Britney Griner trial, a homeowner gets the Stanley Cup, a shakeup in collegiate athletics: top sports stories

Britney Griner trial, a homeowner gets the Stanley Cup, a shakeup in collegiate athletics: top sports stories

For the week of June 27 to July 3, the top sports stories included the Britney Griner trial in Russia, an NBA star accused of felony domestic violence, the iconic Stanley Cup trophy being delivered to the wrong address, the first USFL championship game, and a major shakeup in college football.

For the week of June 27 to July 3, the top sports stories included the Britney Griner trial in Russia, an NBA star accused of felony domestic violence, the iconic Stanley Cup trophy being delivered to the wrong address, the first USFL championship game, and a major shakeup in college football.

Sharks hire Mike Grier as NHL’s first Black general manager

Sharks hire Mike Grier as NHL’s first Black general manager

The San Jose Sharks have hired longtime NHL forward Mike Grier to become the first Black general manager in NHL history.

The San Jose Sharks have hired longtime NHL forward Mike Grier to become the first Black general manager in NHL history.

Late NFL, Georgia Tech football player Demaryius Thomas had Stage 2 CTE, researchers say

Late NFL, Georgia Tech football player Demaryius Thomas had Stage 2 CTE, researchers say

The Boston University CTE Center confirmed Tuesday that former Georgia Tech football standout and NFL star Demaryius Thomas had Stage 2 CTE when he died suddenly in December 2021. 

The Boston University CTE Center confirmed Tuesday that former Georgia Tech football standout and NFL star Demaryius Thomas had Stage 2 CTE when he died suddenly in December 2021. 

Madison Bumgarner, DBacks send Giants to 5th straight loss

Madison Bumgarner, DBacks send Giants to 5th straight loss

Madison Bumgarner posted a win against his former team, as the Arizona Diamondbacks beat San Francisco 8-3 on July 4.

Madison Bumgarner posted a win against his former team, as the Arizona Diamondbacks beat San Francisco 8-3 on July 4.

'Please don't forget about me': Brittney Griner writes open letter to Biden as her trial begins

'Please don't forget about me': Brittney Griner writes open letter to Biden as her trial begins

WNBA star Brittney Griner has gone on trial in a Russian court on charges of possessing cannabis oil. Griner was arrested in February at a Moscow airport while traveling to play for a Russian team.

WNBA star Brittney Griner has gone on trial in a Russian court on charges of possessing cannabis oil. Griner was arrested in February at a Moscow airport while traveling to play for a Russian team.

Nathan's hot dog eating contest: Joey Chestnut reigns champ again

Nathan's hot dog eating contest: Joey Chestnut reigns champ again

This is Joey Chestnut's 15th win at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest. How many do you think he ate this year?

This is Joey Chestnut's 15th win at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest. How many do you think he ate this year?

USFL Championship: Stallions top Stars in thriller

USFL Championship: Stallions top Stars in thriller

The Stars didn't go down without a fight, but the Stallion win seemed only fitting as they were the best team throughout the regular season.

The Stars didn't go down without a fight, but the Stallion win seemed only fitting as they were the best team throughout the regular season.

Attorneys seeking NFL documents investigating Deshaun Watson

Attorneys seeking NFL documents investigating Deshaun Watson

Attorneys for multiple women suing Deshaun Watson over allegations of sexual misconduct are seeking the documents from the NFL’s investigation into the former Houston Texans quarterback.

Attorneys for multiple women suing Deshaun Watson over allegations of sexual misconduct are seeking the documents from the NFL’s investigation into the former Houston Texans quarterback.

Rodgers, Joe power Rockies to 11-7 victory over Diamondbacks

Rodgers, Joe power Rockies to 11-7 victory over Diamondbacks

The Colorado Rockies overcame a two-homer game by Arizona’s Christian Walker and beat the Diamondbacks 11-7 on Saturday night.

The Colorado Rockies overcame a two-homer game by Arizona’s Christian Walker and beat the Diamondbacks 11-7 on Saturday night.

Diamondbacks cruise 9-3 as Rockies lose another pitcher

Diamondbacks cruise 9-3 as Rockies lose another pitcher

Peralta added an RBI double and Thomas a run-scoring triple for the Diamondbacks, who took advantage of Antonio Senzatela’s early exit to begin July strong after being shut out five times last month.

Peralta added an RBI double and Thomas a run-scoring triple for the Diamondbacks, who took advantage of Antonio Senzatela’s early exit to begin July strong after being shut out five times last month.

Freddie Freeman's ex-agent claims Braves presenting 'false narrative' on contract offer

Freddie Freeman's ex-agent claims Braves presenting 'false narrative' on contract offer

Freddie Freeman's fired agent says the Braves have presented a "false narrative" about the team's contract negotiations. “I will not stand by as the circumstances surrounding Freddie Freeman’s departure from Atlanta are mischaracterized,”

Freddie Freeman's fired agent says the Braves have presented a "false narrative" about the team's contract negotiations. “I will not stand by as the circumstances surrounding Freddie Freeman’s departure from Atlanta are mischaracterized,”

Devin Booker secures $224M, four-year extension from Suns

Devin Booker secures $224M, four-year extension from Suns

Booker’s agent confirmed that the deal was struck. It can be signed as early as July 6, when the NBA’s offseason moratorium on player movement is lifted and most new contracts and extensions can be officially executed.

Booker’s agent confirmed that the deal was struck. It can be signed as early as July 6, when the NBA’s offseason moratorium on player movement is lifted and most new contracts and extensions can be officially executed.

UCLA, USC departing Pac-12 for Big Ten

UCLA, USC departing Pac-12 for Big Ten

In a major shakeup for college sports, it appears the Pac-12 Conference will once again become the Pac-10 after the departure of two major California schools.

In a major shakeup for college sports, it appears the Pac-12 Conference will once again become the Pac-10 after the departure of two major California schools.

Kevin Durant asks for trade from Brooklyn Nets: AP source

Kevin Durant asks for trade from Brooklyn Nets: AP source

ESPN first reported Durant’s trade request, citing Phoenix and Miami as two of his preferred destinations.

ESPN first reported Durant’s trade request, citing Phoenix and Miami as two of his preferred destinations.

'Is that the Stanley Cup?' Iconic trophy accidentally delivered to wrong house

'Is that the Stanley Cup?' Iconic trophy accidentally delivered to wrong house

Each player on the Colorado Avalanche gets a turn with Lord Stanley's cup. But when it was Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog's turn, the trophy took a surprising detour.

Each player on the Colorado Avalanche gets a turn with Lord Stanley's cup. But when it was Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog's turn, the trophy took a surprising detour.