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Oregon and Gonzaga, two basketball programs you’d think would meet much more often considering their relatively close location to each other, played in Portland Sunday afternoon. It was Oregon’s sixth quad one game of the season, and we’re not even into January yet. Gonzaga defeated the Ducks 91-82. In those six quad one games, Oregon […]
From Addicted To Quack | 2 months ago | 1 read
Look, being a player in the National Hockey League is hard, and not just the physical aspect. For young stars Collin Graf, Zack Ostapchuck and Yaroslav Askarov, it’s being away from home, especially during the holidays. One moment you are playing in your hometown, and the next you are thousands of miles away for long stretches in a new place they now call home. So, how are some of the young San Jose Sharks spending Christmas? Askarov will be taking the calm approach. “Just gonna...
From Fear The Fin | 2 months ago | 3 reads
According to a report by ESPN’s Jeff Kassouf USWNT forward Catarina Macario has “several NWSL teams” interested in signing her away from the European powerhouse in the WSL, Chelsea. Macario’s current contract runs through the rest of the WSL season and up to the summer transfer window on July 1, 2026, but she can sign […]
From All For XI | 2 months ago | 0 reads
Hockey helped Zoe Boyd navigate family trauma. Now she's in the PWHL and hosting a podcast about the sport she loves. The post For out PWHL star Zoe Boyd, hockey and family are sources of strength appeared first on Outsports .
From Outsports | 2 months ago | 1 read
The Flyers are in Philadelphia for a one-game homestand to host a Vancouver Canucks team that have been on a roll since trading their best player. It might be a weird one. Puck drop: 7:30 p.m. How to watch/listen: 📺: NBCSP 📻: 97.5 The Fanatic Pregame reading The Flyers are really playing some of the most boring and low-event 3-on-3 hockey we’ve ever seen in the NHL. [BSH] At his pre-game media availability, Rick Tocchet really let everyone know that he’s fed up with answ...
From Broad Street Hockey | 2 months ago | 0 reads
Many around the hockey world were stunned that the Los Angeles Kings would trade the veteran center Phillip Danault for a draft pick, without getting a roster player back in return. Especially considering centers are at a premium on the trade market these days. So why did the Kings rush into such a deal? According to insider Elliotte Friedman , the situation had become so untenable, something had to be done ASAP, and the Montreal Canadiens likely knew they had the Kings over a barrel. It...
From NHL Trade Rumors | 2 months ago | 6 reads
The Edmonton Oilers (18-13-6) have -187 moneyline odds to win when they host the Calgary Flames (15-17-4), who have +156 odds, on Tuesday, Dec. 23 at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN+. You can watch the Oilers look to knock off the the Flames on ESPN+. Oilers vs. Flames Game Info & Odds When: Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 9 p.m. ET TV Channel: ESPN+ Live Stream: ESPN+ Where: Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta Favorite: Oilers (-187) Underdog: Flames (+156) Over/under: 6 Oilers vs. Flam...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 2 months ago | 2 reads
The Ottawa Senators (18-13-4) are the favorites at home against the Buffalo Sabres (17-14-4) on Tuesday, Dec. 23. The Senators are -157 on the moneyline to win over the Sabres (+131) in the contest, which starts at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+. ESPN+ will show this Senators versus Sabres matchup. Senators vs. Sabres Game Info & Odds When: Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 7 p.m. ET TV Channel: ESPN+ Live Stream: Fubo Live Stream: ESPN+ Where: Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, Ontario Favorit...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 2 months ago | 0 reads
The Washington Capitals (19-12-5) are favorites when they host the New York Rangers (18-16-4) on Tuesday, Dec. 23 at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+. The Capitals are -170 on the moneyline to win, while the Rangers have +142 moneyline odds. The Capitals-Rangers matchup can be seen on ESPN+, so tune in to take in the action. Capitals vs. Rangers Game Info & Odds When: Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 7 p.m. ET TV Channel: ESPN+ Live Stream: Fubo Live Stream: ESPN+ Where: Capital One Arena in Wa...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 2 months ago | 8 reads
The Buffalo Sabres are on a roll. With a six-game winning streak, putting them back into the thick of a very tight Eastern Conference race, and a new general manager in place, perhaps it’s time to start thinking good things for the Sabres' future. Starting with an extension agreement to keep star forward and pending unrestricted free agent Alex Tuch around for the long haul. New GM Jarmo Kekalainen says that’s one of his first priorities in his new gig. However, with Tuch looking for an...
From NHL Trade Rumors | 2 months ago | 3 reads
Mats Zuccarello regrets that the Minnesota Wild didn’t get off to a better start in their 5-1 loss to the Colorado Avalanche on Sunday. “We showed them a little too much respect, I think,” Zuccarello said. “A good team like that, you gotta be on the front foot. But you gotta give them credit. I...
