Wild lose All-Star D Ryan Suter with lower-body injury

Ryan Suter leads the Wild with 45 assists on the season.

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Brandon Carlo injury update: Bruins D leaves game after awkward fall

The 21-year-old defenseman was taken off the ice on a stretcher with an apparent leg injury during Saturday's game against the Panthers.

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Avalanche playoff hopes take a hit as Semyon Varlamov, Erik Johnson out for long term

Varlamov is done for the season and Johnson will miss six weeks, the team said Saturday.

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Art Briles, Ken Starr collected nearly $20M combined from Baylor after sexual assault scandal

Former football coach Art Briles received $15.1 million from the school while former president Ken Starr got $4.52 million.

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'You have a job to do' -- No excuses for NHL teams not in playoff hunt

Members of the Canadiens and Red Wings explain how to approach games after being eliminated from playoff contention.

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Blackhawks' overnight sensation Scott Foster not paid for emergency goalie stint

The accountant who stepped in as an emergency goaltender in the Blackhawks' win against the Jets Thursday was not paid for the appearance.

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Auburn WR Will Hastings undergoes surgery on torn ACL, report says

Hastings is expected to miss the rest of spring training and the senior could miss the entire 2018 season.

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Devils experience ups and downs of NHL playoff race

The Devils are trying to hold off the Panthers and earn their first Stanley Cup playoff berth in six years.

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David Shula hired as assistant at alma mater Dartmouth

Head coach Buddy Teevens and Shula played together on Dartmouth’s 1978 Ivy League title team.

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Henrik Borgstrom, Ryan Donato, Adam Gaudette named as Hobey Baker Hat Trick finalists

Henrik Borgstrom, Ryan Donato and Adam Gaudette are the three finalists for the 2018 Hobey Baker Hat Trick award.

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Predators sign top prospect Eeli Tolvanen for more playoff firepower

There's a ton of hype around the 18-year-old Finnish sensation, who torched the Kontinental Hockey League and set teenage scoring records. How can he help the Predators in their Stanley Cup quest?

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Golden Knights encouraging home-ice advantage with playoff ticket incentives

Vegas (48-22-7) is the first team to make the Stanley Cup playoffs in its inaugural season since the Oilers and Whalers in 1980.

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Rangers assistant coach Lindy Ruff suffers concussion after run-in with puck

The Rangers are not sure whether Ruff slipped on a puck or was hit by one, but he is out for Wednesday's game vs. the Capitals.

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NHL Draft lottery odds 2018: Tracking each team's chances in race for Rasmus Dahlin

All in for Rasmus Dahlin? Sporting News keeps track of each team's chances to win the No. 1 pick in the 2018 NHL Draft and the right to select the generational Swedish defenseman.

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Bruins sign Zdeno Chara to 1-year contract extension

Chara, who turned 41 earlier this month, will earn $5 million in addition to $1.75 million in incentives.

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Canadiens' Shea Weber played 2 months on a fractured foot

The defenseman admitted he was hurt on Oct. 5 but kept playing until Dec. 16 before undergoing season-ending surgery earlier this month.

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USC QB competition: Sizing up Matt Fink, Jack Sears and JT Daniels

USC has the unenviable task of replacing Sam Darnold in 2018. So who steps up to take the mantle?

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'It was stupid' -- Devils' Johansson speaks out on Marchand concussion-causing elbow

The Devils' forward has been sidelined nine weeks with a concussion following an illegal hit from Boston's pesky winger.

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NHL Mixed Bag: Jets become Canada's latest, best hope to end Stanley Cup drought

The last time a Canadian franchise hoisted the Stanley Cup, the first iteration of the Jets was closing out its stay in Winnipeg. It would be somewhat poetic if they ended the nation's drought 25 years later.

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Steven Stamkos injury update: Lightning captain 'day-to-day', out Monday

The Lightning will be without captain Steven Stamkos on Monday, who will be out for what sounds like nothing more than a night off.

