The New England Revolution has announced the signing of experienced goalkeeper Alex Bono on a contract running through 2026. Bono, 30, comes to New England after two seasons with D.C. United, bringing a wealth of MLS experience. Since being drafted by Toronto FC in 2015 as the sixth overall pick, he has made 169 league appearances and recorded 33 clean sheets across his time with Toronto and D.C.
Sporting director Curt Onalfo praised Bono’s addition, highlighting his proven track record and leadership qualities. Onalfo specifically noted Bono’s pivotal role in Toronto FC’s historic treble-winning season in 2017, emphasizing that his championship pedigree will bring valuable qualities to the Revolution as they prepare for the upcoming season. Onalfo expressed excitement for Bono’s arrival as preseason training kicks off in January.
Alex Bono (New England Revolution)
Bono’s MLS success is complemented by his international experience, having earned one cap with the US men’s national team. His signing strengthens the Revolution’s goalkeeping options and adds much-needed stability as the team seeks to rebound from a disappointing 2024 season. Under new head coach Caleb Porter, the Revolution struggled, finishing 14th in the Eastern Conference with 31 points and missing out on the MLS Cup Playoffs.
Aljaž Ivačič, who joined the Revolution midseason from the Portland Timbers, served as the team’s starting goalkeeper last season. Bono’s arrival sets up a competitive environment for the starting spot in 2025, as the Revolution aims to improve their defensive structure and return to playoff contention.
The New England Revolution have signed 27-year-old defender Tanner Beason through 2026, with an option for 2027. Beason is the team’s third center-back addition of the offseason, joining Brayan Ceballos from Fortaleza in Brazil and Mamadou Fofana from Amiens SC in France. These acquisitions aim to address New England’s defensive vulnerabilities.
Addressing Defensive Struggles from Previous Season
The Revolution struggled defensively in 2024, conceding 74 goals, the third-most in MLS history. The team finished 14th in the Eastern Conference and missed the playoffs. Sporting director Curt Onalfo emphasized Beason’s experience as a valuable asset in improving the team’s defensive resilience ahead of the new season.
Tanner Beason (New England Revolution)
Beason spent five seasons with the San Jose Earthquakes, making 121 appearances and providing two assists. A 2020 MLS SuperDraft first-round pick from Stanford University, he has proven himself as a dependable, well-rounded defender. His addition brings MLS experience and stability to New England’s evolving backline.
Praise from Sporting Director and Head Coach
Curt Onalfo and head coach Caleb Porter highlighted Beason’s adaptability and consistency. Porter described Beason as a steady contributor on both sides of the ball, complementing international recruits Ceballos and Fofana. Together, the trio represents the foundation of the team’s defensive rebuild.
New England’s 2025 campaign begins February 22 against Nashville SC. The team’s defensive overhaul, featuring Beason and other additions, signals their determination to improve and compete for a playoff spot. These strategic moves reflect the Revolution’s focus on addressing last season’s weaknesses and building a stronger future.
Inter Miami CF has finalized the transfer of forward Leonardo Campana to the New England Revolution in exchange for a record $2.5 million in General Allocation Money (GAM), divided between 2025 and 2026. Additionally, the club secured international roster slots for both 2025 and 2026, with the potential for an additional $750,000 in GAM if performance-based incentives are met. The deal also includes a sell-on percentage for any future sale of Campana, marking a strategic move for Inter Miami as it prepares for the upcoming seasons.
Campana’s Legacy with Inter Miami
Leonardo Campana has been a key figure for Inter Miami since joining in 2022, achieving significant milestones in his tenure. He became one of just three players in the club’s history to surpass 100 appearances, amassing 32 goals and 10 assists across all competitions. Campana’s contributions were instrumental in shaping the club’s history, as he played a pivotal role during a transformative period that saw Inter Miami clinch its first two major titles.
Leonardo Campana (Inter Miami CF)
Campana was a crucial player in Inter Miami’s historic Leagues Cup 2023 and Supporters’ Shield 2024 victories. During the 2023 Leagues Cup, he provided an assist in seven appearances, helping the team secure its first trophy. In 2024, Campana delivered eight goals and three assists in 30 MLS matches, driving the team to its best regular season yet. Inter Miami not only claimed the Supporters’ Shield but also set an MLS single-season points record with 74 points.
