<![CDATA[Bay Area - The Athletic]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/location/bayarea/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/static/img/transparent-background-dark-favicon-144x144.pngBay Area - The Athletichttps://www.nytimes.com/athletic/location/bayarea/The Athletic Media CompanySat, 29 Jun 2024 05:09:11 GMTSat, 29 Jun 2024 03:38:28 GMT<![CDATA[Who won Round 1 of the 2024 NHL Draft? Which team performed the worst? Scott Wheeler weighs in]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5588459/2024/06/28/nhl-draft-first-round-winners-losers-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5588459/2024/06/28/nhl-draft-first-round-winners-losers-2024/Sat, 29 Jun 2024 03:38:28 GMTLAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JUNE 28: Ivan Demidov is selected by the Montreal Canadiens with the fifth overall pick during the first round of the 2024 Upper Deck NHL Draft at Sphere on June 28, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Warriors' Andrew Wiggins won't play for Canada at Olympics for medical reasons: Sources]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5601947/2024/06/28/andrew-wiggins-team-canada/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5601947/2024/06/28/andrew-wiggins-team-canada/Sat, 29 Jun 2024 02:38:53 GMTSAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 18: Andrew Wiggins #22 of the Golden State Warriors shoots the ball against the New York Knicks at Chase Center on March 18, 2024 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Macklin Celebrini taken by Sharks with No. 1 pick in NHL Draft: What impact will he have in San Jose?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5562388/2024/06/28/macklin-celebrini-nhl-draft-2024-first-overall/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5562388/2024/06/28/macklin-celebrini-nhl-draft-2024-first-overall/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 23:17:57 GMTBOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - MARCH 22: Macklin Celebrini #71 of the Boston University Terriers skates against the Maine Black Bears during the third period during NCAA men&#039;s hockey in the Hockey East Championship semifinal at TD Garden on March 22, 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Richard T Gagnon/Getty Images)<![CDATA[NHL Draft grades, analysis for every 2024 first-round pick by Corey Pronman]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5599237/2024/06/28/nhl-draft-2024-first-round-grades-analysis/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5599237/2024/06/28/nhl-draft-2024-first-round-grades-analysis/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 23:15:39 GMT<![CDATA[NBA Draft grades for every team: Why Lakers, Jazz get top marks while Heat leave questions]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5596270/2024/06/28/nba-draft-grades-every-team-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5596270/2024/06/28/nba-draft-grades-every-team-2024/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 21:30:43 GMTDalton Knecht, right, poses for a photo with NBA commissioner Adam Silver after being selected 17th by the Los Angeles Lakers during the first round of the NBA basketball draft, Wednesday, June 26, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Julia Nikhinson)<![CDATA[Warriors' Mike Dunleavy Jr. is ready for the big move, if it's available (and it might be)]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5598630/2024/06/28/warriors-mike-dunleavy-jr-draft-trade-free-agency/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5598630/2024/06/28/warriors-mike-dunleavy-jr-draft-trade-free-agency/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 11:39:22 GMTPaul George and Klay Thompson<![CDATA[State of the 49ers, RBs: Will Kyle Shanahan ease Christian McCaffrey's workload?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5560530/2024/06/28/san-francisco-49ers-running-backs-mccaffrey-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5560530/2024/06/28/san-francisco-49ers-running-backs-mccaffrey-2024/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 11:00:40 GMTSANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 20: Christian McCaffrey #23 of the San Francisco 49ers warms up before the NFC Divisional Playoffs against the Green Bay Packers at Levi&#039;s Stadium on January 20, 2024 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)<![CDATA[What makes Macklin Celebrini so good? 4 stories that reveal why he’ll transform the Sharks]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5585657/2024/06/28/macklin-celebrini-nhl-draft-first-pick-sharks/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5585657/2024/06/28/macklin-celebrini-nhl-draft-first-pick-sharks/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 10:00:24 GMT<![CDATA[NBA free agency: Paul George to the Warriors? Plus, Klay Thompson's options, more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5599073/2024/06/28/nba-free-agency-paul-george-warriors-klay-thompson-kevin-durant/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5599073/2024/06/28/nba-free-agency-paul-george-warriors-klay-thompson-kevin-durant/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 09:30:06 GMTMar 15, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul George (13) moves the ball against Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[San Jose Sharks NHL Draft picks tracker: Grades, fits and analysis]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5598387/2024/06/28/sharks-rangers-nhl-draft-picks-grades-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5598387/2024/06/28/sharks-rangers-nhl-draft-picks-grades-2024/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 09:05:42 GMTLAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JUNE 28: Macklin Celebrini is selected by the the San Jose Sharks with the first overall pick during the first round of the 2024 Upper Deck NHL Draft at Sphere on June 28, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Final 2024 NHL Mock Draft: After Macklin Celebrini, there’s room for surprise]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5591595/2024/06/28/nhl-mock-draft-2024-final-pronman/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5591595/2024/06/28/nhl-mock-draft-2024-final-pronman/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 09:00:32 GMT<![CDATA[Missing Bats: Strikeouts broke