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Blue Jackets captain Nick Foligno to miss 2-4 weeks with lower body injury

The Blue Jackets have recalled center Alex Broadhurst from the Cleveland Monsters in a corresponding roster move.

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Frozen Four 2018: NCAA Ice Hockey Championship scores, schedules, how to watch live

Everything you need to know about the remaining teams competing to be the best college hockey team in the nation.

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Blackhawks sign F Dylan Sikura to 2-year deal

The Northeastern product will burn the first year of his deal playing in the last five games of this regular season.

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Bruins C Patrice Bergeron 'most likely' to return vs. Wild

Bruins head coach Bruce Cassidy announced both Bergeron and defenseman Torey Krug are "most likely" going to play Sunday against the Wild.

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NHL playoff odds, updated predictions for road to the 2018 Stanley Cup

AccuScore simulates the rest of the 2017-18 NHL season to predict win totals, division winners and probabilities of reaching the playoffs on the road to the Stanley Cup.

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Four Texas Tech players arrested, including QB Jett Duffey

Four Texas Tech players were booked into the Lubbock County Jail on charges of criminal mischief.

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Fight breaks out in Jets practice between Blake Wheeler, Ben Chariot

Jets captain Blake Wheeler was asked to leave practice Saturday after a skirmish with teammate Ben Chariot.

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Georgia fired equipment manager early in hidden shower-cam investigation

James Kevin Purvis, who had worked in the football program since 2006, was arrested Friday on felony drug and eavesdropping charges.

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Alabama, Notre Dame negotiating future home-and-home series, per report

Two of college football's most storied programs are reportedly negotiating a home-and-home series, according to a report.

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Senators captain Erik Karlsson to return Saturday following son's death

The defenseman, 27, missed two games following the death of his son, Axel, who was stillborn earlier in the week.

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March Madness 2018: Lowest seeds to reach Final Four

Low seeds have a history of sneaking into the Final Four. SN has you covered with how many low seeds have made it and what teams they are.

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Ryan McDonagh Q&A: Lightning defenseman reflects on trade, time with Rangers

McDonagh opens up in this one on one interview with Sporting News.

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Former AD John Currie's final days at Tennessee rife with chaos, discord, per public records

A public records request shows John Currie's final days as AD at Tennessee were anything but orderly.

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Tennessee coaching search timeline: A series of wild events from Butch Jones to Jeremy Pruitt

How bad has the Tennessee coaching search spiraled out of control? Here is a closer look at the bungled coaching search from top to bottom.

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Tennessee's Greg Schiano debacle magnifies dysfunction, discord in program

Tennessee's coaching search took a series of bizarre turns Sunday, and it ended with a disaster involving Greg Schiano. So what comes next?

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Tua Tagovailoa's injury allows Nick Saban to 'Process' Alabama QB battle properly

Tua Tagovailoa's injury might just be a blessing in disguise for Nick Saban as he manages the quarterback situation at Alabama.

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5-star ATH Isaiah Williams commits to Illinois

The five-star athlete from St. Louis is the biggest commitment of the Lovie Smith era at Illinois.

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What's next for Jalen Hurts at Alabama after advent of Tua Tagovailoa?

Alabama came away with a win against Georgia, thanks to Tua Tagovailoa. But what does that mean for Jalen Hurts' future?

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Alabama QB Tua Tagovailoa has broken index finger, father says

The hero of the 2017 College Football Playoff national championship game has a broken index finger, his father has said.

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Tennessee, former AD reach $2.5M settlement

Former athletic director John Currie reached a settlement with Tennessee Thursday and will be paid $2.5 million.

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Red Wings' Mike Green to undergo cervical spine surgery

Red Wings Defenseman Mike Green will undergo surgery on his cervical spine and will miss the remainder of the 2017-18 season.

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NHL Hart Trophy race: Nathan MacKinnon, Taylor Hall hold slim edge in MVP free-for-all

No fewer than a half dozen candidates can stake a legitimate claim to hockey's top individual prize in 2017-18.

