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  • • Source: Peyton Manning receives his official Hall of Fame notification
    The Pro Football Hall of Fame has done a great job of keeping the identity of the new class of Hall of Fames secret for the last two weeks. In four nights, the names of up to eight new Hall of Famers will be revealed. At least one of them already has received official word [more]...2021
  • • Elaine’s Mailbag : Gabriel Carlsson, no bodychecking, and a shallow prospect pool
    Photo by Minas Panagiotakis/Getty Images Welcome to my first ever mailbag! Today I’ll answer questions pertaining to who might have their breakout year, what the AHL season might look like, the idea of no bodychecking in the OHL, and a whole lot more. Thanks for submitting questions and I look forward to doing this again in the future. ————————— I’m combining the first three questions because ...2020
  • • NASCAR Cup playoff at Texas still on hold because of rain
    The resumption of NASCAR's Cup playoff race in Texas was still on hold Monday because of more rain and a dreary forecast. There was no official word from NASCAR on when the race might proceed. Two drivers retiring from full-time NASCAR competition after this season, Clint Bowyer and seven-time Cup champion Jimmie Johnson, were running 1-2 Sunday when the race was halted....2020
  • • Saints officially rule out Michael Thomas
    There was never much sign that Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas would be in the lineup against the Packers on Sunday night and official word that he won’t play came on Friday afternoon. A high-ankle sprain will keep Thomas out of the lineup for the second straight week. Thomas has not practiced since suffering the [more]...2020
  • • NBA postseason expected to resume on Saturday
    With meetings between players and team owners scheduled to take place later Thursday, we’ll have to wait for official word from the NBA before locking anything in....2020
  • • 2021 World Baseball Classic Reportedly Canceled
    The fifth World Baseball Classic, which had been set to take place in March 2021, has been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic and will not be played, Enrique Rojas of ESPN Deportes reports. There’s no official word on the tournament’s cancellation or when it will next take place, although Hector Gomez of Z101 Deportes…...2020
  • • What's behind Liga MX's decision to suspend promotion and relegation?
    The coronavirus crisis has swept the globe over the last two months and caused a sense of uncertainty about the future. Liga MX is no different, but instead of waiting on the outcome of the crisis, the league has used the break to implement one of the most important changes in the Mexican game in recent times: The suspension of promotion and relegation for the next five years. The official word fr...2020
  • • Source: OL prospect Becton has talked failed test
    Projected first-round pick Mekhi Becton has talked to teams about a flagged drug test from the NFL combine, but is still awaiting official word, a source told ESPN's Josina Anderson....2020
  • • Sean Payton expects delayed start to offseason
    In an interview with Britney Eurton at Oaklawn Park (a horseracing track), Saints head coach Sean Payton expressed skepticism that the new league year would begin as scheduled given the current status of COVID-19. “Most immediately the start of our league year… that’s going to be, I think, pushed back.” Payton currently serves on the NFL’s competition committee and is one of the most highly respec...2020
  • • Conference Tournaments Canceled, No Official Word on March Madness
    Less than a day after it was revealed that this year’s NCAA men’s and women’s basketball tournaments would be held without spectators in the stands, the landscape of the North American sports scene has shifted dramatically. Late Wednesday night, the NBA announced its plans to suspend the 2019-20 campaign. Multiple NCAA conference followed suit on […] The post Conference Tou...2020

