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Aston Villa wins 8th straight game with 2-1 victory over Basel in Europa League
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
Aston Villa extended its winning streak to eight games in all competitions with a 2-1 victory against Basel in the Europa League on Thursday to secure at least a playoff spot. Villa is tied with Lyon and Midtjylland atop the standings of the second-tier European competition on 15 points with five wins from six games. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Guardians sign Colin Holderman to $1.5 million, 1-year deal
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Guardians added to their bullpen Thursday, signing right-hander Colin Holderman to a one-year, $1.5 million contract. The 30-year old Holderman spent the past four seasons with the Pittsburgh Pirates, then became a free agent three weeks ago when the Pirates failed to offer a 2026 contract. He was 0-2 with ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Broncos waive 41-year-old Marcedes Lewis, the oldest tight end in NFL history
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The Broncos have waived 41-year-old Marcedes Lewis, the oldest tight end to play in an NFL game. Lewis appeared in four games for the Broncos as a point-of-attack blocker. He didn’t catch any passes or post any statistics but he did tally 66 snaps. He made one start, on Nov. 6 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!12-team College Football Playoff bracket has FBS teams second-guessing bowl game consolation prize
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
The quest to fill all 35 bowl games outside the playoff expanded to teams with losing records this year, but the searching didn’t get much easier. At least 10 teams reportedly declined invitations, raising questions about the future of the postseason games that are one of college football’s most cherished traditions whose role has dramatically ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Inter Miami extends defender Ian Fray’s contract through 2028-29 season
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — MLS champion Inter Miami’s roster for next season continued taking shape Thursday, when it announced the signing of defender Ian Fray to an extension that runs through the 2028-29 season. Fray had one goal and four assists in 35 appearances across all competitions this season for Inter Miami. He missed ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Patriots can extend win streak to 11, capture AFC East title with win over Bills
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — There was a time in the not-too-distant past when it was a yearly occurrence for the New England Patriots to win the AFC East and go to the playoffs. But after a run of 11 straight division crowns from 2009 to 2019, the Patriots (11-2) haven’t won the division in five ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!AFC North rivals Ravens and Bengals face off with playoff hopes on the line
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
The Baltimore Ravens and Cincinnati Bengals are both in a familiar position when the AFC North rivals face each other for the second time in 17 days on Sunday. The Ravens (6-7) are one game behind Pittsburgh in the division with four games to play, while the Bengals (4-9) have playoff hopes that are hanging ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Brewers agree to 1-year contract with former Detroit Tigers outfielder Akil Baddoo
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Outfielder Akil Baddoo has agreed to a one-year contract with the Milwaukee Brewers. Baddoo, 27, has hit .224 with a .305 on-base percentage, 28 homers, 104 RBIs and 43 steals in 347 career games. He appeared in only seven games with Detroit last season and went 2 for 17. Badoo spent most ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!The Steelers and Dolphins have weathered adversity heading into Monday night showdown
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
Mike Tomlin is only sort of joking when the Pittsburgh Steelers coach says he feels like he’s been on the hot seat during the entirety of his 19-year tenure. “I always feel like I got something to prove,” Tomlin said. “Not necessarily to anyone in particular. That’s just the spirit in which I go about ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Seahawks’ stout defense preparing for Colts’ 44-year-old quarterback Philip Rivers
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
RENTON, Wash. (AP) — The Seattle Seahawks might not find out until Sunday whether Philip Rivers will take his first NFL snaps since 2020. Seattle (10-3) and its sixth-ranked overall defense is preparing as if the eight-time Pro Bowler and 44-year-old grandfather could be under center for the reeling Indianapolis Colts. Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!LISTEN: Ravens linebacker Kyle Van Noy says Baltimore has moved past controversial loss to Steelers
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
Ravens Pro Bowl linebacker Kyle Van Noy talks about Baltimore’s upcoming game against Joe Burrow and the Bengals, compares Lamar Jackson to Tom Brady and discusses being nominated for the Art Rooney sportsmanship award. Various NFL Players: Hey, this is Russell Wilson. This is Joe Montana. This is Dak Prescott. Hey, this is Jason Kelce. ... Read More »
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