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Rick Tocchet Q&A: Discussing Jack Eichel’s return from injury and the trade that sent him to Vegas

Rick Tocchet, a former NHLer and coach, and current TNT NHL analyst, gives us his thoughts on Jack Eichel.

Tafur: The 7 big offseason questions facing the Raiders as the Derek Carr volleying begins

There's talk swirling about a potential short-term extension for Carr, but that would bump up the annual number — perhaps to $40 million.

NFL Power Rankings: Rams end season as unanimous No. 1. Other teams weren’t so easy to slot

Our voters had to consider unexpected playoff results and Tom Brady's retirement for the final rankings of the 2021 NFL season.

Kirk Cousins in Denver? Matt Ryan in Cleveland? What about Rodgers and Russ? 10 (mostly) bold NFL offseason predictions

Prepare yourself for a wild NFL offseason, when fantasy could easily become reality.

2022 NFL Super Bowl era franchise rankings: Rams shoot up another tier with title

WNBA free-agency power rankings: Chicago Sky secure core stars, Phoenix Mercury rule with savvy moves

Chantel Jennings

Everything you need to know about Jack Eichel’s Golden Knights debut: Linemates, salary cap and more

How the Raiders offense could look with Josh McDaniels in charge

Ted Nguyen and Tashan Reed

All-time greatest Super Bowl halftime show rankings: Michael Jackson, Prince, Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg lead the way

Rhiannon Walker

NHL players dish on their favorite subtle skills around the league: ‘I don’t know how he does that’

Golden Knights shots or Joe Burrow TD passes: A deep dive into NHL/Super Bowl cross-sport bets

Legendary Raiders receiver Cliff Branch is finally a Hall of Famer

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The latest on Mark Stone, and what it could mean for the Golden Knights and their cap space (and Jack Eichel)

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Belief and trust: The ascension of new Raiders defensive coordinator Patrick Graham

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As L.A. prepares to host its first Super Bowl since 1993, what is the state of the NFL in the city?

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Golden Knights end roller-coaster trip to Alberta with a win and a loss: 4 biggest takeaways

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Raiders mailbag: Derek Carr’s future, Josh McDaniels’ coaching staff and more

Is the Las Vegas allure real with Patrick Graham leaving New York for the Raiders? And was there ever any interest in Jim Harbaugh?

NFL free agency rankings for 2022: Davante Adams, J.C. Jackson and Orlando Brown Jr. headline our top 75 players

This shopping list of NFL problem solvers is well-stocked with safeties, wide receivers and offensive linemen at the top.

Where the all-in Super Bowl Bengals’ free agency ranks, an NFL hiring fix and a Packers problem: Mike Sando’s Pick Six

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Pro Bowl Confidential: Players’ picks for MVP, worst city to visit, coach they’d like to play for, COVID-19 suggestions

Anonymous Pro Bowlers are surveyed on the 17th game vs. Thursday night games, underrated players and more.

How Jonathan Marchessault went from a taxi in Mexico to the 2022 NHL All-Star festivities in Vegas

After missing out on the "Last Man In" vote, Marchessault scheduled a family vacation in Mexico. He had to cut it short to return to Vegas.

Why Liz Cambage has a point about Becky Hammon and the WNBA’s pay disparity issue

Hammon makes more than four times the highest-paid WNBA player, which is completely out of line with any other North American major sport.

‘We know he can get the job done’: Raiders Pro Bowlers react to the hiring of Josh McDaniels

Though many players hoped Rich Bisaccia would get the Raiders' head coaching job, they don't seem to be holding that against Josh McDaniels.

Shrine Bowl looking to challenge Senior Bowl as premier event of all-star game circuit

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Tafur: Rich Bisaccia’s Achilles heel, Josh McDaniels’ call with Derek Carr and more from Raiders owner Mark Davis

Davis said that in his discussions with players, there wasn't unanimous support that Bisaccia should be the full-time Raiders head coach.

Scouting the East-West Shrine Bowl: 10 players who could be fits for the Raiders

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