N.H.L. Roundup: Rangers Finally Win at Barclays Center; Devils Edge Flyers

The Rangers won in Brooklyn for the first time since the Islanders began playing home games there in 2015.

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A Mystery for the Reeling Rangers: How to Beat the Islanders

The Rangers have lost 13 of 15 games to their local rivals and have never won a regular-season game at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.

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Citing Concussion-Related Symptoms, Rick Nash Retires From Hockey

Nash, the No. 1 overall pick by Columbus in 2002, scored 437 career goals with the Blue Jackets, the Rangers and the Bruins.

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In Battle of No. 1 vs. No. 2, Notre Dame Holds Off Louisville

The Irish escaped a close game with a 14-2 run in the final minutes to beat the Cardinals and hold on to their top ranking.

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Sorry, Canada: Parity Reshapes the World Junior Championship

Canada used to own the under-20 ice hockey world championships. But in recent years, Finland and the U.S. have won the event more often than the Canadians.

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Men’s Basketball Roundup: St. John’s Wins at Georgetown for First Time Since 2003

Shamorie Ponds had 37 points as St. John’s beat Georgetown in overtime on Saturday to snap a 13-game losing streak against the Hoyas in Washington.

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United States 2, Russia 1: U.S. Beats Russia to Reach the World Juniors Title Game

Seeking its fifth title and its first since 2017, the United States will play in the championship game on Saturday night.

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