February 22nd, 2025

National Sports

Monahan says bringing LIV players back into the fold is a top priority for golf

By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025

SAN DIEGO (AP) — PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan said his meeting with President Donald Trump moved the tour “one step closer” to a deal with the Saudi-backers of rival LIV Golf. He said Wednesday reunification is the top priority. Monahan and former Masters champion Adam Scott, who serves on the PGA Tour board, met ... Read More »

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Monaco’s Musrati gets shown a quick red card against Benfica

By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025

MONACO (AP) — Monaco midfielder Al Musrati got a harsh-looking red card from referee Maurizio Mariani early in the second half of the Champions League playoff against Benfica on Wednesday. Mariani showed him a second yellow card and sent him off in the 52nd minute, seemingly because Musrati appeared to contest his decision after Alvaro ... Read More »

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Everton scores stoppage-time equalizer against Liverpool in last Merseyside derby at Goodison Park

By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025

LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — The 120th and final Merseyside derby at Goodison Park delivered a stunning finish as James Tarkowski grabbed an equalizer for Everton in the eighth minute of stoppage time to secure a 2-2 draw with Liverpool on Wednesday. With virtually the last kick of the game, the center back smashed a shot ... Read More »

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Shohei Ohtani expects to throw first bullpen this weekend as he prepares for return to the mound

By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025

GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Shohei Ohtani plans to throw his first bullpen this weekend as he aims to return to the mound from a one-season pitching layoff caused by elbow surgery. The reigning National League MVP hasn’t pitched in a big league game since Aug. 23, 2023, with the Los Angeles Angels. He had surgery ... Read More »

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Mystics introduce new coach and general manager, with a focus on building a player-friendly culture

By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025

WASHINGTON (AP) — With a new general manager and coach, the Washington Mystics are just beginning the process of trying a build a contender again. One part of the plan is obvious. The Mystics want to develop a reputation as a player-friendly organization. “We want this to be a home, where players can find themselves ... Read More »

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NBA All-Star 2025: Times, details, how to watch the weekend’s events

By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025

All-Star weekend goes to San Francisco this year for the NBA’s annual midseason showcase. There are three nights of on-court events, highlighted by the Rising Stars competition for first- and second-year players on Friday, the dunk and 3-point contest on Saturday and then the All-Star Game on Sunday. It’s a new format for the All-Star ... Read More »

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NASCAR’s lone Black Cup driver Bubba Wallace ‘couldn’t care less’ if Trump attends Daytona 500

By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla (AP) — Bubba Wallace said he “couldn’t care less” if Donald Trump attends the Daytona 500 on Sunday, nearly five years after the president accused the NASCAR Cup Series’ only Black full-time driver of perpetrating “ a hoax ” when a crew member found a noose in the team garage stall. Trump ... Read More »

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Baseball welcomes another season, with most pitchers and catchers reporting Wednesday

By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025

There’s a new No. 2 in the New York Yankees’ rotation behind Gerrit Cole. A familiar face is getting a fresh start leading the Cincinnati Reds. Meanwhile, Shohei Ohtani & Co. are preparing title defense. There was plenty to see as baseball returned Wednesday for most big league clubs, with pitchers and catchers working out ... Read More »

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Edmonton looks to impress as expansion destination by hosting PWHL neutral-site game

By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025

EDMONTON — When the Toronto Sceptres and Ottawa Charge meet Sunday at a sold-out Rogers Place, it will feel like more than a one-off game. It will feel like Edmonton is on trial. The Alberta capital is the fifth city to host a neutral-site Professional Women’s Hockey League game this season as part of its ... Read More »

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AC Milan goalkeeper Maignan’s rare howler gifts Feyenoord the lead

By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025

ROTTERDAM, Netherlands (AP) — A rare howler from standout goalkeeper Mike Maignan gifted Feyenoord a quick lead against AC Milan in their Champions League playoff on Wednesday. With heavy rain falling in the port city of Rotterdam, the France No. 1 was beaten in the third minute by Brazilian forward Igor Paixão’s shot from the ... Read More »

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Teammates for the first time, Tkachuk brothers ready to rock at 4 Nations Face-Off

By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025

MONTREAL — Matthew Tkachuk has vivid memories of the village. He was eight years old. Younger brother Brady was six. Their father, Keith, was playing at his fourth and final Olympics for the United States in men’s hockey. Dad and the boys met up one off-day and took in the sights and sounds of the ... Read More »

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