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Caitlin Clark taken No. 1 in the WNBA draft by the Indiana Fever, as expected
By Doug Feinberg, The Associated Press on April 15th, 2024
NEW YORK (AP) – Caitlin Clark admitted she was a bit nervous before being chosen with the No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft by the Indiana Fever, even though it was no surprise. “I dreamed of this moment since I was in second grade, and it’s taken a lot of hard work, a lot ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clark selected No. 1 in WNBA draft by Indiana Fever, Edwards picked No. 6
By Doug Feinberg, The Associated Press on April 15th, 2024
NEW YORK (AP) – Caitlin Clark admitted she was a bit nervous before being chosen with the No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft by the Indiana Fever, even though it was no surprise. “I dreamt of this moment since I was in second grade, and it’s taken a lot of hard work, a lot ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Clark selected No. 1 in WNBA draft by Indiana Fever
By Doug Feinberg, The Associated Press on April 15th, 2024
NEW YORK (AP) – Caitlin Clark was selected with the No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft by the Indiana Fever on Monday night. The former Iowa star became a household name among basketball fans during her record-breaking college career, and she will now try and help revive the Indiana franchise along with last season’s ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!WNBA fashionistas showcase their styles with spotlight on draft
By Teresa M. Walker, The Associated Press on April 15th, 2024
Caitlin Clark. Aaliyah Edwards, Cameron Brink. Kamilla Cardoso. Angel Reese. All stepped into the glaring spotlight of Monday night’s WNBA’s draft having faced the challenge essentially every woman can identify with: wearing just the right outfit for a special occasion. When a woman finds what she wants, it’s not a question of whether alterations are ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Expansion-minded WNBA will pay for playoff flights, back-to-backs
By Doug Feinberg, The Associated Press on April 15th, 2024
NEW YORK (AP) – The WNBA will once again pay for charter flights for the entire playoffs as well as for back-to-back games during the upcoming season that require air travel, Commissioner Cathy Engelbert said Monday. There are more back-to-back sets this season with the WNBA taking a long break for the Olympics in late ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jays reinstate Jansen from injured list; relievers Romano, Swanson close to return
By Gregory Strong, The Canadian Press on April 15th, 2024
TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays welcomed back catcher Danny Jansen on Monday after a stint on the injured list and relievers Erik Swanson and closer Jordan Romano will soon be available as well. All three players missed the first two-plus weeks of the season after sufferinginjuries last month. Jansen was reinstated before the opener ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Maple Leafs star Matthews soars towards rarefied air with 70-goal quest
By Abdulhamid Ibrahim, The Canadian Press on April 15th, 2024
Auston Matthews is on the verge of entering rarefied air in pursuit of 70 goals this season. Matthews is currently one goal shy of the mark, with his Toronto Maple Leafs having two games remaining on the regular-season schedule. Toronto plays the Florida Panthers on Tuesday and the Tampa Bay Lightning on Wednesday, both on ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Toothpicks offer calm, tranquillity for Argos veteran linebacker Wynton McManis
By Dan Ralph, The Canadian Press on April 15th, 2024
It’s as much a part of Wynton McManis as his infectious smile and gregarious nature. No matter where the Toronto Argonauts veteran linebacker goes, he always has a toothpick. If it’s not in his mouth, it’s often tucked behind his ear. Some might think it’s to look cool, but McManis says a toothpick provides comfort ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canada beats Italy 72-60 to earn Paralympic men’s wheelchair basketball berth
By The Canadian Press on April 15th, 2024
ANTIBES, France – Patrick Anderson scored a game-high 23 points as Canada’s men’s wheelchair basketball team earned a spot for the Paris Paralympics with a 72-60 win over Italy at a repechage qualifying tournament Monday. Anderson added 12 rebounds for Canada. Colin Higgins had 14 points and 16 rebounds, while Vincent Dallaire and Nik Goncin ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Red Sox LF Tyler O’Neill leaves game against Guardians after collision with teammate
By The Associated Press on April 15th, 2024
BOSTON (AP) – Boston left fielder Tyler O’Neill had to leave the game against the Cleveland Guardians on Monday in the eighth inning after colliding with third baseman Rafael Devers when the two were chasing a shallow pop-up. Devers made the catch as O’Neill collided with him. The pair went to the ground. O’Neill, who ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Blue Jays reinstate Jansen from injured list, option fellow catcher Serven to minors
By The Canadian Press on April 15th, 2024
TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays have reinstated catcher Danny Jansen from the 10-day injured list and optioned catcher Brian Serven to Triple-A Buffalo. Jansen was active for the opener of a three-game series against the New York Yankees on Monday night at Rogers Centre, the Blue Jays said in a release. The 29-year-old backstop ... Read More »
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