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February 23, 2026
U.S. Olympics hockey hero Jack Hughes' immediate future includes dental implants
Shortly after U.S. Olympics hockey hero Jack Hughes had his teeth knocked out, he scored the decisive goal in overtime to defeat Canada and win gold. Now comes dental work.
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February 6, 2026
Yasiel Puig found guilty of obstructing justice and making false statements in gambling case
A jury found former Dodgers outfielder Yasiel Puig guilty of obstruction of justice and making false statements to investigators Friday in Los Angeles federal court.
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February 5, 2026
Dodger Stadium tour guides failed to unionize. Here's why they're getting raises anyway
Repeated efforts by Dodger Stadium tour guides to unionize failed by slim margins. So the Dodgers gave the guides the same raise the union negotiated on their behalf.
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February 2, 2026
Santa Clarita girls' hockey team wins title after player's dad dies in icy accident
The dad of a Santa Clarita Flyers hockey player died on the way to a tournament in Colorado when a snow plow crashed into his van. Days later the girls' team won the title.
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January 30, 2026
Add Dodgers' Miguel Rojas to the list of those unable to play in the World Baseball Classic
Dodgers World Series star Miguel Rojas, 37, is disappointed that he can't represent his native Venezuela in the World Baseall Classic because of insurance problems.
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January 29, 2026
Katie Uhlaender's quest for record sixth Winter Olympics thwarted by Canada's questionable ethics
Canada manipulated the outcome of the North American Cup, keeping five-time U.S. Olympian skeleton racer Katie Uhlaender from qualifying for the Milan Cortina Olympics.
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January 28, 2026
Dept. of Education finds San Jose State violated Title IX regarding transgender volleyball player
The Dept. of Education warned that San José State risks "imminent enforcement action" if it doesn't voluntarily resolve the Title IX violations by taking action five ways.
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January 28, 2026
Caitlin Clark to serve as analyst ahead of Lakers-Knicks game on NBC's 'Basketball Night in America' debut
WNBA star Caitlin Clark will serve as a pregame analyst on the NBC Sports debut of "Basketball Night in America" on Sundays. First assignment: Lakers vs. Knicks.
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January 26, 2026
Why is Trump skipping the Super Bowl? Oft-traveling president says it's 'too far'
President Trump said he won't attend Super Bowl LX because the Bay Area is across the country. Both teams are from blue states and Trump disapproves of halftime show performer Bad Bunny.
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January 23, 2026
Fernando Mendoza declares for the NFL draft. But his special bobblehead will beat him to a Hall of Fame
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza declared for the NFL draft the same week a bobblehead of his memorable touchdown run in the CFP title game was released.
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January 22, 2026
Lawsuit targeting St. John Bosco High coach Jason Negro mostly misfires, judge rules
A judge ruled Thursday that St. John Bosco football coach Jason Negro and the Salesian Society cannot be sued by three former school administrators.
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January 21, 2026
'I want to clear my name': Yasiel Puig fights charges of lying to federal investigators in trial
Former Dodgers slugger Yasiel Puig rejected a plea agreement and is fighting federal charges at trial. He is accused of lying about placing hundreds of illegal bets.
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January 16, 2026
Dodgers go deep again with signing of Kyle Tucker, as much of the baseball world cries foul
The Dodgers' signing of Kyle Tucker is a staggering development that caused immediate consternation throughout baseball. The Dodgers are in a league of their own when it comes to spending on payroll.
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January 15, 2026
At least 20 players and gamblers indicted for fixing college and pro basketball games amid ongoing investigation
At least 15 former players and two prominent gamblers are among those charged with sports bribery and wire fraud in relation to fixing games.
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January 14, 2026
Jordan Addison's legal woes continue. Vikings receiver arrested for trespassing at 3:46 am.
Former USC star receiver Jordan Addison put a lucrative contract extension with the Vikings in jeopardy by getting arrested at a Florida casino at 3:46 a.m.
