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Eagles look to rebound against struggling Raiders after 3 straight losses
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
Las Vegas (2-11) at Philadelphia (8-5) Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, Fox. BetMGM NFL odds: Eagles by 11 1/2. Against the spread: Raiders 5-8; Eagles 7-6. Series record: Eagles lead 7-6. Last meeting: Derek Carr threw for 323 yards and the Raiders defeated the Eagles 33-22 on Oct. 24, 2021, in Las Vegas. Raiders offense: overall ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!U.S. women’s hockey team winning the new normal in Olympic preparation
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
EDMONTON — The United States is handling the Rivalry Series’ dual goals of Olympic preparation and winning games better than Canada. How to build a team to win an Olympic a gold medal in women’s hockey in 2026 within the time limitations imposed by the Professional Women’s Hockey League’s schedule is a new puzzle for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canadian freestyle skier Noah Bowman retires after 18-year career
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
VANCOUVER — Canadian freestyle skier Noah Bowman is retiring after an 18-year career that included 13 World Cup medals. Freestyle Canada announced Bowman’s retirement in a release Thursday. Bowman’s best World Cup season came in 2020, when he won four medals (one gold, two silver, one bronze) and finished second in the men’s halfpipe skiing ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Whitecaps, City of Vancouver sign agreement on pursuing new stadium
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
VANCOUVER — The Vancouver Whitecaps are moving forward with plans to build a new stadium on the eastern edge of the city. The Major League Soccer club and the City of Vancouver announced Thursday that they have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore a new stadium and entertainment district at Hastings Park. The deal ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!The family ties at the heart of NASCAR were highlighted throughout the trial
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The theme of family ties in motorsports was woven through Michael Jordan’s federal antitrust lawsuit against NASCAR, with witness after witness testifying to their emotional connections to the top motorsports series in the United States. It began on the opening day when three-time Daytona 500 winner Denny Hamlin broke down in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!High-powered offenses clash when Jared Goff-led Lions visit Matthew Stafford’s Rams
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
Detroit Lions (8-5) at Los Angeles Rams (10-3) Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EST, FOX BetMGM NFL Odds: Rams by 6 Against the spread: Lions 7-6, Rams 9-4 Series record: Rams lead 45-43-1. Last meeting: Lions beat Rams 26-20, OT, in Detroit on Sept. 8, 2024. Last week: Lions beat Cowboys 44-30, Rams beat Cardinals 45-17. Lions ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tennessee coach Josh Heupel hires Jim Knowles as new defensive coordinator
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee coach Josh Heupel has hired Jim Knowles as the Volunteers’ new defensive coordinator. Heupel moved quickly after firing coordinator Tim Banks on Monday, and the Volunteers coach said Thursday that hiring Knowles was a priority from the start. “Jim has a proven track record of developing elite defenses that play ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Young seeks solution to Saints defense as the Panthers try to stay atop the NFC South
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — The Saints defense, even under different coordinators, has been a repeat nemesis for Panthers quarterback Bryce Young. This Sunday, the stakes are as high as they’ve been for Carolina’s top 2023 draft choice as he tries again to avoid another dreadful showing against New Orleans. “I’m not a look-in-the-past type of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cubs add Hoby Milner to bullpen with $3.75 million, 1-year, AP source says
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Cubs added Hoby Milner to their bullpen on Thursday, agreeing to a $3.75 million, one-year contract with the left-hander, according to a person familiar with the deal. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the move was pending a physical. Milner matched his career high ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Chiefs face playoff elimination as Chargers aim for back-to-back 10-win seasons
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Much has changed since the Los Angeles Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs met for their season-opener in Brazil. The Chargers have parlayed their 27-21 victory in São Paulo back in September into a sporty 9-4 mark, including last week’s triumph over the Super Bowl champion Eagles, and they are closing ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Army tries to turn the tables on No. 22 Navy when they renew their rivalry in Baltimore
By Canadian Press on December 11th, 2025
BALTIMORE (AP) — At most schools, players try to stay hyper-focused on the task at hand. Future opponents can wait. No looking ahead. It is, needless to say, different at Army and Navy. “We say ‘Beat Navy’ for 365 days of the year,” Army linebacker Gavin Shields said. “It’s the whole motto of our team.” ... Read More »
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