Caufield captures Hobey Baker Award
Wisconsin forward Cole Caufield won the Hobey Baker Award on Friday night as the top college hockey player.
Caufield edged North Dakota forward Shane Pinto and Minnesota State goaltender Dryden Mckay.
The 20-year-old Montreal
prospect had 30 goals and 52 points in 31 games with the Badgers to lead all college players. He signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Canadiens, and scored Friday in his professional debut for the American Hockey League’s Laval Rocket.
NFL: The names of 13 of the 22 women who have filed lawsuits accusing Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson of sexual assault and harassment will be made public following court hearings Friday. During two hearings, Watson’s attorney,
Rusty Hardin, asked that the names of the 13 women, who have sued under the name Jane Doe, be publicly identified so his client can “have a chance at properly defending himself.” Tony Buzbee, the lawyer for the 22 women, argued against releasing their names, saying doing so could put their lives in danger . ... The Las Vegas Raiders are bringing former first-round safety Karl Joseph back for a second stint with the franchise. The Raiders signed Joseph to a one-year contract.
Tennis: Paula Badosa beat top-ranked Ashleigh Barty 6-4, 6-3 at the Volvo Car Open.
Colleges: Gonzaga guard Joel
Ayayi declared for the NBA draft and will skip his senior season . ... South Carolina basketball coach Frank Martin has received a two-year contract extension through the 2024-25 season .. ... Kent State has picked Randale Richmond to be its next athletic director . ... North Carolina State has added Rutgers transfer Diamond Johnson, an all-big Ten performer as a freshman.
Swimming: Katie Ledecky won the 200-meter freestyle at the TYR Pro Swim Series meet with the world’s fastest time this year. Ledecky touched first in 1 minute, 54.40 seconds in the outdoor pool Friday.