John Tavares booed mercilessly by Islanders fans in return to Nassau Coliseum

John Tavares left the Islanders to sign a seven-year, $77 million contract with the Maple Leafs this offseason.

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Maple Leafs vs. Islanders: Live score, updates from John Tavares' return to Long Island

John Tavares and the Maple Leafs visit the Islanders in his return to Nassau Coliseum. Follow Sporting News' live scoring updates and highlights from the game.

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Islanders players expect fans 'will be hard' on Maple Leafs' John Tavares

It's not likely to be a friendly atmosphere at the "Old Barn" when former Islanders captain John Tavares returns to Long Island for the first time since signing with Toronto July 1.

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Florida, Miami discuss moving 2019 football opener to Aug. 24, report says

While the two schools are in agreement, the move still needs to be approved by the NCAA.

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Maple Leafs' John Tavares readies for return to Long Island: 'I was proud to be an Islander'

The former Islanders captain will play his first game back on Long Island Thursday.

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Toni Harris makes college football history by signing letter of intent

Toni Harris became the first female position player to earn a football scholarship.

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Mirco Mueller injury update: Devils defenseman stretchered off ice after scary fall

Mirco Mueller lost his balance and fell into the boards in the Devils' matchup with the Flames on Wednesday.

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Jake Gardiner injury update: Maple Leafs defenseman (back) considered 'week-to-week'

The high-scoring defenseman had been the subject of trade rumors leading up to the Feb. 25 NHL trade deadline.

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Wisconsin QB Alex Hornibrook enters transfer portal

Hornibrook is 26-6 in three years as the Badgers' starting quarterback.

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Blackhawks to start Corey Crawford in goal after missing two months with concussion

Crawford had a .902 save percentage and 3.28 goals against average in 23 games before a collision at the net derailed his season.

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NHL Rumor Roundup: What is Matt Duchene's next move?

The implications of Matt Duchene's future plans go beyond the Blue Jackets. Plus, are the Panthers and Flyers gearing up for summer spending sprees?

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Evander Kane calls out NHL for not reviewing Zdeno Chara's hit

Evander Kane used a subtweet after the NHL decided it wasn't going to have a hearing for Zdeno Chara's hit during Tuesday night's game.

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How every NHL prospect traded at 2019 deadline fits with new organization

So your favorite NHL team traded its star player at the deadline for a bunch of unproven prospects. What now? In cases like Ottawa and Anaheim, there's something to look forward to.

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NHL player traded while fiancée was giving birth

Mikael Granlund, who was dealt from the Wild to the Predators on Monday, also celebrates his 27th birthday Tuesday.

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NHL trade deadline winners, losers: Blue Jackets, Golden Knights go big; Flames go home empty-handed

There were two clear winners at the NHL's 2019 trade deadline — Columbus and Vegas. George McPhee added the biggest fish in Mark Stone while Jarmo Kekalainen let the NHL know his squad is all in.

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Blue Jackets GM Jarmo Kekalainen bolsters lineup: ‘I’m glad’ Artemi Panarin, Sergei Bobrovsky are still on team

The Columbus general manager addressed the media following a busy trade deadline.

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Wild, Eric Staal agree to 2-year extension, report says

Staal is in his third season with the Wild and has totaled 41 points on 18 goals with 23 assists in 62 games this year.

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Mark Stone trade grades: Golden Knights nab deadline's biggest prize; Senators complete teardown

Vegas made the biggest splash at the 2019 NHL trade deadline after Mark Stone and Ottawa failed to agree on a long-term contract extension. The Sens can now officially begin the next phase of their rebuild.

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NHL trade news: Penguins acquire Erik Gudbranson from Canucks

Pittsburgh also landed defenseman Chris Wideman from the Panthers for Jean-Sebastien Dea.

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Corey Crawford injury update: Blackhawks goalie (concussion) activated after missing 2 months

Crawford, who suffered the concussion in a Dec. 16 game against the Sharks, also missed 47 games last season with a concussion.