baseball. Now a league grapples with how to fix itself]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5597907/2024/06/28/missing-bats-part-5-strikeouts-future/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5597907/2024/06/28/missing-bats-part-5-strikeouts-future/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 09:00:25 GMT<![CDATA[NBA free agency 2024: Isaiah Hartenstein tops a not-so-strong group of centers]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5585200/2024/06/28/nba-free-agency-best-available-centers-isaiah-hartenstein-nic-claxton/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5585200/2024/06/28/nba-free-agency-best-available-centers-isaiah-hartenstein-nic-claxton/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 08:45:33 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 30: Isaiah Hartenstein #55 of the New York Knicks reacts during the first half at Madison Square Garden on April 30, 2024 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Giants win series against Cubs, but act of self-preservation costs them in 10th inning]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5598683/2024/06/27/sf-giants-luke-jackson-camilo-doval/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5598683/2024/06/27/sf-giants-luke-jackson-camilo-doval/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 02:36:48 GMTJun 27, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants third baseman Matt Chapman (26) reacts after committing an error against the Chicago Cubs during the third inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Warriors trade for Lindy Waters III, draft Quinten Post, hard cap themselves]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5598192/2024/06/27/warriors-nba-draft-lindy-waters-quinten-post/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5598192/2024/06/27/warriors-nba-draft-lindy-waters-quinten-post/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 02:24:06 GMTPORTLAND, ME- April 15: Lindy Waters III of the Oklahoma City Blue celebrates a win against the Maine Celtics during the 2023-24 G League Eastern Conference Finals on April 15, 2024 at Portland Expo Center in Portland, Maine. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by China Wong/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[NHL free-agent big board: Expanding to 75 top targets as the draft approaches]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5598198/2024/06/27/nhl-free-agent-big-board-draft/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5598198/2024/06/27/nhl-free-agent-big-board-draft/Fri, 28 Jun 2024 01:27:02 GMT<![CDATA[Analysis, fits for all 58 NBA Draft picks from John Hollinger and Sam Vecenie]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5595111/2024/06/27/nba-draft-grades-analysis-2024-vecenie-hollinger/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5595111/2024/06/27/nba-draft-grades-analysis-2024-vecenie-hollinger/Thu, 27 Jun 2024 20:15:54 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 27: 2024 NBA Draft Signage is shown at Pier 17 before the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft at ESPN Seaport District Studios on June 27, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)<![CDATA[NHL Draft 2024: Will any (more) teams trade their first-round picks?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5595494/2024/06/27/nhl-draft-first-round-trades-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5595494/2024/06/27/nhl-draft-first-round-trades-2024/Thu, 27 Jun 2024 13:15:45 GMTSECAUCUS, NEW JERSEY - JULY 23: NHL commissioner Gary Bettman opens the first round of the 2021 NHL Entry Draft at the NHL Network studios on July 23, 2021 in Secaucus, New Jersey. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)<![CDATA[2024 NBA second-round mock draft: What to look for on Day 2, including Bronny James]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5589676/2024/06/27/nba-mock-draft-2024-vecenie-second-round/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5589676/2024/06/27/nba-mock-draft-2024-vecenie-second-round/Thu, 27 Jun 2024 11:34:30 GMTLAS VEGAS, NEVADA - MARCH 14: Bronny James #6 of the USC Trojans looks on in the second half of a quarterfinal game against the Arizona Wildcats during the Pac-12 Conference basketball tournament at T-Mobile Arena on March 14, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Wildcats defeated the Trojans 70-49. (Photo by David Becker/Getty Images)<![CDATA[NBA free agency 2024: LeBron James stands alone atop list of power forwards]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5585150/2024/06/27/nba-free-agency-best-power-forwards-lebron-james/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5585150/2024/06/27/nba-free-agency-best-power-forwards-lebron-james/Thu, 27 Jun 2024 11:30:47 GMTCHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - FEBRUARY 05: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the second half of a game against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on February 05, 2024 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by David Jensen/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Raiders' pre-training camp 53-man roster projection: Defense looking strong on paper]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5592319/2024/06/27/raiders-53-man-roster-projection-training-camp/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5592319/2024/06/27/raiders-53-man-roster-projection-training-camp/Thu, 27 Jun 2024 11:00:23 GMTHENDERSON, NEVADA - JUNE 11: Defensive end Maxx Crosby #98, defensive coordinator Patrick Graham and defensive tackle John Jenkins #95 of the Las Vegas Raiders attend mandatory minicamp at the Las Vegas Raiders Headquarters/Intermountain Healthcare Performance Center on June 11, 2024 in Henderson, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)<![CDATA[What really matters in Brandon Aiyuk's contract negotiations with the 49ers]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5591133/2024/06/27/brandon-aiyuk-contract-49ers-leverage/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5591133/2024/06/27/brandon-aiyuk-contract-49ers-leverage/Thu, 27 Jun 2024 10:00:04 GMTGLENDALE, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 17: Wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk #11 of the San Francisco 49ers during the NFL game at State Farm Stadium on December 17, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona. The 49ers defeated the Cardinals 45-29. