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Following a 5-2 Game 1 victory over the Florida Panthers, history is on the side of the Vegas Golden Knights as they look to hoist the Stanley Cup for the first time in franchise history. A whopping 76 percent of teams who win the first game of the Final go on win Lord Stanley's Cup. 
History is on the Golden Knights' side after Game 1  pic.twitter.com/mFCl5c9G6s— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) June 4, 2023
Both the Golden Knights and Panthers are searching for their first Cup. It's only the seventh time in NHL history two Cup-less teams have battled in the Final – and the...

Golden Knights have history on their side after taking Game 1 of Stanley Cup Final

Chicago, IL

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman met with the media on Saturday before Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final to give his annual state of the league address.One of the more interesting pieces of information that Bettman shared was the development that former Chicago Blackhawks general manager Stan Bowman and former head coach Joel Quenneville would like a meeting about potential reinstatement back into the league. Bettman said he will deal with them at the conclusion of the Stanley Cup Final between the Vegas Golden Knights and Florida Panthers. Both men have been out of the NHL since early in the 2021-22 season...

Former Blackhawks GM, coach want meeting with commissioner about reinstatement

Columbus, OH

The Columbus Blue Jackets are reportedly set to make a new head coaching announcement in the near future, and if they follow through it is going to be a very controversial hire.According to multiple reports on Saturday, including TSN's Darren Dreger and Sportsnet, the Blue Jackets have decided to hire former Detroit Red Wings and Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Mike Babcock.The reported hold up is related to the Blue Jackets waiting for his current contract with Toronto to expire at the end of the month. Babcock has not coached in the NHL since early in the 2019-20 season when he...

Blue Jackets rumored to be making controversial HC hire

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These celebrities are all neighbors with Matthew McConaughey, now!. In a surprising twist, the Lone Star state of Texas has become the new hotspot for Hollywood's elite. Over the past couple of years, a wave of celebrities has been making their way to the southern state, seeking solace and settling into the welcoming embrace of Texas hospitality. The city of choice? Austin, the vibrant capital that seems to have cast a spell on the hearts of these famous stars.

The Hottest City in Texas Where All the Celebrities Are Flocking To!

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Just two seasons ago, the Arizona Diamondbacks won 52 games. It tied them for the worst record in baseball and saw them finish an astounding 55 games behind the division-leading Giants.On Thursday, after a two-run rally in the bottom of the ninth secured their MLB-best fifth straight win, those same D-backs now inexplicably own the best record in the National League.Potential NL Rookie of the Year Corbin Carroll gave his candidacy a big boost with this two-run walk-off single to beat the Rockies.
That's 5 straight wins and a share of 1st place for the @Dbacks thanks to @corbin_carroll's #walkoff. pic.twitter.com/drjQQCQG46—...

MLB's worst team in 2021 now has NL's best record

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Douglas, MI

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Vanderpump Rules star Tom Sandoval was caught in another lie. He quit his sobriety. He took to his Instagram Stories to share an update with his fans. Sandoval was hammered and feeling the vibes of his beach trip. Keep on reading to learn more and see the footage for yourself.

'Vanderpump Rules' Tom Sandoval Caught In Another Lie, Quits Sobriety At Lake Michigan?

San Francisco, CA

San Francisco 49ers quarterbacks coach Brian Griese didn't dance around the issue when detailing why and how Brock Purdy must improve following his breakout rookie season. "...There's a lot of things that Brock can and needs to get better at, for this team to go where we want to go," Griese explained, per Ali Thanawalla of NBC Sports Bay Area. "And Brock and I, we've had that conversation and he knows, he's the first one to tell you and that's normal too for a young player. So I'm excited to get him back, get him healthy and see how good he...

49ers QB coach details why, where Brock Purdy must improve

Saint Louis, MO

Albert Pujols called it quits after a remarkable last ride with the St. Louis Cardinals last season. However, Pujols will be back at the ballpark for a Cardinals game this weekend, trying out a potential new career.  On Sunday, Pujols will venture into the broadcast booth for the first time, providing color commentary for the Cardinals tilt against the Pittsburgh Pirates for Peacock. 
Albert Pujols (@PujolsFive) -- making his debut as a game analyst -- and Bob Walk join @brendanmburke in MLB Sunday Leadoff booth this Sunday for Cardinals-Pirates at 11:35 a.m. ET on @peacock https://t.co/FIBVxgetcH— NBC Sports PR (@NBCSportsPR) June...