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NHL trade deadline 2019: Biggest deals that went down

Deadline day came and went for the NHL, but teams were plenty busy ahead of Monday's 3 p.m. ET cutoff.

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NHL trade news: Bruins acquire Marcus Johansson from Devils

One of Johansson's new teammates is Brad Marchand, who laid a brutal hit on Johansson last year that left him with a concussion.

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NHL trade news: Predators acquire Wayne Simmonds from Flyers, report says

Philadelphia will reportedly receive Ryan Hartman and a 2020 fourth-round pick from Nashville in exchange.

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NHL trade news: Senators send Mark Stone to Golden Knights, report says

Ottawa will reportedly receive Erik Brannstrom, Oscar Lindberg and a 2020 second-round pick from Las Vegas for Stone.

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NHL trade news: Rangers deal Kevin Hayes to Jets for Brendan Lemieux, draft picks

New York previously traded winger Mats Zuccarello to the Stars over the weekend.

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NHL trade news: Blue Jackets acquire goaltender Keith Kinkaid from Devils

New Jersey received a fifth-round pick in the 2022 NHL Draft from Columbus in exchange for the veteran.

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NHL trade rumors: Live grades, news updates on 2019 trade deadline day

Follow Sporting News' NHL trade tracker for live grades and the latest news and rumors on 2019 deadline day.

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NHL trade news: Sharks acquire Gustav Nyquist from Red Wings

Nyquist has tallied 15 goals and 33 assists in 61 games for the Red Wings this season.

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Shane Doan becomes first player in Coyotes history to have number retired

After a 21-year run in the Coyotes organization, Shane Doan's No. 19 was retired on Sunday.

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NHL trade news: Sabres acquire Brandon Montour from Ducks

Anaheim received Brendan Guhle and a conditional draft pick in the deal.

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Rangers goalie Henrik Lundqvist chokes up while discussing Mats Zuccarello trade

The Rangers traded Zuccarello to the Stars on Saturday in return for draft picks.

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Mats Zuccarello injury update: Stars' deadline prize exits first game after trade

Dallas acquired Zuccarello from the Rangers on Saturday in exchange for two conditional draft picks.

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Blue Jackets, Ryan Dzingel sound open to extension

After acquiring Ryan Dzingel from the Senators, the Blue Jackets are hoping to sign him to a long-term extension.

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Devante Smith-Pelly on demotion from Capitals: 'I was surprised'

What came as an even bigger surprise to Smith-Pelly was the fact that he went unclaimed by the rest of the NHL.

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Braxton Burmeister to transfer from Oregon to Virginia Tech, join Hokies' QB group

Braxton Burmeister backed up Justin Herbert for two seasons in Eugene.

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NHL trade rumors: Blue Jackets still listening to offers for Artemi Panarin after deals

The Blue Jackets look like they're loading up for a run, but they are still open to dealing their best player.

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Stadium Series 2019: Flyers' Wayne Simmonds' hit on Penguins' Brian Dumoulin sparks heated scrum

Wayne Simmonds caught Brian Dumolin in the chin with a hit in the first period on Saturday and Kris Letang wasn't happy.

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NHL trade rumors: Stars acquire Mats Zuccarello from Rangers for draft picks

The Stars have needed help on offense for a good portion of the season and Mats Zuccarello can give them that.

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NHL trade rumors: Four teams are 'serious suitors' for Senators' Mark Stone

The Senators are still trying hard to re-sign Mark Stone, but if they can't get it done, there is a good chance he will be dealt.

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NHL trade rumors: Panthers trading Derick Brassard less than a month after acquiring him?

Brassard joined Florida on Feb. 1 via trade from Pittsburgh.

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NHL trade rumors: Senators talks for F Ryan Dzingel 'gaining traction'

Ryan Dzingel was held out of games Thursday and Friday as the team is looking to deal him before the deadline Monday.

