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Why The Rangers Did Well Without A First Round Draft Pick
I'm not going to sit here and tell you that it's a good idea NOT to have a first-round pick in the Entry Draft but – on the other hand – it's not the worst thing in the world either.
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Wimbledon 2025: Heat forces tennis fans to leave queue as temperatures to hit 34C on hottest-ever start to tournament
Tennis fans are queueing in their thousands as Wimbledon prepares to get under way amid a potentially record-breaking heatwave. By 6am, a long line of people snaked its way through Wimbledon Park with fans camping overnight to be among the first to gain entry to the 2025 grand slam at SW19. First in the queue were couple Vicky and Nigel Broad, from South Wales, who pitched up on Friday lunchtime. Mr Broad, 57, said: 'The queue is like a little community. 'You make a load of connections and just talk tennis for the whole weekend.' The couple have queued over 20 times and won tickets in the ballot, but Mr Broad said the queue is the best way to attend Wimbledon. 'I would say it's the greatest sporting event, having been to lots of sporting events like World Cup Football, rugby and boxing,' said Mr Broad.'It's because you meet a load of people and become friends, you have connections for a long, long time. 'We meet people year on year that we haven't seen for a year and then you immediately click back into what you're talking about the year previously,' he said. Brothers Sam and Harry Williams travelled from Cardiff and camped from 5pm on Sunday, placing number 1400 in the queue. The duo have been coming to Wimbledon for the past four years and said they plan to queue for four more nights to watch the tennis. Sam Williams, 24, said: 'It's such a good way to get tickets. I can never get them online as they're always sold out.' He said: 'It's going to be 35 degrees today. It's not going to be good, so we've got a hat and sun cream.' It has emerged some fans abandoned the queue for Centre Court seats because of the scorching temperatures over the weekend. Stewards at Wimbledon Park told The Telegraph that people had been leaving and saying they would come back when the weather is cooler. One said: 'People have arrived and then left, saying they'll come back when the weather is cooler. We're giving regular advice to people turning up about the hot weather and to stay hydrated with water.' Mel Megson, 58 from Margate, told how difficult it was standing in the queue through the heat. She reluctantly camped overnight with her sister who has cancer to fulfil one of her bucket list dreams. She said: 'My will to live has gone home. It's bloody hard work.' She queued from 2pm on Sunday and placed number 1218 in the queue. She said: 'It's my first and last Wimbledon. 'The last thing you want to do when it's really hot is stand in queues. 'I don't mind camping, I'm not so keen on tennis. The things you do for love.' She said: 'We didn't bother bringing a tent. We just slept on a blanket on the floor,' as she was already carrying so many bags of food and clothes. It comes as Monday is set to be one of the hottest June days on record, with highs of 34C expected. That would smash the record for the hottest start to Wimbledon - which was set in 2001 when temperatures hit 29.3C. The hottest day the tournament has seen was on July 1, 2015, when temperatures reached 35.7C. The capital will enter a fourth day of a heatwave, forecast to be hotter than holiday spots in Barbados, Jamaica and Mexico. Since 1960, UK temperatures in June have surpassed 34C in only three years, with the hottest being 35.6C, recorded on June 28 1976. A tropical night may also be on the cards, with parts of England to stay above 20C overnight into Tuesday, the Met Office said. Parts of south-east England could then hit 35C on Tuesday. But, Scotland and Northern Ireland face heavy rain and cooler temperatures. Charlwood in Surrey recorded the hottest temperature of the year so far at 33.2C on June 21. A second amber heat health alert in two weeks came into force on Friday. The alert, which covers London, the East Midlands, the South East, the South West and the East of England, will last until 6pm on Tuesday. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) also issued a yellow alert for Yorkshire and Humber and the West Midlands for the same time period, warning of significant impacts on health and social care services. An amber alert was previously issued for all regions in England on June 19, the first time it had been used since September 2023. Here is the 4cast for Monday 📅Hot across southeast England in particular with temperatures reaching 34 Celsius 🌡️ — Met Office (@metoffice) June 29, 2025 An official heatwave is recorded when areas reach a certain temperature for three consecutive days, with thresholds varying from 25C to 28C in different parts of the UK. London Fire Brigade assistant commissioner Thomas Goodall said: 'London is already facing its second heatwave of the year and we know that people will be looking forward to getting outside to enjoy the wonderful weather. 'But the high temperatures and low rainfall in recent months means the current risk of wildfires is severe. 'So far this year, firefighters have responded to around 14 wildfires in the capital. Where is the heat building and how long will it last? The week ahead video below tells all and more 👇 — Met Office (@metoffice) June 29, 2025 'There have also been countless callouts to smaller fires involving grass, trees and in other outdoor spaces, as well as in people's gardens. 'During this latest heatwave, it is important everyone acts responsibly to prevent fires from occurring. 'As the weather has been so dry, it only takes a few sparks to lead to a fire spreading rapidly. 'In London, this is can be dangerous because so many of our green spaces lie close to homes and other properties.'
