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The Oilers began their request for the Cup (and revenge) in style: taking down the Panthers in OT in what is sure to be an instant classic. - Angie


	Stanley Cup Final Game 1: Oilers star plays hero in OT

	Top standouts from Game 1
	Penguins make decision on new HC
	NHL reveals Ted Lindsay Award winner
	Avalanche answer offseason's burning question, sign superstar to megadeal
	Surprising contender emerges in battle for Mitch Marner, per Elliotte Friedman
	Stars mulling Jason Robertson trade, two teams emerge as potential suitors

The Top 10


10	Suns owner sticks it to his rival with hiring of team's new HC

	Sources: Knicks players are unhappy with Rick Brunson's presence on bench
	Superfan Ben Stiller has nice parting message for Tom Thibodeau
	Mikal Bridges' contract situation may have inspired Thibodeau firing
	UConn HC Dan Hurley had five-word response to Knicks rumors
	Rick Carlisle shares his blunt reaction to Thibodeau's firing
	NBA All-Star Game doesn't solve league's problems, it just creates more


9	Saquon Barkley has shocking retirement comments

	Chargers extend former first-round LB
	Packers WR emerges in blockbuster trade rumor with Steelers
	Steelers CB 'looks the part' to be legitimate No. 2 behind Joey Porter Jr.
	Browns DC challenges Myles Garrett after getting massive contract
	Insider updates if Micah Parsons is close to receiving contract extension


8	Phillies pitcher off to historic start after latest outing

	J.T. Realmuto exits game after getting hit by baseball in groin
	Mariners All-Star bloodied by 102 mph line drive to the jaw
	Rockies made perfect post to celebrate sweep over Marlins
	Watch: Red Sox walk off the Angels with an only-at-Fenway home run
	Angels' Tyler Anderson reportedly thought Red Sox coach was stealing signs
	Rob Manfred admits to being influenced by President Trump in key decision

"I respect that you've got to ask it, but it's just a crazy question. It's just not going to happen." - Mike Macdonald


7	Seahawks HC shoots down 'crazy' Sam Darnold chatter

	Browns' Joe Flacco doesn’t hold back about Shedeur Sanders' presence
	Browns confirm Dillon Gabriel news amid QB competition
	Former exec sounds alarm on potential Aaron Rodgers, Steelers marriage
	Insider reveals what a likely Steelers offer for Kirk Cousins looks like
	Michael Penix Jr. discusses growing as leader amid odd Kirk Cousins situation
	Jets' Aaron Glenn, Josh Reynolds make big statements about QB Justin Fields


6	American Coco Gauff makes history at French Open

	World No. 361 Lois Boisson makes history, reaches French Open semis
	Watch: Mirra Andreeva scares ball boy with her angry outburst
	Watch: Novak Djokovic wins 41-shot rally, advances to French Open semis
	Italian masterclass: Jannik Sinner crushes Alexander Bublik to reach semis
	'Made a fool of himself': Jack Draper ripped by three-time Grand Slam winner


5	Five factors that will determine the 2025 NBA Finals

	Could this insane Tyrese Haliburton stat determine Pacers fate?
	Pacers embracing underdog role heading into NBA Finals
	What stars, eh? Why NBA Finals prove Canadian players are built for big stage
	10 numbers to know for the finals
	NBA Finals picks, predictions: Why the Pacers can beat the Thunder


4	Phil Mickelson makes stunning revelation on future

	Mickelson: LIV 'well on our way' to having world's best golfers
	Mickelson's take on Scottie Scheffler could not have been more wrong
	Rory McIlroy reveals why he ghosted media at PGA Championship
	High schooler qualifies for U.S. Open with incredible performance
	Storylines for RBC Canadian Open

"I've had some real honest conversations with him. Some real direct and honest conversations. We're going to go forward." - Joe Dumars


3	Pelicans boss speaks out amid swirling Zion Williamson rumors

	Trading Williamson has to be a priority for the Pelicans
	Russell Westbrook reportedly will receive large offer from surprise team
	New report reveals how much trade interest Kevin Durant will receive
	Lakers may face a dilemma when evaluating major team need
	Four steps Bulls must take this offseason to escape NBA purgatory


2	CFB teams that will surpass 2025 win projections

	Shots fired! Alabama superstar sends strong warning to SEC rival
	ACC, Florida State, Clemson to dismiss cases against each other
	Son of NFL Hall of Famer gets football offer from father's alma mater
	One of these five teams will win the CFP National Championship
	Can you name every team to make a College Football Playoff appearance?


1	Underrated hitters who could be dealt at trade deadline

	Most tradable asset for every AL team
	Most tradable asset for every NL team
	Three relievers Phillies should consider at MLB trade deadline
	Pete Fairbanks vs. Kyle Finnegan: Who's a better fit for Phillies?
	MLBPA, Tony Clark hire counsel amid federal investigation

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	Raiders star DE Maxx Crosby speaks out amid growing tension with Las Vegas, trade buzz

MLB News
	Diamondbacks GM gives update on Ketel Marte trade speculation
	Orioles banking on rotation depth being enough in AL East
	Red Sox could be inching closer to Cardinals' Brendan Donovan

NBA News
	Jaylen Brown sacrifices chance to break Larry Bird record, but plays crucial role in Celtics' win
	Giannis Antetokounmpo needs to be the bad guy if he wants to change teams
	Celtics forward Jaylen Brown slams NBA All-Star voting as a 'PR contest'

NHL News
	Olympic roster will be test to see if USA Hockey has learned from mistakes
	Devils head coach Sheldon Keefe calls out his team after Nico Hischier fight
	Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews' injury presents steep challenge for Toronto

College Football News
	TCU walks off No. 16 USC in OT on wild third-down play to end Alamo Bowl
	Nick Saban says fans aren't giving No. 1 Indiana 'proper respect' leading up to Rose Bowl against No. 9 Alabama
	Illinois staves off Tennessee on walk-off field goal to win Music City Bowl

College Basketball News
	How Kentucky stacks up ahead of SEC play
	NCAA says players who signed NBA contracts won't be granted eligibility

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