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Dallas Cowboys

NFL owners approve 4 new rule changes for 2026 " Inside The Star

New England Patriots

fromMusket Fire

Patriots players won't love Robert Kraft's thoughts on big NFL change

The NFL is considering extending the regular season to 18 games, but players are opposed to the idea despite some owners' support.

National Football League

fromBavarian Football Works

NFLPA supports referees in CBA negotiations with NFL

Trained, professional officials are essential for player safety in the NFL.

Rule 5 Draft Update: April Edition

Thirteen players were selected in last year's Rule 5 draft, providing opportunities for major league play in 2026.

Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich's Uli Hoene declares mission of 'weeding out' the 'cutthroat' football agents

Bayern Munich is confronting the rising costs and influence of agents in player contracts, seeking to limit their financial demands.

fromRiggo's Rag

Adam Peters sets high-stakes ultimatum for Commanders' signing chasing bigger payday

K'Lavon Chaisson kept plugging away after a rocky start in the NFL, eventually breaking out with the New England Patriots in 2025, helping them win the AFC Championship.

National Football League

Manchester City

Guardiola wants Rodri to stay but says unhappy stars can go

Guardiola hopes Rodri stays at Manchester City but will not prevent unhappy players from leaving.

#nhl

National Hockey League

fromPuck Prose

Three teams who desperately need a rebuild after this season

NHL teams failing to meet expectations should consider a full rebuild to improve future performance.

Toronto Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs need a GM decisive enough to act fast

fromEditor In Leaf

Report: Maple Leafs closing in on star NCAA free agent in potential steal

T.J. Hughes, a top NCAA free agent, is a prime target for the Toronto Maple Leafs as he concludes his college career.

Toronto Maple Leafs

5 takeaways from Keith Pelley's media availabilities

Brad Treliving's decision-making process for the trade deadline involved early dialogue with ownership to gain an advantage.

National Hockey League

fromPuck Prose

Three teams who desperately need a rebuild after this season

NHL teams failing to meet expectations should consider a full rebuild to improve future performance.

Maple Leafs need a GM decisive enough to act fast

Loyalty to core players hindered success, while indecisiveness in management led to missed opportunities for improvement.

fromEditor In Leaf

Report: Maple Leafs closing in on star NCAA free agent in potential steal

T.J. Hughes, a top NCAA free agent, is a prime target for the Toronto Maple Leafs as he concludes his college career.

fromwww.caughtoffside.com

5 takeaways from Keith Pelley's media availabilities

Brad Treliving's decision-making process for the trade deadline involved early dialogue with ownership to gain an advantage.

more#nhl

Real Madrid

Exclusive: Final decision soon as Liverpool schedule crucial contract talks this month

Liverpool is in ongoing talks with Ibrahima Konate for a new contract, while Real Madrid is not pursuing him.

NCAA proposes barring players who opt into, remain in draft

NCAA considers eligibility rule changes to prevent athletes in professional drafts from competing in college sports.

Toronto Raptors

fromAthlon Sports

Bill Self, Kansas Dealt Bad News on Thursday

Kansas Jayhawks' season ended in the Round of 32, with key player Flory Bidunga entering the transfer portal and testing NBA Draft waters.

Arsenal

Arteta defends Arsenal's international withdrawals

Arsenal players withdrew from international duty due to injuries, but the club maintains good communication with national teams.

Player strain, brain health and cyber threats high on FA priorities

The ongoing discussions regarding future structural changes to the game, such as the introduction of new tournaments (eg. Fifa Club World Cup), further intensify this challenge. These changes have the potential to significantly reduce the downtime available to elite players, affecting their recovery and overall well-being.

Soccer (FIFA)

#gender-discrimination

fromDefector

Female Ref Sues NFL For Discrimination, Says She Was Told To 'Shut Your Fucking Mouth' By Another Official | Defector

Robin DeLorenzo is suing the NFL for gender discrimination and harassment during her time as a referee.

fromLos Angeles Times

One of NFL's first female officials alleges gender discrimination, harassment in lawsuit

Robin DeLorenzo is suing the NFL for gender discrimination and retaliation after her firing in February 2025.

fromDefector

Female Ref Sues NFL For Discrimination, Says She Was Told To 'Shut Your Fucking Mouth' By Another Official | Defector

Robin DeLorenzo is suing the NFL for gender discrimination and harassment during her time as a referee.

fromLos Angeles Times

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One of NFL's first female officials alleges gender discrimination, harassment in lawsuit

Robin DeLorenzo is suing the NFL for gender discrimination and retaliation after her firing in February 2025.

