Vegas D Alex Pietrangelo stepping away from ice for health reasons

Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Alex Pietrangelo. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images Alex Pietrangelo has stepped away from the Vegas Golden Knights for health reasons and his return is uncertain. Vegas general manager Kelly McCrimmon said the physical roadblocks facing the 35-year-old defenseman involve reconstructive surgery to address worsening hip issues. Pietrangelo had 33 points (29…

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Alex Caruso Is the Thunder’s Secret Weapon, and Everyone’s About to Find Out

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander admitted “the nerves were natural” Sunday when the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder struggled offensively to start Game 7 of their Western Conference semifinal against Denver. Jettisoning those jitters hinged upon OKC’s calling card — gritty, high-pressure defense personified in veteran Alex Caruso. What the headbanded, 6-foot-5 reserve guard lacks in brand awareness he…

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Down 2-1 to Canes, Caps look for Alex Ovechkin to deliver

May 10, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) takes a shot against the Carolina Hurricanes during the second period in game three of the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images The Washington Capitals understand the significance of Monday’s Game…

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