Cardinals icon to debut Sunday in announcers booth

Augusta, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 36-year-old man from Augusta was recently arrested in Coffee County after a drug detective reportedly witnessed him strike a woman in a vehicle. The altercation, according to the victim, stemmed from her forgetting money to purchase drinks. Detectives also reported discovering suspected methamphetamine on the suspect, Brandon Durden, and other drug-related objects inside the vehicle, leading to additional charges.

Augusta man charged for allegedly striking woman three times because she forgot money to purchase drinks

Douglas, GA

A local 30-year-old landed behind bars last week after a plan to allegedly pocket $800 from a woman went wrong just minutes later. The suspect, James Turner, reportedly was either unaware, or had forgotten, that CashApp transactions can't be erased.

Douglas man arrested for allegedly stealing woman's phone then sending $800 to girlfriend through CashApp

Los Angeles, CA

It's been roughly a week and a half since the Denver Nuggets ended the Los Angeles Lakers' season with an impressive sweep in the Western Conference Finals. But as we've seen over the years, the Lakers will always remain in the crossfire for opposing players, analysts, fans and everyone in between.This sentiment was on full display ahead of the 2023 NBA Finals between the Nuggets and Miami Heat, when Denver forward Bruce Brown was offering praise for teammate Nikola Jokic. This time, the Laker taking the jabs was big man Anthony Davis.Brown spoke to SiriusXM NBA Radio ahead of Game...

Lakers star trolled by Nuggets forward: Nikola Jokic 'had AD in shambles'

Denver, CO

Denver Nuggets games are blacked out for many fans in Denver. Commissioner Adam Silver says it's the NBA's responsibility to change that.
Adam Silver said he has a brother in Boulder and he hears about the Comcast/Altitude impasse all the time. Admitted “it’s on us” to fix it and conceded that it’s bad for fans, specifically for a team with a two-time MVP that’s the No. 1 seed.— Mike Singer (@msinger) June 1, 2023
Nuggets games are broadcast on Altitude Sports, a regional sports network owned by Stan Kroenke. Since 2004, it has broadcast games of the Nuggets, the Avalanche, and the...

NBA commissioner makes hollow vow to end Nuggets TV stalemate

Alabama State

Knoxville, TN

Transferring Tennessee forward Olivier Nkamhoua visited Michigan on Friday, according to a tweet from On3 National Recruiting Expert Joe Tipton."Expected to visit Baylor after his trip to Ann Arbor. Plans to make a decision by Sunday or Monday, but could be delayed," Tipton wrote. "Previously visited West Virginia and Kansas State. Memphis has also been involved."Nkamhoua, a former 3-star prospect from Helsinki, Finland, played four seasons with the Volunteers. The 6-foot-9-inch forward took the court in 112 games during his time in the program, making 58 starts. He logged averages of 6.5 points, 3.8 rebounds and one assist per game...

Transferring Tennessee forward visits Michigan

Deandre Ayton repeatedly clashed with his old head coach. Will Frank Vogel's hiring change Ayton's future in Phoenix?
Deandre Ayton says he and Head Coach Monty Williams have not spoken since Game 7. (via @GeraldBourguet) pic.twitter.com/lxN8SjQdJx— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) September 27, 2022
Williams and Ayton didn't see eye-to-eye much of the time, with Ayton claiming the two didn't speak all summer after the coach benched him in the Suns' Game 7 loss in 2022.
Monty Williams benched Deandre Ayton after he failed to finish a layup over Jamal Murray. pic.twitter.com/233OXbl7XF— Khiz (@KhizHoop) May 6, 2023
Ayton seemed ready to part ways with Phoenix last...

Does new head coach change Suns' plan for unhappy center?

Miami, FL

In his NBA Finals debut, Nikola Jokic didn't disappoint, putting up an historic stat line to help the Denver Nuggets take Game 1 on Thursday over the Miami Heat, 104-93. Jokic became only the second player in NBA Finals history to post a triple-double in their first go-around on the league's biggest stage, joining Hall of Famer Jason Kidd (2002). 
Nikola Jokic is the 2nd player with a triple-double in his NBA Finals debut, joining Jason Kidd in 2002 vs the Lakers. pic.twitter.com/G2b93UEPtT— ESPN Stats & Info (@ESPNStatsInfo) June 2, 2023
The two-time MVP figures to be hoping his Finals appearance ends better...

Nikola Jokic makes Finals history in Game 1 win over Heat

The Chicago Bears are undergoing major changes in their backfield this offseason after seeing veteran RB David Montgomery depart in free agency. Third-year rusher Khalil Herbert is expected to take over the starting role and could be primed for a breakout season.Gordon McGuinness of Pro Football Focus recently listed Herbert as a third-year breakout candidate for the upcoming season. Herbert forced 47 missed tackles on 232 carries and another seven on 23 receptions over the past two seasons, per PFF.With enough touches, McGuinness believes Herbert could surpass 1,000 rushing yards in 2023, and there is plenty of evidence to back...