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2018 ACC spring football schedule: practice start dates, game times, where to watch

Here's everything you need to know to catch your favorite ACC squad's spring game.

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2018 Big Ten spring football schedule: practice start dates, game times, where to watch

Big Ten spring football is in full swing. SN has you covered with practice start dates, game times and where to watch the preseason college football action.

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2018 Big 12 spring football schedule: practice start dates, game times, where to watch

Big 12 spring football is in full swing. SN has you covered with practice start dates, game times and where to watch the preseason college football action.

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2018 Pac-12 spring football schedule: Practice start dates, game times, where to watch

Here's everything you need to know to catch your favorite Pac-12 squad's spring game.

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Texas QB competition: Sizing up Sam Ehlinger vs. Shane Buechele

Who has the edge in Texas' quarterback battle between Sam Ehlinger and Shane Buechele? That will be on second-year coach Tom Herman to figure out.

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Clayton Keller Q&A: Coyotes rookie dishes on first year in NHL

The Calder Trophy candidate discusses his rookie campaign on and off the ice, playing at Boston University and what he watches on Netflix.

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2018 SEC spring football schedule: practice start dates, game times, where to watch

Everything you need to know to catch your favorite SEC squad's spring game.

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Senators captain Erik Karlsson issues statement on loss of unborn son

The details surrounding the baby's passing are unclear, but Karlsson said his due date was in mid-April.

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NHL recommends tweak to sooth goalie interference review outcry

As for those critical of NHL officials for overanalyzing offside calls, that will have to wait until the offseason.

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As NHL playoffs near, Capitals yet to decide on Holtby, Grubauer in net

Barry Trotz has not ruled out both of his goalies playing in the post-season.

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Butch Jones OK’d to be Alabama football 'intern'

Jones is joining the Alabama coaching staff in an off-field capacity as "an intern, an analyst," Nick Saban announced Tuesday.

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Sharks vs. Golden Knights: Time, TV channel, how to watch online

In what would be an historic feat, the Vegas Golden Knights can clinch a spot in the Stanley Cup playoffs Thursday by beating the division rival San Jose Sharks.

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Alabama QB recruit Gardner Minshew changes commitment to Washington State

Gardner Minshew, a graduate transfer quarterback who started at East Carolina, is headed west after initially committing to the Crimson Tide.

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Alabama QB Tua Tagovailoa suffers injury on first day of practice

Tua Tagovailoa helped lead the Crimson Tide to a comeback victory in the national championship game over Georgia.

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New Bruins sensation Ryan Donato excused from practice to finish Harvard coursework

A day after wowing in his NHL debut, the Bruins rookie was given an excused absence from practice as he finishes spring classes at Harvard.

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Panthers relying on leadership, penalty killing in push for playoffs

Florida has reached the playoffs just twice since 2000.

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Florida State QB competition: Sizing up James Blackman vs. Deondre Francois

New FSU coach Willie Taggart has a tough decision to make at quarterback in his first year in Tallahassee. Will he go with Deondre Francois or James Blackman?

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Senators captain Erik Karlsson, wife Melinda, lose son

Earlier Tuesday, Senators coach Guy Boucher said Karlsson wouldn't be with the team when it played the Panthers.

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FSU coach Willie Taggart: Deondre Francois still rehabbing, QB position unsettled

Willie Taggart hasn't named a No. 1 quarterback, even though former starter Deondre Francois (knee) is expected to be healthy by the fall.

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Tennessee's Rashaan Gaulden says he gave finger to Tide fans because 'I hate Alabama'

Even though his playing days at Tennessee are over, Rashaan Gaulden is still explaining the two-fingered salute he gave to Alabama last season.

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Goaltender interference reviews addressed during NHL's GM meetings

The topic of goaltender interference reviews is being addressed at the NHL's GM meetings in Florida.

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Donato to make Bruins debut against Blue Jackets

Bruins prospect Ryan Donato will make his NHL debut three days after finishing his junior season at Harvard.

