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The 2025 NHL offseason has already been a roller coaster with several key players being traded, 224 prospects finding new homes via the draft, and a slew of re-signings.As the free agent deals continue to roll in, ESPN NHL reporters Ryan S. Clark, Kristen Shilton and Greg Wyshynski will be grading the big-name signings, including the player’s fit with his new team, terms of the deal and more.We’ll continue to assess the most notable moves through the offseason, so check back for fresh grades as deals are consummated; the newest grades will be listed first. Contract terms are per year.Draft…
Thomas McIntoshBBC NewsReutersCurrently, Paris has three designated areas for swimming on the SeineThe Seine in Paris has reopened publicly to swimmers for the first time since 1923 after a century of ban.The Seine seasonal opening for swimming is considered an important legacy of the Paris 2024 Olympics, when open water swimmers and triathletes competed in waters that were specially cleaned for the event.On Saturday morning at 08:00 local time (07:00 BST), dozens of swimmers arrived in front of the opening and jumped into the water when they were able to do so.The Seine River has three designated areas for public…
Aura GuerinSenior International Correspondent of Ukraine SmieMooster Campbell/BBCSmy Front soldiers are about to intercept about 100 drones from Russia overnight. As the evening light faded, a handful of Ukrainian troops emerged from the tree line to face unequal battles. Their mission – to shoot down 21st century killer drones with weapons designed during the death period of World War I. In the Smie region of the northeastern part of Ukraine, which is adjacent to Russia, this is a nightly battle.Shortly after we joined the army, there was danger in the sky, tension and adrenaline on the ground.The Commander – Codename…
DSNSThe latest Russian attack broke another record with 550 missiles that rain overnight in UkraineUkrainian authorities said it was hanging over Kiev after a night of intensive Russian strike that struck almost every district of the capital on Friday morning.Dark Time was once again separated by air defense guns, drones bustle and staccatos of huge explosions. Ukraine said Russia fired a record 550 drones and 11 missiles during the long night bombing.The strike came hours after a call between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin. The US president then said he was “disappointed” that Putin was not prepared to end Russia’s…
Guy de RosieBBC Vulcan correspondentGetty ImagesAs Serbia’s anti-corruption protests enter the ninth month, they show no indication that they will fade, instead changing leadership, composition and tactics.At the climax of a powerful protest of 140,000 people last weekend in Belgrade’s Slaviha Square, students who have led the protests since November declared that they are no longer at the forefront of the rally.They had set a Saturday deadline to seek new elections for the government. When it was not satisfied, they invited other groups to take on the mantle of protest, calling for a campaign of “civil disobedience” from President Alexander…
Greg WyshynskiJul 3, 2025, 09:30 AM ETCloseGreg Wyshynski is ESPN’s senior NHL writer.For NHL general manager of the year Jim Nill, the free agent frenzy didn’t feel all that frenetic this year.”We knew going in that there wasn’t a lot of depth in this free agent group,” said Nill, of the Dallas Stars. “The cap has increased a lot, so teams are able to sign their own guys. That’s a major part it.”For NHL teams, that was one lesson learned. Here are four things we gleaned as free agency opened this week.Higher salary cap, more reasons to stay homeNHL teams…
Getty ImagesAfghanistan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaki met with the Russian Ambassador on Thursday.Russia became the first country to formally recognize Taliban rule, and Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaki called it a “brave” decision.He met Russian Ambassador to Afghanistan Dmitry Zirnov in Kabul on Thursday, where Zirnov officially informed his government’s decision to recognize Afghanistan’s Islamic Emirates.Muttaqi said it was a “new stage of positive relationships, mutual respect and constructive engagement” and that the shift would serve as a “model” for other countries.The Taliban has been seeking international recognition and investment since returning to power in August 2021 despite…
Greg Wyshynskijul 1, 2025, 09:09 PM ETClosegreg Wyshynski is a senior NHL writer at ESPN.Mitch Marner spent nine seasons with the Toronto Maple Leafs, trying to bring the Stanley Cup back to the city for the first time since 1967. His place has changed as the newest member of the Vegas Golden Knights, which landed the most coveted player in the NHL free agency this week, but his goals are the same.”You want to be in a place where you can win. That’s the overall goal for why we do this. You want to wind up the Stanley Cup. This…
Zurich – The NHL, NHLPA and international officials on Wednesday completed a transaction agreed long ago to send players to the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics.The League, Union, International Ice Hockey Federation and International Olympic Committee have confirmed the participation of NHL players in the Olympic Games for the first time since 2014. The group negotiated the contract and first announced it last year.NHL commissioner Gary Bettman is excited to bring league players back to the world’s finest international stage.Editor’s Pick1 Related”Olympic participation will showcase the skills and talents of NHL players on the international stage. We are proud to work…
The New York Rangers continued to restructure their roster on Tuesday night, dealing with veteran defensive man Kandre Miller for the Carolina Hurricanes, the club announced.In return, the Metropolitan division rival Hurricane sent picks for the first and second round of 2026 to New York. First rounders are the top ten protected, with better ordering Carolina, or Dallas Star ordering. New York also added blue line depth to the contract by including Scott Morrow (22), who scored one goal and six points in the Hurricane last season. Moreau is one of Carolina’s top prospects, scoring 39 points in 52 AHL…