Bears third-year rusher primed for breakout season

Monty Williams couldn't bring Phoenix a title. The Suns are turning to a head coach who's done it before.
BREAKING: The Suns are planning to hire Frank Vogel as the franchise’s next coach, sources tell ESPN. Sides are starting work on a long-term deal. Vogel brings with him a 2020 NBA title and history of constructing high-level defenses. pic.twitter.com/csF6bO8Bp7— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) June 2, 2023
New Suns owner Mat Ishbia has a new head coach, and he's got a ring. Phoenix tapped Frank Vogel, coach of the title-winning 2020 Lakers, as the guy to take Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and an otherwise...

Suns hire championship-winning head coach

Tennessee State

Nashville, TN

The Pro Football Hall of Fame will induct the class of 2023 on Aug. 5. Here are players from the 2023 Titans who could join the immortals in Canton someday:Fringe Hall of FamersDerrick Henry, running back: One of only eight players in NFL history to rush for more than 2,000 yards in a season, Henry was having a Hall of Fame career before a broken foot cut his 2021 season in half. A three-time Pro Bowler with one first-team All-Pro and a second-team All-Pro nod, Henry is 22 touchdowns from becoming 10th player with 100 or more rushing touchdowns, and...

Tennessee Titans Pro Football Hall of Fame watch

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Portland, OR

Emily Scarvie

Photo by(Christopher Furlong/Getty Images) (PORTLAND, Ore.) Hello Portlanders! It's Thursday, May 11 - Here's your daily round up of all the news happening in the City of Roses.

Thursday in Portland: Beaverton officer strangled while checking on man lying on sidewalk and more news

Los Angeles Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon reportedly will not face any charges for an altercation with an Oakland A's fan following their season opening game.That report comes via the Los Angeles Times on Friday.According to the Times, police investigated a misdemeanor assault and misdemeanor battery charge following the incident. Rendon was reportedly not named in the investigation, with the report only sighting the location, date, time and a player wearing an Angels uniform.Police said no victim ever came forward. Multiple videos went viral on social media following the Angels' season-opening loss in Oakland showing Rendon confronting a fan who had...

Angels 3B reportedly won't face charges after altercation with fan

Natalie Frank, Ph.D.

Persistence of Chicago Police Officials Retaining Jobs Despite False Statements Sparks Controversy. In a disconcerting revelation, it has come to light that over 110 current and former officials of the Chicago Police Department (CPD) were permitted to retain their positions despite being found guilty of making false statements. This development has raised significant concerns about the adherence to disciplinary rules within the department and the potential implications for maintaining public trust in law enforcement. The persistence of these officials in their roles following such misconduct has sparked a wave of controversy and calls for accountability.

Controversy Surrounds over 110 Chicago Police Officers Keeping Jobs Despite Making Intentional False Statements

New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge came to Los Angeles to do damage, and he did so in more ways than one during a 6-3 win Saturday against the Dodgers. After homering earlier in the game, Judge made an impact with his glove, crashing through the right-field fence at Dodger Stadium to make a running catch in the eighth. 
AARON JUDGE, WHAT A GRAB! pic.twitter.com/snlOXLbt4f— FOX Sports: MLB (@MLBONFOX) June 4, 2023
With the Yankees nursing a 5-3 advantage, Judge's massive grab avoided potential disaster in the inning and maybe saved the game for New York. After the Yankees' win, Judge found humor in...

Watch: Aaron Judge destroys L.A. pitching and Dodger Stadium in Yankees' win

Indianapolis, IN

"The Pat McAfee Show" has been truly unique in that its host, former Indianapolis Colts kicker Pat McAfee. is just as interesting as the guests he brings on.He's known for being raw with his emotions and words, which has created an environment where superstars from Aaron Rodgers to "Stone Cold" Steve Austin can hop on and chat in a relaxed, honest and sometimes vulgar way. It's real, it's raw, and some fans of the show are justifiably worried that now that it will be on ESPN, the "magic" behind McAfee and "the boys" will be sterilized and lost.Speaking on the "SI...

Pat McAfee addresses worries that his show 'sold out' to ESPN

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Evgeny Kuznetsov and Capitals Headed for Nasty Divorce

According to Russian outlet Match TV , Washington Capitals forward Evgeny Kuznetsov wants out. Reports that he requested a trade a couple of seasons ago have...

Evgeny Kuznetsov and Capitals Headed for Nasty Divorce

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