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Panthers’ Sam Bennett helping pets find forever homes with every goal he scores
Read full article: Panthers’ Sam Bennett helping pets find forever homes with every goal he scoresAs the Florida Panthers continue their push for a second consecutive Stanley Cup, one of their players is also helping some lovable canines find their forever homes.
Former Dolphins defensive lineman Randy Crowder dies at 72
Read full article: Former Dolphins defensive lineman Randy Crowder dies at 72Randy Crowder, a former Miami Dolphins defensive lineman and father of ex-linebacker and broadcaster Channing Crowder, has died at the age of 72, the team announced Wednesday.
Reigning Stanley Cup champ Florida Panthers beat Carolina Hurricanes 5-2 in Eastern final opener
Read full article: Reigning Stanley Cup champ Florida Panthers beat Carolina Hurricanes 5-2 in Eastern final openerCarter Verhaeghe and Aaron Ekblad scored two tone-setting first-period goals while Sergei Bobrovsky remained strong in net as the reigning Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers beat the Carolina Hurricanes 5-2 in Tuesday night’s opener of their Eastern Conference final series.
Want a chance to meet Messi in Miami? Take your shot — literally
Read full article: Want a chance to meet Messi in Miami? Take your shot — literallyLionel Messi’s new hydration drink, Más+ by Messi, has launched its first-ever “Trick Shot Challenge,” giving fans across the country — especially in South Florida — a shot at meeting the soccer icon himself.
Gilgeous-Alexander and Thunder overwhelm Timberwolves again, win 118-103 for 2-0 West finals lead
Read full article: Gilgeous-Alexander and Thunder overwhelm Timberwolves again, win 118-103 for 2-0 West finals leadShai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 38 points a day after being named the NBA’s MVP, and the Oklahoma City Thunder overwhelmed the Minnesota Timberwolves again, winning 118-103 to take a 2-0 lead in the Western Conference finals.
Bennett, Verhaeghe help Panthers roll past Hurricanes 5-0, take 2-0 lead in Eastern final
Read full article: Bennett, Verhaeghe help Panthers roll past Hurricanes 5-0, take 2-0 lead in Eastern finalSam Bennett scored one of his two goals in Florida’s three-goal first period, Sergei Bobrovsky made 17 saves and the Panthers beat the Carolina Hurricanes 5-0 on Thursday night to take a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference final.
Scottie Scheffler opens Colonial with an eagle and trails tour rookie John Pak by 5 shots
Read full article: Scottie Scheffler opens Colonial with an eagle and trails tour rookie John Pak by 5 shotsScottie Scheffler and John Pak enjoyed the same start to the Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial with eagles on their respective first holes.
Pirates GM Ben Cherington says trading ace Paul Skenes is 'not at all part of the conversation'
Read full article: Pirates GM Ben Cherington says trading ace Paul Skenes is 'not at all part of the conversation'The last-place Pittsburgh Pirates have no interest in trading young ace Paul Skenes.
Stars get some secondary scoring and power-play goals, now seek 2-0 series lead over Oilers
Read full article: Stars get some secondary scoring and power-play goals, now seek 2-0 series lead over OilersIt's really not as bad as it sounds for the Dallas Stars that Mikko Rantanen has gone four playoff games in a row without scoring a goal.
Trump's Harvard visa threat could wipe out several of the school's sports teams
Read full article: Trump's Harvard visa threat could wipe out several of the school's sports teamsSome of Harvard’s sports teams would be virtually wiped out by a Trump administration decision that would make the Ivy League school ineligible for international student visas.
Former Dolphins defensive lineman Randy Crowder dies at 72
Read full article: Former Dolphins defensive lineman Randy Crowder dies at 72Randy Crowder, a former Miami Dolphins defensive lineman and father of ex-linebacker and broadcaster Channing Crowder, has died at the age of 72, the team announced Wednesday.
Colts pull schedule release video with Tyreek Hill arrest parody, issue apology
Read full article: Colts pull schedule release video with Tyreek Hill arrest parody, issue apologyThe Indianapolis Colts have pulled their 2025 schedule-release video after facing backlash over a clip that showed Miami Dolphins star Tyreek Hill as a dolphin being arrested by the “Coast Guard.”
Dolphins release 2025-26 schedule, set for 5 prime time games
Read full article: Dolphins release 2025-26 schedule, set for 5 prime time gamesThe Miami Dolphins’ 2025-26 regular season schedule was leaked on Wednesday, with five prime time games and an international matchup in Spain highlighting the slate.
It’s official: Dolphins, Commanders to play in Spain’s first-ever NFL game
Read full article: It’s official: Dolphins, Commanders to play in Spain’s first-ever NFL gameThe Miami Dolphins will host the Washington Commanders in unfamiliar territory this season, marking the first time an NFL regular-season game will be played in Spain.
Dolphins sign all but one of their 2025 draft picks
Read full article: Dolphins sign all but one of their 2025 draft picksThe Miami Dolphins have signed seven of their eight picks from the 2025 NFL Draft, with second-round selection Jonah Savaiinaea the only rookie yet to reach a deal, the team confirmed in a press release Friday.
