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The family ties at the heart of NASCAR were highlighted throughout the trial
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The theme of family ties in motorsports was woven through Michael Jordan’s federal antitrust lawsuit against NASCAR, with witness after witness testifying to their emotional connections to the top motorsports series in the United States. It began on the opening day when three-time Daytona 500 winner Denny Hamlin broke down in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!High-powered offenses clash when Jared Goff-led Lions visit Matthew Stafford’s Rams
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
Detroit Lions (8-5) at Los Angeles Rams (10-3) Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EST, FOX BetMGM NFL Odds: Rams by 6 Against the spread: Lions 7-6, Rams 9-4 Series record: Rams lead 45-43-1. Last meeting: Lions beat Rams 26-20, OT, in Detroit on Sept. 8, 2024. Last week: Lions beat Cowboys 44-30, Rams beat Cardinals 45-17. Lions ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tennessee coach Josh Heupel hires Jim Knowles as new defensive coordinator
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee coach Josh Heupel has hired Jim Knowles as the Volunteers’ new defensive coordinator. Heupel moved quickly after firing coordinator Tim Banks on Monday, and the Volunteers coach said Thursday that hiring Knowles was a priority from the start. “Jim has a proven track record of developing elite defenses that play ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Young seeks solution to Saints defense as the Panthers try to stay atop the NFC South
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The Saints defense, even under different coordinators, has been a repeat nemesis for Panthers quarterback Bryce Young. This Sunday, the stakes are as high as they’ve been for Carolina’s top 2023 draft choice as he tries again to avoid another dreadful showing against New Orleans. “I’m not a look-in-the-past type of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cubs add Hoby Milner to bullpen with $3.75 million, 1-year, AP source says
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Cubs added Hoby Milner to their bullpen on Thursday, agreeing to a $3.75 million, one-year contract with the left-hander, according to a person familiar with the deal. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the move was pending a physical. Milner matched his career high ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Chiefs face playoff elimination as Chargers aim for back-to-back 10-win seasons
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Much has changed since the Los Angeles Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs met for their season-opener in Brazil. The Chargers have parlayed their 27-21 victory in São Paulo back in September into a sporty 9-4 mark, including last week’s triumph over the Super Bowl champion Eagles, and they are closing ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Army tries to turn the tables on No. 22 Navy when they renew their rivalry in Baltimore
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
BALTIMORE (AP) — At most schools, players try to stay hyper-focused on the task at hand. Future opponents can wait. No looking ahead. It is, needless to say, different at Army and Navy. “We say ‘Beat Navy’ for 365 days of the year,” Army linebacker Gavin Shields said. “It’s the whole motto of our team.” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jalen Hurts’ slump: Can the Eagles’ star QB turn it around after 3 straight losses?
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jalen Hurts just 10 months ago capped a fourth playoff appearance in four seasons with the Eagles with his first Super Bowl title — he earned MVP honors in a rout over Kansas City — that seemingly stamped him as a proven winner and arguably put him on top of a very ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!CP Source: Alouettes, all-star linebacker Darnell Sankey agree to part ways
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
MONTREAL — Darnell Sankey will get a head start on CFL free agency. According to a league source, the all-star linebacker and Montreal Alouettes have mutually agreed to part ways. The source spoke on the condition of anonymity as the CFL club had not formally announced the move. But Sankey would become a free agent ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canada women’s rugby coach Kevin Rouet adds side gig with England’s Saracens Women
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
Canadian women’s rugby coach Kevin Rouet is adding to his workload. Rouet is joining the Saracens Women coaching staff in England, while continuing in his role with second-ranked Canada. Saracens says Rouet will specialize in attack, working alongside Saracens director of rugby Alex Austerberry. Saracens calls Rouet “one of the most forward thinking coaches in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Dortmund’s new CEO defends sponsorship deal with arms manufacturer Rheinmetall
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
BERLIN (AP) — German soccer club Borussia Dortmund’s new chief executive has defended its contentious sponsorship agreement with Rheinmetall, the country’s largest arms manufacturer. Carsten Cramer, who took over from outgoing Dortmund CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke last month, said Thursday he was 100% committed to the three-year deal announced by the club in May 2024, and ... Read More »
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