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  • • What's behind Liga MX's decision to suspend promotion and relegation?
    The coronavirus crisis has swept the globe over the last two months and caused a sense of uncertainty about the future. Liga MX is no different, but instead of waiting on the outcome of the crisis, the league has used the break to implement one of the most important changes in the Mexican game in recent times: The suspension of promotion and relegation for the next five years. The official word fr...2020
  • • Conference Tournaments Canceled, No Official Word on March Madness
    Less than a day after it was revealed that this year’s NCAA men’s and women’s basketball tournaments would be held without spectators in the stands, the landscape of the North American sports scene has shifted dramatically. Late Wednesday night, the NBA announced its plans to suspend the 2019-20 campaign. Multiple NCAA conference followed suit on […] The post Conference Tou...2020
  • • Colorado Avalanche edge Detroit Red Wings 2-1, Michael Hutchinson gets first win
    Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images As injuries pile up the Avalanche just keep stacking wins Heading into this game the Colorado Avalanche had won a franchise record eight straight road games and looking to add another to the streak. The struggling Detroit Red Wings were in their sights but several injury updates right before game time made this matchup more difficult than it presented on pap...2020
  • • Justin Herbert, Jordan Love, Jacob Eason plan to throw at Combine
    Joe Burrow has more to lose than gain by throwing at the Combine. While there’s no official word on whether the LSU quarterback will workout this week, it would come as a surprise if he did. Alabama’s Tua Tagovailoa still is rehabbing from hip surgery and isn’t ready to throw yet. He hopes to do [more]...2020
  • • Marcus Mariota suffers stinger, questionable to return
    Tennessee Titans quarterback Marcus Mariota did not return for the start of the second half after suffering an apparent injury. Mariota went down late in the first half against the Washington Redskins after appearing to fall hard on his elbow. Even after the halftime break, there was no sign of Mariota on the sideline, as backup Blaine Gabbert was sent out to warm up for the second half. Official ...2018
  • • Leonard Fournette expects to play next week
    Leonard Fournette’s hamstring injury does not sound particularly serious.The Jacksonville Jaguars running back missed the second half of his team’s win over the New York Giants after tweaking his hamstring, but after the game, he told ESPN’s Josina Anderson that he felt fine and intends to play next week in the home opener against the New England Patriots. Obviously we haven’t heard official word ...2018
  • • Quick Hits: Soria, Renfroe, Gordon, Stanton
    Joakim Soria suffered a mild right groin strain during the Brewers’ ninth-inning meltdown against the Padres today. Soria walked off the mound with an apparent injury after allowing a go-ahead grand slam to Hunter Renfroe. According to Adam McCalvy of MLB.com, the malady was later described as a mild right groin strain. There’s no official word…...2018
  • • WATCH: Klay Thompson leaves Game 1 of NBA Finals with apparent knee injury
    In what could be a series-altering situation, Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson left the first quarter of Game 1 of the NBA Finals with what appears to be a knee injury.Here, we will see Thompson undercut by Cleveland Cavaliers guard J.R. Smith early in the first quarter Thursday night in Oakland.The injury itself does not look good. There was no official word from Golden State on the sign...2018
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    2018
  • • Injury Notes: Kiermaier, Zunino, Iwakuma, Hosmer, Pomeranz
    Rays center fielder Kevin Kiermaier suffered a right thumb sprain during today’s game against the Phillies. He’ll get an MRI on Monday, says manager Kevin Cash (h/t Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times). There’s no official word yet as to the severity, but Cash says that “he’s going to be out” and that “there’s a chance he’s going to miss a chunk of time.” On Sunday, Johnny Field replaced Kiermaier ...2018

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  • • Report: Patriots teammates have spoken to Brady about 2018
    According to Adam Schefter, we don’t even know if Tom Brady is going to suit up in 2018.“The lack of any official word from Brady, either privately or publicly, has left some to admit that, while they do believe he will play in 2018, they cannot say that for sure.“There’s no question that Brady wants to play football, but he turns 41 in August, wants to spend more time with his family, and there a...2018

