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PGA Tour, Europe to merge with Saudis and end LIV Golf litigation
By Doug Ferguson, The Associated Press on June 6th, 2023
The most disruptive year in golf ended Tuesday when the PGA Tour and European tour agreed to a merger with Saudi Arabia’s golf interests, creating a commercial operation designed to unify professional golf around the world. As part of the deal, the sides are dropping all lawsuits involving LIV Golf against each other effective immediately. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eustaquio, Huitema honoured as Canada Soccer players of the month for May
By The Canadian Press on June 6th, 2023
Midfielder Stephen Eustaquio and striker Jordyn Huitema have been named Canada Soccer’s Players of the Month for May. Eustaquio helped FC Porto reach the final of the Portuguese Cup (Taça de Portugal) while Huitema scored three goals for NWSL’s OL Reign during the month. Eustaquio played 349 minutes in all competitions as Porto won five ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canada’s Gee rewarded for Giro exploits with new long-term Israel Premier-Tech deal
By The Canadian Press on June 6th, 2023
Canadian rider Derek Gee has been rewarded for his breakout performance at the Giro d’Italia with a new long-term contract with Israel Premier-Tech. The 25-year-old from Ottawa was promoted to Israel-Premier Tech’s pro team in May 2022, signing a three-year deal in moving up from the team’s academy. On Tuesday, Israel Premier-Tech said it had ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!PGA Tour, Europe to merge with Saudis and end LIV litigation
By Doug Ferguson, The Associated Press on June 6th, 2023
The most disruptive year in golf ended Tuesday when the PGA Tour and European tour agreed to a merger with Saudi Arabia’s golf interests, creating a commercial operation designed to unify professional golf around the world. As part of the deal, the sides are dropping all lawsuits involving LIV Golf against each other effective immediately. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tottenham hires Ange Postecoglou as latest manager after his departure from Celtic
By James Robson, The Associated Press on June 6th, 2023
Ange Postecoglou was hired as Tottenham manager on Tuesday as the English Premier League club begins its latest reboot after another turbulent season. The former Celtic manager is the fourth permanent manager to be hired since Mauricio Pochettino’s departure in 2019 and will be tasked with the responsibility of turning Spurs’ fortunes around after 15 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Monday’s sports scoreboard for June 5, 2023
By The Canadian Press on June 5th, 2023
Monday’s Scoreboard Stanley Cup Final Vegas 7 Florida 2 (Vegas leads best-of-seven series 2-0) — AHL Western Conference Finals Coachella Valley 4 Milwaukee 3 (Coachella Valley wins best-of-seven series 4-2) — MLB American League Houston 11 Toronto 4 Tampa Bay 4 Boston 1 National League Cincinnati 2 Milwaukee 0 San Diego 5 Chicago Cubs 0 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Golden Knights crush Panthers 7-2, lead Stanley Cup final 2-0
By Mark Anderson, The Associated Press on June 5th, 2023
LAS VEGAS (AP) – Jonathan Marchessault scored twice and started an early blitz that chased the NHL’s hottest post-season goalie, and the Vegas Golden Knights seized control of the Stanley Cup final with a 7-2 victory over the Florida Panthers in Game 2 on Monday night. Adin Hill continued his stellar play in net with ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jays starter Manoah lasts just one-third of an inning in 11-4 blowout loss to Astros
By Gregory Strong, The Canadian Press on June 5th, 2023
TORONTO – Alek Manoah’s season went from bad to worse on Monday night. The Blue Jays right-hander gave up six earned runs and lasted just one-third of an inning as the Houston Astros dumped Toronto 11-4 at Rogers Centre. “(I) understand this game is hard,” Manoah said. “It’s going to kick you in the butt. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Golden Knights take 2-0 lead in Stanley Cup Final with 7-2 win over Panthers
By Mark Anderson, The Associated Press on June 5th, 2023
LAS VEGAS (AP) – Jonathan Marchessault scored twice and started an early blitz that chased the NHL’s hottest postseason goalie, and Adin Hill continued his stellar play as the Vegas Golden Knights seized control of the Stanley Cup Final with a 7-2 victory over the Florida Panthers to take a 2-0 series lead Monday night. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Golden Knights crush Panthers 7-2, grab 2-0 lead in Stanley Cup final
By Mark Anderson, The Associated Press on June 5th, 2023
LAS VEGAS (AP) – Jonathan Marchessault scored twice and started an early blitz that chased the NHL’s hottest post-season goalie, and Adin Hill continued his stellar play as the Vegas Golden Knights seized control of the Stanley Cup final with a 7-2 victory over the Florida Panthers to take a 2-0 series lead Monday night. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Blue Jays starter Manoah lasts just one-third of an inning in blowout loss to Astros
By Gregory Strong, The Canadian Press on June 5th, 2023
TORONTO – Blue Jays starter Alek Manoah struggled mightily on Monday night, giving up six earned runs over just one-third of an inning as Toronto dropped an 11-4 decision to the Houston Astros. It was the ugliest start of a challenging campaign for the 2022 AL Cy Young Award finalist. Corey Julks delivered the big ... Read More »
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