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New Rules, New Uniforms, New Era: What's Changing in the NFL for 2026
From overhauled kickoff rules to franchise rebrands, the 2026 NFL season is shaping up to look and feel different from anything we've seen before.
The Patriots Want to Make History — And They Might Actually Pull It Off
New England is looking to become just the fourth team in NFL history to win a Super Bowl the year after losing one. Don't count them out.
Shohei Ohtani's 2026: The Year He Could Win Both the MVP and the Cy Young
Ohtani has already redefined what's possible in baseball. This season, he could accomplish something truly unprecedented.
Colorado Locks Up the West's Top Seed — But Is This the Avalanche's Year?
The Avalanche have clinched the Western Conference's best record. Now comes the hard part: proving they can translate regular season dominance into a deep playoff run.
The Pacific Division Race Goes Down to the Wire
Edmonton, Anaheim, and Vegas are separated by razor-thin margins with days left in the regular season. One division, three contenders, zero margin for error.
The Blue Jays Begin Their Title Defense with New Faces and Old Expectations
Toronto enters 2026 as the defending AL champions. The roster has evolved, but the standard hasn't.
Stanley Cup Playoffs 2026: The First-Round Matchups to Watch
The NHL playoff field is set. Here are the series that could define the 2026 postseason.
Ovechkin's Last Home Game? The End of an Era in Washington
Alex Ovechkin skated off to a standing ovation in what may have been his final home game as a Capital. The Great Eight's legacy is already secure.
The A's Are Building Something Real — Even From a Minor League Ballpark
Playing in Sacramento while their Las Vegas stadium takes shape, the Athletics are proving that their rebuild isn't a punchline anymore.
No More Pay-Per-View: How the Paramount+ Deal Is Reshaping UFC
The UFC's new seven-year deal with Paramount+ eliminates pay-per-view entirely. It's the biggest structural shift in combat sports in decades.
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Adesanya at the Crossroads: The Last Stylebender's Fight to Stay Relevant
Israel Adesanya is on his first career losing streak. His next fight against Joe Pyfer in Seattle could determine whether he's still a contender or a legacy act.
The UFC Doubled Its Bonuses — And Fighters Are Feeling the Difference
Performance of the Night and Fight of the Night bonuses jumped from $50K to $100K in 2026. The impact goes beyond the paycheck.
Justin Rose's Heartbreak at Augusta: So Close, Yet Again
Justin Rose made a Sunday charge for the ages — four birdies in five holes on the front nine — but fell just short of a green jacket for the third time. His Augusta story remains golf's cruelest near-miss.
Scheffler's Final-Round 68 Wasn't Enough — But It Showed Why He's Still the World's Best
Scottie Scheffler fired the lowest final round among the contenders and still finished one shot short. His closing 68 was a reminder of his relentless competitiveness.
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2026 NFL Draft Preview: Mendoza, the Raiders, and the Biggest Storylines Heading Into Pittsburgh
The 2026 NFL Draft kicks off April 23 in Pittsburgh, and the Raiders' No. 1 pick feels like a foregone conclusion. Here's everything you need to know.
The $22.5 Million Masters Purse: Golf's Prize Money Arms Race Shows No Signs of Slowing
Rory McIlroy earned $4.5 million for his Masters victory — the largest payout in tournament history. The purse growth tells a bigger story about where golf is headed.
What's Next on the PGA Tour: The Road from Augusta to the PGA Championship
The Masters is over, but the 2026 PGA Tour season is just heating up. Here's what to watch as golf shifts its focus to the second major of the year.
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Baker Mayfield, Zach Ertz, and the Veterans Fighting for One More Chapter
For several NFL veterans, the 2026 season represents a last stand — a chance to rewrite their legacies or go out on their own terms.
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Can the Dodgers Three-Peat? LA's Dynasty Bid Faces Its Toughest Test Yet
The Los Angeles Dodgers are chasing a third consecutive World Series title. History says it's nearly impossible. Their roster says otherwise.