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Penguins-Flyers weather update: Outdoor game to start on time despite rain concerns

The NHL is monitoring weather conditions and "will adjust accordingly" if the forecast changes for Saturday's game.

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NHL trade news: Rangers, Devils hold out players as trade deadline looms

With the trade deadline on Monday, the Rangers and Devils are protecting their popular trade assets ahead of today's matchup.

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SN Live: NHL trade news: Rangers, Devils hold out players as trade deadline looms

With the trade deadline on Monday, the Rangers and Devils are protecting their popular trade assets ahead of today's matchup.

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Jordan Staal injury update: Hurricanes forward returns to lineup

Carolina forward Jordan Staal had been sidelined since being diagnosed with a concussion. He has missed 32 of the Canes' past 34 games.

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NHL trade news: Stars acquire Ben Lovejoy from Devils for Connor Carrick

Dallas, New Jersey swap defensemen, with Connor Carrick heading to the Devils along with a third-round pick in 2019 NHL Draft.

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Matt Duchene 'excited' to join Blue Jackets; new team welcomes offensive threat

The Blue Jackets win their first game with their new No. 1 center, who was acquired earlier in the day.

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Matt Duchene trade grades: Blue Jackets turn to rebuilding Senators for No. 1 center

Columbus adds a top-flight scorer and playmaker to an already potent offense. Ottawa stockpiles more prospects and picks as it continues to reshape its roster.

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Capitals re-sign defenseman Nick Jensen after trading him hours earlier

The three-year NHL player was dealt to Washington in exchange for a second-round pick in the 2020 draft and defenseman Madison Bowey.

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Alabama, West Virginia agree to football home-and-home in 2026-27

The Crimson Tide will play a true nonconference road game for the first time since 2011 when they travel to play the Mountaineers.

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Connor McDavid suspended 2 games for illegal check on Islanders' Nick Leddy

Connor McDavid has been suspended after checking Islanders defenseman Nick Leddy in the head in Thursday's game.

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NHL trade rumors: Blue Jackets reportedly deal for Senators F Matt Duchene

Columbus (33-23-3) is just one point behind Carolina (32-23-6) for the final wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference.

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Five stats around Nikita Kucherov's second straight 100-point season

Nikita Kucherov was the first player in the NHL this season to hit the 100-point mark.

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NHL trade rumors: Florida Panthers ask Mike Hoffman for 10-team no-trade list

Florida has already been selling as the trade deadline approaches and it looks as though the sale isn't quite over.

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NHL trade news: Senators, Devils hold out several players as deadline approaches

The matchup between the Senators and Devils is going to be a little light Thursday.

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SN Q&A: Jeremy Roenick on NHL trade deadline, Carter Hart, 'old-fashioned' Don Cherry

Never one to shy away, Jeremy Roenick provides musings on everything from the NHL trade deadline to how he would love to be a part of the Hurricanes' post-game celebrations.

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NHL trade news: Capitals get Carl Hagelin from Kings

The veteran forward moves to his third team this season.

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NHL trade rumors: Predators may want to acquire, extend Matt Duchene

Duchene, 28, has scored 27 goals and added 31 assists for Ottawa this season.

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Ducks reportedly agree to 5-year extension with LW Jakob Silfverberg

Jakob Silfverberg's deal is expected to carry a $5.25 million average annual value.

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NHL trade rumors: Bruins acquire F Charlie Coyle from Wild

The Bruins have added some depth to their offense.

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Flyers' Radko Gudas suspended 2 games for high-stick

The defenseman will miss Thursday's game at the Canadiens and Saturday's intra-state rivalry showdown against the Penguins.

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Capitals waive forward Devante Smith-Pelly

Smith-Pelly re-signed in July on a one-year, $1 million contract after the Capitals won the Stanley Cup.

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Alabama's Nick Saban 'going back to the well' with latest coaching staff

Alabama's latest coaching staff reflects what looks like a concerted effort by Nick Saban to get back to basics. How will that reflect in 2019?