Gratitude and Future Prospects
Inter Miami’s leadership expressed gratitude for Campana’s contributions, acknowledging his role in the club’s growth and success. President of Football Operations Raúl Sanllehí highlighted Campana’s impact on the club’s historic achievements and emphasized how the allocation money will help strengthen the roster for the 2025 season. The transfer represents an opportunity for both Campana to continue his career elsewhere and Inter Miami to further develop its team strategically.
The trade details reveal Inter Miami’s focus on future growth and financial strategy. Along with the $2.5 million GAM, the acquisition of 2025 and 2026 international roster slots positions the club to attract talent and maintain roster flexibility. The retention of a sell-on percentage ensures that Inter Miami could benefit financially from Campana’s success with the New England Revolution or in subsequent transfers. This strategic move highlights the club’s commitment to long-term success in MLS.
Novak Djokovic pushed through various challenges to continue his chase for a record 25th Grand Slam title in the Australian Open quarterfinals. He faced a problem with his left leg, an early deficit, and a determined opponent in Carlos Alcaraz, who was also trying to make his own mark in history.
Djokovic overcame it all, as he has done many times before, moving into the semifinals at Melbourne Park for the 12th time with a 4-6, 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 win over Alcaraz in a thrilling match that lasted more than 3 1/2 hours. The two players, 16 years apart in age, gave the crowd an unforgettable contest.
“I just wish that this match today was the final,” Djokovic said. “One of the most epic matches I’ve played on this court. On any court.”
The match was non-stop, filled with brilliant shots, especially during a 33-shot rally in the fourth set when Alcaraz saved a break point. The long rally ended with Djokovic hitting a forehand out, but Alcaraz couldn’t maintain the momentum, and Djokovic eventually took control.
“I felt like I was controlling the match, and I let him get into the match again,” Alcaraz said. “When Novak is at this level, it’s really difficult.”
Djokovic showed his determination as he celebrated points with his usual gestures—pointing to his ear, blowing kisses, or spreading his arms. One of the most impressive moments was a forehand winner on a 22-stroke rally that gave Djokovic a 5-3 lead in the third set. Alcaraz had his moments too, particularly after a powerful forehand in the fourth set when he yelled “Vamos!” and pumped his fists.
When the match ended, Djokovic celebrated with his team, hugging his coach, Andy Murray, and then applauding Alcaraz as he left the court.
“I’m sure we are going to see a lot of him,” Djokovic said. “Maybe not as much as I would like.”
Carlos Alcaraz waves after the match
Next, Djokovic will face No. 2 seed Alexander Zverev in the semifinals on Friday. Zverev reached the semifinals by defeating No. 12 Tommy Paul 7-6 (1), 7-6 (0), 2-6, 6-1. Djokovic hopes to recover and be fully ready for the challenge.
This match was the eighth meeting between Djokovic and Alcaraz, but the first at the Australian Open and the first outside a semifinal or final. Zverev described it as “a clash of generations” between two of the best players ever to play the sport.
At 37, Djokovic is no longer in his prime, but his achievements are unmatched—10 Australian Open titles and 24 Grand Slam singles titles. At 21, Alcaraz is still developing, but he has already broken records, such as being the first teenager to reach No. 1 in the ATP rankings and winning major titles on three different surfaces.
Alcaraz has his sights set on completing a career Grand Slam by winning in Australia, adding to his titles from Wimbledon, the U.S. Open, and the French Open. Djokovic, on the other hand, focused on winning Olympic gold for Serbia in 2024, having already won the title at the Paris Games last summer, where he defeated Alcaraz in the final.
“Every time that we play against each other, I think a show is guaranteed,” Alcaraz said. “I’m just lucky I get to live this experience.”
While preparing for the match, Djokovic had been upset about some remarks made by an Australian TV commentator and refused to speak to the official broadcaster. He received an apology from the channel and was ready to focus on the game.
However, during the match, Djokovic experienced pain in his left thigh, which forced him to take a medical timeout. After receiving treatment, he returned with his thigh taped and managed to win the second set. Djokovic credited painkillers for helping him feel better and maintain his level of play.
The match took place in front of a full crowd, with the atmosphere being intense. Fans cheered and gasped during the spectacular rallies, and the players showed off their incredible skills, despite the windy and cooler conditions.
Both players tracked down difficult shots and went from defense to offense with impressive winners. Alcaraz showcased drop shots, while Djokovic made incredible returns, including two winners that sealed the second set.