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The Mitch Marner tampering drama between the Maple Leafs and Golden Knights, explained
Mitch Marner's time with the Toronto Maple Leafs is almost at an end and it seems as if the team wants something in return for him before the start of NHL free agency. After Maple Leafs bowed out of the Stanley Cup Playoffs in embarrassing fashion, again, it's been widely reported that Marner is set to take on free agency as an upcoming unrestricted free agent on July 1. Marner leads practically every NHL free agent big board as the biggest star player on the market who is going to earn well over $10 million a season, so his services are going to be in high demand from teams this July. Advertisement On Saturday, Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman reported that the Maple Leafs were in contact with the Vegas Golden Knights in regards to a trade for Marner ahead of free agency. The deal would reportedly be a sign-and-trade, with the Maple Leafs trading Marner to the Golden Knights with a shiny new contract to take him off the market. While there is no trade in place as of Sunday afternoon, the two sides are reportedly still talking and discussing the possibility before Tuesday. However, Friedman threw in quite a wrinkle to this story on Sunday morning on his podcast, 32 Thoughts: The Podcast. According to Friedman's reporting, the Maple Leafs are considering filing for tampering against the Golden Knights if Marner signs with Vegas in free agency. "There's been some talk that if Marner goes to Vegas, the Maple Leafs will go after Vegas for tampering. Again, I have no proof that Vegas is guilty of anything, but it's a time around the league where teams are extremely sensitive about it. And — as a couple of GMs told me on Saturday — they think the NHL is itching to try and make an example out of someone. Once again, I'm going to stress, I don't have any proof that Vegas is guilty of anything. But, if they make a deal with Toronto — and send a good player or two to Toronto — I'm betting any chance the Maple Leafs file for tampering goes away." This news leaking ahead of July 1 absolutely feels like the Maple Leafs are putting pressure on the Golden Knights to make a trade ahead of free agency. Given their situation, Toronto has extremely little leverage here to get a deal done before Tuesday. Marner is walking away from the Maple Leafs on July 1 anyway, so the entire NHL knows they have a leg up on Toronto in a deal before then. Advertisement With this maneuver, the Maple Leafs seemingly gain a bit of leverage against the Golden Knights as they look for a better return than what was likely originally offered to them. According to NHL insiders, the Maple Leafs are looking at acquiring both Nicolas Roy and Nicolas Hague in this deal in an effort to get more fair value for Marner. That being said, will the Maple Leafs actually file for tampering if Marner signs with the Golden Knights in free agency and would the NHL actually levy punishment on them for it? Honestly, it's hard to say. The NHL is extremely sensitive to tampering after having to remind teams about the rules back in the fall of 2024. NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly was reportedly "uncomfortable" with reports of teams and players agreeing to contracts before free agency officially opened in years past. As for the potential penalties the Golden Knights could face if found for tampering, it's a pretty hefty list which would include — at the very least — a termination of the signed contract. That plus the forfeiture of draft picks and the "offended" club getting compensation in return makes it clear that tampering a major no-no in today's NHL. Will this make Vegas think twice about acquiring Marner in free agency if this sign-and-trade falls through? Given the Golden Knights have a ruthless reputation for business, I'd have to say they'll still press their luck to get the best player on the market even with the potential risk. Plus, of course, all NHL teams tamper to some degree during this period and we all know it happens considering how many deals get inked immediately upon the start of free agency. Advertisement However, this story absolutely ups the drama surrounding the start of the NHL's free agent period in the most delicious way possible. This article originally appeared on For The Win: Mitch Marner tampering drama between Maple Leafs and Golden Knights, explained
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Two College Football Powerhouses Stuck in Bidding War for No. 1 Player in New Jersey
Two College Football Powerhouses Stuck in Bidding War for No. 1 Player in New Jersey originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Luke Wafle isn't lacking attention. The USC Trojans and Ohio State Buckeyes are providing the four-star Class of 2026 edge rusher with more than enough. Advertisement Lincoln Riley and Ryan Day are vying for Wafle's commitment, but the former has a leg up as of right now, On3's Steve Wiltfong reported Wednesday. 'A spring visit to Ohio State and then a summer official visit checked a lot of boxes for Wafle from a development and culture standpoint,' Wiltfong wrote. 'Whatever the NIL promise was, USC trumped it this past weekend. That along with potentially playing for Eric Henderson and Shaun Nua also made for an exciting opportunity. 'USC could be in control again for what has become a bidding war for one of America's best.' 247Sports director of scouting Andrew Ivins compares Wafle, who stands 6-foot-5 and weighs 245 pounds, to former Buckeyes star Jack Sawyer. Sawyer is now playing for the Pittsburgh Steelers. USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley watches pregame Nicholson-Imagn Images 'Force-based defensive end that's a tackle collector on the edge,' Ivins said of Wafle in a scouting report earlier this month. 'Racks up stops when ball carriers near his gaps as he has the strength and power to will his way to wins. … Might need some time to find his footing, but projects as a potential impact player for a College Football Playoff contender that can do the dirty work.' Advertisement As a junior at the Hun School (N.J.), Waffle totaled 53 tackles, 18 tackles for loss, eight sacks and eight quarterback hits. Wafle's father, David, played on Duke's defensive line in the 1990s. Related: 'Haven't Been Relevant Since Matt Leinart': Former Oregon Star Rips USC This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 19, 2025, where it first appeared.
