National Sports
Mushers begin rugged Iditarod race after lack of snow forces major changes to iconic Alaska event
By Canadian Press on March 3rd, 2025
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — The rugged Iditarod started Monday, but a dearth of snow forced the iconic dog sled race to start further north and added a new route that allows mushers to bypass barren land, but lengthens by more than 100 miles (160.93 kilometers) an unforgiving journey often measured in grit and attrition. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Seth Jones ready to play for Panthers, who are losing Matthew Tkachuk for extended period
By Canadian Press on March 3rd, 2025
Seth Jones got to skate as a member of the Florida Panthers for the first time on Monday. It’s anyone’s guess when Matthew Tkachuk will be sharing the ice with his newest teammate. The defending Stanley Cup champion Panthers confirmed Monday, a few hours before Jones’ debut with the team, that Tkachuk is on long-term ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Manitoba’s Carruthers beats New Brunswick’s Grattan to remain unbeaten at Brier
By Canadian Press on March 3rd, 2025
KELOWNA, B.C. — Manitoba’s Reid Carruthers defeated New Brunswick’s James Grattan 6-4 to keep his perfect record intact at the Montana’s Brier. Carruthers improved to 4-0 in round-robin play. Defending champion Brad Gushue (3-0), who was idle for the early draw, is the only other unbeaten skip in Pool A. Northern Ontario’s John Epping made ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rams coach Sean McVay didn’t think QB Matthew Stafford would leave during recent contract talks
By Canadian Press on March 3rd, 2025
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Sean McVay says he never seriously thought his partnership with Matthew Stafford would come to an end this month after four seasons together with the Los Angeles Rams. The head coach still acknowledged Monday that he’s “been sleeping better the last couple of days” since the Rams and Stafford ended their ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Figure skating event in Washington benefiting victims of the DC plane crash raises $1.2 million
By Canadian Press on March 3rd, 2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — Organizers of a figure skating benefit event in Washington said they have already raised $1.2 million for victims of the D.C. plane crash and first responders. Monumental Sports & Entertainment on Monday said the Legacy on Ice tribute show Sunday in the nation’s capital drew a sellout crowd of over 15,000 and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Vasilevskiy, Hintz, Suzuki named NHL’s three stars of the week
By Canadian Press on March 3rd, 2025
NEW YORK — Tampa Bay goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy, Dallas centre Roope Hintz and Montreal captain Nick Suzuki have been named the NHL’s three stars of the week. Vasilevskiy stopped 71 of the 73 shots he faced last week, going 3-0-0 with a 0.67 goals-against average, .973 save percentage and one shutout, as the Lightning extended ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!College baseball notebook: Defending champion Volunteers show no dropoff with newcomers leading way
By Canadian Press on March 3rd, 2025
If there were any concerns about Tennessee dropping off after it won the national championship, those have been allayed so far thanks to the performances of the team’s newcomers. The Volunteers (11-0) came out of their most challenging weekend to date with three wins in the Astros Foundation College Classic in Houston, and the numbers ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jimmy Johnson announces retirement after being part of Fox’s NFL coverage for 31 years
By Canadian Press on March 3rd, 2025
Jimmy Johnson, who won two Super Bowls and a national championship as a coach, has announced his retirement from Fox Sports after being a part of its NFL coverage for 31 years. The 81-year-old Johnson made the announcement Monday during an appearance on “The Herd With Colin Cowherd.” “The most fun I ever had in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Eagles set to release Super Bowl champion cornerback Darius Slay, AP source says
By Canadian Press on March 3rd, 2025
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia Eagles are set to release six-time Pro Bowl cornerback Darius Slay, a person familiar with the decision said Monday. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the team has not yet announced the decision. Slay was scheduled for a post-June 1 release. “ Real tears,” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canada Cricket GM named tournament director of Canada Super 60 League.
By Canadian Press on March 3rd, 2025
TORONTO — Cricket Canada general manager Ingleton Liburd has been named tournament director of the new Canada Super 60 League. The league is set to debut in July at the CAA Centre in Brampton, Ont., featuring the short-form 10-over version of the game. Matches last about 90 minutes with each team batting for 10 overs ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Linebacker Isaiah McDuffie staying with Packers on two-year, $8 million deal, AP source says
By Canadian Press on March 3rd, 2025
Green Bay linebacker Isaiah McDuffie has agreed to terms on a two-year, $8 million deal that will keep him with the Packers, according to a person familiar with the situation. The person spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity because the deal hasn’t been announced. ESPN first reported that McDuffie and the ... Read More »
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