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB trade target tiers: Ranking 92 hitters, starters and relievers who could be available]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5594533/2024/06/27/mlb-trade-deadline-targets-rankings-tiers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5594533/2024/06/27/mlb-trade-deadline-targets-rankings-tiers/Thu, 27 Jun 2024 09:15:25 GMT<![CDATA[The real story underlying the French talent invasion of the NBA]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5595869/2024/06/27/nba-draft-french-players-first-round/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5595869/2024/06/27/nba-draft-french-players-first-round/Thu, 27 Jun 2024 09:00:39 GMTZaccharie Risacher and Alexandre Sarr<![CDATA[Ranking every NHL team’s salary-cap situation, from best to worst]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5594512/2024/06/27/nhl-salary-cap-ranking-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5594512/2024/06/27/nhl-salary-cap-ranking-2024/Thu, 27 Jun 2024 09:00:18 GMTNASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - JUNE 29: (L-R) Kyle Davidson of the Chicago Blackhawks chats with Lou Lamoriello of the New York Islanders at the 2023 NHL Draft at the Bridgestone Arena on June 29, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Final 2024 NBA mock draft: Why we're expecting an unpredictable night]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5592856/2024/06/26/nba-mock-draft-2024-vecenie-hawks/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5592856/2024/06/26/nba-mock-draft-2024-vecenie-hawks/Wed, 26 Jun 2024 23:20:42 GMTNEW YORK - JUNE 24: NBA Draft prospects Alexandre Sarr and Zaccharie Risacher visit the Empire State Building on June 24th, 2024 in New York City, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by David Dow/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[NHL trade big board: Expanding the list of top targets ahead of the draft]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5591247/2024/06/26/nhl-trade-big-board-pre-draft/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5591247/2024/06/26/nhl-trade-big-board-pre-draft/Wed, 26 Jun 2024 21:56:18 GMT<![CDATA[Three takeaways about Hayden Birdsong's major-league debut with the Giants]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5592147/2024/06/26/sf-giants-takeaways-hayden-birdsong-debut/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5592147/2024/06/26/sf-giants-takeaways-hayden-birdsong-debut/Wed, 26 Jun 2024 13:45:45 GMTSCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 16: Hayden Birdsong (90) of the San Francisco throws a bullpen session during the workout at Scottsdale Stadium on February 16, 2024 in Scottsdale, Arizona. (Photo by Andy Kuno/San Francisco Giants/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Inside Fanatics' response to Nike's MLB debacle and what it means for new NHL jerseys]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5583821/2024/06/26/fanatics-nhl-jerseys/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5583821/2024/06/26/fanatics-nhl-jerseys/Wed, 26 Jun 2024 12:00:36 GMT<![CDATA[NBA free agency 2024: Paul George, OG Anunoby top strong group of small forwards]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5582527/2024/06/26/nba-free-agency-best-small-forwards-paul-george-klay-thompson/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5582527/2024/06/26/nba-free-agency-best-small-forwards-paul-george-klay-thompson/Wed, 26 Jun 2024 11:30:03 GMTPHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 09: Paul George #13 of the LA Clippers during the second half of the NBA game at Footprint Center on April 09, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB execs predict Crochet, Chisholm and 16 other players most likely to be traded at deadline]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5591788/2024/06/26/mlb-trade-deadline-predictions-crochet-chisholm/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5591788/2024/06/26/mlb-trade-deadline-predictions-crochet-chisholm/Wed, 26 Jun 2024 09:01:22 GMT<![CDATA[2024 NHL Draft consensus big board: Celebrini leads crowded field of prospects]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5590764/2024/06/26/2024-nhl-draft-consensus-ranking-prospects-macklin-celebrini/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5590764/2024/06/26/2024-nhl-draft-consensus-ranking-prospects-macklin-celebrini/Wed, 26 Jun 2024 09:00:37 GMT<![CDATA[Which NHL teams need goaltender upgrades? Ranking all 32 teams by current quality]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5588102/2024/06/26/nhl-goalie-depth-ranking-offseason/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5588102/2024/06/26/nhl-goalie-depth-ranking-offseason/Wed, 26 Jun 2024 09:00:36 GMT<![CDATA[2024 NBA Draft trends to watch: Teams, first-round picks, class value]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5588532/2024/06/26/nba-draft-trends-team-picks-class-value/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5588532/2024/06/26/nba-draft-trends-team-picks-class-value/Wed, 26 Jun 2024 09:00:17 GMTCHICAGO, ILLINOIS - OCTOBER 27: DeMar DeRozan #11 and Zach LaVine #8 of the Chicago Bulls look on against the Toronto Raptors during the second half at the United Center on October 27, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Giants outpitch Cubs, continue to survive with a decimated rotation]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5592368/2024/06/26/giants-outpitch-cubs/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5592368/2024/06/26/giants-outpitch-cubs/Wed, 26 Jun 2024 07:50:49 GMTJun 25, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants pitcher Sean Hjelle (64) pitches against the Chicago Cubs during the third inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Pavel Datsyuk, Shea Weber selected to Hockey Hall of Fame: Takeaways on the 7-member 2024 class]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5590894/2024/06/25/hockey-hall-of-fame-2024-datsyuk-weber/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5590894/2024/06/25/hockey-hall-of-fame-2024-datsyuk-weber/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 21:22:26 GMTTAMPA, FL - APRIL 21: Pavel Datsyuk #13 of the Detroit Red Wings skates against the Tampa Bay Lightning during Game Five of