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"Leafs were always the issue" - NHL fans react as Mitch Marner hits career
Mitch Marner was traded from the Toronto Maple Leafs to the Vegas Golden Knights for Nicolas Roy and has thrived with Vegas. In the current playoffs, he set a career-high 15 postseason points as the Knights push in the second round after a 2-2 series tie with the Ducks, including a hat-trick in Game 3. Social media reactions debated Leafs’ past performance, with critics blaming the organization for playoff shortcomings and highlighting Marner’s success against teams outside the playoffs. Knights coach John Tortorella defended Marner’s mental toughness, saying criticism doesn’t affect him. Marner’s Leafs playoff résumé stands at 70 games with 13 goals, 50 assists, 63 points; this postseason with Vegas, he has 10 games, 6 goals, 10 assists, 16 points so far. Like 👍 Subscribe 🔔 and stay informed. Visit NHENews.COM for more top headlines.
The Biggest LOSERS of the NBA Draft Lottery 😳🏀 NBA News
The Biggest LOSERS of the NBA Draft Lottery 😳🏀 NBA News The NBA Draft Lottery just changed EVERYTHING. From the Brooklyn Nets missing out on elite talent, to the Chicago Bulls creating a huge roster dilemma, these are the biggest losers from the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery. We break down how players like Darius Garland, Ivica Zubac, Bilal Coulibaly, and Trae Young could be affected by shocking lottery results and possible draft picks like Cam Boozer, Caleb Wilson, and more. 🔥 Which team had the worst lottery outcome? 🔥 Could major trades happen next? 🔥 And who’s under the most pressure heading into next season? Watch till the end for the full breakdown of the top 5 biggest losers from the NBA Draft Lottery! #NBA #NBADraft #NBADraftLottery #BrooklynNets #ChicagoBulls #DariusGarland #IvicaZubac #TraeYoung #NBANews #Basketball
Knicks fans wave photos of Mitchell Robinson's poster dunk on Embiid, during Embiid's free throws
Philadelphia 76ers vs. New York Knicks - 5/10/26 - Game 4 - Eastern Semifinals - 2026 NBA Playoffs Knicks fans wave photos of Mitchell Robinson's poster dunk on Joel Embiid, behind the basket during Embiid's free throws. It didn't affect Joel. THIS IS HAPPENING IN PHILADELPHIA #nba #nbafunny #joelembiid
NBA Draft Lottery Karma rankingsand Which team deserves to win the No. 1 pick?
- 13 Oklahoma City Thunder (via LAC) – not deserving - 12 Golden State Warriors – decline in lottery luck; not positioned for No. 1 - 11 Miami Heat – no-tank stance leaves them in no-man’s land - 10 Atlanta Hawks (via NOP or MIL) – front office has maneuvered well; still in mix - 9 Charlotte Hornets – improved with LaMelo Ball return; volatility remains - 8 Dallas Mavericks – fanbase deserved a better bounce-back; injuries affected season - 7 Indiana Pacers – Haliburton absence hurt; bold trade for Zubac shows competing intent - 6 Utah Jazz – bold moves; suspected to have tanked to influence odds; anti-tanking context noted - 5 Chicago Bulls – improved leadership and direction; deserving a hopeful path - 4 Brooklyn Nets – tanking history acknowledged; strong front office and assets merit luck - 3 Memphis Grizzlies – front office competence; turning the page with a rebuild in mind - 2 Sacramento Kings – fanbase deserves a brighter future despite ownership issues - 1 Washington Wizards – new direction under Will Dawkins; two-way talent, winning roadmap, signs of a rebuild turning the corner Like 👍 Subscribe 🔔 and stay informed. Visit NHENews.COM for more top headlines.
Why South Africa Being World No.1 Could Help New Zealand Rugby
South Africa are the dominant force in world rugby right now — world champions, physically relentless, and setting the standard every other nation is chasing. But is that actually a GOOD thing for New Zealand and Australia? In this video, we break down how the Springboks’ success is affecting the All Blacks and Wallabies, whether their dominance is forcing rugby nations to evolve, and if New Zealand can use South Africa’s rise to become stronger again. Is this the start of a better era for Southern Hemisphere rugby… or are the Springboks pulling too far ahead? Let us know your thoughts in the comments. #Rugby #Springboks #AllBlacks #Wallabies #SouthAfricaRugby #NewZealandRugby #RugbyChampionship
BIG 12 SQUAD - Private Equity Deals are TAKING OVER the Big 12 | How this affects Oklahoma State
Big 12 powerhouses rethink private equity as BYU and Houston reject RedBird Capital’s $30 million offer—could financial strategy shape the new conference elite? The Big 12 Squad dissects what BYU’s debt-averse philosophy means for their future, why Houston’s leadership is pressing pause, and whether Oklahoma State or Iowa State are positioned to take the risk, aiming to leap ahead in the evolving college sports arms race. Key segments explore how this RedBird deal differs from Utah’s approach, implications for NIL and facility upgrades, and the brewing ACC vs. Big 12 rivalry for Power Three status. Plus, get the latest on Big 12 baseball: West Virginia’s postseason surge, Oklahoma State’s must-watch battle with Arizona State, and whether coaching changes are on the horizon for BYU. Is this the start of a seismic shift in college sports funding? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOOklahomaState?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege #OklahomaState #OSU #CollegeFootball
BIG 12 SQUAD - Private Equity Deals are TAKING OVER the Big 12 | How this affects UCF
Big 12 powerhouses rethink private equity as BYU and Houston reject RedBird Capital's $30 million offer—could financial strategy ...
Should the Edmonton Oilers Hire Bruce Cassidy? Breaking Down the potential Coaching Search
Should Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch keep his job after a first-round exit to the Anaheim Ducks? Nick Zararis breaks down the full case: the numbers, the politics, and the candidates waiting in the wings to give you the most honest answer you'll hear this offseason. What's covered: Has Kris Knoblauch actually gotten worse results from the Oilers each season? The 3-year even strength decline, explained in plain numbers Why firing a coach in the NHL is more of a political decision than a hockey one — and what that means for General Manager Stan Bowman Bruce Cassidy: Is the Stanley Cup-winning coach really available, and would he actually take the Edmonton job? John Cooper: Why he might be the best coach in the NHL right now — and why that still might not matter for the Oilers Connor McDavid's contract situation in 2027 and how the coaching decision this summer could directly affect it Why Knoblauch's .624 points percentage makes him the best Oilers coach of the 21st century, and why that might not be enough to save his job The Oilers went to back-to-back Stanley Cup Finals in 2024 and 2025. They got bounced in Round 1 in 2026. Something has to change 05:12 Intuitive decision-making in hockey 07:55 Discussing player development in hockey 12:19 Evaluating coach influence on Oilers 15:34 Oilers' declining performance metrics 17:51 Oilers' offensive struggles 21:46 Tough decisions as an NHL GM 25:03 Connor McDavid's contract future 29:39 Discussing Knoblauch's future with Oilers 30:24 Promoting Locked On channels Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonoilers.supercast.com Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 5-Hour ENERGY The Cotton Candy flavor is HERE on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today! Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. Quo Make this the year where no opportunity — and no customer — slips away. Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to http://Quo.com/lockedonnhl. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOOilers?sid=YouTube Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL #NHL #Oilers #EdmontonOilers