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Vancouver Rise FC Academy learns its path at the 2025-26 CONCACAF W Champions Cup
By Canadian Press on June 3rd, 2025
The Vancouver Rise FC Academy was drawn with defending champion Gotham FC and fellow NWSL side Washington Spirit in Group B for the second edition of the CONCACAF W Champions Cup, which kicks off in August. Group B also includes Mexico’s CF Monterrey Femenil and El Salvador’s Alianza Women FC. Group A is comprised of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mets call up prized infield prospect Ronny Mauricio after Vientos injury
By Canadian Press on June 3rd, 2025
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Mets on Tuesday called up prized infield prospect Ronny Mauricio from the minors. Mauricio’s promotion came after third baseman Mark Vientos strained his right hamstring late in Monday night’s victory over the Dodgers in Los Angeles. He went on the injured list Tuesday. Rated for years among the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Messi back with Argentina and Ancelotti debuts with Brazil in South American World Cup qualifying
By Canadian Press on June 3rd, 2025
SAO PAULO (AP) — Brazil’s new coach Carlo Ancelotti is getting a little help from his old friend Casemiro as he prepares for his debut in South American World Cup qualifying at Ecuador. Meanwhile star Lionel Messi is expected to play Thursday for Argentina at Chile after a seven-month absence. Veteran midfielder Casemiro, who has ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!49ers overhaul defensive line with rookies and Bryce Huff after disappointing season
By Canadian Press on June 3rd, 2025
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers have built their defense out from the defensive line ever since coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch arrived eight years ago. An underwhelming performance from that unit during a disappointing 2024 season has led to a near complete overhaul at the position with San ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tyler Ford, Ben Taylor picked to work NBA Finals for the 1st time. The famed ‘white jacket’ awaits
By Canadian Press on June 3rd, 2025
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — For NBA players, the prize is the gold trophy. For NBA referees, the prize is the white jacket. And for Tyler Ford and Ben Taylor, the jacket has arrived. Soon, so will the moment they’ve worked a long time for — they’re going to be blowing the whistle at the NBA ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Manny Pacquiao says return to boxing goes beyond comeback fight: ‘The book of politics is closed’
By Canadian Press on June 3rd, 2025
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Manny Pacquiao says he is done with politics, and he’s back in boxing to stay. Pacquiao’s ring return at 46 years old is not just for one farewell bout, either: The former eight-division world champion intends to fight on indefinitely. “Right now, the book of politics is closed,” Pacquiao told The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rams pass rusher Jared Verse ready to build on strong rookie season
By Canadian Press on June 3rd, 2025
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jared Verse came was as advertised in his debut season for the Los Angeles Rams, offering explosive pass rush prowess en route to AP NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year honors. After totaling 77 pressures, 11 tackles for loss and 4 1/2 sacks last season, the outside linebacker isn’t worried about ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bryce Harper homers in first at-bat in return to Phillies’ lineup after 5 game absence
By Canadian Press on June 3rd, 2025
TORONTO (AP) — With Bryce Harper back in the lineup, the Philadelphia Phillies got off to a booming start against the Toronto Blue Jays. Harper hit one of two Philadelphia home runs in a six-run first inning off right-hander Bowden Francis in Tuesday’s series opener in Toronto. Harper was back in action after missing five ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!White Sox give Robert more room to work on his adjustments at the plate
By Canadian Press on June 3rd, 2025
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago White Sox are going to rest Luis Robert Jr. for a couple days to give the slumping slugger more room to work on some changes at the plate. First-year manager Will Venable said he is planning to keep Robert out of the lineup on Tuesday and Wednesday against Detroit. “He’ll ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas is ‘living my worst nightmare’ as he embarks on injury rehab
By Canadian Press on June 3rd, 2025
BOSTON (AP) — Triston Casas isn’t happy about having to watch the remainder of the Boston Red Sox’s season following season-ending knee surgery. But he’s ready to attack the rehab from his second major injury in two years head on. Casas spoke to reporters Tuesday for the first time since having the procedure last month ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tyler Ford, Ben Foster picked to work NBA Finals for the 1st time. The famed ‘white jacket’ awaits
By Canadian Press on June 3rd, 2025
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — For NBA players, the prize is the gold trophy. For NBA referees, the prize is the white jacket. And for Tyler Ford and Ben Taylor, the jacket has arrived. Soon, so will the moment they’ve worked a long time for — they’re going to be blowing the whistle at the NBA ... Read More »
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