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Goats of the Franchise: USA TODAY Names Each WNBA Team's All-Time Great
sports1 hour ago

Goats of the Franchise: USA TODAY Names Each WNBA Team's All-Time Great

USA TODAY's weekly WNBA power rankings name each franchise's all-time best player (GOAT), listing Maya Moore (Lynx), Veronica Burton (Valkyries), A’ja Wilson (Aces), Arike Ogunbowale (Wings), Tamika Catchings (Fever), Angel McCoughtry (Dream), Breanna Stewart (Liberty), Elena Delle Donne (Mystics), Carla Leite (Fire), Marina Mabrey (Tempo), Lisa Leslie (Sparks), Candace Parker (Sky), Diana Taurasi (Mercury), Alyssa Thomas (Sun) and Sue Bird (Storm), set against current standings and the league's 30th anniversary.

Commanders unveil 2026 uniform closet that fuses history with bold new look
sports3 months ago

Commanders unveil 2026 uniform closet that fuses history with bold new look

The Washington Commanders revealed their redesigned 2026 uniform closet, reintroducing Super Bowl Era burgundy and white jerseys with a gloss burgundy helmet and gold pants, plus an all-black Hail Raiser alternate with a spear W logo. The block-style font and shoulder numbers are carried across all three jerseys, and the gold pants feature two stripes for visual consistency. Official jerseys go on sale online and at the Northwest Stadium Team Store, with early access for season-ticket members, extended store hours, and a Pop-Up Rally at Franklin Hall to celebrate.

Jazz suffer franchise-record 55-point rout in 150-95 loss to Hornets
sports6 months ago

Jazz suffer franchise-record 55-point rout in 150-95 loss to Hornets

Utah Jazz suffered their franchise-record worst defeat since relocating to Utah, a 150-95 blowout to the Charlotte Hornets that left them 55 points behind after a 31-point first quarter. They shot 40% from the floor and 22% from three and were badly out-rebounded—Hornets with 21 offensive rebounds on their misses vs. Jazz’s 20 defensive boards. Cody Williams posted a -60 plus-minus, and with Lauri Markkanen resting and Jusuf Nurkic and Ace Bailey sidelined, four of five starters were 22 or younger. Brice Sensabaugh led Utah with 26 points, and coach Will Hardy urged the team to stay together and keep pushing after a humbling night.

Phillies Dominate MLB with Historic Winning Streak
sports2 years ago

Phillies Dominate MLB with Historic Winning Streak

The Philadelphia Phillies have matched their best 35-game stretch in franchise history, going 29-6 and sweeping seven of the last 12 series. Despite having the easiest schedule in MLB, their impressive run differential and top stats in runs scored and ERA highlight their dominance. Critics argue their record is inflated by weaker opponents, but the true test will come in October and upcoming series against stronger teams like the Milwaukee Brewers and Baltimore Orioles.

"Unraveling the Metal Gear Saga with Solid Snake's David Hayter"
gaming2 years ago

"Unraveling the Metal Gear Saga with Solid Snake's David Hayter"

David Hayter, the original voice of Solid Snake, appeared in a YouTube ad to explain the influence and history of the Metal Gear Solid franchise, promoting the first volume of the Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection. He briefly touched on the series' intricate narrative, iconic gameplay, and hinted at a multi-part series, with the next episode focusing on the Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater remake. This trend of actors appearing in gaming ads to explain game lore has also been seen with Brian Cox and Ian McShane.

"Bobby Witt Jr. Signs Record-Breaking 11-Year, $288.8M Deal with Royals"
sports2 years ago

"Bobby Witt Jr. Signs Record-Breaking 11-Year, $288.8M Deal with Royals"

The Kansas City Royals have signed shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. to an 11-year, $288.7 million guaranteed contract, with options that could raise the total figure to $377.7 million, making it the most lucrative deal in franchise history. Witt, a standout performer in the 2023 season, will be tied to the Royals through 2030 with annual opt-out clauses for the following four seasons. This move solidifies the Royals' commitment to their critical building block and comes as part of a busy offseason for the team.

Tristan Jarry Makes History with Goalie Goal in Penguins' Victory over Lightning
sports2 years ago

Tristan Jarry Makes History with Goalie Goal in Penguins' Victory over Lightning

Tristan Jarry made history for the Pittsburgh Penguins by becoming the first goaltender in the franchise's 56-season history to score a goal. With just over a minute left in the game against the Tampa Bay Lightning, Jarry fired the puck the length of the ice into an empty net, securing the franchise's 2000th regular season victory. This marked Jarry's second goalie goal, having previously scored in the AHL. His goal, along with 39 saves, helped the Penguins secure a win in Tampa.

"Boston Bruins Unveil 'Historic 100' Roster for Centennial Season Celebration"
sports2 years ago

"Boston Bruins Unveil 'Historic 100' Roster for Centennial Season Celebration"

The Boston Bruins have announced the "Historic 100," a list of the 100 most legendary players in franchise history, as voted upon by an independent committee. From this list, the committee will select the final 20 players to comprise the All-Centennial Team, which will be revealed at the Centennial Gala. Fans also have the opportunity to create their own All-Centennial Teams and share them on social media.