The Sin City's first major professional sports team will be known, officially, as the Vegas Golden Knights.
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Basketball Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman faces four misdemeanor charges related to a July car crash in California.
The 22-year-old made the most of his NHL debut Monday, and the Guentzel family's reaction was priceless.
It was only a matter of time before the Cubs wunderkind got his first Most Valuable Player award. He won by a near-unanimous margin Thursday.
The Angels outfielder collected 19 first-place votes, edging presumptive favorite Mookie Betts by 45 total points in the balloting.
The Patriots quarterback teamed up with Foot Locker to find the humor in his Deflategate suspension.
The former NFL and Bearcats running back suffered career-ending injuries when he was ejected from his vehicle Saturday.
Tampa Bay's Steven Stamkos, New Jersey's Taylor Hall and Calgary's Johnny Gaudreau all will miss extended time, their teams said Wednesday.
The Tampa Bay star injured his right leg or knee during the first period Tuesday against the Red Wings. He did not return to the game.
The Buccaneers wideout did not stand during the playing of "The Star-Spangled Banner" ahead of Sunday's 36-10 win over the Bears.
After spending the last three years as an ESPN analyst, Butch Davis will accept his first coaching gig since 2010 on Tuesday.
Riding an eight-game win streak, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones insists there's no quarterback dilemma.
The Buccaneers wideout became the first member of the team to protest during the national anthem, but he did so for a different reason.
The 2016 MLB season is finished, but the Canucks goalie has a late submission for Web Gem of the Year.
Well, this won't help to quell the debate over who is the best among #pitcherswhorake.
The late Marlins ace, killed in a boating accident Sept. 25, was chosen by major league players.
The 2016 MLB season's list of Gold Glove Award winners, announced Tuesday night, featured a number of new faces.
The 2007 Heisman Trophy winner had just five AFL hits to his name before Monday, but the sixth turned out to be his best yet.
The former NFL defensive end faces up to two years in jail as well as a $10,000 fine.
It looks like the veteran catcher will start the 2017 season with his third team in less than a year after a playoff run with the Dodgers.
The Rebels' star senior quarterback, hailed as one of the top passers available in this year's NFL Draft, faces a lengthy road to recovery.
The Cubs' center fielder is ready to see what the market will pay after a career season in 2016.
Ben Zobrist of the Cubs has been named MVP of the 2016 World Series.
The embattled running back won't play Thursday after what the Sooners called a "violation of team rules."
The Tony Romo whispers, swirling for weeks now, grew to a dull roar by the third quarter. Then came a reminder as to why there's any debate.
A few months removed from the Rio Games, the Olympic swimmer fills in some blanks about developments in his personal life.
The Bills are worried Williams' latest neck injury may be long-term.
The former Yankees captain believes in the positive impact social movements like Colin Kaepernick's anthem protests can make.
Short on options with backup Brian Hoyer out long-term with a broken arm, the Bears reluctantly turn back toward Jay Cutler at quarterback.
The Bills coach believes the NFL would benefit by taking a page out of the college rulebook when dealing with head shots.
Ryan Fitzpatrick called out the team's owner, GM and coaching staff for losing faith.
Hockey sometimes is not for the faint of heart. This is one of those times.
Thrust into a forever rivalry, the first and second overall draft picks did battle for the first time Wednesday, and Laine stood out more.
The Vikings said Edwards immediately reported the incident to the team and was "significantly disciplined."
The disgraced former Red Sox ace was critical of Trevor Bauer, tweeting he cost the Indians by attempting to pitch through an injury.
Well-rested but restless, the Broncos coach said he's been given a clean bill of health and was eager to get back to work after a week off.
Brock Osweiler and Lamar Miller proved their worth — finally.
The former Pro Bowl wide receiver, confined to the sideline for much of the Dallas' impressive 5-1 start, is ready to rejoin the party.
The polarizing 49ers quarterback had a rocky season debut, and coach Chip Kelly wasn't ready to say he'll remain a starter in Week 7.
The NFL's reigning MVP was not interested in addressing his frustration level over the underachieving Panthers' 1-5 start.