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Predecessor Jerry Kill on Minnesota coach P.J. Fleck: 'He’s about himself'

"Sometimes ego gets carried away," Kill said in a Tuesday interview with SiriusXM College's "Big Ten Today."

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Major Applewhite returning to Nick Saban’s Alabama staff, report says

Applewhite, fired in December after two seasons as Houston's head coach, was Nick Saban's first offensive coordinator at Alabama in 2007.

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‘He s—t his pants’: John Tortorella’s graphic reasoning for Artemi Panarin’s absence against Canadiens

John Tortorella offered unfiltered comments in regards to why Artemi Panarin was not playing against the Canadiens.

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NHL Trade Rumors: Could Wayne Simmonds be headed to the Boston Bruins?

In need of secondary scoring help, Wayne Simmonds could be a fit for the Bruins ahead of the trade deadline

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NHL Rumor Roundup: Senators slap for-sale sign on Matt Duchene. Is Mark Stone next?

Ottawa's trade deadline firesale almost certainly includes Matt Duchene, and Matt Stone, Ryan Dzingel and Cody Ceci could join him. Plus rumblings from the NHL rumor mill around Artemi Panarin, the Wild and more.

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Ducks' waive veteran winger Patrick Eaves

The journeyman has had a difficult time staying healthy over the past two seasons.

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Former Colorado player, Seahawks draftee shot to death over parking dispute

T.J. Cunningham was part of four bowl teams at Colorado in the 1990s and was drafted by the Seahawks in 1996.

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Former Virginia Tech QB Josh Jackson transferring to Maryland

Jackson is expected to graduate this spring, which would make him immediately eligible in 2019.

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Nikita Kucherov continues prolific run with five-point night against Blue Jackets

After a standout five-point evening, Lightning winger Nikita Kucherov is one tally shy of the century mark.

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Kyle Okposo injury update: Sabres winger being evaluated, but did not suffer concussion in fight

Okposo, who was knocked down in a fight Friday night, was hospitalized in a neurological ICU in 2017.

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NHL trade rumors: Mats Zuccarello's four best fits as Rangers sell at deadline

The longtime Ranger and fan favorite has been on showcase for potential buyers at this year's NHL trade deadline. There are at least four teams that make sense as a destination.

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Ducks retire Scott Niedermayer's No. 27 to rafters

The team honored Niedermayer on Sunday with a pregame ceremony ahead of Anaheim's 5-2 win over the Capitals.

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Hurricanes turn Don Cherry's rant into 'bunch of jerks' T-shirt

Carolina has embraced the commentator's epic rant opposing the team's post-game win celebrations in the most hilarious ways.

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NHL trade tracker 2019: Rumors, completed deals as deadline nears

It can be difficult to separate truth from rumor around the NHL trade deadline. Here's an updated list of every completed deal before the 2019 cutoff on Feb. 25.

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Ducks' Ryan Miller becomes NHL's winningest U.S.-born goalie

Miller made 23 saves in Sunday's 5-2 victory over the Capitals to earn his 375th career victory.

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Anaheim Ducks retire Stanley Cup hero Scott Niedermayer's No. 27

Niedermayer spent his final five seasons in Anaheim and led the Ducks to their first Stanley Cup title.

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Steve Spurrier, Trent Richardson give new AAF old-school SEC swagger

The AAF has had a strong SEC flavor through its first two weeks. It should do its best to keep Steve Spurrier, Trent Richardson and others out front in Year 1.

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NHL trade rumors: Senators plan to move Matt Duchene; Blue Jackets, Predators interested

Duchene ranks second on Ottawa with 27 goals and 29 assists in 49 games this season.

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Don Cherry disapproves Hurricanes' celebrations: 'These guys are jerks'

"If you want to do it, do it before, but that is absolutely ridiculous," Cherry said Saturday during his rant on "Hockey Night in Canada."

