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Hermann’s debut heroics lead South Africa to T20 victory over Zimbabwe
By Canadian Press on July 14th, 2025
HARARE, Zimbabwe (AP) — South African batter Rubin Hermann made an impressive T20 debut and led Proteas to a five-wicket victory against Zimbabwe in the opening game of the tri-series on Monday. The 28-year-old Herman top-scored with 45 off 37 balls and made up for the top-order collapse before South Africa cruised to 142-5 in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Fred Warner is voted the top off-ball linebacker in the NFL by AP writers
By Canadian Press on July 14th, 2025
Whether it’s stopping the run game, dropping into pass coverage or even rushing the quarterback, Fred Warner thrives for the San Francisco 49ers. Warner’s strong all-around play for San Francisco helped him win the honor of being voted the top off-ball linebacker in the league by The Associated Press. A panel of eight AP Pro ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!NASCAR teams 23XI and Front Row seek urgent court order to retain charters
By Canadian Press on July 14th, 2025
The two race teams suing NASCAR over antitrust allegations filed for a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction Monday to be recognized as chartered organizations for the remainder of 2025. 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports are locked in a lengthy legal battle over the charter system, which is the equivalent of the franchise model ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Saquon Barkley is selected as top running back by the AP after a record-setting season
By Canadian Press on July 14th, 2025
Saquon Barkley’s first season in Philadelphia featured record performances on the field, a Super Bowl title and a new contract that is the richest ever for a running back. Barkley’s performance with the Eagles also helped him score the honor of being voted the top running back in the league by The Associated Press. A ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Panthers’ 2nd Stanley Cup banner raising set for Oct. 7 before hosting Blackhawks to open NHL season
By Canadian Press on July 14th, 2025
NEW YORK (AP) — The Florida Panthers are set to raise their second consecutive Stanley Cup banner before beginning the NHL season against the Chicago Blackhawks. The back-to-back champions play at 5 p.m. EDT on Oct. 7 to lead off an opening night tripleheader, the league announced Monday. Florida defeated Edmonton in the teams’ Cup ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Ariel Atkins joining Athletes Unlimited basketball league this offseason
By Canadian Press on July 14th, 2025
Ariel Atkins is making the switch from Unrivaled to Athletes Unlimited this season. The Chicago Sky guard played part of last offseason in the fledging 3-on-3 league that was developed by Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart. Now Atkins will play in Athletes Unlimited, which is returning to Nashville in February for a second straight season. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!The sky’s the limit when it comes to hospitality packages for 2026 World Cup
By Canadian Press on July 14th, 2025
TORONTO — Tickets to the 2026 World Cup are now available for Canadians, although only for those willing to pay a premium. The first wave of tickets comes in deluxe packages, provided by On Location, FIFA’s official tournament hospitality partner. They range from $2,500 for a single-game package to the sky’s the limit. Canadians will ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Curveballs are disappearing in MLB as velocity obsession reshapes pitching landscape
By Canadian Press on July 14th, 2025
ATLANTA (AP) — Curveballs have been thrown a curve by a modern game valuing velocity over variety, disappearing from the major leagues by more than 20,000 annually. The Athletics have thrown curves on just 2.5% of pitches this season. The overall big league figure dropped from 10.7% in 2019 to 8.1% last year, the lowest ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Barcelona signs young Swedish winger Roony Bardghji from Copenhagen
By Canadian Press on July 14th, 2025
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Barcelona is signing 19-year-old Swedish winger Roony Bardghji from Copenhagen. The Catalan club said Monday it reached an agreement with the Danish club for the transfer of Bardghji. It called him “one of the most in-demand young players in Europe.” The contract will run until 2029. Bardghji joined Copenhagen’s youth academy ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Electric Ella Toone lighting up England’s title defense at Euro 2025
By Canadian Press on July 14th, 2025
ZURICH (AP) — England midfielder Ella Toone is back to her “unbelievable” best. Toone stole the show in Sunday’s 6-1 thrashing of Wales at the Women’s European Championship with a sensational first-half performance to propel the defending champion into the quarterfinals. The Manchester United star set up two of England’s four goals in the first ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Club World Cup marked by empty seats, searing heat, weather-delayed matches and Chelsea victory
By Canadian Press on July 14th, 2025
An expanded Club World Cup marked by empty seats, slashed ticket prices, searing heat, weather-delayed matches and a criticized field surface ended in a surprise victory by Chelsea, the fourth-best team in the Premier League. Among the lasting lessons was FIFA’s decision to dramatically drop ticket costs as some kickoff times approached, which could impact ... Read More »
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