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Matvei Michkov set to return to Flyers lineup for Game 6 after healthy scratch

The Philadelphia Flyers are getting ready to hopefully close out the first-round series against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Wednesday night and appear to be bringing their promising young winger back into the lineup after the controversial scratch. With the speculation in full force and rumor mills working overtime, the Flyers took to the ice this morning for an optional skate ahead of Wednesday’s Game 6 against the Penguins. And from the looks of things, there appears to be a few question...

Former Liverpool midfielder vowed to prove Manchester United wrong after being rejected at 16-years-old

A former Liverpool midfielder has revealed that he vowed to prove wrong after being let go as a sixteen-year-old. After spending half a decade at Liverpool’s arch-rivals United, ex-Scotland international was eventually released after he was told he wasn’t quite good enough. Following this disappointment, McAllister signed for hometown club Motherwell and would spend four […] The post Former Liverpool midfielder vowed to prove Manchester United wrong after being rejected at 16-years-old appea...

Christian Mbilli elevated to WBC super middleweight champion

Christian Mbilli won’t need another win to elevate his WBC interim super middleweight title to the real thing, as Mauricio Sulaiman and co. held an event today to announce his ascension. They had previously ordered Mbilli (29-0-1, 24 KO), who ran over Maciej Sulecki for the belt last June before defending it in a punishing […]

Hoopaholic’s Gazette: Thinking Past the Bedevilment

Today’s new word learned while reading too much stuff during breakfast: Anvilicious. Which I am using to describe “having an experience so harsh so vile that it’s like being hit with extreme prejudice over the head with an anvil.” Like watching the Cardinals getting drawn and quartered at Cameron Indoor as if Mel Gibson in […]

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NHL suspends Bryan Rust for three games

Bryan Rust has been suspended by the NHL for three games over a check to the head of Vancouver’s Brock Boeser. The video states: During net-front scramble at the Penguins’ goal, Boeser looks to collect the puck as Rust skates in from the slot. As Boeser finds the puck and attempts to play it towards […]

Want to See What It’s Like to Train with Alex Bregman?

Fun video today from Eric Sim, a former Giants minor leaguer who has since made a name for himself in the baseball-connected content world. For example, Sim put together a video on what it’s like to train with new Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman for a day. Surprise! Bregman works really hard on his training every day! Primarily, it’s just entertaining to watch, but it does also give you a little behind-the-scenes look at what someone like Alex Bregman is doing to stay in top baseball...

Dom Hamel claimed by Yankees

The New York Yankees have claimed pitcher Dom Hamel on waivers from the Texas Rangers, it was announced today. The Rangers had designated Hamel for assignment to make room on the 40 man roster for newly signed reliever Jakob Junis. If you aren’t familiar with Dom Hamel, that’s understandable. The Rangers claimed him on waivers […]

By the Numbers: Preview for Purdue vs. Indiana

Typically we take a look at the stats following a game for our ‘By the Numbers’ series but moving forward we will start mixing in a preview that takes a look at some important numbers heading into each matchup the Boilers will have. This first installment will feature a big game for the Boilers as […]

Craig Berube on the lessons the current Leafs can take away from Darryl Sittler’s address: “The pride of the Leafs, what is expected, and the standard here”

Ahead of Tuesday’s game, Craig Berube discussed the 50th anniversary of Darryl Sittler’s 10-point game, starting Joseph Woll, and the challenge against the Buffalo Sabres. Darryl Sittler and Tiger Williams both spoke with you and the team today. Knowing your playing-day tendencies, was Tiger the more thrilling experience for you? Berube: Haha, no, it was […] The post Craig Berube on the lessons the current Leafs can take away from Darryl Sittler’s address: “The pride of the Leafs, what is ex...

Fiorentina vs Como: Lineups and how to watch

Late news Paolo Vanoli just went crazy. Fiorentina clearly doesn’t care about the Coppa Italia. But hey, at least we can get a look at Luis Balbo, who’s making his senior debut. Lineups Fiorentina (4-3-3): Christensen; Balbo, Ranieri, Comuzzo, Fortini; Bresciani, Fagioli, Ndour; Fazzini, Piccoli, Harrison Como (4-2-3-1): Butez; Moreno, Diego Carlos, Ramón, van der […]

10 Thoughts on NFL Championship Weekend: Sam Darnold’s ultimate redemption

1. I’ll admit, I’ve repeatedly cast side-eye at the Seattle Seahawks’ chances of winning it all because I simply couldn’t get behind trusting Sam Darnold, despite his come-up from his early days with the New York Jets. His mid-season spluttering seemed to justify that skepticism, and thrashing a beat-up 49ers defense in the Divisional Round […]

Why the Trail Blazers Struggle with Late-Game Inbounds Plays

By most measures, the Portland Trail Blazers have had a successful season. They carry a record close to .500 after enduring a mammoth list of injuries. They’re operating without a point guard and they shoot terribly but they still manage middle-of-the-road offensive production. Their defense is decent, their rebounding good. 2025-26 probably won’t go down […]

Courtney Vandersloot Makes Acting Debut

The acting bug is in the air for the former Zags. Not too long ago, it was Gonzaga legend Jeremy Pargo who expanded his resume to writing, producing, and starring in “The Final Play” movie. The romantic comedy was created by his own production company, Pargo Productions, and can be viewed on Amazon Prime Video […]

Aston Villa Make £11.3m Tammy Abraham Signing for League Title Chase

Tammy Abraham is back at Aston Villa, and this time it’s on a permanent deal, not just a loan. The announcement came Monday- AVFC have signed the 28-year-old English international, from AS Roma (who sent him out on loan to Besiktas) for €13 million (£11.3m/$15.6m). Perhaps the addition of Tammy Abraham will help the Villans […] The post Aston Villa Make £11.3m Tammy Abraham Signing for League Title Chase appeared first on The Sports Bank .

Better Know Your Blue Jays 40-Man: Jonatan Clase

Jonatan Clase is a 23-year-old (24 in May), switch-hitting outfielder from Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. He came to us in trade from the Mariners, along with catcher Jacob Sharp, for Yimi Garcia. Sharp played in New Hampshire in 2025, hitting .161/.271/.206 in 68 games He has played 60 major league games, and lost his rookie […]