worldwide news: May 2017

Wednesday, 31 May 2017

Stanley Cup Final three stars: Penguins, ever the opportunists, pummel Predators for 2-0 series lead

Outperformed for the balance of the series, the Penguins will take a 2-0 lead to Nashville thanks to a third-period outburst in Game 2.

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Stanley Cup Final 2017: P.K. Subban, Evgeni Malkin drop gloves as Game 2 gets ugly

The Penguins and Predators stars made for unlikely sparring partners late in Game 2.

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Stanley Cup Final 2017: Penguins-Predators Game 2 live updates, highlights

Follow SN's live blog for live updates and highlights from Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Final.

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SEC Spring Meetings: 14-week football season discussed

Fourteen weeks to play 12 games offers schedule flexibility, but coaches already complain about how long the season is before adding a week.

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Charges dropped against 'redneck' Stanley Cup catfish thrower

Jake Waddell initially was charged with disorderly conduct, possessing an instrument of crime and disrupting a meeting. No, really.

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Former Michigan State WR Keith Mumphery banned from campus, report says

Newly released documents show the current Texans receiver was accused of sexual assault the day before MSU's pro day in 2015.

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Texas allows football signee to enroll after drug-charge plea deal

TE Reese Leitao, a three-star recruit and son of DePaul basketball coach Dave Leitao, was arrested Feb. 28 on a felony charge in Oklahoma.

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Tuesday, 30 May 2017

Texas A&M AD: Kevin Sumlin 'has to win this year'

Three straight 8-5 seasons won't cut it for Texas A&M, as AD Scott Woodward says Kevin Sumlin "has to win and he has to win this year."

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'Redneck' Predators fan doused catfish in cologne, tested it on in-laws before tossing it on ice

Jake Waddell called himself an "ignorant redneck" as he detailed his plan to sneak a catfish into PPG Paints Arena and toss it onto the ice.

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Michigan State parting ways with staffer Curtis Blackwell, per report

Michigan State will not renew the contract of Curtis Blackwell, according to multiple reports.

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Stanley Cup Final 2017: We shouldn't laugh off Predators fans' catfish 'tradition'

SN's Mick DeCourcy explains why it's unwise to laugh off fans smuggling anything into packed arenas.

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Capitals GM doesn’t rule out eventual Alex Ovechkin trade

Brian MacLellan said trading the team's captain doesn't make sense right now, though it could happen if a lucrative deal presented itself.

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Vacuum-sealed catfish in Preds fan's compression shorts lands him in legal trouble

The Predators fan who went to great lengths to throw a catfish on the ice in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final faces multiple charges.

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Notre Dame's Malik Zaire chooses Florida for graduate transfer, but SEC must approve

The former Irish quarterback would like to finish out his career with the Gators.

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NHL sets Tampa as 2018 All-Star site, virtually confirming no Olympics participation

The NHL has said players would not play in the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, and setting an All-Star date seems to confirm that.

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Butch Davis' 44 years of coaching has him ready for toughest challenge of career

The FIU head coach believes his experiences in both the NFL and college ranks will prepare him to resurrect a struggling Panthers program.

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Senators won’t expose G Craig Anderson to Golden Knights in expansion draft

"Craig Anderson will be the goalie we protect, no ifs ands or buts about it," said GM Pierre Dorion, whose thinking changed in the playoffs.

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Illinois to pay former football player $250K injury settlement

Ex-OL: This is "the first time in history a college athlete has been rightfully compensated for his sports-related injuries."

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Monday, 29 May 2017

Stanley Cup Final three stars: Predators dominate Game 1, but Penguins (somehow) escape with crazy win

Monday's Game 1 was complete with controversy and a catfish-induced rally, but the Penguins pulled a rabbit out of their cap for 5-3 victory

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Stanley Cup Final opens with controversial reversal of P.K. Subban goal

The first goal scored in Monday's Game 1 was overturned thanks to a coach's challenge by the Penguins' Mike Sullivan.

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Stanley Cup Final 2017: Live updates, highlights from Penguins-Predators Game 1

Follow SN's live blog for live updates and highlights from Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final.

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Former Penn State, USF QB Steven Bench jailed on felony burglary charge

Bench transferred to USF from Penn State after appearing in two games as a true freshman for the Nittany Lions.

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John Scott on Predators' P.K. Subban: 'He’s a piece of garbage'

The retired hockey player doesn't care much for the player making his first Stanley Cup Final appearance.

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Stanley Cup Final injury update: Pens’ Patric Hornqvist, Preds’ Mike Fisher may return

The key contributors practiced Sunday, and the Predators also said forward Craig Smith could be available, too, for Monday's Game 1.

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Sunday, 28 May 2017

Four Erik Karlssons? Not quite, but Predators' vaunted D poses toughest test yet for Penguins

In the Stanley Cup Final, the NHL's highest-scoring offense meets its stingiest defense. Who wins out?

