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Flyers prospect Matvei Michkov is a healthy scratch for KHL opener – NBC Sports Philadelphia

In an interesting development, uber-talented Flyers prospect Matvei Michkov sat out the regular-season opener at SKA St. Petersburg last Saturday. SKA St. Petersburg, Michkov’s KHL club, defeated Dynamo Moscow, 2-1. Michkov, the seventh overall pick in the 2023 NHL draft, not in the lineup. A source confirmed that, from the Flyers’ understanding, Michkov’s absence is… Continue reading Flyers prospect Matvei Michkov is a healthy scratch for KHL opener – NBC Sports Philadelphia

Klay Thompson’s contract with the Warriors is expected to be extended, says Joe Lacob – NBC Sports Bay Area & California

The Warriors have been busy in the offseason this summer as they try to put the pieces together and get back into NBA championship contention. Jordan Poole is out. Chris Paul is there. Draymond Green is here to stay. What’s next? It’s still premature, but Klay Thompson’s future in the Bay remains uncertain as he… Continue reading Klay Thompson’s contract with the Warriors is expected to be extended, says Joe Lacob – NBC Sports Bay Area & California

Bears believe nearly all injured starters on track to play against Packers – NBC Sports Chicago

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Several of the Bears’ top starters missed training camp. There have been practices where the Bears have had up to 15 key contributors on the sideline. On defense, safeties Jaquan Brisker and Eddie Jackson and defensive end DeMarcus Walker all missed significant time in August. Meanwhile, wide receiver Chase Claypool and… Continue reading Bears believe nearly all injured starters on track to play against Packers – NBC Sports Chicago

The NBA is willing to broadcast where Diamond Sports Group cannot. Will things come to that?

As the NBA approaches a new season, releasing its 2023-24 schedule earlier this month and launching matchups to watch for next year, a nettlesome issue continues to surround the league and half of the its team. Diamond Sports Group, the company that operates 19 Bally Sports regional sports networks across the United States and owns… Continue reading The NBA is willing to broadcast where Diamond Sports Group cannot. Will things come to that?

Eagles sign Isaiah Rodgers, suspended through 2023 for violating NFL gambling policy – NBC Sports Philadelphia

Howie Roseman isn’t done assembling the Eagles’ 2023 roster, but he may have started on their 2024 roster. The Eagles on Monday signed cornerback Isaiah Rodgers, who was suspended on June 29 through at least 2023 for violating the NFL’s gambling policy. The Colts released him a few minutes later. The Eagles immediately placed Rodgers… Continue reading Eagles sign Isaiah Rodgers, suspended through 2023 for violating NFL gambling policy – NBC Sports Philadelphia

Steph Curry, Warriors star for life, targets how many seasons in the NBA he will play – NBC Sports Bay Area & California

As Steph Curry begins his 15th season in the NBA, one can only wonder how long the Warriors superstar plans to play in the league. In his recent appearance at “Gils Arena” podcast.Curry was asked what his ideal timeline would be and if his projected career length would be similar to that of LeBron James,… Continue reading Steph Curry, Warriors star for life, targets how many seasons in the NBA he will play – NBC Sports Bay Area & California

Brock Purdy uses Trey Lance trade to 49ers as NFL QB life lesson – NBC Sports Bay Area & California

Brock Purdy may play football like a veteran, but he’s only 23 years old and just finished his second career training camp. He’s still learning important lessons about life in the NFL. The 49ers trading quarterback Trey Lance to the Dallas Cowboys on Friday is another look at the brutal side of the league’s business.… Continue reading Brock Purdy uses Trey Lance trade to 49ers as NFL QB life lesson – NBC Sports Bay Area & California

Chris Paul to win NBA Sixth Man of the Year with Warriors, ESPN predicts – NBC Sports Bay Area & California

Before Chris Paul’s first season in a Warriors uniform, expectations were high. The 38-year-old point guard arrived in the Bay this summer as part of the trade that sent youngster Jordan Poole to the Washington Wizards, and now, Paul finds himself on a star-studded roster of his former opponents. While Paul’s role — whether in… Continue reading Chris Paul to win NBA Sixth Man of the Year with Warriors, ESPN predicts – NBC Sports Bay Area & California

Bulls enjoy the birth of Benny the Bull – NBC Sports Chicago

Benny the Bull will entertain the fans at the United Center next season. Who’s inside the costume performing staples like the spilled popcorn trick and the over-the-head halfcourt shot is another story, depending on who’s talking. And Benny didn’t say a word. “There is only one Benny the Bull,” said Patrick Sandusky, the Chicago Bulls’… Continue reading Bulls enjoy the birth of Benny the Bull – NBC Sports Chicago