Toronto Maple Leafs win the lottery for No. 1 pick in the 2026 NHL draft

SECAUCUS, N.J. (AP) – The Toronto Maple Leafs have won the lottery for the first pick in the NHL draft, a significant victory that could change the trajectory of the storied franchise at a critical time.

Benches empty without any fighting during Tigers-Red Sox game

DETROIT (AP) – The benches cleared during the fourth inning of a game between the Detroit Tigers and Boston Red Sox on Tuesday night, though no punches were thrown.

Golden Knights and Ducks unhappy with opener as Game 2 approaches

LAS VEGAS (AP) – Neither team was particularly happy following the Golden Knights’ 3-1 Game 1 victory over the Ducks on Monday night.

Coaches group supports earlier CFP finish and proposes changes

The American Football Coaches Association is proposing the elimination of conference championship games and other changes as part of its non-binding recommendation for the College Football Playoff to be completed by the second Monday each January.

Pirates Chris Devenski suspended for intentionally throwing at Reds' Sal Stewart

NEW YORK (AP) – Pittsburgh Pirates reliever Chris Devenski was suspended for two games and fined for intentionally throwing at Cincinnati Reds rookie Sal Stewart, Major League Baseball said Tuesday.

Injured Mbappé defends commitment to rehab after out-of-town trip

Kylian Mbappé responded to a fresh wave of criticism in Spain, insisting on Tuesday he remains fully committed to recovering from his latest injury.

Nebraska rewards men's basketball assistants for its best season in history

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) – Nebraska coach Fred Hoiberg announced Tuesday that assistants Nate Loenser, Ernie Zeigler and Pat Monaghan and general manager Luca Virgilio have signed contract extensions following the best season in program history.

Sabres expect to welcome back center Carrick for 2nd-round against Montreal

BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) – Sabres center and faceoff ace Sam Carrick resumed practicing on Tuesday, and is in position to return for Buffalo’s second-round playoff series against the Montreal Canadiens.

Wild make switch in net for Game 2, go with Gustavsson

DENVER (AP) – The Minnesota Wild are making a switch in net for Game 2, going with Filip Gustavsson on Tuesday night after Jesper Wallstedt allowed eight goals in a 9-6 loss to Colorado.