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MLS Match Preview: Austin FC (1-3-3) vs. Toronto FC (3-2-2)

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MLS Match Preview: Austin FC (1-3-3) vs. Toronto FC (3-2-2)

Kickoff: 10:00 (local listing) Venue: BMO Field, Toronto, Ontario

Weather Outlook (Inference)

BMO Field is an open‑air stadium, so weather can influence play. No direct forecast was provided in the sourced material. Typical mid‑April Toronto conditions: cool temperatures, light wind — inference only, not a sourced forecast.

Injury Report

None of the retrieved sources provided injury lists for either club. This preview therefore focuses on form, tactical trends, and statistical indicators.

Team Records & Recent Form

Toronto FC (3‑2‑2)

Last 6 matches: 3W‑2D‑1L

Goals: 1.33 scored / 1.33 conceded per match

Home form:

Unbeaten in 85% of their last 13 home matches

Last 3 home matches: 2 wins, 1 draw, averaging 2 goals scored

Overall trend: Resilient, structured, and improving under Robin Fraser’s compact, transition‑based system

Austin FC (1‑3‑3)

Last 6 matches: 0W‑2D‑4L (winless)

Goals: 1.0 scored / 1.83 conceded per match

Away form:

No wins in last 3 road matches

Winless in 80% of their last 15 away matches, conceding 1.93 per match

Overall trend: Struggling under Nico Estévez’s high‑tempo, vertical pressing system, which has not translated into results

Series History

Last meeting: Toronto FC 2–1 Austin FC (Sept 2024)

Austin out‑shot Toronto 17–9 and had 52% possession, but Toronto were more clinical

All‑time MLS meetings: 1 win each (per Betimate H2H)

Key Tactical Matchups

Toronto FC Strengths

Compact mid‑block defensive structure

Efficient finishing despite lower shot volume

Strong home consistency (only 5 losses in last 25 at BMO Field)

Austin FC Strengths

High‑tempo, possession‑based attacking identity

Ability to generate dangerous attacks (49 in last meeting vs. Toronto)

Austin FC Weaknesses

Poor away form

Defensive fragility (1.83 conceded per match)

Low shot‑on‑target output (2.5 per match)

Betting Trends

Toronto FC

Unbeaten at home in MLS 2026 (2W‑2D)

Strong defensive structure under Fraser

Draw‑heavy profile: more than half of last 15 matches ended level

Austin FC

Winless in last 6

Only 2 wins in last 15 overall

Away struggles: no wins in last 3, and 80% winless in last 15 away

MATCH ODDS

Austin FC                             + 280

Toronto FC                          – 110

Draw                                     + 245

Over 2.5 – 110                   Under 2.5 – 115

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, April 17, 2026

Texas Rangers Place Curvelo, Martin on Injured List, Select Collyer and Quantrill from Round Rock

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Texas Rangers Place Curvelo, Martin on Injured List, Select Collyer and Quantrill from Round Rock

The 24-year-old Collyer will be seeking his Major League debut

West Sacramento, Calif. — The Texas Rangers today announced the following transactions prior to Wednesday night’s game against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park:

  • Right-handed pitcher Luis Curvelo placed on 15-day Injured List (right biceps strain)
  • Right-handed pitcher Chris Martin placed on 15-day Injured List (right shoulder impingement)
  • Right-handed pitcher Cal Quantrill (#44) contract selected from Triple-A Round Rock
  • Right-handed pitcher Gavin Collyer (#65) contract selected from Triple-A Round Rock

To make room for Collyer and Quantrill on the Rangers 40-man roster, left-handed pitcher Cody Bradford has been transferred to the 60-day Injured List and right-handed pitcher Marc Church has been designated for assignment.

Curvelo, 25, exited the mound after throwing two pitches during the 7th inning of Texas’ 2-1 defeat to the Athletics last night at Sutter Health Park. The Venezuela native has yielded 3 earned runs in 5.0 innings spanning 4 relief appearances for the Rangers since being recalled from Round Rock on April 5 after Carter Baumler was placed on the Injured List.

