In Canada, a Hockey Revival

The Flying Fathers were like the Harlem Globetrotters on skates. Now a group of priests are trying to bring them back.

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For the Islanders, a Tale of Two Cities

Something about how the Islanders are leaving Brooklyn and going back to Long Island.

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The Flyers’ Goalie-Go-Round May Have Discovered a Star

Injuries have forced Philadelphia to use seven goalies this season, tying an N.H.L. record. But out of that mayhem, Carter Hart is emerging as a difference maker.

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Barely Drawing a Whisper Where Hockey Is the Talk of the Town

The Toronto Furies of the Canadian Women’s Hockey League attract few fans and little money. A former goalie has made it her mission to put the team on better footing.

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In the N.H.L., Finland Is Now Here, There and Everywhere

A country of 5.5 million people is providing the league with a golden generation of young players, including Mikko Rantanen and Patrik Laine.

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From a Church in Philadelphia, Sports Reference Informs the World

A network of sports data websites began when a Ph.D. candidate needed a distraction. Last year those sites generated a billion page views.

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Zion Williamson and Ja Morant Lead College Basketball’s Dunking Renaissance

Three-pointers continue to rise, but a collection of terrific athletes are sending college basketball back above the rim.

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