FC Barcelona

fromBarca Blaugranes

Barcelona, Juventus, MLS? Where will Robert Lewandowski play next season?

Robert Lewandowski's contract at Barcelona is ending, with potential offers from various clubs and a possible one-year extension with a pay cut.

Chelsea lead Premier League's record 460m spend on agent fees

Chelsea's payments to agents reached £65.1m, marking the highest expenditure for the third consecutive year, despite reporting the biggest pre-tax loss in Premier League history at £262m.

Chelsea

Baseball's Latest Innovation: A New Way to Mock Umpires

The introduction of the Automated Ball-Strike system in MLB has generated excitement and humor, highlighting the ongoing relationship between players and umpires.

Which Pre-Arbitration Pitchers Will Sign Extensions?

Recent baseball transactions have focused on player extensions, particularly for position players, while pre-arbitration pitchers remain without long-term deals.

Atlanta Braves

fromIntelligencer

Baseball's Latest Innovation: A New Way to Mock Umpires

The introduction of the Automated Ball-Strike system in MLB has generated excitement and humor, highlighting the ongoing relationship between players and umpires.

Which Pre-Arbitration Pitchers Will Sign Extensions?

Recent baseball transactions have focused on player extensions, particularly for position players, while pre-arbitration pitchers remain without long-term deals.

8 Commanders on the chopping block after Adam Peters' ruthless overhaul

Adam Peters has revitalized the Washington Commanders' roster with aggressive signings and a focus on youth after a disappointing season.

Careers

fromSlate Magazine

6 days ago

There's Only One Way to Get More Money at Work. Some People Absolutely Refuse to Do It.

Many people do not negotiate their salaries, often accepting initial offers due to fear of appearing greedy.

Remote teams

fromAbc

6 days ago

How to approach your employer about working from home and flexible work

Improving access to flexible work arrangements, including working from home, is essential for employees facing rising living costs.

Expansion draft projections: Top player available on each team

The WNBA expansion draft begins, allowing Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo to build their rosters amid new CBA negotiations.

WNBA's CBA: 10 biggest wins from new agreement

WNBA and players association reached a transformative collective bargaining agreement benefiting current, future, and retired players.

fromwww.dw.com

WNBA's labor deal is a structural shift for women's sports

The WNBA's new collective bargaining agreement marks a significant advancement in player empowerment and revenue sharing in women's sports.

How the new WNBA CBA will impact every player's salary in 2026

WNBA players will see significant salary increases starting in 2026 under a new collective bargaining agreement.

WNBA, WNBPA officially announce tentative deal on new CBA

WNBA and WNBPA have reached a tentative collective bargaining agreement featuring a groundbreaking revenue-sharing model and significant salary increases.

National Basketball Association

WNBA CBA negotiations: Four ways a new deal can get done

Expansion draft projections: Top player available on each team

The WNBA expansion draft begins, allowing Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo to build their rosters amid new CBA negotiations.

WNBA's CBA: 10 biggest wins from new agreement

WNBA and players association reached a transformative collective bargaining agreement benefiting current, future, and retired players.

fromwww.dw.com

WNBA's labor deal is a structural shift for women's sports

The WNBA's new collective bargaining agreement marks a significant advancement in player empowerment and revenue sharing in women's sports.

How the new WNBA CBA will impact every player's salary in 2026

WNBA players will see significant salary increases starting in 2026 under a new collective bargaining agreement.

WNBA, WNBPA officially announce tentative deal on new CBA

WNBA and WNBPA have reached a tentative collective bargaining agreement featuring a groundbreaking revenue-sharing model and significant salary increases.

National Basketball Association

WNBA CBA negotiations: Four ways a new deal can get done

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fromLos Angeles Times

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Everything to know about Puka Nacua: His rise to NFL stardom, contract status and legal issues

Nacua's attorney told The Times before the lawsuit was filed that Nacua 'denies these allegations in the strongest possible terms,' and that Nacua would 'pursue all available legal remedies in response to these false and damaging statements.'