Martin, 39, most recently appeared last night against the A’s, entering with 2 outs in the top of the 5th inning and fanning his lone batter faced (Max Muncy). The 11-year Major League veteran has posted a 7.11 ERA (5 ER/6.1 IP) with no walks and 7 strikeouts over 8 relief appearances for Texas in 2026, including scoreless outings in 3 of his last 4 games since April 5 (1 ER/3.2 IP in span).

The 24-year-old Collyer is seeking his Major League debut after he was re-signed by Texas to a minor league contract on December 16, 2025. In 6 relief appearances with Round Rock this season, the right-hander has gone 1-0 with one save, a 2.70 ERA (2 ER/6.2 IP), 1.05 WHIP, .208 opponent batting avg. (5-24), and just 2 walks compared to 11 strikeouts. He has yet to permit a run in April (4 G/4.1 IP) after yielding a single tally in each of his first two outings of 2026.

After receiving an invitation to Texas’ 2026 Major League Spring Training camp, Collyer appeared 8 times for the Rangers in Cactus League play and pitched to a 4.15 ERA (4 ER/8.2 IP) while notching one save. His 4-seam fastball averaged 98.0 mph in those outings, the highest mark among Rangers hurlers this spring, ahead of Jacob deGrom (97.4 mph). The Lawrenceville, Georgia native is in his seventh professional season (all with the Rangers org.) and owns a career 19-24 record, 18 saves, and 4.33 ERA in 180 games/44 starts with Texas affiliates after he was selected in the 12th round of the 2019 MLB draft from Mountain View (Ga.) H.S.

Quantrill, 31, has made 3 starts for Triple-A Round Rock this season, posting a 5.14 ERA (8 ER/14.0 IP), 1.07 WHIP, .212 opponent batting average, 4 walks, and 13 strikeouts. The right-hander has permitted just one earned run in 12.0 innings over his last 2 starts for the Express on April 4 vs. Gwinnett (5.0 IP, 0 ER) and Friday at Oklahoma City (7.0 IP, 1 ER), as the latter outing netted him Pacific Coast League Pitcher of the Week honors for April 6-12. He currently ranks 9th among PCL qualifiers in both opponent batting avg. and WHIP.

Signed by Texas as a non-roster invitee to 2026 Major League Spring Training camp on February 1, Quantrill started 3 Cactus League ‘A’ games for the Rangers this spring in addition to one start for Team Canada in the 2026 World Baseball Classic on March 11 at Cuba (W, 5.0 IP, 2 H, 1 R-0 ER, 1 BB, 5 SO, 67 pitches/43 strikes). He had previously signed with Texas as a minor league free agent on September 7, 2025, and reported to Round Rock where he made 2 starts for the Express from September 11-17, 2025.

The Port Hope, Ontario, Canada native will be seeking his Rangers debut and his first Major League action since 2025 when he amassed 24 starts with Miami and Atlanta. Quantrill has appeared in the Majors in each of the last seven seasons (2019-25), posting a 47-46 career record with a 4.35 ERA, 1.33 WHIP, and .263 opponent batting average over 187 games/149 starts for San Diego (2019-20), Cleveland (2020-23), Colorado (2024), Miami (2025), and Atlanta (2025).

Bradford, 28, was originally placed on the 15-day Injured List on March 25, retroactive to March 22, while recovering from left elbow surgery, performed in June 2025.

Church, 25, went 0-1 with a 7.71 ERA (4 ER/4.2 IP) in 5 relief appearances for Round Rock this season after he was optioned to Triple-A from Texas’ Major League Spring Training on March 16. The Rangers have seven days to trade, release, or outright Church to the minor leagues.

With today’s transactions, the Rangers remain at the 40-man limit on the club’s Major League roster, along with two players on the 60-day Injured List (LHPs Cody Bradford and Jordan Montgomery).

New York Yankees complete single roster transaction

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New York Yankees complete single roster transaction

Prior to tonight’s game, the Yankees recalled RHP Angel Chivilli from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.

