NHL, Canadian media company Rogers agree to 12-year, $7.7 billion TV deal: Reports

The National Hockey League and Canadian telecommunications giant Rogers have agreed to a new 12-year national broadcasting deal worth $7.7 billion that will begin in 2026, according to multiple reports Monday. Rogers declined comment when contacted by The Athletic. Sportico first reported the story Monday, and the Associated Press confirmed it, citing “a person familiar … Read more

NHL owner rankings: Grading every team, from Tampa Bay to Buffalo

Editor’s note: This article is part of our Rankings & Tiers series, an evaluation across sport about the key players, front offices, teams, franchises and much more. They’re not always talked about as much as star players, head coaches and general managers. And, in many cases, they’re not in the limelight. But one thing I’ve seen repeatedly covering … Read more

Cameron Brink is a face of the WNBA — even if basketball doesn’t solely define her

A recent quote by Los Angeles Sparks forward Cameron Brink might be misleading, particularly in the eyes of WNBA fans and sports die-hards as a whole. “It’s kind of nice to be away from basketball for a second,” Brink told The Athletic. Immediately, the idea of Brink being away from playing the game she loves … Read more

Will NASCAR return to Circuit of the Americas in 2026? It’s still not certain

Circuit of the Americas: A Standout in NASCAR’s-headed List of Venues By a Correspondent of Newsdirectory3 March 22, 2024 The law of diminishing returns is a common phenomenon in sports, particularly in motorsports like NASCAR. New venues often attract significant initial excitement, but this enthusiasm typically wanes after a year or two, leading to a … Read more

NHL agent poll: Best and worst owners, Connor McDavid’s contract, future GMs

Who are the best and toughest front offices to deal with in the NHL? Which owners are known for giving players what they need? What does the league need to do to improve? Asking players these questions can yield some pretty good results, but there are limits to that approach. Players have relatively limited exposure … Read more

U.S.-Canada 4 Nations Face-Off final draws 9.3 million viewers, most-watched NHL-sanctioned game in decades

Take two proud hockey countries in a best-on-best final, add a massive dose of geopolitics into the equation, and then conclude the matchup with a historic overtime goal by the game’s best player. It’s a recipe for a historic viewership number — and that’s what we saw with Canada’s 3-2 overtime win over the United … Read more

Netflix’s ‘Court of Gold’ sets the standard for sports documentaries in 2025

Archyde Behind the Scenes: Olympic Basketball Doc Offers Unprecedented Access Table of Contents 1. Behind the Scenes: Olympic Basketball Doc Offers Unprecedented Access 2. Rare Glimpses into Team Dynamics 3. Capturing Authentic Moments of Joy and Dejection 4. Building Trust and Shared Storytelling 5. Engaging stories Beyond the Court 6. A Lasting Impact 7. What … Read more

WM Phoenix Open: Golf’s Wildest Party Needs Fans to Keep It Cool

Here’s the ​requested content: The WM Phoenix Open is⁣ known for its rowdiness, even though what‍ happened in‍ the ⁤desert during the‍ 2024 event caused a wicked ⁣hangover for the event.There were a ⁣number of unpleasant exchanges⁢ between players and ⁢galleries. The tournament reacted immediately,​ concerned​ about the player‍ experience and their perception of⁣ the … Read more