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Hilary Knight stands proud with hockey stick raised beside a gleaming American flag and teammates in matching jerseys.

Hilary Knight Leads U.S. Women’s Hockey Team to 2026 Olympic Gold Bid

Hannah E. Clearwater January 4, 2026

At a Glance Hilary Knight will make her fifth Olympic appearance and lead the U.S. roster. Laila Edwards becomes the first Black female U.S. Olympic...

Three playoff teams celebrating on a football field with trophies and flags and confetti falling over a lit stadium backgroun

NFL Sports News

Bears Clinch NFC North, Playoff Picture Tightens

Fiona Z. Merriweather January 3, 2026

At a Glance Bears clinch NFC North after Ravens beat Packers. Texans secure third straight playoff berth with win over Chargers. 12 of 14 playoff...

MLB Sports News

Rendon Restructures Final Year of $245M Angels Deal

Julia N. Fairmont January 3, 2026

At a Glance Rendon restructures final year of $245M Angels contract $38M in 2026 spread over time After hip surgery, future with Angels unclear Why...

Philadelphia 76ers guard VJ Edgecombe releasing a three‑point shot with the ball arcing toward the hoop and confetti explodin

NBA Sports News

Edgecombe’s OT 3-Point Secures 76ers’ 139-136 Win Over Grizzlies

Hannah E. Clearwater January 3, 2026

At a Glance VJ Edgecombe scores 25 points, including an overtime 3-pointer, to lift the 76ers to a 139-136 win over the Grizzlies. Ja Morant scores...

Kazuyoshi Miura signing a contract for Fukushima United with a ball in hand and a banner reading Miura

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Kazuyoshi Miura, 59, Joins Fukushima United for 41st Season

Gavin U. Stonebridge January 3, 2026

At a Glance Kazuyoshi Miura, 59, signs with Fukushima United for his 41st season He became the oldest professional scorer in 2017 at age 50 He has...

VJ Edgecombe jumps with arms raised after a buzzer‑beater with confetti and cheering 76ers crowd in the background

NBA Sports News

Rookie VJ Edgecombe Hits 25-Foot Game-Winner in OT

Morgan J. Carter January 3, 2026

At a Glance Rookie VJ Edgecombe hit a 25-foot jumper with 1.7 seconds left to win OT. Philadelphia defeated Memphis 139-136. Edgecombe finished a...

Flyers players high‑fiving after a win with sticks showing goal numbers and a cheering crowd in golden arena lights.

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Flyers Beat Canucks 6-3 in Tocchet’s Return

Morgan J. Carter January 3, 2026

At a Glance Flyers win 6-3 over Canucks in Rick Tocchet's first game back. Grundstrom scores the go-ahead goal early in the second period. Six...

Ken Seals raises arms in victory on the field with scoreboard showing 30-27 overtime win and cheering teammates

College Football Sports News

Ken Seals’ First Start Leads TCU to Alamo Bowl Win Over USC

Isaac Y. Thornwell January 3, 2026

At a Glance Ken Seals makes his first start for TCU in the Alamo Bowl. TCU defeats USC 30-27 in overtime. Seals throws 258 yards, 29 completions,...

Mbappé sits on bench with knee wrapped and ice pack at Santiago Bernabéu empty dim seats and French flag waving

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Mbappé Sidelined with Knee Injury, Three-Week Absence Likely

Julia N. Fairmont January 3, 2026

At a Glance Real Madrid forward Mbappé has a left knee sprain. L'Equipe says he will miss at least three weeks. He has scored 29 goals this season,...

Roberto Carlos sits in a hospital bed with arm elevated and bandage doctor at bedside table and soccer ball background

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Roberto Carlos Undergoes Heart Procedure, Says He’s Recovering

Julia N. Fairmont January 3, 2026

At a Glance Former Brazil and Real Madrid star Roberto Carlos says he is recovering after a heart angioplasty. He underwent a coronary angioplasty...