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CFP leadership says there’s no leading contender for Playoff format in 2026 Brad Marchand returns to hockey heaven with Panthers, sets gold standard for trade-deadline pickups NBA free agency 2025: Shooting guard class light on star power but not rotation help Will the Maple Leafs keep Mitch Marner, John Tavares? Trade William Nylander? Dodgers, Padres let sparks fly as Ohtani, Tatis on receiving end of hit-by-pitches 2025 NHL Draft comparables: Which NHL players do top prospects resemble? 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Ranking the 6 contenders Down to Business: Stadiums have long been built for men, but that’s starting to change One chaotic Blue Jays win: 4 centre fielders, 2 clutch homers and 1 display of lasting friendship New York Rangers sign Matt Rempe for two years 2026 Stanley Cup odds: Oilers ahead of Panthers in opening odds Fenerbahce demand investigation into Turkish FA’s ‘hostile statements’ in alleged leaked Whats Apps Ravens, cornerback Jaire Alexander agree to 1-year deal FC Cincinnati CEO hopeful of luring Thomas Muller to MLS: ‘We made him a good offer’ Phillies trade deadline: Answering 9 key questions, plus pondering Kyle Schwarber’s future Oilers fall short again in Stanley Cup Final, so where do they go from here? Myles Lewis-Skelly close to signing new long-term Arsenal contract Dominican Republic soccer is on a bold journey to raise hope and challenge baseball Richard Sherman charged with DUI stemming from 2024 arrest Mandel’s Mailbag: Is Baylor-Auburn a sneaky Week 1 splash? Will House settlement affect fans? Edmonton Oilers offseason: Who stays, who goes from the roster this summer? Spinning Rafael Devers’ new home for fantasy baseball, June Statcast standouts and more Jesús Luzardo struggles in return to Miami, but home — and health — provide some comfort Rose Lavelle return headlines USWNT roster for summer friendlies against Ireland, Canada Phil Foden: ‘I want to prove people wrong’ after ‘difficult’ Manchester City season Man City 2 Wydad 0: Contrasting debuts for Reijnders and Cherki as Foden signals a return to form 2025 Travelers Championship picks, odds: Sam Burns, Brian Harman among names to watch NASCAR near deal for Cup Series street course race in San Diego area: Sources Henry Ruggs III apologizes to family of woman he killed in drunken car crash Fantasy bullpen report featuring rising relievers Garrett Whitlock, Edwin Uceta and more No football on Boxing Day in the 2025-26 Premier League. Will that really be the case? 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This is how With fourth straight loss, Mets confront toughest challenge of season Pete Crow-Armstrong hints he’s out on HR Derby: ‘That’s not for me’ Canada smashes 6 past Honduras in spectacular start to Gold Cup campaign Pep Guardiola on choosing Man City captain for first time, asking Klopp about Lijnders, Grealish’s future Monterrey 1 Inter 1 – Sergio Ramos is everything you remember Arsenal’s Premier League fixtures: Full 2025-26 schedule and key dates Bournemouth’s Premier League fixtures: Full 2025-26 schedule and key dates Brentford’s Premier League fixtures: Full 2025-26 schedule and key dates Crystal Palace’s Premier League fixtures: Full 2025-26 schedule and key dates Chelsea’s Premier League fixtures: Full 2025-26 schedule and key dates Sunderland’s Premier League fixtures: Full 2025-26 schedule and key dates Aston Villa’s Premier League fixtures: Full 2025-26 schedule and key dates Burnley’s Premier League fixtures: Full 2025-26 schedule and key dates Fulham’s Premier League fixtures: Full 2025-26 schedule and key dates Wolves’ Premier League fixtures: Full 2025-26 schedule and key dates Manchester United’s Premier League fixtures: Full 2025-26 schedule and key dates Liverpool’s Premier League fixtures: Full 2025-26 schedule and key dates West Ham’s Premier League fixtures: Full 2025-26 schedule and key dates Newcastle United’s Premier League fixtures: Full 2025-26 schedule and key dates Tottenham’s Premier League fixtures: Full 2025-26 schedule and key dates Nottingham Forest’s Premier League fixtures: Full 2025-26 schedule and key dates Leeds United’s Premier League fixtures: Full 2025-26 schedule and key dates Brighton’s Premier League fixtures: Full 2025-26 schedule and key dates Everton’s Premier League fixtures: Full 2025-26 schedule and key dates Manchester City’s Premier League fixtures: Full 2025-26 schedule and key dates The 81 top transfer targets in the summer window for every position How to watch the 2025 Travelers Championship: Tee times, streaming info and updated odds John Mateer, Fernando Mendoza and other top transfers to watch in 2026 NFL Draft class What Lukas Nmecha will bring to Leeds: Strength, competition and, if he stays fit, useful goals Inside West Ham Q&A: Kudus’ future, latest on Aguerd, and how long will Potter get? Xabi Alonso’s awkward start at Real Madrid: New hope, little time, big pressure What to expect from Patriots RB Tre Veyon Henderson as a rookie Falcons offseason will include plenty of golf, including a QB working on a ‘horrible’ game Premier League fixtures 2025-26: Full schedule and dates No Ronaldo, no Neymar, but an ‘Italian genius’ on $26m a year – what to expect of Al Hilal Franco Mastantuono is 17 years old and cost Real Madrid €63m. Here’s what makes him special Raptors trade tiers: From RJ Barrett and cost cutting to adding an NBA star The Cubs now look like a real Craig Counsell team: ‘He deserves every penny’ For Pirates’ Don Kelly, a Detroit homecoming doubles as a matchup with a mentor ‘Looking at ourselves’: Twins fall to . 