A day after watching franchise cornerstone Jack Eichel hobble off the practice ice, the Sabres may have lost another key player to injury.
First pick. First game. First shot. First goal. Not bad, kid. And then he scored again. And again. And again.
Canada may have dominated the World Cup, but prospects for its native NHL franchises aren't so rosy. These are the story lines to watch as the season begins.
In a statement Monday evening, the school said O'Brien's dismissal was unrelated an injury he suffered Saturday against Texas A&M.
Johnny Gaudreau's ascent to "Johnny Hockey" has been rewarded with a contract that pays $40.5 million contract over six years.
Aaron Rodgers was the least worst quarterback at Lambeau Field on Sunday, so the Packers came away with a 23-16 victory to improve to 3-1.
Fired after just two seasons as general manager in Arizona, Dave Stewart harbors no hard feelings toward ownership.
The Rams coach had something to get off his chest after their 17-13 road win over Arians' Cardinals on Sunday.
A blowout loss to Western Michigan or weeks of grueling chemotherapy? For John Bonamego, the choice is simple.
Even the Patriots and Broncos were not immune to misfortune Sunday, a rough day for each of last year's NFL semifinalists in different ways.
A slim chance the reigning NFL Defensive Player of the Year would be able to return this season was all but quelled Thursday.
The upstart Europeans played the best hockey for the majority of the World Cup finals, but Canada's supreme talent won out.
The Bengals have been known to wither when the lights shine brightest. But A.J. Green came to play on Thursday.
With a division title in hand, the Red Sox are pulling out all the stops for David Ortiz's farewell homestand.
The Cowboys gave their star wide receiver a slap on the wrist after he delayed an MRI on his fractured knee.
There's no room for you here, Tiger.
Devon Travis and Joaquin Benoit were injured when benches cleared in Monday night's game against the Yankees.
A Tony Romo-less Dallas Cowboys backfield is decidedly less interesting, but don't tell that to Dak Prescott or Ezekiel Elliott.
The Warriors coach voiced strong support Wednesday for Colin Kaepernick and the nationwide conversation he has helped to start.
Nothing to see here — just a man and his dog and 26 goals last heard from skating circles around Stanley Cup playoff opponents.
The Americans fell well short of expectations in the rebirth of the World Cup. Their 4-2 loss Tuesday eliminated them from contention.
The former All-American defensive end, accused of sexual assault, met with old Bears teammates following Friday's game.
The Redskins spent much of Monday talking around rumored complaints about their franchise-tagged quarterback.
Inspired play by the Vikings' stand-in quarterback lessens the blow of a potentially serious knee injury to running back Adrian Peterson.
Truex made the most of a restart on Lap 268 to win the 270-lap Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 400 — the first leg of the 10-race Chase.
The unwelcome guests invaded Angel Stadium during play Sunday afternoon, making for a bunch of petrified ballplayers.
The two men who rushed the set of "Dancing with the Stars" in protest against Ryan Lochte claim they did so with peaceful intentions.
The Blackhawks veteran reportedly was injured while playing for Team Europe in a World Cup of Hockey tune-up game, but is believed to be OK.
The former Braves outfielder was found guilty on one count of domestic assault Thursday and will serve a 10-day jail sentence.
Team USA players who don't stand for the anthem during the World Cup of Hockey could find themselves sitting long after the final verse.
The NHL's most expensive offseason took place in Sunrise, Fla., where the Panthers spared no expense to shore up their talented young ranks.
As debate over Colin Kaepernick's anthem protest intensifies, one Army veteran urged people to listen.
The union says the 49ers quarterback "embarrassed himself, the 49er organization, and the NFL" with comments he made about police officers.
The Texans defensive lineman will likely be fined for a hit on Carson Palmer that knocked the Cardinals quarterback's helmet off.
The 23-year-old catcher hit his 10th home run in 20 games as the Yankees bashed the Orioles to pull to within 3 1/2 games of a playoff spot.
The U.S. captain and her "Final Five" teammates offered advice to Douglas as she dealt with an ugly side of the internet.
