December 21st, 2025

National Sports

Safonov makes 4 penalty saves in shootout as PSG beats Flamengo to win Intercontinental Cup

By Canadian Press on December 17th, 2025

DOHA, Qatar (AP) — Matvei Safonov made four straight penalty saves in a shootout to help Paris Saint-Germain beat Flamengo in the Intercontinental Cup final on Wednesday and win a sixth trophy of 2025. The goalkeeper was thrown in the air by his teammates after his exploits in the shootout that was won 2-1 by ... Read More »

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Seahawks, Rams set for matchup with NFC West title implications

By Canadian Press on December 17th, 2025

Los Angeles (11-3) at Seattle (11-3) Thursday, 8:15 p.m. EST, Prime Video BetMGM NFL odds: Rams by 1 Against the spread: Seahawks 10-4; Rams 10-4 Series record: Tied 28-28 Last meeting: Rams beat the Seahawks 21-19 in Inglewood, California, on Nov. 16. Last week: Seahawks beat the Colts 18-16, Rams beat the Lions 41-34 Rams ... Read More »

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Dolphins waive veteran Matthew Judon, sign linebacker Jackson Woodard

By Canadian Press on December 17th, 2025

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — The Miami Dolphins waived pass rusher Matthew Judon and signed linebacker Jackson Woodard to the active roster off Houston’s practice squad on Wednesday. Miami also signed linebacker Andre Carter II to the practice squad and released tight end Tanner Conner from it. With the Dolphins being eliminated from postseason contention ... Read More »

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Chicago Cubs agree to 1-year contract with LH reliever Caleb Thielbar

By Canadian Press on December 17th, 2025

CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Cubs have retained a key reliever, finalizing a one-year contract with Caleb Thielbar on Wednesday. Thielbar, who turns 39 in January, went 3-4 with a 2.64 ERA in 67 appearances in his first season with Chicago. He held lefty batters to a .161 batting average and a .486 OPS. Thielbar’s ... Read More »

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Luke Weaver agrees to $22 million, 2-year deal with the New York Mets, AP source says

By Canadian Press on December 17th, 2025

NEW YORK (AP) — Luke Weaver has agreed to a $22 million, two-year contract with the New York Mets, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press, joining Clay Holmes and Devin Williams as former Yankees on a rebuilt pitching staff. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the agreement was subject ... Read More »

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Jets’ undrafted rookie Brady Cook will start again at quarterback against the Saints

By Canadian Press on December 17th, 2025

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — Brady Cook will start at quarterback for the second game in a row for the New York Jets on Sunday against the New Orleans Saints. Coach Aaron Glenn announced his decision Wednesday, saying he wants to give the undrafted rookie more experience and playing time. “I want to continue to ... Read More »

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Phillies add right-hander Brad Keller with a $22 million, 2-year contract, AP source says

By Canadian Press on December 17th, 2025

The Philadelphia Phillies added Brad Keller to their pitching staff on Wednesday, agreeing to a $22 million, two-year contract with the right-hander, a person familiar with the deal confirmed to The Associated Press. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the agreement was pending a successful physical. Keller is coming off a terrific season ... Read More »

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Ohio University fires coach Brian Smith over ‘serious professional misconduct’

By Canadian Press on December 17th, 2025

ATHENS, Ohio (AP) — Football coach Brian Smith was fired Wednesday by Ohio University, which cited “serious professional misconduct.” Smith had been placed on indefinite leave on Dec. 1. The university said it terminated Smith’s contract for cause following an administrative review that found him “engaging in serious professional misconduct and participating in activities that ... Read More »

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Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes begins rehab after knee surgery with eye on Week 1 return in 2026

By Canadian Press on December 17th, 2025

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has begun rehab following surgery to repair two torn ligaments in his left knee, and the team is optimistic the two-time MVP could be back early next season — perhaps even by the time Kansas City plays Week 1. Rick Burkholder, their vice president of sports ... Read More »

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Knicks won’t hang an NBA Cup championship banner at Madison Square Garden, AP source says

By Canadian Press on December 17th, 2025

NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Knicks will not raise a banner at Madison Square Garden to commemorate their NBA Cup championship, a person with knowledge of the decision said Wednesday. The Knicks do plan to celebrate the title in front of their fans Friday, when they play their first home game since winning ... Read More »

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Dandjinou headlines Canada’s short track speedskating team for Milan Cortina Olympics

By Canadian Press on December 17th, 2025

MONTREAL — Crystal Globe winners William Dandjinou and Courtney Sarault will lead Canada’s short-track speedskating team into the Milan Cortina Olympics. The Canadian Olympic Committee and Speed Skating Canada announced the 10 athletes who will represent the country at the Winter Games in February on Wednesday at a downtown Montreal event. The team also features ... Read More »

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