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Athletics rookie Nick Kurtz just matched a legendary franchise record held by Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson. At just 23 years old, he's also climbing the all-time list for baseball's youngest players.
After a slow start to his sophomore season, reigning AL Rookie of the Year Nick Kurtz crushed his first homer of 2026 to lead the Oakland A's to their first-ever series sweep of the Mets. The young A's are now 8-7 after conquering a brutal 15-game stretch against playoff contenders.
Nick Kurtz, just 23, matched a franchise legend's 48-game on-base streak and has a shot to break it tonight. The young Athletics star is rewriting history books while leading his team to first place.
Three-time Olympic medalist Nick Goepper retired from freestyle skiing at 28, lost and burned out. Then he discovered a new passion that brought him back to the sport he'd loved since childhood.
After wrist reconstruction and four knee surgeries, tennis star Nick Kyrgios just won his first tour match in over a year. The 31-year-old Australian defeated his opponent in straight sets at a Wimbledon warm-up event, proving that dedication and hard work can overcome even the toughest setbacks.
After becoming homeless at 16, Nick spent four years navigating waitlists before finding permanent housing that saved his life. Now advocates are pushing to fix the funding gap that leaves nearly half of young homeless people without help.
After decades of exhausting snoring and daytime crashes, Nick tried a CPAP machine and experienced his first uninterrupted sleep as an adult. The device that once treated only severe cases is now helping millions sleep better and healthier.
Nick Baumgartner, the oldest snowboarder to ever win Olympic gold, just qualified for his fifth straight Winter Games at age 44. The Iron River native who trains on a homemade backyard track proves age is just a number.
The legendary football coach who built a dynasty at Alabama is now building something bigger: a groundbreaking learning center that will give thousands of kids access to world-class STEM education, arts programs, and hands-on discovery experiences. The Saban Center opens in 2027, built entirely with Alabama materials for Alabama's future.
Seattle Seahawks rookie star Nick Emmanwori is expected to suit up for Sunday's Super Bowl despite rolling his ankle at Wednesday's practice. The versatile defender has been a key weapon for the Seahawks' defense all season long.
Nick Baumgartner became the oldest Olympic snowboarder to win gold at 42, all while running a concrete business to fund his training. His story reveals the sacrifices athletes make when competing in sports that don't pay the bills.
More than a decade after his death, U.S. Air Force Captain Nick Whitlock's values continue shaping young lives through a foundation that awards scholarships based on character, not just grades. The Nick Whitlock Foundation has supported over two dozen veteran organizations and helps college students who embody integrity and leadership.
After losing his oldest son Nick to neurofibromatosis, billionaire Dan Gilbert is pouring $50 million annually into research for the rare disease that affects 170,000 Americans. The Gilbert Family Foundation has turned grief into action, raising $12 million in a single night while creating lasting tributes that keep Nick's memory alive.
Nick Baumgartner sobbed on national TV after losing his last shot at an Olympic medal at age 40. Days later, he got unexpected news that changed everything.
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Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert is pouring $50 million every year into research for neurofibromatosis, the rare genetic disorder that took his son Nick's life at age 26. His grief has transformed into a mission to wipe the disease off the planet.
Billionaire Dan Gilbert is pouring $50 million yearly into rare disease research after losing his son Nick to neurofibromatosis. His foundation has already helped create the first FDA-approved treatments for the incurable genetic disorder.
The Minnesota Wild traded for Chicago Blackhawks captain Nick Foligno, giving the 38-year-old veteran a chance to play alongside his brother Marcus while chasing a Stanley Cup. Chicago let their captain go for almost nothing, prioritizing his happiness over assets.
Nick's Ride 4 Friends hosted its fifth annual Recovery Speaks event, where people in recovery from addiction shared stories of hope and persistence. The Auburn nonprofit, which recently celebrated 10 years of peer-based recovery services, brought together current clients, staff, and community members for an afternoon of connection and celebration.
A small New Hampshire community raised $10.7 million to build a year-round recreation center that will give kids and families four extra months of indoor sports and activities. The 33,500-square-foot facility, 20 years in the making, opens next winter at The Nick recreation park in Wolfeboro. #
Nick Baumgartner, who won gold at 40, is returning to the Winter Olympics at 44 to prove age is just a number. The snowboarder started on these same Michigan slopes at age 10.
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