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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Penguins 'Actively Exploring' Market on $92 Million Veteran
Penguins 'Actively Exploring' Market on $92 Million Veteran originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Pittsburgh Penguins have made clear that veteran defenseman Erik Karlsson is not off-limits in trade discussions. Advertisement According to a report from The Fourth Period, general manager Kyle Dubas is actively exploring the market for the 35-year-old defenseman amid Pittsburgh's roster retooling under new head coach Dan Muse. "Penguins GM Kyle Dubas has been actively exploring the market on defenceman Erik Karlsson, who comes with a $10 million cap hit and has two years left on his contract," The Fourth Period noted. Karlsson's $10 million cap hit and full no-movement clause, however, could complicate the situation and any potential trade. To address any potential hurdles, the report suggests that Pittsburgh may be willing to retain a portion of Karlsson's salary to facilitate a deal. On top of that, Karlsson is reportedly open to waiving the clause for the right destination, supposedly a contending team. Advertisement "Karlsson owns a full no-movement clause, but is willing to waive it for the right contending team, and the Penguins may be willing to retain a portion of his salary to help facilitate a trade," the report says. "The club has all three retention slots available for this upcoming season." Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Erik Karlsson (65) is predicted to waive his no-movement LeClaire-Imagn Images Karlsson, who logged 53 points across a full 82-game season last year, is entering the final two seasons of his eight-year, $92 million contract. According to the same report, the Penguins are also fielding calls on veteran forwards Rickard Rakell and Bryan Rust. NHL insider Pierre LeBrun appeared on TSN's "OverDrive" on June 12 to report that Pittsburgh's front office is open to change. Advertisement 'They're listening [to trade offers] on everyone that aren't legacy guys,' LeBrun said. 'You know, they're not gonna move Malkin or Crosby.' Related: Pierre LeBrun Names Veteran Penguins Forward Atop Trade Candidate List Related: Penguins Coach Reveals Plans for Sidney Crosby, Pittsburgh's Aging Core This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 20, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Clarivate Collaborates with OverDrive and Innovative for Enhanced Digital Library Integration
Clarivate (NYSE:CLVT) is one of the cheap penny stocks to buy now. On June 24, OverDrive and Innovative announced a joint strategy for deep integration of their respective digital library solutions. The integration centers on OverDrive's Libby app, Kanopy, and Clarivate's Vega LX platform, which further includes Vega Discover and Vega Program. The goal is to use each company's technologies to improve how readers and library staff interact with both print and digital materials in a library's catalog. OverDrive and Innovative from Clarivate are actively seeking input and prioritization from library partners through a series of meetings with the OverDrive Advisory Group and at upcoming Digipalooza 2025 partner roundtable meetings. A state-of-the-art computer lab filled with engineers working on new analytics technologies. More updates on the collaboration will be shared later in 2025, with new tools and benefits expected to roll out in 2026. This is a non-exclusive initiative, so new tools will be available to all approved OverDrive partners. Clarivate (NYSE:CLVT) is an information services provider that operates through three segments: Academia & Government, Life Sciences & Healthcare, and Intellectual Property. OverDrive is a mission-based company that supports libraries and schools. While we acknowledge the potential of CLVT as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the . READ NEXT: and . Disclosure: None. This article is originally published at Insider Monkey.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Toronto Maple Leafs face mounting pressure to replace Mitch Marner after free agency failures
The Toronto Maple Leafs are under pressure to find a top-six replacement (Getty Images) The Toronto Maple Leafs are officially on the clock. After trading away star winger Mitch Marner in a blockbuster sign-and-trade with the Vegas Golden Knights, the Leafs are scrambling to fill the massive void left by his departure—and time is quickly running out. Insider warns Leafs can't afford to wait while the trade market heats up T oronto entered free agency eyeing top-six replacements but came up short on several key targets. Both Nikolaj Ehlers and Brock Boeser—widely viewed as ideal candidates to slot alongside Auston Matthews—opted to sign elsewhere, despite Toronto's competitive offers. Ehlers landed with the Hurricanes on a six-year, $51 million deal, while Boeser stayed loyal to Vancouver, rejecting more money from the Leafs. TSN's Mike DiStefano didn't sugarcoat the urgency surrounding the situation. 