Gavin Lux out for the season with ACL injury

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Gavin Lux will miss the 2023 season after tearing the ACL in his right knee during Monday's Cactus League game, manager Dave Roberts announced Tuesday, according to Juan Toribio of MLB.com.

Lux also sustained some damage to his lateral collateral ligament (LCL) on the play. He'll undergo knee surgery March 7, according to Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times.

Lux was hurt while running the bases during the Dodgers' game against the San Diego Padres. He had to be carted off the field and he underwent an MRI on Monday night.

Miller suspended for spitting on Doughty

New York Rangers defenseman K'Andre Miller was suspended for three games on Tuesday after spitting on Drew Doughty in Sunday's contest against the Los Angeles Kings.

Miller issued an apology Monday on Twitter, insisting the incident was accidental.

Oilers trade Jesse Puljujarvi to Hurricanes

The Edmonton Oilers traded forward Jesse Puljujarvi to the Carolina Hurricanes for prospect Patrik Puistola on Tuesday.

Puljujarvi has five goals and 14 points in 58 games this season. The 24-year-old tallied a career-high 14 goals and 36 points in 2021-22.

The Oilers aren't retaining any of Puljujarvi's $3-million cap hit, according to TSN's Pierre LeBrun. He's an impending restricted free agent.

LeBron James out with foot injury

The Los Angeles Lakers fear that LeBron James is likely to miss an extended period after sustaining a right foot injury during Sunday's comeback win against the Dallas Mavericks, sources told The Athletic's Shams Charania.

James is expected to have multiple opinions on the ailment, but the Lakers are bracing for a multiple-week absence, Charania adds.

James appeared to suffer the injury on a drive to the basket late in the third quarter but remained in the contest. The four-time Finals MVP was limping as he exited the arena postgame.

Blue Jays hire James Click as VP Baseball Strategy

The Toronto Blue Jays added a marquee name to their front office, hiring former Houston Astrosgeneral manager James Click as their vice-president of baseball strategy, they announced Monday.

Click helped build the 2022 World Series champion Astros, but left the team weeks after their victory following a contract dispute.

In his new role with the Blue Jays, he will work alongside GM Ross Atkins on "strategic planning, decision making, and evaluation."

Chris Kirk wins Honda Classic

Chris Kirk waited nearly eight years to win a PGA Tour event again. Waiting one more hole on Sunday was no problem.

Kirk stuck his approach to the par-5 18th to tap-in range, and his birdie on the first hole of a playoff lifted him past Eric Cole for the victory at the Honda Classic on Sunday.

Cole had a chance, playing his third shot from the sand to just outside of 10 feet for a birdie that would have extended the playoff. But it lipped out, and Kirk nudged his ball in for his fifth career win — his first since prevailing at Colonial in 2015.

Devils land Timo Meier

The Devils have won the Timo Meier sweepstakes. 

New Jersey has acquired the star winger from the San Jose Sharks, The Athletic's Pierre LeBrun reports. The full details of the trade aren't yet known.

Widely considered the best player available on the trade market, Meier is a pending restricted free agent with a cap hit of $6 million. However, the Sharks are reportedly retaining 50% of his salary, according to TSN's Chris Johnston.

The Devils don't have an extension in place for their newest acquisition, but Meier will be due a $10-million qualifying offer to retain his negotiation rights, per LeBrun.

The 26-year-old has 31 goals and 52 points in 57 games this season. Meier is only five tallies away from breaking his previous career high of 35 goals, which he set last campaign.

Padres sign Manny Machado 11 Years

The San Diego Padres are locking up another superstar.

San Diego and third baseman Manny Machado are finalizing an 11-year, $350-million contract extension, sources told Jeff Passan of ESPN.

Machado's new deal will begin this season, according to Dennis Lin of The Athletic. 

The extension contains no opt-outs and includes a full no-trade clause, reports Lin.

The 2022 NL MVP runner-up planned to opt out of his contract at the end of the 2023 campaign. However, Padres owner Peter Seidler said the 30-year-old's extension was a "top priority."

Where is Patrick Kane going?

Patrick Kane's time with the Chicago Blackhawks appears to be ending.

The three-time Stanley Cup champion sat out Saturday's 4-3 shootout win over the San Jose Sharks due to roster management, the Blackhawks announced. Forward Sam Lafferty also didn't play for the same reason.

