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That was fun. Fans couldn't get enough of the inaugural 4 Nations Face-Off. Naturally, the final went to OT, where Canada stunned the U.S. - Angie


	Canada beats USA in OT thriller: Takeaways from 4 Nations final

	Watch: Connor McDavid's OT goal lifts Canada to 4 Nations championship
	McDavid had great comments after winning 4 Nations Face-Off
	Watch: Crowd honors Johnny Gaudreau with 'Johnny Hockey' chant
	Jaccob Slavin made some ridiculous defensive plays against Canada
	NHL hit home run with 4 Nations, but will it keep momentum going?
	Singer intentionally changed lyrics to Canadian national anthem

The Top 10


10	Victor Wembanyama out for the season: Top ripple effects

	Who are DPOY favorites with Wembanyama out for season?
	Spurs' Stephon Castle must take advantage of Wembanyama's absence
	Anthony Davis not yet ready to return
	Bulls forward's rough season gets worse with latest update
	Jimmy Butler has proved himself to be a perfect fit for Warriors


9	Yankees announce extension for manager Aaron Boone

	Former Yankees World Series champion feeling disrespected by team
	Vladimir Guerrero Jr. reportedly has his eye on one team
	Why Hall of Fame slugger is right about the Rafael Devers-Red Sox controversy
	Pete Alonso addresses support he got from fans before re-signing with Mets
	Juan Soto surprises teammate with generous gift after jersey number swap
	Bryce Harper takes Phillie Phanatic bromance to next level


8	Cowboys star plans to retire, leaving another hole on offense

	Reporter's update about Travis Kelce's future may raise eyebrows
	Chargers likely to cut former No. 3 pick
	Texans' Stefon Diggs stance revealed
	Ja'Marr Chase expected to receive historic contract in free agency
	Three linebackers Raiders should target in NFL free agency

"I can't blame other executives for fantasizing about us trading Ja." - Zach Kleiman


7	Grizzlies GM speaks out in wake of Ja Morant trade rumors

	Could another NBA All-Star be part of the next mind-blowing trade?
	Rob Pelinka knew he was rolling the dice with Luka Doncic trade
	Dalton Knecht has a golden opportunity to prove his value
	Lakers G League affiliate makes an intriguing acquisition
	Five big NBA names who could be next on trade block


6	Notre Dame women crush Miami to win 19th straight game

	Indiana women took advantage of No. 8 Ohio State's weakness in shocking upset
	How Louisville women pulled off another ranked win on the road at No. 11 Duke
	Three men's CBB teams that don't belong anywhere near the tourney
	John Calipari believes Arkansas can write its own story before Selection Sunday
	Notre Dame men's HC goes on epic rant after latest loss: 'This is rock bottom'
	Mick Cronin calls out coaching and effort after UCLA's latest loss


5	Bucks ill-equipped to handle veteran's untimely suspension

	Kevin Durant alienates NBA fans with his latest comments
	Cavaliers culture continues to attract players in pursuit of title
	Why Lakers have no reason to panic about Luka Doncic's sluggish start
	Lakers' nixed trade saga continues as agent, Mark Williams speak out
	How Killian Hayes has adjusted his game for fresh NBA start


4	NASCAR makes final decision on Parker Kligerman DQ

	...and Henderson Motorsports owner reacts
	Daytona 500 race director admits to mistake over the weekend
	Chase Briscoe receives nightmarish penalty from NASCAR
	Corey LaJoie, Ryan Preece weigh in on the Joey Logano, Ricky Stenhouse wreck
	Biggest threats to Austin Hill in Xfinity Series race at Atlanta

"It's my job to get them the football. But also, I think it's their job, and they know, to get their stuff together." - Drake Maye


3	Patriots' Drake Maye puts two teammates on notice

	Rams' asking price for Matthew Stafford revealed in bizarre development
	Insider hints why Steelers haven't signed Justin Fields over Russell Wilson
	Reporter reveals why Vikings may use franchise tag to retain Sam Darnold
	NFL insider addresses if Aaron Rodgers 'was begging' to stay with Jets
	Will Netflix eventually land NFL Sunday afternoon package?


2	Top-pairing D-man requests trade: Leafs GM must act fast

	Kevin Lankinen rejected Canucks' latest contract extension offer
	Penguins icon makes major statement about his future
	Rangers star goalie provides potential return date from injury
	Hurricanes' Mikko Rantanen's future plans reportedly revealed
	U.S. star Charlie McAvoy shares awesome post after leaving hospital


1	Draft intel: Why Cam Ward could be deserving of No. 1 pick

	Ward's grade should give QB-needy teams something to consider
	AFC combine watch: One player each team should have on its radar
	NFC combine watch: One player each team should have on its radar
	Under-the-radar NFL Scouting Combine attendees you need to know
	Browns insider shares draft theory about Shedeur Sanders, Giants

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