‘Don’t be afraid’ — Panthers’ Ekblad voices support for LGBT athletes

He believes the hockey world is becoming more accepting of the LGBT community.

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Kyrie Irving says reported rift with LeBron James “a bunch of noise”

Gordon Hayward praise Brad Stevens

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Report: Jazz, Rodney Hood opening contract extension talks

The question, of course, is price.

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Canucks sign Vanek to one-year, $2M deal

Vancouver's been busy with free agent signings this summer.

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Blue Jackets sign Wennberg to six-year deal, reportedly worth $4.9M AAV

"He has tremendous opportunity to become an integral player for our organization."

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Datsyuk believes the ‘recharge started’ after Red Wings miss playoffs

"In reality you need to fight for the Cup and not just to make the playoffs."

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Trail Blazers still paying for last summer’s mistakes – but far less

Grading the Portland Trail Blazers' offseason

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