"Based on the current status of Patrick's situation, we collectively felt it was more appropriate to have him not play during this period of reflection," Kane's agent, Pat Brisson, said prior to the game, according to TSN's Pierre LeBrun.

Linus Ullmark scores!!!

Boston Bruins goaltender Linus Ullmark was just as excited as everyone else in the hockey world after he became the first netminder in over three years to score a coveted goalie goal. 

"It's pretty cool. The guys that have scored a goal in this league are terrific goaltenders that went down into the Hall of Fame as well," he told reporters after his team's 3-1 victory against the Vancouver Canucks. "It's hard to describe what I'm feeling right now. I have to kind of digest it all. I'm just so bloody happy."

Netflix series Quarterback

A documentary series titled "Quarterback" that follows Patrick Mahomes, Kirk Cousins, and Marcus Mariota through the 2022 season on and off the field will debut in summer 2023, Netflix announced Wednesday.

Peyton Manning is an executive producer for the show and was crucial in convincing the quarterbacks to take part in the series, according to John Ourand of Sports Business Journal. He traveled to Kansas City to convince Mahomes in person.

"From welcoming home a new baby in the middle of the season to welcoming the Lombardi Trophy back to Kansas City, our crew was there for it all," Mahomes said in a statement.

Connor McDavid reaches 800 points

Connor McDavid reached 800 career points and scored his 43rd and 44th goals in the third period to give the Edmonton Oilers a 4-2 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday night.

McDavid also assisted on Leon Draisaitl's tying goal early in the third, with McDavid picking up his 800th point and Draisaitl his 700th on the play.

Playing in his 545th game, McDavid became the fifth-fastest player in NHL history to hit the mark, behind Wayne Gretzky (352 games), Mario Lemieux (410), Mike Bossy (525), and Peter Stastny (531).

Maple Leafs stole the show vs. Buffalo

The Toronto Maple Leafs' new-look second line stole the show Tuesday night against the Buffalo Sabres, as Mitch Marner recorded a career-high five assists and newcomer Ryan O'Reilly potted a hat trick in the 6-3 victory. 

Captain John Tavares, who moved to left wing on line two after last Friday's trade, netted four points as well. The trio's dominant performance marked the first time in franchise history three players recorded three points apiece in the first period of a game, according to NHL Public Relations.

Atlanta Hawks fire head coach Nate McMillan

The Atlanta Hawks dismissed head coach Nate McMillan, the team announced Tuesday.

Assistant coach Joe Prunty will replace McMillan on an interim basis.

Atlanta will commence a search for a new full-time head coach immediately, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. The team's brass is reportedly prioritizing a bench boss who excels in player development and accountability, as well as one who can improve the Hawks into a top-10 team both offensively and defensively.

Team Giannis at All Star Game

Jayson Tatum put on a record-setting show, and made Giannis Antetokounmpo look like a genius.

Tatum scored an All-Star Game-record 55 points on his way to winning MVP honors, and Team Giannis ended LeBron James' hold on All-Star captain supremacy by beating Team LeBron 184-175 in the NBA's annual showcase exhibition on Sunday night.

Tatum had 27 points in the third quarter, another All-Star Game record for any period. He was the first pick by Antetokounmpo in the starters' portion of the All-Star draft, and in the end, that pick proved to be the right one.

Jon Rahm returns to Number 1

Jon Rahm returned to No. 1 in the world on Sunday by winning the Genesis Invitational with a performance that left no doubt who's playing the best golf.

Caught in a battle with hometown favorite Max Homa at Riviera, Rahm delivered two big moments with a 45-foot birdie putt from the fringe on the par-3 14th and then a tee shot to 2 feet for birdie on the par-3 16th.

He closed with a 2-under 69 for a two-shot win over Homa.

Blackhawks won’t trade Jonathan Toews

The Chicago Blackhawks won't trade captain Jonathan Toews at the March 3 deadline because of concerns surrounding his health, general manager Kyle Davidson announced Sunday, according to ESPN's Emily Kaplan. 

Toews revealed in a statement that he continues to deal with symptoms from long COVID and chronic immune response syndrome. The latter caused him to miss the entire 2020-21 campaign.

