North American cities with at least 2 major pro franchises

Las Vegas Review-Journal

March 27, 2017 - 1:41 pm

T-Mobile Arena is shown in this aerial photo Tuesday, March 14, 2016. The $375 million venue, built by Anschutz Entertainment Group and MGM Resorts International, opens Wednesday, April 6 with a concert featuring the Killers. (Tom Donoghue/Special to the Las Vegas Review-Journal)

The Vegas Golden Knights 24-hour open house event at T-Mobile Arena, Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2017, in Las Vegas. The event was open for season ticket holders, prospective season ticket members and fans. (Erik Verduzco/Las Vegas Review-Journal) @Erik_Verduzco

The Vegas Golden Knights team name and logo unveiling Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2016, outside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. (Tom Donoghue/Special to the Las Vegas Review-Journal)

The Vegas Golden Knights team name and logo unveiling Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2016, outside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. (Tom Donoghue/Special to the Las Vegas Review-Journal)

Here’s a look at North American urban areas with at least two teams in the four major professional leagues (NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL).

Raiders running back Alexander Mattison (22) runs with the ball during team's practice at the I ...

Raiders free-agent running back motivated to revive career

By Ed Graney / RJ

May 31, 2024 - 1:14 pm

Running back Alexander Mattison played five seasons with the Minnesota Vikings before being released and signing a one-year contract with the Raiders in March.

Chicken N Pickle, which features a casual, chef-driven restaurant and sports bar that boasts se ...

5 new places to play Las Vegas’ fastest-growing sport (and 2 famous investors)

By Sean Hemmersmeier / RJ

May 31, 2024 - 9:34 am

Pickleball courts are in high demand in Las Vegas. Here’s an update on several being planned for around the valley, including one with NFL connections.

Atlanta Falcons first round draft pick quarterback Michael Penix Jr., runs a passing drill duri ...

Raiders mailbag: Did team think it could land a QB in draft?

By Vincent Bonsignore / RJ

May 31, 2024 - 1:00 pm

Raiders fans brought plenty of questions for this week’s mailbag, including one on whether the team thought it could land a quarterback in this year’s draft.

Raiders tight end Darren Waller warms up before an NFL game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at ...

Waller releases music video on heels of divorce from Aces star

By Adam Hill / RJ

May 30, 2024 - 5:04 pm

Former Raiders tight end Darren Waller released a song and video Thursday that appear to reference his previous relationship with Aces star Kelsey Plum.

Raiders assistant returns to family business after stint in Hollywood

By Adam Hill / RJ

May 30, 2024 - 1:46 pm

Raiders assistant Luke Steckel worked on some major film productions after college, but coaching was always in his blood.

Ex-Raider Ruggs in prison work program at governor’s mansion

By Ricardo Torres-Cortez / RJ

May 30, 2024 - 7:20 pm

Imprisoned for a Las Vegas fatal DUI, former NFL player Henry Ruggs is in a prison work program that placed him at the Governor’s Mansion.

Graney: Raiders running back must prove he deserves top role

By Ed Graney / RJ

May 29, 2024 - 3:24 pm

Third-year running back Zamir White will be given every opportunity to become the Raiders’ starter this season and fill the departed Josh Jacobs’ cleats.

Raiders corner ready for Year 2 with team: ‘I ain’t gonna stop smiling’

By Vincent Bonsignore / RJ

May 31, 2024 - 7:30 am

The Raiders picked up cornerback Jack Jones off waivers last year. After a strong start to his tenure, he’s trying to take the next step this offseason.

South Alabama quarterback Carter Bradley looks at wide receiver Caullin Lacy (4) near the corne ...

7 Raiders undrafted free agents to keep an eye on this offseason

By Vincent Bonsignore / RJ

May 28, 2024 - 1:05 pm

The Raiders have shown in the past they’re willing to give roles to undrafted free agents who earn them. Here are seven such players to keep an eye on this offseason.

Raiders excited about start under new OC: ‘It’s easier than last year’

By Vincent Bonsignore / RJ

May 28, 2024 - 6:37 pm

One of the keys for the Raiders this offseason will be mastering new offensive coordinator Luke Getsy’s scheme. So far, so good, according to tight end Michael Mayer.