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Toronto FC visits LAFC, looking to finally add a win to its string of eight draws
By Canadian Press on October 7th, 2025
Los Angeles FC’s success in qualifying for the FIFA Club World Cup came with a caveat. With the FIFA club extravaganza kicking off June 14, LAFC’s June 18 home contest against Toronto FC had to be rescheduled. Given Wednesday’s makeup date at BMO Stadium falls in the October FIFA international window, that means LAFC is ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!‘See you at the World Cup’: Bombito staying upbeat, say Canada coach, teammates
By Canadian Press on October 7th, 2025
MONTREAL — Jesse Marsch quickly picked up the phone to lift MoĂŻse Bombito’s spirits after his latest injury setback. Canada’s coach soon learned his top defender’s trademark positivity was still intact. “He’s an incredible person, the way he handles it,” Marsch said. “You reach out to him to console him, and at the end of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Reeling Penn State players and coaches are looking to salvage season after disastrous two weeks
By Canadian Press on October 7th, 2025
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — The pain and anger was just beginning for Penn State players as handfuls of UCLA fans stormed the Rose Bowl to celebrate their Bruins’ upset win on Saturday. The Nittany Lions, ranked second in the country just two weeks earlier, still had a nearly seven-hour flight home, where they’d have ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Fox to air 7 games from 2026 World Baseball Classic, including title game
By Canadian Press on October 7th, 2025
Fox and its related networks will televise next year’s World Baseball Classic, obtaining U.S. English and Spanish rights to the tournament. Seven games from the upcoming WBC, including the title game, will be aired on Fox, the network announced Tuesday. In 2023, Fox broadcast the U.S. opener against Britain, as well as the championship game ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!With Yanks southpaw Rodon on mound, Blue Jays go with righty-heavy lineup for Game 3
By Canadian Press on October 7th, 2025
BRONX — Blue Jays slugger Anthony Santander is back in the starting lineup for Game 3 against the New York Yankees. Santander had a single in three at-bats in Toronto’s 10-1 victory in Game 1 on Saturday. He didn’t play in Sunday’s 13-7 Game 2 win at Rogers Centre. The switch-hitter will start in right ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Giants rookie QB Jaxson Dart shrugs off his hamstring injury and says he’ll play vs. the Eagles
By Canadian Press on October 7th, 2025
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Jaxson Dart has been playing through a hamstring injury since making and winning his first NFL start late last month. He does not plan to let it keep him off the field. The rookie quarterback brushed off any concern about the sore hamstring Tuesday and insisted he’ll play for the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Why NFL field goals are getting longer, and what’s changed this season
By Canadian Press on October 7th, 2025
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The 50-plus-yard field goals that once were a rarity in the NFL are now as routine as far shorter kicks a generation ago. The range for many kickers now exceeds 60 yards, changing late-game strategy in a major way. The kicking revolution has sparked questions about whether the balls are ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Desperate for defensive help, Ravens sign C.J. Gardner-Johnson to the practice squad
By Canadian Press on October 7th, 2025
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — The Baltimore Ravens signed safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson to the practice squad Tuesday, two weeks after he was cut by the Houston Texans. Baltimore (1-4) is desperate for help on defense after allowing 177 points through five games. Safety Kyle Hamilton missed last weekend’s loss to the Texans, and the Ravens ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alex Ovechkin is ready for his 21st season in Washington and his first after turning 40
By Canadian Press on October 7th, 2025
ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) — When Alex Ovechkin was asked what he is most looking forward to on opening night this season, his answer was a subtle reminder that the 40-year-old version of the star forward is different than the player who entered the NHL two decades ago. “Warmups,” he said with a grin. “I hope ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jaguars, Broncos and Patriots can’t let down after big statement victories
By Canadian Press on October 7th, 2025
The Jaguars, Broncos and Patriots had statement victories in Week 5. How they follow up will determine if they’re ready to be real contenders. Trevor Lawrence led Jacksonville to an incredible 31-28 comeback victory over Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday night, overcoming a few of his own miscues and saving his ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!McDavid says two-year contract extension shows commitment to winning with Oilers
By Canadian Press on October 7th, 2025
EDMONTON — Connor McDavid says his new two-year, US$25 million contract extension with the Edmonton Oilers reflects his commitment to winning — not chasing top dollar. The deal keeps his salary cap hit unchanged at $12.5 million through the 2027-28 season. McDavid says getting the contract done before the opener avoids any distraction as the ... Read More »
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