Good N.F.L. Draft Show or Good Journalism? League Makes Its Choice Clear

The league has used its clout to secure agreements with networks that reporters would not report who was being drafted in advance.








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Islanders Know What They’re Leaving; Unknowns Await in Brooklyn

After issuing proper farewells to Nassau Coliseum, the Islanders acknowledged that they were uncertain about the logistics of playing next season at Barclays Center.








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Alex Rodriguez Returns to Fenway: Cue the Dramatic Music

Rodriguez, who made his career debut in Boston in 1994, will resume his tempestuous relationship with Red Sox fans this weekend, when the Yankees visit for three games.








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Florida’s Billy Donovan to Coach N.B.A.’s Thunder

Donovan, who led the University of Florida to two national titles in men’s basketball in 19 years, replaces Scott Brooks, who was fired last week.








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Fair Market: How to Make the N.F.L. Draft More Entertaining and More Fair

An auction system would allow players to be paid their full market value, and make for great TV.


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Plaxico Burress Indicted in New Jersey on Tax Charges

Burress, a former N.F.L. receiver, was charged last week with willful failure to pay a state tax and issuing a bad check or electronic funds transfer.








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Carpe Diem Owner Prioritizing Roses Over Reds

Inheriting her late husband’s winery and his taste for fine horses, Barbara Banke hopes to drive Stonestreet Farms into the Kentucky Derby’s winners’ circle.








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