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Seven Players To Watch In Talent-Loaded Beanpot Tournament
Some of the best talent college hockey has to offer will take center stage during the Dunkin’ Beanpot at TD Garden.
It feels like Boston College is bursting at the seams with NHL prospects while Boston University, Northeastern and Harvard have their share of top-tier difference-makers ready to make an impact on the tournament.
The high-end skill sets will be on display starting Monday night when BU takes on Harvard in the first semifinal at 5 p.m. ET followed by BC squaring off in the night cap against Northeastern, which is scheduled for 8 p.m. Both games can be seen on NESN.
Here are seven players to have an eye on in the Beanpot:
Gabe Perreault, Boston College
Perreault certainly won’t hear cheers much longer at TD Garden since he’s a 2023 first-round pick (No. 23 overall) of the New York Rangers. But Perreault gives Eagles fans something to cheer about all the time with his dynamic ability. The sophomore forward leads the No. 1-ranked team in the country with 32 points from nine goals and 23 assists. Perreault’s assist total ranks second in the nation.Story continues below advertisement
Quinn Hutson, Boston University
Hutson is just the latest from his family to star for the Terriers — his brother, Lane, had a ton of success with BU, which has now carried over with the Montreal Canadiens. The junior forward is as well-balanced as they come, logging 15 goals and 15 assists on the season. It’s the third straight season Hutson has tallied at least 15 goals and he’s on pace this season to set new career highs.Ryan Leonard, Boston College
Leonard has lived up to the billing of being the No. 8 overall pick by the Washington Capitals in the 2023 NHL Draft since stepping foot onto the Chestnut Hill campus. That’s not an easy feat. The sophomore forward enters the tournament as the top goal-scorer in the nation with 22 tallies and he also has eight assists for 30 points. The Amherst, Mass., native definitely has the look of a player who will make a name for himself in the NHL.Jack Williams, Northeastern
Williams will have a big say in Northeastern trying to capture a Beanpot three-peat. He leads the Huskies with 12 goals and 17 assists for 29 points. The junior forward also has three game-winning goals under his belt this season and showed his ability to come up clutch during last year’s Beanpot when he netted the game-tying goal in the championship game against BU.James Hagens, Boston College
Macklin Celebrini starred for BU last season and performed well on the Beanpot stage before becoming the No. 1 overall pick in the NHL draft. Hagens is looking to do the same. The highly touted NHL prospect is having a solid freshman season with the Eagles. He’s done more setting up than scoring with 21 assists compared to six goals, but he’s an adept playmaker even though he just turned 18 years old three months ago.Story continues below advertisement
Joe Miller, Harvard
The 2020 Toronto Maple Leafs sixth-round draft pick will look to leave an imprint on the Beanpot. The junior forward leads the Crimson with 15 points off four goals and 11 assists. If Harvard can make some noise in the tournament, Miller likely will be at the center of it.Jacob Fowler, Boston College
Fowler is the favorite to win the Eberly Award, which is given to the top goalie of the tournament. The sophomore netminder has been rock-solid in net all season, boasting a spectacular 1.63 goals-against average an .938 save percentage en route to a 17-3-1 record with six shutouts. Two more good games from Fowler and he could walk away with some hardware.Honorable Mention: Teddy Stiga (BC), Cole Eiserman (BU), Cam Lund (Northeastern), Drew Fortescue (BC).
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The Beanpot Tournament is one of the most prestigious college hockey tournaments in the country, featuring teams from Boston University, Boston College, Harvard, and Northeastern University. With so much talent on the ice, there are several players to keep an eye on during this year’s tournament. Here are seven players to watch:1. Spencer Knight (Boston College) – The highly touted goaltender is a top NHL prospect and has been instrumental in Boston College’s success this season.
2. Trevor Zegras (Boston University) – The skilled forward and Anaheim Ducks prospect is a dynamic playmaker who can change the game in an instant.
3. Matt Boldy (Boston College) – Another top NHL prospect, Boldy is a scoring machine and a key player for Boston College.
4. Devin Levi (Northeastern University) – The goaltender has been stellar for Northeastern this season and will be a key player in the tournament.
5. Jack DeBoer (Harvard) – The freshman forward has been a standout for Harvard this season and will be a player to watch in the tournament.
6. Jay O’Brien (Boston University) – The forward has been on a tear this season and will look to continue his hot streak in the tournament.
7. Dylan Jackson (Northeastern University) – The defenseman has been a key player for Northeastern this season and will look to make an impact in the tournament.
These players are just a few of the talented athletes competing in this year’s Beanpot Tournament. Be sure to tune in to see some of the best college hockey players in action.
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WNBA free agency chaos lies more in players’ hands than ever before
Jewell Loyd donned a gray dri-fit shirt with the Las Vegas Aces logo across the chest as she sat in front of a black backboard branded with more of her new team logos Saturday for her introductory press conference. A smile was plastered across her face.
After spending the past decade with the Seattle Storm, Loyd is excited and rejuvenated for a new opportunity.
She called joining the Aces as part of the three-team trade that sent Kelsey Plum to Los Angeles and the 2025 No. 2 overall pick to Seattle a “fresh breath.”
“I can’t wait,” Loyd said. “I’ve been smiling the whole week.”
Jewell Loyd #24 of the Seattle Storm handles the ball during the game against the Las Vegas Aces during Round one Game one of the 2024 WNBA Playoffs on September 22, 2024 at Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. NBAE via Getty Images Loyd and Plum were among the first major moves of free agency that sent shockwaves through the league.
Since news broke of that tentative deal earlier this week – which was made official on the first day of the WNBA free agency signing period Saturday – many other high-profile players have decided to suit up for different teams in 2025.
Alyssa Thomas is expected to sign with the Phoenix Mercury after spending the first 11 years of her WNBA career with the Connecticut Sun. She’ll be playing alongside Satou Sabally, who was moved to Phoenix as part of another major three-team trade.
Longtime Mercury center and nine-time All-Star Brittney Griner landed on the Atlanta Dream as her next destination, where she’ll team up with Brionna Jones who left Connecticut this offseason after eight seasons.
Phantom center Brittney Griner (42) defends against Mist forward Breanna Stewart (30) during the first half of an Unrivaled 3-on-3 basketball game Friday, Jan. 24, 2025, in Medley, Fla. AP Dallas Wings forward Satou Sabally handles the ball during a WNBA basketball game against the New York Liberty, Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024, in Arlington, Texas. AP Courtney Vandersloot is returning to the Sky after spending two seasons in New York, and Kelsey Mitchell is expected to re-sign with the Indiana Fever.
The list can go on and on.
But this trend of massive player movement in free agency has been ramping up for several years now. It’s partly due to players being more empowered than ever to dictate where they want to play.