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Lane Kiffin to host Michigan, Tennessee coaches at FAU satellite camp

Kiffin has been Public Enemy No. 1 among Volunteers fans ever since he spurned them in 2009 to take the vacant USC job.

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Stanley Cup Final 2017: P.K. Subban the reporter turns mic on Predators teammates

The larger-than-life Predators defenseman was front and center for Sunday's media day ahead of the Stanley Cup Final.

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Stanley Cup Final: Predators fans will need ID to buy catfish in Pittsburgh

One fish market is taking an hilarious precaution to ensure Nashville fans won't be able to toss catfish on the ice at PPG Paints Arena.

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Saturday, 27 May 2017

Capitals, Maple Leafs will reportedly play outdoor game at Navy

The Associated Press reported Saturday the Caps and Leafs will meet March 3 at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.

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Wife of Senators goalie Craig Anderson says she's now cancer free

Nicholle Anderson wrote on her blog that two separate scans revealed her cancer was gone.

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Stanley Cup Final 2017: Picking between Penguins and Predators a painful process

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Friday, 26 May 2017

NHL playoffs 2017: One year later, Sidney Crosby and Penguins clearly got the message

These Penguins, and those who won the 2016 Stanley Cup, clearly aren't the same team that was on the brink of elimination in the Eastern Conference finals last season.

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Stanley Cup Final odds: Penguins are slight favorites to win the Cup

The Pittsburgh Penguins are the favorites in Vegas to win the Stanley Cup.

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ESPN hires Chip Kelly as college football analyst

The former Oregon head coach has been hired by ESPN to give his unique perspective on college football.

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Thursday, 25 May 2017

NHL playoffs 2017: Chris Kunitz ends epic Game 7 in double OT, sends Penguins to Cup Final

Pittsburgh will defend its championship in the Stanley Cup Final thanks to a pair of goals from its 37-year-old hero.

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College football Week 1 point spreads posted in Las Vegas

Betting on Week 1 of the 2017 college football season opened Thursday at the South Point sports book in Las Vegas.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Senators vs. Penguins live blog, updates, score, highlights, result

Who will emerge Game 7 the NHL's Eastern Conference champs?

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South Carolina QB thinks Clemson 'not that much better' than Gamecocks — after 56-7 loss

Gamecocks quarterback Jake Bentley has provided some offseason trash talk against rival Clemson.

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Houston Nutt claims Ole Miss tarnished image during NCAA violation fallout: 'It devastates you'

Nutt, the Rebels' coach from 2008-11, Ole Miss officials used him as a scapegoat to save face with current coach Hugh Freeze and his staff.

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Watch: Football player paralyzed in 2015 UGA game shares video of him walking

Devon Gales, a former Southern receiver, shared a video of him taking steps nearly two years after his devastating spinal injury.

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College football schedule: ESPN, ABC set TV times for loaded Week 1

ESPN and ABC announced the dates and times for a loaded Week 1 in college football, and that starts with Alabama and Florida State in primetime.

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North Carolina, coach Larry Fedora agree on contract extension

UNC's Board of Trustees formally approved a deal that will keep the football coach in Chapel Hill through the 2022 season.

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NHL teams getting new uniforms in 2017-18, report says

The jersey changes are expected to be minor and will be announced before the 2017 NHL Draft on June 23.

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Fake football recruit Unique Brissett II pulls off 5-star scam: ‘I was laughing’

Meet the 20-year-old from the Bronx who "catfished the whole college football world."

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Wednesday, 24 May 2017

NHL Draft Lottery 2017: Results, draft order and big winners

The New Jersey Devils won the 2017 NHL Draft lottery, and here's what else you need to know about the results.

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When is NHL Draft 2017? Date, time, draft order, TV channel

Here's everything you need to know about 2017 NHL Draft.

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NHL Expansion Draft: Rules, date, time, TV info

Here’s everything you need to know about the first NHL Expansion Draft in 17 years.

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Stanley Cup Final 2017: Predators hopeful Mike Fisher can return for Game 1

The Predators captain suffered a head injury last week during the Western Conference finals.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Penguins expect Justin Schultz, Patric Hornqvist back for Game 7

Penguins coach Mike Sullivan said it would be “reasonable” to expect the pair to return on Thursday after being sidelined since May 15.

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Concealed handguns will be allowed at Georgia, Ga. Tech tailgates

While a new state law still prohibits weapons inside stadiums and arenas, that exception doesn't apply to tailgates outside facilities.

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Newest Michigan commit Jalen Mayfield splats Big 10 rivals in creative commitment video

Four-star class of 2018 tackle Jalen Mayfield released a creative commitment video.

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Four reasons Pat Dye's proposal to move Auburn to SEC East won't work

Former Auburn coach Pat Dye wants the Tigers to move to the SEC East. Here's why that won't hunt.

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Nashville, suddenly hockey-crazed, has transformed around Predators' success

This is not the Nashville former Titans president Jeff Diamond is used to. This is Smashville. The Predators have changed everything during their run to the Stanley Cup Final.