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NHL trade news: Oilers reacquire forward Sam Gagner in trade with Canucks

Edmonton trades F Ryan Spooner to the Canucks for Gagner, a former first-round pick who played his first seven seasons for the Oilers.

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NHL trade news: Flyers acquire G Cam Talbot from Oilers for Anthony Stolarz

The Flyers have acquired a backup for young star Carter Hart.

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Islanders will play at Nassau Coliseum in first round if they make playoffs

The Islanders have split their home games in 2019 between the Barclays Center and the Nassau Coliseum.

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Alabama names Steve Sarkisian as OC, announces eight new coaches

A mass exodus of Alabama coaches after the 2019 season has led to several new hires, which were announced on Friday.

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Justin Schultz injury update: Penguins activate defenseman off injured reserve

Schultz's status for Saturday's matchup against the Calgary Flames remains a game-time decision.

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Brandon Dubinsky injury update: Blue Jackets place center on injured reserve

Dubinsky, who had been considered day-to-day, has missed the Blue Jackets' last four games with a hip injury.

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Former Penn State wide receiver Juwan Johnson announces commitment to Oregon

Juwan Johnson, who caught 81 passes in his Nittany Lions career, says he will play for the Ducks as a graduate transfer.

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NHL Rumor Roundup: Artemi Panarin's free-agent plans open new round of trade speculation

Artemi Panarin's agent swap created a possible new wrinkle in his future two weeks ahead of the 2019 NHL trade deadline. Plus, a couple big-name veterans could be on the move in Southern California.

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Ranking college football's best transfer quarterbacks for 2019 season

The NCAA's recent transfer rules changes have resulted in myriad high-profile moves — especially among quarterbacks. Ranking the best eligible to play in 2019:

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John Gibson injury update: Ducks goalie heading to IR

Gibson was an early season favorite to win the Vezina Trophy, but with Anaheim in last place in the West, there's little reason to push him.

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MAC continues prioritizing mental health awareness with latest summit

The Mid-American Conference is continuing to promote awareness and discussions about mental health, evidenced by its mental health summit this week.

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Missouri coach Barry Odom calls out Tennessee for recruiting his players

A bowl ban tied to NCAA violations means Missouri seniors-to-be can transfer and be eligible immediately.

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NCAA considering improved accreditation requirements for strength and conditioning coaches

Brian Hainline, chief medical officer of the NCAA's Sports Science Institute, says the NCAA is considering bolstering accreditation standards for strength and conditioning coaches “in the next year or two.”

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Rivalry Series 2019: Team USA claims one-goal victory in chippy opener

Team USA and Team Canada reminded the world that there is no love lost between the two best squads in women's international hockey.

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Could Dallas Eakins be the next head coach of the Ducks?

The former Oilers' coach is currently at the helm of Anaheim's AHL affiliate the San Diego Gulls

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NHL suspends Penguins C Evgeni Malkin one game for high-sticking

Malkin will miss Pittsburgh's game against the Oilers on Wednesday. His 56 points give him the team's third highest total in 2018-19.

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Bruins' David Pastrnak undergoes thumb procedure after fall

Pastrnak is expected to be out the next two weeks, then will be re-evaluated by the team.

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Ole Miss football vacates 33 wins as 'last part of this process'

The Rebels were hit with 15 Level I violations under Hugh Freeze, but Monday’s news stretches back to Houston Nutt’s tenure in Oxford.

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Penguins' Evgeni Malkin ejected after swinging stick at Flyer

“I’m not trying to hit his face. … I know it's dirty, but I missed,” said Malkin, who faces a hearing Tuesday with the NHL.

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When is the NHL trade deadline 2019? Date, latest news, rumors, top sellers

The 2019 NHL trade deadline is right around the corner and teams are already wheelin' and dealin'. Here is your one-stop shop for all the latest trade news and rumors.