“That’s just the evolution of the league and what we’re seeing basketball and women’s sports going,” Loyd said. “There’s definitely a lot more freedom and things happening and changes.
“For me personally, I just think that you want to always find ways to improve and get better. That’s what I’m trying to do every single day and that led me to be a part of the Aces. And so I just think that’s just the evolution of where the league is going.”
In some ways, the player movement is also sending a message to teams to get with the program or you’ll be left behind.
Some players, including Sabally, forced their way out of their current situations in search for better environments and player experiences.
Not every WNBA team has its own training facility with first-rate amenities.
In last year’s playoffs, the Sun infamously had a practice disrupted by a 2-year-old’s birthday party, which Thomas called “the ultimate disrespect.”
Being a part of Unrivaled this offseason opened Thomas’ eyes even more to the disparity in what Connecticut doesn’t offer its players.
“We don’t have any of this kind of stuff in Connecticut from the medical equipment to the cold tubs, the chefs, we don’t have anything like that in Connecticut,” Thomas said. “So that’s what we were accustomed to but being here and seeing how these kinds of things feel, I mean, it’s definitely a different experience for me…
“We’re pro-level athletes. You need these things to take care of your body to be successful and in Connecticut, we haven’t had any of that.”
Aces president Nikki Fargas said free agency also has benefited from increased investment from WNBA teams, including restructuring front offices and bolstering coaching staffs.
The days of head coaches also being general managers are over.
Las Vegas Aces President Nikki Fargas (L) and Tom Brady talk before the Aces’ game against the Phoenix Mercury at Michelob ULTRA Arena on May 14, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Getty Images But what’s unfolded over the past week is just the beginning, according to Fargas.
Most players will be signing only one-year deals because the new collective bargaining agreement that is expected to bring massive salary bumps is slated to come into effect in 2026.
The WNBA is also expected to add expansion teams in Toronto and Portland next season.
“We’re growing and expanding and bringing more teams, I think the opportunities are going to be limitless for the franchises to be able to put together quality rosters because we’re getting quality players in this league,” Fargas said. “Not only are we using the pipeline of players that are coming from the collegiate level but also internationally.”
The WNBA free agency period has always been an exciting time for fans and teams alike, but this year, the chaos lies more in the hands of the players than ever before. With a record number of unrestricted free agents hitting the market, many players are in a position to dictate their own futures and shape the league in significant ways.Gone are the days when teams could easily retain their star players with lucrative contracts or other incentives. Now, players have more agency and power to choose where they want to play and with whom they want to team up. This newfound freedom has led to a flurry of activity in the free agency market, with players exploring all their options and considering all possibilities before making a decision.
This shift in power dynamic has created a sense of unpredictability and excitement in the WNBA, as fans eagerly await to see where their favorite players will end up. It also puts pressure on teams to make compelling offers and create appealing environments for players to choose them over other potential suitors.
As the free agency chaos unfolds, one thing is clear: the players are in control like never before, and their decisions will have a lasting impact on the league for years to come. Stay tuned for more updates as the drama continues to unfold.
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Players Hoping To Add More Playmaking
The NBA trade deadline is less than one week away. By Thursday, Feb. 6 at 12:00 p.m. PT, all trades will be made and rosters will be largely finalized for the second half of the season outside of buyout additions. The big question surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers is what assets they’ll be willing to sacrifice and what they are looking to do over the next five days.
Most of the rumors swirling have had to do with the Lakers adding a center. The team has reportedly been looking to add another quality big man all season long, but that was fueled by Anthony Davis publicly requesting to be moved back to the power forward with a starting-caliber center by his side. It’s unclear if there are even any options available on the market, and if their price tag is one the Lakers are willing to pay.
But reportedly, there is a different desire within the Lakers roster other than adding a big man, according to Dan Woike of The L.A. Times:
A center also is not the Lakers’ lone need. According to players inside the locker room discouraged from publicly discussing trade targets, there’s a desire for more playmaking, a need that’s become clear since the team traded D’Angelo Russell.
Shake Milton, acquired with Finney-Smith in the Russell trade, has struggled off the bench, and the team could look for a more dynamic player to give their backup backcourt more pop alongside Gabe Vincent.
The Lakers knew this might be an issue when they dealt D’Angelo Russell for Dorian Finney-Smith, but clearly felt that it was a worthwhile risk. Finney-Smith instantly helped raise the team’s defensive ceiling and has already spent some time in the starting lineup, but the lack of secondary playmakers after Austin Reaves and LeBron James has been apparent at times.
It’s unclear what type of deals might be available to land this type of player. Quality playmakers are expensive and hard to come by in the NBA, and the Lakers may not have the assets required to land one. But that’s what the next five days are for figuring out.
Lakers not willing to include Austin Reaves in De’Aaron Fox deal
One playmaker that is reportedly available on the trade market is All-Star De’Aaron Fox, who the Sacramento Kings are weighing moving on from. Fox’s preferred destination is the San Antonio Spurs by all accounts, but the Lakers may want to get involved given their need for a playmaker.
But they have reportedly made it clear that they do not want to deal away Austin Reaves in any iteration of a Fox trade.
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In the world of sports, playmaking is a crucial skill that can make or break a player’s performance on the field or court. Whether it’s creating scoring opportunities, setting up teammates for success, or making game-changing plays, playmaking is a valuable asset that can elevate a player’s game to the next level.As the new season approaches, many players are looking to add more playmaking to their repertoire. From improving their passing and decision-making skills to honing their vision and creativity on the field, these athletes are putting in the work to become more dynamic and impactful playmakers.
Whether it’s a point guard looking to dish out more assists, a quarterback aiming to connect with receivers downfield, or a midfielder hoping to create more scoring opportunities for their team, players across all sports are striving to enhance their playmaking abilities and make a bigger impact on the game.
So keep an eye out for these players as they hit the field or court this season, as they work to add more playmaking to their game and help lead their teams to victory.
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Bam Adebayo isn’t sugercoating his recruiting pitch to other players – Hot Hot Hoops
Miami Heat big man Bam Adebayo won’t mince words to others about how the Miami Heat organization is run. (Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson/Getty Images) The Miami Heat are still trying to navigate Jimmy Butler’s tumultuous situation, but he’s no longer the hottest name on the trade market. Sacramento Kings guard De’Aaron Fox, who’s in the fourth year of a five-year, $163 million deal, is. Though the most likely outcome is that Fox ends up in San Antonio, his preferred destination.
Fox is a former college teammate of current Heat big Bam Adebayo, who he has a very good relationship with. Adebayo was recently asked about his recruiting pitch to other players–and there’s zero beating around the bush.
