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Mike Gillis' Canucks legacy, the Leafs' situation and the myth of inevitability

Once a story is told, the conclusion often feels as if it were inevitable.It’s an informal fallacy, that very human desire to impose meaning onto events that may, in fact, be unconnected.In sports, especially in a sport like hockey, where outcomes are extraordinarily variable, we see this regularly.Advertisement

England's Botterman and Campbell ruled out of Women's Six Nations

England's squad depth continues to be tested after front rows Hannah Botterman and May Campbell became the latest players to be ruled out of the Guinness Women's Six Nations.Botterman needs a second operation on the ankle injury suffered on Bristol duty in December and Campbell is to undergo surgery on a knee problem next week.

BREAKING: Liverpool confirm extent of Hugo Ekitike injury as devastating statement issued

BREAKING: Liverpool confirm extent of Hugo Ekitike injury as devastating statement issuedHugo Ekitike suffered an injury off the ball during Liverpool's 2-0 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday, and his worst fears have been realised following a scanCommentsSportNathan Ridley Senior Sports Reporter11:27, 16 Apr 2026Updated 11:44, 16 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesHugo Ekitike could be out for nine months(Image: ADAM VAUGHAN/EPA/Shutterstock)Liverpool have released a statement confirming that Hugo...

Lungi Ngidi on how long it took him to confidently bowl his slower ball: ‘When I get it right, it creates chances’

For South African pacer Lungi Ngidi, the slower ball is not merely a variation; it is a calculated gamble, which requires nerve and nuance

NBA Basketball League in Europe Draws Private Credit Lenders

Private capital heavyweights including Apollo Global Management, Ares Management Corp. and Sixth Street Partners are in early discussions to help fund the National Basketball Association’s expansion into Europe, people with knowledge of the matter said.

How to watch Blue Jays vs. Brewers: TV channel and streaming options for April 16

The Milwaukee Brewers will look to William Contreras, currently on a 10-game hitting streak, against the Toronto Blue Jays at 1:40 p.m. ET on Thursday, at American Family Field. Brandon Sproat (0-1, 10.45 ERA) will start for the Brewers, who are 9-8 this season and fourth in the NL Central. Patrick Corbin (0-0, 9.00 ERA) is starting for the Blue Jays, who are 7-10 and fourth in the AL East.Advertisement

World Championship 2026: Schedule, seeds & BBC TV schedule

World Championship 2026: Schedule, seeds & BBC TV scheduleTo play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser.This video can not be playedMedia caption, Zhao beats Williams in historic final - highlightsPublished16 minutes agoThe 2026 World Snooker Championship takes place at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield from 18 April to 4 May - and you can watch every shot of the tournament live on the BBC.Zhao Xintong, who became the first champion from China by beating Mark Williams in l...

Ekitike to miss rest of season and World Cup after rupturing Achilles

Liverpool have confirmed that striker Hugo Ekitike has sustained a "serious" Achilles injury and will miss the rest of the season and the World Cup with France.The forward had to be substituted during the first half of Tuesday's Champions League defeat to Paris Saint-Germain at Anfield after a slip on the turf and scans on the injury have confirmed a rupture of the Achilles tendon.

Was LIV good for golf? Plus, vintage Warriors

The Pulse Newsletter 📣 | This is The Athletic’s daily sports newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Pulse directly in your inbox. Good morning! Sign a supermax today. Inside:  🏀 Warriors turn back clock 🙃 LIV on the brink 💸 A’ja’s record deal The NBA Play-In games continue to be great, led last night by one of the best players we’ve ever seen. Quickly:  Words run out when describing Steph Curry, who poured a vintage glass of his own shooting and served it to the Clippers last nigh...

IPL 2026 MI vs PBKS Live Score, Playing 11 Today Match Updates: Lens on Rohit Sharma as Mumbai host unbeaten Kings

Apr 16, 2026 03:47 PM IST IPL 2026 MI vs PBKS Live Score, Playing 11: Contrasting fortunes In a game of contrasting fortunes, Mumbai Indians will take on Punjab Kings at the Wankhede Stadium. The five-time champions Mumbai are at almost as close to the bottom of the standings as Punjab are to the top. Mumbai are in ninth spot coming into the game having won just once in four games. Meanwhile, Punjab are the only unbeaten side in the IPL 2026 with three wins from four games with a game being wash...

