Jack Johnson has found his next chapter in hockey, and it takes him back to his home state.The former Colorado Avalanche defenseman and Stanley Cup champion is joining Ohio State University’s women’s hockey program as an associate coach, marking the first coaching position of his post-playing career after a brief stint in NHL scouting.AdvertisementJohnson, who helped the Avalanche capture the Stanley Cup in 2022, spent three seasons in Colorado across two separate stints. While he wasn’t the flashiest player on a roster loaded with stars, he became a trusted veteran presence in the locker room and a dependable depth defenseman…
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LeBron James has returned to the Eastern Conference with his decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday, July 24.James spent the first 15 years of his career in the Eastern Conference, before spending the last eight years in the Western Conference with the Los Angeles Lakers.AdvertisementWhile playing in the Eastern Conference, James created several key rivals, including the Boston Celtics.James could make his debut in a 76ers uniform against the Celtics, with Philadelphia having a pair of preseason games scheduled against Boston.More: 7 biggest winners and losers from LeBron James joining the 76ersThe 76ers will play a preseason game…
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Left-hander Drew Pomeranz has elected free agency.If you want to know why I don’t do Dominican Summer League recaps, among the many reasons is that Cubs Blue lost to Pirates Gold today 21-17. Cubs Blue drew 18 walks and issued 11 of them.AdvertisementIowa CubsRained out. Doubleheader on Saturday in Gwinnett.Knoxville SmokiesThe Knoxville Smokies tossed out the Rocket City Trash Pandas (Angels), 4-3.Luis Martinez-Gomez just dominated the Trash Panda. Martinez-Gomez pitched six innings and allowed two runs on two hits. Both runs scored on a home run and one of them was unearned. But Martinez-Gomez struck out a career-high 12 batters…
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The Utah Mammoth caused quite the stir during the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Before Game 3 against the Vegas Golden Knights, Mammoth owner Ryan Smith celebrated his team clinching the postseason for the first time by offering fans a unique opportunity— a jersey swap.“For any Golden Knights fans still left…
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The Portland Trail Blazers made headlines in May after the organization laid off about 70 people as part of a restructuring under new team owner Tom Dundon. The negative press kept coming Wednesday, when The Oregonian’s Joe Freeman reported that longtime broadcaster Kevin Calabro was parting ways with the organization.Calabro…
Earlier this week, we found out that Seattle Seahawks defensive weapon Nick Emmanwori was placed on the PUP list. Now we know why and what injury he’s dealing with.Per ESPN’s Brady Henderson, Emmanwori’s bothersome right ankle has led to recent surgery, but the news is optimistic in terms of when…
North Wilkesboro Speedway delivered a weekend packed with old-school NASCAR racing, with both the Craftsman Truck Series and Cup Series putting on entertaining shows at the historic short track. From Chandler Smith’s dominant Truck Series performance to the Cup Series’ long-awaited return for a points race, each event brought its…
The Brasileirão leaders returned from the World Cup break with another win.Palmeiras beat Coritiba this Wednesday (22) at Couto Pereira, thanks especially to their Paraguayans.Recently naturalized, Maurício scored twice in less than 20 minutes of play, quickly making it 2-0.AdvertisementRamón Sosa provided the assist for the opening goal and extended…
There’s one thing that nobody prepares you for about bearing witness to a (we’re talking golf here, so adjust the following phrase accordingly) major news event: How quickly it happens.That was the first thought that arrived in my head on Friday night at the Open Championship, when I glanced up…
It is wild to think a fight between boxing’s biggest star, Saul “Canelo” Alvarez, and influencer-turned-boxer Jake Paul almost reached the finish line for May 2025. Talks reportedly broke down at the 11th hour when Alvarez instead signed a four-fight deal with Turki Alalshikh.Alvarez explained how the talks to fight…
Follow Michael Whitaker On XContracts in the NHL are steadily growing larger, and will continue to do so – especially after the record-breaking offer sheet for Anaheim Ducks forward Leo Carlsson from the Philadelphia Flyers that was ultimately matched.AdvertisementCarlsson will make $18 million per season over the next five seasons,…
TONIGHT’S GAME: The Houston Astros (49-54) will go for a sweep of the Miami Marlins (52-50) tonight in the finale of their three-game series at Daikin Park in Houston, TX.RHP Peter Lambert (8-5, 3.03 ERA), who’s posted a 1.02 ERA (2ER/17.2IP) in his three starts this month, will get the…
Grizzlies point guard D’Angelo Russell is not believed to be a long-term piece in Memphis, with both sides expected to work together toward a resolution that would allow the 30-year-old to find a new home at some point this offseason — whether via a buyout agreement or a trade —…
The Seahawks announced Monday that they had placed safety Nick Emmanwori on the active/physically unable to perform list. His injury was unknown until Wednesday.Brady Henderson of ESPN reports that Emmanwori underwent right ankle surgery earlier this month and could miss some time in training camp. Emmanwori, though, is expected to…
NASCAR is altering its practice format just before the 2026 Chase for the championship gets underway.Starting at New Hampshire Motor Speedway for the August 23 race weekend, practice groups will be eliminated and all teams will get 50 minutes of open practice. This will be the standard for all non-superspeedway…
Inter and Cruzeiro have announced their lineups for this Wednesday’s (22) Brasileirão clash.The match is part of the 19th round of the league and will take place at Beira-Rio stadium in Porto Alegre.The game marks both teams’ return to the pitch after the break in the schedule due to the…
