To Win Series, the Rangers Must Do What No Team Has Done

Two Rangers wins at Madison Square Garden tied their second-round series at two games apiece. But the teams swing back to North Carolina, where the Hurricanes have yet to lose this postseason.

May-26-2022

Inside the Chelsea Sale: Deep Pockets, Private Promises and Side Deals

Britain’s government has cleared the sale of the Premier League soccer team. But to win approval, the new owners had to agree to a set of unusual conditions.

May-25-2022

Jon Gruden’s Lawsuit Against the NFL Can Proceed in Open Court

A Nevada judge dismissed the league’s motion to move the case to arbitration. Gruden, the former Raiders coach, claims that the N.F.L. leaked disparaging emails that led him to resign in October.

May-25-2022

Joe Pignatano, Met Coach Known for His Bullpen Farm, Dies at 92

After an undistinguished career as a catcher with the Brooklyn Dodgers and other teams, he cultivated vegetables as well as relief pitchers at Shea Stadium.

May-25-2022

Her Tennis Coach Abused Her. Could the Sport Have Prevented It?

Adrienne Jensen does not know Pam Shriver, the 22-time Grand Slam doubles champion, but both believe tennis needs to change its approach toward predatory coaches.

May-25-2022

Two High Seeds Need Five-Set Thrillers to Win at French Open

Alexander Zverev and Carlos Alcaraz saved match points in the men’s singles tournament before turning things around.

May-25-2022

Dallas Mavericks Save Season With Win Over Golden State

Dallas staved off elimination by Golden State behind Luka Doncic’s near triple-double. But the mass shooting in Uvalde loomed over the game.

May-25-2022

Will Aaron Judge Hit 60 Home Runs This Season?

The Yankees outfielder outpaced a who’s who of sluggers through 40 games. Getting to 60 would require something that has eluded him: durability.

May-24-2022

Iga Swiatek’s Plan Is Falling Into Place

Swiatek, the No. 1-ranked player on the women’s tour, is hoping to manage her career so she can stay near the top as long as possible.

May-25-2022

The Pitfalls of Oven-Ready TV

Prestige shows like “Winning Time” love to dramatize the real people at the heart of recent-ish events. It doesn’t always go well.

May-25-2022