“The thing is I’m telling you the whole truth. It’s not a recruiting pitch to me,” he said, according to Anthony Chiang of The Miami Herald. “I’m telling you the truth. You’re going to get here, you know what it is. There is no BS, there is no, ‘I’m going to get my numbers.’ No, no, no. This is team basketball here. We’re going to play both sides of the basketball. So that’s 82 games, plus playoffs. I’m not sugarcoating anything. You make your decision from there.
“To me, if I consider you like family like De’Aaron, I’m not going to lie to you. You’re getting a coach that’s not going to let you go below your standard and sometimes that does get annoying. Sometimes that does rub you the wrong way. But it’s a coach that expects more out of you because he sees something. When you have a coach like that, you can’t take that for granted. There have been many coaches in some organizations that they’re there for a season. How are you supposed to bank equity with a coach who’s only there for a season, two seasons? You can’t really hone in and become something when it’s like that. For us, we got a coach that’s going to be here for a very long time that really cares about winning, but also cares about us.”
The Heat haven’t landed a big-time free agent since Kyle Lowry, who agreed to a three-year, $87 million deal ahead of the 2021-22 season. That was more Butler than Adebayo, however, as Butler and Lowry were close friends.
It’s worth appreciating how Adebayo isn’t afraid to tell other players like it is so they know what they’re walking into. Sure, most “recruiting pitches” involve plenty of sunshine pumping and telling you only about the good stuff; it’s a sales pitch. You don’t oftentimes hear the bad in the sales pitch.
But I would rather the captain tell me the truth–from the good, bad and ugly. That’s the sign of a very good captain. If you tell me how it is before we talk into the trenches, the same will be the case once we’re in it together.
Zero organization is perfect, but the Heat has been one of the most successful franchises since the turn of the century, barring none. They’ve had unheard-of organizational stability for the last 30 years and it’s held to three titles and seven Eastern Conference Titles, even though they haven’t climbed over the mountain top in over a decade.
Players talk. Adebayo has a strong rapport around the NBA. And given his status, players who ask about the vaunted #HEATCulture are going to listen, for better or worse. Don’t expect him to sugarcoat, however.
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Bam Adebayo isn’t pulling any punches in his recruiting efforts for the Miami Heat. In a recent interview with Hot Hot Hoops, Adebayo made it clear that he is not going to sugarcoat his pitch to potential teammates.“I’m not going to sit here and tell guys that it’s all sunshine and rainbows in Miami,” Adebayo said. “We work hard, we push each other, and we hold each other accountable. But at the end of the day, we win games and we have fun doing it.”
Adebayo’s no-nonsense approach to recruiting has already paid off, as the Heat have added several key players to their roster in recent years. And with Adebayo leading the charge, it’s clear that Miami is poised for even more success in the future.
So if you’re a player looking for a team that values hard work, accountability, and winning above all else, look no further than the Miami Heat. Bam Adebayo and his teammates are ready to welcome you with open arms.
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The NBA announced the rosters for the Rising Stars Challenge for All-Star Weekend in San Francisco, highlighting the best rookies and sophomores across the league. The Rising Stars Challenge will take place on Friday, Feb. 14, with 28 of the league’s best young talent competing in a mini-tournament. The winning team will get a chance to compete against the All-Stars on Sunday night.
Here’s the pool of players who will be featured during the Rising Stars Challenge:
Bilal Coulibaly, Wizards
JD Davison, Maine Celtics
Mac McClung, Osceola Magic
Tristan da Silva, Magic
Bryce McGowens, Rip City Remix
Leonard Miller, Iowa Wolves
Dink Pate, Mexico City Capitanes
Jared McCain, 76ers (injured)
Reed Sheppard, Rio Grande Valley Vipers
Dereck Lively II, Mavericks (injured)
Pat Spencer, Santa Cruz Warriors
Brandon Miller, Hornets (injured)
Alex Sarr, Wizards
Jaylen Wells, Grizzlies
Victor Wembanyama, Spurs (will not play)
The league announced injury replacements for McCain, Lively and Miller, while Wembanyama is being replaced after being named an All-Star reserve this year. The four player replacements are:
- Anthony Black, Magic
- Ausar Thompson, Pistons
- Ryan Dunn, Suns
- Toumani Camara, Trail Blazers
Similar to last season, the Rising Stars Challenge will consist of four teams, with rosters drafted by honorary head coaches who have yet to be announced. The Rising Stars Draft will take place on Feb. 4 at 4 p.m. ET. Three of the teams will consist of NBA rookies and sophomores, while the fourth team will consist of the seven G League players selected.
2025 NBA All-Star Game rosters: Full squads set with Victor Wembanyama, Cade Cunningham among reserve picks
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The four teams will then compete in a mini-tournament, which includes two semifinal matches and a championship game. The two semifinal matches will be played to 40 points, and the championship game will be played to 25 points.
The winning Rising Stars Challenge team will then be the fourth team added to the All-Star Game on Sunday night, where they will compete against one of the three All-Star squads.
The NBA has just announced the pool of players who will have the opportunity to showcase their skills in the highly anticipated 2025 Rising Stars Game. This annual event, which features the top young talent in the league, gives fans a glimpse into the future of basketball.Among the standout players selected for the pool are rising stars such as Zion Williamson, Ja Morant, LaMelo Ball, and Anthony Edwards. These young phenoms have already made a name for themselves in the league and are sure to put on a show in the Rising Stars Game.
In addition to these established stars, the pool also includes up-and-coming players who have been making waves in the league, such as Jalen Green, Cade Cunningham, and Scottie Barnes. These players have shown immense potential and will be looking to make a statement on the big stage.
The Rising Stars Game is a chance for these young players to shine and prove that they belong among the league’s elite. The game will be a showcase of the incredible talent and potential that the NBA has to offer, and fans can expect an exciting and competitive matchup between the Rising Stars and the All-Stars.
Stay tuned for more updates on the 2025 Rising Stars Game and get ready to witness the future of basketball in action.
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#NBA #Rising #Stars #Game #League #announces #pool #players #competing #chance #play #AllStarsPGA Tour 2025 Signature Events And Top Players Performances And Odds
Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy will be consistent favorites in PGA Tour Signature Events in … [+]
The second Signature Event of the year on the PGA Tour is the annual AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am in beautiful Malibu. Scottie Scheffler makes his 2025 tournament debut after winning seven tournaments last year including four Signature Events. There are eight Signature Events in 2025 with limited-fields featuring top players with increased prize money ($20 million) and FedExCup points (700 points to the winner).
New in 2025, each Signature Event following The Sentry has a minimum field size of 72. If necessary, tournaments use an alternate list from the next available player(s) in the Aon Next 10 standings.