The veteran forward said playing through those issues was "really challenging," and he felt he "had no choice but to step back and concentrate on getting healthy."

Phoenix Mercury resign Brittney Griner

The Phoenix Mercury have re-signed Brittney Griner to a one-year deal, sources told Josh Weinfuss and M.A. Voepel of ESPN.

Griner missed the whole 2022 campaign after being detained in Russia for 10 months. Last February, the 32-year-old was arrested in Moscow for carrying vape canisters with cannabis oil.

Shortly after Griner's return to the United States, the eight-time All-Star announced her intention to play in the WNBA next season for the Mercury.

Jonathan Huberdeau agent Allan Walsh rips Flames

Allan Walsh is taking aim at the Calgary Flames and perhaps head coach Darryl Sutter.

The outspoken agent, who represents Flames forward Jonathan Huberdeau, tagged the club in a critical tweet Thursday night.

One day later, Huberdeau said he wasn't aware of Walsh's tweet until Friday morning.

Tiger Woods TAMPON joke

Tiger Woods had some explaining to do Friday, about a putter so cold it left him on the verge of missing the cut, and about a chauvinist prank he played on Justin Thomas in the Genesis Invitational.

In his return to elite competition for the first time in seven months, Woods caused quite a buzz in the opening round for all the wrong reasons.

It started when he ripped a 323-yard drive, some 10 yards longer than the 29-year-old Thomas. Walking off the tee, Woods discreetly put something in Thomas' hand, which Thomas tossed to the ground when he realized what it was — a tampon, to remind Thomas that Woods hit it farther. Woods laughed and put his arm around Thomas.

Aaron Jones will rework his deal with Packers

Running back Aaron Jones has agreed to rework his deal with the Green Bay Packers in order to avoid a release, his agents told ESPN's Adam Schefter. 

The reworked contract will see Jones earn a base salary of $11 million for the 2023 season, with $8.52 million coming as a signing bonus, Schefter adds.

Jones was scheduled to take home $16 million total prior to the restructure, per Spotrac. He was set to earn an $8.1-million base salary in addition to a $7.4-million roster bonus and a $500,000 workout bonus.

Enough is Enough

Players for Canada's women's soccer team wore purple shirts before their opening match of the SheBelieves Cup against the United States on Thursday as a symbol of protest against Canada Soccer, which they accused last week of failing to offer equal pay and adequate funding to their program.

"Enough is enough," the shirts read.

The United States women's national team showed solidarity with Canada's players by wearing purple wristbands and forming a circle with their peers prior to kickoff.

Tiger Woods steals the show at Riviera

The scene was similar to the last time Tiger Woods played against the world's best. Fans packed onto every balcony on every level of the Riviera clubhouse Thursday, all of them straining for a rare sight of golf's biggest star.

Woods had them cheering even louder at the end.

He put on a show in his first competition in seven months, closing with three straight birdies and one big smile for a 2-under 69 in the Genesis Invitational, leaving him five shots behind Max Homa and Keith Mitchell.

The future for Shohei Ohtani

The future of impending free agent Shohei Ohtani will likely be one of this season's biggest storylines to follow.

Despite the intrigue surrounding his status beyond 2023, the Los Angeles Angels two-way star is trying to remain focused on the present.

"As of now, I'm an Angel. And that's what I want to focus on," Ohtani said Thursday, according to The Athletic's Sam Blum.

Rex Ryan looking to join Denver Broncos

Former New York Jets and Buffalo Bills head coach Rex Ryan has emerged as a top candidate for the Denver Broncos' defensive coordinator position, reports Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo of NFL Network.

Ryan, who has been an analyst for ESPN since being fired by the Bills in 2016, reportedly met with new Broncos head coach Sean Payton recently to discuss him joining the staff.

The 60-year-old last worked as a defensive coordinator for the Baltimore Ravens from 2005-08 before being hired by the Jets.

Auston Matthews returns to the Leaf lineup

The Toronto Maple Leafs have a healthy Auston Matthews for Wednesday's game against the Chicago Blackhawks.

Matthews is back after missing a handful of contests with a sprained knee, Maple Leafs head coach Sheldon Keefe confirmed, according to TSN's Mark Masters. The superstar center sustained the injury on Jan. 25.

