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UPCOMING

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HKW--PWHL-FUTURE

DESCRIPTION: PWHL executive Stan Kasten says the goal all along was to begin taking on outside investors once the league doubled in size in reaching 12 teams. The only flaw in the projection was Kasten — and most everyone else — never anticipating getting there after just three seasons. The PWHL’s fast-paced growth reflects surges in attendance, sales and viewership and so far belies concerns raised over whether the league’s taking on too much, too soon. By Hockey Writer John Wawrow. 800 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 06/23/2026 6:00 a.m. EDT, Text

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BKN--NBA DRAFT COVERAGE

FORMATS: Photo, Text

1. WITH: BKN--NBA MOCK DRAFT

2. DESCRIPTION: The NBA draft becomes tough to gauge when the Los Angeles Clippers go at No. 5 and the Brooklyn Nets at No. 6. AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer and Caleb Wilson remain in the top four spots in the final version of the AP’s mock draft.

3. UPCOMING: By 06/23/2026 6:00 a.m. EDT

4. WITH: BKN--NBA DRAFT-SELECTIONS

5. DESCRIPTION: A draft tracker featuring a pick-by-pick breakdown of Tuesday’s first-round selections. By Aaron Beard. Text, photos.

6. UPCOMING: By 06/23/2026 8:30 p.m. EDT

7. WITH: BKN--NBA DRAFT COVERAGE

8. DESCRIPTION: Coverage of the NBA draft

9. UPCOMING: By 06/23/2026 6:00 p.m. EDT

10. WITH: BKN--NBA DRAFT-GRIZZLIES

11. DESCRIPTION: The Memphis Grizzlies have the No. 3 overall pick among their two first-round selections Tuesday night at the NBA Draft to continue their latest rebuilding project. By Teresa M. Walker.

12. UPCOMING: By 06/23/2026 6:00 p.m. EDT

13. WITH: BKN--NBA DRAFT-NORTHWEST DIVISION

14. DESCRIPTION: DENVER -- Think Oklahoma City was deep before? Just wait until they add two more first-round picks Tuesday night in the NBA draft (or possibly package them to move up). The Northwest Division is about to get a whole lot more competitive, too, with Utah having the No. 2 overall pick. By Pat Graham. 500 words, photos.

15. UPCOMING: By 06/23/2026 6:00 p.m. EDT

16. WITH: BKN--NBA DRAFT

17. DESCRIPTION: NEW YORK -- The Washington Wizards have the No. 1 pick in the NBA draft, with AJ Dybantsa hoping to be the choice after leading the nation in scoring last season at BYU as a freshman.

18. UPCOMING: By 06/23/2026 8:00 p.m. EDT

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HKN--NHL DRAFT-MCKENNA

DESCRIPTION: Hockey isn’t the only sport Gavin McKenna showed he can excel at during his freshman season at Penn State. The NHL’s projected No. 1 pick displayed a knack for picking up ping pong by eventually besting his coach Guy Gadowsky. Much like McKenna showed his competitive drive in improving his paddle skills, the 18-year-old forward adapted on the ice against older and more physical competition. By Hockey Writer John Wawrow. 800 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 06/23/2026 7:00 a.m. EDT, Text

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US--THE POWER OF POGO

DESCRIPTION: Where some see a pogo stick and think of a child’s toy last seen in elementary school, Michael Mena, Dalton Smith and the rest of the top extreme pogoers in the world see a blank canvas. Soaring 10 feet or more in the air one bounce at a time, this tight-knit group gathers every year at a predominantly Black Pittsburgh neighborhood for “Pogopalooza.” “I feel like it’s similar to a fraternity,” Smith said. “But if like all the frat guys were half jocks, half artists, with a little sprinkle of mystical zest on the whole thing.” By National Writer Will Graves. Text, photos. An abridged version is available.

UPCOMING: By 06/23/2026 2:00 p.m. EDT, Photo, Text, DigitalPlans

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NEW AND DEVELOPING

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SOC--WCUP-NORWAY-SENEGAL

Erling Haaland scores 2 more goals and Norway beats Senegal 3-2 to reach World Cup round of 32

SUMMARY: Erling Haaland scored twice to raise his World Cup goals total to four, and Norway advanced to the round of 32 with a 3-2 win over Senegal. Marcus Pederson put the Vikings ahead in the 43rd minute after replacing an injured teammate, and Haaland kept up his incredible goals streak in the 48th and 58th minutes to build a 3-1 lead. Haaland has 24 goals in his last 12 international games — scoring at least once in every match — and 59 goals in 52 international appearances. Ismaïla Sarr scored twice for Senegal, which is 0-2.