PGA Tour 2025 Signature Events – How It Works
- The Sentry, Jan. 2-5: Plantation Course at Kapalua, Maui, Hawaii – Winner Hideki Matsuyama
- AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, Jan. 30-Feb. 2: Pebble Beach Golf Links, Pebble Beach, CA. Defending champion Wyndham Clark
- The Genesis Invitational, Feb. 13-16: Torrey Pines South Course, San Diego, CA. Defending champion Hideki Matsuyama (at Riviera CC)
- Arnold Palmer Invitational, March 6-9: Bay Hill Club, Orlando, FL. Defending champion Scottie Scheffler
- RBC Heritage, April 17-20: Harbour Town Golf Links, Hilton Head Island, SC. Defending champion Scottie Scheffler
- Truist Championship, May 8-11: The Philadelphia Cricket Club (Wissahickon Course), Philadelphia, PA. Defending champion Rory McIlroy (Quail Hollow, previous Wells Fargo Championship)
- The Memorial Tournament, May 29-June 1: Muirfield Village Golf Club, Dublin, OH. Defending champion Scottie Scheffler
- Travelers Championship, June 19-22: TPC River Highlands, Cromwell, CT. Defending champion Scottie Scheffler
The Genesis Invitational, the Arnold Palmer Invitational and the Memorial Tournament will have a 36-hole cut to the top 50 and ties as well as anyone within 10 shots of the lead. Those three “player hosted” signature events including Tiger Woods at the Genesis and Jack Nicklaus at the The Memorial, will payout a larger portion of the prize pool to the winner – $4 million.
Penn Entertainment, the operator of ESPN BET, is launching a live betting stream on PGA TOUR LIVE on ESPN+. The ESPN BET branded stream will provide key data, insights and live betting analysis during coverage of six marquee FedExCup events across the 2025 PGA TOUR season, including three Signature Events.
ESPN BET joins FanDuel as an official betting operator of the PGA Tour. FanDuel is the official golf odds provider for the tour’s official app and website, and the pair collaborate through social media and digital channels primarily, with FanDuel advertising odds on PGA Tour official accounts.
Top Players And Performances
The FedExCup Standings and Official World Golf Ranking will change each week, and some players will move into Signature Event fields as they move up towards the top 30-50 in the standings.
Here are some of the top golfers to watch in the Signature Events with past performances and top players odds from last year’s events (updated odds week of tournament), courtesy of FanDuel Sportsbook and their house rules for golf. You’ll be able to compare players odds from last year to this year and review data golf live tournament strokes gained stats.
Additional performance charts will be added in the weeks and months ahead along with data provided by GolfStats for the final four Signature Events plus other previews, stats and golf odds from FanDuel Sportsbook.
AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am
- +450: Scottie Scheffler (+800 last year) – T6 (2024)
- +1100: Rory McIlroy (+800 last yr) – T66 (2024)
- +1200: Colin Morikawa (+2000 last yr) – T14 (2024)
- +1400: Justin Thomas (+2200 last yr) – T6 (2024)
- +1800: Patrick Cantlay (+2000 last yr) – T11 (2024), T4, T3, T11
- +1800: Ludvig Aberg (+3000 last yr) – 2nd (2024)
- +2000: Hideki Matsuyama (+8000 last yr) – T71 (2024)
- +2500: Sungjae Im (+4000 last yr) – T66 (2024)
- +2800: Tommy Fleetwood (+3500 last yr) – T31 (2024)
- +3300: Jason Day (+5500 last yr) – T6 (2024), T24, T7, 4, T4, T2
- +3500: Wyndham Clark (+6000 last yr) – Winner (2024), T18
- +3500: Sam Burns (+4000 last yr) – T10 (2024)
- +4000: Beau Hossler (+6000 last yr) – T14 (2024), T11, T3
- +4500: Shane Lowry – 5x prior to 2020, best T14
- +5000: Tom Kim (+6000 last yr) – T37 (2024)
- +5000: Maverick McNealy – T39 (2024), T33, 2, T5
- +5000: Corey Conners (+10000+ last yr) – T31 (2024)
- +5000: Taylor Pendrith – T7 (2023)
- +5000: Keegan Bradley (+8000 last yr) – T11 (2024)
- +5000: Sepp Straka – T23 (2024)
- +5000: Will Zalatoris – T55 (2021)
- +5000: Viktor Hovland (+1200 last yr) – T58 (2024), T13
- +5500: Russell Henley (+5500 last yr) – T58 (2024)
- +6000: Tony Finau (+4000 last yr) – T47 (2024)
- +6000: Jordan Spieth – T39 (2024), T63, 2, T3, T9
- +8000: Max Homa (+1600 last yr) – T66 (2024), T7, T14, T10
Recent champions of the Pebble Beach Pro-Am include Wyndham Clark (2024), Justin Rose (2023), Tom Hoge (2022), Daniel Berger (2021) and Nick Taylor (2020).
The Genesis Invitational
- Scottie Scheffler (+650 last year) – T10 (2024), T12, T7, T20
- Rory McIlroy (+1000 last yr) – T24 (2024), T29, T10, T5, T4
- Xander Schauffele (+1600 last yr) – DNS (2024), T33, T15, T13, T9
- Collin Morikawa (+1800 last yr) – T19 (2024), T6, T2, T43, T26
- Hideki Matsuyama (+9000 last yr): Winner (2024), T39, T5, T9
- Ludvig Aberg (+2200 last yr) – T19 (2024)
- Justin Thomas (+1600 last yr) – Cut (2024), T20, 6, T2, 9
- Patrick Cantlay (+1800 last yr) – T4 (2024), 3, T33, T15, T17, T4
- Tommy Fleetwood (+3500 last yr) – T10 (2024), T20, T28
- Will Zalatoris (+10000+ last yr), T2 (2024), 4, T26, T15
- Wyndham Clark (+4000 last yr) – Cut (2024), T33, T8, T17
- Sam Burns (+2200 last yr) – T10 (2024), Cut, T3, T23
- Jason Day (+5500 last yr) – 9, T9
- Max Homa (+2000 last yr) – T16 (2024), 2, T10, Win (2021), T5
- Finau (+3500 last yr) – T19 (2024), T20, 33, 2, T15, T2
- Sahith Theegala (+4000 last yr) – T6, T48
- Harris English (+10000+ last yr) – 7, T12
- Viktor Hovland (+1400 last yr) – (2024), T20, T4, T5
- Cameron Young (+3500 last yr) – T16, T20, T2
- Sungjae Im (+7500 last yr) – T44 (2024), T56, T33
- Sepp Staka ( last yr) – T45, T15, T43
- J.T. Poston (+5500 last yr) – T10, Cut, T43, T30, T28, T17
- Matt Fitzpatrick (+4000 last yr) – Cut (2024), T5, T30
- Nicolai Højgaard (+5500 last yr) – T39
- Tom Kim (+5500 last yr) – T44 (2024), T45
- Nick Taylor – DNS (2024), T20, T33
- Jordan Spieth (+2800 last yr) – DQ (2024)
- Tiger Woods (+15000 last yr) Withdrew (2024)
Recent champions of The Genesis Invitational include Hideki Matsuyama (2024), Jon Rahm (2023), Joaquín Niemann (2022), Max Homa (2021), Adam Scott (2020).
