worldwide news: February 2017

Tuesday, 28 February 2017

Baylor suspends DB Travon Blanchard following domestic violence accusation

His suspension began Feb. 7 when the school was informed of the allegations.

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Coyotes' Alexander Burmistrov taken out on stretcher after brutal hit

Burmistrov was leveled by Bruins defenseman Colin Miller, who was ejected from the game.

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Oklahoma QB Baker Mayfield issues apology after drunken arrest

Baker Mayfield wrote an lengthy apology after he was charged with with a felony and two misdemeanors on Saturday.

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NHL trade rumors: Latest news, trades, and buzz ahead of Wednesday's deadline

Follow the latest rumors and news leading up to Wednesday's NHL trade deadline.

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Islanders fans remind sports world what trade deadlines are all about

You crazy hockey people, you.

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Hugh Freeze fires back at Mike Gundy over Sugar Bowl comments

Sooners coach Mike Gundy lamented Ole Miss' 2016 Sugar Bowl win in light of NCAA infractions against the Rebels.

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Tennessee hires John Currie away from Kansas State as new AD

Currie has held the top athletics job at K-State since 2009 but previously spent more than a decade in Knoxville.

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Sexual assault allegation at Michigan State leads to multiple investigations

AD Mark Hollis promised cooperation in the probes, and MSU vowed "prompt action" if any department employee violated policy.

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NHL trade deadline: Red Wings trade Brendan Smith to Rangers; reports

The Rangers added much-needed depth to their defense.

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Louisville football preview: Cardinals 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

Heisman Trophy winner Lamar Jackson returns to lead Louisville in 2017. Here are three things to look for this spring from the Cardinals.

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Monday, 27 February 2017

NHL trade deadline: Capitals win sweepstakes for coveted Kevin Shattenkirk

The Capitals are 41-13-7, best in the NHL, but that didn't stop them from acquiring the most sought-after player on the trade market.

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Wild become second NHL team in three days with confirmed mumps cases

Minnesota forwards Jason Pominville and Zach Paris have mumps, and other members of the organization are showing signs of the virus.

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NHL trade deadline: Brian Boyle to Toronto as Maple Leafs gear up for playoff run

The upstart Leafs were one of three Atlantic Division teams to bolster ranks Monday afternoon in the midst of a grind-it-out playoff race.

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NHL trade deadline: Maple Leafs acquire center Brian Boyle from Lightning

The Maple Leafs have acquired center Brian Boyle from the Lightning in exchange for forward Byron Froese and a 2017 conditional second round pick.

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NHL trade rumors: Leafs among teams interested in Red Wings goalless forward Riley Sheahan

The Red Wings are reportedly listening to trade offers for defenseman Brendan Smith and forward Riley Sheahan

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LSU football preview: Tigers 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

LSU enters Ed Orgeron's first full season with a new offensive coordinator, a Heisman candidate and questions at QB. A look at the Tigers heading into the spring.

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Duke QB Thomas Sirk to transfer for final season of eligibility

He missed the 2016 season with an Achilles tendon injury after throwing and running for 3,428 yards and 24 TDs in 2015.

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Flyers' Brandon Manning suspended two games for hit on Penguins' Jake Guentzel

The Flyers defenseman has been banned two games for interference on the Penguins rookie forward during Saturday's NHL Stadium Series game.

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Sunday, 26 February 2017

Junior college hockey player faces charges after attacking referee

Erie Community College defenseman Brandon Day was in police custody Sunday after an attack on a referee in the NJCAA championship game.

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NHL trade deadline: Wild meet Coyotes' steep price for Martin Hanzal

Minnesota sent as many as three high draft picks to Arizona Sunday along with an unmistakable message that it's all in for a Stanley Cup.

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NHL trade deadline: Ben Bishop dealt to unlikely suitor Kings

The Kings now boast two of the three 2015-16 Vezina Trophy finalists after Sunday's most unusual trade with the Lightning.

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Flyers' Brandon Manning could face discipline for hit on Penguins' Jake Guentzel

The Flyers defenseman is scheduled to meet with the NHL Department of Player Safety on Monday morning.

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Penguins mascot marches with real penguins before NHL Stadium Series game

The birds, named Crosby, Kessel, Kunitz, Letang, Malkin, Murray and Sully, talked strategy with the team's mascot before face-off.

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Saturday, 25 February 2017

NHL upholds 10-game suspension of Antoine Vermette

The Ducks forward had appealed his suspension for slashing linesman Shandor Alphonso on Feb. 14.

