In a nutshell: as of 12:05 PM PT by Hartley Miller
NHL:
–30-year-old journeyman goalie Michael Hutchinson made 27 saves to help the Colorado Avalanche to a 4-1 victory over the Dallas Stars. The two teams meet again in the NHL’s first Game 7 of the Bubble Hockey Era, Friday in Edmonton. Hutchinson is 2-0 as a starter in the playoffs, with both wins this week. Nathan MacKinnon notched a goal and an assist to become the first player to record 25 points in a postseason in 14 games played or fewer since Wayne Gretzky of the LA Kings in 1993.
–The Vancouver Canucks play Game 6 against the Vegas Golden Knights tonight at 6:45 (PT) in Edmonton. The Golden Knights lead the series 3-2. If the Canucks win, a 7th and deciding game is scheduled for Friday.
–The New York Islanders can advance to the Eastern Conference Final against the Tampa Bay Lightning with a win this evening against the Philadelphia Flyers (4:00). The Islanders lead the series 3-2.
NBA:
–Hall of Fame guard Steve Nash of Victoria has signed a four-year contract to become head coach of the Brooklyn Nets. The 46-year-old Nash spent 18 seasons in the NBA with the Phoenix Suns, Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Lakers.
–The defending NBA champion Toronto Raptors are back on the court today (3:30 PM PT). The Raptors are down 2-0 to the Boston Celtics in the best-of-7 Eastern Conference semifinal. The Celtics are 6-0 in the playoffs.
–The Miami Heat lead the top-ranked Milwaukee Bucks 2-0 after a dramatic 116-114 victory in Game 2. The Heat and Bucks resume their battle Friday (3:30 PM).
–In the NBA West, The Houston Rockets held on for a 104-102 triumph over the Oklahoma City Thunder to capture that first-round series in seven games. The Rockets advance to play the LA Lakers starting Friday night at 6:00.
–The LA Clippers and Denver Nuggets open their Western Conference semifinal tonight (6:00 PT).
MLB:
–The Toronto Blue Jays are 10-7 in one-run games and 19-16 overall after a 2-1 victory over the Miami Marlins. The Jays visit the (12-25) Boston Red Sox tonight (4:35 PT).
–Hall of Fame pitcher and New York Mets legend Tom Seaver has passed away. He was 75. Seaver died from complications of Lewy body dementia and COVID-19.
SPORTS TWEETS:
With third-stringer Michael Hutchinson in net, and rookie Cale Makar netting the winner, the Colorado Avalanche have forced a Game 7 against the Dallas Stars.https://t.co/sNqWx6fKkK
— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) September 3, 2020
Nathan MacKinnon scored the @Avalanche‘s fourth goal and became the first player to record 25 points in a postseason in 14 games played or fewer since Kings captain Wayne Gretzky in 1993 (8-17—25 in 14 GP). #NHLStats #StanleyCup pic.twitter.com/DUN4Q89nU8
— NHL Public Relations (@PR_NHL) September 3, 2020
Allen trade hits play on NHL’s goalie musical chairs.@frank_seravalli has more: https://t.co/Jdli0KW3Zf pic.twitter.com/9T7oeOvhGl
— TSN (@TSN_Sports) September 2, 2020
Former @SpruceKings head coach Adam Maglio is the new bench boss for the @TheWHL‘s @spokanechiefs | #cityofopg https://t.co/cxiDhXLQMG #GoChiefsGo pic.twitter.com/xFgcognvSN
— My Prince George Now (@mypgnow) September 1, 2020
Training camp begins Friday morning, make sure to follow the weekend via our social media outlets! #DefendTheNorth #CaribooHockey pic.twitter.com/OOgn2i2Rgc
— Cariboo Cougars (@cariboocougars) September 2, 2020
BREAKING: Per @wojespn, Steve Nash has signed a four-year contract to become the next head coach of the Brooklyn Nets. pic.twitter.com/0sm2PFiOXj
— TSN (@TSN_Sports) September 3, 2020
A clutch defensive stand by James Harden helped the Houston Rockets win a thriller over the Oklahoma City Thunder and advance to the next round of the NBA playoffs.https://t.co/kg4NLWAO7I
— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) September 3, 2020
The Rockets win it with defense! Second. Round. Bound. pic.twitter.com/aErw3sRJ8O
— TSN (@TSN_Sports) September 3, 2020
Jimmy Butler made a pair of clutch free throws with no time remaining to help the Miami Heat take a 2-0 lead in their series against the Milwaukee Bucks.https://t.co/36bFmM5kvU
— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) September 3, 2020
The Blue Jays’ scourge this season – careless mistakes – reappeared again, making a tough game against the Marlins harder.
For six outstanding innings, Ryu was there to mitigate those errors, playing a pivotal role in another one-run win. (@ShiDavidi) https://t.co/RVNOACy4ic
— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) September 3, 2020
They called him “The Franchise.” No nickname could be more fitting.
From his very first appearance, Tom Seaver was the New York Mets. Their best player. Their clubhouse leader. Their most charismatic star.
And he will never be forgotten.https://t.co/kyLofyCsh2
— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) September 3, 2020
Column: this one’s personal. Tom Seaver was an idol to millions of kids who grew up on baseball and the #Mets in the ‘60s & ‘70s. He told me once: “The greatest thing anyone can ever call you is a hero.” And he never disappointed. https://t.co/CRfnHPXeGc
— Mike Vaccaro (@MikeVacc) September 3, 2020
Just a couple of ??? stars making sure you know their names. ?
This is the first time in over 60 years that four Canadian men are in Round 2️⃣ of a Grand Slam. #USOpen pic.twitter.com/mrRmxeuWjH
— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) September 3, 2020
Leonard Fournette appears to be signing with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, on what has been reported as a one-year deal.https://t.co/nXZgb8ZDwp
— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) September 3, 2020
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