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  • • Elaine’s Mailbag : Gabriel Carlsson, no bodychecking, and a shallow prospect pool
    Photo by Minas Panagiotakis/Getty Images Welcome to my first ever mailbag! Today I’ll answer questions pertaining to who might have their breakout year, what the AHL season might look like, the idea of no bodychecking in the OHL, and a whole lot more. Thanks for submitting questions and I look forward to doing this again in the future. ————————— I’m combining the first three questions because ...2020
  • • Colorado Avalanche edge Detroit Red Wings 2-1, Michael Hutchinson gets first win
    Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images As injuries pile up the Avalanche just keep stacking wins Heading into this game the Colorado Avalanche had won a franchise record eight straight road games and looking to add another to the streak. The struggling Detroit Red Wings were in their sights but several injury updates right before game time made this matchup more difficult than it presented on pap...2020
  • • Guard Chasson Randle being blocked by Chinese team in bid to return to NBA
    The coronavirus outbreak continues to have an impact on the international basketball world, with ESPN’s Jonathan Givony reporting that guard Chasson Randle is among the players affected by the hiatus imposed by the Chinese Basketball Association. Agent Darrell Comer tells Givony that Randle has twice tried to sign a 10-day contract with an NBA team since returning stateside last month. However, hi...2020
  • • Chase Young officially enters the draft
    There’s been plenty of talk for months about where Chase Young will be playing in the NFL in 2020, but all of that chatter came before Young officially put his name into this year’s draft pool. As of Friday, however, there’s no more need to wait for official word. Young provided it with a social [more]...2020
  • • Ask PFW: Spring football fever
    2018
  • • Injury Notes: Kiermaier, Zunino, Iwakuma, Hosmer, Pomeranz
    Rays center fielder Kevin Kiermaier suffered a right thumb sprain during today’s game against the Phillies. He’ll get an MRI on Monday, says manager Kevin Cash (h/t Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times). There’s no official word yet as to the severity, but Cash says that “he’s going to be out” and that “there’s a chance he’s going to miss a chunk of time.” On Sunday, Johnny Field replaced Kiermaier ...2018
  • • Giannis Antetokounmpo offered to help save Jason Kidd’s job
    Giannis Antetokounmpo was apparently willing to go the extra mile in order to keep Jason Kidd as the head coach of the Milwaukee BucksKidd told ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne on Monday that Antetokounmpo called him and offered to help save his job before Kidd got official word of the firing. Kidd also revealed further details of his conversation with Antetokounmpo. Kidd had served as Bucks head coach for...2018
  • • What's next for Maitan, other free agents?
    For weeks, rumors and whispers swirled about what penalties the Atlanta Braves would incur based on violations of baseball's rules on signing international amateur free agents. Official word was handed down on Tuesday afternoon, and the consequences are severe....2017
  • Ask PFW: Fixing the defense, trade possibilities and more
    • Ask PFW: Fixing the defense, trade possibilities and more
    What an incredible finish against Houston. If that’s a microcosm of what the season will be like it will be a roller coaster of a ride. That said, my question is, with the current roster, which side of the ball should be easier to fix. The offensive line in trying to protect Tom Brady and create running avenues, or the defensive line in getting pressure on the quarterback and getting off the field...2017
  • • Browns reportedly bidding to host NFL Drafts in Canton
    There’s no official word on where the 2018 NFL Draft will be held after Philadelphia hosted it this year. That came following a two-year run in which Chicago received the honors to host the annual event.What we do know is that the Cleveland Browns have entered into the bidding to host the 2019 and 2020 NFL Drafts in Canton, the site of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Now, wouldn’t that be pretty aw...2017

