P.A. Parenteau Completes the Devils-Islanders-Rangers Hat Trick

With two games under his belt as a member of the Devils, Parenteau has become the 10th N.H.L. player to play for the three New York metropolitan area teams.

On Soccer: As Manchester United and Liverpool Face Off, José Mourinho Provides the Only Thrill

Mourinho's signature gamesmanship was on display as the longtime rivals played to a 0-0 draw in a game that was eagerly awaited but featured little excitement.

Cardinals 28, Jets 3: After Another Rout, Jets Face Harsh Reality: 'We're Not a Good Team Right Now'

The Jets have lost five of their first six games, and their latest capitulation left them scrambling for a reason to believe things will get better.

No Joy in Football? N.F.L. Celebration Penalties Rise Sharply

The league says it has not changed its rules on celebrations; it has only asked officials to pay more attention to enforcing the existing rules.

As Crowds Grow for the Toronto Blue Jays, So Does Rowdy Behavior

A can of beer was thrown toward an Orioles outfielder during Toronto's home victory in the American League wild-card game, and racial abuse of two Orioles players was also reported.

On Baseball: Jake Arrieta Enters N.L.C.S. Carrying Fewer Innings and a Clearer Head

In anticipation of a lengthy playoff run, the Cubs intentionally had Arrieta throw about 40 fewer innings this season than last.

Big 12 Says No to Expansion, Dashing the Hopes of Intrigued Colleges

The unanimous decision hurts prominent institutions like Cincinnati, Connecticut and Houston, which desire entry to a Power 5 conference.