'Obviously, that's a big hole, right, for the Maple Leafs, and they've got to fill that Mitch Marner hole,' DiStefano said on OverDrive. He acknowledged that while Matias Maccelli—one of Toronto's recent additions—has potential, 'That's not gonna replace 100 points. That's not gonna replace your top penalty killer, the guy who controls your power play. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo ' With few high-end wingers remaining on the open market, DiStefano believes General Manager Brad Treliving must now shift focus to the trade market. 'I'm curious to see what Brad Treliving has up his sleeve to make that placement,' he added. So far, the return for Marner—center Nicolas Roy—is underwhelming when measured against the superstar's production. Roy notched 31 points last season and is unlikely to provide the scoring punch Toronto urgently needs. Meanwhile, the team still has $4.9 million in cap space, but that figure may not be enough to land the kind of impact player they need without making further roster moves. Also Read: NHL Contract Extension: Golden Knights begin talks to make Jack Eichel highest-paid player in franchise history If the Leafs want to stay competitive in the Eastern Conference and keep Matthews in championship contention mode, the front office must act decisively—and soon. With the trade market quickly tightening, Toronto's path forward will likely define its 2025-26 campaign. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Time of India
04-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
NHL trade news: Edmonton Oilers land Andrew Mangiapane despite Maple Leafs push as Chris Johnston reveals surprise twist
On the opening day of NHL free agency, the Edmonton Oilers made a major splash by signing Andrew Mangiapane to a two-year deal worth $3.6 million annually. The forward, one of the top names on the market, was long expected to be heading to the Toronto Maple Leafs, especially following their trade of Mitch Marner to the Vegas Golden Knights. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Chris Johnston reveals Maple Leafs' strong pursuit of Mangiapane According to NHL insider Chris Johnston on TSN's OverDrive, the Maple Leafs were genuinely in contention to sign Mangiapane. Several teams around the league reportedly believed Toronto was going to land the forward. It was not a case of indifference or a lack of effort on the part of general manager Brad Treliving. This wasn't just a routine free-agent miss for Toronto. Given the situation, losing out on Mangiapane to a fellow Canadian team adds a level of frustration. It emphasizes how competitive the free-agent market can be, especially when multiple teams see the same player as a priority. Andrew Mangiapane wary of pressure in Toronto market While the financial offer and team fit were undoubtedly factors, another element may have influenced Mangiapane's decision; his own reservations about playing in his hometown. Reports indicate the forward may have had concerns about the intense media attention and expectations that come with being a local player in Toronto. For the Maple Leafs, it's a missed opportunity at a time when they can't afford many. The front office is now expected to explore the trade market for a forward, but given the current landscape, that solution might not come until the regular season is underway. Maple Leafs must regroup after Mangiapane snub Toronto's failure to land Andrew Mangiapane leaves a noticeable gap in their forward lineup. With several top free agents already signed elsewhere, Brad Treliving's task becomes even tougher. The team needs firepower, and fast. Whether it's a blockbuster trade or a shrewd depth signing, Toronto has to act decisively. Otherwise, losing Mangiapane to a conference rival could become the story that defines their offseason. Also Read:
Yahoo
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Desperate to keep kids off screens? They won't be able to put these books down
It's a summer day and it's too hot to play outside. Your child is glued to a screen, content to spend their day with air-conditioning and digital media. Sound familiar? It's the time of year when many parents are waging a war against technology – while it's fun to have an inside lazy day now and then, these can add up quickly without school. And with fall on the horizon, the summer slide is a looming threat to school-aged children. This phenomenon happens when kids lose some of the learning they achieved in the past school year. While studies are mixed on the impact and prevalence of summer learning loss, literacy rates for children are now at an all-time low. Forty percent of fourth graders have 'below basic' reading skills. Treating summer reading like homework is a good way to deflate any joy in reading, which is already declining among students. Even among adults, the temptation to scroll often overtakes the desire to read. Here are five tips to try with your household this summer, plus reading suggestions for books that'll keep kids engaged. Kids take cues from their parents. If you show them how important and fun reading is in your life, they'll likely model that behavior. Parents can start by making reading a topic of