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Duke's Kyle Filipowski undergoes hip surgery
By Paul Ihander Duke center and reigning ACC Rookie of the Year Kyle Filipowski recently underwent arthroscopic surgery on both of his hips. A university statement issued Thursday says Filipowski is already in the rehab process to prepare for the upcoming 2023-24 season. The procedure was performed by Dr. Chad Mather, the vice chairman of practice innovation in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Duke University School of Medicine.
Hurricanes and 99.9 The Fan extend broadcast partnership
By Paul Ihander — The Carolina Hurricanes and Capitol Broadcasting Company have signed a new agreement to keep 99.9 FM The Fan as the flagship station of the Hurricanes Radio Network. The three-year agreement, announced Wednesday, continues the Hurricanes’ and The Fan’s broadcast partnership through the 2025-26 NHL season.
College GameDay returns to Duke for record 12th time
By Paul Ihander ESPN's college basketball version of its popular traveling College GameDay program returns to the Duke University campus this Saturday. Duke (15-6 overall, 6-4 ACC) hosts Carolina (15-6 overall, 7-3 ACC) for the first time this season. The pregame hosted by Rece Davis and various analysts will make its 12th appearance at Cameron Indoor Stadium, the most visits to a single venue in the show's history. The morning show will broadcast live starting at 11 a.m. on ESPN.
Carlson, Cole inked to multi-year extensions with Raiders
Daniel Carlson, AJ Cole, Las Vegas Raiders Photo credit Getty Images The tongue-in-cheek saying goes in fantasy football, "kickers and punters go quick". The Las Vegas Raiders feel the same way. The Raiders signed kickerDaniel Carlsonand punterAJ Coleto multi-year contract extensions on Thursday.
Las Vegas Aces 2022 season tips May 6
Kelsey Plum, Las Vegas Aces Photo credit Getty Images The WNBA's 2022 schedule places the Las Vegas Aces in a rematch of their 2021 semifinals series against the Phoenix Mercury in the season opener. The Aces' season tips off on Friday, May 6, at Phoenix. Las Vegas’ home opener comes two days later at Michelob ULTRA Arena against the Seattle Storm. Teams are playing 36 games during the 2022 regular season—18 at home, and 18 on the road.
Help wanted sign at UNR: Norvell leaves for CSU
Jay Norvell Photo credit Getty Images The Nevada Wolf Pack have the help wanted sign hanging outside the head football coach office for the first time in five years. Jay Norvell left Nevada Monday to take the same job at Colorado State University, becoming the Rams' 24th head coach in history. Norvell finishes his tenure at UNR with a record of 33-22, with four consecutive bowl berths. Assistant coach Vai Taua will lead the Wolf Pack in the Quick Lube Bowl in Detroit on December 27.
UNLV’s Friel named Mountain West Freshman of the Year
Cameron Friel Photo credit Getty Images UNLV became the first football program in history to boast back-to-back Mountain West Freshman of the Year honorees as quarterback Cameron Friel earned the 2021 edition, while all-time leading rusher Charles Williams earned First Team All-MW as part of the conference’s annual postseason awards announced Tuesday.
Charles Williams named Mountain West Offensive Player of the Week
Charles Williams, UNLV RB Photo credit Getty Images UNLV running back Charles Williams has been named Mountain West Offensive Player of the Week. The "Chuck Wagon" led the Rebels to a 27-13 Saturday win over Hawai’i by finishing with 266 net yards rushing, which tied for the second most in school history and marked the third-best total in the nation this season.
Raiders sign veteran WR DeSean Jackson
DeSean Jackson Photo credit Getty Images The Las Vegas Raiders have signed free agent WR DeSean Jackson, the club announced Monday. A three-time Pro Bowler and Associated Press All-Pro honoree in 2009, Jackson has appeared in 167 games with 154 starts in his career, recording 620 receptions for 10,877 with 57 touchdowns and adding 71 carries for 459 yards with four touchdowns. He has also returned 140 punts for 1,315 yards with four touchdowns.
Friel named Mountain West Freshman of the Week
Cameron Friel, UNLV QB Photo credit Getty Images UNLV true freshman quarterback Cameron Friel was named Mountain West Freshman of the Week, the league announced Monday. He is the first Rebels' player to earn the conference honor, which debuted this season. Friel led UNLV to its first victory of the season, 31-17, at New Mexico on Saturday. The Hawai’i native completed 20-of-33 attempts for 227 yards and 2 touchdowns against the Lobos.