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Arizona signee to become first openly gay FBS scholarship player

My-King Johnson will be the first openly gay scholarship athlete at an FBS school.

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Heisman Trophy finalist Baker Mayfield arrested, charged with felony

Oklahoma quarterback Baker Mayfield was arrested Saturday morning in Arkansas and charged with charged with a felony and two misdemeanors.

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James Dolan, Wilpons among investors eyeing new arena for Islanders

A group of investors that includes James Dolan and the Wilpons is formulating a plan to build a new arena for the Islanders near Queens.

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Oklahoma quarterback Baker Mayfield arrested in Arkansas

Heisman Trophy finalist Baker Mayfield was arrested Arkansas for public intoxication, disorderly conduct and other charges.

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Friday, 24 February 2017

Texas congressman wants Rangers to investigate 'obstruction of justice' at Baylor

State Rep. Roland Gutierrez (D-San Antonio) filed a resolution Friday that calls for the Texas Rangers to investigate Baylor.

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South Carolina's Will Muschamp treats team to chicken and waffles like a boss

When faced with the option of workouts or chicken and waffles, always go with a world-class meal.

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NHL trade deadline: Patrick Eaves' career year will continue with Ducks

Mired near the bottom of the Western Conference standings, the Stars unloaded the veteran winger for a draft pick.

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Hurricanes’ Bryan Bickell continues battle with MS, headed to AHL

The veteran has missed 48 games since his diagnosis but sees playing with the Charlotte Checkers as a step toward returning to the NHL.

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Thursday, 23 February 2017

Georgia's Trent Thompson hospitalized for undisclosed reasons

The Bulldogs defensive tackle was released from the hospital Thursday morning, but the cause of his medical issue was not released.

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Iowa State suspends DB Mike Johnson after arrest on domestic assault charge

Johnson and his girlfriend got into an argument over social media posts and their choice of music, according to Iowa State police.

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Penguins acquire Ron Hainsey from Hurricanes after losing Trevor Daley

Daley injured his knee in Tuesday's win over the Hurricanes and promptly underwent surgery Thursday morning.

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Wednesday, 22 February 2017

Ole Miss imposes one-year postseason ban after receiving NCAA notice

The NCAA reopened an investigation last year after offensive lineman Laremy Tunsil admitted to taking money from coaches.

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Baylor OC Matt Lubick joins Washington for his fourth job in just 3 months

Lubick is taking his fourth job in three months as the co-offensive coordinator has joined Washington’s staff in the same capacity.

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Texas coach Tom Herman was fired from Subway for eating pastrami

In one of his first jobs, Herman says he got caught eating pastrami in the walk-in fridge at Subway and was promptly fired.

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Mike Gundy and Barry Melrose share mullet-styling tips on SportsCenter

Oklahoma State football coach Mike Gundy and ESPN analyst Barry Melrose are proud owners of legendary mullets.

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Clemson associate AD's death ruled a suicide, report says

Bert Henderson's body was found around noon Tuesday after an extensive search.

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Vanderbilt football assistant Osia Lewis has liver cancer

Outside linebackers coach Osia Lewis will move into a new off-the-field role as he is being treated for liver cancer.

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Tuesday, 21 February 2017

Alabama's Nick Saban talks leadership, football with 'Facebook guy' Mark Zuckerberg

Zuckerberg was keenly aware of the importance of football in the state of Alabama.

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Senators' Bobby Ryan to miss 4-6 weeks with broken finger

Ryan suffered the injury in the third period of Saturday's win over the Maple Leafs when he was hit on the hand by the puck.

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Lightning's Steven Stamkos resumes skating for first time since November

The Lightning captain still doesn't have a return date but is progressing toward his return from knee surgery.

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Urban Meyer racked up $120k using Ohio State private plane for vacation, report says

Urban Meyer used Ohio State's private planes for family vacations and let the university pick up the pricey tab, according to The Associated Press.

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Search continues for Clemson associate AD missing since Monday

Bert Henderson, 60, didn't show up for work Monday and a search for him started around his rural upstate South Carolina home.

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Monday, 20 February 2017

'The Road Through Warroad' uncovers original Hockeytown USA

The recently released documentary “The Road Through Warroad: Hockeytown USA” on NBC Sports showcases the small Minnesota town's rich hockey tradition.

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Get to know Brian Daboll: Five things about Alabama’s new offensive coordinator

Alabama hired New England Patriots assistant Brian Daboll as its new offensive coordinator Thursday, a move that is sure to be overanalyzed in Tuscaloosa, Ala., until the 2017 football season starts.

