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A glance at a busy weekend in world soccer
By Canadian Press on May 23rd, 2025
It’s a big weekend in world soccer with titles to be decided in Italy and Mexico, the Women’s Champions League final and the Premier League wrapping up. Here’s a brief glance at what’s going on: FRIDAY Italian league: Napoli and Inter Milan have a chance to clinch Serie A in the final round. Napoli leads ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Twins bring Carlos Correa back from concussion for series opener vs. Royals; Buxton not quite ready
By Canadian Press on May 23rd, 2025
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa passed concussion protocol and was reinstated from the 7-day injured list ahead of a three-game series against Kansas City that begins Friday night. Correa collided with center fielder Byron Buxton in pursuit of a shallow fly ball on May 15 at Baltimore, forcing both players out of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jets’ Cheveldayoff a finalist for NHL general manager of the year with Nill, Zito
By Canadian Press on May 23rd, 2025
NEW YORK — Winnipeg Jets general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff is one of three finalists for the 2025 Jim Gregory Award. Jim Nill of the Dallas Stars and Bill Zito of the Florida Panthers are the other finalists announced Friday by the NHL for the award given annually to the league’s top GM. Cheveldayoff, a runner-up ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Champions League in women’s European soccer moves to pay-TV in 5-year deal with Disney+
By Canadian Press on May 23rd, 2025
NYON, Switzerland (AP) — The Women’s Champions League in European soccer will go mostly behind a paywall for the next five seasons on Disney+ in a deal announced by UEFA’s joint venture with top clubs on Friday. The final on Saturday between defending champion Barcelona and Arsenal in Lisbon completes a four-year broadcast deal where ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Napoli fans already celebrating before Serie A-deciding matches kick off
By Canadian Press on May 23rd, 2025
ROME (AP) — Napoli fans were already in a celebratory mood ahead of the game against Cagliari later Friday, which could secure a second Serie A soccer title in three years for the southern club. Napoli leads defending champion Inter Milan by one point entering the final round. Inter visits Como in a game that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Panthers sign Canadian singer Michael Buble — for a cancer fund-raising cause
By Canadian Press on May 23rd, 2025
SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — The Florida Panthers have signed Canadian singer Michael Buble — for a good cause. Buble, a five-time Grammy-winning pop icon from Burnaby, B.C., has signed on to be part of the team’s fundraising efforts for the American Cancer Society. The “Panthers on the Prowl” initiative combines art and philanthropy to support ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Trimble to become primary sponsor on Buescher, Preece NASCAR Cup Series cars beginning in 2025
By Canadian Press on May 23rd, 2025
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing announced Friday a multi-year sponsor partnership with Trimble beginning in the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season. Trimble will be the primary sponsor on Ryan Preece’s No. 60 Ford Mustang and Chris Buescher’s No. 17 Ford Mustang, beginning with Preece’s entry at Nashville Superspeedway on June 1. In ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Barcelona seeks three-peat of Women’s Champions League titles in final against Arsenal
By Canadian Press on May 23rd, 2025
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Barcelona is aiming to complete a three-peat of Women’s Champions League titles when it faces Arsenal in the final in Lisbon on Saturday. Barcelona is out to reaffirm its status as the dominant force in European women’s soccer for the fourth time in five years. Its possession-hungry and high-scoring attack is ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Saskatchewan’s Ferland a perfect fit anywhere on Roughriders’ offensive line
By Canadian Press on May 23rd, 2025
SASKATOON — Logan Ferland has built a reputation for versatility over his CFL career. The 28-year-old can play — and excel — at any position the offensive line. His adaptability was apparent during the 2024 season, when injuries forced the Roughriders to use 13 different starters and 16 players total on the line. Ferland made ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Three months after his release, former Israeli hostage deals with guilt of enjoying everyday life
By Canadian Press on May 23rd, 2025
BOSTON (AP) — Three months after his release from Hamas captivity, Omer Shem Tov stood on the pitcher’s mound at a Boston Red Sox game. Surrounded by supporters, he tossed out the first pitch, then raised his arms in celebration. His name flashed on the stadium billboard. The moment was emblematic of the newfound — ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mexican rider Del Toro adds 5 seconds to his Giro lead; Pedersen wins his 4th stage
By Canadian Press on May 23rd, 2025
VICENZA, Italy (AP) — Mexican rider Isaac Del Toro keeps on adding to his Giro d’Italia lead — even if it’s just a few seconds per day. Del Toro’s third-place finish in the 13th stage Friday, which had a short but steep uphill finale, extended his lead over UAE Team Emirates teammate Juan Ayuso by ... Read More »
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