Alex Ovechkin back with Capitals after missing 16 games, resumes pursuit of Wayne Gretzky's NHL goals record

The Yahoo Sports 2025 Fantasy Baseball Shortstop Preview highlights the star-studded nature of the shortstop position in the upcoming season, with top players like Bobby Witt Jr., Elly De La Cruz, Gunnar Henderson, Mookie Betts, and Francisco Lindor standing out. Witt Jr. is a potential No. 1 overall pick with consistent growth, while De La Cruz shows promise despite his inexperience. Henderson and Betts offer solid options, though Betts' age raises some concerns. Lindor, underrated...

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Jeff Legwold, a senior writer at ESPN, covers the Denver Broncos and the NFL, with over 20 years of experience and a role in NFL draft coverage. The Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2026 may include first-time eligible players like Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald, Jason Witten, Frank Gore, Philip Rivers, and Bill Belichick, with tough decisions ahead. Notable finalists for enshrinement include Geno Atkins, Maurkice Pouncey, Dez Bryant, Greg Olsen, Adam Vinatieri, Luke...

Spring training is approaching, and the free agent market is depleted, leaving only players who fill specific needs on different teams. One standout free agent for each major league team includes Kenley Jansen for the Arizona Diamondbacks, Nick Pivetta for the Athletics, and Kyle Gibson for the Atlanta Braves. Other notable signings mentioned are David Robertson for the Boston Red Sox, Jalen Beeks for the Chicago Cubs, and Brendan Rodgers for the Chicago White Sox....

The Pittsburgh Steelers will make history by hosting the NFL's first game in Ireland at Dublin's Croke Park next season, marking the league's debut in the country. The specific details regarding the game date and opponent are yet to be announced, as part of the league's expansion of international games with plans for eight in the 2025 season, including games in Madrid and Melbourne, Australia, as well as a possible game in Berlin, Germany. Full...

The Independent relies on donations to support their reporting on important issues such as reproductive rights and climate change. Your donation allows journalists to provide unbiased coverage from the ground. In sports news, Ireland's interim coach Simon Easterby has chosen rookie fly-half Sam Prendergast over Jack Crowley for their match against Scotland, citing Prendergast's talent and potential for growth. Former captain Peter O'Mahony has also been recalled to bring experience to the team. Ireland aims...