The Dodgers' backup catcher said he wept with batterymate Clayton Kershaw upon hearing news he'd been traded to the lowly Phillies.
Spain advanced to the men's basketball quarter-finals as Croatia topped the group at the Rio Olympics.
The Cleveland Cavaliers have finally completed the re-signing of superstar LeBron James.
A fan is in critical but stable condition after being pushed over a second-deck railing during a post-game altercation at Oracle Arena.
The Cavs set a new NBA record for three-pointers in a game while blowing out the Hawks.
Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue is optimistic David Blatt will land another coaching job, sooner rather than later.
Jack Capuano used to be a hockey player, and he showed it Wednesday.
It won't be 48, but it will be a lot more than his season average of 27.
It looks like neither the Houston Rockets nor the Dallas Mavericks really want to face the Golden State Warriors in the first round.
The Warriors on Monday broke another record held by the 1995-96 Bulls with a 45th straight victory at Oracle Arena. Here's how they stack up.
Steve Kerr wryly attributed Sunday's 112-95 upset loss to the Lakers to the "zero attention span" of Warriors players.
One of UFC's original heavyweight champions, Randleman died Thursday of heart failure after he was hospitalized for pneumonia. He was 44.
DeMarcus Cousins scored more points than any player in the NBA this season, but he had to watch from the bench as the Kings fell to the Hornets 129-128.
Maybe such a scene should be expected inside Toyota Center the way this season has started for Houston.
Reports suggest Denver point guard Ty Lawson will be re-routed to Houston as part of a multiplayer trade.
Tiger Woods was served up a witty retort by the American Association of Retired Persons on Thursday, after a poor round at The Open.
The Nets reached a last-minute agreement with former top pick Andrea Bargnani, who was set to sign with Kings.
In return, Toronto will reportedly receive a first-round pick in 2017 and the 46th overall selection in this year's draft.
The Lakers were the the first real wild card in the NBA Draft and pulled off what some consider a slight surprise by picking Russell.
What's next for Floyd Mayweather Jr.? He says it could be Oscar De Lay Hoya "if he wants it."
The Devils introduced new coach John Hynes without longtime czar Lou Lamoriello, a clear signal that a new era has begun in New Jersey.
After falling one game short of the Stanley Cup Final, could Ducks coach Bruce Boudreau be in danger of losing his job?
The Canadiens got their offseason started Tuesday by locking up their most important unrestricted free agent.
Jerome Valcke, FIFA’s secretary general, reportedly is the person accused of facilitating the transfer of $10 million in bribe funds in 2008.
Hynes, 40, is just one year older than New Jersey's oldest player.
Another Stanley Cup win, their third in six years, would cement the Blackhawks' dynastic legacy. The Lightning, meanwhile, seek legitimacy.
The first five teams advanced as the 2015 NCAA Baseball Tournament continued Sunday with its second day of elimination games — including one that lasted into Monday morning.
Anaheim will try to avoid blowing a 3-2 series lead for the third consecutive postseason.
After squandering a chance to clinch in Game 6, can the Lightning seal it up? Or will Henrik Lundqvist's Game 7 legend continue to grow?
San Jose sought an experienced coach to replace Todd McLellan. Enter Peter DeBoer.
Both conference finals series will be decided in a Game 7 for the first time since 2000.
The Sabres reportedly interviewed Dan Bylsma on Wednesday, one day after the Red Wings met with Jeff Blashill.
More than a dozen people, including high-ranking soccer officials and sports marketing executives, reportedly have been indicted on corruption charges in the U.S. FIFA president Sepp Blatter has not been charged.
Henrik Lundqvist was at his usual best and the Rangers put up seven goals on the Lightning to force a Game 7.
The fiancee of Jevonte Domond says Domond picked her up by the neck and dropped her to the ground during an argument. Domond claims he did so to stop the woman from pepper-spraying him.
Anaheim is one win from advancing to the Stanley Cup Final after it survived two furious Blackhawks comebacks in Game 5.
Tevrin Brandon, a cornerback signed to a futures contract with the Broncos, suffered minor injuries after he was struck by a truck Sunday.
