central. Dustin May (3-4, 4.81 ERA) is the expected starter for the Cardinals, who are 28-20 and second in the NL Central.Advertisement
A title, an upset and revenge. Plus: Aaron Rodgers' impending retirement
The Pulse Newsletter 📣 | This is The Athletic’s daily sports newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Pulse directly in your inbox. Good morning! Enjoy the ride today. Coming up: 🏒 A title and an upset 😟 The lingering 24-team CFP worry 🫡 Rodgers’ last ride Three more big ones last night, if I can start this morning a little cavalier. Let’s start with the title-winning team and go from there: In the PWHL, the Montreal Victoire are Walter Cup champions after a 4-0 rout of the Ottawa Charg...
Chiefs betting odds: 5 things that stand out from early sportsbook lines
Sportsbooks were quick to post a variety of odds after the NFL’s schedule release last week.And while these numbers shouldn’t be taken as gospel, they can offer some fascinating insights as we look to handicap the 2026 season.With that in mind, here are five interesting betting numbers that caught my eye related to the Kansas City Chiefs.
‘Everyone wants to see the champions lose’: Elliot Minchella on Hull KR’s drive to stay on top
Minchella on life as a treble winner, his club’s rivalry with Wigan and why playing at Wembley brings it all backBy No Helmets RequiredHull Kingston Rovers are preparing for two big games against Wigan. After a slow start in Super League, the treble winners are climbing up the table and could go second if they beat Wigan at Craven Park on Thursday night. The teams meet again in the Challenge Cup final at Wembley next Saturday and Rovers seem to be peaking at the right time. They have been punch...