National Sports
Flames’ struggling power play sparks at the right time in overtime win over Bruins
By Canadian Press on December 30th, 2025
CALGARY — Connor Zary wasn’t on either of Calgary’s struggling power-play units to begin the game, but he ended the night on one and made the most of it by ending the game, too. Zary’s goal 1:53 into overtime on a 4-on-3 gave the surging Flames a 2-1 victory over the Boston Bruins on Monday. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Calvin Pickard posts big game amid changing Edmonton Oilers’ goaltending situation
By Canadian Press on December 30th, 2025
WINNIPEG — A special meal with family set Calvin Pickard up for a big night in the Edmonton Oilers’ net. His quick reflexes and 41 saves helped the Oilers to a 3-1 victory Monday over the host Winnipeg Jets. Pickard was born in Moncton, N.B., but his family moved to Winnipeg when he was eight ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Raptors bench players learning on the job as mid-season injuries take toll
By Canadian Press on December 30th, 2025
TORONTO — The Toronto Raptors are a little banged up as the midway point of the NBA season approaches, with regular starters RJ Barrett and Jakob Poeltl missing long stretches. Fortunately, Toronto’s bench is learning to step up. Backup point guard Jamal Shead scored a career-high 19 points and added five assists and four rebounds ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Ottawa Senators seek winning streak to start 2026, and climb up NHL standings
By Canadian Press on December 30th, 2025
OTTAWA — The Ottawa Senators closed out 2025 with a three-game losing streak after a four-game win streak, and closer to the bottom of their conference than the top. The Senators fell 4-1 to the Columbus Blue Jackets, who arrived at Canadian Tire Centre less than three hours before Monday’s puck drop because of their ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Miami (FL) hosts Siulepa and Pittsburgh
By Canadian Press on December 30th, 2025
Pittsburgh Panthers (7-6) at Miami Hurricanes (11-2) Coral Gables, Florida; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Pittsburgh visits Miami (FL) after Roman Siulepa scored 28 points in Pittsburgh’s 80-46 win over the Penn State Nittany Lions. The Hurricanes have gone 9-0 in home games. Miami (FL) ranks fourth in the ACC with 11.2 offensive rebounds ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!No. 4 UConn faces Xavier after Karaban’s 21-point outing
By Canadian Press on December 30th, 2025
UConn Huskies (12-1, 2-0 Big East) at Xavier Musketeers (9-4, 1-1 Big East) Cincinnati; Wednesday, 5 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: No. 4 UConn takes on Xavier after Alex Karaban scored 21 points in UConn’s 72-54 win over the DePaul Blue Demons. The Musketeers are 7-2 on their home court. Xavier ranks sixth in the Big ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tulane visits Emejuru and East Carolina
By Canadian Press on December 30th, 2025
Tulane Green Wave (9-4) at East Carolina Pirates (5-8) Greenville, North Carolina; Wednesday, 12 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: East Carolina hosts Tulane after Giovanni Emejuru scored 21 points in East Carolina’s 99-51 loss to the North Carolina Tar Heels. The Pirates have gone 5-3 in home games. East Carolina is 3-0 in games decided by ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!No. 16 Louisville visits Cal after Ames’ 21-point game
By Canadian Press on December 30th, 2025
Louisville Cardinals (10-2) at California Golden Bears (12-1) Berkeley, California; Tuesday, 9 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Cal hosts No. 16 Louisville after Dai Dai Ames scored 21 points in Cal’s 74-56 win against the Columbia Lions. The Golden Bears have gone 11-0 in home games. Cal is sixth in the ACC in team defense, giving ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Compton leads San Diego State against San Jose State after 21-point performance
By Canadian Press on December 30th, 2025
San Diego State Aztecs (7-4, 1-0 MWC) at San Jose State Spartans (5-7, 0-1 MWC) San Jose, California; Tuesday, 10 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: San Diego State visits San Jose State after Pharaoh Compton scored 21 points in San Diego State’s 121-59 victory against the Whittier Poets. The Spartans are 4-2 on their home court. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!La Salle plays George Mason in conference matchup
By Canadian Press on December 30th, 2025
George Mason Patriots (12-1) at La Salle Explorers (4-9) Philadelphia; Wednesday, 2 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: La Salle takes on George Mason in a matchup of A-10 teams. The Explorers have gone 3-1 in home games. La Salle has a 0-1 record in games decided by less than 4 points. The Patriots are 0-1 in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bradford and Charlotte host Temple
By Canadian Press on December 30th, 2025
Temple Owls (8-5) at Charlotte 49ers (6-7) Charlotte, North Carolina; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Charlotte hosts Temple after Ben Bradford scored 26 points in Charlotte’s 88-76 overtime win over the UIC Flames. The 49ers are 6-2 on their home court. Charlotte ranks fifth in the AAC at limiting opponent scoring, allowing 71.8 points ... Read More »
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