A genial “old school” leader, he took New Mexico State and then Illinois deep into the N.C.A.A. tournament. In a 42-year career, he won close to 800 games.
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The two teams were going in opposite directions when the N.H.L.’s regular season was halted in mid-March. Both will try to speed into playoff mode, starting with an exhibition game on Wednesday.
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He helped Toronto win four Stanley Cups in the ’60s, his pugnacity earning love in Toronto (and, no surprise, hatred in rival Montreal).
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When hockey’s postseason starts this weekend, finalists for the league’s top awards — like Edmonton’s Leon Draisaitl — will get a long-delayed chance to shine.
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The team’s new name and logo reference a mythical sea monster that has taken on popular appeal in recent years. It is already being met with cheers.
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As the N.C.A.A. appealed for a federal policy for name, image and likeness rights, senators criticized the organization’s handling of amateurism rules and the return of sports amid the pandemic.
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The N.H.L. cut the pay of some staff members by 25 percent to reduce costs during the league’s suspension. But while hockey is returning, full salaries are not.
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