Is Auston Matthews still underpaid even after monster contract extension?

The Toronto Maple Leafs are making Auston Matthews the NHL’s highest paid player and still getting great value. TORONTO, ON — The Toronto Maple Leafs announced a four-year, $53 million contract extension for franchise center Auston Matthews on Wednesday. The deal kicks in next summer and will keep him in blue and white through the 2027-28 … Read more

FIFA opens case against Spanish soccer official who kissed a player on the lips at Women’s World Cup

Spanish soccer federation president Luis Rubiales kissed Spain player Jenni Hermoso on the lips during the trophy and medal ceremony after the country beat England. GENEVA, Switzerland — FIFA opened a disciplinary case Thursday against the Spanish soccer official who kissed a player on the lips while celebrating the team’s victory in the Women’s World … Read more

Jerry Jones explains why he passed on Jimmy Johnson in the Ring of Honor (again)

After Wednesday’s press conference about Ware, Jones was immediately pressed on why he wasn’t inducting Jimmy Johnson. DALLAS — New year, same question: When will Jerry Jones induct Jimmy Johnson into the franchise’s Ring of Honor? Jones was faced with that question again Wednesday, after he announced that outside linebacker DeMarcus Ware would be joining … Read more