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Rivalry Series 2019: Shelly Picard poised to return to USA Hockey's blueline

It's been almost three years since Shelly Picard last suited up for the USWNT, and five since she left heartbroken in Sochi.

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NHL trade rumors: Top 10 players most likely to be dealt at the 2019 deadline

The 2019 NHL trade deadline is quickly approaching with stars like Matt Duchene, Artemi Panarin and Sergei Bobrovsky in the rumor mill. Here are the 10 players among them most likely to switch jerseys by Feb. 25.

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Evgeni Malkin injury update: Penguins center probable Monday vs. Flyers

Malkin, who has been dealing with a lower-body injury, will be a game-time decision for the intrastate rivalry game at Philadelphia.

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Leafs' John Tavares has 'absolutely no regrets' over leaving Islanders

The veteran center will return to Nassau Coliseum to face his former team on Feb. 28.

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Panthers' Roberto Luongo moves into second place for career appearances by a goaltender

Luongo is now only behind Martin Brodeur after making his 1,030th appearance.

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Ducks' GM Bob Murray takes over as interim head coach, was only 'fair' decision

Murray will be making his coaching debut Feb.13 against the Vancouver Canucks.

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Hurricanes' Scott Darling to take leave of absence from team

Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Scott Darling is taking some time away from the team to deal with personal matters.

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Ducks fire coach Randy Carlyle, name GM Bob Murray as interim coach

Murray currently serves as the Ducks' executive vice president and general manager.

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Penguins' Phil Kessel after loss to Lightning: 'I need to be better'

It was Pittsburgh's fourth straight loss and Kessel's fourth consecutive game without recording a point.

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Bruins' Patrice Bergeron honored ahead of 1,000th game

The veteran center capped Saturday's pregame ceremony with three points, including the overtime winner to beat the Kings.

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Flames' James Neal loses teeth after being high-sticked

"That's why there are dentists, right," Flames coach Bill Peters told reporters after Calgary's 4-3 loss to the Canucks.

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Sharks' Joe Thornton ties Gordie Howe for ninth all-time in career assists

Joe Thornton added to his legacy Saturday night, as he tied Gordie Howe for ninth all-time in assists.

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Sidney Crosby passes Mario Lemieux to become Pens' leader in games played

Sidney Crosby further etched his name in Pittsburgh lore on Saturday, as he surpassed Mario Lemieux for the most games played as a Penguin.

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Patrice Bergeron captures game-winner to cap off celebration

After being honored for playing in over 1,000 games, Bergeron blasted the game winner in overtime to give the Bruins the victory over the Kings.

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Dabo Swinney says Clemson may have given suspended players banned substance by mistake

Three Clemson players suspended ahead of the 2018 College Football Playoff — including Dexter Lawrence — may have been given the banned substance by Clemson.

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NHL trade news: Canadiens acquire Dale Weise, Christian Folin from Flyers

Habs acquire forward Dale Weise and defenseman Christian Folin from the Flyers for defenseman David Schlemko and forward Byron Froese.

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Canes defenseman Jaccob Slavin saves three goals in win over Rangers

Carolina defeated New York 3-0 thanks in part to Jaccob Slavin coming up with some big stops.

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Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh wants to see Tom Brady statue on campus

Jim Harbaugh wants a Tom Brady statue to be built on the campus following New England's victory in Super Bowl 53.

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NHL trade deadline: Blue Jackets' Artemi Panarin wants to test free agency after season

There will be a lot of teams interested in Panarin if the Blue Jackets decide to shop the All-Star before the Feb. 25 trade deadline.

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Justin Fields approved for immediate eligibility at Ohio State in 2019

Justin Fields, who transferred from Georgia, will be immediately eligible to play at Ohio State in 2019 after submitting a hardship waiver to the NCAA.

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Longtime Vanderbilt AD David Williams dies a week after stepping down

Williams led the Commodores' athletic department for 15 years and also served as vice chancellor at the school.