Despite Alcaraz’s strong play, it was Djokovic who emerged victorious on this remarkable night.
Utah Hockey Club center Clayton Keller moves the puck against the Winnipeg Jets during the first period of an NHL hockey game
Utah captain Clayton Keller left the ice just a minute into the second period against the Winnipeg Jets on Tuesday night after a puck hit him in the face.
A shot from his teammate Michael Kesselring was deflected high, and the puck struck Keller in the face. He immediately removed his helmet, skated off the ice, and went straight to the locker room.
Keller returned to the ice with 4:40 remaining in the second period, showing signs of swelling and a cut above his eye. He helped set up Utah’s first goal of the game just 40 seconds later and later scored an empty-net goal in a 5-2 victory over the Jets.
“I got lucky,” Keller said after the game, sporting a dozen stitches and a bruised eyelid. “It didn’t catch my eye. It was so fast, you don’t feel much. But I tried to look through my eye and I knew I could, so I wasn’t really too worried after that.”
Utah Hockey Club and Calgary Flames
Keller’s quick return and tough performance helped shift momentum in Utah’s favor, leading to their second straight home victory to finish off a seven-game homestand.
“Coming back without hesitation, without a doubt in his head — that was great,” said Utah coach Andre Tourigny.
Keller has been on a strong run, with 10 goals and 20 assists in his last 22 games. He had one goal and three assists in Utah’s 4-2 win over St. Louis on Saturday, matching his career-high of four points in a game. Keller leads the expansion team in both points (50) and assists (34) this season.
Ian Schieffelin is struggling with back and calf issues, limiting his ability to practice, but he plans to play for Clemson when they face Syracuse in Atlantic Coast Conference action on Wednesday in Clemson, S.C.
More than two months into the season, Schieffelin’s injuries have kept him from practicing on non-game days. He only practiced for a few minutes on Friday but still managed to post a double-double with 15 points and 11 rebounds in Saturday’s 78-75 overtime win at Pitt.
“Ian’s just been a warrior,” said Clemson coach Brad Brownell about the fifth-year senior, who is averaging 13.0 points, 10.1 rebounds, and 3.2 assists. “I don’t know that (his practice schedule) will be much different here for a while. … Crossing my fingers that everything is going to be fine. But he’s a tough kid.”
Chase Hunter, another long-time player for Clemson (15-4, 7-1 ACC), scored 20 points in the win over Pitt, including five 3-pointers, helping the Tigers win their sixth game in seven attempts.
No. 25 Clemson and South Carolina
Hunter and Schieffelin will be key targets for the Syracuse defense, which has allowed an average of 77.6 points per game this season. However, the Orange held Notre Dame to 42.1 percent shooting and just five 3-pointers in a 77-69 win on Saturday.
“You couldn’t tell whatever our record was,” Syracuse coach Adrian Autry said. “These guys came out here, they played hard, they played tough and that’s how it has to be going forward.”
Syracuse (9-9, 3-4) trailed by as much as 17 points before fighting back behind J.J. Starling (21 points), Eddie Lampkin Jr. (13 points, 11 rebounds), and Kyle Cuffe Jr. (13 points, 10-of-10 free throws).
“(It) was big time because we could have easily given up, but I’m very proud of this group of guys,” Starling said. “We just kept fighting, and we didn’t lay down.”
This will be the only meeting between the two teams this season. Last year, Clemson won both matchups, with Schieffelin averaging 14.5 points on 10-of-10 shooting in those games.
Georgia Tech will host Virginia Tech in an Atlantic Coast Conference game on Wednesday in Atlanta, as both teams try to get closer to a .500 record.
Georgia Tech (8-11, 2-6 ACC) is struggling and short-handed, having lost four straight games while missing several key players. In their 91-78 loss at Florida State on Saturday, the Yellow Jackets only had six players available due to injuries.
Kowacie Reeves Jr. (9.3 points per game), Luke O’Brien (6.4 ppg, 4.4 rebounds per game), and Jaeden Mustaf (9.1 ppg) were all unavailable for Georgia Tech on Saturday.
Despite the missing players, Georgia Tech coach Damon Stoudamire refuses to make excuses going into Wednesday’s game.
“The game isn’t all physical. You’ve got to become better mentally,” Stoudamire said. “I think that we make a big deal out of certain things. Here’s the reality. You can play six or seven guys and win. I believe we can win games. The one thing you’ll never hear from me is an excuse about injuries.”
