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Phil Kessel Breaks NHL Record for Consecutive Games Played
Kessel, a right winger for the Vegas Golden Knights, played in his 990th straight game. “I just try to play no matter what.”
Why Are the Giants and Jets Still Considered Underdogs?
Bookmakers aren’t yet sold on the teams, despite winning records and solid upsets. Their distrust comes down to close games and weak schedules.
A Boston Marathon Winner Is Disqualified After Positive Drug Test
Diana Kipyokei of Kenya, who won the women’s race in October 2021, tested positive for a prohibited steroid that can enhance performance.
Raiders Blow Lead Against Chiefs, Falling to 1-4
Rewarded for boldness earlier in the game, Las Vegas tried for a go-ahead 2-point conversion rather than a tie. The attempt failed and the team...
Ben Simmons Returns to the Court for the Nets
Nets Coach Steve Nash said he saw “glimpses of the potential” in a 6-point, 19-minute effort.
Move Over … Everything? Here Comes Major League Pickleball.
Professional pickleball is expanding, and it has become a big enough deal that even LeBron James wanted a piece of a team.
John Harbaugh Criticized After Ravens Blow Lead Against Bills
Coach John Harbaugh’s aggressive call in the final minutes against Buffalo went against conventional wisdom. When it didn’t work, he was left with a loss...
Thomas Morstead and Dolphins Survive Butt Punt to Beat Bills
The Butt Punt seems destined to join the Butt Fumble in N.F.L. rear-end-related lore.
Mets Set Record for Most Hit by Pitches
Mets batters have been hit 106 times with 11 games still to play: “It’s like a broken record at this point.”
Broncos Coach Nathaniel Hackett: ‘I Would Be Booing Myself’
For the second week in a row, Denver fans were left scratching their heads about Nathaniel Hackett’s play-calling and time management.