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Former New York Knicks Point Guard Dick Barnett, known for his jump shot of kicking his legs back as he released the ball, dead at 88
By Floyd Barber FROM WIKIPEDIA COMMONS Richard Barnett (October 2, 1936 – April 27, 2025) was an American professional basketball player who was a shooting guard in the National Basketball Association (NBA) for the Syracuse Nationals, Los Angeles Lakers, and New York Knicks. He won two NBA championships with the Knicks. Barnett was also […]
Daily Almanac for Wednesday April 30, 2025
By Cordillia Marvine FROM WIKIPEDIA COMMONS Perry Firestone King (born April 30, 1948) is an American actor. He is best known for his roles on television and in films. King received a Golden Globe nomination for his role in the television film The Hasty Heart (1983), which is a […]
Blue Jackets star Zach Werenski named finalist for Norris Memorial Trophy
By Joe Coopersmith The CBJ defenseman is the first finalist for the award in franchise history after posting 23-59-82 in 81 games in 2024-25 4 29 2025 Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski is among the three finalists for the […]
COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS ARE HITTING THE ROAD WITH THE SUMMER MOBILE TOUR
By Joe Smithfield APRIL 25, 2025 The tour returns with more chances to score swag, meet Stinger, and celebrate all things hockey The Columbus Blue Jackets are gearing up for a summer full of hockey, fun, and community connection […]
MLS recent player honors: Colorado Rapids Midfielder Djordje Mihailovic Voted MLS Player of the Matchday presented by Michelob Ultra for Matchday 6 (March 31, 2025)
By Mariana Smithfield NEW YORK (Monday, March 31, 2025) – Colorado Rapids midfielder Djordje Mihailovic was voted the Major League Soccer Player of the Matchday presented by Michelob Ultra for Matchday 6 of the 2025 MLS season. Mihailovic scored two goals in the span of three […]
MLS recent player honors: Vancouver Whitecaps FC Forward Brian White Voted MLS Player of the Matchday presented by Michelob Ultra for Matchday 8 ( April 14, 2025)
By Mariana Smithfield NEW YORK (Monday, April 14, 2025) – Vancouver Whitecaps FC forward Brian White was voted the Major League Soccer Player of the Matchday presented by Michelob Ultra for Matchday 8 of the 2025 MLS season. White became the first player […]
MLS recent player honors: Sporting Kansas City Forward Dániel Sallói Voted MLS Player of the Matchday presented by Michelob Ultra for Matchday 9 (April 21, 2025)
By Mariana Smithfield NEW YORK (Monday, April 21, 2025) – Sporting Kansas City forward Dániel Sallói was voted the Major League Soccer Player of the Matchday presented by Michelob Ultra for Matchday 9 of the 2025 MLS season. In the club’s 5-3 road victory […]
MLS News: Independent Review Panel Approves Real Salt Lake’s Appeal of Diego Luna’s Red Card
By Mariana Smithfield NEW YORK (April 22, 2025) – The Independent Review Panel, consisting of one representative from the U.S. Soccer Federation, one representative from the Canadian Soccer Association, and one independent representative nominated by the Professional Referee Organization, has unanimously rescinded the […]
Portland Timbers Head Coach Phil Neville Fined for Public Criticism
By Mariana Smithfield NEW YORK (Thursday, April 24, 2025) – Major League Soccer today announced that Portland Timbers head coach Phil Neville has been fined for his comments made following Portland’s match against Los Angeles Football Club on April 19. The comments are in […]
Nashville SC Forward Sam Surridge Named MLS Player of the Matchday presented by Michelob Ultra for Matchday 10
By Mariana Smithfield NEW YORK (Monday, April 28, 2025) – Nashville SC forward Sam Surridge was voted the Major League Soccer Player of the Matchday presented by Michelob Ultra for Matchday 10 of the 2025 MLS season. Nashville SC put on an offensive show on Saturday […]
MLS Disciplinary Committee Decisions
By Mariana Smithfield NEW YORK (Tuesday, April 29, 2025) – The MLS Disciplinary Committee has fined the following players for violating the League’s policy regarding simulation/embellishment: Charlotte FC midfielder Brandt Bronico violated the League’s policy regarding simulation/embellishment in the 72nd minute of Charlotte’s match against New England […]
NHL Morning Skate: Stanley Cup Playoffs Edition – April 29, 2025
By Basil Stroh NHL Public Relations April 29, 2025 Wyatt Johnston added his name to the NHL’s list of fastest goals to start a playoff game after scoring nine seconds in and Mikko Rantanen recorded his first postseason goal against the team he won the Stanley […]
NHL News: Hughes, Makar and Werenski Voted Norris Trophy Finalists
By Basil Stroh NHL Public Relations April 29, 2025 NEW YORK (April 29, 2025) – Quinn Hughes of the Vancouver Canucks, Cale Makar of the Colorado Avalanche and Zach Werenski of the Columbus Blue Jackets are the three finalists for the 2024-25 James Norris Memorial Trophy, awarded “to the defense player who demonstrates throughout the season […]
NHL News: Panthers’ Mikkola Fined for Boarding
By Basil Stroh NHL Public Relations April 29, 2025 NEW YORK (April 29, 2025) – Florida Panthers defenseman Niko Mikkola has been fined $5,000, the maximum allowable under the Collective Bargaining Agreement, for boarding Tampa Bay Lightning forward Zemgus Girgensons during Game 4 of the teams’ First Round series in Florida on […]
2025 NHL Draft Lottery Set for May 5
By Basil Stroh NHL Public Relations April 29, 2025 NEW YORK (April 29, 2025) – The National Hockey League announced today the 2025 NHL Draft Lottery will be held on Monday, May 5, at NHL Network’s Secaucus, N.J., studio. The event will be broadcast on ESPN, Sportsnet […]
NHL News: Panthers’ Ekblad Suspended Two Games for Elbowing
By Basil Stroh NHL Public Relations April 29, 2025 NEW YORK (April 29, 2025) – Florida Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad has been suspended for two games for elbowing Tampa Bay Lightning forward Brandon Hagel during Game 4 of the teams’ First Round series in Florida on Monday, April 28, the National Hockey League’s […]
NHL Morning Skate: Stanley Cup Playoffs Edition – Monday April 28, 2025
By Basil Stroh NHL Public Relations April 28, 2025 * Leon Draisaitl scored his first career playoff overtime goal to cap a four-point night in what was a thrilling multi-goal, third-period comeback win for the Oilers – who evened their series at 2-2. * Jake Neighbours helped St. Louis score […]
NHL News: Hellebuyck, Kuemper and Vasilevskiy Voted Vezina Trophy Finalists
By Basil Stroh NHL Public Relations April 28, 2025 NEW YORK (April 28, 2025) – Connor Hellebuyck of the Winnipeg Jets, Darcy Kuemper of the Los Angeles Kings and Andrei Vasilevskiy of the Tampa Bay Lightning are the three finalists for the 2024-25 Vezina Trophy, awarded “to the goaltender adjudged to be the best at his position,” […]
NHL News: Canadiens, Capitals Fined
By Basil Stroh NHL Public Relations April 28, 2025 NEW YORK (April 28, 2025) – The National Hockey League announced today that it has fined the Montreal Canadiens and Washington Capitals $25,000 each for unsportsmanlike conduct during warm-ups prior to Game 4 of their First Round series on […]