NHL Game Preview: Vancouver Canucks (25-48-8) vs. Edmonton Oilers (40-30-11)

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NHL Game Preview: Vancouver Canucks (25-48-8) vs. Edmonton Oilers (40-30-11)

Faceoff is scheduled for 9:00 PM EDT Venue: Rogers Place, Edmonton, Alberta

Injury Report

Vancouver Canucks

Thatcher Demko — Out for season (hip)

Evander Kane — Out for season (upper‑body)

Derek Forbort — Out (undisclosed)

Filip Chytil — Out (face)

Edmonton Oilers

Leon Draisaitl — Out (lower‑body)

Zach Hyman — Out (undisclosed)

Max Jones — Out (lower‑body)

Jason Dickinson — Day‑to‑day (leg)

Mattias Janmark — Out for season (undisclosed)

Team Records & Statistical Profile

Vancouver Canucks (25‑48‑8)

Points: 58 (.358 points percentage)

Goals For: 209 (30th NHL)

Goals Against: 308

Power Play: 21.89% (51 goals on 233 chances)

Penalty Kill Against: 63 goals allowed on 225 opponent PP opportunities

Shots: 2,116 for / 2,411 against

Save %: .872 team save percentage

Edmonton Oilers (40‑30‑11)

Points: 91 (.562 points percentage)

Goals For: 276

Goals Against: Not specified, but allowing 2.3 goals per game over last 10

Even‑strength goals: 210

Power Play: 66 goals (2nd in NHL)

Shots: 2,404 for / 2,176 against

Shot %: 11.48%

Recent Team Form

Vancouver — Last 10 Games: 4‑6‑0

Goals For: 3.2 per game

Goals Against: 4.1 per game

Penalties: 3.1 per game

Coming off a 4–3 OT win vs. Los Angeles, scoring on 4 of 25 shots

Edmonton — Last 10 Games: 6‑2‑2

Goals For: 3.1 per game

Goals Against: 2.3 per game

Penalties: 2.9 per game

Last game: 1–1 tie vs. Colorado, outshooting them 31–?

Key Player Matchups

Edmonton Oilers

Connor McDavid: 48 goals, 86 assists — elite MVP‑level production

Evan Bouchard: 13 points in last 10 games (2g, 11a)

Jack Roslovic: Scored twice in the previous 6–0 win vs Vancouver

Vancouver Canucks

Elias Pettersson: 15 goals, 36 assists — primary offensive driver

Jake DeBrusk: 8 goals in last 10 games — hottest Canuck

Series History

This is the fourth meeting of the season.

Edmonton won the previous matchup 6–0, led by Jack Roslovic’s two goals.

Vancouver is 9‑9‑6 in one‑goal games, showing they can hang around even when outmatched.

Goaltending

Vancouver — Kevin Lankinen (Projected)

Career Save %: .898

Career GAA: 3.16

Career Record: 81‑84‑27

Quality Start %: .510 (98 QS in 192 starts)

Edmonton — Starter Not Confirmed

Edmonton’s recent defensive form (2.3 GA last 10) suggests strong goaltending regardless of starter.

Betting Trends

Edmonton Oilers

6‑2‑2 in last 10

38‑9‑8 when scoring 3+ goals

Strong special teams (2nd in NHL PP goals)

Vancouver Canucks

4‑6‑0 in last 10

Allowing 4.1 goals per game recently

30th in NHL in goals scored

Game Odds

Vancouver Canucks         6.5

Edmonton Oilers              – 305

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, April 15, 2026

NHL Game Preview: Los Angeles Kings (35-26-20) vs. Calgary Flames (33-39-9)

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NHL Game Preview: Los Angeles Kings (35-26-20) vs. Calgary Flames (33-39-9)

Faceoff is scheduled for 9:00 PM EDT Venue: Scotiabank Saddledome, Calgary, Alberta Broadcast: ESPN / ESPN+

Injury Report

Calgary Flames

Samuel Honzek — OUT for season (upper‑body)

