Concise rule explainers for the scoring and timing systems across American sports.
Editorial guide · Rules Explained
How NBA games handle a tied score at the end of regulation, including overtime length, fouls, timeouts and what happens if multiple overtimes are needed.
Editorial guide · Rules Explained
A quick explanation of the NHL shootout format, how goals are counted in the standings, and what the SO label means on the scoreboard.
Editorial guide · Rules Explained
How MLB handles games tied after nine innings, including the automatic runner rule, and what it means for the final score you see on the tracker.