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The No. 5 Penn State men’s ice hockey team completed a thrilling weekend sweep of No. 14 Arizona State on Saturday night at Mullett Arena, rallying for a 4–2 win to take both games in the nonconference series. Freshman Gavin McKenna delivered the decisive blow late in the third period, netting a power-play goal at […]
The preseason predictions are out — and they’re not showing much love for Penn State basketball. In the unofficial Big Ten media poll conducted by the Columbus Dispatch and Indianapolis Star, the Nittany Lions were picked to finish 18th — dead last — in the conference. Penn State earned just 43 total points, coming in […]
The NFL trade wheel is already spinning. Earlier today, the Cleveland Browns sent Joe Flacco to the Cincinatti Bengals, speculation is heating up around one of the league’s premier wideouts: Philadelphia Eagles star AJ Brown. With the trade deadline approaching, Philadelphia could consider moving Brown to shake up their roster (and locker room), and multiple […]
The 2025 National League Division Series is finally here with two powerhouses colliding: the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Philadelphia Phillies. Both clubs bring elite talent, postseason experience, and high expectations into this October clash. From star-studded lineups to intriguing pitching matchups, this series has the potential to be one of the most exciting in […]
The Penn State Nittany Lions men’s hockey team will open its 2025–26 season in the national spotlight. Their two-game series at Arizona State, Oct. 3–4, will be broadcast live on NHL Network, giving fans across the country a first look at one of college hockey’s most anticipated debuts: freshman forward Gavin McKenna. Friday’s game is […]
Philadelphia Phillies left-hander Matt Strahm has officially secured his 2026 season with the team after passing his end-of-season physical. This guarantees his $7.5 million club option for next year, ensuring his continued presence in the Phillies’ bullpen for another season. Strahm’s contract, initially signed in March 2024, included a $4.5 million base salary for 2026. […]
The Philadelphia Eagles have officially opened the 21-day practice window for linebacker Nakobe Dean, allowing the third-year defender to return to practice after spending the first four weeks of the season on the reserve/physically unable to perform (PUP) list. We have opened Nakobe Dean’s practice window and signed Antwuan Powell-Ryland to the practice squad. pic.twitter.com/7RSzNajpRh […]
By Luke Brown The door has never been more wide open than it was on Saturday night for James Franklin to win a “big game.” It was the highest-attended White Out Game in Penn State’s history, the Nittany Lions came in ranked third in the country and were favored by three and a half over […]
The Philadelphia 76ers have officially unveiled their 2000–2001 throwback jerseys, bringing back the iconic black and red look that defined one of the most memorable eras in franchise history. This Hardwood Classic Edition uniform pays homage to the 2000–2001 team that reached the NBA Finals, led by MVP Allen Iverson and featuring key contributors like […]
By Luke Brown After a really strong showing in non-conference play to begin the season, the No. 3 Penn State Nittany Lions are jumping into Big Ten conference play and doing so head-first. No. 6 Oregon is the visitor to State College, as the Nittany Lions and Ducks face off under whiteout conditions and a […]