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Jets' Jacob Trouba suspended two games for head shot on Mark Stone

Trouba won't be eligible to return until March 3 with the Jets playing just two games in the next 10 days.

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Heisman race 2017: Cause for concern, optimism for early favorites

Plenty of talented players can make a serious run at the Heisman in 2017, but only one will end up hoisting the trophy.

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Sunday, 19 February 2017

Kevin Olsen, brother of Panthers' Greg Olsen, arrested on rape charges

Olsen, a quarterback at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, was arrested Sunday afternoon on allegations of sexual assault.

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Four NCAA Division II college football players arrested on heroin charges

Two of the players were current members of the University of Charleston team; the other two were dismissed in the fall for academic reasons.

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Jacob Trouba knocks Mark Stone from game with shoulder hit to head

The Senators' second-leading scorer began the season recovering from a concussion.

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USC gets commitment from 5-star OLB Palaie Gaoteote

The Trojans' recruiting class ranks sixth nationally and first in the Pac-12 with Gaoteote's commitment.

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Saturday, 18 February 2017

Top Washington LB giving up NFL career for rugby

Psalm Wooching led the Huskies in sacks last season.

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Friday, 17 February 2017

Alabama finds new offensive coordinator on Patriots coaching staff

Brian Daboll spent the previous four seasons as an assistant coach on Bill Belichick's staff.

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Former Alabama RB Trent Richardson charged with domestic violence

Richardson, 26, and an adult female were involved in the domestic altercation at a Hoover, Ala., hotel that led to police being called.

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Louisiana HS coach who banned Alabama for 'not being ethical' relieved of duties

David Feaster's ’Bama ban had been in place more than a year, but his comments this week made Parkway HS officials unhappy.

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Washington football preview: Huskies 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

The Washington Huskies won the Pac-12 and reached the College Football Playoff in 2016. Here are three questions for the spring.

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Thursday, 16 February 2017

Watch: Brandon Manning, Oilers' public enemy No. 1, manhandled by Patrick Maroon

The Flyers defenseman was playing in Edmonton for the first time since taking the fall for derailing Connor McDavid's rookie season.

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Jim Harbaugh blasts 'Pete' Finebaum over cheating comments

The two most provocative people in college football are trading verbal blows.

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Penguins' Sidney Crosby joins NHL's 1,000-point club

The Penguins captain required the fewest games among active players to reach 1,000 career points.

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Michigan board approves $21M weight room for football program

The new project will only help coach Jim Harbaugh on the recruiting trail.

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Baylor's Heath Nielsen resigns a day after being cleared of assault charges

Nielsen had been accused of assaulting a reporter following a football game on Nov. 5.

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NHL suspends Antoine Vermette 10 games for slashing official

The Ducks veteran was ejected from Tuesday's 1-0 win over the Wild when he slashed linesman Shandor Alphonso.

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Liberty football decides, for some reason, to move up to FBS

The Flames are competitive at the FCS level, but far from the dominant program schools like Marshall and Appalachian State were.

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Blake Barnett upset Nick Saban gave him a 'negative reputation' at Alabama

Now at Arizona State, Blake Barnett feels comfortable bad-mouthing his former coach, who he doesn't address by name.

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Oklahoma football preview: Sooners 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

Oklahoma brings back Baker Mayfield and is looking for a third consecutive Big 12 championship. Here are three questions for the Sooners heading into the spring.

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Michigan St. football players under investigation remain on scholarship, in school

MSU suspended the students from football activities, and they were removed from university housing, after an alleged sexual assault.

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Army-Navy game headed to Fenway Park or Yankee Stadium?

The Red Sox and Yankees have expressed interest in hosting the annual showdown of service academies, Navy's AD says.

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Wednesday, 15 February 2017

Red Wings' Gustav Nyquist given six-game suspension for high stick

The NHL's Department of Player Safety announced its decision Wednesday, citing the "dangerous" and "retaliatory" nature of the offense.

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Tennessee burns Lane Kiffin after Daniel Tosh jokes about how they look alike

This time, it's Tennessee trolling Lane Kiffin after comedian Daniel Tosh tweeted how they look alike.

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LSU star Arden Key taking break from football for 'personal reasons'

Key ranked fourth in the nation in sacks per game as a sophomore in 2016.

