Author: Kevin Allen, USA TODAY

Struggling World Hockey Association tried and failed to merge with NHL in 1977 and 1978 before finally succeeding as it was ‘going down the tubes.’

With 106 goals over two seasons, draft prospect Cole Caufield has more goals than anyone who has played at the U.S. National Team Development Program.

The AAF has an all-access TV strategy: Cameras are in lockerrooms, coaches are mic’d and star players are interviewed during the game.

Patriots owner Robert Kraft, who pleaded not guilty to soliciting prostitution, released his first statement since spa scandal. ‘I am truly sorry.’

Goalie Braden Holtby said Friday he will not join his Washington Capitals teammates when they visit President Trump at the White House on Monday.

Former President Barack Obama’sNCAA tournament brackets reaffirm he has soft spot for underdogs but believes in favorites atthe end.

Former NFL, college coach Steve Spurrier, 73, ‘has a great energy about him’ as he leads Orlando Apollos to 5-1 Alliance of American Football record.

Mike Trout is set to establish a new professional sports high with a $426.5 million deal. What could NHL stars make without a salary cap?

Washington Capitals players have been told they are free to decide whether they will attend White House ceremony with President Donald Trump.

The Coyotes and Hurricanes are aiming to break long playoff droughts. The last time both franchises made the playoffs at the same time was 2002.