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3 Free-Agent Destinations for Evgeni Malkin

Evgeni Malkin's future as a Pittsburgh Penguin is awfully bleak. The future hall-of-famer was noticeably distraught after the Penguins were eliminated in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs by the Philadelphia Flyers. After not being an offered a contract extension at all since July 1st, Malkin knows this could be it for him, even though the likes of Sidney Crosby and Bryan Rust have essentially begged publicly for Kyle Dubas to re-sign the Russian forward. Malkin's very likely hitting...

Knicks vs. Clippers Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats and Best Bets – Wednesday, January 7, 2026

The New York Knicks (23-13) will attempt to stop a four-game win streak when they host the Los Angeles Clippers (13-22) on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at Madison Square Garden as 6-point favorites. The game airs at 7:30 p.m. ET on MSG and FDSSC. The matchup’s point total is set at 223.5. Knicks vs. Clippers Odds Knicks odds to win: -225 Clippers odds to win: +188 Spread: Knicks (-6) Total: 223.5 How to Bet on Knicks vs. Clippers Game Time and Information When: Wednesday,...

Raptors vs. Hornets Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats and Best Bets – Wednesday, January 7, 2026

The Toronto Raptors (22-15) are favored by 2 points against the Charlotte Hornets (13-23) on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 7 p.m. ET. The matchup airs on FDSSE and TSN. The over/under is set at 231.5 in the matchup. Raptors vs. Hornets Odds Raptors odds to win: -130 Hornets odds to win: +110 Spread: Raptors (-2) Total: 231.5 How to Bet on Raptors vs. Hornets Game Time and Information When: Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 7 p.m. ET Where: Spectrum Center in Charlotte, No...

Celtics vs. Nuggets Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats and Best Bets – Wednesday, January 7, 2026

The Boston Celtics (23-12) are favored (-9.5) to continue a four-game winning streak when they host the Denver Nuggets (24-12) at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at TD Garden. The contest airs on NBCS-BOS, ALT, KTVD, and ESPN. The matchup has an over/under set at 230.5 points. Celtics vs. Nuggets Odds Celtics odds to win: -360 Nuggets odds to win: +290 Spread: Celtics (-9.5) Total: 230.5 How to Bet on Celtics vs. Nuggets Game Time and Information When: Wednesday...

Oilers activate Kapanen to play Tuesday, Jarry placed on LTIR

The Edmonton Oilers made multiple moves to manoeuvre the salary cap ahead of Tuesday’s game against the Nashville Predators.  Kasperi Kapanen has been activated from Long Term Injured Reserve and will suit up tonight for the first time since October 19. To activate Kapanen, the Oilers placed goaltender Tristan Jarry on LTIR.  Leon Draisaitl spoke Tuesday…

Venezuela, international affairs, and the Milwaukee Brewers

Note for Readers: This article does not reflect the opinions of Brew Crew Ball and/or SB Nation. Please refrain from engaging in political discussion or arguments in our comments. We thank you for being a loyal reader of Brew Crew Ball. Early in the morning of January 3, 2026, residents of Caracas, Venezuela, awoke to […]

The first Detroit Lions OC candidate has emerged

The Detroit Lions’ search for a new offensive coordinator has just begun, but one candidate has already emerged. According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, former Lions quarterback David Blough is a candidate to fill the role left after John Morton’s firing. Blough is only two years into his coaching career after retiring from playing after […]

Browns request to interview the other Seahawks coordinator for head coaching vacancy

With the NFL Head Coaching Carousel in motion, the Seattle Seahawks’ coordinators are very popular. This popularity started with Klink Kubiak getting plenty of interest from around the league. However that popularity is seeping over to the defensive side as well with Defensive Coordinator, Aden Durde. NFL reporter, Ian Rapoport announced that the Cleveland Browns […]

January 6, 2025 ACC Basketball Power Rankings

We’ll add RPI Rankings when we have more data points. We also take a guess at where the NCAA tournament cutline should be. Stats come from https://www.warrennolan.com/ 18. Boston College (7-7, 0-1) NET 187, RPI 255 Last Week: 18 Boston College is bad really bad. I don’t see a win with NC State, Louisville, or Clemson. … Continue reading »

