Defensive back Tory Pittman III (Omaha, Nebraska/ Omaha Central High School) was officially honored as a 2026 Navy All-American during a virtual jersey presentation as part of the Road to the Dome tour.
Defensive Back Duvay Williams Honored as a 2026 Navy All-American
Defensive back Duvay Williams (Gardena, California/ Junipero Serra High School) was officially honored as a 2026 Navy All-American during a virtual jersey presentation as part of the Road to the Dome tour.
Defensive Lineman Elija Harmon Honored as a 2026 Navy All-American
Defensive lineman Elija Harmon (Inglewood, California/ Inglewood High School) was officially honored as a 2026 Navy All-American during a virtual jersey presentation as part of the Road to the Dome tour.
MLS drops ‘Season Pass’ paywall, with all games available on Apple TV
Streaming service charged an additional fee
League is in Year 3 of 10-year $2.5bn media rights deal
Apple TV subscribers will be able to watch all Major League Soccer matches without an additional subscription beginning next year.
During the first three years of MLS’ 10-year, $2.5bn agreement with Apple, a stand-alone Season Pass subscription was needed to access all matches. During this season, more than 200 matches were simulcast on both MLS Season Pass and Apple TV, including the league’s “Sunday Night Soccer” package. Dropping the separate subscription was announced Thursday at an owners’ meeting.
Continue reading...MLS makes dramatic calendar and format changes that align with other pro leagues
Major League Soccer is flipping its calendar to align with other pro leagues around the world starting in 2027. MLS also approved other format changes.
No. 4 Alabama vs. No. 11 Oklahoma prediction: Odds, expert picks, team and player news, trends, and stats
No. 4 Alabama Crimson Tide vs. No. 11 Oklahoma Sooners Game Preview
Who is Hunter Yurachek? CFP committee appoints Arkansas AD as new chairman
Arkansas AD Hunter Yurachek was appointed as the CFP committee chair on Nov. 13, replacing Mack Rhoades, who is on leave at Baylor.
Apple’s MLS Streaming Shift May Alter Revenue-Share Plans
When Apple and MLS announced their 10-year streaming tie-up in 2022, there were two key financial components: a $250 million annual guarantee from Apple, plus the opportunity for MLS to get a share of additional revenue if the new Season Pass subscription product achieved a certain level of success. But starting next season, MLS Season …
Alex de Minaur reaches ATP Finals last four after gutsy win over Taylor Fritz
Australian defeated world No 6 7-6 (7-3) 6-3 but had anxious wait
Semi-finals spot confirmed after Carlos Alcaraz beats Lorenzo Musetti
Alex de Minaur has shown extraordinary resilience to bounce back from the depths of misery and book an “incredible” place in the last-four of the ATP Finals in Turin.
The Australian No 1, a picture of despair just a couple of nights earlier after feeling he had thrown away victory during defeat to Lorenzo Musetti, started his unlikely resurrection with a backs-to-the-wall 7-6 (7-3) 6-3 win over Taylor Fritz on Thursday, his first ever victory at the season-ending championship.
Continue reading...The Wraparound: Will The Tkachuk Bros Grow The NHL?
The Wraparound has a new episode full of rapid-fire NHL and hockey topics.
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Will The Tkachuk Bros Grow The NHL? by The Wraparound0:00: Was Shane Pinto’s extension a fair deal for the Ottawa Senators?
3:48: Will Brady and Matthew Tkachuk’s new podcast help attract a wider audience to the NHL?
7:50: Can Corey Perry be an X-factor for the Los Angeles Kings this season?
12:55: Could Bo Horvat earn a spot on Team Canada?
17:30: Is Josh Morrissey one of the NHL’s most underappreciated defensemen?
20:55: Will David Pastrnak become the Boston Bruins’ all-time leader in goals?
25:29: Breaking down the top WHL prospects to watch at the CHL USA Prospects Challenge
28:02: Do the Colorado Avalanche have a goaltending tandem capable of winning a Stanley Cup?
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Is making the CFP with three losses possible? + Brian Kelly suing LSU
Will a three-loss SEC team make the CFP? Is Lane Kiffin going to be a distraction for Ole Miss down the stretch? Brian Kelly is suing LSU. A full Week 12 preview.