the Eastern Conference First Round in the 2016 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs at the Amalie Arena on April 21, 2016 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Scott Audette/NHLI via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Why Red Wings traded Jake Walman, second-round pick to Sharks for future considerations]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5590864/2024/06/25/red-wings-sharks-trade-walman/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5590864/2024/06/25/red-wings-sharks-trade-walman/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 19:38:42 GMTDETROIT, MICHIGAN - FEBRUARY 22: Jake Walman #96 of the Detroit Red Wings plays against the Colorado Avalanche at Little Caesars Arena on February 22, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Messy National League's upcoming standings chaos, plus why Aaron Judge loves center field]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5590093/2024/06/25/mlb-standings-aaron-judge-the-windup/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5590093/2024/06/25/mlb-standings-aaron-judge-the-windup/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 15:00:21 GMTNEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 12: Mr. Met cheers during game two of a doubleheader between the Atlanta Braves and New York Mets at Citi Field on August 12, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)<![CDATA[NBA Mock Draft 2024: What are Atlanta Hawks up to? 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Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Kena Krutsinger/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Giants honor Willie Mays, score a walk-off victory: 'I really love that we did that for him']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5589100/2024/06/25/sf-giants-willie-mays-walk-off-win/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5589100/2024/06/25/sf-giants-willie-mays-walk-off-win/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 12:33:14 GMTSAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 24: Heliot Ramos of the San Francisco Giants hits a double against the Chicago Cubs in the eighth inning at Oracle Park on June 24, 2024 in San Francisco, California. All players are wearing the number 24 in honor of Willie Mays Day. (Photo by Brandon Vallance/Getty Images)<![CDATA[The SF Giants' 40-man roster crunch is coming. Where it stands before Beck, Cobb, others return]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5587717/2024/06/25/sf-giants-40-man-roster-crunch/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5587717/2024/06/25/sf-giants-40-man-roster-crunch/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 12:00:07 GMTSan Francisco Giants&#039; Wade Meckler before a baseball game against the Tampa Bay Rays in San Francisco, Monday, Aug. 14, 2023. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)<![CDATA[NBA free agency 2024: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope leads top available shooting guards]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5582267/2024/06/25/nba-free-agency-shooting-guards-kentavious-caldwell-pope/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5582267/2024/06/25/nba-free-agency-shooting-guards-kentavious-caldwell-pope/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 11:30:38 GMTWASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 21: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope #5 of the Denver Nuggets looks on against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on January 21, 2024 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Warriors' Mike Dunleavy Jr. plots a reasoned offseason that might not include Klay Thompson]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5588417/2024/06/25/warriors-mike-dunleavy-jr-klay-thompson-offseason/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5588417/2024/06/25/warriors-mike-dunleavy-jr-klay-thompson-offseason/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 11:18:45 GMTMike Dunleavy Jr.<![CDATA[State of the 49ers, QB: Examining Brock Purdy's elite NFL start and what's next]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5560528/2024/06/25/san-francisco-49ers-quarterbacks-brock-purdy-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5560528/2024/06/25/san-francisco-49ers-quarterbacks-brock-purdy-2024/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 11:00:21 GMTSANTA CLARA, CA - JANUARY 28: Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers drops back to pass during the NFC Championship NFL football game against the Detroit Lions at Levi&#039;s Stadium on January 28, 2024 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images)<![CDATA[2024 NBA Draft Confidential: Coaches, executives, scouts on Alexandre Sarr and top big men]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5585502/2024/06/25/2024-nba-draft-confidential-sarr/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5585502/2024/06/25/2024-nba-draft-confidential-sarr/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 11:00:17 GMTCAIRNS, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 26: Alexandre Sarr of the Wildcats warms up prior to the round 12 NBL match between Cairns Taipans and Perth Wildcats at Cairns Convention Centre, on December 26, 2023, in Cairns, Australia. (Photo by Emily Barker/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Who are the NFL's underrated and overrated teams? Why Packers, Bengals could be dangerous]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5576242/2024/06/25/nfl-underrated-overrated-teams-bengals-packers-49ers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5576242/2024/06/25/nfl-underrated-overrated-teams-bengals-packers-49ers/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 10:00:37 GMT<![CDATA[NBA Draft 2024: John Hollinger’s Top 75 prospects, featuring Bronny James and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5578790/2024/06/25/nba-draft-prospects-hollinger-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5578790/2024/06/25/nba-draft-prospects-hollinger-2024/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 10:00:20 GMT<![CDATA[MLB trade deadline report: Targets and teams to track in murky market]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5587838/2024/06/25/mlb-trade-deadline-notes-targets-teams-buyers-sellers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5587838/2024/06/25/mlb-trade-deadline-notes-targets-teams-buyers-sellers/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 