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• BREAKING NEWS: Avalanche Sign Cale Makar To Record $163.2 Million Contract

  28-08-2026 23:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Cale Makar is now the highest-paid player in NHL history.The Colorado Avalanche signed their star defenseman to an eight-year, $163.2 million contract extension Friday, giving Makar a league-record $20.4 million annual average value and keeping him in Colorado through the 2034-35 season. The deal more than doubles his previous $9 million AAV and makes him the first player in NHL history to surpass $20 million per season.It is a remarkable jump for a league that has seen its salary records climb
  
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• Timberwolves trade Josh Green to Jazz, clearing way for Kuminga signing

  29-08-2026 17:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  When reports leaked of Minnesota reaching an agreement with free agent Jonathan Kuminga — to massive headlines and the excitement of Timberwolves fans — there was one little problem: Minnesota didn't yet have the cap space to pay him. Yet. Minnesota was hard-capped at the second apron and just about $4 million below that number, but it needed more than $6 million in space to give Kuminga the promised taxpayer mid-level exception.Enter a late Friday night trade: Minnesota is sending w
  
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• Former Arizona guard Josh Green traded to Jazz

  29-08-2026 17:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - MARCH 24: Josh Green #10 of the Charlotte Hornets plays against the Sacramento Kings during their game at Spectrum Center on March 24, 2026 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images) | Getty Images Josh Green and Lauri Markannen never crossed paths at Ari
  
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• Cameron Boozer Update: Second Straight Rookie Of The Year From Duke?

  29-08-2026 14:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 18: Cameron Boozer #27 of the Memphis Grizzlies looks on during the game against the Houston Rockets during the 2026 NBA Summer League Semifinals game on July 18, 2026 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Mike Kirs
  
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• He’s here to stay: 3 reasons why the Mavericks won’t trade Kyrie Irving

  29-08-2026 14:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CHENGDU, CHINA - JUNE 27: American professional basketball player Kyrie Irving high-five with a fan in a fan meeting during his China tour on June 27, 2026 in Chengdu, Sichuan Province of China. (Photo by You Fang/VCG via Getty Images) | VCG via Getty Images We’re under two months away from opening night, and there’s plenty of chatter surrounding the new-look Dallas Mavericks. From draft night in June to trade splashes in July to personnel moves in August, the Mavericks have had a bu
  
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• Jose Alvarado believed, and now he’s an NBA champion

  29-08-2026 13:39 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 18: Jose Alvarado #5 of the New York Knicks celebrates with the Larry O'Brien Championship Trophy during the New York Knicks Championship ticker tape parade and victory rally celebrating winning the 2026 NBA Finals on June 18, 2026 in New York City. The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in five games to win their first NBA Championship in 53 years. (Photo by Angelina Katsanis/Getty Images) | Getty Images There are easier (and less surreal) ways to fulfill a
  
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• Open Thread: Spurs Jackals to increase membership for the 2026-2027 season

  29-08-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS - JUNE 13: Fans gather on the concourse prior to Game Five of the 2026 NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center on June 13, 2026 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images) | Getty Images Last season, Victor Wembanyama introduced
  
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• History Month: When anyone could own a piece of the Celtics

  29-08-2026 13:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  During the years that Red Auerbach ran the Celtics, the organization was a paragon of stability and tradition. First Red coached the Celtics, and then, often, the players he coached coached the Celtics. The uniforms didn’t change, and banner after banner of the same plain type accumulated in the rafters of the old Boston Garden. One by one, player numbers were retired and raised to the same lofty position above the most storied court in the National Basketball Association. From a basketbal
  
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• CSR Weekend Warriors: 8/29-8/30

  29-08-2026 12:02 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Greetings, Panthers fans. Welcome to the weekend.Feel free to use this thread to chat about (almost) anything you want: video games, food, movies, non-football sports, you name it. As long as it’s allowed by the site’s ToS, it’s fair game here.You know the drill.This is now an open thread
  
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• NBA News: Josh Green Swapped for Cody Williams

  29-08-2026 08:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DENVER, COLORADO - MARCH 27: Cody Williams #5 of the Utah Jazz warms up before a game against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena on March 27, 2026 in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images) | Getty Images On another inauspicious evening in the NBA offseason, Minnesota Timberwolves President of
  
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• BREAKING: Jazz Trade Williams, Konchar to Minnesota

  29-08-2026 07:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  SALT LAKE CITY, UT - APRIL 10: Cody Williams #5 of the Utah Jazz handles the ball during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies on April 10, 2026 at Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Melissa Majchrzak/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images
  
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• Waiver wire: Rules and where Chiefs are positioned in order

  29-08-2026 07:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - JUNE 08: A detail view of the Kansas City Chiefs logo on a helmet on set during a production shoot at The University of Kansas Health System Training Complex on June 08, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Aaron M. Sprecher/Getty Images) | Getty Images On Sunday, all 32 NFL teams will cut their offseason rosters to 53 players, concluding the 2026 preseason.The following day, the waiver wire process will begin. Here’s what to know:When is the deadline for waiver
  
