News And Notes: Big Blockbuster Trade In The NBA

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(Top) Russell Westbrook.

News broke last night about a huge blockbuster trade in the NBA.

The Oklahoma City Thunder traded Russell Westbrook to the Houston Rockets for Chris Paul, first-round picks in 2024 and 2026.

Chris Paul

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Quite a bit of transactions to share.

The Carolina Hurricanes have signed Ryan Dzingel to a two-year, $6.75 million contract.

The San Jose Sharks have re-signed Dylan Gambrell to a two-year contract extension and Antti Suomela to a one-year contract extension.

The Montreal Canadiens have re-signed Joel Armia and Artturi Lehkonen to two-year contract extensions.

The Dallas Stars have re-signed Jason Dickinson to a two-year $3 million contract extension.

Matt Cullen has retired after 21 seasons in the NHL.

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Some more sad news.

Former New York Jets coach, Walt Michaels has passed away at age 89.

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Finally, the St. Louis Cardinals have placed Yadier Molina on the injured list with a sprained right thumb and activated Matt Carpenter.