WORDS: 766 - MOVED: 06/23/2026 1:39 a.m. EDT

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BKN--BUCKS-HEAT TRADE

Giannis Antetokounmpo getting traded to Heat in blockbuster deal, AP source says

SUMMARY: Giannis Antetokounmpo is getting traded to the Miami Heat in a blockbuster move. Tyler Herro and several other players and draft picks are heading to the Milwaukee Bucks. Bobby Portis is also coming to Miami with Antetokounmpo. Herro, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kel’el Ware and Kasparas Jakucionis are going to the Bucks. Milwaukee is also receiving three first-round picks, including the 13th selection in Tuesday’s draft. The Heat now have another superstar as they pursue a fourth championship and an eighth trip to the NBA Finals since 2006.

WORDS: 1089 - MOVED: 06/23/2026 1:06 a.m. EDT

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BBC--CWS FINALS

Oklahoma rolls past Tar Heels 13-2 for 1st national championship since 1994 and SEC’s 7th in a row

SUMMARY: Oklahoma capitalized on North Carolina’s uncharacteristic pitching struggles and got another clutch performance from LJ Mercurius out of the bullpen on its way to a 13-2 victory in the winner-take-all Game 3 of the College World Series finals. The win gave the Sooners their first national championship since 1994. The Sooners won the Southeastern Conference’s seventh straight title after finishing 11th in the regular season and entering the NCAA Tournament off losses in seven of nine games. North Carolina was runner-up for the third time since 2006 and now has 13 CWS appearances without a title.

WORDS: 823 - MOVED: 06/23/2026 12:28 a.m. EDT

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SOC--WCUP-SCORING STARS

Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland dazzle on same day at the World Cup

SUMMARY: Lionel Messi, Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappé delivered dazzling performances on a showcase day for the World Cup’s top scorers. Haaland scored twice for Norway in the first 15 minutes of the second half of a 3-2 win over Senegal on Monday night, making up for clanking a shot off the post and getting denied on a header just before halftime. Haaland’s performance came hours after Messi and Mbappé scored two goals apiece for Argentina and France, respectively. The three have scored a combined 13 goals in the tournament so far.

WORDS: 666 - MOVED: 06/23/2026 12:25 a.m. EDT

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BKN--TIMBERWOLVES-RANDLE TRADE

Timberwolves trading Julius Randle to Nets as part of 3-team deal, AP source says

SUMMARY: The Minnesota Timberwolves are trading Julius Randle and a first-round pick to the Brooklyn Nets as part of a three-team deal that also includes the Chicago Bulls, a person with knowledge of the terms said Monday night. The Timberwolves are sending the 28th pick in Tuesday’s draft to the Nets and will be receiving the No. 33 pick that will be made in the second round on Wednesday night, said the person who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the deal has not received the required approvals from the league office.

WORDS: 278 - MOVED: 06/22/2026 11:56 p.m. EDT

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SOC--WCUP-FRANCE-MBAPPÉ

Kylian Mbappé of France scores 2 goals to reach 16 in World Cup career, tying for 2nd most

SUMMARY: Kylian Mbappé of France has scored two goals to reach 16 for his World Cup career. That moves him into a tie for second most in tournament history as he tries to keep pace with new record holder Lionel Messi. Playing in his third World Cup, the 27-year-old Mbappé scored in the 14th minute against Iraq, giving Les Bleus a 1-0 lead in his 100th international game. After a weather delay that extended the halftime break to more than two hours, Mbappé found the net again in the 54th minute to move into a tie with Miroslav Klose of Germany. Messi has the tournament record of 18 goals after scoring twice earlier Monday.

WORDS: 633 - MOVED: 06/22/2026 10:41 p.m. EDT

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SOC--WCUP-ARGENTINA-MESSI

Lionel Messi becomes top scorer in World Cup history with 2 more goals for Argentina

SUMMARY: Lionel Messi now has the World Cup scoring record with 18 goals in his career after scoring twice in a 2-0 victory over Austria. He scored in the 38th minute and again in stoppage time after missing a penalty kick in the ninth minute Monday in Dallas. The goal for the record of 17 gave Argentina a 1-0 lead two days before Messi’s 39th birthday, and amid the concern of an ailing father back at home. It was the sixth consecutive World Cup game in which Messi has scored. He entered the game even with Germany striker Miroslav Klose, whose 16 was later matched by Frances’s Kylian Mbappé

WORDS: 949 - MOVED: 06/22/2026 10:07 p.m. EDT

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BBO--PRIDE NIGHT-BIBLE VERSES

MLB Commish: Giants botched Pride Night cap guidance, leaving players unclear on opt-out

SUMMARY: MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred says the San Francisco Giants failed to inform players they could opt out of wearing rainbow-themed caps during Pride Night. Some players, including pitcher Landen Roupp, added Bible verses to the caps, which violated league policy. Missouri Senator Josh Hawley expressed concern over the warning to players, calling it “dubious” and arguing MLB promotes a political viewpoint with Pride-themed uniforms. Manfred responded that the league’s policy allows exemptions for Pride emblems and players can opt out. Manfred said the Giants’ communication was inadequate, but players face no penalties or fines.

