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Patrice Bergeron: Why He Should Be Prominent In The Conn Smythe Discussion

If the Boston Bruins hold on and prevail in the 2013 Stanley Cup Final, top point-getter David Krejci and otherworldly goaltender Tuukka Rask are both knee-jerk Conn Smythe Trophy candidates, and good ones at that.

Matt Harvey's Career-High Strikeout Game Inching Him Closer to Being the Best

Matt Harvey had the game of his life for seven innings on Tuesday. His 13-strikeout performance inches him closer to being the best in the National League.

The New York Mets ace threw seven frames, giving up three hits and three runs as New York beat the Atlanta Braves, 4-3.

MPAA's Chris Dodd Will Be The Chair Of 'Free Speech Week'

MPAA boss Chris Dodd has been named the chairperson of the "advisory council" for "free speech week" in 2013. Now, I'm assuming that most people have no clue what "Free Speech Week" is, but it's supposed to be a "celebration" promoting the First Amendment.

Trade Candidate: Jose Veras

Since the beginning of the 2011 season, there are only 14 relievers who have posted a K/9 greater than 10,0 with a ground-ball rate of 40 percent or better.

Boston Bruins-Chicago Blackhawks: Game 4 Preview, TV Info and Predictions

Game 4 of the 2013 Stanley Cup Finals presents the Boston Bruins with a chance to redo their Round 1 act of pushing an opponent to a 3-1 precipice.

Confederations Cup 2013 Schedule: When and Where to Catch Wednesday's Action

The 2013 Confederations Cup kicks into high gear as teams prepare for their second matches in the group stage.

International tournaments are often knocked for failing to live up to the hype. With this year's Confederations Cup, that hasn't been the case.

How Signing Yasiel Puig and Other Global Stars Could Have Recharged the Yankees

The Yankees upcoming nine-game homestand features games against the Dodgers and Rangers, who feature two of the top recent international imports in baseball in Yasiel Puig and Yu Darvish, as a recent ESPN article pointed out.

USA vs. Honduras: How Americans Can Redeem Prior 2014 World Cup Qualifier Loss

The United States men's national soccer team is looking to maintain the momentum generated by two consecutive 2014 World Cup qualifier victories in taking on Honduras on Tuesday.

Guillermo Varela: Everything You Need to Know About Manchester United's Signing

Despite having played less than 10 professional league matches, Uruguayan right back Guillermo Varela has already convinced Manchester United that he could have what it takes for the Premier League.

College World Series 2013: Top Performances Entering Tuesday's Action

Omaha has played host to several great performances—on the mound and at the plate—throughout the first few days of the 2013 College World Series.