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Fresh off the 4 Nations Face-Off, it’s time to check in for another NHL Awards Watch. Aside from the Vezina Trophy, each race is still close enough that the finish could be exciting down the stretch. http://dlvr.it/TJ7RkD

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In F1, new rules are being introduced that could result in points deductions for repeated ‘misconduct violations’, which includes swearing in press conferences and interviews. But swearing has a fine tradition in sport. http://dlvr.it/TJ7QJv

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Justin Ishbia has dropped his pursuit of the Minnesota Twins and will instead turn his attention back to the Chicago White Sox. How the Twins must regroup after seeing a billionaire bidder spurn them: http://dlvr.it/TJ7NtM

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Victor Wembanyama injury betting fallout: New Defensive Player of the Year favorite, Cooper Flagg sweepstakes update ⤵️ http://dlvr.it/TJ7Nq8

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The new MLS season is here and so is a new batch of kits for every team in the league. ◽️Most popular with 10 year olds ◽️Most disorienting ◽️Most likely to be worn by Mr. Freeze Superlatives: http://dlvr.it/TJ7MQN

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On Friday night after a Warriors blowout road win over the Kings, Steve Kerr finally stated that his 33rd starting lineup of the season is his permanent one. More on the small but surging group: http://dlvr.it/TJ7Kl6

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There were 22 players from 15 different HBCUs on NFL rosters when training camp closed last season. But none of those players heard their name called at the 2024 NFL Draft. This year's standouts: http://dlvr.it/TJ7Hth

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The catalyst for the Yankees changing their controversial, 49-year-old facial hair policy was likely Devin Williams. He spoke with owner Hal Steinbrenner and GM Brian Cashman last week. http://dlvr.it/TJ7GgF

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Hours before the Yankees began their first spring training game of 2025, owner Hal Steinbrenner announced a new facial-hair policy. "This is bigger than some may think." http://dlvr.it/TJ7G2S

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Michael Phelps is one of the most decorated Olympians of all time. When our writer spoke to him, what stood out was his emotional intelligence. http://dlvr.it/TJ7D4q

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Pitchers and catchers who reported to spring training last week. But right behind them come the robots. How are players navigating the Automated Ball-Strike system? 🔗 http://dlvr.it/TJ6nQr

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With the Saints' hiring of Doug Nussmeier as offensive coordinator, there will (again) be zero Black OCs in the NFL in 2025. More on the league-wide issue: http://dlvr.it/TJ6mLb

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The most notable move in our first beat writer mock draft? The Raiders trading up to select Shedeur Sanders. Why the move makes sense for Vegas, plus 31 other selections: http://dlvr.it/TJ6l7J

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The Cardinals had conversations with at least nine organizations about trading for Nolan Arenado — including some surprises 👀 🔗 http://dlvr.it/TJ6jbs

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How do current and former Yankees feel about the team's new facial hair policy? "It's a big deal." 🔗 http://dlvr.it/TJ6h5s

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The 4 Nations final drew an astonishing 9.3 million viewers on ESPN. That tops Game 7 of the NHL Finals between Boston and St. Louis in 2019. 🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/615...

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NEWS: The NFL has spoken to massage therapists who accused Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker of sexually inappropriate behavior. Sixteen women across eight spas in the Baltimore area have come forward with allegations to the @thebaltimorebanner.com. 🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/615...

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There's a new top player entering the NFL Draft 👀 Penn State's Abdul Carter has overtaken Colorado's Travis Hunter for the No. 1 spot on our Consensus Big Board. Who would you take at 1:1? 🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/614...

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MLB commissioner Rob Manfred and his right-hand man, Noah Garden, have devalued MLB’s national regular-season product with streaming deals. ESPN had no choice but to attempt to reduce its $550 million rights fee, writes @andrewmarchand.bsky.social. 🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/615...

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The USWNT's opening goal against Colombia in the SheBelieves Cup was one Catarina Macario had scored countless times. But this five-second sequence was different. It was a moment Macario had been working towards for years. @melanieanzidei.bsky.social has more ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/615...

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Hockey players by nature don’t like venturing into political brushfires. But Thursday night, there was an acknowledgment that this wasn’t your run-of-the-mill championship game. @pierrevlebrun.bsky.social explains why Canada’s 4 Nations win is bigger than hockey ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/615...