Arnold Palmer Invitational
- Scottie Scheffler (+650 last yr) – Win (2024), T4, (Win (2022), T15
- Rory McIlroy (+900 last yr) – T21 (2024), T2, T13, T10, T5, T6, Win (2018)
- Xander Schauffele (+1600 last yr) – T25 (2024)
- Collin Morikawa (+2500 last yr) – Cut (2024, 2023), T9
- Justin Thomas (+3000 last yr) – T12 (2024), T21
- Hideki Matsuyama (+5000 last yr) – T12, Cut, T20, T18, T33
- Patrick Cantlay (+1800 last yr) – T4 (2024)
- Ludvig Aberg (+1800 last yr) – T25 (2024), T24
- Max Homa (+3000 last yr) – T8 (2024), T14, T17, T10, T24
- Tommy Fleetwood (+2500 last yr) – Cut (2024),
- Wyndham Clark (+6000 last yr) – 2 (2024), T34
- Will Zalators (+3500+ last yr) – T4 (2024), T53, T38, T10
- Sungjae Im (+6500 last yr) – T18 (2024), T21, T20, T21, 3, T3
- Sam Burns (+2500 last yr) – Cut, T9
- Sahith Theegala (+6500 last yr) – T6 (2024), T14
- Jason Day (+9000+ last yr) – T36 (2024), T10, T31 (Win (2016)
- Russell Henley (+6500 last yr) – T4 (2024), T53, T13
- Corey Conners (+6000 last yr) – T18 (2024), T21, T11, 3
- Viktor Hovland (+1800 last yr) – T36 (2024), T10, T2, T49, T42
- Cameron Young (+2500 last yr) – T36 (2024), T10, T13
- Keegan Bradley (+6000 last yr) – T36 (2024), T10, T11, T10, T42
- Jordan Spieth (+2200 last yr) – T30 (2024), T4, T4
- Sepp Straka (> 10000 last yr) – T57 (2024)
- Harris English (+5500 last yr) – T21 (2024), T2, T26, T9
- Nick Taylor (> +10000) – T12 (2024)
- Tom Kim – T30 (2024), T34
- Matt Fitzpatrick (+3500 last yr) – Cut (2024)
- Byeong Hun An (+4500 last yr) – T8 (2024), T43, T56, T10, T14
- Min Woo Lee (+4000 last yr) – T44 (2024)
RBC Heritage
- Scottie Scheffler (+450 last year) – Win (2024)
- Rory McIlory (+1200 last yr) – T33 (2024)
- Xander Schauffele (+1200 last yr) – T18 (2024)
- Justin Thomas (+4500 last year) – T5 (2024)
- Patrick Cantlay (+1600 last yr) – T3 (2024)
- Collin Morikawa (+1800 last yr) – T9 (2024)
- Ludvig Aberg (+1400 last yr) – 10th (2024)
- Sungjae Im (+8000 last yr) – T12 (2024)
Recent champions of the RBC Heritage include Scottie Scheffler (2024), Matt Fitzpatrick (2023), Jordan Spieth (2022), Stuart Cink (2021), Webb Simpson (2020).
Truist Championship
- Rory McIlroy (+650 last year) – Win (2024)
- Xander Schauffele (+900 last yr) – 2nd (2024)
- Scottie Scheffler (DNS, 2024)
- Collin Morikawa (+2500 last yr) – T16 (2024)
- Justin Thomas (+2500 last yr) T21 (2024)
- Sungjae Im (+6000 last yr) – T4 (2024)
- Jason Day (+5000 last yr) – T4 (2024)
- Sepp Straka (+5500 last yr) – T8 (2024)
- Max Homa (+2200 last yr) – T8 (2024)
- Russell Henley (+ ) – T8 (2024)
- Burns (+3500 last yr) – T13 (2024)
- Corey Conners (+6000 last yr) – T13 (2024)
- Tommy Fleetwood (+2800 last yr) – T12 (2024)
Recent champions of the Truist Championship include Rory McIlroy (2024, 2021), Wyndham Clark (2023), Max Homa (2022, 2019).
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The Memorial Tournament
- Scottie Scheffler (+360 last year) – Win (2024)
- Rory McIlroy (+850 last yr) – T15 (2024)
- Collin Morikawa (+1400 last yr) – 2nd (2024)
- Xander Schauffele (+1200 last yr) – T8 (2024)
- Ludvig Aberg (+2200 last yr) – T5 (2024)
- Sepp Straka (+7000 last yr) – T5 (2024)
- Sungjae Im (+6000 last yr) – T8 (2024)
- Hideki Matsuyama (+4500 last yr) – T8 (2024)
- Tony Finau (+6500 last yr) – T8 (2024)
- Sahith Theegala (+5500 last yr) – T15 (2024)
- Sam Burns (+5500 last yr) – T15 (2024)
- Viktor Hovland (+1800 last yr) – T15 (2024)
- Billy Horschel (+7000 last yr) – T15 (2024)
- Si Woo Kim (+6000 last yr) – T15 (2024)
- Tommy Fleetwood (+3500 last yr) – T20 (2024)
- Corey Conners (+5500) – T20 (2024)
Recent champions of The Memorial Tournament include Scottie Scheffler (2024), Viktor Hovland (2023), Billy Horschel (2022), Patrick Cantlay (2021, 2019), Jon Rahm (2020).
Travelers Championship
- Scottie Scheffler (+360 last year) – Win (2024)
- Xander Schauffele (+700 last yr) – T13 (2024)
- Collin Morikawa (+1200 last yr) – T13 (2024)
- Tom Kim (+4000 last yr) – 2nd (2024 playoff)
- Sungjae Im (+5000 last yr) – T3 (2024)
- Justin Thomas (+4500 last yr) – T5 (2024)
- Patrick Cantlay (+2000 last yr) – T5 (2024)
- Tony Finau (+3300 last yr) – T5 (2024)
- Wyndham Clark (+7500 last yr) – T9 ( 2024)
- Cameron Young (+8000 last yr) – T9 (2024)
- Shane Lowry (+8000 last yr) – T9 (2024)
- Brian Harman (+4500 last yr) – T9 (2024)
- Tommy Fleetwood (+3000 last yr) – T15 (2024)
Recent champions of the Travelers Championship include Scottie Scheffler (2024), Keegan Bradley (2023), Xander Schauffele (2022), Harris English (2021), Dustin Johnson (2020).
