National Sports
Trump NIL twist carries small legal impact. But to some ‘it’s putting women’s sports back 25 years’
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025
The Trump administration’s latest directive on Title IX offered athletic departments more certainty about paying players, while suggesting the federal government wouldn’t hold schools to rigid requirements to distribute the proceeds equitably between men and women. Though experts say Wednesday’s largely expected decision to rescind guidance issued by the Biden administration will have more symbolic ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Raptors announce multi-year extension for recently acquitted forward Brandon ingram
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025
TORONTO — The Toronto Raptors have signed recently acquired small forward Brandon Ingram to a multi-year contract extension, the NBA club announced Wednesday. Terms were not disclosed but ESPN, which first reported the extension on Tuesday, said it was a three-year, US$120-million deal with a player option for 2027-28. The Raptors acquired Ingram last week ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canadian right-hander Cal Quantrill agrees to $3.5 million, 1-year deal with Marlins
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025
MIAMI (AP) — Canadian right-hander Cal Quantrill and the Miami Marlins agreed Wednesday to a $3.5 million, one-year contract. Quantrill can earn an additional $500,000 in performance bonuses. He went 8-11 with a 4.98 ERA over 29 starts with Colorado last season, leading the club in wins and ranking third on the pitching staff in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Kane lifts Bayern to beat Celtic in Champions League playoffs. Milan, Atalanta and Monaco all lose
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025
Bayern Munich looks set to survive the new Champions League playoffs round. AC Milan joined Atalanta and Monaco losing their first-leg games Wednesday. Bayern got high-class strikes from Michael Olise and Harry Kane either side of halftime in a 2-1 win at Celtic. The return game is Tuesday in Munich. Bayern had joined Real Madrid ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!4 Nations is another chance for Jack Eichel to show how he has evolved into an elite NHL player
By Canadian Press on February 12th, 2025
BROSSARD, Quebec (AP) — Jack Eichel is not the most well-known American in hockey. He’s not even the most famous center from his country, thanks to captain Auston Matthews and his star power. He’s just the United States’ best and most important player, less than two years removed from keying the Vegas Golden Knights’ Stanley ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!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 »
Be the first to comment!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 »
Be the first to comment!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 »
Be the first to comment!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 »
Be the first to comment!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 »
Be the first to comment!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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