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Matt Murray injury update: Penguins G could return Tuesday vs. Islanders

Pittsburgh coach Mike Sullivan confirmed Murray is "an option in goal" for Tuesday's road game barring any setbacks at practice.

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Enigmatic Flyers handle highs and lows of rollercoaster season

In a season of wild swings, the Flyers close in on a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.

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NHL Mixed Bag: Predicting the overcrowded Western Conference playoff race

There are five teams within three points of one another vying for the final three spots in a wild, wild Western Conference playoff picture. Who holds the edge?

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Alabama, UCF ADs trade Twitter zingers over football national championships

What? You thought the debate over whether Alabama or UCF is the true national champ was over? Not when the ADs are tweeting about it.

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Hurricanes GM search being stalled because of low salary offer, says report

The Carolina Hurricanes GM search has hit a snag, with owner Tom Dundon reportedly not meeting the salary demands of some of his interviewed candidates.

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Bruins' David Backes cut by skate blade in net-front collision

The Bruins forward was involved in a scary collision with the Lightning's Yanni Gourde.

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Central Florida hints at national title snub after UMBC upset

The Knights congratulated the Retrievers for their upset over Virginia, while UMBC congratulated UCF for its "national title."

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Ducks D Kevin Bieksa to undergo hand surgery, out 2-5 weeks

In 59 games, Bieksa, 36, has racked up team-high 83 penalty minutes.

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Ilya Kovalchuk confirms NHL comeback plans for 2018

The former Devils and Thrashers superstar still has "gas in my tank" after an MVP performance leading the Olympic Athletes from Russia to an Olympic gold medal.

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Bruins' Backes ejected for hit on Trocheck; suspension coming?

David Backes was ejected from the Bruins game on Thursday for checking for behind less than two weeks after being suspended for a late hit.

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Former Navy football player Caleb King dies in fighter jet crash

King was an inside linebacker and key special teams contribugtor for the Midshipmen from 2009-11, appearing in 38 games over three seasons.

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Predators' Calle Jarnkrok to miss rest of season with upper-body injury

Jarnkrok suffered the injury in Tuesday's win against Winnipeg when he endured a hard check from Jets forward Andrew Copp.

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Oklahoma State's Mike Gundy offers to pay for improved school protection in Stillwater

Gundy said he was willing to do "whatever it takes" to improve the security of the Stillwater Public Schools.

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Coyotes coach Rick Tocchet's mother passes away

Assistant coach John MacLean is leading the team until Tocchet returns.

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Hilary Knight talks life after Olympic gold, 'One League' movement, hanging with SNL cast

After winning Olympic gold, the face of U.S. women's hockey signed to play professionally in Canada instead of the NWHL. She explained that decision and more in a wide-ranging Q&A with Sporting News.

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Joonas Donskoi injury update: Resurgent Sharks F leaves with apparent shoulder injury

Donskoi has come alive since the Sharks acquired Evander Kane last month, scoring six points in seven games since the trade.

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Jared Spurgeon injury update: Wild D (hamstring) to miss at least 4 weeks

The Wild announced Jared Spurgeon is expected to miss a minimum of four weeks to a partial tear of his right hamstring.

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Baylor coach Matt Rhule confirms players 'separated' from team amid sexual assault investigation

McLennan County prosecutors are investigating a report of sexual assault involving football players and members of Baylor’s equestrian team.

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Shea Weber injury update: Canadiens All-Star defenseman out for season

Shea Weber, who signed a 14-year, $110 million contract in 2012, will miss the next six months while recovering from surgery.

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NHL Draft 2018: Tracking each team's lottery odds in race for Rasmus Dahlin

All in for Rasmus Dahlin? Sporting News keeps track of each team's chances to win the No. 1 pick in the 2018 NHL Draft and the right to select the generational Swedish defenseman.

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Rangers vs. Penguins: Time, TV channel, how to watch online

The Penguins can take over first place in the Metropolitan Division with a win, but surely the Rangers will want to play spoiler.