More golf and betting news, odds, stats and memorable moments with inspiring stories ahead. That includes in the top-tier tournaments and Signature Events plus the four major championships and The Players Championship, which is next month in March ahead of the Masters Tournament April 10-13 where the top players shoot for a Green Jacket. Watch each week as the PGA pros fire for more birdies and biggest prize pools in the Signature Events, and fans shoot for more fairways and greens in pursuit of profit while watching and wagering on golf.
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The 2025 PGA Tour season is in full swing, with several signature events already underway and top players showcasing their skills on the course. Let’s take a look at some of the key tournaments and the odds of the top players performing well.The Masters: The first major of the year, the Masters, is always a highly anticipated event. With players like defending champion Jon Rahm, world number one Collin Morikawa, and rising star Viktor Hovland in the field, the competition is expected to be fierce. The odds of these top players performing well are looking good, with Rahm and Morikawa both listed as favorites to win.
The U.S. Open: The U.S. Open is known for its challenging courses and tough conditions, making it a true test of a player’s skills. This year, players like Rory McIlroy, Justin Thomas, and Xander Schauffele are expected to be contenders for the title. The odds of these top players performing well are looking promising, with McIlroy and Thomas both listed as strong contenders.
The Open Championship: The oldest major championship in golf, The Open Championship, is always a fan-favorite event. With players like Dustin Johnson, Brooks Koepka, and Jordan Spieth in the field, the competition is expected to be intense. The odds of these top players performing well are looking good, with Johnson and Koepka both listed as favorites to win.
The FedEx Cup Playoffs: The FedEx Cup Playoffs are the culmination of the PGA Tour season, with the top players competing for the ultimate prize. With players like Tony Finau, Patrick Cantlay, and Cameron Smith vying for the title, the competition is expected to be fierce. The odds of these top players performing well are looking promising, with Cantlay and Smith both listed as favorites to win.
Overall, the 2025 PGA Tour season is shaping up to be an exciting one, with top players showcasing their skills and competing in some of the most prestigious events in golf. Stay tuned for more updates and coverage of the top players and their performances throughout the season.
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Billionaire Philippe Laffont Just Sold Top Artificial Intelligence Stocks Nvidia and AMD and Piled Into 2 Players Dominating Another High-Growth Billion-Dollar Industry
As founder of Coatue Management, Philippe Laffont oversees $26.9 billion invested in more than 80 stocks, and though he buys players across many sectors, one in particular stands out. The billionaire is known for his investments in innovative companies, and he’s generally found them in the area of technology. The sector consistently represented more than 40% of his holdings over the past five quarters, and four of his five most heavily weighted stocks — led by Meta Platforms and Amazon — are giants in the tech field.
But in the third quarter, Laffont and his team cut their positions in two of the world’s most-watched tech stocks right now and increased positions in two stocks in a completely different high-growth area that’s generating billions of dollars these days. Laffont reduced artificial intelligence (AI) chip giants Nvidia (NVDA -3.67%) and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD -2.45%), companies that have been growing data center sales in the triple digits, and increased investment in two companies dominating a market that may reach beyond $100 billion later this decade. Let’s find out more.
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Laffont’s Nvidia and AMD holdings
So, first let’s talk about Laffont’s Nvidia and AMD holdings. He hasn’t exactly dropped them like a hot potato and still clearly believes in these companies’ futures. Nvidia is the leading AI chip designer, with more than 70% market share, and offers customers an entire portfolio of related products and services. This has helped the company generate record revenue in recent times — and the stock has followed, climbing 171% last year.
AMD may be a far-behind rival to Nvidia in the AI chip market, with about 11% share, but the company still has delivered significant growth thanks to demand from AI customers. In the recent quarter, AMD reported a 122% increase in data center revenue to $3.5 billion and said it’s on track to report record full-year revenue.
Laffont reduced his position in Nvidia by 26% in the quarter and now owns 10,138,161 shares, and he cut his AMD holding by 32% to 4,249,190 shares. So, Laffont is still betting on gains in these stocks, but he’s also turning to another area to benefit from innovation.
In the quarter, Laffont boosted his holdings of Eli Lilly (LLY -1.48%) and Novo Nordisk (NVO -1.04%), two companies that are dominating the weight loss drug market. Analysts expect this market to reach $100 billion to $130 billion by 2030, so this could represent significant opportunity for these drugmakers and those who invest in them.
Looking for innovation beyond the tech industry
Laffont increased his position in Lilly by more than 19% and now holds 247,950 shares, and he lifted his position in Novo Nordisk by more than 800% and now owns 326,363 shares. Of course, these pharma players still represent a much smaller portion of Laffont’s portfolio than AI stocks, but his move shows he’s on the lookout for innovation and growth opportunities — and can find them — well beyond the tech industry.
Lilly and Novo Nordisk both have demonstrated they could be the right stocks to add growth to a portfolio now and into the coming years. Lilly is the seller of Mounjaro and Zepbound, while Novo Nordisk sells Ozempic and Wegovy — names many of us have heard in the news due to high demand for these products. They act on hormone pathways involved in the management of blood sugar levels and appetite, and as a result, they’ve delivered great results to patients aiming to lose weight. (Mounjaro and Ozempic are approved for type 2 diabetes, but doctors have prescribed them off-label for weight loss. Zepbound and Wegovy are specifically approved for weight control.)
These drugs have generated blockbuster revenue, and considering the level of demand and forecasts for market growth, this is likely to continue. On top of this, Lilly recently won approval for Zepbound in another indication — sleep apnea — opening the door to Medicare coverage. And Medicare covers Wegovy as a treatment to reduce heart attack or stroke risk. This is important because it increases the number of patients who can afford these drugs. (Medicare won’t reimburse drugs approved for weight loss alone.)
All of this means buying shares of these two big pharma players right now may have been a genius move by Laffont — and other investors looking for growth might want to do the same.
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In a surprising move, billionaire investor Philippe Laffont has recently sold off top artificial intelligence stocks Nvidia and AMD, and instead, has shifted his focus towards two players dominating another high-growth billion-dollar industry.Laffont, who is known for his successful investments in technology and growth stocks, has decided to reallocate his capital into companies that are leading the way in a different sector. While the sale of Nvidia and AMD may come as a shock to some, Laffont is confident in his decision to move towards companies that are poised for significant growth in the coming years.