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Louisiana HS coach says Alabama isn't welcome on campus after 'not being ethical'

A Louisiana high school football coach said Wednesday he isn't helping Alabama recruit his players any longer.

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Georgia football preview: Bulldogs 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

The Bulldogs are No. 10 in Sporting News' Way-Too-Early Top 25 as a result, and here's a preview of Georgia's 2017 schedule, roster and biggest questions entering the season.

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'Row the Boat' trademark now belongs to P.J. Fleck, report says

Western Michigan has agreed to transfer the rights to the mantra to Fleck's agent.

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Florida State football preview: Seminoles 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

Florida State enters the 2017 season with the same lofty expectations in the ACC under eighth-year coach Jimbo Fisher.

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Tuesday, 14 February 2017

Watch: Ducks' Antoine Vermette ejected after hitting official with stick

The veteran Ducks forward faces a likely suspension for slashing linesman Shandor Alphonso during Tuesday's 1-0 win over the Wild.

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College football targeting ejections could be reduced under proposed NCAA rule change

The NCAA is considering a rule change that could reduce the number of targeting ejections in college football games.

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Slumping Canadiens hire Claude Julien, dump Michel Therrien in stunning coach swap

The first-place Canadiens have turned to Claude Julien, recently fired by the rival Bruins, in an attempt to avert another collapse.

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Ohio State football preview: Buckeyes 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

Urban Meyer enters his sixth year at Ohio State after compiling a 61-6 record the past five seasons, and the coach has the Buckeyes in familiar territory heading into 2017.

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Monday, 13 February 2017

Capitals’ Andre Burakovsky jumps into fan's car, thought it was Uber

A Capitals fan didn't believe the man who confused him with an Uber was actually Andre Burakovsky.

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QB Brandon Harris leaving LSU to finish college career

Harris was the Tigers' starting quarterback in 2015 but lost his job to Danny Etling last fall.

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NHL teams make fun of NBA Twitter guidelines, hilarity ensues

The Stars and Predators made fun of the NBA's Twitter rules, and then the Sacramento Kings and Cleveland Indians got involved.

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Jerry Sandusky's son arrested, charged with sexually assaulting child

The son of the former Penn State assistant was arrested and charged with a similar crime as his father.

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Jim Harbaugh pulls off another bold recruiting move with latest Michigan hire

Michigan hired Michael Johnson, whose son is the top dual-threat quarterback in the class of 2019.

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Michigan proposes monstrous $21M football weight room

Coach Jim Harbaugh has wanted a new weight room for his players, and the proposed project is lavish and gigantic (32,000-square-foot!).

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Penn State football preview: Nittany Lions 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

Penn State is back in the national spotlight for the right reasons, and it will be intriguing to see how they handle that attention in 2017.

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Sharks' Brent Burns is a throwback offensive defenseman

Brent Burns is putting together a goal-scoring campaign the NHL hasn't seen in more than two decades. Here's a breakdown of Burns' season and career from a statistical perspective.

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Kansas State coach Bill Snyder has throat cancer, he confirms

His prognosis is excellent, the K-State release says, and he expects to be on the field for the start of spring practice March 29.

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Sunday, 12 February 2017

Red Wings' Gustav Nyquist to have in-person hearing for high stick

The Red Wings forward is facing a possible suspension of six games or more for high-sticking Wild defenseman Jared Spurgeon on Sunday.

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Watch: NHL ref Wes McCauley gets extra pumped about fighting call

No NHL official appreciates the art of building drama in a rivalry game quite like Wes McCauley.

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Red Wings player loses temper, retaliates with brutal high stick

This was absolutely brutal.

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Rangers' Henrik Lundqvist earns historic 400th win

The Rangers veteran became the 12th goalie and first European born goaltender in NHL history to reach the milestone.

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Friday, 10 February 2017

Sports world reacts to passing of Red Wings, Tigers owner Mike Ilitch

Mike Ilitch died Friday at the age of 87. The longtime owner of the Red Wings and Tigers was remembered as a Detroit sports icon.

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Kansas State coach Bill Snyder receiving treatment for health issue, reports say

The 77-year-old Hall of Fame coach has responded well to treatment and hopes to coach the Wildcats during spring practices.

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New Orleans coaches support Ed Orgeron, assure him of no LSU boycott

The high school coaches of the area seem to have issued support for Orgeron and LSU.

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Mike MacIntyre: Colorado 'followed protocol' in dismissing Joe Tumpkin

Colorado football coach Mike MacIntyre issued a statement Friday explaining the dismissal of former defensive assistant coach Joe Tumpkin.