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  • • Colorado Avalanche edge Detroit Red Wings 2-1, Michael Hutchinson gets first win
    Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images As injuries pile up the Avalanche just keep stacking wins Heading into this game the Colorado Avalanche had won a franchise record eight straight road games and looking to add another to the streak. The struggling Detroit Red Wings were in their sights but several injury updates right before game time made this matchup more difficult than it presented on pap...2020
  • • Amazing stats accurately illustrate Tom Seaver's utter dominance
    Thursday was a sad day for the New York Mets and all of baseball. It was announced that Hall of Famer Tom Seaver was recently diagnosed with dementia. The Franchise will still work at his California vineyard, but he’s now officially retiring from public life. The former ace had been showing up less often in Queens and Cooperstown in recent years, so this isn’t a complete shock. However, it doesn’t...2019
  • • A’s ace Sean Manaea has rotator cuff tendinitis
    The official word on Sean Manaea is in, and while it’s not great news for Oakland, it could be a lot worse.Manaea has been diagnosed with rotator cuff tendinitis and is now out indefinitely. Manaea, best known for throwing a no-hitter against the Red Sox in April, experienced discomfort in his shoulder when playing catch before Sunday’s game. He went for an MRI and then received a second opinion o...2018
  • • Ask PFW: Spring football fever
    2018
  • • Warriors' Stephen Curry will not play Saturday night
    The Golden State Warriors will not have two-time MVP Stephen Curry back on the court after a five-plus week hiatus when they take on the New Orleans Pelicans in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals Saturday night. Having missed substantial action with a sprained MCL, there’s no official word yet on whether Curry will play Game 2 on Tuesday evening, but Warriors head coach Steve Kerr did say...2018
  • • Ask PFW: Fixing the defense, trade possibilities and more
    What an incredible finish against Houston. If that’s a microcosm of what the season will be like it will be a roller coaster of a ride. That said, my question is, with the current roster, which side of the ball should be easier to fix. The offensive line in trying to protect Tom Brady and create running avenues, or the defensive line in getting pressure on the quarterback and getting off the field...2017
  • • DiBenedetto to Sit Out Texas Race With Possible Concussion, Earnhardt to Fill in
    By Toby Christie, NASCAR Editor FORT WORTH, Texas — After a crash in Saturday’s O’Reilly Auto Parts Challenge, NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver Matt DiBenedetto has been placed in concussion protocol. As a result, DiBenedetto will sit out Sunday’s AAA Texas 500. BK Racing has announced via Twitter, that Jeffrey Earnhardt, who drove for the team in Talladega, will be behind the wheel on Sunday. Ear...2016
  • • Joique Bell Released by Lions: Latest Details, Comments and Reaction
    2016
  • • Detroit Lions Have No Answer for Kansas City Chiefs Offense
    2015
  • • Eddie Lacy, James Starks Post-Week 6 Fantasy Advice
    2015

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  • • Elaine’s Mailbag : Gabriel Carlsson, no bodychecking, and a shallow prospect pool
    2020
  • • Report: Cowboys players, coaches still in the dark about Jason Garrett
    The Dallas Cowboys have yet to make any announcements about Jason Garrett’s job status now almost a week after the regular season ended, and it does not sound like members of the team know any more about the situation than the general public at this point. Garrett is still expected to part ways with the Cowboys, but Jerry Jones and the team’s front office reportedly have not given any official wor...2020
  • • Ask PFW: Spring football fever
    2018
  • • Tom Brady hasn't committed to 2018 yet
    The New England Patriots are coming off a heartbreaking Super Bowl loss. But it’s widely expected that quarterback Tom Brady will suit up for the 2018 season. However, recent reports indicate that he has yet to commit to that. Per ESPN’s Adam Schefter:“The lack of any official word from Brady, either privately or publicly, has left some to admit that, while they do believe he will play in 2018, th...2018
  • • Report: Patriots teammates have spoken to Brady about 2018
    2018
  • • Tony Romo to compete in PGA Tour tournament in March
    Now that he’s retired from playing professional football former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo can enjoy the finer things in life. Apparently, that now includes taking part in an official PGA Tour event in the Dominican Republic late next month.Official word came down Wednesday that Romo will compete in his first ever PGA-sanctioned event. And he couldn’t be happier.“As a professional athlet...2018
  • • Jose Reyes: Latest News, Speculation on Rockies Shortstop's Potential Suspension
    2016
  • • NBA Free Agency: Latest Buzz Surrounding the Top Players
    2015
  • • Do Atlanta Hawks Stand a Chance vs. Cavaliers Without DeMarre Carroll?
    2015
  • • White Sox vs. Orioles: Score and Twitter Reaction for Closed-to-the-Public Game
    2015