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• Makai Lemon’s NFL debut could have gone better

  29-08-2026 06:41 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - AUGUST 28: Makai Lemon #9 of the Philadelphia Eagles warms up before the game against Cincinnati Bengals in a preseason game at Lincoln Financial Field on August 28, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Isaiah Vazquez/Getty Images) | Getty Images Makai Lemon was the sole projected 2026 starter who suited up to play in the Philadelphia Eagles’ preseason finale against the Cincinnati Bengals on Friday night. It was a sensible decision. Lemon missed half
  
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• Here is the ongoing Dallas Cowboys 53-man roster

  29-08-2026 06:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Dallas Cowboys are setting their initial 53-man roster and have to be done with the cuts by 6 PM ET on August 30th. All the work done over the offseason – free agency, the draft, OTAs, minicamps, training camp, and three preseason games – will pay off with an initial 53-man roster.We say initial 53-man roster because teams never stick with just that. Trades might happen before it, or after it. Teams will claim players who are eligible for waiver wire claims, and will try to sign
  
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• Minnesota Vikings Roster Cut Tracker

  29-08-2026 06:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - APRIL 23: A general view of the Minnesota Vikings logo prior to the 2025 NFL Draft at Lambeau Field on April 23, 2025 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images) | Getty Images Now that the final preseason game is in the books, the process of getting the roster prepared for the 2026 regular season kicks into overdrive for the Minnesota Vikings (and the 31 NFL teams that don’t matter nearly as much as the Minnesota Vikings), as they attempt to build
  
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• Denver Broncos 34, Minnesota Vikings 6: Vikings End Preseason With Ugly Showing

  29-08-2026 06:09 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  DENVER, COLORADO - AUGUST 28: Jonathon Cooper #0 of the Denver Broncos tackles Demond Claiborne #21 of the Minnesota Vikings in the first half of a preseason game at Empower Field At Mile High on August 28, 2026 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Tyler Schank/Clarkson Creative/Getty Images) | Getty Images In the final preseason game of the season, the hope is, generally, that you can put together a performance that you can feel good about heading into the games that count, even though a lot of the s
  
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• The Bengals have some very good problems to solve before final cuts

  29-08-2026 06:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CINCINNATI, OH - AUGUST 13: Cincinnati Bengals running back Jamal Haynes (24) walks off the field after the preseason game between the Detroit Lions and the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium on August 13, 2026 in Cincinnati, OH. (Photo by Ian Johnson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images For years, one of the biggest questions surrounding the Cincinnati Bengals has been whether the team has enough depth behind its established stars.That question feels a lot diff
  
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• Mystics at Sparks final score: Washington loses, 88-82

  29-08-2026 06:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 28: Cameron Brink #22 of the Los Angeles Sparks controls the ball against Shakira Austin #0 and Lauren Betts #51 of the Washington Mystics during the first quarter at Crypto.com Arena on August 28, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images) | Getty Images After Georgia Amoore’s career night propelled her squad to a 94-84 win in Phoenix on Thursday, the Washington Mystics returned Friday night for a road tilt against the Los Angeles
  
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• Bengals Roster Cuts Tracker: Tracking Cincinnati’s moves ahead of Week 1

  29-08-2026 05:40 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CINCINNATI, OH - AUGUST 13: Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Landon Robinson (96) runs onto the field before the preseason game between the Detroit Lions and the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium on August 13, 2026 in Cincinnati, OH. (Photo by Ian Johnson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Cincinnati Bengals are getting closer to the point where offseason optimism and preseason evaluations have to give way to some very difficult decisions. With the pre
  
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• Seahawks-Chiefs instant video reaction: Milroe impresses, but Jason Myers worries

  29-08-2026 05:35 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  KANSAS CITY, MO - AUGUST 28: Jalen Milroe #6 of the Seattle Seahawks stiff arms Cole Christiansen #48 of the Kansas City Chiefs while scrambling in the second quarter of an NFL preseason game between the Seattle Seahawks and Kansas City Chiefs on Aug 28, 2026 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO. (Photo by Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Seattle Seahawks and Kansas City Chiefs played to a 9-9 tie that was as ugly as the final score sugges
  
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• Utah Jazz Reacts: Jazz fans grade the offseason

  29-08-2026 05:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 14: Darryn Peterson #22 of the Utah Jazz poses for a portrait during the 2026 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot at UNLV on July 14, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images) | Getty Images Jazz fans have had one of the most eventful offseasons I can remember. Arguably the greatest prospect in team history was drafted while a massive trade for their starting center surprised everyone. So how do Jazz fans feel about it? Well, that was the point of this week&rs
  
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• Giants-Jets ‘Kudos and Wet Willies’ review: Odell Beckham makes his case