The Leafs went 2-3-0 in his absence, splitting a home-and-home back-to-back with the Columbus Blue Jackets on Friday and Saturday after losing 5-2 to the Boston Bruins, beating the Washington Capitals 5-1, and absorbing a 6-2 defeat to the Ottawa Senators.

Cardinals hire Jonathan Gannon as head coach

The Arizona Cardinals hired Philadelphia Eagles defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon as their head coach on a five-year deal, the team announced Tuesday.

Gannon helped the Eagles - owners of one of the NFL's most stacked rosters - improve defensively this season, going from the 18th-ranked defense in 2021 to the eighth-best unit in the league in points allowed in 2022. However, Philadelphia allowed 37 points in the Super Bowl LVII loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, including 17 fourth-quarter points.

The 40-year-old joined Philadelphia's coaching staff in 2021 after serving as an assistant for the Atlanta Falcons (2007), Tennessee Titans (2012-13), Minnesota Vikings (2014-17), and Indianapolis Colts (2018-20).

Ryan Reynolds to purchase Ottawa Senators

Ryan Reynolds has chosen his co-star in an effort to purchase the Ottawa Senators.

The Vancouver-born actor is teaming up with The Remington Group, which recruited the actor to join a consortium that's set to make a bid for the Sens, according to The Ottawa Sun's Bruce Garrioch.

Landing Reynolds is a major development for the Toronto-based real estate development corporation in its efforts to buy the club. The NHL reportedly informed potential bidders in December that it wants the actor to be a minority partner.

Anton Forsberg out 2-3 months with MCL injury

Ottawa Senators goalie Anton Forsberg is expected to miss two-to-three months due to MCL tears in both knees, according to the Ottawa Sun's Bruce Garrioch.

Neither tear will require surgery, Garrioch adds.

Forsberg was stretchered off the ice during Saturday's 6-3 loss to the Edmonton Oilers.

New Mexico cancels season due to sexual assault

New Mexico State's men's basketball season came to an abrupt halt Sunday after the release of a police report that detailed three players ganging up on a teammate and attacking him in a case that includes allegations of false imprisonment, harassment and criminal sexual contact.

"It's time for this program to reset," chancellor Dan Arvizu said in the statement that announced the end of the season. 

Arvizu said the shutdown was in response to a report filed to campus police on Friday by a player against three teammates. According to the report, the victim said that on Feb. 6, his teammates held him down "removed his clothing exposing his buttocks and began to slap his (buttocks). He also went on to state that they also touched his scrotum."

Jalen Hurts outstanding performance

Quarterback Jalen Hurts' historic performance in Super Bowl LVII came up just short as the Philadelphia Eagles fell to the Kansas City Chiefs 38-35.

Hurts threw for 304 yards and rushed for 70 yards, making history as the signal-caller with the most rushing yards in the Super Bowl. He made three of his four scores on the ground, tying Terrell Davis' record.

His lone blemish in an outstanding performance during the biggest game of the year was a fumble when trying to switch hands, which Chiefs linebacker Nick Bolton returned 36 yards for a touchdown.

Patrick Mahomes named Super Bowl MVP

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes was named MVP of Super Bowl LVII after throwing three touchdowns in the 38-35 win over the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday.

It's Mahomes' second career Super Bowl MVP award after he earned it three seasons ago following Kansas City's victory over the San Francisco 49ers.

He also becomes the seventh player in NFL history to earn both NFL MVP and Super Bowl MVP honors in the same season and the first since Kurt Warner during the 1999 season. League MVPs were 0-8 in the Super Bowl since then.

Chiefs win Super Bowl

Harrison Butker nailed the game-winning field goal with seconds left in the fourth quarter to help the Chiefs overcome a 10-point deficit and defeat the Eagles 38-35 on Sunday in Super Bowl LVII at State Farm Stadium.

Patrick put on a show with three touchdown passes, helping the Chiefs become only the second team in Super Bowl history to lift the Vince Lombardi Trophy after being down by double digits at halftime.

Scottie Scheffler defends at the Phoenix Open

Scottie Scheffler successfully defended his WM Phoenix Open title Sunday at TPC Scottsdale to regain the No. 1 spot in the world.