Jonathan Huberdeau — OUT for season (hip)

Jake Bean — OUT (undisclosed)

Yan Kuznetsov — Day‑to‑day (upper‑body)

Matt Coronato — Day‑to‑day (undisclosed)

Kevin Bahl — Day‑to‑day (lower‑body)

Joel Hanley — OUT for season (upper‑body)

Los Angeles Kings

Kevin Fiala — OUT for season (leg)

Alex Turcotte — Day‑to‑day (undisclosed)

Jeff Malott — OUT (undisclosed)

Andrei Kuzmenko — OUT (knee)

Team Records & Statistical Profile

Los Angeles Kings (35‑26‑20)

Pacific Division record: 10‑5‑10

Record when scoring ≥3 goals: 26‑4‑11

Recent 10‑game form: 7‑1‑2

Averaging 3.4 goals per game

Allowing 2.6 goals per game

3.2 penalties per game

Calgary Flames (33‑39‑9)

Pacific Division record: 13‑9‑3

Penalties: 323 total (4.0 per game), 5th‑most in NHL

Recent 10‑game form: 3‑5‑2

Averaging 2.9 goals per game

Allowing 3.6 goals per game

4 penalties per game

Recent Team Form

Los Angeles Kings

The Kings enter this matchup as one of the hottest teams in the league over the last two weeks. Their defensive structure has tightened, and their scoring depth is peaking at the right time.

Strong late‑season push

Excellent record when hitting the 3‑goal mark

Balanced scoring and improved special teams

Calgary Flames

Calgary has struggled to find consistency, especially defensively. Injuries to key players have forced lineup shuffling.

Below‑average defensive metrics

Penalty issues continue to hurt them

Offense has been streaky

Key Player Matchups

Calgary Flames

Morgan Frost: 21 goals, 21 assists — primary offensive catalyst

Blake Coleman: 4 goals, 2 assists in last 10 — one of the few Flames in good form

Los Angeles Kings

Adrian Kempe: 36 goals, 37 assists — elite finisher and play driver

Quinton Byfield: 6 goals, 2 assists in last 10 — emerging as a major scoring threat

Series History

This is the fourth meeting of the season.

Calgary won the most recent matchup 3–2 in a shootout.

Kings have been the stronger team overall, but Calgary has shown they can frustrate L.A. in tight, low‑event games.

Betting Trends

Los Angeles Kings

7‑1‑2 in last 10

Strong record when scoring 3+ goals

Trending toward unders due to strong defensive play

Calgary Flames

3‑5‑2 in last 10

Allowing 3.6 goals per game recently

High penalty volume increases volatility

Game Odds

Los Angeles Kings            – 130

Calgary Flames                 5.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, April 15, 2026

NHL Game Preview: Anaheim Ducks (42-33-6) vs. Nashville Predators (38-33-10)

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NHL Game Preview: Anaheim Ducks (42-33-6) vs. Nashville Predators (38-33-10)

Faceoff is scheduled for  8:00 PM EDT Venue: Bridgestone Arena, Nashville, Tennessee

Injury Report

Nashville Predators

Nicolas Hague — Day‑to‑day (upper‑body)

Anaheim Ducks

Chris Kreider — Day‑to‑day (illness)

Petr Mrazek — Out for season (lower‑body)

Jansen Harkins — Out (upper‑body)

Ross Johnston — Out (lower‑body)

Radko Gudas — Day‑to‑day (lower‑body)

Team Records & Statistical Profile

Anaheim Ducks (42‑33‑6)

Road record: 18‑20‑2

Penalties: 320 total (4.0 per game), 7th‑most in NHL

Recent scoring: 2.8 goals per game over last 10

Recent goals allowed: 3.7 per game over last 10

Nashville Predators (38‑33‑10)

Home record: 21‑16‑3

Goal differential: –24 (238 GF, 262 GA)