Slow starts have been a problem for Georgia Tech during its four-game losing streak. In their losses to Syracuse, SMU, Clemson, and Florida State, the Yellow Jackets have averaged just 23 points in the first half. Stoudamire knows this is something his team needs to fix.
Duke’s Cooper Flagg, right, attempts a shot ahead of Virginia Tech’s Jaden Schutt, left, during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Durham
“I think that our slow starts are a byproduct of not taking the shots that are there at times,” Stoudamire said. “I think that we play well enough on defense to be in games early, but we haven’t scored the ball. We’ve got to take the shots.”
Lance Terry leads the team with 15.8 points per game, while Javian McCollum scores 12.9 points per game. Baye Ndongo contributes 11.5 points and 7.4 rebounds per game for Georgia Tech.
Virginia Tech (8-10, 3-4) saw a two-game winning streak come to an end with a 72-63 loss to Wake Forest on Saturday. The Hokies, who are aiming to avoid their first losing season in a decade, struggled with passing and ball protection against the Demon Deacons.
“That’s so disgusting. Nine assists to 14 turnovers. That’s hard to see,” said coach Mike Young. “We’ve never played that way. You can’t play that way and win.”
Tobi Lawal has been a standout for Virginia Tech, recording consecutive double-doubles. He leads the team with 12.4 points and 6.5 rebounds per game. Mylyjael Poteat adds 10.6 points per game for the Hokies.
Indiana aims for its first win over Northwestern since 2021
Indiana hopes to get back on track after suffering two consecutive 25-point losses.
The Hoosiers head into Wednesday’s game against Northwestern in Evanston, Ill., following a 77-76 overtime win against Ohio State. Indiana remains in the race for a top-four seed and a bye into the Big Ten tournament quarterfinals in March.
“We’ve played some pretty good basketball and had some good stretches,” said Indiana coach Mike Woodson.
As for the disappointing performances?
“You just have to stay away from games like that,” Woodson added.
Indiana (14-5, 5-3 Big Ten) benefited from standout performances, such as Luke Goode’s career-high 23 points in the win over Ohio State on Friday. Woodson also praised contributions from several reserves who helped keep the team in the game.
After seeing limited action in back-to-back blowout losses to Iowa and No. 19 Illinois, sophomore transfer Kanaan Carlyle stepped up with 13 points in a career-high 36 minutes.
“I just hope he bottles it up and carries it forward,” Woodson said.
UConn vs Northwestern (NCAAB)
Northwestern (11-7, 2-5) has struggled recently, losing four of its last five games. The Wildcats have gone into overtime in their last two games, including a tough 80-76 loss at No. 20 Michigan on Sunday.
Jalen Leach scored 19 points to support team leaders Brooks Barnhizer (21) and Nick Martinelli (20) before being ejected for a flagrant 2 foul.
“There’s a lot of pressure on Brooks and Nick, and I know that’s because of what they’ve done and the attention that’s placed on those guys every game to try to take them out of the game,” said Northwestern coach Chris Collins.
Collins also praised Leach and Ty Berry, who has scored in double figures in back-to-back games after only five points in three consecutive losses to open January.
“We’ve got to get more,” Collins said. “We’ve got to find some production from our bigs. We’ve got to find some production from our freshmen because we’ve got to do our best to try to take the pressure off Brooks and Nick.”
Northwestern has won the last four matchups against Indiana but trails the all-time series 119-57. The Hoosiers are looking for their first win against the Wildcats since February 10, 2021, in Evanston.
CJ McCollum scored six of his 45 points in overtime, helping the New Orleans Pelicans set a franchise record by coming back from a 25-point deficit to defeat the Utah Jazz 123-119 on Monday night.
Dejounte Murray scored 26 points and recorded 11 assists, Trey Murphy III added 24 points, and Jordan Hawkins chipped in 18 for the Pelicans, who had previously beaten the Jazz 136-123 on Friday night.
Keyonte George led Utah with 23 points. Isaiah Collier scored 20 points and 11 assists, Walker Kessler had 19 points and 13 rebounds, and Svi Mykhailiuk also scored 19 points.
McCollum opened the overtime scoring with a layup, and he added four more points to give the Pelicans a 118-113 lead. George responded with a layup and two free throws, cutting the deficit to one with 49.7 seconds left, but Murphy answered with a 3-pointer, sealing the win for New Orleans.