The two players that Laffont has now invested in are at the forefront of a booming industry that is set to revolutionize the way we live and work. With their innovative products and services, these companies have the potential to dominate their respective markets and generate massive returns for investors.
While Laffont’s decision to sell off Nvidia and AMD may raise eyebrows, it is clear that he sees a brighter future in the companies he has chosen to invest in. As the world continues to embrace new technologies and industries, it will be interesting to see how these investments play out in the long run.
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NHL On Tap: Panthers, with 8 players in 4 Nations Face-Off, host Blackhawks
Other games Saturday
New York Rangers at Boston Bruins (3:30 p.m. ET; ABC, ESPN+, SN, TVAS)
The Rangers (24-22-4) have lost two straight, including a 4-0 home loss to the Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday, after a 7-0-3 run. Goalie Igor Shesterkin has allowed nine goals in his past two games after allowing one goal in his previous three. The Bruins (25-22-6) have also lost two in a row, outscored 13-4, following a stretch of 5-1-1. Defenseman Charlie McAvoy, an alternate captain for Team USA in the 4 Nations Face-Off, will play his second straight game after missing seven with an upper-body injury.
Minnesota Wild at Ottawa Senators (7 p.m. ET; TVAS, SN1, FDSNNO, FDSNWI)
The Wild (31-17-4) and Senators (27-20-4) each will look to win a fourth straight game. Minnesota is 3-0-0 so far on a five-game road trip, with wins at the Chicago Blackhawks, Toronto Maple Leafs and Montreal Canadiens. The Wild are 20-5-3 on the road — the most road wins away from home in the NHL this season. They were 19-18-4 on the road all of last season. The Senators enter Saturday in third place in the Atlantic Division. The last time Ottawa sat third or higher in the Atlantic was April 9, 2017.
New York Islanders at Tampa Bay Lightning (7 p.m. ET; FDSNSUN, MSGSN)
The Islanders (23-20-7) look to make it seven straight wins and five straight on the road when they play the first of a back-to-back set in Florida. It’s New York’s longest winning streak since winning six straight from April 1-11 last season. Goalie Ilya Sorokin is 5-0-0 with a 0.99 goals-against average, .964 save percentage and one shutout in his past five games (four starts). The Lightning (27-20-3) were 1-4-0 in their previous five games before a 3-0 home win against the Los Angeles Kings on Thursday.
Nashville Predators at Pittsburgh Penguins (7 p.m. ET; FSSNSO, SN-PIT)
The Predators (18-25-7) have lost three in a row, including 4-3 at the Buffalo Sabres on Friday, after a five-game winning streak. The Penguins (21-24-8) will look to string together consecutive wins behind Sidney Crosby, who was named Team Canada’s captain for the 4 Nations Face-Off on Thursday. The Pittsburgh captain scored the winning goal in a 3-2 victory at the Utah Hockey Club on Wednesday; it was his 95th NHL game-winning goal, moving him past Steve Yzerman for 13th most in League history.
Los Angeles Kings at Carolina Hurricanes (7 p.m. ET; FDSNSO, KCAL)
The Kings (26-17-6) will try to end a season-long four-game losing streak, which includes two straight shutouts, 3-0 at the Florida Panthers on Wednesday and 3-0 at the Tampa Bay Lightning on Thursday. The Hurricanes (32-16-4) have won two straight and will try to extend a seven-game point streak (6-0-1). Forward Mikko Rantanen has a goal and an assist in three games since being acquired from the Colorado Avalanche in a three-team trade also involving the Chicago Blackhawks on Jan. 24.
Toronto Maple Leafs at Edmonton Oilers (7 p.m. ET; CBC, SNE, SNO, SNP)
This will be the 19th meeting between captains Connor McDavid of the Oilers (32-15-4) and Auston Matthews of the Maple Leafs (30-19-2). McDavid has 29 points (eight goals, 21 assists) in those games and Matthews has 20 points (13 goals, seven assists). Matthews enters with the better head-to-head record, going 12-4-2 in those games; McDavid is 6-10-2. Toronto has lost three straight; Edmonton enters on a four-game point streak (3-1-0).
The Florida Panthers are set to take on the Chicago Blackhawks in an exciting match-up tonight, with a total of 8 players from 4 different nations facing off on the ice. The Panthers, led by their star players from Finland, Sweden, Russia, and the United States, are looking to secure a win on home ice against the Blackhawks.Finnish forward Aleksander Barkov will be leading the charge for the Panthers, while Swedish defenseman Aaron Ekblad will be anchoring the blue line. Russian goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky will be between the pipes, looking to shut down the Blackhawks’ offensive attack. American winger Jonathan Huberdeau will also be a key player to watch for the Panthers, as he looks to contribute on the scoresheet.
On the other side, the Blackhawks will be looking to counter with their own talented players from Canada, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia. Canadian captain Jonathan Toews will be leading the charge for Chicago, while Czech forward Dominik Kubalik will be looking to provide some offensive firepower. Slovak defenseman Erik Gustafsson will be patrolling the blue line, while Canadian goaltender Corey Crawford will be tasked with keeping the Panthers at bay.
With a mix of international talent on both sides, this match-up promises to be an exciting and competitive game. Be sure to tune in tonight to see which team comes out on top in this clash of nations on the ice.
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#NHL #Tap #Panthers #players #Nations #FaceOff #host #BlackhawksMarvel Rivals players have a friendly word of advice for those struggling to climb the ladder
Marvel Rivals players have issued advice for those struggling to climb the ranked ladder, and while it may sound like common sense to some, it’s an important tip to note.
Ranked in Marvel Rivals can be a hell of a grind, particularly following the seven-tier drop at the start of season one, and a bad streak can quickly derail your climb—but taking on one piece of advice from the community may help.
In a post on Reddit, players were advised not to select a character they have no experience with simply because a teammate asked for them to activate a team-up ability–and this single piece of advice could help you in a slump.
It’s no secret that there are top-tier team-ups to utilize, including the trio of Doctor Strange, the Hulk, and Iron Man, but choosing a character you have little to no experience with is not the way to go about it. Instead, stick with someone you know.
Although the right team-up can be a game-changer, sticking with a hero you know and playing them well is always better than choosing a character you are not comfortable with and having a mid game—so don’t give into peer pressure. As someone said, team-ups aren’t worth handicapping your team.
The post attracted over 3,000 upvotes and over 450 comments, full of good tips. While playing someone you don’t know in ranked isn’t ideal, it’s a good idea to be familiar with a few characters so that you can switch when required—but you should do this in Quick Play.
It’s also worth learning different roles and characters, enabling you to switch to Vanguard from Support, for example, if the team composition calls for it. Again, though, don’t do this in ranked mode.