09:01:00 GMTOAKLAND, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 19: Mason Miller #19 of the Oakland Athletics celebrates his game-winning strike out against the Kansas City Royals in the ninth inning at Oakland Coliseum on June 19, 2024 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Eakin Howard/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLB trade deadline watch: White Sox scout contenders, Mason Miller's value and more]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5588578/2024/06/25/mlb-trade-deadline-white-sox-mason-miller/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5588578/2024/06/25/mlb-trade-deadline-white-sox-mason-miller/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 09:00:49 GMTCHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JUNE 19: Starting pitcher Garrett Crochet #45 of the Chicago White Sox throws in the first inning against the Houston Astros at Guaranteed Rate Field on June 19, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images)<![CDATA[What are the biggest NBA Draft needs for each team? Assessing all 30 young cores]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5563644/2024/06/25/nba-draft-needs-young-cores/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5563644/2024/06/25/nba-draft-needs-young-cores/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 09:00:47 GMTBROOKLYN, NY - JUNE 22: A look of the stage before the draft during the 2023 NBA Draft on June 22, 2023 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Kostas Lymperopoulos/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Which NHL teams need upgrades on defense? Ranking all 32 teams by current quality]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5587656/2024/06/25/nhl-defense-free-agency-trade/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5587656/2024/06/25/nhl-defense-free-agency-trade/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 09:00:43 GMT<![CDATA[MLB Power Rankings: Phillies, Yankees fight for first, Blue Jays wilt; Who's your team's MDP?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5586794/2024/06/25/mlb-power-rankings-yankees-phillies-2/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5586794/2024/06/25/mlb-power-rankings-yankees-phillies-2/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 09:00:41 GMT<![CDATA[Missing Bats: How culture and tech converged to spread baseball’s strikeout gospel]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5561740/2024/06/25/missing-bats-part-2-technology-coaching-spread-strikeouts/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5561740/2024/06/25/missing-bats-part-2-technology-coaching-spread-strikeouts/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 09:00:39 GMT<![CDATA[Cavs' choice of Kenny Atkinson shows Dan Gilbert is back in charge]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5588442/2024/06/25/cleveland-cavs-coach-kenny-atkinson-dan-gilbert-cavaliers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5588442/2024/06/25/cleveland-cavs-coach-kenny-atkinson-dan-gilbert-cavaliers/Tue, 25 Jun 2024 09:00:19 GMTSALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - FEBRUARY 12: Assistant coach Kenny Atkinson looks on during the first half against the Utah Jazz at Delta Center on February 12, 2024 in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)<![CDATA[San Jose Earthquakes fire head coach Luchi Gonzalez]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5587553/2024/06/24/san-jose-earthquakes-fire-gonzalez/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5587553/2024/06/24/san-jose-earthquakes-fire-gonzalez/Mon, 24 Jun 2024 18:38:40 GMTSAN JOSE, CA - JUNE 15: San Jose Earthquakes head coach Luchi Gonzalez gives instructions during a game between FC Cincinnati and San Jose Earthquakes at PayPal Park on June 15, 2024 in San Jose, California. (Photo by Bob Drebin/ISI Photos/Getty Images)<![CDATA[MLS attendance up 12 percent from 2023 — and it's not all down to Messi]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5587245/2024/06/24/mls-attendance-rise/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5587245/2024/06/24/mls-attendance-rise/Mon, 24 Jun 2024 16:30:01 GMTMay 18, 2024; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Revolution defender Andrew Farrell (88) gives his jersey to a fan after the game against the Philadelphia Union at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[San Francisco Giants week in review: The loss of a legend and on-field losses pile up]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5571688/2024/06/24/sf-giants-week-review-willie-mays-tribute-losing-streak/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5571688/2024/06/24/sf-giants-week-review-willie-mays-tribute-losing-streak/Mon, 24 Jun 2024 14:39:08 GMTJun 20, 2024; Fairfield, Alabama, USA; A tribute to Willie Mays #24 painted behind home plate at Rickwood Field the oldest baseball stadium in America before the start of the MLB at Rickwood Field tribute game to the Negro Leagues. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Cavaliers hiring Warriors assistant Kenny Atkinson as next coach: Sources]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5586028/2024/06/24/cleveland-cavaliers-coaching-search-donovan-mitchell-contract/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5586028/2024/06/24/cleveland-cavaliers-coaching-search-donovan-mitchell-contract/Mon, 24 Jun 2024 13:21:24 GMTSACRAMENTO, CA - APRIL 16: Assistant Coach Kenny Atkinson of the Golden State Warriors coaches during the game against the Sacramento Kings during the 2024 Play-In Tournament on April 16, 2024 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images)<![CDATA[2024 NBA Draft Confidential: Coaches, executives, scouts on Risacher and top forward prospects]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5582670/2024/06/24/nba-draft-confidential-2024-forwards/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5582670/2024/06/24/nba-draft-confidential-2024-forwards/Mon, 24 Jun 2024 11:30:29 GMTPARIS, FRANCE - APRIL 28: Zaccharie Risacher (10) (Bourg en Bresse) passing the parisian defense during the French National Basketball League (LNB) game between the Paris Basket and the Bourg en Bresse at Adidas Arena on April 28, 2024 in Paris, France. 