September 18th, 2025

National Sports

With Trials coming up and Brier in hometown, Gushue “has the drive” for final season

By Canadian Press on September 18th, 2025

Of all the victories, moments, titles and podium appearances that Brad Gushue has experienced over his legendary curling career, his team’s ability to be a consistent contender for two-plus decades is something that stands out for the Canadian skip. “Just the longevity,” Gushue said Thursday on a video call with reporters. “The fact that we’ve ... Read More »

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Haaland sets new Champions League scoring benchmark but still far behind Ronaldo

By Canadian Press on September 18th, 2025

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Another goal, another record for Erling Haaland. The Manchester City striker became the fastest player to score 50 goals in the Champions League in a 2-0 win over Napoli on Thursday — reaching the landmark in his 49th game in European club soccer’s top competition. Haaland surpassed the previous record by ... Read More »

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Lions know things have to significantly change in return to Baltimore

By Canadian Press on September 18th, 2025

DETROIT (AP) — In the past two seasons, the Detroit Lions won 27 games, clinched two NFC North titles and made a trip to the NFC championship game. That’s a level of success the franchise hasn’t reached since the 1950s, but there’s one game they haven’t been able to forget. On Monday night, the Lions ... Read More »

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Quinnen Williams says Jets’ defense vows to never repeat embarrassing performance against Bills

By Canadian Press on September 18th, 2025

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — Quinnen Williams and the rest of the New York Jets’ defense were embarrassed as they reviewed their performance last Sunday against the Buffalo Bills. Too many mental mistakes. Too many missed tackles. Too many yards and points allowed. “We all made a pact as a defense, player to player,” Williams ... Read More »

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Josh Jacobs looks to extend his rushing TD streak to 12 games when Packers visit Browns

By Canadian Press on September 18th, 2025

BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Green Bay’s Josh Jacobs would put himself in an elite group of running backs if he reaches the end zone on Sunday at Cleveland. Jacobs could become the fifth back in NFL history to rush for a touchdown in 12 straight games, including the playoffs. “I don’t really know too much ... Read More »

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Kaprizov renews fondness for ‘second home’ Minnesota despite starting Wild camp without new contract

By Canadian Press on September 18th, 2025

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Kirill Kaprizov brought a refreshed body and mind to the rink for the first day of training camp with the Minnesota Wild, and his easy, boyish smile was not far behind. All that was missing was a new contract. After an intense practice and an intrasquad scrimmage at the team’s ... Read More »

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Young, Panthers look to match offensive output of previous meeting with Falcons in home opener

By Canadian Press on September 18th, 2025

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — When Bryce Young previously faced the Atlanta Falcons he performed his best Stephen Curry impersonation, throwing a pass into the end zone and turning his back to celebrate the touchdown well before tight end Tommy Tremble secured the ball. Young finished that Week 18 shootout with Michael Penix Jr. 25-of-34 passing ... Read More »

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The big question for the Commanders and Raiders this week is whether Jayden Daniels will play

By Canadian Press on September 18th, 2025

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — The biggest question for both the Commanders and the Raiders entering their game Sunday is, quite simply: Will Washington quarterback Jayden Daniels play? Daniels is the reigning AP NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year and led the Commanders to a surprising 12-5 record a year ago, followed by a trip to ... Read More »

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Champions League: Rashford stars in Barcelona win as De Bruyne loses on Man City return

By Canadian Press on September 18th, 2025

Marcus Rashford proved the perfect replacement for Lamine Yamal in Barcelona’s 2-1 win at Newcastle in the Champions League on Thursday and Kevin De Bruyne watched mostly from the sideline as Napoli lost 2-0 at his former club Manchester City. With Yamal missing through injury, Rashford — a loan signing from Manchester United — got ... Read More »

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Liam Hicks’ career-high 4 RBIs help Marlins beat Rockies 9-7 for 3-game sweep

By Canadian Press on September 18th, 2025

DENVER (AP) — Liam Hicks matched a career high with four RBIs, including his sixth homer of the season, and the Miami Marlins beat the Colorado Rockies 9-7 on Thursday to complete a three-game sweep. Otto Lopez and Heriberto Hernández also homered for the Marlins, who finished with 34 hits in the series at Coors ... Read More »

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Stars goalie Oettinger hopes to laugh about how last season ended. Former coach DeBoer has 1 regret

By Canadian Press on September 18th, 2025

FRISCO, Texas (AP) — Dallas Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger looks forward to one day being able to laugh about how last season ended, when he was quickly pulled after allowing two goals on the only shots he faced in Game 5 of the Western Conference Final. “In the long run, I feel like I’m gonna ... Read More »

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