Los Angeles Rams

Higher education

Governing the Business of Athletics (opinion)

Governing boards must possess deep knowledge of complex, evolving issues in collegiate athletics to govern effectively.

FC Barcelona

from101GREATGOALS.COM

Barcelona president calls on FIFA to change 'outrageous' scheduling after Raphinha injury blow

Joan Laporta criticizes FIFA for tight international schedules after Raphinha's injury during a Brazil match.

fromBlogging The Boys

Jerry Jones answered questions on George Pickens' future with Cowboys

The best thing about those two guys is the way they hang out. Literally, I was trying to track 'em down the other day and they were both together. They were on a beach somewhere doing something. And it started immediately.

Dallas Cowboys

Soccer (FIFA)

fromwww.theguardian.com

Don Garber hits back at Egypt executive who warned Salah against MLS move

MLS is gaining recognition, as evidenced by Messi's impact and the success of players preparing for World Cups.

New England Patriots

fromMusket Fire

Patriots have two easy choices to make for their most underpaid players

The New England Patriots must extend contracts for underpaid stars Drake Maye and Christian Gonzalez to maximize their team-building efforts.

Sources: Kansas' Bidunga to declare for draft, enter portal

Flory Bidunga plans to declare for the NBA draft while entering the NCAA transfer portal, keeping his college eligibility open.

FC Barcelona

fromSI

6 days ago

'Firm Intention'-Arsenal, Barcelona Dealt Julian Alvarez Transfer Blow

Atlético Madrid plans to offer Julián Alvarez a new contract to make him the highest-paid player and deter interest from Arsenal and Barcelona.

Ketel Marte Reaches 10 Years Of Service, Earns Full No-Trade Right

Ketel Marte reached 10 years of major league service, gaining full no-trade protection and control over his future with the D-Backs.

Los Angeles Rams

Goodell backs Rooney Rule, says diversity 'a benefit' to NFL

The NFL's Rooney Rule, aimed at increasing diversity in hiring, will remain despite legal challenges from Florida's attorney general.

fromwww.amny.com

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Former MLB Cy Young winner signs with Long Island Ducks | amNewYork

Trevor Bauer signs with Long Island Ducks as opening night starter, aiming to showcase his talent and engage fans through content creation.

Social justice

Student Athletes Using NIL, Transfer Portal to Speak Up

Professional athletes across WNBA, MLS, and NWSL overwhelmingly support using their platforms for social justice activism, yet many feel unsafe speaking publicly about racial injustice.

#maple-leafs

How deep will the organizational change go for the Maple Leafs? - Maple Leafs Notebook

The Maple Leafs are undergoing significant organizational changes, focusing on management structure and the integration of analytics in decision-making.

Toronto Maple Leafs

"More and more, as the year evolved, Keith Pelley wanted to inject himself into hockey operations" -- Darren Dreger on the Brad Treliving firing

Brad Treliving was dismissed as Maple Leafs GM due to a poor season and a shift in direction by ownership.

How deep will the organizational change go for the Maple Leafs? - Maple Leafs Notebook

The Maple Leafs are undergoing significant organizational changes, focusing on management structure and the integration of analytics in decision-making.

"More and more, as the year evolved, Keith Pelley wanted to inject himself into hockey operations" -- Darren Dreger on the Brad Treliving firing

Brad Treliving was dismissed as Maple Leafs GM due to a poor season and a shift in direction by ownership.

more#maple-leafs

NBPA calls for 65-game rule change, citing Cunningham's case

Cade Cunningham's eligibility for postseason awards is in doubt due to the 65-game rule, prompting calls for its amendment or abolition.

Dallas Cowboys

fromPro Football Rumors

Minor NFL Transactions: 3/17/26

NFL teams made roster moves including contract signings, suspensions, and trades involving defensive backs, offensive linemen, and practice squad players across multiple franchises.

Keith Pelley on whether the Leafs should tank harder than they are: "We won't do that... That changes the integrity of the Toronto Maple Leafs... If fans are angry with that, I respect that, but we will not tank"

Fan attendance is strong despite ticket price increases, and the team aims to improve competitiveness with foundational pieces and new leadership.

