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WNBA players opt out of CBA; stoppage possible

WNBA players have opted out of their current collective bargaining agreement and face the prospect of a work stoppage if they don't negotiate a new deal with the league by the end of the 2025 season.

Sports - ESPN - October 22

The Former N.B.A. Player Steering the Warriors Into a Crucial Season

Mike Dunleavy Jr.’s task as general manager? Maximize the final years of Stephen Curry’s legendary career.

Sports - The New York Times - October 22

Ex-Morocco, Marseille player Barrada dies at 35

Former Marseille midfielder Abdelaziz Barrada has died at the age of 35, the club said on Thursday, with the Moroccan federation (FRMF) describing his death as a "great tragedy."

Sports - ESPN - October 25

United players 'not happy' after Fenerbahce draw

Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana has branded their 1-1 draw with Fenerbahce in the Europa League "a big disappointment."

Sports - ESPN - October 25

The 11 N.B.A. Players Poised for Breakout Seasons

This feels like the year we might get a full campaign of peak Zion Williamson, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Sports - The New York Times - October 26

'The best in England' - Stokes backs batters after defeat

Captain Ben Stokes backs his batters after another collapse condemns England to series defeat in Pakistan.

Judge, Ohtani top Players Choice Award winners

Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge and Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani headline MLB's Players Choice Awards winners.

Sports - ESPN - October 26

Vinícius slams racist 'criminals' in Clásico loss

Vinícius Júnior has condemned racist insults aimed at Barcelona's players by fans during El Clásico as "terrible" after LaLiga said it was reporting the incident to police and hate crime prosecutors.

Sports - ESPN - October 28

A look at Phillies' free agents and arbitration players

Breaking down the Phillies' free agents and arbitration-eligible players this offseason.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 28

Is Cooper Flagg already the best player in men’s college basketball?

After a lot of number-crunching -- and debate for the No. 1 spot -- these are the names to watch this season.

Sports - ESPN - October 30

Wenger to host FIFA player welfare, burnout panel

FIFA is ready to host talks led by Arsène Wenger on improving player welfare that could weigh limiting the number of games played in a congested calendar and mandating off-season breaks.

Sports - ESPN - October 29

Rodri's success is win for team players and unsung heroes

Attackers have dominated the award, but Rodri showed what is possible for players in less glamorous positions.

Sports - ESPN - October 29

Mourinho left limping after collision with player

Fenerbahce coach Jose Mourinho has mocked himself after colliding with a player during a first-team training session on Thursday.

Sports - ESPN - November 2

The Top Players That Could Be on the Move at the N.F.L. Trade Deadline

There’s been a run of wide receivers dealt before the upcoming Nov. 5 trade deadline. But some lingering questions remain.

Sports - The New York Times - November 1

Which M.L.B. Players Were the Heroes of October?

Some of the game’s brightest fell flat and others lived up to expectations.

Sports - The New York Times - November 1

England will continue to back young players - Trescothick

England will continue to invest in youth despite a 12th defeat in 18 one-day internationals, says Marcus Trescothick.

'Players playing in pain' - Guardiola on injury 'emergency'

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says even fit players are in pain as they push themselves through the fixture schedule.

Henderson the 4th top-35 player headed to Duke

Shelton Henderson, one of the top-10 small forwards in the 2025 class, committed to Duke on Saturday giving the Blue Devils their fourth top-35 commit in the cycle.

Sports - ESPN - November 2

The Players and Teams to Watch Closely at the N.F.L. Trade Deadline

Many franchises are still deciding whether to be buyers or sellers.

Sports - The New York Times - November 2

ULM: OL coach's meltdown at player 'unacceptable'

UL Monroe said it would discipline assistant coach Cameron Blankenship for his "unacceptable" conduct after he made physical contact with a player on the sideline Saturday.

Sports - ESPN - 6 days ago

O'Brien and Harvey Share NCAA Player of the Month Honors

Casey O'Brien, Caroline Harvey, and Emilia Kyrkkö earned national honors for their October performances in the NCAA.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 2

Lightning strike kills player during match in Peru

Lightning killed a 34-year-old player and injured four others during a football match in the Peruvian Andes.

Sports - ESPN - 4 days ago

Lightning Strikes Soccer Team in Peru, Killing Player

A video of the incident shows a flash of light and then several players instantly dropping to the ground.

World - The New York Times - 4 days ago

When Soccer Players Turn Into Runway Models

Fashion has long been linked to soccer, offering the game’s biggest stars a chance to express themselves.

Sports - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Man Utd players will 'step up' for Amorim - Onana

Andre Onana says Manchester United's players will have 'no issue' adapting to Ruben Amorim's tactics.

NCAA makes CHL players eligible for Division I

The NCAA Division I council voted to make Canadian Hockey League players eligible in 2025, which could reshape the landscape of college and major junior hockey.

Sports - ESPN - Yesterday

Utd players want Van Nistelrooy to stay on - Onana

Ruud van Nistelrooy's future at Manchester United is up in the air ahead of the arrival of Ruben Amorim but André Onana said the players are keen for him to stay on.

Sports - ESPN - Yesterday

Can you name BBC Women's Footballer of Year winners?

As we mark the 10th year of BBC's Women's Footballer of the Year award, can you name all nine previous winners?

Hearts name ex-Blackpool boss Critchley as head coach

Heart of Midlothian appoint former Blackpool and Queens Park Rangers manager Neil Critchley as their head coach.

New NWSL franchise gets name: BOS Nation FC

Using an anagram for the term "Bostonian," the National Women's Soccer League's newest franchise unveiled its name on Tuesday: BOS Nation Football Club.

Sports - ESPN - October 16

National Women's Soccer League reveals name for new Boston team

BOS Nation will begin playing in the league in 2026. The expansion of the NWSL into Boston was first announced last September.

Sean "Diddy" Combs seeking release of names of his accusers

Lawyers for Sean 'Diddy' Combs have asked a New York judge to force prosecutors to disclose the names of his accusers in his sex trafficking case.

Why Naming a Foreign Soccer Coach Divides Opinion in England

England is set to appoint Thomas Tuchel as head coach. There’s already backlash from some about a German taking charge.

Sports - The New York Times - October 16

Niger drops French place names to honour local heroes

World - Yahoo News - October 16

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