MLS owners vote in favor of summer-to-spring league calendar beginning with 2027 season
The league will also move to a single-table system that will include five divisions.
Mets inducting Carlos Beltran, Bobby Valentine, and Lee Mazzilli into team’s Hall of Fame
The Mets are adding three new members to the team’s Hall of Fame.
Carlos Beltran, Bobby Valentine, and Lee Mazzilli will be inducted during a ceremony at Citi Field during the 2026 season.
Beltran, 48, is currently working in New York’s office after making his mark in Queens as one of the best all-around players the team ever had.
From 2005 to 2011, Beltran starred in center field for New York as he made five All-Star teams, won three Gold Glove awards, and was a driving force during the club’s run to the 2006 NLCS.
In seven seasons for the Mets, Beltran slashed .280/.369/.500 with 149 home runs, 208 doubles, 559 RBI, 551 runs scored, and 100 stolen bases.
His best season in Flushing came in 2006, when he blasted 41 home runs to tie what was then the single-season club record, had a career-best OPS of .982, and finished fourth in voting for the National League MVP award.
"Carlos’ impact on the organization was and continues to be invaluable," Mets owners Steve and Alex Cohen said in a news release. "His unique blend of power, speed and defensive grace made him one of the most dynamic players ever to wear a Mets uniform. He is a respected voice inside the clubhouse, sharing his wisdom as a Special Assistant to David Stearns. We are extremely hopeful that he receives positive news this January when the Baseball Hall of Fame announces its 2026 class."
Valentine, 75, was one of the most colorful managers the Mets ever had.
He went 536-467 during his tenure in New York from 1996 to 2002, helming the Mets’ trip to the NLCS in 1999 and to the World Series in 2000.
Valentine also had a stint as a player for the Mets from 1977 to 1978 and was a coach from 1983 to 1985.
"Bobby served as the charismatic manager of the Mets from 1996 to 2002," said the Cohens. "He ranks third in franchise history with 536 wins and became the first skipper to guide the team to consecutive Postseason appearances, in 1999 and 2000 — a run that culminated in a trip to the World Series in 2000. Known for his innovation, baseball intellect and relentless pursuit of every competitive edge, Bobby V left a lasting mark on the Mets organization."
Mazzilli, a 70-year-old Brooklyn native, was one of the Mets’ most popular players from his rookie campaign in 1976 through 1981 in what was his first stint in Queens.
He earned an All-Star Game nod in 1979, during a season when he hit .303/.395/.449 and had an .844 OPS.
In August of the 1986 season, the Mets brought Mazzilli back after his stint with the Pirates ended, and he was an important cog for the team down the stretch and in the playoffs. Mazzilli singled to ignite New York’s sixth-inning rally that tied Game 7 of the World Series against the Red Sox.
Mazzilli remained with the Mets until the middle of the 1989 season.
"Lee was drafted by the Mets as an 18-year-old prospect out of Abraham Lincoln High School in Brooklyn," said the Cohens. "He debuted three years later for the 1976 Mets. He quickly became a fan favorite during the late 70s and hit the first home run by a Met during an All-Star Game in 1979. Mazz returned to the Mets in 1986 and became a key contributor off the bench for the World Championship team, delivering clutch hits in the most crucial moments."
Rory Kerins Set for Flames Return as Calgary Seeks Offensive Boost
The Calgary Flames will add a fresh dose of skill and energy to their lineup tonight, as forward Rory Kerins is set to draw in against the San Jose Sharks after being recalled from the AHL on Thursday.
Kerins has been one of the Wranglers’ most reliable producers to start the season, posting 14 points (5 goals, 9 assists) in 13 games, placing him eighth in AHL scoring. The 23-year-old credits a strong, consistent start for the confidence he brings into his return to the NHL.
“Very comfortable coming back up here and seeing everyone, and it’s fun,” Kerins told reporters Thursday.
“I feel like I’ve been pretty consistent down there… I feel good about my game and confident.”
