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The Hockey Hall of Fame expects to keep the US Olympic gold medal-winning pucks

The Hockey Hall of Fame expects to keep the US Olympic gold medal-winning pucks

The Associated Press  |  Updated March 19 - 6:04 a.m.  |  Save Story

The Hockey Hall of Fame says the pucks used to score the gold medal-winning men's and women's goals at the Milan Cortina Olympics are part of its permanent collection after being donated by the International Ice Hockey Federation.
WADA delays decision over potential ban of Trump from major sporting events until after World Cup

WADA delays decision over potential ban of Trump from major sporting events until after World Cup

Eddie Pells, Associated Press  |  Updated March 18 - 6:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

The World Anti-Doping Agency on Tuesday put off a decision about barring government officials from major sporting events if their countries voluntarily withhold dues, pushing a potential conflict with President Donald Trump and other U.S. officials until at least after this summer's World Cup.
WADA is weighing a rule to bar Trump and US officials from major events. Can it really do that?

WADA is weighing a rule to bar Trump and US officials from major events. Can it really do that?

Eddie Pells, Associated Press  |  Posted March 17 - 9:02 a.m.  |  Save Story

The idea sounds outlandish, if not downright impossible.
Did you know the Olympic rings now make a sound?

Did you know the Olympic rings now make a sound?

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted March 16 - 7:11 p.m.  |  Save Story

Now, there's a sound associated with the Olympic rings.
The PWHL is riding a post-Olympic boost in ticket sales and marketing opportunities

The PWHL is riding a post-Olympic boost in ticket sales and marketing opportunities

John Wawrow, Associated Press  |  Updated March 16 - 7:48 a.m.  |  Save Story

Sarah Fillier spent her first two seasons with the New York Sirens accustomed to staring at empty blocks of seats across the bench during home games.
Lindsey Vonn not ready to discuss her future in ski racing as she recovers from Olympic crash

Lindsey Vonn not ready to discuss her future in ski racing as she recovers from Olympic crash

Pat Graham, Associated Press  |  Updated March 16 - 6:07 a.m.  |  Save Story

Lindsey Vonn hasn't completely shut the door on ski racing again. She hasn't decided to return, either.
US beats Canada in Para ice hockey final to complete historic clean sweep in Olympics, Paralympics

US beats Canada in Para ice hockey final to complete historic clean sweep in Olympics, Paralympics

Daniella Matar, Associated Press  |  Updated March 16 - 6:06 a.m.  |  Save Story

Three weeks after the United States beat Canada in the Olympic hockey finals, the Americans overcame their neighbors again to win Paralympic gold and complete the sweep at Milan Cortina.
Venezuela rallies to beat Shohei Ohtani and defending champ Japan 8-5, advance to WBC semis

Venezuela rallies to beat Shohei Ohtani and defending champ Japan 8-5, advance to WBC semis

Alanis Thames, Associated Press  |  Updated March 14 - 11:53 p.m.  |  Save Story

Wilyer Abreu hit a go-ahead, three-run homer after Maikel Garcia sparked the comeback with a two-run shot, and Venezuela beat Shohei Ohtani and defending champion Japan 8-5 in the World Baseball Classic on Saturday night to advance to the semifinals.
U.S. beats Canada 5-3, advances to the World Baseball Classic semifinals

U.S. beats Canada 5-3, advances to the World Baseball Classic semifinals

Kristie Rieken, Associated Press  |  Updated March 13 - 9:58 p.m.  |  Save Story

Aaron Judge doubled and Pete Crow-Armstrong and Brice Turang each had two hits as the United States beat Canada 5-3 on Friday night to reach the World Baseball Classic semifinals.
WADA to weigh barring Trump, US officials from LA Olympics and possibly World Cup over unpaid dues

WADA to weigh barring Trump, US officials from LA Olympics and possibly World Cup over unpaid dues

Eddie Pells, Associated Press  |  Updated March 13 - 8:22 p.m.  |  Save Story

The World Anti-Doping Agency is considering rewriting its rules to try barring President Donald Trump and all U.S. government officials from attending the LA Olympics in 2028 in a move that could also have implications for the World Cup being hosted by the U.S. this summer.
Winter Olympics star Klaebo says he has a concussion from crash in World Cup race

Winter Olympics star Klaebo says he has a concussion from crash in World Cup race

The Associated Press  |  Updated March 13 - 10:47 a.m.  |  Save Story

Norwegian cross-country skiing star Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo said Friday he sustained a concussion from a fall in a World Cup race a day earlier but that he was "all good in the hood."
Paralympians ski in shorts and T-shirts, and some ask: Shouldn't these Games be earlier?