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Boston Pride's Jillian Dempsey ready for 2019 NWHL All-Star Game: 'I'm so excited'

Boston Pride forward Jillian Dempsey is tied for second in the NWHL this season with nine goals.

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Maryland DB hospitalized as precaution after falling ill during team workout

The incident occurred more than eight months after Jordan McNair suffered heat stroke during a team workout May 29.

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Best bets — other than Bama or Clemson — to win national championship next

When it comes to college football, it's Alabama's and Clemson's world. But who are the next-most-likely teams to win a national championship? SN's take:

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Former Texas quarterback Shane Buechele transferring to SMU

Buechele appeared in two games during Texas’ 10-4 season in 2018.

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Former Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops takes over XFL franchise

The XFL is set to begin play in February 2020 with eight franchises.

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10 best recruiting schools since 2010: Who follows Alabama?

Alabama's string of seven consecutive No. 1 recruiting classes ended in 2018, but the Tide are still by far the best overall recruiting team in the country. But who follows behind?

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Ranking Nick Saban's Alabama teams

With another national title Monday night, ranking Nick Saban's best Alabama teams gets more difficult because they're all good.

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Ranking the No. 1 recruiting classes since 2000

Which class was the best: Alabama in 2011 or 2012, USC in 2005 or Texas' loaded 2002 class?

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Jim Harbaugh, Michigan must make Big Ten breakthrough with top-ranked class

Michigan's 2019 recruiting class is tops in the Big Ten, the first time that's happened since 2007. It needs to be a first step toward Jim Harbaugh's next breakthrough.

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Ohio State's Justin Fields could be college football's most intriguing star in 2019 — if he plays

The combination Ryan Day and Mike Yurcich at Ohio State could make Justin Fields one of college football's most intriguing players in 2019 — if he plays.

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Matt Murray injury update: Penguins G 'day-to-day' with upper-body injury

Murray, 24, has already missed time this season because of a concussion and an unspecified lower-body injury.

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IIHF Hall of Fame 2019: Hayley Wickenheiser, Mike Modano, Miroslav Satan highlight new class

The IIHF Hall of Fame announced its 2019 class and some of the biggest names on the international stage will join its hallowed halls in May.

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National Signing Day 2019: One big thing for each top-10 class

National Signing Day is pretty much finished, meaning the top-10 classes from the 2019 cycle have been cemented. One big thing from each top-10 class this year:

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Mikko Koivu injury update: Wild captain out for season with torn ACL, meniscus

The team announced that Koivu would miss the rest of the season after tearing his ACL and meniscus Tuesday.

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National Signing Day: Eight weird stories from college football's top recruits

National Signing Day is not without its weird moments. Here are some that have stood out over the last 10-plus years:

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NHL Rumor Roundup: Panthers could target Artemi Panarin, Sergei Bobrovsky before trade deadline

It's a popular belief both Blue Jackets stars could take their talents to South Beach sooner or later, plus more trade deadline rumblings around the Blackhawks, Hurricanes and Jets.

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The best high school football player you ever saw: Sporting News makes its picks

Who was the best high school football player you ever saw? Sporting News staff give their insights, including on a player who was chosen No. 1 overall in the NFL Draft.

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Texas, Texas A&M back among elite recruiters, especially in Lone Star State

Texas and Texas A&M's growing rivalry on the recruiting trail — especially in Texas — suggest these teams are building toward something special.

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Auburn players suggest Georgia paid off 5-star WR George Pickens after commitment flip

No one saw George Pickens switching his commitment from Auburn to Georgia on National Signing Day, and a pair of Tigers have some thoughts as to why it happened.

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NHL trade news: Predators acquire Brian Boyle from Devils for draft pick

The 34-year-old is set to become an unrestricted free agent following the 2018-19 season.

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Justin Fields explains decision to transfer to Ohio State

Fields played in 12 of Georgia's 14 games as a freshman but saw limited action behind sophomore starter Jake Fromm.