Utah started strong, scoring the first 14 points of the game. They led 38-19 after the first quarter and had their largest lead at 46-21 early in the second quarter. They were ahead by 20 points at halftime.
Celtics 125, Warriors 85
Jayson Tatum led six Boston players in double figures with a game-high 22 points as the Celtics dominated Golden State in San Francisco on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Kristaps Porzingis contributed 18 points, and Jaylen Brown scored 17 for Boston. The Warriors had not lost by 40 points at home since January 15, 1985. Stephen Curry led Golden State with 18 points but struggled, shooting 4-for-12 from 3-point range.
Golden State struggled overall, shooting only 34.8 percent from the field and 26.4 percent from three, making just 14 of 53 attempts. Andrew Wiggins had a tough night, missing all four of his 3-point shots and finishing with just one field goal on 11 attempts for four points.
Pistons 107, Rockets 96
Cade Cunningham scored 19 of his game-high 32 points in the third quarter, and Jalen Duren added a perfect 16 points from 8-for-8 shooting along with 14 rebounds, helping Detroit beat Houston.
Cunningham also recorded nine rebounds and seven assists, though he committed 10 turnovers. Duren added four steals and two blocks. The Pistons snapped a two-game losing streak.
Fred VanVleet led Houston with 20 points and tied his season-high with six steals. Jalen Green contributed 19 points, but the Rockets lost their second game in three outings.
Hornets 110, Mavericks 105
LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges each scored 23 points, and Charlotte defeated Dallas to secure its first three-game win streak of the season.
Nick Smith Jr. added 19 points, and Mark Williams scored 10 of his 13 points in the fourth quarter. The Hornets made 17 3-pointers in the game. Reserves Moussa Diabate and Cody Martin each contributed 10 points.
Kyrie Irving led Dallas with 33 points, and Daniel Gafford scored a season-high 31 points. However, Dallas struggled in the final six minutes, scoring only five points and shooting just 18.8 percent (6-for-32) from three-point range.
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Grizzlies 108, Timberwolves 106
Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 15 of his team-high 24 points in the fourth quarter to lead Memphis past Minnesota, improving the Grizzlies’ home record to 16-5.
Desmond Bane contributed 22 points, and Ja Morant added 19 points and seven assists for Memphis, which won four of its last five games. Jackson also led the team with 11 rebounds.
Anthony Edwards scored 32 points for the Timberwolves, and Naz Reid added 29 points and eight rebounds off the bench. Edwards missed a game-winning 3-pointer at the buzzer.
Knicks 119, Hawks 110
Jalen Brunson scored 34 points to help New York defeat Atlanta, continuing its strong performance on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Brunson made 12 of 18 shots from the field and recorded six assists. This win gave the Knicks their first victory in three games against the Hawks this season, breaking a three-game losing streak. Atlanta was led by Trae Young, who had 27 points and six assists.
Cavaliers 118, Suns 92
Donovan Mitchell scored 33 points, leading Cleveland to a big win over Phoenix.
Mitchell also contributed five rebounds and five assists for Cleveland, which dominated from 3-point range, making 19 of 46 attempts (41.3 percent). Despite missing key players, including Evan Mobley and Caris LeVert, Cleveland led by as many as 32 points.
Kevin Durant led Phoenix with 23 points, but the Suns lost for just the second time in their last seven games. Devin Booker added 15 points, and Tyus Jones had 13 points.
Bulls 112, Clippers 99
Zach LaVine scored 35 points, and Josh Giddey contributed 18 points, 10 rebounds, and nine assists as Chicago ended a five-game losing streak with a win over the Clippers in Inglewood, Calif.
Talen Horton-Tucker scored 18 points, and Nikola Vucevic added 14 points for the Bulls, who won despite being on the second night of a back-to-back after losing to Portland on Sunday.
Norman Powell led the Clippers with 27 points, and James Harden added 17 points. The Clippers were missing key players, including Kawhi Leonard and Ivica Zubac.
Kevin Hayes, Sidney Crosby, and Anthony Beauvillier each scored a goal and had an assist to help the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Los Angeles Kings 5-1 on Monday night, ending the Kings’ nine-game home winning streak.
Evgeni Malkin and Cody Glass also scored for the Penguins, and Alex Nedeljkovic made 25 saves. Pittsburgh had been struggling, having lost four of their previous five games and eight of their last 10 (2-5-3).