It was a strange night for the Lightning as goalie Ben Bishop took a puck to the groin and defenseman Braydon Coburn lost his stomach.
Lightning goalie Ben Bishop had a little scare before the start of Game 5 of the Eastern Conference finals.
After eight games without a goal, Lightning captain Steven Stamkos has seven goals and 14 points in 10 games as Tampa takes 3-2 series lead.
Acquired with little thought at the trade deadline, Simon Despres has been vital to the Ducks' dominance and scored the winner in Game 3.
The former Patriots star tight end signed a $40 million contract in 2012 but has since spent most of his fortune paying legal bills.
Tampa Bay's top scoring line came out to play again, responsible for four goals in the Lightning's 6-5 overtime win in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals.
Originally told they were out of the running for Mike Babcock, the Maple Leafs came within hours of settling for their second choice.
Tim Murray and the Sabres reportedly thought they had Mike Babcock in the bag two days before he signed for $50 million with Toronto.
Tyler Johnson's majestic postseason continued Monday when he scored a hat trick as the Lightning evened the series 1-1.
Loria insists the decision to make general manager Dan Jennings the team's new field manager does not carry his oft-criticized fingerprints, but he supports the move nonetheless.
The Oilers reportedly will introduce Todd McLellan as their next head coach this week.
Yankees starting pitcher Chase Whitley will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery on Tuesday.
Robinson spent parts of two NFL seasons with the Steelers, Eagles, Broncos, Chargers and Redskins.
As the Red Wings' free-agent-to-be coach nears his decision, two more teams reportedly have jumped into the mix for his services.
The Anaheim Ducks strike first in the Western Conference Finals, as goalie Frederik Anderson shuts down the Blackhawks in a 4-1 victory.
The Eastern Conference finals could be come down to a battle between two of the playoffs' hottest goaltenders.
World hockey championships semifinals: United States vs. Russia
World hockey championships semifinals: Canada vs. Czech Republic
Rain turned normally sunny Dodger Stadium and Petco Park soggy, prompting rare delays, before Carlos Gonzalez's late-inning heroics.
If you were wishing for two star-powered, high-octane heavyweights going blow for blow for the Western Conference title, here they are.
Stanley Cup playoffs: Second-round schedules, scores, times, TV
The Blackhawks are in the Western Conference finals for the fifth time in seven years; the Canadiens finally solve Ben Bishop.
Lynne Gast-King's opinion contradicts witness statements that said Frank Clark punched and bloodied his girlfriend in November.
Tyler Johnson continued his storybook postseason for the Lightning while Capitals rookie Andre Burakovsky enjoyed a breakout performance.
The Flames rekindled their postseason fire, handing the Ducks their first loss of the playoffs, while the Blackhawks' Corey Crawford shut out the Wild.
Manny Pacquiao will be sidelined nine to 12 months, his doctor says. Pacquiao lost to Floyd Mayweather Jr. in an unanimous decision.
While he attempts to clear his name in a Baton Rouge murder investigation, La'el Collins begins meeting with NFL teams.
The Capitals' red-hot goalie continues to confound the Rangers in a 30-save shutout.
Longtime Devils executive Lou Lamoriello will cede his title as general manager to hire Ray Shero, who once won a Stanley Cup with the Penguins.
Tampa Bay's Steven Stamkos ended his scoring drought in style while Chicago and Anaheim won on the strength of their dynamic duos.
Hockey's version of a last-second buzzer beater and Corey Perry's torrid scoring pace highlighted Game 1 wins for the Capitals and Ducks.
With the final pick of the NFL Draft's first round, the Patriots saw a potential replacement for Vince Wilfork fall right into their lap.
Stanley Cup playoffs preview: Montreal Canadiens vs. Tampa Bay Lightning
Thanks to Ben Bishop, the Lightning look like a different team heading into their rematch with the Canadiens after a decisive Game 7 win.
Another day, another Kansas City Royals player hit by a pitch.
Another day, another Royals player hit by a pitch.
The Wings will be at a big disadvantage with their top defenseman serving a one-game suspension. Can the Lightning capitalize?