WORDS: 382 - MOVED: 06/22/2026 10:00 p.m. EDT

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SOC--WCUP-GOALS GALORE

Goals are being scored at a record pace at the World Cup. The ball is one reason for the surge

SUMMARY: It’s been goals galore so far at the World Cup. The tournament in the U.S., Mexico and Canada has been one of the highest-scoring in history. The 100-goal milestone came after only 33 matches. There have been 121 goals scored from 88 different players in the first 40 games of the tournament. The average per game was at three goals. There were only three 0-0 draws so far. Eight of the goals were own-goals. Players from English clubs have led the way. Real Madrid, Liverpool and Inter Miami were the clubs whose players have produced the most goals.

WORDS: 922 - MOVED: 06/22/2026 9:17 p.m. EDT

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HKO--HALL OF FAME

Keith Tkachuk is elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame after his sons become NHL teammates

SUMMARY: Keith Tkachuk is going into the Hockey Hall of Fame after waiting for more than a decade and a half since his playing career in the NHL ended. Tkachuk was elected to the Hall of Fame a day after his sons became teammates when Brady was traded from Ottawa to join older brother Matthew with Florida. Tkachuk is part of a class that also includes center Patrice Bergeron, who won the Stanley Cup with Boston in 2011, and goaltenders Carey Price from Montreal and Pekka Rinne from Nashville. Executive Brian Burke and U.S. women’s hockey pioneer Cindy Curley are also set to be inducted in November.

WORDS: 702 - MOVED: 06/22/2026 5:34 p.m. EDT

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BKN--WIZARDS-YOUNG

Trae Young agrees to a 4-year extension with Washington Wizards, AP source says

SUMMARY: Trae Young has agreed to a four-year extension with the Washington Wizards, one that would be worth about $212 million if he picks up the final year of the deal, according to a person with knowledge of the agreement. The fourth year of the agreement is at Young’s option, according to the person who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the Wizards had not revealed the terms. The dollar total that the sides agreed upon essentially matches the most that Young could have made on the free agent market if he signed elsewhere. Young is a four-time All-Star who was sidelined by injuries for most of this past season, averaging just 17.9 points.

WORDS: 256 - MOVED: 06/22/2026 4:46 p.m. EDT

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SOC--WCUP-CAPE VERDE’S DREAM

A win over Saudi Arabia would send Cape Verde to the round of 32 at the World Cup

SUMMARY: Here’s something that very few could have reasonably expected coming into this World Cup: Cape Verde controls its own destiny with one match left in group play. With a win on Friday against Saudi Arabia, the tiny nation of about 500,000 people and about 15 million new Instagram followers will be headed to the round of 32. Even a draw might be enough to earn a spot in the knockout round. The Blue Sharks were long shots entering the World Cup; some books had them at no better than 12% to advance from the group stage. They’re currently favored to move on.

WORDS: 791 - MOVED: 06/22/2026 4:44 p.m. EDT

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GLF--WOMEN’S PGA-PURSE

KPMG Women’s PGA boosts purse to $13 million, the largest in women’s golf

SUMMARY: The KPMG Women’s PGA Championship again has the largest purse in women’s golf. It goes up to $13 million this year. That comes a month after the U.S. Women’s Open boosted its prize fund to $12.5 million. It’s been a decade of increasing purses for the women’s majors. The KPMG Women’s PGA Championship dates to 1955. The LPGA and PGA of America run it jointly and they have a corporate partner in KPMG inspiring purse increases and leaning on analytics to help players and the broadcast. The Women’s PGA starts Thursday at Hazeltine with Nelly Korda going for her third straight major.

WORDS: 423 - MOVED: 06/22/2026 4:30 p.m. EDT

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CAR--NASCAR-SAN-DIEGO-HEIM

First-time NASCAR Cup winner Corey Heim reaffirms Denny Hamlin’s shrewd eye for talent

SUMMARY: With his upset win at Naval Base Coronado, Corey Heim reaffirmed that Denny Hamlin has a keen eye for spotting talent while taking risks in building his 23XI Racing team with NBA legend Michael Jordan. The sellout crowd of 50,000 fans who gathered on an active military base near San Diego to witness Heim’s victory in only his 13th career Cup start was an endorsement of another decision paying off for NASCAR. Chief operating officer Ben Kennedy is vowing to stay aggressive by scheduling more street races in new metropolitan areas.

