Columbus, OH

Patrik Laine, the Montreal Canadiens' newest addition following a trade with the Columbus Blue Jackets, reports feeling ready for the upcoming season after undergoing shoulder surgery. He has been cleared to skate and emphasizes that his body is in great shape, stating, "no concerns with the body whatsoever." Laine, a three-time 30-goal scorer, faced difficulties last season, playing only 18 games due to injury and mental health issues. Now, he expresses excitement about a fresh start in Montreal, aiming to return to peak performance.

Canadiens’ Laine Cleared to Skate After Off-Season Shoulder Surgery

Boston, MA

A massive trade went down in the NHL on Monday, as multiple reports indicated the Montreal Canadiens acquired Patrik Laine from the Columbus Blue Jackets. Montreal also acquired a 2026 second-round draft pick in the deal while sending defenseman Jordan Harris back to Columbus. On paper, the trade should benefit...

Bruins Indirectly Benefit After Canadiens Trade For Laine

Pittsburgh, PA

Pro Hockey Rumors

The Penguins announced a baker’s dozen hockey operations staff additions and promotions Monday, most notably the promotions of Jason Spezza and Amanda Kessel from their previous roles. Spezza will now serve as the general manager of Pittsburgh’s AHL affiliate, the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins, in addition to his existing assistant GM...

Penguins promote Jason Spezza, Amanda Kessel

The Montreal Canadiens confirmed a major rumor involving Patrik Laine because of their legendary goaltender Ken Dryden. The Habs general manager, Kent Hughes, hit a home run yesterday by trading the promising defenseman Jordan Harris to the Columbus Blue Jackets for Patrik Laine and a 2026 2nd round pick. Patrik...

Montreal Canadiens confirm major rumour involving Patrick Laine because of legendary goaltender Ken Dryden

Philadelphia, PA

Some big news has emerged on Tuesday that the Philadelphia Flyers have placed forward Ryan Johansen on waivers on late Tuesday morning. A post from the team added that Johansen is being placed on waivers in order to terminate his contract. This post on social media added this is due to a material breach. However, there would be no further comment at the time.

Philadelphia Flyers Place Forward on Waivers

Boxing legend Mike Tyson asserted his upcoming fight achieves a larger purpose beyond enriching all of those involved. "This is beautiful," he said at the 3:50 mark in Tuesday's episode of Impaulsive. "This is what the world needs. I know it sounds crazy, but this is what the world really needs right now."

Video: Mike Tyson Talks Jake Paul Boxing Fight, Says it's 'What the World Needs'

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Despite trading for Patrik Laine, the Montreal Canadiens still have moves to make to complete their lineup.

Opinion: Moves Still Coming for Canadiens After Patrik Laine Trade

The Montreal Canadiens have made it official: They have acquired forward Patrik Laine from the Columbus Blue Jackets and a 2026 2nd-round pick for Jordan Harris. There was no salary retention as part of the trade, as the Canadiens will take on Laine’s full cap hit of $8.7 million over the next two seasons.

Patrik Laine Traded to the Montreal Canadiens from Columbus

WThe Montreal Canadiens have acquired Patrik Laine from the Columbus Blue Jackets in a blockbuster deal. The Canadiens announced the deal on X on August 19, as Montreal acquired Laine and a 2026 second-round pick for defenseman Jordan Harris. The Canadiens have traded defenseman Jordan Harris to the Columbus Blue...

Canadiens Acquire $34.8 Million Forward from Blue Jackets in Blockbuster

Vendetta Sports Media

Don Waddell Gave The Dumbest Reason Ever As To Why He Made The Patrik Laine Trade Don Waddell is the new man in charge in Columbus and if the Patrik Laine trade is any indication on how he will perform at his new gig… fans should be rather concerned. I gave the Blue Jackets an […]
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Don Waddell Gave The Dumbest Reason Ever As To Why He Made The Patrik Laine Trade

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

The Pittsburgh Steelers made the playoffs as a wild-card team in 2023, but they were quickly ousted by the Buffalo Bills. While the Steelers have never experienced a losing season under head coach Mike Tomlin, they haven't won a playoff game since the 2016 season either. The hope is that...

Steelers' Win-Loss Predictions for 2024 NFL Season

BROSSARD – There were no cases of the Monday blues for Habs fans to start the week. Canadiens general manager Kent Hughes announced a major trade on Monday afternoon, bringing Patrik Laine and a second-round pick (2026) to Montreal in exchange for defenseman Jordan Harris. Hughes and Laine both...

Laine ‘super excited’ for new opportunity in Montreal

Patrik Laine has no reservations about his ability to return to being an impact player following yesterday’s trade to the Canadiens. “I don’t want to come back as a 30-goal-scorer. I want to come back as a 40, 50- (goal-scorer). I’ve done that previously and it’s not by accident,” he told reporters (including NHL.com’s Tracey Myers).

East Notes: Laine, Makiniemi, Sutter

San Francisco, CA

Matt Chapman is reportedly leaning towards free agency this offseason. Per USA Today's Bob Nightengale, the San Francisco Giants third baseman is expected to opt out of his contract following the end of the season, which would make him a free agent, though it's likely he would remain with the Giants.

MLB Rumors: Matt Chapman Expected to Opt Out of Giants Contract, Become Free Agent

Ohio State

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On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

One of the top NBA insiders in sports media is reportedly on the verge of becoming a free agent. According to Ryan Glasspiegel of the New York Post, Shams Charania has left Stadium after working at the outlet for the past six years. Also, it was noted that Charania's contracts with The Athletic and FanDuel TV are coming up.

Report: NBA Insider Shams Charania Leaves Stadium; Contract Expiring at The Athletic

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Canadiens Fans Celebrate Landing Patrik Laine, NHL Draft Pick in Blue Jackets Trade

Patrik Laine will make the second fresh start of his career in Montreal. The Columbus Blue Jackets traded the winger and a 2026 second-round pick to...

Canadiens Fans Celebrate Landing Patrik Laine, NHL Draft Pick in Blue Jackets Trade

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