Recent scoring: 2.7 goals per game over last 10

Recent goals allowed: 2.6 per game over last 10

Recent Team Form

Predators — Last 10 Games: 4‑5‑1

Averaging 2.7 goals, allowing 2.6 goals

Coming off a 3–2 loss to San Jose, despite Luke Evangelista’s 2‑goal performance

Ducks — Last 10 Games: 2‑6‑2

Averaging 2.8 goals, allowing 3.7 goals

Struggling defensively and missing key depth pieces

Key Player Matchups

Nashville Predators

Ryan O’Reilly: 25 goals, 48 assists — primary two‑way driver

Steven Stamkos: 5 goals, 1 assist in last 10 — heating up at the right time

Anaheim Ducks

Cutter Gauthier: 40 goals, 28 assists — elite scoring threat

Leo Carlsson: 5 goals, 1 assist in last 10 — emerging as a secondary weapon

AccuScore Impact Players (Projected)

Filip Forsberg (NSH): 0.6 projected goals, 72% chance of 1+ points

Mason McTavish (ANA): 0.52 projected goals

Goalies:

Juuse Saros (NSH): 26 projected saves

Lukas Dostal (ANA): 24 projected saves

Series History

This is the third meeting of the season.

Predators lead the season series 1–0, including a 5–0 shutout win in the previous matchup.

Betting Trends

Anaheim Ducks

Road Over/Under: 24‑15 (62% Over)

Last 10: 2‑6‑2, allowing 3.7 goals per game

Record vs teams under .500: 24‑16 (60%)

Nashville Predators

Home Over/Under: 18‑23 (44% Over)

Last 10: 4‑5‑1, allowing only 2.6 goals per game

Record vs teams .500 or better: 16‑30 (35%)

Game Odds

Anaheim Ducks                 6.5

Nashville Predators        – 110

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, April 15, 2026

NHL Game Preview: St. Louis Blues (36-33-12) vs. Utah Mammoth (43-32-6)

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NHL Game Preview: St. Louis Blues (36-33-12) vs. Utah Mammoth (43-32-6)

Faceoff is scheduled for 7:30 PM EDT / 6:30 PM CDT Venue: Delta Center, Salt Lake City, Utah Broadcast: ESPN / Utah 16

Weather & Arena Conditions

This game is played indoors at the Delta Center, so weather will not affect ice conditions. No weather‑related impacts were mentioned in any sourced material.

Injury Report

Utah Mammoth

Barrett Hayton — OUT (upper‑body)

Jack McBain — OUT (lower‑body)

John Marino — Day‑to‑day (upper‑body)

St. Louis Blues

No injuries listed in the official pregame report.

Team Records & Season Snapshot

St. Louis Blues (36‑33‑12)

84 points, .519 points percentage

Goals For: 225 (27th NHL)

Goals Against: 251

Power Play: 17.67% (38 goals on 215 attempts)

Penalty Kill Against: 52 goals allowed on 222 opponent PP opportunities

Recent Form:

Coming off a 7–5 win over Pittsburgh, scoring on 7 of 31 shots

6‑3‑1 in last 10 games, averaging 4.0 goals per game

Utah Mammoth (43‑32‑6)

92 points, .568 points percentage

Goals For: 265

Goals Against: 235

Recent Form:

Coming off a 5–3 win over Winnipeg, clinching a playoff spot

6‑4‑0 in last 10 games, averaging 4.2 goals per game

Recent Team Form & Trends

St. Louis Blues

Riding a three‑game win streak entering this matchup.

Offense heating up: 13 goals in last two games (6–3 vs MIN, 7–5 vs PIT).

29‑10‑5 when scoring at least three goals.

Utah Mammoth

Clinched the first Western Conference Wild Card.

4‑2‑1 in April entering this game.

Strong home scoring: averaging 4.2 goals in last 10.

Goaltending Matchup

St. Louis — Joel Hofer

Career Save %: .908

Career GAA: 2.67

Career Record: 58‑35‑10

Quality Start %: .600 (63 QS in 105 starts)

Utah — Projected Starter Not Listed

No specific starter was named in the sourced material.

