February 23rd, 2025

National Sports

Steph vs. Sabrina, the big hit of All-Star weekend last year, won’t happen this year

By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2025

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — There will be no Stephen Curry vs. Sabrina Ionescu rematch at All-Star weekend. The NBA announced Thursday that the 3-point shooting event bringing together two of the biggest stars in the NBA and WNBA — which was one of the highlights of last year’s All-Star weekend in Indianapolis — is not ... Read More »

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High performance director Stephen Aboud leaves Rugby Canada for Italian job

By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2025

High performance director Stephen Aboud is leaving Rugby Canada to rejoin the Italian Rugby Federation. Rugby Canada said Aboud is departing in May, at the end of his two-year contract, in order to be closer to his family. The Italian federation subsequently announced that the 62-year-old Irish native was coming on board July 1 as ... Read More »

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The Kings sign former No. 1 overall pick Markelle Fultz

By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2025

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — The Sacramento Kings signed former No. 1 overall draft pick Markelle Fultz for the remainder of the season. The team announced the deal with Fultz on Wednesday night as the Kings seek more depth at point guard after recently trading away star De’Aaron Fox. Fultz was drafted first overall by Philadelphia ... Read More »

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Jets announce they’ve told Aaron Rodgers they’re moving forward without him

By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2025

The New York Jets announced Thursday they told quarterback Aaron Rodgers they are moving on without him next season. While Rodgers hasn’t said whether he intends to continue playing for a 21st NFL season, the Jets — with new general manager Darren Mougey and coach Aaron Glenn in charge — have officially ruled out a ... Read More »

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It’s a 6-pack of All-Star rookies: Wembanyama, Herro, Williams, Sengun, Mobley and Cunningham

By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2025

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Victor Wembanyama went to All-Star weekend in Indianapolis last year as one of the featured attractions. The San Antonio star was at the league’s Tech Summit, plus played in the Rising Stars event and was a participant in the Skills Challenge. He left all that with a clear goal. “Next year, ... Read More »

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Canadian women down Scotland 3-0 for first win at U17 MIMA Cup in Spain

By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2025

MURCIA — Adalyn Fairweather scored twice and Gabriela Istocki added another from the penalty spot as Canada blanked Scotland 3-0 Thursday at the U-17 Costa Cálida MIMA Cup women’s soccer tournament. All three goals came after the 60-minute mark at the Pinatar Arena. Fairweather plays for the St. Albert Impact Soccer Club in Alberta while ... Read More »

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From the same Minnesota hill that produced Lindsey Vonn, Paula Moltzan wins bronze at ski worlds

By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2025

SAALBACH-HINTERGLEMM, Austria (AP) — Finishing fourth when medals are on the line can feel like cruel punishment. Paula Moltzan knows the feeling all too well. Already at this year’s Alpine skiing world championships, she was on the U.S. squad that finished fourth in the mixed team parallel event. Then she couldn’t hold on to the ... Read More »

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Real Madrid trusting new improvised defense to hold on to La Liga lead

By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2025

MADRID (AP) — Real Madrid will have to stick to its improvised back line when it tries to hold on to its narrow lead in La Liga this weekend. Madrid visits Osasuna on Saturday with a one-point lead over Atletico Madrid and a two-point advantage over Barcelona. Depleted of defenders, coach Carlo Ancelotti fielded a ... Read More »

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Liverpool chaos, Arsenal crisis and Man City dilemma as Premier League title race heats up

By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2025

The Premier League title is Liverpool’s to lose while a healthy seven points clear at the top. Yet the chaotic scenes at the end of the Merseyside derby on Wednesday were a reminder that, with 14 rounds to go, there was plenty of time for more twists. Everton’s stoppage-time equalizer for 2-2 denied Liverpool the ... Read More »

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PSG president Al-Khelaifi handed preliminary charges in France in corruption probe

By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2025

PARIS (AP) — Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has been handed preliminary charges from an investigation into possible corruption, a judicial official told The Associated Press on Thursday. The person was not authorized to speak publicly as the probe was ongoing, and said the activities were not related to the Ligue 1 club but to ... Read More »

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As camp opens, Blue Jays manager Schneider says club looks better on paper this year

By Canadian Press on February 13th, 2025

DUNEDIN — Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider says he thinks his club is better this year — on paper, at least — and a lot of players have a chip on their shoulder as they look to put last season behind them. He held a media availability this morning at the team’s player development ... Read More »

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