National Sports
Marlins analyst Tommy Hutton retiring as broadcaster after this season, 60 years after MLB debut
By Canadian Press on March 2nd, 2026
MIAMI (AP) — Miami Marlins television analyst Tommy Hutton announced Monday this will be his final season in the broadcast booth, 60 years after he made his MLB debut as a player. Hutton, who will turn 80 on April 20, has been part of Marlins television broadcasts since 1997. He began his broadcasting career in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Federal judge allows Gabehart continue working at Spire so long as he avoids Gibbs-related duties
By Canadian Press on March 2nd, 2026
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A federal judge ruled Monday that former Joe Gibbs Racing competition director Chris Gabehart can continue to work for Spire Motorsports but not the role he performed with his old NASCAR team. Gabehart is the chief motorsports officer at Spire, a job that encompasses most of parent company TWG Global’s racing ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Commanders agree to pay D.C. $1M to settle a 2022 lawsuit over previous ownership deceiving fans
By Canadian Press on March 2nd, 2026
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Washington Commanders have agreed to pay $1 million to the District of Columbia to settle a lawsuit from 2022 that alleged the NFL team under previous ownership colluded to deceive fans by lying about an inquiry into sexual misconduct and a persistently hostile work environment. D.C. Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Indiana’s Curt Cignetti cashes in on title run with 8-year extension worth $13.2 million per year
By Canadian Press on March 2nd, 2026
Indiana coach Curt Cignetti is cashing in on his first national championship run — even more than initially expected. Athletic department officials announced Monday that the two-time national coach of the year has signed a memorandum of understanding on an eight-year contract extension, paying him an annual average of $13.2 million — or an increase ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Framber Valdez throws 3 scoreless innings in spring debut for the Detroit Tigers
By Canadian Press on March 2nd, 2026
LAKELAND, Fla. (AP) — Framber Valdez struck out three while throwing 30 of 43 pitches for strikes in the left-hander’s spring training debut for the Detroit Tigers on Monday against the Atlanta Braves. Valdez faced 12 batters in three scoreless innings, allowing two singles without any walks. The hits against him were a slow infield ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!US midfielder Weston McKennie has Juventus contract extended through 2030
By Canadian Press on March 2nd, 2026
TURIN, Italy (AP) — United States midfielder Weston McKennie had his contract at Juventus extended on Monday so that he can spend a decade with the Turin club. The new deal expires in 2030 — 10 years after McKennie signed with Juventus. The extension was announced by Juventus and comes three months before a home ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!A men’s Rugby World Cup in South Africa not viable any time soon, SA Rugby chief says
By Canadian Press on March 2nd, 2026
CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — Reigning champion South Africa will not be staging a men’s Rugby World Cup any time soon, SA Rugby chief executive Rian Oberholzer said on Monday. New Zealand won’t be either. Together, the countries have won seven of the 10 Rugby World Cups and contested the most recent men’s final ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Thunder sign Payton Sandfort to two-way contract, waive Buddy Boeheim
By Canadian Press on March 2nd, 2026
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The Oklahoma City Thunder have signed Payton Sandfort to a two-way contract and waived guard Buddy Boeheim, the team announced Monday. Sandfort, a 6-foot-7 forward who played his college ball at Iowa, has played in 21 games this season with the Oklahoma City Blue, the Thunder’s G-League affiliate. He has averaged ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Owners of Tigers, Red Wings create Detroit SportsNet to broadcast games
By Canadian Press on March 2nd, 2026
DETROIT (AP) — The owners of the Detroit Tigers and Red Wings have created a regional sports network to broadcast their games. Ilitch Sports + Entertainment made the announcement on Monday. Detroit SportsNet will carry Tigers games this year and Red Wings games next season on cable, satellite and via in-market streaming. Last month, the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bengals re-sign Dalton Risner to one-year deal to play right guard
By Canadian Press on March 2nd, 2026
CINCINNATI (AP) — For the first time in Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow’s career, the starting offensive line for the following season is set before the start of free agency after right guard Dalton Risner signed a one-year deal on Monday. “He’s a critical part of our offensive line,” coach Zac Taylor said. “A guy ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bucks say Antetokounmpo is questionable for Celtics game as he seeks to return from calf strain
By Canadian Press on March 2nd, 2026
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Giannis Antetokounmpo could be on the verge of returning from a calf strain that has caused the two-time MVP to miss the Milwaukee Bucks’ last 15 games. The Bucks have released an injury report that lists Antetokounmpo as questionable for their Monday night game with the Boston Celtics. The 31-year-old Antetokounmpo hasn’t ... Read More »
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