January 6, 2025 ACC Basketball Power Rankings

We’ll add RPI Rankings when we have more data points. We also take a guess at where the NCAA tournament cutline should be. Stats come from https://www.warrennolan.com/ 18. Boston College (7-7, 0-1) NET 187, RPI 255 Last Week: 18 Boston College is bad really bad. I don’t see a win with NC State, Louisville, or Clemson. … Continue reading »

Tyler Herro to return, come off bench vs. Timberwolves

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro, who’s missed the last 11 games with a toe injury, plans to play Tuesday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Though the 25-year-old will be coming off the bench for the first time in nearly two calendar years. As a result, the Heat will continue starting Davion Mitchell, Norman Powell, Andrew Wiggins, […] The post Tyler Herro to return, come off bench vs. Timberwolves appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

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Match Preview: Burnley vs. Manchester United

Manchester United are in Premier League action again on Wednesday night, facing Burnley at Turf Moor. Darren Fletcher is taking charge of the team, following the departure of head coach Ruben Amorim on Monday morning, and the Reds are looking to pick up a first three points of 2026, in the wake of the 1-1 draw […]

Michael Porter Jr. understands best ability is availability

Michael Porter Jr. joked recently that he’s become an NBA ironman, but it’s not really a joke. In the last two and a third year, MPJ has missed a total of 12 games, six this season, five last season and one the year before that. Not all of have been due to injuries like the […]

NBA GAMETHREAD: Miami HEAT (20-16) @ Minnesota Timberwolves (23-13)

This is our Heat-Timberwolves GAMETHREAD: Chat live about the game here! Injury Report: Minnesota Timberwolves: Miami Heat:   Starting 5: Minnesota Timberwolves: Miami Heat: Broadcast Info: *** To check out our other content, click here. Follow Hot Hot Hoops on Twitter/X here! Follow Hot Hot Hoops on Instagram here! Subscribe to our YouTube channel here! The post NBA GAMETHREAD: Miami HEAT (20-16) @ Minnesota Timberwolves (23-13) appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

Chiefs make 2 more Reserve/Future signings on Tuesday

The Kansas City Chiefs got their offseason started on Monday by retaining several members of their practice squad on reserve/future contracts. On Tuesday, the team brought in a pair of players from outside of the organization. Per the NFL’s official transactions report, the Chiefs have signed wide receiver Andrew Armstrong and running back ShunDerrick Powell […]

Pistons vs. Bulls Predictions, Best Bets and Odds – Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Central Division opponents meet when the Detroit Pistons (27-9) host the Chicago Bulls (17-19) at Little Caesars Arena, beginning at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. The Pistons are 10.5-point favorites in the game, the third matchup between the teams this season. The matchup has an over/under of 233.5. If you are aiming to make an informed wager on Wednesday’s game, see the best bets available for this matchup, in this article (based on our computer predictions). How to Bet on Pis...

Raptors vs. Hornets Predictions, Best Bets and Odds – Wednesday, January 7, 2026

The Toronto Raptors (22-15) take on the Charlotte Hornets (13-23) as only 2-point favorites on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 7 p.m. ET on FDSSE and TSN. The point total is set at 231.5 in the matchup. Our computer predictions in this article will help you decide what are the best bets available for Wednesday’s game. How to Bet on Raptors vs. Hornets Pick the Hornets (+2) to Cover The Raptors are 18-19-0 against the spread this year. The Hornets have 21 wins against the spread in ...

Celtics vs. Nuggets Predictions, Best Bets and Odds – Wednesday, January 7, 2026

The Boston Celtics (23-12) are 9.5-point favorites as they try to continue a three-game home win streak when they host the Denver Nuggets (24-12) on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at TD Garden. The matchup airs at 7 p.m. ET on NBCS-BOS, ALT, KTVD, and ESPN. The over/under is 230.5 in the matchup. Dig into the best bets available (according to our computer predictions) in Wednesday’s game, before you make an informed wager on the matchup. How to Bet on Celtics vs. Nuggets Pick the Nuggets (...

How to Watch Raptors vs. Hornets: Live Stream or on TV

The Toronto Raptors (22-15) battle the Charlotte Hornets (13-23) at 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. The matchup airs on FDSSE and TSN. Last time out, the Raptors won on Monday 118-100 over the Hawks. The Hornets are coming off of a 124-97 victory over the Thunder in their most recent game on Monday. Brandon Ingram put up 19 points, nine rebounds and three assists for the Raptors. Brandon Miller recorded 28 points, six rebounds and one assist for the Hornets. When is Raptors vs. Ho...