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Penguins injury updates: Goalie Matt Murray, winger Bryan Rust nearing return for Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh is also anticipating the return of winger Bryan Rust, who has missed the last two games with a concussion.

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NHL playoff standings: East, West matchups becoming clearer as picture develops

The NHL's year-over-year standings upheaval have made for an interesting 2018 Stanley Cup playoff race. Here are the current odds and projections for every team still in the hunt.

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Will Jack Eichel, Auston Matthews return from injuries in time for Sabres-Leafs?

Injured stars Jack Eichel and Auston Matthews each took steps toward returning to their respective teams this week, but neither has been cleared for Thursday's Maple Leafs-Sabres game.

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NHL standings: Playoff picture getting clearer in East, West races

The NHL's year-over-year standings upheaval have made for an interesting 2018 Stanley Cup playoff race. Here are the current odds and projections for every team still in the hunt.

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'Holy (expletive), that's a lot': Reaction from D.C. as Ovechkin reaches 600 goals

Alex Ovechkin became the fourth-fastest player in NHL history to record 600 goals on Monday night.

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LSU DB Kristian Fulton, former five-star recruit, fighting two-year NCAA ban

The NCAA has suspended Fulton for two years under its drug-testing policy, but his appeal is based on questioning the handling of a sample.

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Alexander Ovechkin nets 600th career goal

Alexander Ovechkin became the 20th player in NHL history to score 600 career goals.

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Coyotes coach Rick Tocchet takes leave of absence

Assistant coach John MacLean will lead the team until Tocchet returns.

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NHL Mixed Bag: Predicting the Eastern Conference's compelling wild-card race

Three teams for two spots, and two of them don’t seem to want to lose. The Eastern Conference’s wild-card race is ridiculously compelling.

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Patrick Kane score gorgeous game-winner against Bruins

Chicago's right winger scored the go-ahead goal late in the third, ending Boston's six-game winning streak, on Sunday.

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Goaltender interference controversy grows as Dumoulin goal is ruled out in Penguins' loss to Leafs

An apparent Penguins goal by Brian Dumoulin was overturned due to an interference call Saturday night.

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Texas gets commitment from 5-star WR Jordan Whittington

The five-star wide receiver made his announcement via Twitter on Saturday.

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When do the NHL playoffs start? Schedule for road to 2018 Stanley Cup Final

The latest NHL standings, along with playoff odds, projections, and everything else there is to know as the 2017-18 season nears its end.

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Brad Marchand in hot water again after reckless clothesline takes out Anthony Duclair

Brad Marchand has run the gamut on suspendable offenses through his polarizing NHL career, but this might be a new one.

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Stars lose C Martin Hanzal for season with pending back surgery

Hanzal was limited to 38 games this season with five goals and five assists.

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NHL announces esports venture with international tournament

The NHL unveiled plans for its first venture into esports on Friday with the announcement of the 2018 NHL Gaming World Championship.

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Alabama, Nebraska lead top 10 must-see spring games for 2018

Quarterback races and coaching debuts make for the top 10 spring games of 2018. Alabama and Nebraska lead the way heading into April.

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NHL odds, predictions to make playoffs on road to Stanley Cup 2018

AccuScore simulates the rest of the 2017-18 NHL season to predict win totals, division winners and probabilities of reaching the playoffs on the road to the Stanley Cup.

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Alabama's Jalen Hurts gets last laugh honoring bet against Charles Barkley

Jalen Hurts honored his bet that he'd wear an Auburn jersey on campus if Alabama lost the Iron Bowl. But he still got the last laugh against Charles Barkley.

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Who is Tom Dundon? What to know about the Hurricanes' new owner

Everything to know about the Texas billionaire, best known as the primary investor in the Top Golf franchise, including the most pressing question: Will he relocate the Hurricanes?

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Notre Dame QB competition: Sizing up Brandon Wimbush vs. Ian Book

A look at the Notre Dame quarterback competition heading into the 2018 season between Brandon Wimbush and Ian Book: Who starts for the Irish?

