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Rodrigo De Paul to join Leo Messi at Inter Miami, AP source says
By Canadian Press on July 16th, 2025
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Another close friend of Lionel Messi will soon play in South Florida. Argentine midfielder Rodrigo De Paul has agreed to contract terms with Inter Miami, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Wednesday. The 31-year-old De Paul will leave Atlético Madrid — where he’s played for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rangers 1B Jake Burger goes on the injured list for 2nd time this season
By Canadian Press on July 16th, 2025
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Texas Rangers first baseman Jake Burger will be on the injured list for the second time this season when the team resumes play after the All-Star break. Texas placed Burger on the 10-day IL on Wednesday because of a left quad strain. The move was retroactive to Sunday, a day after ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All Blacks make 10 changes to the starting lineup for the third rugby test against France
By Canadian Press on July 16th, 2025
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — All Blacks head coach Scott Robertson has made 10 changes to his starting lineup for Saturday’s third rugby test against France, naming hooker Brodie McAlister to make his debut from the bench. Robertson pledged to use every member of his squad in the three-test series and he kept that promise ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!John Mateer earns high praise as Oklahoma enters new era, hoping to return to high Sooners standards
By Canadian Press on July 16th, 2025
ATLANTA (AP) — The Oklahoma Sooners, a storied program with a legacy of seven national championships, have faced uncharacteristic struggles in recent years. After two 6-7 seasons in three years and a 13th-place finish in the SEC under coach Brent Venables, the Sooners hope to get back on track this season. New quarterback John Mateer, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MLB All-Star Game has slight drop in viewers despite having its first swing-off
By Canadian Press on July 16th, 2025
NEW YORK (AP) — Baseball’s All-Star Game — which featured the contest’s first swing-off to determine the winner — averaged 7,185,000 viewers Tuesday night on Fox, according to Nielsen. It was Fox’s most-watched telecast since the Super Bowl and the network’s best audience for a Tuesday night since last year’s Game 4 of the World ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Dustin Poirier hopes to end career on high note in front of home crowd, faces Holloway at UFC 318
By Canadian Press on July 16th, 2025
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Louisiana native Dustin Poirier will get to fight one last time in the Octagon and this time it will be back in the Bayou State. Poirier will take on Max Holloway for the UFC BMF title Saturday night in the headline fight of UFC 318 in the Smoothie King Center. UFC ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!With second half set to begin, Blue Jays are riding high atop AL East standings
By Canadian Press on July 16th, 2025
TORONTO — With 55 victories and a two-game cushion atop the American League East, the Toronto Blue Jays are on track for a worst-to-first rebound this season. The team has had significant contributions from unexpected sources while some big names have not performed up to expectations. Injuries have also been an issue but backups have ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canada opens Week 3 of men’s Volleyball Nations League with loss to Slovenia
By Canadian Press on July 16th, 2025
LJUBLJANA — Canada lost 3-1 to host Slovenia on Wednesday as men’s Volleyball Nations League action kicked off its third week. Set scores were 21-25, 25-21, 25-19, 25-21. Brodie Hofer led the way for the Canadians with 11 points, including three from blocking. Xander Ketrzynski had 10 points and captain Fynn McCarthy added nine. Toncek ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sabalenka withdraws from Montreal tournament, opts for extra rest before US Open preparation
By Canadian Press on July 16th, 2025
MONTREAL (AP) — Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka has withdrawn from the National Bank Open, opting for additional rest before beginning preparations for her U.S. Open title defense. “I’m looking forward to kicking off the North American hard-court swing, but to give myself the best chance for success this season, I’ve decided it’s in my best interest ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nneka Ogwumike moves into 6th place on WNBA’s all-time scoring list as Storm beat Valkyries 67-58
By Canadian Press on July 16th, 2025
SEATTLE (AP) — Nneka Ogwumike scored 22 points to move into sixth place on the WNBA’s all-time scoring list and the Seattle Storm beat the Golden State Valkyries 67-58 on Wednesday. Ogwumike passed Candice Dupree (6,895 points) by one point and is now behind Tamika Catchings, who scored 7,380 in her career. The Storm (14-9) ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!World No. 1 Sabalenka, top-10 player Badosa withdraw from National Bank Open
By Canadian Press on July 16th, 2025
MONTREAL — World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka and 10th-ranked Paula Badosa have withdrawn from the upcoming National Bank Open. The 27-year-old Sabalenka, who advanced to the semifinals at Wimbledon last week before being upset by Amanda Anisimova, cited fatigue for her reason not to compete in the WTA 100 event. Sabalenka said in a release ... Read More »
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