Whitecloud extends for six-years with VGK
Zach Whitecloud Photo credit Getty Images The Vegas Golden Knights are locking down their defense. The team Thursday signed defenseman Zach Whitecloud to a six-year contract extension through the 2027-28 season worth an average annual value of $2,750,000. Whitecloud has appeared in 72 career games for the Golden Knights and has recorded 14 points (2 G, 12 A) to go with 30 penalty minutes. He has also appeared in 39 Stanley Cup Playoff games for Vegas, recording seven points (3 G, 4 A).
Jacobs ruled out of Sunday’s game at Pittsburgh
Josh Jacobs Photo credit Getty Images The Las Vegas Raiders will be without their feature running back against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday. Josh Jacobs will sit out of Sunday's game due to nagging toe and ankle injuries. Head coach Jon Gruden was pretty plain when asked about Jacobs' status when he spoke to reporters Friday, "He’s out. He will not play.” Jacobs carried the ball 10 times for 34 yards and two touchdowns in Monday's win over Baltimore.
Golden Knights sign Coghlan to two-year deal
Dylan Coghlan Photo credit Getty Images The Vegas Golden Knights are bringing back defenseman Dylan Coghlan. The team announced Wednesday it signed the 23-year-old Coghlan to a two-year deal, with an average annual value of $762,500. Coghlan appeared in a career-high 29 games last season for the Golden Knights and registered six points (3 G, 3 A). He made his NHL debut at T-Mobile Arena on February 5, 2021.
Raiders place Good, McCoy on injured list
Gerald McCoy Photo credit © Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sport The Las Vegas Raiders made the terrible news official on Wednesday, adding G Denzelle Good and DT Gerald McCoy to the Reserve/Injured List. Both were sidelined in Monday night's overtime win against Baltimore. Good tore his ACL early in the first quarter while at right guard. The Raiders signed former 2017 practice squad player Jordan Simmons to fill-in the spot.
Southern Nevada home prices pause at record level in August
Las Vegas skyline Photo credit Getty Images A report released Wednesday by Las Vegas Realtors shows local home prices holding steady for the month of August. Seasonal reasons like families getting their kids in school, graduates off to college are believed to be behind the pause. August is the seventh straight month when there were more properties available without offers than in the previous month.
NV Energy calls for power conservation due to demand concerns
Power lines Photo credit Getty Images Las Vegas, NV (KXNT) - NV Energy is asking customers throughout Nevada to conserve power today and Thursday due to demands on the power grid created by heat in the West. Customers are asked to take measures to reduce power use between the hours of 5p-8p. Things like upping thermostats to 78 degrees, not charging vehicles during these hours and avoiding using large appliances will help conserve energy.
Henderson Silver Knights name Tim Speltz GM
Henderson Silver Knights Photo credit Getty Images The Henderson Silver Knights have a new general manager. Tim Speltz will take the reins of the AHL team after spending the last three seasons as head of amateur scouting for the Toronto Maple Leafs. “I am very excited about joining the Henderson Silver Knights and the entire organization,” Speltz said. “I look forward to being ingrained in the community of Henderson and I can’t wait to get started.
Southern Nevada crews headed to Lake Tahoe to battle wildfires
Clark County Fire team Photo credit Clark County Government With the South Lake Tahoe region under mandatory evacuation orders, the Nevada Division of Emergency Management has put out the call for help. 20 firefighters from Southern Nevada will answer the call. Four engines from Clark County, North Las Vegas and Pahrump Valley will be on station at Lake Tahoe to provide assistance to fire crews there.
Mountain West unveils COVID game cancellation policies
UNLV/Boise State football Photo credit Getty Images The Mountain West announced Friday its 2021-22 COVID-19 Game Cancellation Policy, which applies to all conference-sponsored sports. These provisions will continue to be reviewed by the MW Directors of Athletics and the MW Health & Safety Advisory Committee and will be adjusted should circumstances warrant.
LSU-USC to headline 2024 Vegas Kickoff Classic
Vegas Kickoff Classic Photo credit Las Vegas Bowl Allegiant Stadium is quickly becoming a player in the college football big game landscape. USC and LSU will headline the Vegas Kickoff Classic in Las Vegas in 2024. The neutral-site game will take place over Labor Day weekend. “We are excited to announce this historic matchup that is sure to attract the sports world’s attention,” said John Saccenti, Vegas Kickoff Classic and SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl executive director.