Dallas Mavericks win NBA Draft Lottery in spot that would’ve belonged to Miami Heat
Read full article: Dallas Mavericks win NBA Draft Lottery in spot that would’ve belonged to Miami HeatOn Monday, the NBA Draft Lottery was held, and in an amazing story of luck, the Dallas Mavericks, who had just a 1.8% chance of landing the No. 1 pick, did just that.
Pat Riley: ‘The buck stops with me’ as Heat eye offseason changes after early playoff exit
Read full article: Pat Riley: ‘The buck stops with me’ as Heat eye offseason changes after early playoff exitMiami Heat President Pat Riley acknowledged the organization must make changes following the team’s first-round playoff exit, saying “the buck stops with me” as he reflected on the season and looked ahead to what’s next — with Jimmy Butler no longer part of the roster.
Cavs win by 55 points to sweep Heat and finish off most lopsided series in NBA playoff history
Read full article: Cavs win by 55 points to sweep Heat and finish off most lopsided series in NBA playoff historyCleveland left no doubt on its way to Round 2 — and finished off the most lopsided series in NBA playoff history.
Bennett, Verhaeghe help Panthers roll past Hurricanes 5-0, take 2-0 lead in Eastern final
Read full article: Bennett, Verhaeghe help Panthers roll past Hurricanes 5-0, take 2-0 lead in Eastern finalSam Bennett scored one of his two goals in Florida’s three-goal first period, Sergei Bobrovsky made 17 saves and the Panthers beat the Carolina Hurricanes 5-0 on Thursday night to take a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference final.
Panthers’ Sam Bennett helping pets find forever homes with every goal he scores
Read full article: Panthers’ Sam Bennett helping pets find forever homes with every goal he scoresAs the Florida Panthers continue their push for a second consecutive Stanley Cup, one of their players is also helping some lovable canines find their forever homes.
Reigning Stanley Cup champ Florida Panthers beat Carolina Hurricanes 5-2 in Eastern final opener
Read full article: Reigning Stanley Cup champ Florida Panthers beat Carolina Hurricanes 5-2 in Eastern final openerCarter Verhaeghe and Aaron Ekblad scored two tone-setting first-period goals while Sergei Bobrovsky remained strong in net as the reigning Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers beat the Carolina Hurricanes 5-2 in Tuesday night’s opener of their Eastern Conference final series.
Panthers rout Maple Leafs 6-1 in Game 7 to advance to 3rd straight Eastern Conference Final
Read full article: Panthers rout Maple Leafs 6-1 in Game 7 to advance to 3rd straight Eastern Conference FinalSergei Bobrovsky made 19 saves, Florida scored three times in a 6:24 span in the second period and the Panthers routed the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-1 in Game 7 on Sunday night to advance to their third straight Eastern Conference Final.
UM LB Adarius Hayes involved in Tampa-area crash that left 1 adult, 2 children dead
Read full article: UM LB Adarius Hayes involved in Tampa-area crash that left 1 adult, 2 children deadMiami Hurricanes linebacker Adarius Hayes was involved in a crash in the Tampa Bay area Saturday that killed an adult and two children and left several others hospitalized with “serious injuries,” authorities confirmed.
Deputies release body camera video showing response to home of Hurricanes QB Carson Beck
Read full article: Deputies release body camera video showing response to home of Hurricanes QB Carson BeckBody camera video released by the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office shows the moments deputies respond to the home of Miami Hurricanes quarterback Carson Beck.
Griffin Conine suffers shoulder injury during Marlins loss in Philadelphia
Read full article: Griffin Conine suffers shoulder injury during Marlins loss in PhiladelphiaSaturday’s 11-10 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park meant five straight losses for the Miami Marlins, but the team will now likely be without one of its young, rising players for the foreseeable future.
Want a chance to meet Messi in Miami? Take your shot — literally
Read full article: Want a chance to meet Messi in Miami? Take your shot — literallyLionel Messi’s new hydration drink, Más+ by Messi, has launched its first-ever “Trick Shot Challenge,” giving fans across the country — especially in South Florida — a shot at meeting the soccer icon himself.
Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom at White House ceremony
Read full article: Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom at White House ceremonyLionel Messi, widely considered one of the greatest soccer players of all time, and NBA legend Earvin “Magic” Johnson will be among the 19 honorees receiving the Presidential Medal of Freedom on Saturday at the White House.
Luis Suárez signs contract extension with Inter Miami
Read full article: Luis Suárez signs contract extension with Inter MiamiInter Miami CF announced Wednesday that striker Luis Suárez, the club’s leading scorer in 2024, has signed a contract extension that will keep him with the team through the 2025 MLS season.
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Florida coach Todd Golden reaps rewards of national title, including reloading his roster
Read full article: Florida coach Todd Golden reaps rewards of national title, including reloading his rosterIt would be tough to top the month Florida coach Todd Golden has enjoyed since winning the national championship.