Key Player Matchups

Utah Mammoth

Clayton Keller

26 goals, 60 assists

Riding a nine‑game point streak with 18 points (4g, 14a)

One of only 12 Americans ever with back‑to‑back 60‑assist seasons

Nick Schmaltz

Scored two goals in the last meeting vs St. Louis

St. Louis Blues

Jimmy Snuggerud

Coming off a four‑point game (2g, 2a) vs Pittsburgh

Three‑game goal streak, 11 points in last six games

50‑point rookie season (most by a Blues rookie since 1991–92)

Dylan Holloway

6 goals, 9 assists in last 10 games

Series History

This is the fourth meeting of the season.

Utah leads the season series 2–1–0.

Last matchup: Utah 4, St. Louis 2 (Schmaltz 2 goals).

Since Utah relocated, Blues are 3‑4‑0 against them.

Betting Trends

Utah Mammoth

6‑4‑0 in last 10

Averaging 4.2 goals per game recently

Strong home scoring and momentum entering playoffs

St. Louis Blues

6‑3‑1 in last 10

Averaging 4.0 goals per game

Offense surging behind Snuggerud

Game Odds

St. Louis Blues                   6.5

Utah Mammoth               – 115

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, April 15, 2026

MLS Match Preview: Sporting Kansas City (1-5-1) vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC (6-1-0)

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MLS Match Preview: Sporting Kansas City (1-5-1) vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC (6-1-0)

Kickoff: 7:30 PM PT / 9:30 PM CT Venue: BC Place, Vancouver, British Columbia

Weather Outlook (Contextual Inference)

BC Place is a domed stadium, meaning weather will not affect play. Any external conditions in Vancouver are irrelevant to match performance. (Inference based on stadium design.)

Injury Report

No specific injury lists were provided in the sourced material. Both teams enter with form‑based concerns rather than confirmed injury crises.

Team Records & Season Form

Vancouver Whitecaps FC (6‑1‑0)

Position: 1st in Western Conference

Goals Scored: 2.71 per match

Goals Conceded: 0.57 per match

Last 5 Matches: W‑W‑L‑W‑W

Recent Form: 5 goals in last 2 matches; regained attacking rhythm

Sporting Kansas City (1‑5‑1)

Position: 15th in Western Conference

Goals Scored: 1.0 per match

Goals Conceded: 2.43 per match

Last 5 Matches: L‑W‑L‑L‑L

Recent Form: Lost 4 straight in all competitions; eliminated from U.S. Open Cup after 3‑0 defeat

Recent Team Form & Tactical Notes

Vancouver Whitecaps FC

Coming off a 2–0 win over NYCFC.

Attack firing again: 5 goals in last two matches.

Defensive structure strong: only one clean sheet in last four, but overall goals conceded remain low.

Sporting Kansas City

In crisis form: four straight losses in all competitions.

Last MLS win came weeks ago vs. LA Galaxy.

Conceding heavily: 17 goals allowed in last 7 matches (per Squawka analysis).

Head‑to‑Head History

Last 5 meetings:

Vancouver wins: 4

Sporting KC wins: 1

Draws: 0

Most recent meeting: Vancouver won 2–0 away (Sept 21, 2025).

Goals per match:

Vancouver: 1.8

Sporting KC: 1.0

Key Player Matchups

Vancouver Whitecaps FC

Brian White — 6 goals in 7 matches; leads MLS in big‑chance conversion.

Attacking unit averaging nearly 3 goals per match over last five.

Sporting Kansas City

No standout form players; attack averaging 1 goal per match.

Defensive unit leaking 2.4 goals per match.

Betting Trends

Vancouver Whitecaps

Won 6 of last 7 matches.

Scored 3.0 goals per match in last five.

Strong at home and in form.

Sporting Kansas City

Lost 4 straight in all competitions.

Conceded 2.4 goals per match in last five.

Failed to score in 3 of last 7.