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Sun Belt doubles down on 'Fun' with divisions starting in 2018

Starting with the 2018 season, the Sun Belt will go to an eight-game conference football schedule with two five-team divisions.

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Tuesday, 23 May 2017

Stanley Cup playoffs three stars: Senators push back on Penguins to force Game 7

Just when a second consecutive Stanley Cup Final berth seemed like a foregone conclusion, the Penguins couldn't top the Senators.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Penguins vs. Senators Game 6 live updates, score, highlights

Live updates, stats and highlights from Penguins vs. Senators Game 6.

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Meet the Grammy Award-winning guitarist who looks just like Nick Saban

If you've ever wondered what it would be like to see Nick Saban shred guitar, you're in luck.

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NHL playoffs: Sens owner disturbed crucial Game 6 may not sell out

Eugene Melnyk finds it surprising that the Canadian Tire Centre has yet to sellout its tickets ahead of Tuesday's matchup.

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Three accused Michigan State football players reportedly violated school policy, according to attorney

An attorney for an alleged victim says three accused Michigan State football players violated school policy stemming from a Title IX investigation.

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LSU RB Lanard Fournette arrested, charged with using fake ID in casino

Leonard's younger brother, 20, was arrested Monday at L'Auberge Casino in Baton Rouge.

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Monday, 22 May 2017

NHL playoffs 2017: Colton Sissons plays hero as Predators party on into first-ever Cup Final

The underdog darlings of the Stanley Cup playoffs will play for a championship for the first time in franchise history.

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When is the 2017 Stanley Cup Final? Schedule, TV times, matchups

The schedule and TV times for the 2017 Stanley Cup Final.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Ducks down injured No. 1 goalie John Gibson for must-win Game 6

Jonathan Bernier made his the first start of his playoff career with the Ducks attempting to stave off elimination in Nashville.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Live updates, highlights from Ducks-Predators Game 6

The Predators are one win away from their first Stanley Cup finals appearance. Follow along live for updates and highlights from the game.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Tommy Wingels' lack of punishment another blow to NHL integrity

The NHL had an opportunity to make a statement with Tommy Wingels' cheap move. It passed.

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NHL playoffs: Penguins' Scott Wilson 'fine' after taking hit to head

The Penguins winger was shaken up before exiting the ice and heading to the locker room but is expected to be ready for Game 6.

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NHL playoffs: Watch Nashville's (yes, Nashville's) hype video for its Predators

A comedy duo in Music City initially thought it would make a low-key (read: low-budget) hype video. Then the Predators got involved.

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San Jose State player hospitalized, expected to recover after stabbing

Redshirt junior safety Chad Miller, who started three games in 2016, was stabbed in an off-campus incident late Saturday or early Sunday.

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Sunday, 21 May 2017

NHL playoffs 2017: Phil Kessel's roadside assist bails out Nick Bonino from car trouble

When Nick Bonino's truck broke down on his way to PPG Paints Arena, he counted on his former linemate to get to Game 5 in time.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Predators' Ryan Johansen treated for compartment syndrome

The Predators' leading scorer underwent emergency surgery following Game 4 and will miss the rest of the playoffs.

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Former 5-star Oregon RB Thomas Tyner to transfer to Oregon State

Tyner has taken advantage of NCAA rules to transfer to the Ducks' most-hated rival. But it's nothing against Oregon.

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Stanley Cup playoffs three stars: Penguins pour it on in 7-0 rout, push Senators to brink

Pittsburgh put up a touchdown and added the extra point to trounce Ottawa in Game 5, but the never-say-die Sens still have some hope.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Senators' Erik Karlsson (foot) makes early exit from Game 5 blowout

The Norris Trophy finalist seemed to aggravate the fractures in his left foot Sunday and was held out for the third period.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Live updates, highlights from Senators-Penguins Game 5

Follow along live for updates and highlights from a pivotal Game 5 between the Senators and Penguins.

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Saturday, 20 May 2017

NHL playoffs 2017: Predators-Ducks brawl near end of Game 5 Nashville win

The Ducks' Corey Perry was given a 10-minute misconduct penalty while Nick Ritchie received a roughing penalty for fighting Mattias Ekholm.

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NHL playoffs: Ducks goalie John Gibson exits mid-game with apparent injury

There's no official word as to why the Ducks' starting goaltender is out of game 5 for the Ducks, but their backup is on the ice now.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Ducks-Predators Game 5 live updates, highlights, score, stats

The Western Conference Final in the 2017 Stanley Cup playoffs is now effectively a best-of-three series.

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Ryan Getzlaf fined $10K for homophobic slur in Game 4

Ducks forward Ryan Getzlaf will pay the league's maximum fine of $10K for using a homophobic slur on the ice in Game 4.

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Oregon State LB Joah Robinett announces transfer to San Diego State

A San Diego native, Robinett confirmed in a statement posted on Twitter that he “decided to go back home in order to be close to family."

