NEW YORK (June 15, 2021) – Philadelphia Flyers left wing Oskar Lindblom is the 2020-21 recipient of the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy, awarded annually to the NHL player who “best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to hockey.” The award was presented by the Professional Hockey Writers […]
Month: June 2021
NHL 2020-21 King Clancy Memorial Trophy goes to Nashville Predators goalie Pekka Rinne
NEW YORK (June 14, 2021) – Nashville Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne is the 2020-21 recipient of the King Clancy Memorial Trophy, awarded for “leadership on and off the ice and who has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution to his community.” Rinne will receive a $25,000 donation from the National […]
College Football Playoff announces the addition of Rod West to the Selection Committee
June 16, 2021 IRVING, Texas – The College Football Playoff (CFP) Management Committee has appointed Rod West to the CFP Selection Committee, it was announced today by Bill Hancock, Executive Director of the CFP. West will replace General Ray Odierno, who is stepping down for health reasons after two […]
Blue Jackets offseason news continues with Promotions, Changes within Hockey Operations Department
JUNE 16, 2021 Rick Nash, Josef Boumedienne promoted; former Jackets Derek Dorsett, Mark Letestu named development coaches COLUMBUS, OHIO – Columbus Blue Jackets General Manager and Associate Governor Jarmo Kekalainen announced several changes to the club’s hockey operations department today. Rick Nash has been promoted to […]
Daily Almanac for Wednesday, June 16, 2021
1770s 1779: SPAIN DECLARED WAR ON BRITAIN AND THE SIEGE OF GIBRALTAR BEGAN 1880s 1884: THE FIRST ROLLER COASTER IN THE UNITED STATES BEGAN OPERATION AT CONEY ISLAND, NEW YORK 1890s BORN 1890: STAN LAUREL (COMEDIAN) 1898: FIRST ISSUE OF KLONDIKE NUGGET PUBLISHED, DAWSON, YUKON […]
Columbus Crew introduces Lower.com Field! LONG-TERM STADIUM NAMING RIGHTS PARTNERSHIP
The partnership will see the new home of the reigning MLS Cup champions, Columbus Crew, be named Lower.com Field;Columbus-based Lower is a top lender and innovative fintech that was voted the best place to work in 2021 by Columbus CEO Magazine HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE PRESS CONFERENCE June […]
Daily Almanac for Tuesday, June 15, 2021
1210s 1215: KING JOHN OF ENGLAND PUT HIS SEAL ON THE MAGNA CARTA 1760s BORN 1767: RACHEL JACKSON (U.S. FIRST LADY) 1770s 1775: GEORGE WASHINGTON IS APPOINTED COMMANDER IN CHIEF OF THE CONTINENTAL ARMY BY THE CONTINENTAL CONGRESS 1820s BORN 1826: BILL ARP (WRITER) 1830s […]
Dayton Dragons gets ready to welcome in Fort Wayne TinCaps for 6-game series
June 14, 2021 DAYTON DRAGONS HOMESTAND PREVIEW June 15 – June 20, 2021 Day Air Ballpark Dayton, Ohio **Back to Full Capacity** In accordance with the Governor’s elimination of COVID related health orders and restrictions, the Dayton Dragons officially opened Day Air Ballpark to full stadium […]
Dayton Dragons announces KROGER BASEBALL BUDDIES TO RETURN TO DAY AIR BALLPARK IN 2021
Kroger is giving kids the opportunity to join the Dayton Dragons game experience with Baseball Buddies. Children ages 7–13 can enter to be a Kroger Baseball Buddy! Each winner will receive tickets to a Dragons game, a custom Dragons jersey, hat, backpack, autographed baseball, photo […]
Columbus Crew announces plans for farewell to Historic Crew Stadium
Black & Gold set to hold multiple activations on June 19 to pay homage to Historic Crew Stadium during the venue’s final Crew match June 14, 2021 COLUMBUS – Columbus Crew today announced that the Club is set to hold multiple activations as part of its […]
COLUMBUS CREW TO MAKE SIGNIFICANT BUSINESS ANNOUNCEMENT TUESDAY AT NEW CREW STADIUM
