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Yankees news: Stacking up the AL East rivals

New York Daily News | Peter Sblendorio: The major business for the Yankees seems to be done for the winter, after the team agreed to terms with Cody Bellinger last week. That makes Belli the biggest addition (or retread) of the club alongside the returning Trent Grisham and new Yankees pitcher Ryan Weathers. It’s not […]

Late game execution earns the Raptors another win

For the fifth and final game of their road-trip, the Toronto Raptors faced the Oklahoma City Thunder, clinching their fourth-straight victory, to the tune of 103-101. This was the first of their two contests this season, but Oklahoma City hasn’t lost at home to Toronto since 2022, a streak that the Raptors have now finally […]

Craig Berube on the Leafs’ energy on the bench during a fourth straight loss: “It’s quiet, and that’s not going to help… You have to cheer for your teammate, and you have to have energy no matter the situation”

Craig Berube addressed the media after his team’s 4-1 loss to the Colorado Avalanche, which dropped the Maple Leafs’ record to 24-19-9. On his takeaways from the loss: I thought we came out and were fine. We made two puck-play mistakes, and it was in our net. Execution was the cause of a couple of […] The post Craig Berube on the Leafs’ energy on the bench during a fourth straight loss: “It’s quiet, and that’s not going to help… You have to cheer for your teammate, and you have to have energ...

Recap: Brock Nelson hat trick lifts Avs over Leafs 4-1

Brock Nelson wasted no time showing why the Avalanche went out and paid him. The veteran center torched the Maple Leafs for a hat trick as Colorado kicked off its three-game road trip with a convincing 4–1 win Sunday afternoon at Scotiabank Arena.  Nelson scored twice early and added an empty-netter late to finish with his 26th and 27th […]

Player review: Robbie Ray

2025 stats: 32 GS, 182.1 IP, 3.65 ERA, 3.93 FIP, 109 ERA+, 1.212 WHIP, 9.2 K/9, 3.6 BB/9, 1.1 HR/9, 2.2 fWAR Robbie Ray was an All-Star in 2025. At least, up until the All-Star break. His 2.65 ERA led the club into the July recess. At that point in the season, he ranked in […]

Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Colorado Avalanche – Game #52 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info

It doesn’t get any easier, to say the least, for the slumping Maple Leafs in this Sunday matinee against the probable 2025-26 President’s Trophy winners (1:30 p.m. EST, TSN4). Game Day Quotes Craig Berube on the many challenges presented by the Avalanche: Definitely, the speed at which they way play is high-end. It is about […] The post Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Colorado Avalanche – Game #52 Projected Lines, Preview & TV Info appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .

Today in Jays History: Jays Pickup Tom Henke

39 years ago, Major League Baseball held the final of four free-agent compensation drafts. Blue Jays picked Tom Henke from the Texas Rangers, grabbing a big piece of their future contending teams in the form of the shutdown closer. What isn’t usually mentioned is the huge stroke of good fortune involved in them landing Henke […]

Preview: Beleaf Colorado will get revenge in Toronto

Today the Colorado Avalanche depart the friendly confines of home and embark on a four-game Canadian road trip during the coldest part of the year — pack your mittens. A change of scenery is welcome, however, as the Avalanche weren’t as successful as they’d hoped to be in a just concluded seven-game home stand where […]

Sunday Habs Headlines: Juraj Slafkovský hoping to have a career like Marian Hossa’s

Montreal Canadiens news and notes “I’ve always wanted to be successful. I’m always striving for perfection,” Juraj Slafkovský explains. The success he’s chasing is a career like compatriot Marian Hossa enjoyed. [ TVA Sports ] Slafkovský has loved every minute he’s spent in Montreal and doesn’t understand why it is an unpopular destination for free agents. [ TVA Sports ] Jake Evans said the penalty kill cost the Canadiens the game in Boston, and admits that he was a big part of...

Avalanche vs. Maple Leafs Prediction: Odds, Picks, Best Bets – Sunday, January 25, 2026

The Colorado Avalanche are predicted by sportsbooks to beat the Toronto Maple Leafs when they meet up on Sunday at 1:30 p.m. ET, with the visiting Avalanche at -184 on the moneyline, and the Maple Leafs big underdogs at +153. Watch the NHL on Fubo! Avalanche vs. Maple Leafs Favorite, Moneyline, Total Favorite: Avalanche (-184) Underdog: Maple Leafs (+153) Total: 6.5 Best Avalanche vs. Maple Leafs Promo Codes How to Watch Avalanche vs. Maple Leafs Date: Sunday, January 2...

Avalanche vs. Maple Leafs NHL Best Bets, Odds, Prediction and Pick – Jan. 25

On Sunday at 1:30 p.m. ET, the Colorado Avalanche will meet the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena. If you’re thinking about making a wager, we have best bets suggestions right here. Best Avalanche vs. Maple Leafs Prop Bets Player & Team Odds to Score a Goal Goals & Games Played Nathan MacKinnon, Avalanche -105 38 G in 49 GP Auston Matthews, Maple Leafs +120 25 G in 45 GP Martin Necas, Avalanche +175 22 G in 49 GP Brock Nelson, Avala...