Adrian Kempe scored for the Kings, and David Rittich stopped 27 shots. Los Angeles had been on a hot streak before this loss, dropping four of five after winning five straight. They hadn’t lost at home since November 20, when they fell 1-0 to Buffalo.
The Penguins capitalized on their only power play when Hayes opened the scoring at 10:09 of the first period. The Penguins were without their leading goal scorer, Rickard Rakell, who returned to Pittsburgh for personal reasons.
Maple Leafs 5, Lightning 3
Matthew Knies scored twice and added an assist as Toronto defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-3, securing their third straight win. Mitchell Marner had a goal and two assists, and Auston Matthews added a goal and an assist. Joseph Woll made 27 saves for the Maple Leafs, who are 3-0 against Tampa Bay this season.
Nick Paul scored two goals for the Lightning, and Darren Raddysh contributed a goal and an assist. Jonas Johansson made 23 saves for Tampa Bay in the first game of their four-game road trip.
Utah Hockey Club 5, Jets 2
Barrett Hayton had a goal and two assists as the Utah Hockey Club won their second consecutive game, beating the Winnipeg Jets 5-2 in Salt Lake City. Clayton Keller added a goal and an assist, and Josh Doan and Nick Schmaltz each recorded two assists.
Connor Ingram made 23 saves for Utah, who have been struggling this season but are now on a two-game winning streak after not winning back-to-back games since mid-December. Ingram had faced challenges earlier in the season but has shown improvement after taking time off to be with his ailing mother, who passed away in December.
Bruins 6, Sharks 3
Charlie Coyle scored both the tying and winning goals in the third period to help the Boston Bruins rally past the San Jose Sharks 6-3. David Pastrnak, Brad Marchand, and Elias Lindholm each had a goal and an assist, and Vinni Lettieri also scored for Boston, which is 3-0-1 in its last four games.
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Will Smith, a rookie from Lexington, Mass., led the Sharks with a goal and an assist in his first NHL game in Boston. San Jose has now lost three in a row and six of their last seven games.
Wild 3, Avalanche 1
Yakov Trenin and Brock Faber scored 1:35 apart early in the third period to lead the Minnesota Wild to a 3-1 victory over the Colorado Avalanche. Jake Middleton had a goal and an assist, Liam Ohgren added two assists, and Marc-Andre Fleury made 26 saves for Minnesota, which snapped a three-game losing streak. They now have the most road wins in the NHL with a 17-5-3 record away from home.
Nathan MacKinnon scored the lone goal for Colorado, who is now 2-2 on their five-game homestand.
Blues 5, Golden Knights 4 (SO)
Jake Neighbours and Brayden Schenn scored in the shootout as the St. Louis Blues won 5-4 against the Las Vegas Golden Knights. The Blues nearly lost after blowing a two-goal lead in the final 3:10 of regulation. Jordan Kyrou had two assists, and Schenn and Neighbours each scored in the shootout.
Vegas Golden Knights (NHL)
Vegas’ Jack Eichel and Pavel Dorofeyev each had a goal and an assist, and Shea Theodore had four assists. The Golden Knights have now lost four straight games, marking their longest losing streak of the season.
Kraken 6, Sabres 4
The Seattle Kraken defeated the Buffalo Sabres 6-4, with defensemen Jamie Oleksiak and Adam Larsson scoring important goals. Jared McCann had a goal and two assists, and Joey Daccord made 25 saves for Seattle, which is 2-0 in a 10-game stretch that includes nine home games.
Buffalo had four different goal scorers, including Jack Quinn and Tage Thompson. Devon Levi, who had been recalled from the AHL, made 28 saves but couldn’t prevent the loss.
Islanders 3, Blue Jackets 1
Bo Horvat scored two goals in the second period as the New York Islanders defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets 3-1. Simon Holmstrom added a short-handed goal, which was the game-winner for the Islanders, who have won two straight and are 2-2 on a season-high seven-game homestand.
Kent Johnson scored early for the Blue Jackets, who have now lost two in a row after a six-game winning streak.
Hurricanes 4, Blackhawks 3 (OT)
Sebastian Aho scored the game-winning goal in overtime, and Jaccob Slavin had three assists as the Carolina Hurricanes came back to beat the Chicago Blackhawks 4-3. Seth Jarvis, Jesperi Kotkaniemi, and Jordan Staal also scored for Carolina, which has won four of its last six games. Frederik Andersen made 22 saves, playing in his 500th career game.