Messi's favorite goal, a header for Barcelona in 2009 Champions League final, to become work of art
Read full article: Messi's favorite goal, a header for Barcelona in 2009 Champions League final, to become work of artLionel Messi has revealed his favorite goal, and it wasn’t one of the hundreds he has scored with his legendary left foot.
Team Penske focused on moving forward after shock firings following Indy 500 cheating scandal
Read full article: Team Penske focused on moving forward after shock firings following Indy 500 cheating scandalRoger Penske personally told Will Power about the firings of Team Penske’s top three executives and the decision came after a sleepless night of contemplating how to handle a cheating scandal ahead of the Indianapolis 500.
An America's Cup without an American boat? American Magic says it may not sail in Naples
Read full article: An America's Cup without an American boat? American Magic says it may not sail in NaplesAmerican Magic has put its participation in the next America’s Cup in serious doubt after it cited what it considered “transparency” concerns related to Team New Zealand’s decision to hold the 2027 regatta in Naples, Italy.
Pulisic among the US starters to miss CONCACAF Gold Cup, last competitive matches before World Cup
Read full article: Pulisic among the US starters to miss CONCACAF Gold Cup, last competitive matches before World CupChristian Pulisic, Yunus Musah, Antonee Robinson, Josh Sargent and Joe Scally will miss the CONCACAF Gold Cup, leaving the United States with a depleted roster for its last competitive soccer matches before the 2026 World Cup.
Man United faces more financial turmoil after Europa League final loss
Read full article: Man United faces more financial turmoil after Europa League final lossThe financial consequences of Manchester United losing in the Europa League final should be painful and affect the club for years.
Dallas Stars not getting shut out on power play in this West final against Oilers
Read full article: Dallas Stars not getting shut out on power play in this West final against OilersThe Dallas Stars aren’t getting shut out on the power play in the Western Conference final against Edmonton this time.
Choke! Haliburton brings back memory of Pacers' postseason past in front of Reggie Miller
Read full article: Choke! Haliburton brings back memory of Pacers' postseason past in front of Reggie MillerTyrese Haliburton was waiting for the right time to bring back Reggie Miller’s choke signal from the Pacers’ postseason past.
Bueckers crosses another first off career list as homecoming leaves Wings with latest loss to Lynx
Read full article: Bueckers crosses another first off career list as homecoming leaves Wings with latest loss to LynxPaige Bueckers admired the Minnesota Lynx as a kid while cheering on each of the four WNBA championships that played a part in her ascension to becoming the first overall pick in the draft last month.
Anatomy of a comeback: How the Pacers rallied from 14 down in the final 3:14 to beat Knicks
Read full article: Anatomy of a comeback: How the Pacers rallied from 14 down in the final 3:14 to beat KnicksThe Indiana Pacers were down by as many as 17 points in the fourth quarter, and still trailed by 14 points with 3 minutes and 14 seconds left in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals at New York on Wednesday night.
Hurricanes' Hall, Panthers' Jones reunite in Eastern final after trades from rebuilding Blackhawks
Read full article: Hurricanes' Hall, Panthers' Jones reunite in Eastern final after trades from rebuilding BlackhawksCarolina Hurricanes forward Taylor Hall and Florida Panthers defenseman Seth Jones have gone from playing for a rebuilding team in Chicago to battling in the Eastern Conference final.
Pacers tie it on Haliburton's jumper at buzzer, then beat Knicks 138-135 in OT of East finals Game 1
Read full article: Pacers tie it on Haliburton's jumper at buzzer, then beat Knicks 138-135 in OT of East finals Game 1Tyrese Haliburton tied it with a long jumper that bounced high off the back of the rim and in as time expired in regulation, then the Indiana Pacers went on to finish off their stunning rally by beating the New York Knicks 138-135 in overtime Wednesday night in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals.
Stars score 3 PP goals in 5 1/2 minutes early in 3rd, rally to beat Oilers 6-3 in Game 1
Read full article: Stars score 3 PP goals in 5 1/2 minutes early in 3rd, rally to beat Oilers 6-3 in Game 1Miro Heiskanen, Mikael Granlund and Matt Duchene scored power-play goals in a 5:26 span early in the third period and the Dallas Stars opened their Western Conference final rematch against the Edmonton Oilers with a 6-3 victory Wednesday night.
Colts owner Jim Irsay remembered for love of football, commitment to music, animal welfare
Read full article: Colts owner Jim Irsay remembered for love of football, commitment to music, animal welfareNFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, fellow owners and former players are remembering Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay for his commitment to his team and the game.
After NFL approval, LA28's Wasserman is optimistic MLB players will also find a path to the Olympics
Read full article: After NFL approval, LA28's Wasserman is optimistic MLB players will also find a path to the OlympicsThe organizers of the Los Angeles Olympics remain optimistic that Major League Baseball will find a way to join the NFL in sending the world’s best athletes in their respective sports to the 2028 Games.