I’d also highly recommend learning a character in the vs. AI mode. While it won’t challenge your skills too much, it will allow you to learn the abilities and cooldowns in an environment that isn’t anywhere near as stressful.
I’ll also throw another tip into the mix: don’t pick a character just because you’ve seen someone else play them well. Everyone has their own strengths and weaknesses, so yours may be vastly different from whoever you saw shine.
Finally, another tip is not to play ranked while tilted. Take a break if you’re getting frustrated and on a loss streak! Nothing good ever comes out of playing full of rage, and it can do significant damage to your placement.
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“Marvel Rivals Players Share Tips for Climbing the Ladder: A Friendly Word of Advice”Are you finding it tough to climb the ranks in Marvel Rivals? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! Many players have faced the same struggle and have come out on top. Here are some friendly words of advice from experienced Marvel Rivals players that might help you on your journey to the top:
1. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different decks and strategies. Sometimes, trying something new can lead to a breakthrough in your gameplay.
2. Take the time to analyze your opponents’ moves and learn from them. Understanding your opponents’ tactics can help you anticipate their next move and come up with a counter-strategy.
3. Practice, practice, practice! The more you play, the better you’ll get. Don’t get discouraged by losses – use them as learning opportunities to improve your skills.
4. Join a community or group of Marvel Rivals players. Sharing tips, strategies, and experiences with other players can help you grow as a player and make the climb up the ladder easier.
5. Remember to have fun! While climbing the ladder can be challenging, don’t forget to enjoy the game and appreciate the journey. Celebrate your victories, learn from your defeats, and keep pushing forward towards your goals.
With these friendly words of advice in mind, we hope you’ll be able to overcome any obstacles in your path and reach new heights in Marvel Rivals. Good luck, and may the cards be ever in your favor!
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Penguins Acquire Conditional 2025 First-Round Pick and Three Players From Vancouver for Marcus Pettersson and Drew O’Connor
The Pittsburgh Penguins have acquired the New York Rangers’ 2025 first-round draft pick (conditional), forward Danton Heinen, defenseman Vincent Desharnais, as well as 2024 third-round draft pick Melvin Fernstrom from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for defenseman Marcus Pettersson and forward Drew O’Connor, it was announced today by President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Kyle Dubas.
“Moving two long-time Penguins is never an easy decision,” said Dubas. “Marcus and Drew have competed day-in and day-out for the organization since the day they arrived. Both players are high-quality people, highly competitive players and zero maintenance for their fellow teammates and the staff of the Penguins.”
As part of the trade, Pittsburgh will receive whichever of the New York Rangers’ 2025 or 2026 first-round draft picks that Vancouver receives as part of their trade with the New York Rangers earlier today.
The acquisition of the conditional 2025 first-round pick gives the Penguins 29 selections over the next three NHL drafts, which includes four first-round selections and 15 picks in the first three rounds. No team has more draft picks, or selections in the first three rounds, over the next three NHL Drafts than Pittsburgh.
“Tonight’s trade continues to move us in the direction set one year ago which is to continue to add young prospects, young players, and draft capital to the Penguins as we chart our course to return the club back into contention as urgently as possible,” said Dubas. “We are pleased to add Danton Heinen back to the Penguins and Vincent Desharnais to the club and look forward to seeing both in uniform in the coming days. The addition of Melvin Fernstrom also gives us a prospect that was highly regarded at the 2024 NHL Draft, and the Rangers’ first-round draft pick provides us with another strong asset that we can use to acquire an elite young player in the draft or via trade.”
Heinen is signed through the 2025-26 campaign and his contract carries an average annual value of $2.25 million. Desharnais is signed through the 2025-26 season and his contract carries an average annual value of $2 million.
The 6-foot-2, 195-pound Heinen returns for his second stint with the Penguins, previously playing in Pittsburgh from 2021-23. Heinen has skated in parts of nine seasons in the NHL split between Boston, Anaheim, Pittsburgh and Vancouver and has tallied 93 goals, 136 assists and 229 points in 537 career games. This season, Heinen has registered six goals, 11 assists and 17 points in 50 games with Vancouver.
Heinen established a career high in goals (18) and power-play goals (3) as a member of the Penguins in 2021-22. His career-high assist and point totals were set with the Bruins in 2017-18, tallying 31 helpers and 47 points that season.
The Langley, British Columbia native has 48 games of Stanley Cup Playoff experience with Pittsburgh and Boston, where he’s picked up six goals, seven assists, 13 points and is plus-5.
Prior to his professional career, Heinen spent two seasons playing collegiate hockey at the University of Denver from 2014-16. In 81 career games, Heinen scored 36 goals, 57 assists and 93 points.
Heinen was originally drafted in the fourth round (116th overall) of the 2014 NHL Draft by Boston.
Desharnais is in his third NHL season and has tallied three assists in 34 games. The 6-foot-7, 226-pound defenseman has played in 148 career NHL games with Vancouver and Edmonton, tallying one goal, 18 assists and 19 points. He has also skated in 28 career playoff games, tallying three assists with the Oilers.
The Laval, Quebec native began his professional career skating in parts of four seasons in the American Hockey League between 2019-23 with Bakersfield. He recorded five goals, 34 assists and 39 points in 122 career AHL games.
Desharnais played four seasons of collegiate hockey with Providence College, tallying 29 points (8G-21A) in 131 games between 2015-19.
Desharnais was originally drafted in the seventh round (183rd overall) of the 2016 NHL Draft by Edmonton.
Fernstrom, 18, is currently playing overseas with Orebro HK of the SHL, Sweden’s top professional league. In 35 games with Orebro HK, the 6-foot-1, 185-pound forward has notched three goals, five assists and eight points. He’s also suited up for 12 games with Orebro HK J20 in Sweden’s top junior hockey league, registering 11 goals, seven assists and 18 points.
Prior to being drafted by Vancouver in the third round (93rd overall) of the 2024 NHL draft, the native of Balsta, Sweden represented his home country at the 2024 World Under-18 Championship, bringing home a bronze medal.
The Pittsburgh Penguins have made a major trade with the Vancouver Canucks, acquiring a conditional 2025 first-round pick and three players in exchange for Marcus Pettersson and Drew O’Connor.The Penguins are adding to their future draft capital with the acquisition of the conditional first-round pick, which could prove to be a valuable asset down the line. In addition, they are bringing in three players from Vancouver who will add depth and versatility to their roster.
On the other side of the trade, the Canucks are getting a solid defenseman in Pettersson and a promising young forward in O’Connor. This trade could benefit both teams as they look to strengthen their rosters for the remainder of the season and beyond.
It will be interesting to see how these new additions impact both teams as they continue their pursuit of success in the NHL. Stay tuned for more updates on this trade and its implications for both the Penguins and the Canucks.
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