Paralympians ski in shorts and T-shirts, and some ask: Shouldn't these Games be earlier?

Tales Azzoni, Brittany Peterson, Pat Graham And Jennifer Mcdermott, Associated Press  |  Updated March 13 - 6:43 a.m.  |  Save Story

At this month's Milan Cortina Paralympics, some athletes competed in shorts, T-shirts and even tank tops. One skier lamented conditions as "tropical," while a snowboarder complained about soft, slow snow he thought put him at a disadvantage. And some worried about something more important: their safety. They are now asking the same question as the International Olympic Committee: Should these Games be moved to earlier in the year when cold temperatures are more reliable? The International Paralympic Committee says moving the dates sounds easier than it could be, but it may be necessary to ensure the best conditions.
No sales tax on Olympic tickets in 2034? Here's what the Utah Legislature just decided

No sales tax on Olympic tickets in 2034? Here's what the Utah Legislature just decided

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted March 12 - 8:05 a.m.  |  Save Story

Sales taxes, expected to bring in $88 million to state and local governments in Utah, won't be charged on tickets for the 2034 Winter Games under a bill passed during this year's legislative session.
Pasquantino has WBC's first 3-homer game to lead Italy over Mexico, advancing US to quarterfinals

Pasquantino has WBC's first 3-homer game to lead Italy over Mexico, advancing US to quarterfinals

The Associated Press  |  Updated March 11 - 8:33 p.m.  |  Save Story

Vinnie Pasquantino had the World Baseball Classic's first three-homer game, leading Italy over Mexico 9-1 on Wednesday night to win Pool B and advance the United States to the quarterfinals as group's second-place team.
Ukraine accuses IPC and local Paralympic organizers of 'systematic pressure' at Milan Cortina Games

Ukraine accuses IPC and local Paralympic organizers of 'systematic pressure' at Milan Cortina Games

Tales Azzoni, Associated Press  |  Posted March 11 - 3:57 p.m.  |  Save Story

Ukraine's Paralympic committee has accused the International Paralympic Committee and Milan Cortina organizers of subjecting Ukraine's athletes and coaches to "systematic pressure."
Oksana Masters wins 3rd gold at Milan Cortina Games to push Paralympics medal total to 22

Oksana Masters wins 3rd gold at Milan Cortina Games to push Paralympics medal total to 22

Tales Azzoni, Associated Press  |  Posted March 11 - 5:52 a.m.  |  Save Story

The medal count is now at 22 for Oksana Masters, the most decorated American Winter Paralympian.
Russian anthem, flags return to Paralympics for first time in a dozen years

Russian anthem, flags return to Paralympics for first time in a dozen years

Lisa Riley Roche, Deseret News  |  Posted March 10 - 7:40 a.m.  |  Save Story

Monday, Russia's national anthem was played at a Paralympics for the first time since 2014.
Olympians Liu and Gu travel very different paths, and China-US relations hang over their stories

Olympians Liu and Gu travel very different paths, and China-US relations hang over their stories

Didi Tang, Associated Press  |  Posted March 10 - 7:08 a.m.  |  Save Story

It is as captivating as it is divisive: the tale of two Chinese American athletic geniuses who have so much in common but make such different choices.
Russian anthem rings out at Paralympics for first time in 12 years after Voronchikhina takes gold

Russian anthem rings out at Paralympics for first time in 12 years after Voronchikhina takes gold

Tales Azzoni, Associated Press  |  Posted March 9 - 8:06 a.m.  |  Save Story

Russia's national anthem rang out at the Paralympics for the first time in more than a decade after Para alpine skier Varvara Voronchikhina won gold on Monday.