Fulham latest: Silva's touchline ban suspended following appeal

Celebrate the magic of the World Cup: Win a £100 voucher from 3Retro!

Celebrate the magic of the World Cup: Win a £100 voucher from 3Retro!We have three £100 vouchers to giveaway just in time for the World CupPlayKaty Veasey11:11, 16 Apr 2026View ImageWin one of three £100 vouchers from 3 RetroThe eyes of the world are on the pitch as the 2026 World Cup takes centre stage. While the current stars battle for glory, we’re giving you the chance to celebrate the legends who came before them. We’ve teamed up with 3Retro.com to give away three £100 vouchers to spend on...

England's Botterman & Campbell out of Six Nations

England's Botterman & Campbell out of Six NationsImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Hannah Botterman started England's World Cup final win against Canada in SeptemberByPhil CartwrightBBC Sport journalistPublished5 minutes agoEngland's Hannah Botterman and May Campbell will play no part in the Women's Six Nations as they require surgery.Prop Botterman will have a second operation on an ankle injury sustained while in action for Bristol in December, while Saracens hoo...

O'Connor handed debut as Ireland make three changes

O'Connor handed debut as Ireland make three changesPublished6 minutes agoRobyn O'Connor will make her Ireland debut in Saturday's Women's Six Nations match against Italy in Galway. The 20-year-old Leinster player, who previously represented Ireland in the sevens code, replaces Vicky Elmes Kinlan on the left wing.Centre Nancy McGillivray and second row Ruth Campbell also come into the side with Eve Higgins and Dorothy Wall dropping to the bench for the game at Dexcom Stadium (...

Bears NFL Draft big board: Options for GM Ryan Poles on all 3 days

The pool of players in play for the Chicago Bears in the first round of next week’s draft is as big as it’s been in a long time.That’s what happens when you win the division and have the 25th pick. Usually — as in, seven of the past 11 drafts — the Bears have had a top-10 pick. It’s a little easier to narrow the options.Advertisement

Wales scrum-half Hardy signs new Ospreys deal

Wales scrum-half Hardy signs new Ospreys dealImage source, Huw Evans Picture AgencyImage caption, Kieran Hardy has scored 14 tries in 30 games for Ospreys since joining from ScarletsByGareth GriffithsBBC Sport WalesPublished1 hour ago3 CommentsWales scrum-half Kieran Hardy has signed a new Ospreys deal.Hardy, 30, had been linked with a move away from Mark Jones' squad but has agreed a fresh deal, although no length of contract has been revealed. "I'm happy to be continuing my care...

Wales recall Joyce as Lockwood to face France

Wales recall Joyce as Lockwood to face FranceTo play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser.This video can not be playedMedia caption, Wales head coach Sean Lynn praises Jasmine Joyce's professionalismByCeri Coleman-PhillipsBBC Sport WalesPublished3 minutes agoJasmine Joyce has been recalled by Wales to face top-of-the-table France in the Women's Six Nations at the Arm's Park on Saturday (15:35 BST).Joyce, Wales' most decorated player, was dropped for last w...

Are the Celtics peaking at the right time? Inside their final prep before the NBA Playoffs

BOSTON — The Boston Celtics moved with purpose even before starting practice Wednesday morning. Several players, including Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, could be seen lifting weights. On each hoop at the team’s practice facility, other players were going through early basketball workouts. Sam Hauser and Luka Garza operated with urgency while working on their shooting from inside and outside the arc.Advertisement

Liverpool 'move ahead of Man Utd' in transfer race for Premier League star

Liverpool 'move ahead of Man Utd' in transfer race for Premier League starBournemouth are set to lose manager Andoni Iraola this summer and the Spaniard could be followed out of the exit door by Marcos Senesi with the defender being eyed by Premier League rivalsCommentsSportDaniel Orme Sports Writer11:02, 16 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesLiverpool are in pole position to sign Marcos Senesi this summer(Image: Getty Images)Liverpool have moved ahead of Manchester United in the race for Bournemout...

Bruins’ James Hagens has locked down a Game 1 spot for the NHL playoffs

BOSTON — It’s about the feet. It’s about the hands, vision, agility and creativity working in concert at high speed.It’s not about the age, inexperience, a body under construction or the pressure of the moment.James Hagens belongs. And not just in Games 81 and 82 for the Boston Bruins. All of his strengths make him a guarantee to play in Game 1 of the playoffs against the Buffalo Sabres.