Vaccinations to be required to attend in-person classes at UNLV, UNR
Vaccine nurse Photo credit Getty Images Proof of vaccination against the COVID19 virus will be mandatory for students wanting an in-person education on Nevada's university and college campuses. The Nevada state Board of Health unanimously approved the vaccination requirement during an emergency meeting Friday.
Someone at EA Sports doesn’t like Petro
Alex Pietrangelo, NHL 22 Photo credit Electronic Arts EA Sports dropped the news Thursday morning via YouTube, Toronto Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews will be the cover athlete for the upcoming NHL 22 video game. For Vegas Golden Knights fans, they get a glimpse of what their team will look like in pixelated form, but at a cost. VGK defenseman Alex Pietrangelo is highlighted in the near two-minute trailer, but on the end of a vicious hit from Washington's Alex Ovechkin. Take a look below.
Raiders sign veteran DT Gerald McCoy
Gerald McCoy Photo credit Getty Images The Las Vegas Raiders added some veteran help to the team's defensive unit Wednesday, signing free agent defensive tackle Gerald McCoy. McCoy's been in the NFL since 2010, when Tampa Bay selected him third overall in the NFL Draft. The 6-4, 300 pound defensive tackle has started all 139 games played in his career. He suited up for the first of his six Pro Bowls in 2012.
Henderson Olympian Connor Fields released from Tokyo Hospital
Connor Fields Photo credit Getty Images Henderson BMX rider Connor Fields has been released from a Tokyo hospital. Connor Fields will be released from the hospital in Tokyo on Thursday and return home to continue recovering just six days after his horrifying BMX crash at the Olympics https://t.co/FQSZMFF61z — SI Olympics (@si_olympics) August 5, 2021 USA Cycling says Fields will be coming home to Nevada after spending several days under care for a head injury at St. Luke's International Hospital.
Lakers land Russell Westbrook from Washington: reports
Russell Westbrook, Rui Hachimura Photo credit Getty Images The Los Angeles Lakers seem to be forging their 2021 version of the "Big Three". ESPN and Stadium report the Lakers have executed a layered trade with the Washington Wizards, moving nine-time All-Star point guard Russell Westbrook to the Western Conference.
Golden Knights wheel and deal on day one of NHL free agency
Laurent Brossoit Photo credit Getty Images Day one of NHL free agency turned out to be a busy one for the Vegas Golden Knights. As reported, VGK brought back veteran defenseman Alec Martinez on a three-year contract with an average annual value of $5.25 million. The team was quick to replace Marc-Andre Fleury with some veteran goaltender help with former Winnipeg netminder Laurent Brossoit. He first played in the league in 2014 with Edmonton. His deal is two years for $2.65 million.
Masks on to start new CCSD school year for students, staff
Masks Photo credit Getty Images Masks will be part of the Clark County School District's return to classrooms in the upcoming school year. Automated phone calls and e-mails went out to parents Tuesday to inform them of the decision. From CCSD: The District is committed to opening schools for all students as safely as possible for in-person learning for the 2021-2022 school year.
Marc-Andre Fleury traded to Chicago
Marc-Andre Fleury, Vegas Golden Knights Photo credit Getty Images We have seen the last of Marc-Andre Fleury in a Vegas Golden Knights' uniform. The Golden Knights have traded the reigning Vezina Trophy winner to Chicago in exchange for minor league forward Mikael Hakkarainen. The team issued an official trade statement Tuesday morning. Fleury's agent Allan Walsh said earlier if a trade was place, the five-time All-Star goalie will take a heartbeat to think about his playing future.
Strong, Hall, Scarver headline preseason Mountain West All-Conference team
Carson Strong, Nevada Wolf Pack Photo credit Getty Images Three familiar faces headline the 2021 Preseason All-Mountain West Football Team. The media selections were announced Thursday at the league’s annual media days, being held at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. The team, as selected by members of the media, features 24 student-athletes who were first or second team All-MW selections in 2020. The 26-member squad is comprised of 17 seniors, eight juniors and one sophomore.