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Picking one concern for all 32]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5578672/2024/06/24/nfl-teams-biggest-concerns-training-camp/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5578672/2024/06/24/nfl-teams-biggest-concerns-training-camp/Mon, 24 Jun 2024 09:00:40 GMT<![CDATA[A beginner's guide to the 2024 NHL Draft: Top storylines, top prospects and biggest questions]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5573422/2024/06/24/nhl-draft-order-prospects-guide/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5573422/2024/06/24/nhl-draft-order-prospects-guide/Mon, 24 Jun 2024 09:00:29 GMTWALTHAM, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 7: Macklin Celebrini #71 of the Boston University Terriers warms up before a game against the Bentley Falcons during NCAA hockey at Bentley Arena on October 7, 2023 in Waltham, Massachusetts. The Terriers won 3-2 in overtime. 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Ranking all 32 teams by current quality]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5583984/2024/06/24/nhl-wingers-free-agency-trade/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5583984/2024/06/24/nhl-wingers-free-agency-trade/Mon, 24 Jun 2024 09:00:03 GMT<![CDATA[One difference-making trade for each of NL's 10 teams in wild-card race, from Braves to Giants]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5584911/2024/06/24/mlb-trade-deadline-national-league-wild-card-team-deals/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5584911/2024/06/24/mlb-trade-deadline-national-league-wild-card-team-deals/Mon, 24 Jun 2024 08:59:46 GMT<![CDATA[SF Giants notes: The rotation is in shambles, but Blake Snell isn't ready to provide aid]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5585760/2024/06/23/sf-giants-rotation-blake-snell-robbie-ray/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5585760/2024/06/23/sf-giants-rotation-blake-snell-robbie-ray/Mon, 24 Jun 2024 01:31:57 GMTApr 19, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants pitcher Blake Snell (7) reacts after walking an Arizona Diamondbacks batter during the fourth inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[The Giants have been throwing more relief innings than almost anyone else (again)]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5565226/2024/06/23/sf-giants-bullpen-usage-innings-analysis/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5565226/2024/06/23/sf-giants-bullpen-usage-innings-analysis/Sun, 23 Jun 2024 12:00:57 GMTCHICAGO, ILLINOIS - JUNE 18: Manager Bob Melvin #6 of the San Francisco Giants stands on the mound after removing Tyler Rogers #71 of the San Francisco Giants during the eighth inning of a game against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on June 18, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. The Cubs defeated the Giants 5-2. (Photo by Nuccio DiNuzzo/Getty Images)<![CDATA[What NHL offseason trades, signings and other moves would we like to see? One pick for each team]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5579497/2024/06/23/nhl-free-agency-trades-offseason-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5579497/2024/06/23/nhl-free-agency-trades-offseason-2024/Sun, 23 Jun 2024 12:00:33 GMT<![CDATA[2024 NBA Draft Confidential: Coaches, executives, scouts on top guard prospects]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5579738/2024/06/23/nba-draft-confidential-guards-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5579738/2024/06/23/nba-draft-confidential-guards-2024/Sun, 23 Jun 2024 10:00:37 GMTSTORRS, CONNECTICUT - DECEMBER 09: Cam Spencer #12 and Stephon Castle #5 of the Connecticut Huskies celebrate during the game against the Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions at Harry A. Gampel Pavilion on December 09, 2023 in Storrs, Connecticut. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)<![CDATA[NHL Mock Draft 2024: Scott Wheeler's final predictions for the first two rounds]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5570815/2024/06/23/nhl-mock-draft-2024-two-rounds-celebrini-levshunov/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5570815/2024/06/23/nhl-mock-draft-2024-two-rounds-celebrini-levshunov/Sun, 23 Jun 2024 09:00:40 GMT<![CDATA[Negotiations between Klay Thompson, Warriors frozen as free agency looms: Sources]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5583540/2024/06/22/klay-thompson-free-agency-warriors-negotiations/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5583540/2024/06/22/klay-thompson-free-agency-warriors-negotiations/Sat, 22 Jun 2024 17:25:56 GMTSALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - FEBRUARY 12: Klay Thompson #11 of the Golden State Warriors in action during the first half of a game against the Golden State Warriors at Delta Center on February 12, 2024 in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)<![CDATA[NHL free agency 2024: Every team’s toughest decision, from Stamkos to Kane to Reinhart vs. Montour]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5579502/2024/06/22/nhl-free-agency-names-kane-stamkos-reinhart/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5579502/2024/06/22/nhl-free-agency-names-kane-stamkos-reinhart/Sat, 22 Jun 2024 12:00:14 GMTSUNRISE, FL - JUNE 1: Brandon Montour #62 and Sam Reinhart #13 of the Florida Panthers stretch prior to the game against the New York Rangers in Game Six of the Eastern Conference Final of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at the Amerant Bank Arena on June 1, 2024 in Sunrise, Florida. (Photo by Joel Auerbach/Getty Images)<![CDATA[NHL Draft 2024: Pronman and Wheeler answer the biggest questions facing teams]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5565930/2024/06/22/nhl-draft-2024-biggest-questions/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5565930/2024/06/22/nhl-draft-2024-biggest-questions/Sat, 22 Jun 2024 09:00:28 GMT<![CDATA[Baugh: Andrew Cogliano retires as a beloved example to NHL players]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5581458/2024/06/21/avalanche-andrew-cogliano-retirement/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5581458/2024/06/21/avalanche-andrew-cogliano-retirement/Fri, 21 Jun 2024 20:25:06 GMTTAMPA, FLORIDA - JUNE 26: Andrew Cogliano #11 of the Colorado Avalanche lifts the Stanley Cup after defeating