  29-08-2026 05:29 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Odell Beckham had a lot to smile about Friday night. | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect The New York Giants finished their preseason on Friday with a 23-6 victory over the New York Jets. Odell Beckham Jr. had a big night. Dominic Zvada learned he had won the placekicking job. Let’s review the action in our unique ‘Kudos and Wet Willies’ style.Kudos to …Odell Beckham Jr. — Is anyone still questioning whether or not Beckham is making the 53-man roster? Beckham nearly
  
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• Jamal Haynes had a near-miraculous TD run as he pushes for a 53-man roster spot

  29-08-2026 05:22 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CINCINNATI, OH - AUGUST 13: Cincinnati Bengals running back Jamal Haynes (24) walks off the field after the preseason game between the Detroit Lions and the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium on August 13, 2026 in Cincinnati, OH. (Photo by Ian Johnson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Cincinnati Bengals’ third running back spot has been one many assumed would go to Tahj Brooks, but after a forgettable training camp and preseason, could someone else
  
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• Jonathan Kuminga’s agent reveals why he chose Timberwolves offer over Warriors extension

  29-08-2026 05:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jonathan Kuminga's agent reveals the reason he signed with the Timberwolves.Since Jonathan Kuminga chose to sign with the Timberwolves on Wednesday, the question that everybody has been asking is “Why?”Kuminga’s agent, Aaron Turner, appeared on the Fan Duel show “Run it Back” and explained why they chose the Timberwolves and also what happened with the rumored three-year, $75 million extension with the Warriors.“With the [three-year, $75 million deal] it was t
  
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• NFL waiver wire rules explained: How Dolphins stand in making roster moves

  29-08-2026 05:17 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  CLEVELAND, OHIO - DECEMBER 29: A closeup view of the Miami Dolphins logo on a sweatshirt prior to a game against the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field on December 29, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Diamond Images via Getty Images) | Diamond Images/Getty Images The Miami Dolphins lost to the Atlanta Falcons earlier tonight, ending an ugly preseason schedule in which the team failed to win a game. In fact, other than the opening drive of their first game when the starting
  
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• Angel Reese faces 1-game suspension after picking up 8th technical foul

  29-08-2026 05:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Atlanta Dream might have to face the first-place Minnesota Lynx without one of their stars.Angel Reese picked up her eighth technical foul of the season Friday night in Atlanta’s 101-83 loss to the Portland Fire. If the call holds, Reese will receive a mandatory one-game suspension for the Dream’s home matchup against the Lynx on Sunday afternoon.With 8:45 remaining in the fourth quarter, Reese got tangled up with Portland guard Carla Leite on a boxout. The officials quickly whis
  
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• Angel Reese avoids automatic suspension after technical foul quickly rescinded

  29-08-2026 05:01 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Atlanta Dream’s worries about not having Angel Reese for a showdown with the first-place Minnesota Lynx on Sunday were short-lived.The league quickly rescinded a technical foul that Reese picked up Friday night against the Portland Fire, which would have been her eighth of the season and resulted in an automatic suspension. The Dream immediately appealed the technical from the 101-83 loss to the Portland Fire, and the league office said the call was overturned within three hours of the
  
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• Jaguars Depth Shines in Preseason Finale Win vs Buccaneers

  29-08-2026 04:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Bryan Thomas Jr. (57) tallies a sack on Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jalon Daniels (10) during the second quarter of an NFL preseason football matchup at EverBank Stadum on Friday, Aug. 28, 2026 in Jacksonville, Fla. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union] | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Co The Jacksonville Jaguars closed out the preseason on a high note Friday night, turning in a dominant performance from their depth players in a convincing showing against the
  
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• Cam Schlittler dominates Red Sox again as Yankees edge Boston, 1-0

  29-08-2026 04:13 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The Yankees emerged from Friday's series opener against the Boston Red Sox with a 1-0 win to start this TakeawaysEvenwhen RHP Cam Schlittler does not have his best stuff, he owns Boston. Schlittler (12-6, 2.09 ERA) allowed a season-high-tying four walks, issuing three or more free passes for the third straight start, but kept the Red Sox (73-61) scoreless with two hits in 5.2 IP. Throwing 63 strikes on 102 pitches, Schlittler fanned eight, becoming the fourth-youngest Yankee to 200 strikeou
  
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• Canadiens' Pending Free Agents Heading Into The 2026-27 Season

  29-08-2026 04:00 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  The 2026-27 season is almost here for the Montreal Canadiens. The Habs are entering this campaign with the goal of taking another step forward from their very successful 2025-26 season.The Canadiens also have multiple pending free agents heading into the new season. Due to this, here is a complete list of the Canadiens' pending unrestricted free agents and pending restricted free agents heading into the 2026-27 season. Canadiens' Pending UFAsJosh Anderson, F Kirby Dach, F Phi
  
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