Golden Knights to open regular season as part of national TV doubleheader
Alex Pietrangelo, Vegas Golden Knights Photo credit Getty Images The Vegas Golden Knights will start their fifth year as a franchise as part of a doubleheader on opening night of the 2021-2022 NHL season. The NHL released the full 82-game schedule for every team Thursday, with VGK hosting Seattle in Game 2 of a double dip, and Tampa Bay and Pittsburgh tangling things up in game 1 on Tuesday, October 12. The doubleheader will be broadcast on ESPN, the first year the network will hold hockey rights.
Golden Knights to open season against expansion Kraken
Chandler Stephenson Photo credit Getty Images The new kid on the NHL block will face the former new kid to open the 2021-22 regular season. ESPN announced Wednesday to lead off the Seattle Expansion Draft, the Golden Knights will host the Seattle Kraken in the first game of the new season. The full NHL schedule will be announced Thursday.
Nevada, Boise State picked to meet in Mountain West Football Championship game
Nevada QB Carson Strong Photo credit Getty Images If preseason predictions were sure bets, it will be Boise State atop the Mountain Division, and Nevada pacing the West Division in the upcoming 2021 Mountain West Football season. The media predictions were released Wednesday at the start of Mountain West Media Days in Las Vegas.
Clark County to require masks for people working indoors
Masked worker Photo credit Getty Images The masks are back in Las Vegas. In response to rising COVID-19 cases in Southern Nevada, Clark County Commissioners voted Tuesday to put in place a mask mandate for all employees when indoors in public spaces at work. The masks will need to be worn by every employee, regardless of vaccination status. The mandate will begin late Wednesday night and run through at least August 17.
Raiders’ President Marc Badain steps down
Marc Badain Photo credit Ethan Miller, Getty Images Las Vegas Raiders' team President Marc Badain resigned Monday, after spending 30 years with the organization. Team owner Mark Davis made the announcement saying "his (Marc's) efforts in helping to build the most magnificent stadium in the sports and entertainment capital of the world will never be forgotten." Badain started with the Raiders as an intern in 1991, rising to team President in 2015.
Las Vegas hits Time Magazine's 100 world's greatest places list
Las Vegas, July 4th Photo credit Getty Images Time Magazine's third annual list of the World's Greatest Places includes Las Vegas. 100 travel destinations made the cut, including places like Sicily, Italy, and Memphis, Tennessee. Here's why Las Vegas made the list: “New casinos, new restaurants and an Elon Musk–developed tunnel system are among the exciting developments that are part and parcel of Las Vegas’ post-pandemic rebound….
Indoor mask use recommended by Southern Nevada Health District
Vaccination clinic nurse Photo credit Getty Images Dust off and wash up your masks. The Southern Nevada Health District Friday recommended vaccinated and unvaccinated people for COVID19 wear masks in the area's crowded indoor places where people would have contact with people not fully vaccinated against the virus. The recommendation comes as COVID19 case count rises in the state, and vaccination rates decline.
Marshawn Lynch: Beast Mode isn't just a brand, it is my authentic self'
Marshawn Lynch Photo credit Getty Images Veteran NFL running back Marshawn Lynch continues building his personal empire. From ownership in soccer teams, to charity initiatives in the Bay Area, Lynch has his steady hands in everything. But it all started with Beast Mode. The Super Bowl winner is opening his latest Beast Mode outlet Thursday at the Shoppes at Mandalay Place in Las Vegas.
NHL All-Star Game awarded to Las Vegas in 2022
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NHL All-Star Game awarded to Las Vegas in 2022
NHL All-Star Game Photo credit Getty Images Las Vegas, NV (KXNT) - Las Vegas will play host to the NHL All-Star Weekend in 2022. The National Hockey League announced information Monday for it's signature season events, including the 2022 NHL Winter Classic®, the 2022 Honda NHL All-Star Weekend and the 2022 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series™. The All-Star Weekend will take place at T-Mobile Arena, and will be scheduled during the traditional midway point of the NHL regular season.
Vax Nevada Days to award $5M to vaccinated residents
Vax Nevada Days flier Photo credit Nevada Governor's office The COVID19 vaccine incentive lottery is coming to Nevada. Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak announced Thursday the plan for #VAXNevadaDays, where residents who have had at least one vaccination for COVID19 will be eligible to share in a pool of cash and prizes totaling $5 million dollars. Eligible residents 18 & older who have been vaccinated against #COVID19 will be in the running for big cash prizes.