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Friday, 19 May 2017

Stanley Cup playoffs: Penguins' Chad Ruhwedel suffers concussion on big hit from Bobby Ryan

An already thin Penguins roster suffered another injury Friday when defenseman Chad Ruhwedel suffered a concussion.

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Stanley Cup playoffs three stars: Penguins offense roars to life as Matt Murray earns first win

Murray replaced Marc-Andre Fleury in the first period of a one-sided Game 3 loss on Wednesday after Fleury allowed four goals on nine shots.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Penguins-Senators Game 4 live updates, score, stats, highlights

All eyes are on the Penguins goaltending as a huge Game 4 happens in Ottawa tonight.

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NHL playoffs: Predators' top scorer Ryan Johansen out after emergency surgery

Johansen (13 points in 14 playoff games) will be sidelined for two to three months.

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Georgia has installed a DJ booth in its locker room

Coach Kirby Smart showed off the new addition Friday.

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NHL playoffs: Penguins' morning skate hints at who'll start in goal for Game 4

Matt Murray was the first goalie off the ice Friday, a hint that he might replace Marc-Andre Fleury as Game 4 starter against the Senators.

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College Football over/unders released; Alabama leads at 10.5

The college football season is some four months away, but that doesn't mean it's too early for some predictions.

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Answering FAQ about the Auburn Tigers for 2017

Sporting News answers five frequently asked questions about Auburn heading into 2017.

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College football win total over/under predictions: Trust Alabama to win 11 games again

College football win totals are out again, and Sporting News has suggestions for 15 College Football Playoff contenders. Can you trust the Tide again?

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Thursday, 18 May 2017

Stanley Cup playoffs three stars: Ducks blow lead, recover in overtime to tie West finals

Corey Perry's third overtime goal of the Stanley Cup playoffs saved the Ducks from an epic collapse. The series is now tied 2-2.

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Las Vegas sports book releases over/under for college football 2017 win totals

CG Technology has released odds for 46 college football teams for 2017.

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Los Angeles Coliseum naming rights sold to United Airlines for $70M, report says

The agreement as reported spans 15 seasons and would become the most lucrative naming-rights deal in college football history.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Ducks vs. Predators Game 4 score, live updates, highlights

Follow SN for live updates and highlights from Ducks vs. Predators Game 4 of the Western Conference finals.

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Tommy Tuberville says Lubbock 'looked like Iraq' while at Texas Tech

Tommy Tuberville didn't much like the scenery Texas Tech offered.

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Florida WR Antonio Callaway cited for marijuana possession

After last year's "so stoned" defense in a code of conduct hearing, the Gators receiver was caught Wednesday with 7 grams of marijuana.

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How Kirby Smart plans on meeting expectations at Georgia in 2017

Kirby Smart enters his second season at Georgia facing higher expectations. Here are three things that must work in the Bulldogs' favor.

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Michigan State CB Tyson Smith reveals he suffered stroke last year

Smith wrote on Twitter that doctors say he is "blessed to still be able to walk, talk and run."

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Wednesday, 17 May 2017

NHL playoffs: Fleury's early exit leaves Penguins coach Mike Sullivan with tough call

After a blowout loss to the Senators in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals, it's not clear who will start in goal for the Penguins in Game 4. Will it be Marc-Andre Fleury or Matt Murray?

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Stanley Cup playoffs three stars: 'Boring' Senators blow out Penguins to take series lead

There was no slowing the Senators as they awoke from their scoring slumber to deal the defending champs a 5-1 blowout loss in Game 3.

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NHL playoffs: Penguins vs. Senators Game 3 live updates, scores, highlights

Don’t miss any of the action from Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals between the Penguins and the Senators.

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Lane Kiffin thinks Tua Tagovailoa will play for Alabama in 2017; compares him to Steve Young

Lane Kiffin, no longer the Alabama OC, offered his take on the Tide's quarterback situation in 2017.

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Ole Miss coach Hugh Freeze's response to NCAA questions: 'Nah'

Ole Miss coach Hugh Freeze walked away from questions about his program's NCAA allegations.

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Former Baylor volleyball player alleges she was gang raped by at least four football players

Another woman has come forth claiming she was sexually assaulted by at least four football players.

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Tuesday, 16 May 2017

Stanley Cup playoffs three stars: Roman Josi's late goal gives Predators 2-1 series lead

Two third-period goals got the Predators past the Ducks in Game 3 and they're back on track to continue their Cinderella run.

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NHL playoffs: Ducks vs. Predators Game 3 live updates, scores, highlights

Follow along for the latest updates and highlights from Game 3 of Ducks vs. Predators in the Western Conference finals.

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FBS-bound Liberty is paying an opponent $1.32 million for a home game

Liberty is opening up the checkbook for its 2018 home opener.

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Pac-12’s Larry Scott remains Power 5's highest-paid commissioner, tax return shows

Compared to Scott's $4.2M, the Big Ten's Jim Delany got "only" $2.4M in 2015 but became fully eligible for up to $20M in bonuses.