conversation. Share what you're reading and let them tell you about their books. Make reading together a family challenge this summer, says Lauren Tarshis, author of bestselling kids' series 'I Survived' and Scholastic's senior VP and editor at large. ''We're all going to put down our phones from this time to this time and we're going to read,'' she suggests saying. ''Let's go to the library together. Here's an independent bookstore, let's go there. Let's make that an excursion.'' Reading tips for adults: Squeeze books into your busy life It's important to find a book that'll make your kid excited to pick up another, so look for one that taps into their hobbies or latest obsessions. Bookelicious, an online site for kids' reading, was founded by Lea Anne Borders to connect kids with books that match their unique interests. On Bookelicious, young readers design an avatar 'bookmoji' with costumes, pets and accessories. These customizations help Bookelicious match them with books they might enjoy: It can recommend one about sports for a kid who dresses their bookmoji in a jersey. 'Motivation and engagement are fueled by the access to high-interest, personally relevant books and ability to exercise some choice around those,' Borders says. 'We're trying to serve up those books that are really, really interesting and fun and exciting to kids and then help them make their own choices, because that means they're more likely to read their books.' Every kid is different. Audiobooks, graphic novels or even digital reading may be the best form of reading for your child. Audiobooks and e-reading are on the rise in schools and public libraries around the country, according to Steve Potash, the CEO of digital library distributor OverDrive. Here are the top e-books that kept kids engaged, according to Libby and OverDrive data shared with USA TODAY: 'The Lightning Thief' by Rick Riordan 'The Lost Hero' by Rick Riordan 'Anne of Green Gables' by L.M. Montgomery 'Hot Mess' by Jeff Kinney 'Little Women' by Louisa May Alcott 'Unraveled' by Shannon Messenger 'The Last Olympian' by Rick Riordan 'Escaping Peril' by Tui T. Sutherland 'The Battle of the Labyrinth' by Rick Riordan 'The Deep End' by Jeff Kinney The top book series, based on minutes spent reading: 'Harry Potter' by J.K. Rowling 'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' by Rick Riordan 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid' by Jeff Kinney 'Wings of Fire' by Tui T. Sutherland 'Heroes of Olympus' by Rick Riordan 'The Boxcar Children' by Gertrude Chandler Warner 'Trials of Apollo' by Rick Riordan 'Spy School' by Stuart Gibbs 'Ranger's Apprentice' by John Flanagan 'The Chronicles of Narnia' by C.S. Lewis Summer reading challenges, whether at your local library, online or homemade, can be a great way to keep reading exciting. Here are some we recommend: Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Challenge: Fill our journal, get a free book in July and August Books a Million Summer Reading Adventure: Fill out logbook, get a free Dog Man prize Scholastic Summer Reading Badges: Color in badges after completing reading goals Bookelicious Summer Reading Challenge Checklist: Complete 10 activities, receive $25 You can gamify summer reading on your own, too, like a reward of screen time for every finished book or number of pages, a new book at the bookstore or a trip to a local ice cream shop. Not every kid loves reading, and that's OK, says Tarshis. The author of dozens of children's books, Tarshis started writing 'I Survived' because she couldn't get her son to read. Tarshis had her own 'significant' challenges reading as a kid. Learning disabilities can also pose a challenge. There are more ways to get kids reading this summer than just handing them a book. Even magazine reading or online research is a good way to get kids using their brains. Going to an amusement park this summer? Tarshis suggests assigning them to read reviews: "What are the three best roller coasters? What do we have to bring?' she offers. 'Do not use ChatGPT; I'll know if you did.' Going on a trip? Have your kid learn about the local wildlife or historical sites. Do you have a movie-buff family? Read up on the Vikings when you watch 'How to Train Your Dragon' or aliens before seeing 'Elio.' If your family is brave enough for a 'Jaws' 50th anniversary rewatch, have your kids read about sharks. Reading may be a solitary activity, but it's best when done in community. Join a silent book club, start a parent-child book club with neighbors or move your playdate to the library on a rainy day. Reading together can help build excitement, gather new recommendations and help your family feel part of something bigger. What is the 'best' children's book?: Kids, parents, authors on what makes a classic Clare Mulroy is USA TODAY's Books Reporter, where she covers buzzy releases, chats with authors and dives into the culture of reading. Find her on Instagram, subscribe to our weekly Books newsletter or tell her what you're reading at cmulroy@ This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Avoid the 'summer slide': Get your kid to read with these tips