From Hockey Wilderness | 2 months ago | 5 reads
Last night, Christmas came early for Connor Ingram. It was his first NHL start in 272 days, the 100th NHL start of his career and first as a member of the Edmonton Oilers. It was a big moment for him and the team. Ingram left the Utah Mammoth last February and entered the NHL/NHLPA assistance…
From In the Pressbox | 2 months ago | 0 reads
Jets head coach Aaron Glenn announced there will be no change at quarterback when the Jets host the Patriots in Week 17. Brady Cook will make his third start of the season. It has been a struggle for Cook since he took over for an injured Tyrod Taylor in the Jets’ loss to the Miami […]
From Gang Green Nation | 2 months ago | 3 reads
There’s a very real possibility we’re watching one of Connor McDavid’s best stretches unfold in front of our eyes. The shackles have seemingly broken free on his game, as in the most recent 10 games, McDavid has racked up 10 goals, 14 assists, 26 points and a staggering 47 shots on goal. His next-level play…
From In the Pressbox | 2 months ago | 1 read
Philadelphia Flyers head coach Rick Tocchet is really sick and tired of answering questions about Matvei Michkov and wants to focus on literally anything else. Coming into this season, a whole lot of the conversation surrounding this team was just how much the young Russian star could level up his play in his sophomore season. Wondering if he could hit triple digits in points, if he could take his John Tortorella-led teachings and start to care about defense, and all the rest. But when Mi...
From Broad Street Hockey | 2 months ago | 1 read
The Carolina Panthers haven’t sniffed the postseason since 2017, but on Sunday, they took their biggest step yet toward ending that drought. Carolina outlasted the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 23-20 in a tense, back-and-forth divisional fight at Bank of America Stadium, moving into sole possession of first place in the NFC South with just two games to play. Panthers Take Control of the NFC South With Gritty Win Over Bucs — and Set Up a Massive Week 17 The defining moment came in the final mi...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 2 months ago | 2 reads
Seattle Seahawks outside linebacker Derick Hall will not be playing in Week 17’s big road game against the Carolina Panthers. Hall was suspended one game by the NFL after stepping on the injured leg of Los Angeles Rams guard Kevin Dotson. While Dotson’s injury was caused prior to that incident, the league deemed Hall’s actions […]
From Field Gulls | 2 months ago | 4 reads
The Blackhawks will be without the two young centerpieces of their rebuild for the next while, but they might be getting their captain back off injured reserve in time for their last game before Christmas. Nick Foligno was a full participant in practice on Monday and looks to be back in the lineup when the Blackhawks host the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday night. Blackhawks head coach Jeff Blashill was not at practice on Monday , but assistant coach Mike Vellucci said they’ll determine if...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 2 months ago | 2 reads
Injuries and illness continue to test the Rangers’ depth, as J.T. Miller lands on IR and Brett Berard gets another NHL look ahead of a tough matchup in Washington.
From Blueshirt Banter | 2 months ago | 0 reads
The Edmonton Oilers like to keep you on your toes — trades, goalie injuries, call-ups, and returns to the lineup, all during the busiest stretch leading up to Christmas. It’s pure hockey cinema. To make things even spicier, add in the fact that Connor McDavid is playing lights out right now, and with the way…
From In the Pressbox | 2 months ago | 1 read
The Portland Trail Blazers are facing off against the Detroit Pistons at home in the first game of a long five-game homestand. Portland is coming into this game off the back of two straight wins over the Sacramento Kings, and on a three-game win streak all together. On the other side, Detroit currently sits atop […]
From Blazer's Edge | 2 months ago | 4 reads
One thing I’ve tried to be careful about this year is grading the Jets on a curve. When a team is bad, the easiest thing in the world to do is rage for clicks. The reality entering this season, however, was that the Jets were likely to be a bad team. The roster was short […]
From Gang Green Nation | 2 months ago | 4 reads
The Anaheim Ducks and Seattle Kraken face off on Monday at Honda Center in Anaheim, and the sportsbooks fancy the home team (-191) over the visitor (+158). Watch the NHL on Fubo! Ducks vs. Kraken Favorite, Moneyline, Total Favorite: Ducks (-191) Underdog: Kraken (+158) Total: 6.5 Best Ducks vs. Kraken Promo Codes How to Watch Ducks vs. Kraken Date: Monday, December 22, 2025 Time: 10 p.m. ET How to watch on TV: ESPN+ Location: Anaheim, California Venue: Honda Cen...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 2 months ago | 3 reads
The Edmonton Oilers and Vegas Golden Knights both came into Sunday’s game in the second half of a back-to-back weekend, and with each club missing key pieces, it was tough to predict what to expect in their first matchup of the season. Unsurprisingly, the game featured plenty of ebbs and flows, as both sides took…
From In the Pressbox | 2 months ago | 3 reads
Mike and Dan lament the Islanders three loses last week and how poorly they looked through most of them, before discussing a recent article about growing the team’s fanbase. Losing three games because one of your best players is hurt is one thing. Looking like you forgot how to play hockey is something entirely different. […]
From Lighthouse Hockey | 2 months ago | 4 reads