A Heartbreaking Loss in the Hockey World The hockey community continues to mourn Claude Lemieux, the four-time Stanley Cup champion who passed at age 60. Friends say he died of a “broken heart” from long-term depression and feelings of rejection, especially not being inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame despite his legendary playoff career. Just days prior, he received a huge ovation carrying the torch at the Bell Centre for the Montreal Canadiens. Celebrating his stellar career: A fierce competitor, Lemieux won Cups with the Canadiens (1986), Devils (1995, 2000), and Avalanche (1996). He earned the 1995 Conn Smythe Trophy as playoff MVP and was known for his grit and big-moment intensity over two decades. Even champions battle silent struggles. There is always hope and help available. If hurting, reach out—you’re not alone. You matter and you are loved. In the US, call or text 988 anytime. Rest in peace, Claude. Your impact lives on. Thoughts with his family. 🏒❤️ (Video: AI)

Thousandths decided P3 😳

It was THAT CLOSE. #Indy500

What is the right amount?

PAVEL ZACHA WITH THE @ENERGIZER OT WINNER!!! 🤩

SC Forestry Commission issuing statewide Red Flag Fire Alert, effective immediately COLUMBIA—The South Carolina Forestry Commission is issuing a statewide Red Flag Fire Alert, effective immediately until further notice. The alert is being issued to strongly discourage people from burning outdoors when weather conditions present an elevated risk of wildfire. In addition to drought intensifying from a lack of significant rainfall, forecasts are calling for higher winds, low humidities and no precipitation in the foreseeable future. A Red Flag Fire Alert does not prohibit outdoor burning, provided that all other state and local regulations are followed, but the Forestry Commission uses the alert to strongly encourage citizens to voluntarily postpone any such burning until the alert is lifted. Because current weather conditions are very conducive to fires escaping easily and spreading rapidly, anyone considering outdoor burning should take extra precautions if they still choose to burn under a Red Flag. “The combination of dangerous conditions and dry fuels we’re going to see statewide for the next several days all add up to an elevated wildfire risk, and any fire that ignites is likely to burn intensely and spread rapidly,” said SCFC Fire Chief Darryl Jones. “With this alert, we’re asking people to respect the weather and hold off from burning outdoors until the weather improves. If you have burned recently, we encourage you to monitor the burn area to make sure the dry conditions don’t cause it to rekindle.” Adding to the danger, particularly in the western part of the state, are the heavy fuel loads that remain in our forests from Hurricane Helene. Not only can these downed, drying trees and other fuels act as kindling, increasing the risk of wildfire ignition and spread, but they also are likely to impede firefighters’ access, adversely impacting response capability. Although a Red Flag Fire Alert does not ban outdoor burning, it does trigger certain county or local ordinances that restrict outdoor fires, so residents should contact their local fire departments to check whether such restrictions apply in their areas. The alert will remain in effect until lifted by the Commission, whose fire managers will continuously monitor the situation. Shareable link: scfc.gov/wp-content/uploads/…

These guys are classics, and great comedy like this never ages, even after 80 years.😂

USA vs Mexico tonight, huge game in the World Baseball Classic Paul Skenes (USA): The 23-year-old Pittsburgh Pirates ace, widely regarded as one of the best pitchers in baseball. Spent time at the Air Force Academy. Writes letter published today: A Letter to All the Little Leaguers Out There "And I decided it would be good to write you all this letter so that you can truly understand how much it means to me to be playing for the United States of America and wearing the letters U.S.A. across my chest in the World Baseball Classic". (linked below) Trying to inspire our youth. We need more people like this. Proud to be an American. What a Patriot. Go Team USA. And Paul Skenes 🇺🇸🇺🇸 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

The hierarchy was clear, and non-negotiable. No need to learn lessons more than once that way.

Larry Bird is a top ___ NBA Player of all time