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Hurricanes seek 'change of direction,' strip Ron Francis of GM title

Hurricanes' Ron Francis will transition into a new role with the team as president of hockey operations.

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Bruins' David Backes suspended 3 games for hit on Red Wings' Frans Neilsen

David Backes is suspended for interference on the Red Wings' Frans Nielsen during the Bruins' 6-5 overtime win Tuesday.

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Paul Stastny's smarts, skills receiving high marks from new Jets teammates

The newest Jet Paul Stastny has Winnipeg quietly hoping it's poised to make a deep run in the playoffs.

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NHL players vote: Fastest skater, best goalie, toughest player and more

The NHLPA polled league players on many issues, from the sport's most talented players to the best arena, and there were some surprises.

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NCAA surpasses $1 billion mark in annual revenue for the first time

Although the association has come close in recent years, the NCAA reached $1.1 billion in revenue during its 2017 fiscal year.

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Urban Meyer's challenge remains the same at Ohio State — for players and coaches

Ohio State coach Urban Meyer is working with a loaded coaching staff in 2018, and that should keep the Buckeyes focused in their Big Ten title defense.

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Panthers' Nick Bjugstad registers first career hat trick

The Panthers needed every goal they got in a high-scoring affair with the Lightning Tuesday.

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Watch: Devils' Taylor Hall extends point streak to 26 games

Taylor Hall's power-play assist game him a point in 26 consecutive games, tying Patrick Kane for the longest streak in two decades.

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USC WR Joseph Lewis faces five misdemeanor domestic violence charges

The former five-star prospect was arrested on Feb. 12 and now faces several charges relating to domestic violence.

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Brock Boeser injury update: Canucks rookie out 4-6 weeks with fracture in back

Brock Boeser could miss the Canucks' final 16 games. The 21-year-old's 55 points rank second among NHL rookies.

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Auburn players at Combine say Alabama is national champion, not UCF

Auburn sided with rival Alabama on college football's national championship debate.

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Clemson QB competition: Sizing up Kelly Bryant, Trevor Lawrence, Hunter Johnson

Clemson has a decision to make at the quarterback position in 2018 — one that could affect the outcome of their season.

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Charlie McAvoy injury update: Bruins defenseman to miss a month with knee injury

The 20-year-old was injured Saturday and could be sidelined for the rest of the regular season.

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NHL announces Devils, Oilers to play in Sweden; Panthers, Jets to Finland

The select teams will play regular-season games in Europe as part of the 2018 NHL Global Series.

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Alabama will reportedly hire Butch Jones as offensive analyst

Butch Jones will reportedly be hired as an offensive analyst for the Alabama Crimson Tide in 2018.

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Blues lose defenseman Jay Bouwmeester (hip) for season

The defenseman will undergo surgery and forward Scottie Upshall will miss four weeks, the Blues announced Monday.

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For deserving seniors, showcase offers shot at scholarships

The four NFF High School Showcases held throughout the country present deserving graduating seniors one final opportunity to play college football.

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18 early predictions for 2018 college football season

With spring football coming, Sporting News looks at the big games, big names, Heisman and Playoff hype that's coming.

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NHL Mixed Bag: Panthers surge into playoff picture, making most of games in hand

Seemingly forgotten earlier in the season (and a quiet non-player at the trade deadline), the Panthers are flying up the Eastern Conference standings.

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Protest planted seeds for U.S. women's hockey gold, will keep flowering later

Less than a year after nearly boycotting for better treatment, the U.S. women's hockey players are celebrating two groundbreaking wins, on and off the ice.

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Alex Ovechkin making it easy to take another brilliant season for granted

Alex Ovechkin is hard to overlook, and so is the season he's having and the career milestone he's approaching. But in his 13th year, the Capitals superstar is making it look routine.

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NHL Stadium Series: U.S. women's Olympic hockey team honored at intermission

The team spent time signing autographs, participating in skills challenges and sporting their gold medals ahead of their commemoration.