WORDS: 910 - MOVED: 06/22/2026 4:16 p.m. EDT

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SOC--WCUP-US-PULISIC

Christian Pulisic returns to training with US after missing last World Cup match with injury

SUMMARY: Christian Pulisic has returned to training with his U.S. teammates after missing their most recent match of the World Cup with a calf injury. Pulisic participated in warmups and ball drills during the 15 minutes of practice open to the media in Orange County. The team gave no formal update on the status of the star midfielder, who has been limited to one dynamic half of play in the unbeaten Americans’ home World Cup. The U.S. finishes group play on Thursday night at SoFi Stadium against Turkey in a meaningless game for the group-winning Americans and the eliminated Turks.

WORDS: 335 - MOVED: 06/22/2026 4:13 p.m. EDT

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SOC--WCUP-FANS-PHOTO GALLERY

World Cup fans flood stadiums and fan zones with dazzling costumes, facepaint and flags — in photos

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BKC--MICHIGAN-MAY

Mike Boynton promoted to interim coach at Michigan as Dusty May leaves for the NBA, AP sources say

SUMMARY: Michigan is promoting Mike Boynton to interim basketball coach to replace Dusty May. That’s according to a person familiar with situation who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Monday because the decision had not been announced. May and the Dallas Mavericks are finalizing a contract for him to make the jump to the NBA, another person with knowledge of the deal told the AP. That person spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal wasn’t completed. Two years ago, Boynton was fired with a 119-109 record over seven seasons at Oklahoma State.

WORDS: 863 - MOVED: 06/22/2026 3:46 p.m. EDT

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BKN--NBA DRAFT PREVIEW

AJ Dybantsa hopes to go No. 1 to Washington in NBA draft, but his White House photo wasn’t a clue

SUMMARY: AJ Dybantsa posted a picture on Father’s Day of his dad holding him in front of the White House. That wasn’t meant to be a clue about the NBA draft, but there is a good chance Dybantsa is headed to Washington. The Wizards have the No. 1 pick on Tuesday night. Dybantsa, a 6-foot-9 forward from Boston, led the nation with 25.5 points per game in his lone season at BYU and has drawn comparisons with his size and skills to Kevin Durant, who is Dybantsa’s favorite player. The Wizards also could consider players such as Darryn Peterson of Kansas or college player of the year Cameron Boozer of Duke.

WORDS: 815 - MOVED: 06/22/2026 3:23 p.m. EDT

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BKN--MAVERICKS-MAY

Mavericks are hiring national champ coach Dusty May away from Michigan, AP source says

SUMMARY: A person with knowledge of the deal says the Dallas Mavericks and Dusty May of national champion Michigan are finalizing an agreement for the coach to make the jump from college to the NBA. May and the Wolverines won the NCAA championship with a 69-63 win over UConn in April to wrap up a 34-3 season. That came three years after the 49-year-old led Florida Atlantic to its only Final Four appearance. May replaces Jason Kidd, who was let go two weeks after Masai Ujiri was hired as president of basketball operations and alternate governor of the Mavericks.

WORDS: 699 - MOVED: 06/22/2026 2:59 p.m. EDT

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BKL--AROUND THE WNBA

Young Washington Mystics on rise after road wins over Liberty and Lynx

SUMMARY: The Washington Mystics have really grown on their recent road trip after suffering some tough lessons early in the season. Washington has won three straight games on the road, including closing out victories late over New York and Minnesota. Washington also won at Connecticut last week. The stretch was the first time the team has done that since 2024. The victory at New York on Friday night snapped a 10-game regular season losing streak to the Liberty.

WORDS: 528 - MOVED: 06/22/2026 2:20 p.m. EDT

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TEN--DOPING-VONDROUSOVA

Former Wimbledon champion Vondrousova suspended for 4 years for refusing doping test

SUMMARY: Former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova has been suspended for four years for refusing an anti-doping test even though the Czech player cited “mental stress” and fear when the testing agent “rang my door late at night without properly identifying themselves.” The International Tennis Integrity Agency made the announcement saying that Vondrousova refused a test in December and that the decision was reached by an independent tribunal. Vondrousova won Wimbledon in 2023 and reached a career-high ranking of No. 6 that year. Vondrousova becomes the latest high-profile tennis player involved in a doping case after Jannik Sinner, Iga Swiatek and Simona Halep. Vondrousova’s ban expires June 21, 2030. She can appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport. Wimbledon starts next week.

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OLY--NY EXPLORATORY COMMITTEE

Lake Placid and NYC form exploratory committee to study hosting future Winter Olympics

SUMMARY: The state of New York is forming an exploratory committee to consider whether Lake Placid and New York City should bid to co-host a future Winter Games. The announcement from Gov. Kathy Hochul’s office suggested a dual-hosting format, the likes of which Milan and Cortina pulled off at this year’s Olympics. It doesn’t mention a year, though with the 2034 Games going to Salt Lake City and with Switzerland tabbed as the preferred bidder for 2038, the first likely available spot for New York to host would be 2042.

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