Kerins is projected to skate alongside Nazem Kadri and Joel Farabee - as reported by Sportsnet 960’s Pat Steinberg - a trio that has the potential to form one of Calgary’s more dynamic offensive lines. With the Flames in clear need of scoring support, the opportunity arrives at an ideal time.
This isn’t Kerins’ first look with the big club. Despite limited NHL action last season, he made an impression—four assists in five games, finishing plus-3, and showing notable poise for a 2020 sixth-round pick. His track record suggests that his upward trajectory is no fluke.
The offensive instincts have been there for years. His final OHL season with the Soo Greyhounds remains a defining example: 118 points (43g, 75a) in 67 games, a breakout display of elite vision and playmaking ability.
He carried that momentum into last year with the Wranglers, scoring a career-high 33 goals and leading the team with 61 points, further reinforcing his status as one of Calgary’s most intriguing young assets.
Kerins also made an early statement in preseason, scoring the game-winning goal on the power play and adding an assist in a 4–1 victory over Seattle on September 23.
Now, the question shifts to whether he can hold down a spot in the NHL. The Flames, battling for consistency and searching for an offensive spark, could certainly use someone with Kerins’ creativity and pace. This recall provides him with a legitimate opening—one he’s been working toward for years.
If his development curve is any indication, Kerins may be stepping into the right role at the right moment.
"It's A Fine Line": Red Wings' Nate Danielson On What Makes the NHL A Whole Different Beast
The Detroit Red Wings are nearing the quarter mark of their centennial season, which has featured a notable youth movement.
Four rookies have already appeared in multiple games so far. Forwards Emmitt Finnie and Michael Brandsegg-Nygård, along with defenseman Axel Sandin-Pellikka, earned roster spots thanks to strong performances in both training camp and the preseason.
Although Brandsegg-Nygård was eventually returned to the AHL’s Grand Rapids Griffins after nine NHL games, Detroit soon called up Nate Danielson, making him the fourth rookie to skate with the club this season.
NHL (@NHL) on X2023 ninth overall pick Nate Danielson will officially make his NHL debut today in Detroit! 🐙
Welcome to the League!Danielson, Detroit's first pick (ninth overall) in the opening round of the 2023 Draft, likely would have made the team out of Training Camp had it not been for an injury.
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During his NHL debut on Sunday afternoon, he fired four shots on goal while playing in 15:16 of total ice time as part of Detroit's 5-1 setback against the visiting Chicago Blackhawks while centering the third line.
Following Thursday’s morning skate, Danielson said the biggest difference he’s noticed between the AHL and the NHL is just how thin the margin for error is, as mistakes at the NHL level can cost your team far more quickly than in the AHL.
"The most challenging is just the execution. I feel like it's a fine line, up here if you make a mistake, it'll probably be capitalized on and end up in the back of your net, whereas in the AHL it might not be," Danielson said. "Just a fine line with that, and I think it's pretty easy to come since (I had) a good Training Camp and do all the same stuff down in Grand Rapids."
Danielson then said that he's leaned on advice from some of the older veterans on the team, all of whom have made the transition for him coming from the Griffins a smooth one.
"For sure, they're all super good about it," Danielson said about his Red Wings teammates. "Everyone's been super helpful with me in making the transition easy."
Danielson, who previously played in the WHL for both the Brandon Wheat Kings and the Portland Winterhawks, spent his first full AHL season in 2024–25 with the Griffins. He scored 12 goals and added 27 assists in 71 regular-season games, then added a goal in three Calder Cup Playoff appearances.
Before being called up to the Red Wings, Danielson already contributed a goal with four assists in five games with the Griffins so far this season.
"It's A Must": Todd McLellan Directly Challenges Red Wings' Secondary Scorers Who Aren't Producing Red Wings head coach Todd McLellan has directly challenged some of Detroit's secondary scorers who aren't producing as they should. Following practice earlier this week, head coach Todd McLellan pointed to the offensive struggles of some players on the Red Wings roster combined with Danielson's strong Training Camp as the reasons behind his promotion.
“Danny’s here because he played really well at Training Camp,” McLellan said. “We have some players that are struggling right now, and we thought he could inject a little life and some enthusiasm into the team and maybe provide us with some offense. He’s earned the right to do that after training camp."
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