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Five conference realignment scenarios we'll never stop talking about

It's the college football offseason, so let's re-hash the always-popular conference expansion and realignment talks that we enjoy so much.

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Watch: Pitt starting OL held at gunpoint after police chase, faces multiple charges

Redshirt junior guard Alex Bookser, 21, faces a litany of charges following his arrest over the weekend.

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Fox touts having 2017 Ohio State-Michigan game

The 114th playing of "The Game," a fall institution on ABC for decades, will shift to Fox on Nov. 25.

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Monday, 15 May 2017

NHL playoffs: Penguins' Bryan Rust, Justin Schultz bitten by injury bug in Game 2

Another tough pill to swallow for the Penguins.

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Stanley Cup playoffs three stars: Penguins shake off frustration, injuries to take Game 2

For five periods, the Senators perfectly executed their plan to dishearten the Penguins. But the defending champs broke through Monday.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Penguins-Senators Game 2 score, live updates, highlights

Follow along for the latest updates and highlights from Game 2 of Penguins-Senators.

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Texas Tech transfer WR Jonathan Giles picks new school

One of the most prolific receivers in college football announced Monday his next destination.

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FAU coach Lane Kiffin offers scholarship to 13-year-old quarterback

Kaden Martin, a seventh-grade quarterback, is the son of USC offensive coordinator Tee Martin.

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College football's Top 25 running backs for 2017: Saquon Barkley leads powerful wave

Sporting Top 25 running backs is heavy on Big Ten and SEC backs, including Penn State's Saquon Barkley and LSU's Derrius Guice.

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Sunday, 14 May 2017

Predators' Ryan Johansen rips Ryan Kesler: 'I don’t know how you cheer for a guy like that'

There's a new president of the Ryan Kesler Fan Cub as frustrations boiled over after the Ducks got even in the Western Conference finals.

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Stanley Cup playoffs three stars: Ducks break through on Pekka Rinne, Predators to claim Game 2

The impenetrable force that was the Predators defensive unit sprung a leak and the Ducks capitalized to even the Western Conference finals.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Predators-Ducks Game 2 live blog, updates, highlights

Can Nashville steal another game on the road and put the Ducks in an 0-2 hole?

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Islanders goalie Thomas Greiss apologizes for ‘liking’ Clinton/Hitler comparisons

Islanders goalie Thomas Greiss has apologized for ‘liking’ several Instagram posts comparing Hillary Clinton to Adolf Hitler.

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Saturday, 13 May 2017

Stanley Cup playoffs: Senators trump Penguins in OT

Overtime was needed in Pittsburgh as the Ottawa Senators prevailed 2-1 away to the Penguins on Saturday.

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NHL playoffs: Bobby Ryan nets backhand beauty to give Senators Game 1 win over Penguins

It's Ryan's second OT goal in the 2016-17 NHL playoffs.

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Friday, 12 May 2017

NHL playoffs 2017: James Neal's goal gives Predators OT win over Ducks

James Neal's goal gives Nashville an OT win in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals. They are 4-0 in playoff OT games the last two years.

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Former LSU quarterback Brandon Harris completes transfer to UNC

Harris could take over for Mitchell Trubisky at North Carolina.

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Sorry, folks, Jim McElwain apparently isn't naked shark guy

The Florida coach's lookalike apparently is a former NYC police officer.

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Why Oklahoma OC Lincoln Riley's $1M per year extension is no big deal

Bob Stoops and Riley talked a lot about loyalty after the raise, but money talks too when a head-coaching job comes around — and it will.

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New Sabres GM Jason Botterill will use Penguins’ blueprint to build Buffalo

Jason Botterill has a plan to turn around one of the NHL’s struggling franchises.

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Texas using in-helmet sensor technology to analyze brain trauma

The University of Texas aims to measure impacts and repetitive hits during practice using unique helmets.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Alex Ovechkin slowed by pair of leg injuries as Captials bowed out

Knee and hamstring ailments will keep Ovechkin from joining Russia in the ongoing world championships.

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Answering FAQ about Michigan's Jim Harbaugh for 2017

Jim Harbaugh comes with the same-old questions heading into Year 3. Sporting News answers them.

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Thursday, 11 May 2017

Patrick Kane praised as 'class act' for giving up first-class seat to soldier

An American Airlines flight attendant was happy to tell the story of a random act of kindness by the Blackhawks star.

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Oklahoma president: Sooners not 'desperate' to leave Big 12, but don't want to be tied down

The Sooners aren't desperate to leave the Big 12 Conference — but neither are they interested in being relegated there if better options were available.

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Colorado State S Braylin Scott arrested on theft, burglary charges

Scott led the Rams' in 2016 with three interceptions, and placed seventh on the team with 39 tackles.

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East Carolina coach delivers perfect Mother's Day present with walk-on scholarship

East Carolina coach Scottie Montgomery delivered the perfect Mother's Day present a few days early.