500 with fifth loss in a row A glimpse of Real Madrid’s $72m teen Mastantuono, Ramos rises again, PL fixtures announced The Panthers start a dynasty, and Caitlin Clark gets in a fight Farewell Alexander-Arnold, hello Trent: Why players switch to a single name The View From The Lane’s Spurs squad audit: The defence Jaden Ivey’s strengths and weaknesses: Detroit Pistons player evaluations Judge expresses concern over suit vs. NASCAR, asks what 23XI, Front Row want Blue Jackets mailbag, part 2: Merzlikins’ future, a possible AHL wave, offer sheets Answering questions about the Rafael Devers trade On Justin Ishbia’s timeline, Kyle Tucker’s future and Billy D staying in Chicago Bernardo Silva rules out Manchester City summer exit: ‘I’m going to stay’ Jaka Bijol to undergo Leeds medical, Gabriel Gudmundsson on radar Which Premier League team has the toughest start to the 2025-26 season? Eight Ohio State players you shouldn’t ignore in 2025, from role players to future stars Manchester United’s Old Trafford ticket price rises a ‘kick in the teeth’ – fans’ group Will Notre Dame recruiting finish strong or fade again? Fighting Irish mailbag Chargers focused on dart throws this offseason. Who will emerge in training camp? The most important developmental tasks for Lions’ defensive coaching staff Why the Blackhawks brought back Jared Nightingale to shape their future with AHL Ice Hogs Everton’s new recruitment team is coming together – transfers are next Milwaukee Bucks NBA Draft preview: What kind of player can they find with the No. 47 pick? Ronald Acuña Jr. , Marcell Ozuna come through in Braves’ much-needed walk-off win over Mets Debunking Red Sox conspiracy theories, Fanatics’ $200 million bet, new PGA CEO: Money Call Joan Garcia’s Barcelona transfer: The inside story and key questions answered Which Houston Astros players’ stock is up, down as summer approaches? 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Panthers newcomer Tre’von Moehrig brings array of talents to secondary Sam Reinhart scores 4 goals as Panthers beat Oilers for back-to-back Stanley Cups: Takeaways Barcelona sign goalkeeper Joan Garcia from Espanyol In Giants debut, Rafael Devers finds his groove and makes solid first impression Back-to-back Stanley Cup wins make the Panthers the latest dynasty of the cap era Newest Reds marvel at Elly De La Cruz on the field, in the clubhouse Orioles minor-league infielder dies in jet ski accident involving other players Mykhailo Mudryk charged by FA with breach of anti-doping rules, facing lengthy ban Blackhawks re-sign Ryan Donato to 4-year, $16 million contract extension From Conn Smythe to walking away? Sam Bennett, Panthers and a story we’ve seen before Sam Bennett wins Conn Smythe Trophy as playoff MVP Sparse crowd attends Club World Cup match delayed by storms between Sundowns, Ulsan HD Nottingham Forest get City Ground expansion boost with council approval 2025 NBA Draft Confidential: Coaches, executives, scouts on Dylan Harper, top guard prospects F1 mailbag: Fixing Ferrari and which driver has the edge in the 2025 title fight NHL free agency deep dive: Analyzing the top defensemen available Buss family to sell Lakers at $10 billion valuation to Dodgers owner Mark Walter: Sources As NBA plans for new pro league in Europe progress, Euro League re-enters the conversation Gregg Popovich is a coaching legend. He’s also a master of tough conversations What the NBA’s new TV deal means for viewership and national, local markets As Thunder near NBA title, spurned Sonics fans can’t forget what they lost 17 years ago The latest WNBA controversy makes it clear that officiating has to be better WNBA won’t issue suspensions for Fever-Sun skirmish, Mabrey’s foul upgraded to flagrant 2: Source Lionel Messi ‘fine’ and fit to play for Inter Miami against Porto in Club World Cup Why players are walking out individually at the Club World Cup: ‘A bit of a showbiz thing’ FIFA displays anti-racism messaging at Club World Cup for one day after backlash Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton a game-time decision for Game 6 of NBA Finals with calf injury Mathis Albert: The American 16-year-old bringing ‘swagger’ to the Club World Cup The Club World Cup’s brightest young players – including Doue, Bellingham and Bayern’s new Robben? Everton appoint Manchester United academy chief Nick Cox Browns QB Shedeur Sanders cited twice for speeding this month in Ohio Don’t count out Atlanta Dream, even after Commissioner’s Cup loss to Liberty How to watch Atlanta Dream games: Allisha Gray, Brittney Griner lead WNBA 2025 sleeper squad In a fire, their cherished Mike Trout autograph was lost. Then Trout got involved. Christian Moore arrives — early? — and gives Angels vision of a future infield core Why the Yankees are finally ready for the Ben Rice experiment at catcher Yankees ‘feel the pressure’ as scoreless streak hits 29 innings, nears franchise worst How Diego Luna won over Mauricio Pochettino and reset a USMNT standard On his first day with the Giants, Rafael Devers finds a whole new reality As AL East cheers Rafael Devers’ departure, NL West gets that much tougher Christopher Bell on being more outspoken and a past career crossroads: 12 Questions India rule the cricketing world, but is their dominance good for the sport? Welcome to cricket coverage from The Athletic Move over, Mbappe: Sail GP’s France franchise gets new investment from Ares Management Travis Kelce is ‘only interested in Super Bowl rings. ’ Next up? 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