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Stanley Borden was out with his Duke teammates for warm-ups on Saturday evening, dressed in their complete uniforms and prepared to play. However, he changed into a gray hooded sweatshirt and joined the spectators sitting in the front row behind the bench, watching Duke secure victory alongside those seated behind him. Before each half, the seven-foot-tall player participated in warm-ups and celebrated by cutting down the nets following their victory against Alabama alongside his teammates. However, during critical decisions regarding playing time, Borden found himself being the sole Duke player relegated to the bench. This situation persisted throughout all four games of the NCAA tournament leading up to their match in San Antonio. When it comes to being seated at the back? It's quite unpleasant, to say it plainly," Borden stated. "This is really regrettable. Over these last four years, one thing I've learned is to focus on what I can influence and attempt no...

The Chicago Blackhawks' current team lineup is becoming increasingly youthful with each passing day, and the remainder of their prospects are poised and ready to step up when their moment arrives. Top prospects Over the weekend, Oliver Moore and Sam Rinzel inked their entry-level agreements and took part in their first games on Sunday against Utah. These additions bolster the roster of players who've recently debuted for the Chicago team wearing NHL jerseys within the last couple of years, with additional support expected to enhance the squad moving forward. General Manager Kyle Davidson has overseen eight first-round picks since 2022, with six of those players making their debut in the NHL. Among these top selections from that period, only forwards Sacha Boisvert and Marek Vanacker have yet to play at the NHL level. Vanacker was selected as the 27th overall pick last summer when Chicago moved up to enter the first round, allowing them to make their third choice with...

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Alex Ovechkin failed to net one for Washington, remaining at 889 career goals and still six short of eclipsing Wayne Gretzky's record all-time record . Ovechkin did initiate a memorable moment On the ice in Minnesota on Thursday evening, though. The three-time NHL The MVP, who has been under scrutiny for months during his quest to break Gretzky's record for career goals, hustled over In the direction of the tunnel, past the bench, once the horn sounded for Washington's 4-2 loss To ensure that all the Capital players returned onto the ice to congratulate the retiring Wild goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury, Ovechkin was the first to approach him at center ice, where they embraced and exchanged some laughter. Fleury, who is in his 21st and undoubtedly last season in the league, spent the entire evening on the home bench while Filip Gustavsson was between the pipes. In the morning, Ovechkin informed the team that this would mark the...

BOSTON (AP) — Alisa Efimova and Misha Mitrofanov from the U.S. rejoiced in the middle of the rink following their free skate performance at the world figure skating championships on Thursday evening, then repeated their celebration roughly thirty minutes afterward. Immediately following the duo’s statement expressing hope for a solid conclusion that could aid their country in qualifying a third team for the 2026 Olympics, the results for their fellow competitors, Ellie Kam and Danny O'Shea, came through. The news spread quickly: "You achieved it." The skaters embraced once more and jumped with joy. By securing seventh place — just ahead of Kam and O'Shea — Efimova and Mitrofanov assisted the U.S. in preliminarily ensuring qualification for three duos in the 2026 Winter Olympics. Two positions are confirmed, with an additional slot able to be earned at a qualifier set to take place in Beijing later this year. It goes beyond just us," Mitrofanov st...

Top 10 and U.S. results from the 2025 World Figure Skating Championships held in Boston... Women's Short Program 1. Alysa Liu (USA) -- 74.58 2. Mone Chiba (JPN) -- 73.44 3. Isabeau Levito (USA) — 73.33 4. Wakaba Higuchi (JPN) -- 72.10 5. Kaori Sakamoto (JPN) — 71.03 6. Madeline Schizas (CAN) -- 69.18 7. Lee Hae-In (KOR) -- 67.79 8. Nina Pinzarrone (BEL) -- 67.74 9. Amber Glenn (USA) — 67.65 10. Kimmy Repond (SUI) -- 67.42 Men's Short Program 1. Ilia Malinin (USA) — 110.41 2. Yuma Kagiyama (JPN) — 107.09 3. Mikhail Shaidorov (KAZ) — 94.77 4. Kevin Aymoz (FRA) -- 93.63 5. Shun Sato (JPN) -- 91.26 6. Nika Egadze (GEO) -- 90.39 7. Nikolaj Memola (ITA) -- 87.89 8. Andrew Torgashev (USA) -- 87.27 9. Adam Siao Him Fa (FRA) -- 87.22 10. Cha Jun-Hwan (KOR) -- 86.41 12. Jason Brown (USA) -- 84.72 Pairs' Final ...

