August 18th, 2025

National Sports

Cowboys DT Mazi Smith, a 2023 first-rounder, leaves practice early

By Canadian Press on August 4th, 2025

OXNARD, Calif. (AP) — Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Mazi Smith left practice early on Monday because of an apparent lower-body injury. Smith, a 2023 first-round draft pick who has struggled to live up to expectations in his first two seasons in the NFL, appeared to be favoring his right leg as he walked down the ... Read More »

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Astros’ Isaac Paredes will rehab hamstring injury instead of undergoing season-ending surgery

By Canadian Press on August 4th, 2025

MIAMI (AP) — Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes will rehab his right hamstring injury instead of undergoing surgery in hopes of returning before the season is over, general manager Dana Brown said Monday. Paredes sustained what Brown described as a “severe” right hamstring strain in a loss to the Seattle Mariners on July 19. He’s ... Read More »

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Jets’ Mason Taylor and Tyrod Taylor miss practice with injuries

By Canadian Press on August 4th, 2025

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — New York Jets rookie tight end Mason Taylor sat out practice Monday with an ankle injury and backup quarterback Tyrod Taylor didn’t participate with a knee ailment. Coach Aaron Glenn spoke to reporters before the session, and neither player’s injury was mentioned. Glenn is expected to provide updates after practice ... Read More »

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Eagles running back Saquon Barkley declines invitation to join Trump’s sports council

By Canadian Press on August 4th, 2025

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Saquon Barkley has declined an invitation to join President Donald Trump’s council on sports, fitness, and nutrition, which is being revitalized under an executive order that also reestablishes the Presidential Fitness Test for American children. Barkley, the 2,000-yard rusher for the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles, was on a list of sports ... Read More »

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Shedeur Sanders remained focused on rookie season with Browns during father’s cancer battle

By Canadian Press on August 4th, 2025

BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Shedeur Sanders didn’t have time to be sad while his father battled bladder cancer during the spring. Instead, Deion Sanders’ message was clear and direct as his son prepared for his first NFL training camp after being drafted in the fifth round by the Cleveland Browns. Stay focused mentally. “Dad, he’s ... Read More »

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Cornerback Corey Ballentine returns to Packers after getting released by Colts

By Canadian Press on August 4th, 2025

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Cornerback Corey Ballentine has returned to the Green Bay Packers three days after the Indianapolis Colts released him. The Packers announced Monday they had signed Ballentine, who had played for them from 2022-24. They made room for him by releasing cornerback Gregory Junior. Ballentine played 37 regular-season games and three ... Read More »

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Jake Moody wins 49ers’ kicking competition for now after Greg Joseph is released

By Canadian Press on August 4th, 2025

SANTA CLARA, Calif (AP) — Jake Moody has won the San Francisco 49ers’ kicking competition — for now. The 49ers released veteran Greg Joseph on Monday, leaving Moody as the only kicker on the roster as he tries to bounce back from a rough second season in the NFL. Coach Kyle Shanahan said the decision ... Read More »

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San Antonio Spurs, De’Aaron Fox agrees to four-year, $228M extension, AP source says

By Canadian Press on August 4th, 2025

SAN ANTONIO (AP) — San Antonio Spurs guard De’Aaron Fox has agreed to a four-year, $228 million maximum contract extension, a person with knowledge of the situation said Monday. Fox is under contract this season for the final year of his five year, $163 million deal. The extension starts in 2026-27, said the person, who ... Read More »

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Lyon completes the signing of Czech Republic midfielder Pavel Šulc from Viktoria Plzeň

By Canadian Press on August 4th, 2025

LYON, France (AP) — Czech Republic international Pavel Šulc has completed a move to French club Lyon from Viktoria Plzeň. Both clubs confirmed the transfer for a fee of 10 million euros ($11.6 million) on Monday. The offensive midfielder scored 15 goals and had nine assists last season for Viktoria in the Czech league, having ... Read More »

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Nate Landman shaping up to be Rams’ latest quality find at inside linebacker

By Canadian Press on August 4th, 2025

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Nate Landman is shaping up to be exactly what the Los Angeles Rams want at inside linebacker. He has settled in well as an effective communicator and good teammate and looks like a steady contributor on the field. The 26-year-old Landman has been one of the standouts of training camp for ... Read More »

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Driver attempting to set a record at Utah’s Bonneville Salt Flats dies after losing control

By Canadian Press on August 4th, 2025

WENDOVER, Utah (AP) — A driver trying to set a speed record during a racing event at Utah’s famed Bonneville Salt Flats died Sunday after losing control of his vehicle, organizers said. Driver Chris Raschke was treated by medical professionals at the scene, but died from his injuries, according to the Southern California Timing Association, ... Read More »

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