NHL all-time leading goal-scorer Alex Ovechkin is returning for a 22nd season with the Washington Capitals (BRUCE BENNETT)
Alex Ovechkin, the NHL’s all-time leading goal scorer, will return for a 22nd season with the Washington Capitals, the club announced on Thursday.
The Capitals said in a statement that the Russian great has signed a one-year contract with an average annual value of $4.25 million.
“I’m back!” Ovechkin said in comments posted on the Caps website. “Thank you to everyone for giving me and my family the time to make this decision.
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NBA free agency is in full swing, but the best player available remains unsigned. Former Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has his sights set on a new franchise next season, and various teams are already reportedly lining up to sign him.
Given James’ penchant for hijacking the news cycle, could that decision come July 4? The holiday doesn’t often feature major sports stories, giving James a chance to dominate coverage if he makes his announcement on that day.
There’s some precedent for James switching teams around the date.
SILVIS, ILLINOIS – JULY 02: Jordan Spieth of the United States plays his shot from the seventh tee during the first round of the John Deere Classic 2026 at TPC Deere Run on July 02, 2026 in Silvis, Illinois. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) | Getty Images
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The PGA Tour is off and running at the John Deere Classic this week and former champion Jordan Spieth is among those in the field.
Matters began on Thursday and not long after they did was Jordan Spieth in a Jordan Spieth™ sort of situation.
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – JUNE 22: Aliyah Boston #7 holds Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever back during the second half against the Phoenix Mercury at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on June 22, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images) | Getty Images
The WNBA has officially announced the players who will start the 2026 All-Star Game.
The Boston Celtics never seriously considered trading Jayson Tatum despite recent inquiries from rival teams, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Boston instead determined weeks ago that it needed to move on from Jaylen Brown, ultimately sending him to the Philadelphia 76ers for Paul George and two future first round picks.
A source said some of the bigger guards on Miami’s radar are 6-4 Bradley Beal, 6-3 Anfernee Simons and 6-5 Kentavious Caldwell Pope (who is expected to part ways with the Grizzlies). The 6-5 Zach LaVine could become an option if the Kings waive and stretch the final season (and $49 million) of his contract. And so could….
The Heat has opted not to pursue former Heat guard Gabe Vincent, at this point, and is instead focusing on adding a guard with more size, a source with direct knowledge said. The Heat ideally would love to add that type of player at the minimum but possibly could offer more than that.
Vincent would have welcomed a Heat return and has support internally, including from Bam Adebayo. The front office appreciates his maturity, toughness, grit and intelligence, among other attributes, but isn’t looking for another 6-2 point guard at this point after guaranteeing next season’s $2.6 million salary for 6-2 Dru Smith.
Playing his first world-ranked tournament in nearly six years, Brad Dalke opened the DP World Tour’s BMW International Open with a 3-under 69 on Thursday in Munich.
Dalke, the 28-year-old former prodigy turned YouTuber, is five shots off the lead, which is shared by Jayden Schaper and Hennie du Plessis, though Dalke sits comfortably inside the cut line thanks to four birdies in his first 12 holes and some clutch par saves late.
The Jabulani: If you’ve heard of it, you know where this is going. The official soccer ball of the 2010 Men’s World Cup was not popular. It was prone to knuckling at high speed, which made long passes and hard shots behave unpredictably. Goalkeepers in particular were furious. This episode of Big Deal talks about how that played out, but it’s also interesting to remember why.
Adidas produced and marketed THE soccer ball, truly. If you close your eyes and imagine a soccer ball, you’re probably picturing an orb of black and white pentagons and hexagons.