With just 10 games left in the season, the Chicago Blackhawks' management team is still restructuring their defense. The ongoing injury issues affecting both offense and defense have complicated matters for General Manager Kyle Davidson as he tries to finalize the lineup towards the end of the season. However, the strength of the team in Rockford provides some relief and helps stabilize the situation. Several seasoned players have succumbed to injuries this season, notably including the 29-year-old forward Jason Dickinson. out for the season With a wrist injury, he will conclude his third season with the Blackhawks after appearing in just 59 games. After the trade deadline, Chicago still had one additional call-up slot available out of their four. On Thursday, the organization finally made the move that many fans had expected for several weeks. The Chicago Blackhawks have summoned Kevin Korchinski. Per reports, Korchinski is set to come back to Chicago for his sec...

The Erie Otters won't require passports for their approaching Ontario Hockey League playoff series. Erie will continue to be present on United States roads during its Western Conference first-round matchup with the Saginaw Spirit. The opening game of their best-of-seven series is set for Thursday at the Dow Event Center. The fourth-seeded Spirit will host the first two games at their Michigan rink, followed by games three (April 1) and four (April 3) at Erie Insurance Arena. If needed, a sixth game (April 7) also would be held there. The Erie and Saginaw teams are participating in their initial Robertson Cup playoffs since the OHL’s 2016 event. That year, the Otters, who were the top seeds in the conference, swept the Spirit in the opening round. The competing team, the London Knights, knocked out Erie during the conference finals. Season series Erie and Saginaw divided their four regular-season matches, with both teams having an equal record of 1-1 when playi...

With a wide grin stretching across his face, Steve Metcalf receives congratulations wherever he goes in St. Louis. The Hockey East commissioner believes he might levitate all the way up to the summit of the Gateway Arch, which stands approximately 630 feet above the ground. He finds it unbelievable that four of his teams have made it to the Frozen Four. With Hockey East teams securing victories across all four regionals, one of them is assured of hoisting the national championship trophy this year. An improbable situation? Apologies, Commissioner Metcalf, but indeed. However, feasible? Absolutely. The Hockey East conference boasts six out of sixteen spots in the NCAA Tournament and can be found represented across all regions. In 1999, three of the teams competing in the Frozen Four were from Hockey East, with Maine narrowly defeating UNH 3-2 in overtime to claim victory in the championship game. The national tournament this year kicks off on Thursday with four matches,...

NCAA Fargo Regional Thursday and Saturday at the Scheels Arena No. 4 seeded Minnesota State Mankato faces off against No. 1 Western Michigan at 4 p.m., broadcast on ESPNU. At a quick look, the champions of the CCHA regular season and tournament, Minnesota State (27-8-3), returns to the NCAA tournament following a year’s break and their first appearance since Coach Luke Strand took charge. Their success can largely be attributed to goalie Alex Tracy, nominated as a finalist for the Richter Award and currently leading nationally in both goals against average (1.43) and save percentage (.945). Former University of Minnesota player Rhett Pitlick tops the scoring chart for Minnesota State with an impressive tally of 40 points through 13 goals and 27 assists, supported significantly by Josh Groll (14-18-32), Adam Eisele (13-13-26), and Evan Murr (7-19-26). Over their last ten matches, which include nine wins and just one tie, they boast the strongest performan...

DENVER — As highlight clips played on the big screens during Mikko Rantanen’s early moments with the Colorado Avalanche, he touched his chest affectionately, ending with scenes of him lifting the Stanley Cup. On Sunday, the audience welcomed him with a blend of "Moose" chants—his nickname—and, naturally, some jeers. Initially adored by fans, Rantanen has transformed into a formidable opponent since joining division rivals Dallas. This marks the first occasion during his National Hockey League tenure where Rantanen played as an away team member at a venue that had been his home ice for ten years. No surprise, he heard the most boos when his name was announced on an assist to set up the first goal of the game for the Stars. It can be quite moving," Dallas coach Pete DeBoer remarked ahead of the game regarding Rantanen’s comeback. "Fortunately, you only have to go through this once, after which it becomes part of your past. We will navigat...