Thunder vs. Raptors Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats and Best Bets – Sunday, January 25, 2026

The Toronto Raptors (28-19) visit the Oklahoma City Thunder (37-9) after winning three straight road games. The Thunder are heavy favorites by 12.5 points in the contest, which tips at 7 p.m. ET on Sunday, January 25, 2026. The over/under for the matchup is 225.5. Thunder vs. Raptors Odds Thunder odds to win: -592 Raptors odds to win: +430 Spread: Thunder (-12.5) Total: 225.5 How to Bet on Thunder vs. Raptors Game Time and Information When: Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 7...

Thunder vs. Raptors Predictions, Best Bets and Odds – Sunday, January 25, 2026

The Toronto Raptors (28-19) are heavy, 12.5-point underdogs as they attempt to extend a three-game win streak when they visit the Oklahoma City Thunder (37-9) on Sunday, January 25, 2026 at Paycom Center. The matchup airs at 7 p.m. ET on FDSOK and TSN. The matchup’s over/under is 225.5. Our computer predictions for Sunday’s game will help you place an informed wager by picking the best bets available. How to Bet on Thunder vs. Raptors Pick the Raptors (+12.5) to Cover Against the s...

Thunder vs. Raptors: Start Time, Streaming Live, TV Channel, How to Watch

The Toronto Raptors (28-19) travel to face the Oklahoma City Thunder (37-9) after winning three road games in a row. It begins at 7 p.m. ET on Sunday, January 25, 2026. The Thunder lost their most recent outing 117-114 against the Pacers on Friday. The Raptors are coming off of a 110-98 victory against the Trail Blazers in their most recent game on Friday. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander put up 47 points, four rebounds and four assists for the Thunder. Sandro Mamukelashvili’s team-high 22 points pac...

Ken Appleby posts 37-save performance, Toronto Marlies extend point streak to four games in Hartford

“We like the result. I like the process throughout as well. I thought we managed it well [third period], kept them to the outside, and didn’t give many Grade A’s [scoring chances].” – John Gruden Bolstered by a solid goaltending performance from Ken Appleby, the Toronto Marlies scored early and often in this game to […] The post Ken Appleby posts 37-save performance, Toronto Marlies extend point streak to four games in Hartford appeared first on Maple Leafs Hotstove .

Craig Berube on the Leafs’ inconsistency of late: “We make the game harder on ourselves than we need to… That is the baffling thing for me”

After Saturday’s optional practice, Craig Berube discussed his players coping with a grueling schedule ahead of the break, Scott Laughton’s ice time against Vegas, William Nylander’s status, and the number of stitches he received after his gym accident. Why did you decide not to hold a full practice today? Berube: We played yesterday, we practice […] The post Craig Berube on the Leafs’ inconsistency of late: “We make the game harder on ourselves than we need to… That is the baffling thing fo...

Avalanche vs. Maple Leafs: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions

Sunday will feature a projected lopsided NHL contest between the road favorite Colorado Avalanche (34-6-9, -180 on the moneyline to win) and the Toronto Maple Leafs (24-18-9, +149 moneyline odds) at 1:30 p.m. ET on NHL Network. You can see the Avalanche try to defeat the the Maple Leafs on NHL Network. Avalanche vs. Maple Leafs Game Info & Odds When: Sunday, January 25, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. ET TV Channel: NHL Network Live Stream: Fubo Where: Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario Fa...

Splitter, Holiday Discuss Rough First Quarter, Loss vs Raptors

The Portland Trail Blazers’ winning streak ended at four games on Friday night. The Blazers couldn’t keep up with the fast-paced Toronto Raptors on the second night of a back-to-back, as they faded away in the fourth quarter in a 110-98 loss. Despite no Deni Avdija and a “helpless” first quarter where the Blazers scored […]

Morning Flurries: Martin Nečas shows a taste of home

In advance of the 2026 Winter Olympics, the NHL decided to profile eight players each from different nations. Martin Nečas was the choice for Czechia and he opened his doors to show what life is like at home with girlfriend and adorable puppy, including thoughts on the trade and upcoming excitement in anticipation of representing […]

Maple Leafs Still Team To Watch For Devil's Defenseman

Things continue not to be great for the Toronto Maple Leafs on defense as Chris Tanev should miss the remainder of the regular season at least and there were recent injury scares for Oliver Ekman-Larsson and Brandon Carlo. The defense has to be upgraded, especially since there isn't a high chance the top-6 right now will even stay healthy for the rest of the season and into playoffs when games get rougher. A right-shot defenseman who has offensive capabilities, defensive capabilities, or both ...

Mitch Marner on return to Toronto: 'Don't have to talk about it anymore'

Mitch Marner had this game circled on his calendar ever since the 2025-26 NHL schedule came out, and from all accounts, he's relieved it's finally past him. Marner and the Vegas Golden Knights made their way to Toronto to faceoff against the Maple Leafs, in what was Marner's first time back to the city since being traded last summer. It was a messy divorce with a ton of emotions involved, and you could tell from warmup, the crowd at Scotiabank Arena was going to be all over him. Prior to warmu...