MATCH ODDS

Sporting Kansas City                    + 1100

Vancouver Whitecaps FC              – 700

Draw                                             + 700

Over 4.5 + 130                  Under 4.5 – 165

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, April 16, 2026

Seattle Reign FC Extends Goalkeeper Evan O’Steen Through 2030

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Seattle Reign FC Extends Goalkeeper Evan O’Steen Through 2030

O’Steen becomes Reign FC’s longest contracted player on the roster; The 18-year-old goalkeeper has U.S. Youth National Team experience and won a National Championship in 2025 at Florida State University

RENTON, WASH. – Seattle Reign FC today announced the extension of goalkeeper Evan O’Steen’s contract through the 2030 NWSL season. The 18-year-old becomes the longest contracted player on the roster after previously signing with the team as the youngest goalkeeper signing in club history at 17 on January 16. She joined Reign FC after training with the club during the 2025 season and with Dallas Trinity FC of the Gainbridge Super League.

“Securing Evan O’Steen through 2030 is an important step in building long-term stability within our roster,” said Seattle Reign FC General Manager Lesle Gallimore. “She has all the qualities we value in a goalkeeper – composure, work ethic and a strong presence – and we’re excited to continue developing her within our environment.”

O’Steen first signed with Seattle as one of the top young goalkeepers in the country. She spent one year at Florida State University, where she earned invaluable experience within a high-level environment after winning a National Championship in 2025.

On the international stage, O’Steen has represented the U.S. U-19 and U-17 Women’s National Teams, most recently getting called up to the U-19 WNT for April training camp in Argentina. She excelled during the 2024 U-17 World Cup, earning Golden Glove honors after recording four shutouts.

“I’m very excited to extend my time with Seattle Reign FC,” said O’Steen. “Being part of this goalkeeper group and learning from such experienced players has been incredibly valuable, and I’m looking forward to continuing to grow and develop here.”

O’Steen is yet to make her NWSL debut as she remains a key member of Seattle’s goalkeeper corps that includes USWNT goalkeeper Claudia Dickey, veteran Cassie Miller and Seattle Reign Academy product Neeku Purcell.

Ohio Regulators Move to Fine Kalshi $5 Million for Unlicensed Sports Gaming

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Ohio Regulators Move to Fine Kalshi $5 Million for Unlicensed Sports Gaming

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio’s gaming regulator has proposed a $5 million fine against Kalshi, accusing the prediction‑market operator of offering unlicensed sports gaming in the state as a broader national fight over how such platforms should be regulated intensifies.

The Ohio Casino Control Commission issued the enforcement notice April 14 to KalshiEX LLC, alleging the company operated in Ohio without the required license and offered wagers that fall under the state’s sports gaming laws. Regulators said Kalshi’s activity meets the definition of gaming under Ohio law, despite the company’s argument that it is regulated solely as a federally licensed exchange under the Commodity Futures Trading Commission.

“The Commission takes its regulatory responsibilities to ensure compliance with the law and the integrity of sports gaming in Ohio seriously,” the agency said in a statement.

Kalshi called the action “disappointing,” noting its ongoing litigation with the state and recent rulings elsewhere that allowed the company to continue operating.

“We are disappointed in this latest development, especially considering our ongoing litigation with Ohio and recent rulings in other courts confirming our right to operate as a federally licensed exchange,” the company said. “We are reviewing the Gaming Commission’s letter.”

Ohio officials said Kalshi has an estimated 35,000 users in the state and argued the company has not demonstrated compliance with consumer‑protection safeguards required under Ohio law. Attorney General Dave Yost echoed the commission’s position, saying a federal court has already agreed with the state’s interpretation.

The dispute is part of a widening national clash between prediction‑market operators and state regulators. Kalshi and rival Polymarket maintain that state gambling laws do not apply to their federally regulated exchanges. Several states, including Nevada, have taken enforcement action, while Kalshi has filed lawsuits in Montana and other jurisdictions. The company has secured temporary operating wins in New Jersey and Arizona.

Meanwhile, the CFTC has launched its own lawsuit against multiple states, governors, and attorneys general over attempts to regulate prediction markets under local gaming laws.

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