MLB Moves Check-Swing Robot Umps Challenges, Experimental Rules to Triple-A
Major League Baseball’s experiment of a robot umpire technology system allowing challenges to checked swing calls is moving up from Class A to Triple-A. MLB will also test moving second base slightly to position it entirely within the infield, which would reduce by 9 inches the distance between first and second, and between second and…
Alberta wins bid to host 2028 World Cup of Hockey
Listen to this article Estimated 3 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. Alberta and Czechia will host the fourth edition of the World Cup of Hockey, a country-versus-country hockey tournament set to hit…
Sacha Boisvert Signs Entry-Level Contract With Blackhawks – The Hockey Writers – Chicago Blackhawks
The Chicago Blackhawks announced on Monday (Mar. 16) that they have agreed to a three-year, entry-level contract with forward prospect Sacha Boisvert, which runs through the 2027-28 season ($974,167 cap hit). Selected 18th overall in the 2024 NHL Draft, the 6-foot-3, 185-pound forward is highly touted for his skill and scoring ability, but also brings…
2026 NFL Mock Draft: Jets Get QB? Cowboys Snag Draft’s No. 1 Defensive Player
In recent weeks, most mock drafts have only one quarterback going in the first round. Following the opening week of free agency, though, I see a second signal-caller entering the mix for first-round consideration. Who could be the second first-round quarterback taken after Fernando Mendoza in the 2026 NFL Draft — and which team will…
USA’s Star-Spangled World Cup Jerseys Unveiled Ahead of March Friendlies
Once again, the United States men’s national team will wrap themselves in the flag when the country hosts the FIFA World Cup — this time along with Canada and Mexico — for the first time in 32 years this summer. USA defender Tim Ream in the ‘Stripes’ kit. (Photo by Andrea Vilchez/ISI Photos/USSF/Getty Images) On…
Bruins’ Offense Could Receive Boost From Top Prospect James Hagens – The Hockey Writers – Boston Bruins
The Boston Bruins have to be happy with the season that top prospect James Hagens has had. He quickly became the top name of the Bruins’ prospect pool after his selection at seventh in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. In his first year at Boston College, he has not disappointed. Related: 3 Bruins’ Factors That…
Chiefs Land New Backup for Patrick Mahomes, Reportedly Trade for Justin Fields
The Kansas City Chiefs are getting an experienced quarterback to backup Patrick Mahomes as he rehabs from an ACL tear. The Chiefs are acquiring Justin Fields from the New York Jets in a trade, ESPN reported Monday. New York will reportedly receive a sixth-round pick in the 2027 draft from Kansas City, while the Chiefs…
3 Takeaways From Oilers’ 3-1 Win Over Predators – The Hockey Writers – Edmonton Oilers
The Edmonton Oilers put a halt to their two-game losing streak and picked up a huge two points in the Pacific Division playoff race as they defeated the Nashville Predators by a score of 3-1 at Rogers Place on Sunday (March 15) night. Leon Draisaitl, Zach Hyman, and Matthew Savoie scored for Edmonton, while the…
Sound Smart: 4 Observations on the First Wave of NFL Free Agency
Let the second week of free agency begin. After the first week, the quarterback carousel looks relatively settled. Kyler Murrray signed with the Vikings, Malik Willis signed with the Dolphins, Daniel Jones signed an extension with the Colts, Tua Tagovailoa signed with the Falcons. Aaron Rodgers has not signed, but he figures to return to…
Aaron Judge: World Baseball Classic is ‘Bigger and Better Than the World Series’
On a night when All-Stars and future Hall of Famers thrilled fans and each other until the final out, Aaron Judge proclaimed the World Baseball Classic had grown into the sport’s biggest event. “It’s bigger and better than the World Series,” the U.S. captain said after a 2-1 semifinal win over the Dominican Republic that…