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January 12, 2026
49ers coach Kyle Shanahan shows performance-enhancing smelling salts aren't just for players
Kyle Shanahan must believe the olfactory exhilaration of smelling salts enhances his coaching ability. He's an advocate of the practice, as TV viewers discovered Sunday.
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January 12, 2026
MLB free-agent reset: Kyle Tucker, Cody Bellinger among unsigned big names as spring training approaches
Kyle Tucker, Cody Bellinger and Bo Bichette are big bats seeking huge contracts a month before spring training begins. Framber Valdez is the top available pitcher.
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January 9, 2026
Demond Williams Jr. calls a reverse, decides to remain at Washington rather than transfer
Demond Williams Jr. announces he will honor an an estimated $4.5 million name, image and likeness contract he signed a week ago and stay at Washington.
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January 7, 2026
Demond Williams Jr. exiting Washington despite NIL contract is a sign of the times
Washington has declined to submit quarterback Desmond Williams Jr. into the transfer portal because he signed a $4 million NIL deal to stay with the Huskies a few days ago.
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January 7, 2026
Former NFL player Jordan Shipley is in critical condition after accident on his ranch
Jordan Shipley, 40, was described as stable after remaining hospitalized Tuesday night in Austin. The record-setting Texas great suffered "severe burns on his body."
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January 6, 2026
Snoop Dogg hilariously keeps pace with furious Steve Kerr's ejection-producing rant
Snoop Dogg joined the NBC broadcasting team for the second half of an NBA game and contributed spot-on and hilarious commentary of Warrior coach Steve Kerr's sideline meltdown.
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January 5, 2026
Can Ravens' Tyler Loop rebound from missed kick better than Scott Norwood or Mike Vanderjagt?
Baltimore Ravens kicker Tyler Loop whiffed on what could have been a game-clinching kick against the Pittsburgh Steelers, adding to the NFL's list of noteworthy misses.
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January 2, 2026
CFP quarterfinals takeaways: Lane Kiffin is irrelevant for a day; new blood prevails over blue bloods
Traditional powers Ohio State, Georgia and Alabama exit the College Football Playoff along with Texas Tech. Upstarts Indiana, Ole Miss, Miami and Oregon continue on.
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December 30, 2025
Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs faces felony charge of strangling his private chef
Two-time All-Pro wide receiver Stefon Diggs of the New England Patriots is charged with strangling his private chef during an alleged dispute over her pay.
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December 30, 2025
Chip Kelly is named offensive coordinator at Northwestern. Can he repair his reputation?
Chip Kelly lands at Northwestern a month after the Raiders fired him as offensive coordinator and less than a year after his play calling helped Ohio State to a CFP title.
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December 30, 2025
Is Timothée Chalamet as good at pingpong as his character in 'Marty Supreme'?
Timothée Chalamet plays table tennis extremely well in 'Marty Supreme.' How much of it is because of practice, dedication and skill? Did CGI play a role?
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December 26, 2025
Travis Kelce ascends the all-time NFL receptions list while contemplating retirement
While basking in the adoration of Chiefs fans for perhaps the last time on Christmas Day, tight end Travis Kelce moved up to No. 9 on the all-time NFL receiving list.
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December 24, 2025
Georgia vs. Damon Wilson NIL case could determine whether schools can obtain NIL damages from transfers
Edge rusher Damon Wilson II responded to Georgia suing him for a 'liquidated damage fee' of $390,000 after he transferred to Missouri by filing a countersuit.
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December 23, 2025
Lindsey Vonn continues to turn back the clock, qualifying for the Winter Olympics at 41
Vonn's inspiring comeback from injuries and a seven-year hiatus from top-level skiing has injected the U.S. Olympic team narrative with an irresistible story line.
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December 22, 2025
Steelers star DJ Metcalf wigs out, swings at fan who called him by his given name
Two Lions touchdowns were erased by penalties in the last 30 seconds of a wild Steelers' win, but the on-field dramatics were overshadowed by DK Metcalf taking a swing at a fan.
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