NEW YORK/TORONTO (Sept. 3, 2021) – The National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA) and the National Hockey League (NHL) announced today that they have concluded an Agreement with the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) that confirms a break in the 2021-22 NHL Regular Season Schedule, subject […]
NHL 2021-22 Preseason is underway! NHL’s newest franchise, Seattle Kragen enters league
The Kraken will take to the ice for their historic first NHL contest on Sept. 26 when they meet their new Pacific Division rivals, the Vancouver Canucks, in Spokane, Wash. The game is the first of three ‘home’ preseason games the Kraken will play across their […]
NHL News: NHL Statement on Jimmy Hayes
NEW YORK (Aug. 23, 2021) – The National Hockey League today released the following statement: “The NHL family mourns the passing of Jimmy Hayes, who appeared in over 300 games with the Blackhawks, Panthers, Devils and his hometown Bruins. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.” […]
University of Cincinnati Athletics joins Big 12 Conference: AD John Cunningham sends letter to All Bearcats
Dear Bearcats, Our vision for the UC Department of Athletics has rested on a simple premise: Next Level Success. It means success in the classroom, where our student-athletes have set department records for Grade Point Average (GPA) and improved their Academic Progress Report (APR) scores in four consecutive […]
Leading Capital Football to it’s first win in 2 1/2 years, leads Jack Blaisdell OAC Defensive Player of the Week honors
9/7/2021 WESTERVILLE, Ohio – On Tuesday afternoon, the Ohio Athletic Conference announced the first edition of a new season’s player of the week. Being recognized for Capital was senior Jack Blaisdell who was tabbed the top defensive player of the week in football. Blaisdell truly lived up […]
Capital Crusaders Football takes 1,027 days to win first game; a 41-7 pasting of Defiance
9/2/2021 COLUMBUS, Ohio – At last! A 41-7 thumping of visiting Defiance College vaulted the Capital University football team to its first win in 1,027 days. November 10, 2018 marked the last time the Purple and White rang the Victory Bell at the corner of […]
Capital Crusaders under new football coach Brian Foos, looking to rid selves of losing ways
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Entering the first full season under the leadership of Head Coach Brian Foos, the Capital University football team is poised to compete this fall among the best of best on the field. The team is aiming to put an end to a disappointing […]
Hampton Pirates Women’s Soccer: HAMMOND NAMED BIG SOUTH CO-OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK
Mon, Aug 30, 2021 First women’s soccer player to earn weekly conference honor CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Coming off a school record four assists and one goal performance on Sunday, senior Savyon Hammond was named Big South Conference Co-Offensive Player of the Week on Monday afternoon. […]
Ohio Northern Sports: Season Preview: Women’s Golf enters 2021-22 season with high expectations
August 30, 2021 By Wes Mayberry | 2021 Women’s Golf Fall Schedule | ADA – The 2020-21 season may be a hard act to follow for the Ohio Northern women’s golf team. After the fall season was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this past spring saw several […]
Ohio Northern Sports News: Season Preview: Men’s Golf optimistic about 2021-22 season
August 30, 2021 By Wes Mayberry | 2021 Men’s Golf Fall Schedule | ADA – Coming off a sixth-place finish at the Ohio Athletic Conference Championships in May, the Ohio Northern men’s golf team returns its top five golfers from last season as part of 16 lettermen on […]
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UC Men’s Basketball renews rivalry with local foe, Miami RedHawks
Wed, Aug 18, 2021 CINCINNATI — The University of Cincinnati men’s basketball team has added a Dec. 1 road game with Miami (Ohio) to its 2021-22 schedule. Tip-off will be at 7 p.m.The Bearcats hold a 94-53 advantage all-time against the Redhawks, with the 147 meetings […]
UC Soccer: Soccer Set for Season Opener Thursday at NKU
August 18, 2021 CINCINNATI — The University of Cincinnati soccer team will open its regular season Thursday at NKU, seeking its 400th win in school history as well. Kickoff is at 7 p.m. Match InfoESPN Plus | Live Stats | Free Admission Feels Like the First TimeCincinnati has won […]
San Francisco Giants and shortstop Brandon Crawford agree to contract extension worth $32 Million
8/13/21 SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. – The Giants and shortstop Brandon Crawford have agreed to terms on a two-year contract extension that will keep Crawford in a Giants uniform through the 2023 season. The two-year extension is worth $32 million with a base salary of $16 million in 2022 […]
Pittsburgh Pirates News: August 13 game vs. Brewers postponed
8/13/2021 Tonight’s game between the Pirates and Milwaukee Brewers has been postponed due to inclement weather expected throughout the remainder of the evening. The Pirates and Brewers will play a split seven-inning doubleheader tomorrow. The first game of tomorrow’s doubleheader will begin at 2:30 p.m. […]
Arizona Diamondbacks Roster Moves
8/13/2021 The Arizona Diamondbacks made the following roster moves: RHP J.B. Wendelken (No. 48) reported to the team and will be active for tonight’s game. He was claimed off waivers from the Oakland A’s on Aug. 11. Optioned RHP Sean Poppen to Triple-A Reno following last night’s game. COURTESY […]
Boston Red Sox Roster Moves
8/13/2021 BOSTON, MA – The Boston Red Sox today announced the following roster moves: Reinstated outfielder Kyle Schwarber from the 10-Day Injured List. He will wear number 18. Reinstated outfielder Alex Verdugo from the Paternity Leave List. Designated infielder/outfielder Marwin Gonzalez for assignment. Optioned right-handed pitcher Tanner Houck to Triple-A Worcester following yesterday’s game […]
Texas Rangers Roster Moves
8/13/2021 Arlington, Texas — The Texas Rangers today announced the following roster moves prior to Friday’s homestand opener against the Oakland Athletics: · Right-handed pitcher Dane Dunning activated from 10-day Injured List. · Catcher Yohel Pozo (#37) contract selected from Round Rock (AAA). · Left-handed pitcher Wes Benjamin optioned […]
St. Louis Cardinals Roster Moves
8/13/2021 KANSAS CITY, Mo., August 13, 2021 – The St. Louis Cardinals announced this afternoon that they have placed left-handed pitcher Wade LeBlanc (left elbow) on the 10-day Injured List, and activated right-handed pitcher Jack Flaherty (left oblique strain) from the 60-day Injured List. LeBlanc, 37, who celebrated his birthday […]
New York Yankees Roster Moves
8/13/2021 Following Thursday’s game, the Yankees returned “27th Man” OF Estevan Florial to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Earlier today, the Yankees returned INF Chris Gittens from his rehab assignment, reinstated him from the 10-day injured list and optioned him to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Additionally, today the Yankees transferred OF Clint Frazier’s rehab assignment from […]