Club announcement to be made as part of a press conference Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. ET at New Crew Stadium’s River Club June 14, 2021 COLUMBUS – Columbus Crew today announced that the Club is set to make a significant business announcement tomorrow, Tuesday, June 15 […]
Blue Jackets ink forward Gregory Hofmann to One-Year Contract
JUNE 14, 2021 Winger helped Zug capture 2021 National League championship COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed left wing Grégory Hofmann to a one-year contract for the 2021-22 National Hockey League season, club General Manager and Alternate Governor Jarmo Kekalainen announced today. Hofmann, […]
Blue Jackets promote Brad Larsen to head coaching position
Larsen signs three-year contract, becomes eighth head coach in franchise history COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets have named Brad Larsen the eighth head coach in franchise history, General Manager and Alternate Governor Jarmo Kekalainen announced on June 10. Larsen, who spent the past seven […]
Texas Rangers completes earlier trade with Seattle Mariners; acquire SS Andres Mesa for Rafael Montero
6/14/2021 The Texas Rangers today have acquired shortstop Andres Mesa from the Seattle Mariners as the player to be named later in the December 15, 2020 trade involving right-handed pitcher Rafael Montero. The 18-year-old Mesa , who has been assigned to Texas’ Dominican Summer League […]
MLB News: Jennie Finch Empowerment Award presented by Arm & Hammer to give four softball student-athletes college scholarships and trip to 2021 World Series
6/14/2021 The four young women will be selected from four MLB-led softball programs, including RBI Regionals, RBI World Series, Jennie Finch Classic and Breakthrough Series In honor of World Softball Day (on Sunday June 13th), Major League Baseball and Church & Dwight Co., Inc, the […]
Boston Red Sox announce roster moves
6/14/2021 BOSTON, MA—The Boston Red Sox today announced the following roster moves: • The Red Sox acquired right-handed pitcher Yacksel Rios from the Seattle Mariners, in exchange for cash considerations. • To make room for Rios on the 40-man roster, the Red Sox designated right-handed pitcher Ryan Weber for assignment. • To […]
MLB Players of the Week Presented by Chevrolet: Marlins’ Starling Marte, Angels’ Max Stassi
6/14/21 Jake Fraley Makes Game-Saving, Home Run-Robbing Catch to Claim Play of the Week All-Star outfielder Starling Marte of the Miami Marlins has been chosen the National League Player of the Week presented by Chevrolet, and backstop Max Stassi of the Los Angeles Angels has been named the American League Player […]
Major League Baseball and the Colorado Rockies present the largest free fan event of All-Star Week – Play Ball Park
6/14/21 Free Registration Now Open at AllStarGame.com Major League Baseball and the Colorado Rockies today unveiled plans for All-Star Week’s largest free fan event, PLAY BALL PARK. This fan-friendly and interactive festival arrives at the Colorado Convention Center in downtown Denver for 2021 MLB All-Star Week, […]
Google MLB All-Star Game News: Guerrero Jr., Acuña Jr. leading respective leagues in first 2021 Ballot update
6/14/21 Ohtani, Tatis Jr. Among Eight Potential First Time All-Stars Leading Their Position; Twelve Different Teams Represented Among Positional Leaders and 21 Clubs in Position to Advance Players to Finalist Phase; Phase One Voting Available Until Thursday, June 24th at 4:00 p.m. (ET) First baseman Vladimir […]
Milwaukee Brewers announce May 2021 Minor League Pitcher and Player of the Week
Howell, Gray Jr. earn Players of the Month; Francis, Floyd named Pitchers of the Month MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee Brewers have named outfielders Korry Howell and Joe Gray Jr. as their Minor League Players of the Month for May and right-handers Bowden Francis and Taylor […]