Derek Carr: 'I'm a Raider for life'
The talk begins every off-season: are the Las Vegas Raiders and quarterback Derek Carr still meant to be together? For Carr, he's hoping for a career-long commitment. Speaking with reporters following Tuesday's mandatory minicamp practice in Las Vegas, Carr was asked about the offseason of unhappy quarterbacks and why he doesn't speak out, considering he hasn't had the greatest situation over the years as a Raider. Carr believes for him, it's all about loyalty. "I’ve said it over and over again.
Fall NASCAR races in Las Vegas to run at 100% capacity
Las Vegas Motor Speedway Photo credit Getty Images For the first time since February 2020, a NASCAR weekend in Las Vegas will run with no capacity restrictions. Las Vegas Motor Speedway plans to have all seats available for the September 23-26 weekend that is headlined by the South Point 400. This is in accordance with the decision by Nevada and Clark County to lift all crowd and space restrictions related to the pandemic on June 1.
Raiders re-sign veteran tackle Sam Young
Sam Young, Las Vegas Raiders Photo credit Getty Images Some veteran help returns to the offensive line for the Las Vegas Raiders. The Raiders on Monday re-signed offensive tackle Sam Young. Young started seven games in 11 contests for the Raiders in the 2020 season. Young will enter his 12th year in the NFL, joining the league in 2010 with Dallas. TRENDING ON AUDACY
California mother sought in discovery of boy's body near Mountain Springs
Samantha Rodriguez Photo credit LVMPD A manhunt is on for the mother of a young boy found dead near the Mountain Springs Trailhead southwest of Las Vegas last month. Las Vegas Metro Police homicide detectives are looking for 35-year-old Samantha Moreno Rodriguez in the death of her seven-year-old son Liam Husted. Detectives made the announcement Monday as they identified the boy. Liam's body was found on the morning of May 28 in a forested area of the trail off of State Route 160.
Nevada, Boise State lead preseason Athlon All-Mountain West team
Carson Strong, Nevada QB Photo credit Getty Images If preseason player awards lists decide a season, then Boise State and Nevada should be the front runners in the Mountain West for the 2021 season. Athlon Sports picked 15 players each from Boise State and Nevada to make up the publication's preseason all-Mountain West team on Tuesday. The conference's 2020 Offensive Player of the Year, junior quarterback Carson Strong of Nevada, leads the First-Team offense.
Las Vegas Ballpark to go to 100% capacity on June 10th
Las Vegas Ballpark Photo credit Paul Ihander The Las Vegas Ballpark will operate at 100% capacity starting June 10. The Las Vegas Aviators made the announcement Monday, stating tickets for the remainder of the season through mid-September, will go on sale June 1. Capacity restrictions were placed on the first two homestands due to the pandemic. CDC and local guidelines will also mean fans who are fully vaccinated will no longer have to wear masks while at the facility. TRENDING ON AUDACY
Aircraft crashes near Nellis AFB
Nellis AFB sign Photo credit Getty Images A contractor-operated aircraft from Nellis Air Force Base crashed into a neighborhood near the base Monday afternoon. Video from the scene near Nellis Boulevard and Lake Mead Boulevard shows thick black smoke coming from the crash site. The crash was first reported around 2:30 p.m., and an Air Force statement on social media confirmed the crash.
Las Vegas Ballpark to go 100% capacity June 10
Las Vegas Ballpark Photo credit Paul Ihander The Las Vegas Ballpark will operate at 100% capacity starting June 10. The Las Vegas Aviators made the announcement Monday, stating tickets for the remainder of the season through mid-September, will go on sale June 1. Capacity restrictions were placed on the first two homestands due to the pandemic. CDC and local guidelines will also mean fans who are fully vaccinated will no longer have to wear masks while at the facility. TRENDING ON AUDACY
Raiders release 2021 schedule
Allegiant Stadium Photo credit Christian Petersen/Getty Images Las Vegas, NV (KXNT) - The Las Vegas Raiders will get a second chance to unveil the team's new home in prime time (hopefully with fans in place) to start the 2021 season. The NFL announced Wednesday the full schedule to kick off the new season, with the Raiders hosting the Baltimore Ravens on Monday Night Football, September 13. The Raiders posted a video to release the schedule from the team's point of view.
MGM Resorts gets thumbs up for 100% capacity
Mirage Hotel and Casino Photo credit Getty Images The casino floor will be full again. MGM Resorts International announced Wednesday that the Nevada Gaming Control Board has approved a return to 100 percent occupancy and no social distancing on the gaming floors located inside the company's Las Vegas Strip properties.
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