Stanley Cup playoffs preview: New York Rangers vs. Washington Capitals
The Red Wings will be without their top defenseman for Game 7 against the Lightning.
Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao packed up training camp and began the move to Vegas. Pacquiao arrived Monday while Mayweather comes to Vegas on Tuesday.
The Capitals held the Isles to a record-low 11 shots on goal while another two-goal performance from Tyler Johnson forces Game 7 in Tampa.
The right-hander will likely need Tommy John surgery, but he hasn't ruled out other options.
The Blackhawks and Predators needed six periods to decide Game 4 while the Flames, Capitals and Red Wings won with great goaltending.
Hours after he was left off the Calder ballot, Filip Forsberg recorded a statement hat trick in Game 5 to keep the Predators alive.
New York was able to do just enough against Marc-Andre Fleury, who was stellar in net again. Fleury wasn't the best goalie Friday, though; that was Ottawa's Craig Anderson.
The NBA announced Friday that a foul should have been called on the shot that forced overtime in Game 3 of the Warriors-Pelicans series.
Stanley Cup playoffs preview: Montreal Canadiens vs. Ottawa Senators
Stanley Cup playoffs preview: New York Rangers vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
Stanley Cup playoffs preview: Washington Capitals vs. New York Islanders
Stanley Cup playoffs preview: Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Detroit Red Wings
One week after winning the NHL Draft lottery, the Oilers are expected to hire Peter Chiarelli to oversee hockey operations.
A $1billion settlement originally reached in 2013 between the NFL and 5,000 former players gained its final approval on Wednesday.
Arizona Cardinals general manager Steve Keim is telling it like it is when it comes to drafting players with off-the-field concerns.
Three games. Three third-period deficits. Three wins. That's the story for the Ducks, who are embracing their role as comeback kids.
St. Clair was famous for his raw meat diet and tough-as-nails reputation while blocking for the "Million Dollar Backfield."
With the Senators down big to the Canadiens, several other feel-good stories have emerged in the first week of the Stanley Cup playoffs.
One day after expressing disappointment in having to settle for the No. 2 pick in the NHL Draft, Tim Murray reconciles his comments.
Two late game-winners and the P.K. Subban controversy highlight opening night in the Stanley Cup playoffs.
Petr Mrazek gets the start in net for Detroit and makes 44 saves against the league's top offense.
The former Florida State quarterback faces a lawsuit filed in Florida civil court Thursday by the woman who accused him of a 2012 rape.
The Canadiens' star defenseman had an abbreviated night as Game 1 opened with controversy.
Tracking the key moments leading to the verdict in the case of the killing of Odin Lloyd.
With the first murder trial out of the way, here's what we know leading up to Hernandez's pending trial for the double murder of two Boston men in 2012.
Jets tight end Jace Amaro was critical of his former coach last week. Rex Ryan responded the only way he knows how.
With 26 points in the second quarter against Memphis, Klay Thompson now owns two of the NBA's three highest-scoring quarters this season.
The former free-agent wide receiver won't be leaving the Bay Area after all.
Edmonton is giving the 2012 No. 1 pick more time to develop.
The Edmonton Oilers are giving struggling former number one pick Nail Yakupov a little more time to develop.
If a team is to fall short in its Cup quest, these are the likely reasons why.
Less than two years after hiring Ted Nolan and handing him a poor roster, the Buffalo Sabres fired him after two last-place finishes.
Less than two years after hiring Ted Nolan and handing him an unwinnable roster, the Sabres fired him Sunday after two last-place finishes.
There will be a new Stanley Cup champion this season.
Suddenly the B's, two days removed from a five-game winning streak, are on the outside looking in for the Stanley Cup playoffs.
It didn't take long for the former Duke great to parlay his coaching success at upstart Buffalo into a job with a bigger program.
With Ottawa breathing down its neck, Boston will play "the biggest game of the season" Thursday.
Floyd Mayweather's camp was incredulous at Bob Arum's notion that the May 2 fight with Manny Pacquiao is in jeopardy: "This is typical Bob."