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USC football preview: Trojans 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

The question for 2017 is whether the Trojans can handle the high expectations after a 10-3 season that culminated with a thrilling 52-49 victory against Penn State in the 2017 Rose Bowl Game.

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La. Tech RB Jaqwis Dancy declared cancer-free

The sophomore was diagnosed with Stage 3 Hodgkin lymphoma in October.

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Michigan football preview: Wolverines 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

What kind of success will that lead to in 2017? The Wolverines are ranked No. 8 in Sporting News' Way Too Early Top 25, and here's a preview of Michigan's schedule, roster and biggest questions entering the season.

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Former Baylor president Ken Starr being considered for job in Trump administration

Starr was one of fired coach Art Briles' staunchest defenders in the sexual assault scandal that engulfed the Baylor football program.

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Thursday, 9 February 2017

Sharks' Joe Thornton finally scores on a goalie for first time this season

The Sharks' wily veteran was suffering through a statistical anomaly with just three goals this season — all empty-netters — before Thursday

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Woman Joe Mixon punched says he made sexual advances towards her

The woman Joe Mixon punched in July 2014 says he became angry when she rebuffed his sexual advances

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Gene Chizik resigns as UNC defensive coordinator

The longtime coach cited a desire to spend more time with his family.

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Miami gets commitment from 5-star RB Lorenzo Lingard

Hurricanes coach Mark Richt is already winning recruiting battles for the 2018 class.

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Michigan State suspends three football players accused of sexual assault

MSU officials are investigating a complaint made in January against the players, who were not identified by the school.

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Bruins vs. Sharks to be played as planned despite snowstorm

The Bruins had asked the NHL to postpone the game with a winter storm bearing down on the city.

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Michigan State’s Demetrius Cooper spit in officer’s face, police say

Cooper was charged with misdemeanor assault and battery after a late October incident.

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Claude Julien thanks Bruins, fans for '10 unforgettable years'

Julien leaves as the Bruins' all-time leader in coaching wins with 419 over 10 seasons that included a Stanley Cup victory in 2011.

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Alabama football preview: Crimson Tide 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

Will the Crimson Tide get back to the College Football Playoff for the fourth consecutive season? Here is a spring primer for the 2017 season.

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Clemson football preview: Tigers 2017 schedule, roster and three things to watch

The Tigers are ranked No. 3 in Sporting News' Way-Too-Early Top 25. Here's a preview of Clemson's 2017 schedule, roster and biggest questions entering the season.

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Wednesday, 8 February 2017

Former UMass commit arrested on second-degree murder charges

Antione Webster, a former three-star safety, was wanted in connection with the Jan. 18 death of a murder.

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Chip Kelly has no interest in Alabama OC job, per report

Alabama will have to keep looking for its new offensive coordinator.

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Hockey players gracefully dance to 'Beauty and the Beast' theme song

The Toledo Walleyes are really getting into 'Beauty and the Beast' night.

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Hugh Freeze zings assistant who jumped to Georgia after month at Ole Miss

The Rebels announced Tray Scott's hiring on New Year's Day. Five weeks later, he's headed to Athens.

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Martin Havlat retires after 14 NHL seasons

The veteran winger finished his career with 242 goals and 352 assists in 790 NHL games.

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Meeting Alex Ovechkin dream come true for UAE women's prodigy

Fatima Al Ali traveled to Washington to enjoy a fan's dream.

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Big 12 to withhold quarter of revenue due Baylor in response to scandal

The withholding, effective immediately, could cost Baylor athletics a projected $7.5 million for the 2016-17 fiscal year.

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Popular broadcaster, former Big Ten star devastated by brain trauma

Mike Adamle, former NBC announcer and Northwestern running back, says he's suffering from dementia.

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Tuesday, 7 February 2017

New Orleans high school coaches consider LSU recruiting boycott, report says

Some coaches in the metro New Orleans area will meet Thursday to talk about boycotting LSU recruiting.

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Army football fines, suspends defensive coordinator over Wake Forest scandal

Army joins Louisville and Virginia Tech as the third school to be confirmed as involved in the spying scandal, dubbed "WakeyLeaks."

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Would Chip Kelly fit at Alabama? That's the question for Nick Saban

If the Crimson Tide is willing to pursue this move given the predicament they are in, then Saban has to decide whether Kelly could fit in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

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Claude Julien fired as Bruins all-time wins leader

The Bruins relieve Julien on coaching duties in his 10th season.