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Why won't Rangers be home team in NHL Winter Classic at Citi Field? Follow the money

There's a simple reason the Sabres, not the Rangers, will be designated the home team for a New Year's Day game at Citi Field.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Dumb format helps wreck Capitals' season, Stanley Cup excitement

The NHL's playoff format is like the league took all the dumb in Canada and all the dumb in the United States and mashed it together into one great pile of lunacy.

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These 11 college football rivalries need a response from one side

Which one-sided rivalries might flip in 2017? Sporting News look at 11 rivalries with one-sided winning streaks.

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MSU president thanks 'courageous' women for sharing sexual assault details

Lou Anna K. Simon, Michigan State president, thanked women who have accused staff and football team members of sexual assault.

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Wednesday, 10 May 2017

NHL playoffs 2017: Ducks buck choker label, eliminate Oilers in Game 7

At least one serial NHL choke artist wasn't interested in conforming to history.

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Stanley Cup playoffs: Capitals can't shake curse as Penguins prevail in Game 7

The laundry list of Game 7 disappointments run for the Caps, but a 2-0 shutout on home ice may top them all.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Capitals sent home early again; internet responds accordingly

Washington's playoff hockey heartbreak just grows and grows. The internet is not sympathetic.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Oilers vs. Ducks Game 7 live updates, scores, highlights

Follow the latest updates and highlights from Game 7 of Oilers-Ducks.

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USF coach Charlie Strong meets with Florida judge who blasted him in court

Judge Margaret Taylor made headlines when she critiqued Charlie Strong's handling of his players at South Florida.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Penguins vs. Capitals Game 7 live updates, scores, highlights

Follow the latest updates and highlights from Game 7 of Capitals-Penguins.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Connor McDavid talks awkward 'death grip' airport fan photo

Two Oilers fans were determined to get a photo with McDavid at the Edmonton airport.

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NHL playoffs 2017: P.K. Subban fined for embellishment in Game 4 vs. Blues

The Predators defenseman was unable to serve his minor penalty for diving in Game 4 vs. the Blues because he sought medical treatment.

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2017-18 college football bowl schedule: Dates, times, TV for all 40 FBS bowls

A look at the 2017-18 college football bowl schedule features 41 games leading up to the College Football Playoff championship game on Jan. 8.

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Watch Jim McElwain respond to question about the nude shark photo

The Florida football coach made it clear to a reporter Tuesday that he was not photographed nude hugging a dead shark in a viral photo.

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USF's LaDarrius Jackson accused of sexual assault for a second time

The new accusation comes in connection with an incident that occurred before Jackson's arrest last week on the same charges.

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2017-18 college football bowl schedule: ESPN announces dates, times for 13 bowls

ESPN announced the dates and times for 13 bowl games on Wednesday leading up to the 2017-18 College Football Playoff.

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Two Illinois football players accused in alleged home invasion, armed robbery

Darta Lee, 18, and Tarrian Holcombe, 19, were arrested Wednesday in connection with an alleged home invasion and armed robbery.

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Michigan State DE Demetrius Cooper will be tested daily for alcohol

The rising senior was charged with assault in the fall and agreed to the testing after video surfaced on social media of him drinking.

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LSU coach Ed Orgeron apparently drinks 8-10 energy drinks per day

LSU coach Ed Orgeron drinks 8-10 energy drinks per day.

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Texas Tech WR transfer Jonathan Giles names top 10 schools

One of the more prolific receivers in the Big 12 last season has narrowed down his transfer choices.

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Tuesday, 9 May 2017

NHL playoffs 2017: Henrik Lundqvist's Stanley Cup window almost shut after Rangers' elimination

Another year in which the Rangers head home without a Stanley Cup. Was this New York goalie Henrik Lundqvist's last chance at hockey's biggest prize?

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Stanley Cup playoffs three stars: Erik Karlsson's best act yet has Senators in East finals

Ottawa's dynamic captain has two Norris Trophies and may earn a third, but his 2017 playoff run is shaping up to be career defining.

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Rangers, Sabres to play 2018 Winter Classic at Citi Field

For the first time, the Big Apple will serve as a backdrop to the NHL's Winter Classic.

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Stars acquire rights to Ben Bishop from Kings in play to solve goalie woes

In a proactive move to fill their biggest offseason need, the Stars on Monday netted the biggest goalie name on the open market.

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NHL playoffs: League explains why Sidney Crosby wasn't removed from game

If the Penguins star's head had hit the ice instead of the boards Monday night, he could have been pulled by a concussion spotter.

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Ex-NFL RB Marion Barber Jr. graduating from Minnesota at age 57

A former standout running back for the Gophers, Barber is finishing off his degree 36 years after leaving school.

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NHL playoffs: Predators' run prompts CMT Music Awards to change venues

Bridgestone Arena might be occupied during the scheduled June 7 show if the Preds keep it going.