the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-1 in Game Six of the 2022 NHL Stanley Cup Final at Amalie Arena on June 26, 2022 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)<![CDATA[When Willie Mays became a superstar and an American icon]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5580221/2024/06/21/willie-mays-history-american-icon/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5580221/2024/06/21/willie-mays-history-american-icon/Fri, 21 Jun 2024 18:51:24 GMTFILE - New York Giants center fielder Willie Mays signs autographs at an exhibition baseball game in Oakland, Calif., in March 1952. Mays, the electrifying “Say Hey Kid” whose singular combination of talent, drive and exuberance made him one of baseball’s greatest and most beloved players, has died. He was 93. Mays&#039; family and the San Francisco Giants jointly announced Tuesday night, June 18, 2024, he had “passed away peacefully” Tuesday afternoon surrounded by loved ones. (AP Photo/File)<![CDATA[Top 100 NBA Draft prospects in 2024: Tiers, final rankings, analysis and Big Board]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5579170/2024/06/21/nba-draft-2024-top-100-prospects-guide-bronny-james/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5579170/2024/06/21/nba-draft-2024-top-100-prospects-guide-bronny-james/Fri, 21 Jun 2024 16:02:10 GMT<![CDATA[Giants celebrate Willie Mays, pay tribute to Negro Leagues at Rickwood Field]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5580519/2024/06/21/giants-willie-mays-rickwood-field/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5580519/2024/06/21/giants-willie-mays-rickwood-field/Fri, 21 Jun 2024 14:36:53 GMTBIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA - JUNE 20: Heliot Ramos #17 of the San Francisco Giants rounds the bases after hitting a three-run home run during the third inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Rickwood Field on June 20, 2024 in Birmingham, Alabama. (Photo by Casey Sykes/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Imagining a mock 2024 NBA Draft using only college basketball's best prospects]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5539645/2024/06/21/nba-draft-college-basketball-reed-sheppard-stephon-castle/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5539645/2024/06/21/nba-draft-college-basketball-reed-sheppard-stephon-castle/Fri, 21 Jun 2024 11:35:18 GMT<![CDATA[Which NHL teams need upgrades at center? Ranking all 32 teams by current quality]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5579764/2024/06/21/nhl-centers-free-agency-trade/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5579764/2024/06/21/nhl-centers-free-agency-trade/Fri, 21 Jun 2024 10:06:53 GMT<![CDATA[What's it like when Steph Curry shows up at a pickup game? 'Even the adults were screaming']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5575595/2024/06/21/steph-curry-pickup-sacramento/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5575595/2024/06/21/steph-curry-pickup-sacramento/Fri, 21 Jun 2024 10:00:18 GMT<![CDATA[NBA Player Tiers: Kevin Durant, Steph Curry hang on in Tier 1, but how much longer?]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5578457/2024/06/21/nba-player-tiers-kevin-durant-steph-curry-hang-on-in-tier-1-but-how-much-longer/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5578457/2024/06/21/nba-player-tiers-kevin-durant-steph-curry-hang-on-in-tier-1-but-how-much-longer/Fri, 21 Jun 2024 09:30:54 GMT<![CDATA[Every Western Conference NHL team’s worst value contract in 2023-24]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5574882/2024/06/21/western-conference-nhl-worst-contract-2023-2024/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5574882/2024/06/21/western-conference-nhl-worst-contract-2023-2024/Fri, 21 Jun 2024 09:00:50 GMT<![CDATA[Each team's biggest need at the 2024 NHL Draft: Position, size and skill]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5564521/2024/06/21/nhl-draft-2024-team-needs/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5564521/2024/06/21/nhl-draft-2024-team-needs/Fri, 21 Jun 2024 09:00:37 GMTSECAUCUS, NEW JERSEY - MAY 07: NHL Draft Lottery positions are seen during the 2024 NHL Draft Lottery at NHL Network Studio on May 07, 2024 in Secaucus, New Jersey. (Photo by Mike Stobe/NHLI via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Cardinals' Willie McGee savors his brush with baseball history: 'They deserve this']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5580233/2024/06/21/mlb-cardinals-bill-greason-willie-mcgee/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5580233/2024/06/21/mlb-cardinals-bill-greason-willie-mcgee/Fri, 21 Jun 2024 05:27:44 GMTBIRMINGHAM, AL - JUNE 20: Former Birmingham Black Baron and St. Louis Cardinal Bill Greason throws out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the 2024 Rickwood game between the San Francisco Giants and the St. Louis Cardinals at Rickwood Field on Thursday, June 20, 2024 in Birmingham, Alabama. (Photo by Mary DeCicco/MLB Photos via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Say Hey: The Willie Mays song with the connection to Birmingham's Rickwood Field]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5579856/2024/06/20/willie-mays-say-hey-song-rickwood-field/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5579856/2024/06/20/willie-mays-say-hey-song-rickwood-field/Fri, 21 Jun 2024 01:18:39 GMTNew York Giants&#039; Willie Mays, takes a batting practice swing on June 24, 1954, in New York. Major League Baseball said Tuesday, May 28, 2024, that it has incorporated records for more than 2,300 Negro Leagues players following a three-year research project. Mays was credited with 10 hits for the 1948 Birmingham Black Barons of the Negro American League, raising his total to 3,293. (AP Photo/John Lent)<![CDATA[NBA free agency: LeBron James, Paul George and the top 25 available players in 2024]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5570940/2024/06/20/nba-free-agency-best-available-players-lebron-james/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5570940/2024/06/20/nba-free-agency-best-available-players-lebron-james/Thu, 20 Jun 2024 15:58:23 GMT<![CDATA[Willie Mays is a monument to an era of Black baseball gone but never forgotten]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5577653/2024/06/20/willie-mays-black-baseball-history/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5577653/2024/06/20/willie-mays-black-baseball-history/Thu, 