July 27th, 2025

National Sports

QB Matthew Stafford to start Rams training camp on sidelines to recover from back soreness

By Canadian Press on July 22nd, 2025

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Quarterback Matthew Stafford will begin the Los Angeles Rams’ training camp on the sidelines while recovering from back soreness. Stafford is only expected to miss the first “block” of roughly four practices in training camp, coach Sean McVay said Tuesday as the Rams reported to work at Loyola Marymount University. “He ... Read More »

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Micah Parsons set to participate in Cowboys training camp as he seeks contract extension

By Canadian Press on July 22nd, 2025

OXNARD, Calif. (AP) — Micah Parsons will participate in Dallas Cowboys training camp, avoiding a potential hold-in as the two-time All-Pro defensive end seeks a contract extension that would likely make him the highest-paid defender in NFL history. Parsons reported to camp Monday and will be working out with the team as they start practicing ... Read More »

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Contract squabbles are the top NFL storyline as teams kick off training camp

By Canadian Press on July 22nd, 2025

Contract squabbles. Quarterback competitions. Comeback quests. Those will be just a few of the storylines to watch during NFL training camp. When the Pittsburgh Steelers and Atlanta Falcons report on Wednesday, all 32 teams will be ready to go. Each one is 0-0 and can dream about winning the Super Bowl. It’s a much more ... Read More »

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Rays place Brandon Lowe on 10-day injured list and acquire Stuart Fairchild

By Canadian Press on July 22nd, 2025

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays placed second baseman Brandon Lowe on the 10-day injured list Tuesday and acquired outfielder Stuart Fairchild from the Braves for cash considerations. Lowe has been dealing with tendinitis in his left ankle. He exited Saturday’s game and was initially diagnosed with plantar fasciitis. The injury was later ... Read More »

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Euro 2025: England defender Jess Carter not in starting lineup to face Italy in semifinals

By Canadian Press on July 22nd, 2025

GENEVA (AP) — England defender Jess Carter was not in the starting lineup to face Italy in the semifinals Tuesday at the Women’s European Championship. Esme Morgan, who plays for Washington Spirit in the United States, was selected to partner England captain Leah Williamson in the center of defense. Carter revealed on Sunday she has ... Read More »

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Alozie goal gives Nigeria 2-1 win over South Africa in Women’s Africa Cup of Nations semifinals

By Canadian Press on July 22nd, 2025

CASABLANCA, Morocco (AP) — Michelle Alozie’s long ball bounced into the goal in stoppage time to give Nigeria a 2-1 victory over South Africa on Tuesday and send the Super Falcons into the final at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Nigeria will play the winner of the late match in Rabat between host Morocco ... Read More »

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Giants send Hayden Birdsong to Triple-A Sacramento after failing to record an out in loss to Braves

By Canadian Press on July 22nd, 2025

ATLANTA (AP) — The San Francisco Giants optioned Hayden Birdsong to Triple-A Sacramento after the right-hander failed to record an out in Monday night’s 9-5 loss to the Atlanta Braves. Birdsong (4-4) issued four walks, hit a batter and threw a wild pitch while allowing five runs against the Braves. He threw just six of ... Read More »

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Chiefs open training camp focused on Super Bowl redemption following humbling loss to Philadelphia

By Canadian Press on July 22nd, 2025

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (AP) — Andy Reid stood before his players before the start of training camp this week, just as the longtime Kansas City Chiefs coach does every year, and impressed upon the reigning AFC champions the importance of urgency. Patrick Mahomes saw no such need to deliver a message. Not with the way ... Read More »

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Riders’ Trevor Harris, Ticats Destin Talbert both earn CFL honour roll awards

By Canadian Press on July 22nd, 2025

TORONTO — Saskatchewan Roughriders quarterback Trevor Harris and defensive back Destin Talbert of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats were the top players in the CFL’s weekly honour roll Tuesday. Harris earned a second straight offensive player honour after registering a grade of 93.0 for his play in Saskatchewan’s 33-27 win over the B.C. Lions. Harris completed 23-of-30 ... Read More »

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Bradley Beal’s unexpected gift to Chris Paul: A number with meaning

By Canadian Press on July 22nd, 2025

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Chris Paul will be wearing his No. 3 jersey in his return to the Los Angeles Clippers. Newly acquired Bradley Beal has agreed to give Paul the number that Beal has worn his entire NBA career, according to Lawrence Frank, president of basketball operations. “Once Brad heard it’s a possibility Chris ... Read More »

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Report: Autopsy found Cincinnati Bearcats offensive lineman Jeremiah Kelly had heart condition

By Canadian Press on July 22nd, 2025

CINCINNATI (AP) — A Cincinnati Bearcats offensive lineman who died unexpectedly in April had a heart condition, an autopsy has found. ESPN reported on Tuesday that Jeremiah Kelly, an early enrollee who took part in spring practices with the Bearcats, had “cardiac hypertrophy,” a thickening of the heart muscles. He was found unresponsive at his ... Read More »

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