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The WTA Tour has a long history of teen tennis prodigies, but there is currently just one teenager in the top 100. Mirra Andreeva, 17, is in her first WTA 1,000 final after beating Elena Rybakina in Dubai — but why does she stand alone? @cdeccleshare.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/607...

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The saga of the rescinded trade between the Lakers and Hornets over Mark Williams continued Thursday when Williams’ agent released a statement disputing the results of his physical. "The Los Angeles Lakers should not have failed Mark Williams." More ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/615...

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One of the most recognizable rules in all of sports is no longer 👀 The New York Yankees announced Friday morning that they will allow “well-groomed beards” moving forward. Some notable names that were previously impacted by the policy – starting with Devin Williams 🧵

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Connor McDavid's 4 Nations winner evoked memories of Sidney Crosby's Golden Goal. Same countries. Same score. Another once-in-a-generation player delivering the dagger. More on McDavid emphatically opening Team Canada’s next chapter ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/615...

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While Connor McDavid scored the winning goal, Canada's starting goalie Jordan Binnington was the overtime hero in the 4 Nations Face-Off championship game. Takeaways from Canada lifting the 4 Nations title over the U.S. ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/615...

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ICYMI: Last night, LeBron James became the first player in NBA history to have multiple 40–point games at 40+ years old. After the game, Lakers' head coach JJ Reddick was effusive with his praise. “He just defies anything that’s normal.”

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau chimed in online after Canada beat the United States in the 4 Nations Face-Off final. 🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/liv...

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Jordan Binnington in winner-take-all games: ◽️ 29/30 saves in 2019 second round Game 7 against Dallas ◽️ 32/33 saves in 2019 Stanley Cup Final Game 7 against Boston ◽️ 31/33 saves in 4 Nations Face-Off final He won each of those games. H/T @peterbaugh.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/liv...

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Breaking News from @theathletic.bsky.social: Canada defeated the U.S. to win the 4 Nations Face-Off championship in a thrilling overtime game between hockey rivals.

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CANADA TAKES HOME THE FIRST 4 NATIONS FACE-OFF CHAMPIONSHIP IN OVERTIME 🇨🇦🏆

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“Johnny Hockey” chants broke out at the USA vs. Canada game ❤️ 🎥 @ardaocal.bsky.social More: www.nytimes.com/athletic/liv...

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A 4 Nations finale that deserves OT gets exactly that. Who will be the hero in this USA vs. Canada matchup? Follow along here ⤵️ www.nytimes.com/athletic/liv...

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What a hockey game through two periods. Both the United States and Canada have been as close to even as possible, with the tension and competitive energy to match. What's in store heading into a decisive period? www.nytimes.com/athletic/liv...

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The Tkachuk brothers have taken center stage for the United States in the 4 Nations Face-Off. Could Brady's goal in the championship game make the MVP race interesting? More: www.nytimes.com/athletic/liv...

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NEWS: Cowboys OL Zack Martin — a 7x All-Pro and 9x Pro Bowler — is retiring, according to multiple team sources. More: www.nytimes.com/athletic/614...

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Could it get any better than this? Canada. Team USA. National pride, anthem reactions, and some of the best talent hockey has to offer. This is the 4 Nations final ⤵️ http://dlvr.it/TJ5g3R

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NEWS: MLB and ESPN have “mutually agreed” to end their national television deal after the upcoming 2025 season, according to a memo obtained by The Athletic. Full story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/614...

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BREAKING: ESPN and MLB are no longer national TV partners after this season. They "mutually agreed" to opt out of the final 3 years of their deal, per a letter obtained by The Athletic. www.nytimes.com/athletic/614...

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The most notable move in our first beat writer mock draft? The Raiders trading up to select Shedeur Sanders. Why the move makes sense for Vegas, plus 31 other selections: http://dlvr.it/TJ5cXz

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Victor Wembanyama had been experiencing low energy in recent weeks which initially caused concern, a team source tells @samamick.bsky.social. Even with the positive long-term prognosis, there is an air of inevitable uncertainty that is as inescapable. 🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/614...

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“No matter the situation, the zone is the same. With runners on base. 9th inning. 1st inning. 3rd inning. Key situation. Non key situation." New column: Here comes the ABS challenge system. So here's what big leaguers need to know before they meet the robot umps www.nytimes.com/athletic/614...

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