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Ray Lewis’ son, WR Rayshad Lewis, transferring to Maryland

He caught 40 passes for 476 yards and two TDs as a freshman at Utah State in 2016.

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Monday, 8 May 2017

NHL playoffs 2017: Penguins — not Capitals — feeling heat as teams head to Game 7

The Penguins could become the 29th team to blow 3-1 series lead in a best-of-seven. Worse for them, they face a Game 7 on the road.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Sidney Crosby's head-first crash reignites concussion policy scrutiny

The Penguins' coach and captain contradicted one another when asked whether a concussion examination was performed in Monday's Game 6 loss.

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Stanley Cup playoffs three stars: Capitals make most of second chance to force Game 7

The Capitals averted a major case of deja vu with a wire-to-wire 5-2 drubbing of the Penguins Monday, forcing a winner-take-all showdown.

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Kevin Olsen, brother of Panthers' Greg Olsen, indicted on multiple rape charges

The suspended UNC Charlotte quarterback is facing three counts of second-degree rape among other charges.

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Former Canadiens owner David Molson dies at 88

The Canadiens announced Molson's death Monday.

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Auburn quarterback Woody Barrett announces decision to transfer

Auburn freshman quarterback Woody Barrett announced Monday his decision to transfer from the school.

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Tim Tebow signs multiyear extension with ESPN

Tebow's new deal comes in the wake of recent downsizing at ESPN that cost an extimated 100 reporters and anchors their jobs.

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Arkansas RB Rawleigh Williams III retires from football after neck injury

The rising junior who finished third in the SEC in rushing with 1,360 yards in 2016 was injured in the Razorbacks' spring game April 29.

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SEC poised for its own 'Year of the Quarterback' in 2017

The SEC put six quarterbacks on Sporting News' Top 25 for 2017, and that list should create excitement on the field this season.

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College football's Top 25 quarterbacks for 2017: Lamar Jackson or Sam Darnold at No. 1?

Sporting News ranks the Top 25 quarterbacks for 2017, a loaded field that includes Lamar Jackson, Sam Darnold and Baker Mayfield, among others.

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Sunday, 7 May 2017

Stanley Cup playoffs three stars: Predators reach first West finals; Oilers force Game 7

The Predators will play in the Western Conference finals for the first time in their 18-year history and the Oilers unloaded on the Ducks.

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Nashville TV station thinks Predators are heading 'to the Stanley Cup Finals'

Nashville television station WSMV showed footage of fans leaving Bridgestone Arena with an incorrect lower-third graphic.

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Former Clemson RB Tyshon Dye transfers to East Carolina

Tyshon Dye is expected to have an instant impact at East Carolina, says recruiting analyst Ryan Bartow.

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Saturday, 6 May 2017

Stanley Cup playoffs three stars: Capitals rally past Penguins to stay alive

The Capitals scored three times in the third period for a 4-2 win over the Penguins to stave off elimination.

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Ed Orgeron confirms Lane Kiffin almost became LSU OC: 'He was going to come'

Kiffin was apparently all set to head to Baton Rouge before he got the call to be the Owls' head coach.

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Tennessee wide receiver Josh Smith arrested, charged with assaulting roommate

Tennessee WR Josh Smith was arrested early Saturday morning and charged with domestic assault of his male roommate, Kennedy Foster.

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Penn State kicker Joey Julius posts about ongoing struggle with eating disorder

This is not the first time Julius has opened up about his eating disorder.

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Friday, 5 May 2017

Stanley Cup playoffs three stars: Aggressive Blues stay alive against Predators

The Blues will live to play another day. The Ducks mounted a remarkable comeback to take a 3-2 series lead on the Oilers.

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Jay Paterno elected to Penn State Board of Trustees

A Paterno is back in a power of position at Penn State.

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2017 NHL Expansion Draft: Date, time, rules, TV info

Here’s everything you need to know about the 2017 Expansion Draft.

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Cardale Jones makes fun of 'play school' tweet on Ohio State graduation weekend

It's good to see that Jones can see the humor in the situation.

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SEC Network worth four times as much Big Ten Network, research shows

As much as some complain about the SEC bias among the media, when the network is worth $4.7 billion it's hard to argue the coverage.

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Former Oregon standout Colt Lyerla escaped jail with just 4 months left to serve

Colt Lyerla's trouble with the law continues.

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NHL playoffs: Sidney Crosby skates in practice Friday morning

Sidney Crosby was sighted on the ice Friday morning for the Pittsburgh Penguins.

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Ex-NHL player Kevin Stevens gets probation in oxycodone case

The two-time Stanley Cup champion avoided prison time so that his rehab from opioid addiction could continue.

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Thursday, 4 May 2017

Stanley Cup playoffs three stars: Senators get mad, Rangers get even

Behind eight goals in two games and stellar goaltending from Henrik Lundqvist, New York has mounted back-to-back wins to even the series.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Senators' Erik Karlsson exits Game 4 following collision

The Norris Trophy finalist appeared to injure his left leg late in the second period.

