National Sports
Pro Football Hall of Fame to consider changes after Belichick’s omission sparks outrage
By Canadian Press on February 6th, 2026
The Pro Football Hall of Fame will consider making changes to the voting panel and process of choosing Hall of Famers following a year when Bill Belichick’s omission from the 2026 class generated outrage. Hall of Fame President Jim Porter said in an interview Thursday night after the five-player class was announced that there are ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!The stunning play that secured the Patriots’ win over the Seahawks in Super Bowl 49
By Canadian Press on February 6th, 2026
The Seattle Seahawks had greatness in their grasp, the end zone in their sights, Tom Brady and the New England Patriots on the ropes and Marshawn Lynch in their backfield. What could go wrong? Super Bowl 49 between the two teams who are playing again Sunday in Super Bowl 60 came down to this: Trailing ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Boldy, Horvat, Vejmelka named NHL’s stars of the week
By Canadian Press on February 6th, 2026
NEW YORK — Minnesota Wild winger Matt Boldy, New York Islanders centre Bo Horvat and Utah Mammoth goalie Karel Vejmelka have been named the NHL’s stars of the week. Boldy got top honours after putting up three goals and three assists over two games, and helping the Wild extend their win streak to five games. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Ronaldo misses second straight game for Al-Nassr amid reported discontent with club
By Canadian Press on February 6th, 2026
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo missed his second straight game for Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League on Friday amid reports he’s unhappy with the club’s majority owner. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner was not in the squad when Al-Nassr faced defending champion Al-Ittihad. He also missed the 1-0 win over Al-Riyadh on ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jim Schwartz resigns as Browns’ defensive coordinator after being passed over for head coach
By Canadian Press on February 6th, 2026
CLEVELAND (AP) — Jim Schwartz has resigned as the Cleveland Browns’ defensive coordinator after three seasons. The team announced Friday that Schwartz handed in his letter of resignation a day earlier. Schwartz has led one of the league’s top defenses over the past three seasons but was upset about being passed over for the head ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!NFL launches challenge to improve facemasks and reduce concussions
By Canadian Press on February 6th, 2026
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The NFL is challenging innovators to improve the facemask on football helmets to reduce concussions in the game. The league announced on Friday at an innovation summit for the Super Bowl the next round in the HealthTECH Challenge series, a crowdsourced competition designed to accelerate the development of cutting-edge football helmets ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Reliever Graham Ashcraft and Cincinnati Reds go to salary arbitration hearing
By Canadian Press on February 6th, 2026
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Cincinnati pitcher Graham Ashcraft has argued his salary arbitration case with the Cincinnati Reds, asking for a raise to $1.75 million rather than the team’s $1.25 million offer. A right-hander who turns 28 next week, Ashcraft was 8-5 with a 3.99 ERA in 62 relief appearances last year, striking out 64 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Minnesota United brings Colombian star James Rodríguez to the MLS on a short-term contract
By Canadian Press on February 6th, 2026
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota United signed midfielder James Rodríguez to a short-term contract on Friday, the Major League Soccer club’s highest-profile player to date in an arrangement that gives the Colombia veteran a team to ramp up with in preparation for the World Cup this summer. Rodríguez will occupy an international roster spot ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Buck Martinez retiring as Toronto Blue Jays broadcaster after more than 4,000 games
By Canadian Press on February 6th, 2026
TORONTO (AP) — Buck Martinez said Friday he is retiring as a Toronto Blue Jays broadcaster after more than 4,000 games dating to 1987. Now 77, Martinez was a catcher for the Blue Jays from 1981-86 in the final seasons of a 17-year big league career. He covered the All-Star Game and the postseason in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sonny Jurgensen, the strong-arm QB whose personality made him a beloved football figure, dies at 91
By Canadian Press on February 6th, 2026
Sonny Jurgensen, the Hall of Fame quarterback whose strong arm, keen wit and affable personality made him one of the most beloved figures in Washington football history, has died. He was 91. While a cause was not disclosed, a Washington Commanders spokesperson confirmed Friday the team learned of Jurgensen’s death that morning from his family. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Big South looking into punches thrown during Winthrop-High Point women’s basketball game
By Canadian Press on February 6th, 2026
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Big South Conference said it considering disciplinary action after punches were thrown during a women’s basketball game between Winthrop and High Point. In the closing seconds of the High Point’s 88-74 win in Rock Hill, South Carolina, on Wednesday night, video shows Winthrop’s Tocarra Johnson throwing multiple punches at a ... Read More »
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