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NHLers talk the art of the reverse hit: ‘It can be satisfying’
By Joshua Clipperton, The Canadian Press on December 6th, 2023
Charlie McAvoy is happy to have it in his tool belt. The art of landing a reverse hit – when a player, usually a defenceman, with the puck initiates contact before an opponent looking to do the same – is fairly straightforward. The satisfaction in the immediate aftermath is also part of the package. “Look ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Whitecaps sign midfielder Sebastian Berhalter through 2025 MLS season
By The Canadian Press on December 6th, 2023
VANCOUVER – The Vancouver Whitecaps have signed midfielder Sebastian Berhalter to a new contract through the 2025 Major League Soccer season, with a club option for 2026. The 22-year-old set career highs in 2023 with two goals, four assists and 16 starts in 37 appearances across all competitions. Berhalter played primarily as a defensive or ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Grey Cup champion Alouettes extend quarterback Fajardo through 2025 season
By The Canadian Press on December 6th, 2023
MONTREAL – The Grey Cup champion Montreal Alouettes have extended the contract of quarterback Cody Fajardo through the 2025 CFL season. Fajardo was named the Grey Cup’s most valuable player after he completed 21-of-26 pass attempts for 280 yards and three touchdowns in Montreal’s 28-24 win over Winnipeg last month in Hamilton. He notably hit ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!President Joe Biden and the White House support Indigenous lacrosse team for the 2028 Olympics
By Eddie Pells, The Associated Press on December 6th, 2023
President Joe Biden is pushing to allow the Indigenous nation that invented lacrosse to play under its own flag when the sport returns to the Olympics in 2028. Biden’s position, being announced Wednesday at the White House Tribal Nations Summit, is a request for the International Olympic Committee to allow the Haudenosaunee Nationals to compete ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Scott Milanovich named head coach of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats
By The Canadian Press on December 6th, 2023
HAMILTON – Scott Milanovich is the new head coach of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. The CFL team named him as the 27th head coach in franchise history this morning. Milanovich joined the Tiger-Cats as a senior assistant coach this past season and took over offensive play-calling duties in August. Hamilton finished with an 8-10 record and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jacques Martin returns to Senators as senior adviser to coaching staff
By The Canadian Press on December 6th, 2023
OTTAWA – Jacques Martin is back with the Ottawa Senators. The team announced Wednesday its former head coach has been appointed as a senior adviser to current bench boss D.J. Smith and his staff. Martin led the Senators for parts of nine seasons from 1996 through 2004, guiding Ottawa to eight straight playoff appearances. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Montreal Canadiens draw online backlash for charging fans $195 to meet mascot Youppi!
By Morgan Lowrie, The Canadian Press on December 6th, 2023
Montreal Canadiens fans attending games at the Bell Centre can ensure they get a personalized visit at their seat from team mascot Youppi! – as long as they’re willing to pay nearly $200 for the privilege. The team has lit up Canadiens fan forums and social media accounts with its new “Fur on Demand” package, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Minnesota Wild keep winning after coaching change, douse Flames 5-2
By Donna Spencer, The Canadian Press on December 5th, 2023
CALGARY – The Minnesota Wild extended their win streak since a coaching change to four straight with a 5-2 victory Tuesday over the host Calgary Flames. Matt Boldy scored twice and had an assist for Minnesota (9-10-4) who have outscored their opposition 18-5, including 9-1 in first periods, since Jon Hynes took over Nov. 27 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bratt spoils Canucks’ comeback as Devils win ‘Hughes Bowl’ 6-5
By Jim Morris, The Canadian Press on December 5th, 2023
VANCOUVER – The New Jersey Devils won the battle of the Hughes brothers Tuesday night. Jesper Bratt scored his second goal of the night with 34 seconds left in the third period as the Devils defeated the Vancouver Canucks 6-5 in a nail-biting NHL game. Jack Hughes had a goal and two assists, while his ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sports scoreboard for Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023
By The Canadian Press on December 5th, 2023
Tuesday’s Games NHL Ottawa 6 N.Y. Rangers 2 Minnesota 5 Calgary 2 New Jersey 6 Vancouver 5 Detroit 5 Buffalo 3 Los Angeles 4 Columbus 3 (OT) San Jose 5 N.Y. Islanders 4 (OT) Nashville 4 Chicago 3 (SO) Colorado 3 Anaheim 2 — AHL Toronto 5 Grand Rapids 4 (OT) Iowa 6 Rockford 1 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!WHL roundup: Wheat Kings plow past visiting Rebels 5-2
By The Canadian Press on December 5th, 2023
BRANDON, Man. – Nate Danielson scored twice, Roger McQueen had two assists and the Brandon Wheat Kings rolled past the visiting Red Deer Rebels 5-2 in Western Hockey League action on Tuesday night. Nolan Flamand, Luke Shipley and Brett Hyland also scored for the Wheat Kings (13-11-4-1), who were tied 2-2 with the Rebels after ... Read More »
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