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US ‘rock star’ Paralympic skier wins silver for his late twin brother
By Canadian Press on March 9th, 2026
CORTINA D’AMPEZZO, Italy (AP) — Patrick Halgren, the self-proclaimed “rock star” of the Milan Cortina Paralympics, said he could feel the presence of his late twin brother in his silver medal-winning Para alpine ski run on Monday. “He made this happen for real. He is the ski god and he has blessed me with speed ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mentorship program gives veteran Masoli insight into options off football field
By Canadian Press on March 9th, 2026
WATERLOO, ONTARIO — He hasn’t closed the door on a 14th CFL season but Jeremiah Masoli is looking at how he can continue chasing a Grey Cup title off the football field. The 37-year-old quarterback remains a free agent and is open to playing in 2026. But experience has taught the San Francisco native he’s ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Derrick Jones and Yaw Yeboah banned for life by Major League Soccer for gambling on games
By Canadian Press on March 9th, 2026
Two players were banned for life Monday by Major League Soccer for gambling on soccer, including bets involving their own matches. Derrick Jones and Yaw Yeboah were both placed on administrative leave in October pending a review of potential violations of league rules. MLS said the investigation concluded the players “engaged in extensive gambling on ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cardinals agree to deals with QB Gardner Minshew, RB Tyler Allgeier, AP sources say
By Canadian Press on March 9th, 2026
The Arizona Cardinals have agreed with veteran quarterback Gardner Minshew on a $5.75 million, one-year deal that could be worth up to $8 million with incentives, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Monday. Minshew was the Cardinals’ second deal of the day, joining running back Tyler Allgeier, who agreed to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Commanders are adding Odafe Oweh and re-signing Laremy Tunsil, AP sources say
By Canadian Press on March 9th, 2026
Attempting to rebound from a 5-12 season, the Washington Commanders are bringing back the anchor of their offensive line and spending big money in free agency to improve the NFL’s worst-ranked defense. The Commanders on Monday re-signed starting left tackle Laremy Tunsil and agreed to sign edge rusher Odafe Oweh, defensive tackle Tim Settle and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!March Madness: How to watch and what to watch in the 2026 NCAA men’s basketball tournament
By Canadian Press on March 9th, 2026
March Madness is almost here. The beloved annual tradition that is the NCAA Tournament opens with Selection Sunday this weekend, opening the door for hundreds of thousands of fans to fill out brackets and take a shot at winning the office pool. The tournament tips off with the First Four on March 17-18 in Dayton, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!March Madness: How to watch and what to watch in the women’s NCAA Tournament
By Canadian Press on March 9th, 2026
Top-ranked UConn and the other favorite s in women’s college basketball can’t wait for March Madness to begin. The Huskies are the defending champion and the last time they didn’t win another one the next year was way back in 2000. UConn won three straight titles in 2002-04, back-to-back crowns in 2009-10 and four in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!DeRosa: Tarik Skubal done in the World Baseball Classic after emotional start
By Canadian Press on March 9th, 2026
HOUSTON (AP) — Tarik Skubal will not pitch again in the World Baseball Classic, according to U.S. manager Mark DeRosa. DeRosa made the announcement came before Monday night’s game against Mexico and after the reigning two-time AL Cy Young Award winner had expressed second thoughts about ending his tournament participation following one outing. “We were ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!NBA cancels Atlanta Hawks’ plans to celebrate famed Magic City adult entertainment club
By Canadian Press on March 9th, 2026
The NBA has called off the Atlanta Hawks’ plans for a night celebrating the city’s famed Magic City adult entertainment club, saying it did so because of “concerns” from many across the league. Atlanta announced the plan last month, saying the team would pay tribute to an “iconic cultural institution” with food — including the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!No. 1 Duke’s Cameron Boozer, Jon Scheyer and Maliq Brown claim top individual honors from ACC
By Canadian Press on March 9th, 2026
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Duke’s Cameron Boozer is the Atlantic Coast Conference player of the year and rookie of the year as the top-ranked Blue Devils claimed top honors from the league Monday. The league also named the Blue Devils’ Jon Scheyer as its coach of the year, while senior Maliq Brown claimed two honors ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!NBA cancels Atlanta Hawks’ planned promotion of the Magic City adult entertainment club
By Canadian Press on March 9th, 2026
ATLANTA (AP) — NBA cancels Atlanta Hawks’ planned promotion of the Magic City adult entertainment club. The Associated Press... Read More »
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