Top Official Word news

  • • Lamar Odom on Life Support But Showing ‘Responsiveness’
    2015
  • • Coldplay to Perform at Halftime of Super Bowl 50: Comments and Reaction
    2015
  • • Under Armour Honors Stephen Curry with MVP Colorway of Curry One
    2015
  • • DeMar DeRozan Injury: Updates on Raptors Star's Groin and Return
    2014
  • • Why the NBA Dunk Contest Will Return to Awesomeness in 2015
    2015
  • • Chris Bosh Could Reportedly Miss Rest of Season with Blood Clots on Lungs
    2015
  • • Hunter Pence Injury: Updates on Giants Star's Arm and Return
    2015
  • The NBA’s Logo Might be Appearing on Upcoming Nike Silhouettes
    • The NBA’s Logo Might be Appearing on Upcoming Nike Silhouettes
    No official word yet but it looks like the League's partnership with the Swoosh extends to sneakers. The post The NBA’s Logo Might be Appearing on Upcoming Nike Silhouettes appeared first on SLAMonline....2017
  • • Ask PFW: Fixing the defense, trade possibilities and more
    2017
  • • NFL Considering Changes to Officiating Protocol for Playoffs
    2015
  • • White Sox To Retire Mark Buehrle’s Number
    The White Sox are set to retire Mark Buehrle’s #56 jersey this summer, the team announced. As Dan Hayes of CSN Chicago notes on Twitter, that would appear to suggest the the lefty himself is also hanging up his spikes for good — though there’s been no official word to that effect as of yet. Last…...2017
  • • Pierre Thomas: Latest News, Rumors and Speculation on Free-Agent RB
    2015
  • • Mariners To Place Jesus Montero On Waivers?
    While there is no official word on the matter, it appears that the Mariners have placed Jesus Montero on waivers, as Bob Dutton of The News Tribune writes.  The Mariners declined to speak about Montero’s status on Sunday morning, but his locker in the clubhouse was empty. When asked about Montero’s whereabouts, manager Scott Servais…...2016
  • • Chase Young officially enters the draft
    2020

Official Word fantasy rankings and news

  • • Eddie Lacy, James Starks Post-Week 6 Fantasy Advice
    2015
  • • Kirk Cousins, DeSean Jackson Fantasy Outlook After Robert Griffin III Concussion
    2015
  • • 'Who Needs Reality?': Excellent Fantasy Football Starts for Week 14
    2014
  • • 'Who Needs Reality?': Excellent Fantasy Football Starts for Week 13
    2014
  • • 'Who Needs Reality?': Excellent Fantasy Football Starts for Week 12
    2014
  • • Trent Richardson's Fantasy Scouting Report Following Ahmad Bradshaw's Injury
    2014
  • • 'Who Needs Reality?': Excellent Fantasy Football Starts for Week 11
    2014
  • • 'Who Needs Reality?': Excellent Fantasy Football Starts for Week 10
    2014
  • • Excellent Fantasy Football Starts for Week 9 in the NFL
    2014
  • • Excellent Fantasy Football Starts for Week 9 in the NFL
    2014

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  • • Elaine’s Mailbag : Gabriel Carlsson, no bodychecking, and a shallow prospect pool
    2020
  • • NASCAR Cup playoff at Texas still on hold because of rain
    2020
  • • Saints officially rule out Michael Thomas
    2020
  • • NBA postseason expected to resume on Saturday
    2020
  • • Sean Payton expects delayed start to offseason
    2020
  • • Colorado Avalanche edge Detroit Red Wings 2-1, Michael Hutchinson gets first win
    2020
  • • Marcus Mariota suffers stinger, questionable to return
    2018
  • • Astros, Round Rock Set To Announce Affiliate Agreement
    The Triple-A Round Rock franchise has scheduled a press conference on Thursday night. While there’s still no official word, every indication has been that the Astros will be moving their top affiliate to Round Rock. MLB.com’s Brian McTaggart was among those to tweet that the Houston organization will indeed be formalizing an arrangement to bring…...2018
  • • Ask PFW: Spring football fever
    2018
  • • Warriors' Stephen Curry will not play Saturday night
    2018

Official Word rumors, scandals, hoax

  • • Mariners abuzz over Ichiro's pending arrival
    Ichiro Suzuki didn't arrive at Mariners camp on Tuesday, to the disappointment of about 50 Japanese journalists stationed at the gate of the team's parking lot outside their Peoria Sports Complex. Nor did the Mariners have any official word on the imminent re-signing of their former star after he took a physical in Seattle on Monday....2018
  • • What's next for Maitan, other free agents?
    2017
  • • NBA Free Agency: Latest Buzz Surrounding the Top Players
    2015
  • • Why the NBA Dunk Contest Will Return to Awesomeness in 2015
    2015
  • • NFL Playoff Odds 2014-15: Can't-Miss Picks and Predictions for Wild Card Weekend
    2014
  • • 'Who Needs Reality?': Excellent Fantasy Football Starts for Week 14
    2014

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