Aho’s one-timer 59 seconds into overtime was his 15th career overtime goal, making him the key player in the Hurricanes’ overtime victories this season.
Newly appointed Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel interviewed Josh McDaniels on Tuesday for the team’s offensive coordinator position, according to Fox Sports’ Jordan Schultz.
McDaniels served as New England’s offensive coordinator for 13 seasons under Bill Belichick, split into two stints, and was also an assistant coach under Belichick for five years before that. Vrabel, who played linebacker for the Patriots from 2001 to 2008, was with the team while McDaniels was part of the staff.
Vrabel is back in coaching a year after being let go by the Tennessee Titans. As he builds his new coaching staff, he is turning to someone he knows well. After his firing from the Titans, Vrabel spent the 2024 season as a consultant with the Cleveland Browns. The Patriots hired him as the first coach of the current offseason.
McDaniels returned to the Patriots in 2012 after a three-year absence, which included two seasons as head coach of the Denver Broncos.
Mike Vrabel with Robert Kraft
He stayed on Belichick’s staff until the 2021 season, then took a job as head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders in 2022. However, he was fired by the Raiders after just two seasons, following the 2023 season. McDaniels did not coach in 2024.
Will Vrabel look to McDaniels to help develop quarterback Drake Maye?
Vrabel’s expertise is on the defensive side of the ball, so the decision on who to hire for the offensive coordinator role is important. The person who takes the job will be responsible for developing quarterback Drake Maye, who showed great promise as a rookie after being picked No. 3 overall in the 2024 draft.
McDaniels played a key role in developing quarterbacks during the Tom Brady era in New England, both as quarterbacks coach and offensive coordinator. This experience could be attractive as the Patriots look to build their next franchise quarterback.
As the New York Rangers look to salvage their season, there are rumors that they might be interested in acquiring struggling Vancouver Canucks center J.T. Miller.
According to The Athletic, the Canucks and Rangers were reportedly in talks over the weekend about a potential trade. The deal could have involved sending center Filip Chytil, defenseman Ryan Lindgren, and a first-round draft pick to Vancouver in exchange for the 31-year-old Miller.
Miller spent parts of his first six NHL seasons with the Rangers, including a season in 2016-17 when he scored 56 points in 82 games. The Rangers traded him to the Tampa Bay Lightning in 2018, but his performance surged with the Canucks. He has recorded more than a point per game four times with Vancouver, including a career-high 103 points in 2023-24.
But the question remains: is Miller the player who can help push the Rangers back into playoff contention, or would he just elevate them into the middle of the league and prevent them from securing a higher draft pick?
Now might not be the right time for the Rangers to acquire him.
It would make sense if the Rangers were on a winning streak and had a good chance of getting back into a wild-card spot. However, there are currently four teams ahead of them in the wild-card race, and moneypuck.com gives them only a 50.8% chance of making the playoffs.
J.T. Miller and Elias Pettersson
The chances of the Rangers turning things around this season aren’t strong. If acquiring Miller only helps them remain on the fringes of playoff contention, they should pass on the move, accept the struggles of this season, focus on securing a good draft pick, and look to make a more impactful trade in the offseason.
If the Canucks decide to wait until the offseason to trade Miller, the Rangers could revisit the trade then. But right now, even if it means missing out on Miller, it’s better to pass on this deal.
The Rangers’ future could benefit from adding another high-end prospect, especially after not seeing significant progress from 2019’s No. 2 pick, Kaapo Kakko. There are talented prospects expected to be at the top of the 2025 NHL draft who are much younger than Miller and could be more affordable with entry-level contracts.
Additionally, there are promising NHL players who will become unrestricted free agents (UFAs) on July 1. The Rangers could sign a top-two center without giving up any trade assets. This would allow them to make other trades to address other team needs.
The Rangers still have a strong core, including Artemi Panarin, Adam Fox, and Igor Shesterkin. Alexis Lafreniere has also shown improvement in recent seasons.
While they shouldn’t let this season affect their long-term goal of competing for a Stanley Cup, it’s important not to rush into moves out of desperation. Acquiring Miller right now isn’t the best choice. The timing for such a move makes more sense in the summer.
Miller isn’t the kind of player who can turn the Rangers’ season around in a meaningful way, which is why they should pass on this trade at this moment.
