Paris 2024: Top five stories from day 11 as Sky Brown wins bronze

Matt Murray made a triumphant return to the NHL after 638 days, earning a 6-3 win over the Buffalo Sabres by stopping 24 shots. The Toronto Maple Leafs goalie overcame bilateral hip surgery, facing doubts about his career, but persevered with a one-year contract. Murray's emotional comeback resonated with teammates, showcasing his resilience and dedication to the game, as he reflected on the long journey back to the NHL. Full Article

The New Orleans Saints will be without quarterback Derek Carr, running back Alvin Kamara, and wide receiver Chris Olave for their Week 16 matchup against the Green Bay Packers. Carr has a fracture in his left hand, Kamara has a significant groin injury that may require surgery, and Olave has been out since Week 9 due to concussions. The Saints, with a 5-9 record, are still mathematically alive for the playoffs but face a tough...

In a thrilling match at Selhurst Park, Gabriel Jesus scored a first-half brace to lead Arsenal to a dominant 5-1 victory over Crystal Palace, keeping them within three points of league leaders Liverpool. Despite losing Bukayo Saka to a hamstring injury early on, Arsenal continued their attacking prowess with goals from Kai Havertz, Gabriel Martinelli, and Declan Rice. The win marked Arsenal's sixth time scoring five goals or more away from home in 2024, showcasing...

ESPN Senior Writer Adam Rittenberg reports that SMU quarterback Preston Stone is transferring to Northwestern for the 2025 season after entering the transfer portal. Stone, who started the past two seasons for SMU, visited Northwestern last week and has one year of eligibility remaining. Northwestern, looking for an established starter, struggled in passing offense last season and aims to improve with the addition of Stone. Full Article

The MLB world mourns the loss of Rickey Henderson, a legendary leadoff hitter and stolen base leader. Henderson's impact extended beyond his base-stealing prowess, showcasing power, plate discipline, defense, and a generous personality. Tributes poured in from teammates, opponents, and fans, highlighting Henderson's greatness on and off the field. Henderson's legacy as a baseball icon and mentor will be deeply missed by the baseball community. Full Article

The Pittsburgh Steelers and Baltimore Ravens face off in a crucial AFC North showdown, with the Steelers able to clinch the division with a win and the Ravens aiming to secure a playoff spot with a victory. Lamar Jackson leads the high-powered Ravens' offense, while the Steelers look to bounce back from a recent loss. The game kicks off at 4:30 p.m. ET at M&T Bank Stadium and can be watched on Fox or streamed...