#wnba-collective-bargaining-agreement

Mariners, Colt Emerson Agree To Contract Extension

The deal guarantees Emerson $95MM and includes a club option for a ninth season, marking a record for a player who has not yet made his MLB debut.

Major League Baseball

fromwww.amny.com

WNBA, players' union reach verbal agreement on CBA to avoid lockout | amNewYork

The WNBA and WNBPA reached a verbal agreement on a new collective bargaining agreement that ties player salaries to league revenue for the first time, with average salaries exceeding $500,000 and significant increases across all salary tiers.

WNBA sees urgent need to reach new CBA by Monday to not impact season

WNBA commissioner Engelbert demands a new collective bargaining agreement by Monday to prevent disruptions to the 2026 preseason schedule, expansion draft, free agency, and college draft.

fromwww.amny.com

WNBA, players' union reach verbal agreement on CBA to avoid lockout | amNewYork

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WNBA sees urgent need to reach new CBA by Monday to not impact season

WNBA commissioner Engelbert demands a new collective bargaining agreement by Monday to prevent disruptions to the 2026 preseason schedule, expansion draft, free agency, and college draft.

Sources: Mariners, minor-leaguer Colt Emerson reach $95M extension

Colt Emerson signed an eight-year, $95 million extension, the largest for a player with zero MLB service time.

Chris Pronger Rips Leafs, Opens Door to Toronto: "I'm Willing to Talk to Anybody": Leafs Morning Take

Vegas Golden Knights fired Bruce Cassidy and hired John Tortorella, aiming for a playoff push with eight games remaining.

Dallas Cowboys

fromPro Football Rumors

NFL Announces 2026 Compensatory Picks

The NFL awarded 33 compensatory draft picks for 2026, distributed across Rounds 3-7 based on free agent losses, with Ravens, Eagles, and Steelers each receiving four picks.

Guardians' Clase, Ortiz moved to unpaid non-disciplinary leave

Cleveland Guardians pitchers Clase and Ortiz are on unpaid leave amid legal proceedings for alleged pitch-rigging, having pleaded not guilty to multiple charges.

Los Angeles Rams

fromwww.theguardian.com

#collective-bargaining-agreement

USL emails players about union resignation procedures as strike looms

The USL sent players instructions on crossing picket lines and resigning from the union after the USLPA authorized a strike over a stalled labor agreement.

33 Veterans With Looming Opt-Out Dates

The 2022-26 collective bargaining agreement established uniform opt-out dates for Article XX(B) free agents signing minor league deals, occurring five days before Opening Day, May 1, and June 1.

Soccer (FIFA)

USL, players to resume talks after CBA expires - sources

33 Veterans With Looming Opt-Out Dates

The 2022-26 collective bargaining agreement established uniform opt-out dates for Article XX(B) free agents signing minor league deals, occurring five days before Opening Day, May 1, and June 1.

more#collective-bargaining-agreement

Soccer (FIFA)

USL, players to resume talks after CBA expires - sources

Higher education

'Street agents' exploiting athletes in NIL deals, coaches warn

Unregulated "street agents" have proliferated in the NIL era, exploiting especially high school athletes by negotiating deals and charging fees without certification.

fromJays Journal

Insurance issues put Blue Jays pitcher's WBC aspirations on hold for a second time

José Berrios faced insurance approval delays preventing his participation in the World Baseball Classic with Puerto Rico, despite initial clearance announcements.

Adam Silver won't set deadline in WNBA labor negotiations

Adam Silver urges urgency as WNBA and Players' Association negotiate a new collective bargaining agreement to avoid jeopardizing the May 8 season opener.

National Football League

NFLPA lawyer reveals she was fired in wake of raising legal concerns

The NFLPA fired associate general counsel Heather McPhee on Dec. 30 after she sued the union and executives alleging a conspiracy to block her cooperation with a federal criminal inquiry.

Nine Teams Terminate Contracts With Main Street Sports

Nine MLB teams terminated contracts with Main Street Sports due to missed payments and financial distress; talks continue and some teams may rework deals.

Is MLB Parity Possible Without A Salary Cap?

Kyle Tucker signed with the Dodgers, intensifying calls for an MLB salary cap and floor amid strong public support and impending CBA negotiations.