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Texas WR decides to focus on future, not football

Jake Oliver abruptly quit the Texas football program Monday, announcing he's going to focus on his next job.

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Monday, 6 February 2017

Baylor football strength coach arrested on prostitution charge

Baylor's new era isn't off to a good start.

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Ranking the colleges by Super Bowl winners

Which schools have produced the most Super Bowl winners? We've got the answer.

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Oregon assistant coach resigns amid DUI accusation

Dan Reaves, who was in the process of being terminated from Oregon, sped up the process by resigning Friday.

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Nick Saban, Bill Belichick and the seemingly unstoppable dynasties in Alabama, New England

There was no way Alabama's Nick Saban and New England's Bill Belichick were both going to lose a championship in the same season, right?

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Blues lose F Robby Fabbri for season with torn ACL

The Blues, who fired coach Ken Hitchcock last week, are two points outside the second wild-card spot in the Western Conference.

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Saturday, 4 February 2017

Lane Kiffin already enjoying Boca night life as FAU coach

Kiffin seems to be enjoying the perks of his new position at Florida Atlantic.

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NHL implements new goalie pants policy, violators could pay hefty price

New restrictions have offically pants'd NHL goalies. Beginning today, all league goalies must wear new style, tight-fitting pants that aim at increasing scoring without changing the game too much. Beginning today, all league goalies must wear new style, tight-fitting pants that aim at increasing scoring without changing the game too much.

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Friday, 3 February 2017

Penn State gets head start on 2018 class with early 5-star commitments

National Signing Day 2017 is over and done — Penn State already has eyes on its next class.

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Connecticut governor want Islanders to relocate to Hartford

Connecticut Gov. Dannel Malloy makes his pitch to Islanders ownership.

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Auburn regents approve $28M addition to Jordan-Hare Stadium

The new home locker room — last renovated in 2009 after tripling in size in 2000 — will be almost double its current size.

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Johnny Manziel is still money in Aggies Country

The Texas A&M legend traveled to the Houston area for a Super Bowl week autograph session. He encountered a friendly (and generous) audience.

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Thursday, 2 February 2017

Sharks' Patrick Marleau rides hot streak to career goal No. 500

The 37-year-old became the 45th player in NHL history to score 500 goals Thursday, extending his point streak to five games.

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Art Briles, Baylor assistants worked to hide players' wrongdoings, court filing shows

Legal documents filed in a Dallas County court show Briles and Baylor assistant coaches failed to deal with sexual assault complaints.

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SEC blows past other Power 5 conferences in 2016 revenue

The SEC made $639 million in 2016, which means some schools received more than $40 million from the conference during that time.

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Elite RB Cordarrian Richardson's bizarre recruitment ends in surprise signing

The high school standout from Memphis committed to Maryland on Wednesday, but signed with another school Thursday.

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Clemson's recruiting class flexes program's national championship reach

Clemson's 2017 recruiting class will end up bigger than you think.

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National Signing Day 2017: Nick Saban has another No. 1 Alabama recruiting class

The Crimson Tide have their seventh consecutive No. 1 class.

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National Signing Day 2017: Georgia dominates SEC East with No. 3 recruiting class

Few college football coaches can finish just 8-5 and follow that up with a sensational recruiting class, but Georgia coach Kirby Smart is one of them.

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Tate Martell will make his own name as Ohio State quarterback

Martell, who has drawn comparisons to former Texas A&M Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel, isn't afraid to compete and is ready for what comes next.

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National Signing Day 2017: Jim Harbaugh, Michigan post No. 5 class in nation

Jim Harbaugh continues to pile up strong recruiting classes for the maize and blue.

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National Signing Day 2017: Top 10 freshmen who can make immediate impact

Here are the incoming freshmen who have the best opportunity to not only see the field in 2017, but also contribute right away.

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National Signing Day 2017: Ohio State compiles No. 2 recruiting class

With a lot of talent to replace, Ohio State did what it needed to on Signing Day to ensure a smooth transition into the future.

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Lane Kiffin says terrible FAU hype video 'was a joke'

During Kiffin's National Signing Day press conference on Wednesday, the first year FAU coach said the video was just a joke.

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2017 Signing Day composite rankings: One big thing for each top-15 class

Here's one big takeaway from each of the top 15 classes in 2017.

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Cal signee mourns mother’s death on National Signing Day

Offensive lineman Poutasi Poutasi's signing day commitment to Cal turned bittersweet Wednesday.

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