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Flyers place Jori Lehtera on waivers as he faces drug charges in Finland

Flyers GM Chuck Fletcher announced the decision Wednesday that Lehtera would no longer be with the team.

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Michigan RB Chris Evans, top returning rusher, no longer with team, school confirms

Evans explained Tuesday on Twitter that he is dealing with academic issues and he has no plans to leave the university.

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College football National Signing Day: The best 2019 signings, classes

Follow along as Sporting News tracks the biggest signings in college football's National Signing Day.

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National Signing Day 2019: Punter signs with Miami (Fla.) on Wednesday, Australia time

Louis Hedley gave himself and the Hurricanes some publicity by signing a letter of intent Down Under.

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Capitals star Alex Ovechkin becomes highest-scoring Russian player in NHL history

The Capitals star recorded a secondary assist on a T.J. Oshie goal in the first period against the Canucks on Tuesday.

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Texas governor trying to resurrect Texas-Texas A&M rivalry

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said he would "work" with other representatives to revive the rivalry between the Longhorns and the Aggies.

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Alabama 5-star recruit Eyabi Anoma in transfer portal, report says

Anoma was considered the No. 4 overall prospect in the nation in the 2018 recruiting class.

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Maple Leafs close to signing Auston Matthews to contract extension, report says

Auston Matthews looks like he could sign soon with the Maple Leafs for an additional five years.

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Bid for Islanders to host Stanley Cup submitted by Nassau County representative

Laura Curren wrote a letter to the NHL expressing the desire for the Islanders to host the Stanley Cup at Nassau Coliseum.

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Syracuse to retire career sacks leader Tim Green’s No. 72 as he fights ALS

The ceremony for retiring Green's jersey will be on Sept. 14, Syracuse's home opener against Clemson.

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Alex Edler injury update: Canucks D (facial injury) stays in Philly after scary fall

Edler, 32, is in his 13th season with Vancouver. He has totaled 20 points on five goals and 15 assists in 2018-19.

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Canucks D Alex Edler stretched off ice after scary fall

Edler, 32, is in his 13th season with Vancouver. He has totaled 20 points on five goals and 15 assists in 2018-19.

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Capitals' sign netminder Pheonix Copley to three-year contract extension

Pheonix Copley was rewarded for his solid season with a new contract extension that will see him D.C. for at least three more seasons.

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Art Briles interviewing to be Southern Miss offensive coordinator, report says

Briles has been out of college coaching Baylor fired him in 2016 amid questions about how his program handled sexual misconduct claims.

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Ranking college football teams by Super Bowl winners

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

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Tuukka Rask becomes winningest goalie in Bruins history

Rask secured victory No. 253 on Sunday as Boston beat Washington for the first time since March 29, 2014, snapping a 14-game skid.

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Florida State dismisses Deondre Francois from team after alleged domestic dispute

The school announced on Sunday the junior quarterback had been dismissed from the team by coach Willie Taggart.

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Red Wings finally retire Red Kelly's No. 4 in Detroit

Red Kelly won four Stanley Cups in Detroit and eight total during his Hall of Fame career.

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Penguins' Evgeni Malkin to miss at least two games with upper-body injury

Pittsburgh's Evgeni Malkin has 55 points in 50 games this season but will not suit up for the next two games.

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Kansas F Silvio De Sousa ruled ineligible by NCAA until after next season

"His guardian received payment from a university booster and agent and agreed to receive... funds from the same person," a statement read.

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NHL trade news: Penguins send Derick Brassard to Panthers in 4-player deal

Pittsburgh acquired Nick Bjugstad and Jared McCann in the deal with Florida.

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NHL to mark Black History Month for first time with special initiatives, museum tour

The NHL and players union will highlight players and pioneers throughout the month online, on social media and with special TV programming.

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SEC distributes $43.1M to each member school for 2017-18, up more than $2M

The 14 SEC schools split $627.1 million in total conference revenue for the 2017-18 fiscal year that ended Aug. 31.

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