20 Jun 2024 15:32:19 GMTWillie Mays<![CDATA[NHL trade big board: What we're hearing about the offseason's top targets]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5573911/2024/06/20/nhl-offseason-trade-board/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5573911/2024/06/20/nhl-offseason-trade-board/Thu, 20 Jun 2024 14:30:24 GMT<![CDATA[NBA mock draft 2024: Donovan Clingan to Hawks? Why No. 1 pick is still up for grabs]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5571609/2024/06/20/nba-mock-draft-hawks-donovan-clingan-bronny-james/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5571609/2024/06/20/nba-mock-draft-hawks-donovan-clingan-bronny-james/Thu, 20 Jun 2024 12:21:33 GMTMar 9, 2024; Providence, Rhode Island, USA; Providence Friars guard Devin Carter (22) tries to shoot through the defense of Connecticut Huskies guard Stephon Castle (5) and center Donovan Clingan (32) during the first half at Amica Mutual Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[Rob Ryan enjoying being back with Raiders — and being part of 'a great defense']]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5574270/2024/06/20/rob-ryan-las-vegas-raiders-defense/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5574270/2024/06/20/rob-ryan-las-vegas-raiders-defense/Thu, 20 Jun 2024 11:01:05 GMTLAS VEGAS, NEVADA - NOVEMBER 26: Senior defensive analyst Rob Ryan of the Las Vegas Raiders looks on prior to a game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Allegiant Stadium on November 26, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Getty Images)<![CDATA[Why tailback Isaac Guerendo is so enticing to the 49ers]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5559095/2024/06/20/49ers-isaac-guerendo-rookie-running-back/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5559095/2024/06/20/49ers-isaac-guerendo-rookie-running-back/Thu, 20 Jun 2024 11:00:39 GMTSANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 04: Isaac Guerendo #49 of the San Francisco 49ers works out during mini camp on June 04, 2024 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)<![CDATA[NBA Player Tiers: Wembanyama joins LeBron, Jalen Brunson and other All-NBA contenders]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5575511/2024/06/20/nba-player-tiers-victor-wembanyama-jalen-brunson-anthony-edwards-all-star/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5575511/2024/06/20/nba-player-tiers-victor-wembanyama-jalen-brunson-anthony-edwards-all-star/Thu, 20 Jun 2024 10:00:54 GMT<![CDATA[The incomparable Willie Mays: 22 numbers that highlight the greatness of No. 24]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5577360/2024/06/20/willie-mays-career-numbers-24/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5577360/2024/06/20/willie-mays-career-numbers-24/Thu, 20 Jun 2024 09:30:09 GMTFILE - In this Aptil 30, 1961, file photo, San Francisco Giants star outfielder, Willie Mays, proudly displays the four baseballs in the clubhouse representing the four homers which he hit against the Milwaukee Braves in Milwaukee. The four homers tied the record of four homers in a single game held by nine other major league players at the time. The Giants won 14-4. Willie&#039;s homers accounted for eight runs batted in.(AP Photo/File)<![CDATA[Excerpt from The Athletic's 'The Basketball 100': A game where 'talent and will' win out]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5573843/2024/06/20/the-athletic-basketball-100-book-intro-excerpt/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5573843/2024/06/20/the-athletic-basketball-100-book-intro-excerpt/Thu, 20 Jun 2024 09:00:09 GMT<![CDATA[Postcard from Rickwood Field: MLB prepares to honor the Negro Leagues]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5577189/2024/06/19/mlb-rickwood-willie-mays-negro-leagues/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5577189/2024/06/19/mlb-rickwood-willie-mays-negro-leagues/Thu, 20 Jun 2024 02:55:16 GMTBIRMINGHAM, - JUNE 18: Former Negro Leagues player Al Holt throws out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the game between the Montgomery Biscuits and the Birmingham Barons at Rickwood Field on Tuesday, June 18, 2024 in Birmingham, Alabama. (Photo by Daniel Shirey/MLB Photos via Getty Images)<![CDATA[Giants prepare for an emotional experience honoring Willie Mays at Rickwood Field]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5577261/2024/06/19/sf-giants-willie-mays-rickwood-field-preparation/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5577261/2024/06/19/sf-giants-willie-mays-rickwood-field-preparation/Thu, 20 Jun 2024 01:20:53 GMTJun 19, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; San Francisco Giants manager Bob Melvin (6) looks on from the dugout before a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports<![CDATA[George Kittle, his 49ers teammates and the detailed focus of 2024 Tight End U]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5575651/2024/06/19/49ers-george-kittle-tight-end-u/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5575651/2024/06/19/49ers-george-kittle-tight-end-u/Wed, 19 Jun 2024 19:42:49 GMT<![CDATA[Sharks claim Barclay Goodrow, opening up cap space for Rangers]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5575936/2024/06/19/sharks-barclay-goodrow-rangers-waivers/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5575936/2024/06/19/sharks-barclay-goodrow-rangers-waivers/Wed, 19 Jun 2024 18:08:12 GMTSUNRISE, FLORIDA - MAY 26: Barclay Goodrow #21 of the New York Rangers celebrates after scoring a goal on Rasmus Asplund #74 of the Florida Panthers during the second period in Game Three of the Eastern Conference Final of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Amerant Bank Arena on May 26, 2024 in Sunrise, Florida. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)<![CDATA['He was Willie Mays': Remembering the best player of the generation that electrified baseball]]>https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5576106/2024/06/19/willie-mays-generational-player-baseball/https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5576106/2024/06/19/willie-mays-generational-player-baseball/Wed, 19 Jun 2024 17:04:20 GMTFILE - This is a 1955 file photo showing New York Giants baseball player Willie Mays. Mays turns 90 on Thursday, May 6, 2021. (AP Photo/File)