Scheffler closed with a 6-under 65 to beat Nick Taylor by two strokes in breezy conditions on the firm and fast Stadium Course. The 26-year-old Texan will jump from second to first in the rankings, taking the top spot from Rory McIlroy with his fifth PGA Tour victory.

Scheffler made a 22-foot eagle putt on the par-5 13th to break a tie with Taylor, then took a two-shot lead on the par-3 16th with a 15-footer for par after hitting his tee shot far left on the stadium hole.

Travis Kelce moves into 2nd all time

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce passed Rob Gronkowski to move into second all time in postseason receiving touchdowns with his first-quarter score against the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LVII.

Kelce's 18-yard touchdown Sunday was the 16th of his postseason career. He now only trails Pro Football Hall of Famer Jerry Rice on the all-time list. Rice caught 22 touchdowns over his decorated career.

Tiger Woods announces his return to PGA Tour

Tiger Woods is set to compete in his first non-major PGA TOUR event since October 2020 with the Genesis Invitational next week in Pacific Palisades, California, Woods announced in a tweet Friday.

The 82-time TOUR winner has only played in majors since the Zozo Championship, which was held in October 2020. A few months after that tournament, in February 2021, he was in a car accident that resulted in serious injuries to both his legs. He didn't return to an official event on the TOUR schedule until the Masters in April 2022.

A.J. Green announces his retirement

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver A.J. Green announced his retirement via Instagram on Monday. 

The seven-time Pro Bowler posted six seasons with 1,000-plus receiving yards throughout his career.

Tom Brady to join Fox Broadcast

Tom Brady will begin his role as a Fox Sports broadcaster in the fall of 2024, Brady told Colin Cowherd in an interview on "The Herd."

"I want to be great at what I do. ... Talking even last week with the people at Fox Sports, you know, and the leadership there and allowing me to start my Fox opportunity in the fall of 2024 is something that's great for me," Brady said. "Take some time to really learn, become great at what I want to do, become great at, you know, thinking about the opportunity, and make sure I don't rush into anything."

Brady signed a 10-year, $375-million deal with Fox Sports in 2022 to become its lead NFL analyst alongside Kevin Burkhardt, according to Andrew Marchand of the New York Post.

Brooklyn Nets trade Kyrie Irving

The Brooklyn Nets are trading star Kyrie Irving and Markieff Morris to the Dallas Mavericks for Spencer Dinwiddie, Dorian Finney-Smith, a 2029 first-round pick, and second-rounders in 2027 and 2029, sources told The Athletic's Shams Charania.

The deal comes after Irving reportedly requested a trade Friday after extension talks with the Nets broke down. Irving was seeking a deal close to the maximum four years and $198.5 million Brooklyn could offer, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

Robert Kraft on Tom Brady’s retirement

New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft wants nothing more than for Tom Brady to sign a one-day contract and officially end his career where it started. 

"I'd do it tomorrow," Kraft said Thursday on CNN, according to Patriots team reporter Mike Dussault. "Not only do I want it, our fans are clamoring for it and to us, he always has been and always will be a Patriot. ... We'll do everything we can in our power to bring him back, sign off as a Patriot, and find ways to honor him for many years to come."

The legendary quarterback announced his retirement Wednesday morning after 23 seasons in the NFL. Brady built the Patriots into one of sports' greatest dynasties, winning six Super Bowls with New England. He also led the franchise to the postseason on 17 occasions.

Mark Stone out indefinitely with back surgery

Vegas Golden Knights captain Mark Stone is out indefinitely after undergoing successful back surgery, the team announced Wednesday.

The 30-year-old is expected to make a full recovery. Stone hasn't played since suffering the injury on Jan. 12 against the Florida Panthers. He experienced a setback in his rehabilitation, which prompted the surgery Tuesday.

The procedure marks his second in less than a year. Stone underwent back surgery in May following an injury-plagued 2021-22 campaign in which he missed 45 games across three stretches on the sidelines.

Tom Brady retires….. again

The GOAT is done. For real this time.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady is retiring "for good" after 23 NFL seasons, he announced Wednesday.

"I know the process was a pretty big deal last time, so when I woke up this morning, I figured I'd just press record and let you guys know first. I won't be long-winded, you only get one super-emotional retirement essay, and I used mine up last year," said Brady.