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Police investigating arena bathroom rape report from Penguins-Capitals Game 4

A woman reported to police she was raped inside a PPG Paints Arena bathroom between periods during Wednesday's Game 4.

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Appalachian State football player Teh'ron Fuller stabbed in bar fight

Fuller was taken to Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center after the stabbing.

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When is NHL Draft 2017? Date, time, draft order, TV channel

Here's everything you need to know about 2017 NHL Draft.

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Florida judge off USF player's case after criticizing of Charlie Strong

Judge Margaret Taylor said she was "ashamed" to be a USF alum after a second football player, LaDarrius Jackson, was arrested in two months.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Sidney Crosby 'day-to-day' with concussion

The Penguins captain's status for Saturday's Game 5 showdown against the Capitals remains undetermined.

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College football rankings 2017: Alabama dominates composite of preseason Top 25

Sporting News mashed together preseason college football rankings from SN, ESPN, Bleacher Report, CBS, Fox and Athlon to get a composite Top 25 for 2017.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Alex Ovechkin says his ’stupid decisions’ put Capitals in 3-1 hole

With his Capitals on the verge of yet another playoff elimination, Alex Ovechkin says he is to blame.

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Wednesday, 3 May 2017

Stanley Cup playoffs three stars: Penguins prove mettle, giving Capitals no choice but to do the same

Absent Sidney Crosby, Conor Sheary, Kris Letang and Matt Murray, Pittsburgh once again has its biggest rival on the brink of elimination.

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Donavan Tate, No. 3 overall pick in the 2009 MLB Draft, to play football at Arizona

Tate will walk on as a quarterback and compete for the starting job while the Padres pay his college tuition.

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LSU supports student-athletes in expressing their opinions on Alton Sterling

A letter sent from the school president cautioned athletes to be aware of social media attention and asked that they not wear school attire.

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Jim Harbaugh trolls FSU assistant Tim Brewster after snarky NFL Draft tweet

Jim Harbaugh had no problem snapping back to Tim Brewster's tweet.

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Ohio State RB Mike Weber challenges Saquon Barkley, Derrius Guice to friendly wager

Mike Weber has raised the stakes with his Penn State and LSU counterparts.

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Florida judge says she's 'ashamed' to be USF alum after second player's arrest

A Florida judge ripped into new USF coach Charlie Strong after another player was arrested.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Jay Beagle, Phil Kessel to settle feud in Mario Kart battle

Beagle and Kessel will race to settle their differences relating to the hit that sidelined Sidney Crosby with a concussion.

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College football breakout players for 2017 include three SEC quarterbacks

Sporting News tabs 17 breakout players for the 2017 season, and that starts with a trio of SEC quarterbacks.

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Tuesday, 2 May 2017

Stanley Cup playoffs three stars: Henrik Lundqvist, Rangers won't go down without a fight

The Rangers got an essential bounceback performance from their goalie in Tuesday's Game 3 win. Meanwhile the Preds went up 3-1 on the Blues.

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NHL playoffs 2017: P.K. Subban penalized for embellishing hit that sent him to locker room

Blues defenseman Joel Edmundson was penalized for going high on P.K. Subban, but the Preds lost their power play due to a controversial call

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Sidney Crosby injury timeline: Latest concussion adds to troubling history for NHL's biggest star

The Penguins captain's fourth diagnosed concussion is the latest in a long line of injuries that have interrupted some of his best years.

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Maple Leafs sign Nikita Zaitsev to 7-year, $31.5 million extension

The defenseman led all Toronto players with an average of just over 22 minutes of ice time per game this season.

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Dabo Swinney gets pranked with exploding golf ball

Dabo Swinney appears to be well-liked by his fellow coaches, but that won't stop them from pulling a prank on the Clemson football coach.

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NHL playoffs 2017: Penguins' Sidney Crosby has concussion, ruled out of Game 4

The Penguins captain was hit with high cross-check courtesy of Capitals defenseman Matt Niskanen in Monday's Game 3 loss and did not return.

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Sam Darnold vs. Saquon Barkley in 2017 will create the next great NFL Draft debate

Will Sam Darnold or Saquon Barkley be the top pick in the 2018 NFL Draft? Here's an early look at the debate.

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South Florida DE LaDarrius Jackson charged with sexual battery, false imprisonment

Jackson, 22, was being held without bond Tuesday in a Tampa jail.

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Capitals’ Matt Niskanen won't face suspension for Sidney Crosby hit, report says

The Capitals defenseman won't have a hearing or face supplemental discipline from the NHL for his headshot on the Penguins captain.

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Nick Saban, Alabama agree to massive contract extension

The Alabama football coach will be paid $11.125 million this season under his new deal.

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Pentagon reveres course, won't allow service academy athletes to go pro immediately

Air Force receiver Jalen Robinette had been projected as a potential fifth-round pick in last week's NFL Draft, but his phone never rang.

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