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NHL Stadium Series: Maple Leafs-Capitals delayed after power outage

The Caps and Leafs weren't sure if they were going to be able to play due to weather forecasts, but it was the power that was the problem.

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Charlie McAvoy injury update: Bruins defenseman leaves game with lower-body injury

Bruins rookie defenseman Charlie McAvoy was injured on his opening shift Saturday, and will likely miss the rest of the game, the team announced.

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Rangers G Henrik Lundqvist ties record with 50 saves in consecutive games

Goaltender Henrik Lundqvist recorded his second consecutive game with 50 saves in the Rangers' 3-1 win over the Flames.

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Rice DE Blain Padgett found dead in apartment

The cause of death has not been determined for the 21-year-old defensive end.

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Lane Kiffin checks out potential coaches' wives to make sure they're good recruiters

Lane Kiffin makes sure potential coaches' wives are attractive to see if the man knows how to recruit.

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Stadium Series 2018: Newcomer Plekanec gives Matthews-less Leafs breathing room in stretch run

Tomas Plekanec arrives at an important time for the Maple Leafs: while they're riding out Auston Matthews' absence and gearing up to catch the Lightning and Bruins.

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NHL Stadium Series 2018: Wind rattling outdoor game at Naval Academy, but hasn't blown it off schedule

The NHL, the Maple Leafs and Capitals are all preparing as if Saturday night's outdoor game will not be shut down by weather. Affecting play is another question.

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Nick Saban: QBs Jalen Hurts, Tua Tagovailoa both might have roles

Saban said Hurts, the full-time starter the past two seasons, and Tagovailoa, hero of the national championship game, might share QB duty.

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College football top-25 season previews: What to expect from each team in 2018

Here's everything you need to know about every college football team in Sporting News' way-too-early top 25 poll.

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Alabama football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

Alabama will be a favorite to reach a fifth consecutive College Football Playoff in 2018. But the Tide have several holes to fill and one of the most intriguing quarterback battles in college football.

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Tennessee lands former Stanford starting QB Keller Chryst

The Vols are expected to shift from a spread offense to a more pro-style, power-run scheme, the type that Chryst ran at Stanford.

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Stoneman Douglas alum, Flyers' Shayne Gostisbehere invites hockey team to NHL game

The Flyers defenseman has felt a keen connection to the team and his former high school since a shooting that killed 17 in Parkland, Fla.

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Devils' Taylor Hall extends point streak to 23 games

Taylor Hall now owns the New Jersey Devils' franchise record for the longest single-season points streak after scoring against Florida on Thursday.

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Bruins' Rick Nash scores 20th goal of season in wild first period vs. Penguins

Nash has now 13 seasons with 20 or more goals in his career, second-most among active NHL players.

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Q&A with Paul Bissonnette: Biz Nasty talks transition from playing, social media, Pillow Talk with Tyson Nash

Biz Nasty dishes on his new gig, and how exhausting it is, among other topics.

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Seattle smashes 10K goal for NHL season-ticket deposits in 12 minutes

The new Seattle arena will have a capacity of 17,500, but there were 25,000 season tickets sold on the first day of availability.

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Michigan QB competition: Sizing up Shea Patterson, Brandon Peters, Dylan McCaffrey

Michigan's quarterback competition will help define Jim Harbaugh's fourth year in Ann Arbor. Sporting News breaks down the competition and what to expect this spring.

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NHL Power Rankings: Chase tightens behind Lightning, while Blues, Rangers tumble

The trade deadline passed, and the Lightning still sit atop Sporting News' NHL power rankings, though the Predators, Jets, Bruins and Maple Leafs are closing in on the top spot.

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Clemson football schedule, roster, recruiting and what to watch in 2018

Clemson is looking for a fourth straight ACC championship, not to mention another trip to the College Football Playoff. Who'll lead the way in 2018?

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Seattle’s would-be NHL ownership wants to return NBA to city, too

The ownership group that applied to bring the NHL to Seattle are hoping to land the 32nd hockey team and add an NBA franchise.

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