March 8th, 2026
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Clippers rookie Yanic Konan Niederhauser out for season after right foot ligament tear

By Canadian Press on March 6th, 2026

INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Yanic Konan Niederhauser tore a ligament in his right foot, putting an early end to his rookie season with the Los Angeles Clippers. The 7-foot Swiss center was injured Wednesday night in a 130-107 win against the Indiana Pacers. Niederhauser was diagnosed with a Lisfranc injury in his right foot and ... Read More »

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Photo Gallery: The week in sports photos

By Canadian Press on March 6th, 2026

Here’s a look at some of this week’s top sports photos as selected by editors. This report by The Canadian Press was first published March 6, 2026. The Canadian Press... Read More »

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In Miami, the opening game of the World Baseball Classic was a celebration for Venezuelan fans

By Canadian Press on March 6th, 2026

MIAMI (AP) — Ronald Acuña Jr. scored easily from third base for Venezuela at the World Baseball Classic, and about a half-dozen of his teammates hopped over the dugout railing to start a celebration. It was a 1-0 game. In the first inning. Didn’t matter. “For our people, baseball is joy,” Jessalyn Suarez, an office ... Read More »

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Ronaldo’s injury more serious than first thought, says Al Nassr coach

By Canadian Press on March 6th, 2026

By Associated Press (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo’s hamstring injury is more serious than first thought, Al Nassr coach Jorge Jesus said Friday. Ronaldo, 41, limped out of Al Nassr’s 3-1 Saudi Pro League victory over Al Fayha last weekend. “In the last game, Cristiano left with a muscle injury,” Jesus told journalists. “After the tests ... Read More »

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Chargers bolster Justin Herbert’s protection with the signing of center Tyler Biadasz

By Canadian Press on March 6th, 2026

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers signed center Tyler Biadasz on Friday, bringing in protection for quarterback Justin Herbert. Biadasz spent the last two seasons with the Washington Commanders, starting all 31 regular-season games. He was a Pro Bowl selection in 2024. His seven career postseason starts include the 2024 NFC Championship ... Read More »

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Toby Fournier secures a double-double and No. 13 Duke women beat Clemson 60-46 in ACC quarterfinals

By Canadian Press on March 6th, 2026

DULUTH, Ga. (AP) — Toby Fournier had 17 points, 10 rebounds and three blocks, Delaney Thomas added 14 points, and No. 13 Duke cruised past Clemson 60-46 in the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament quarterfinals on Friday. The defense for top-seeded Duke (22-8) stunned Clemson (21-11) in the first half, forcing 11 turnovers and four shot-clock ... Read More »

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Memories of twin inspire Paralympian Patrick Halgren to spread good vibes – one sticker at a time

By Canadian Press on March 6th, 2026

Upon his arrival in Italy, Paralympic ski racer Patrick Halgren plastered a blue-and-yellow sticker in the bathroom of a popular restaurant. The first of many stickers to be stuck somewhere. By the time the Milan Cortina Paralympics are over, those decals that read “ SvendIt ” will be spotted on chairlifts, water bottles and buildings ... Read More »

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Leeds condemns booing of Ramadan break and urges Elland Road fans to show respect

By Canadian Press on March 6th, 2026

LEEDS, England (AP) — Premier League club Leeds said the booing at Elland Road last weekend when its game against Manchester City was paused to let players observing Ramadan break their fasts was “disappointing and unexpected.” In a message to fans Friday, the club said it expects a better reaction Sunday during the FA Cup ... Read More »

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Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker, QBs Kyler Murray and Kirk Cousins are among the top NFL free agents

By Canadian Press on March 6th, 2026

The Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks found their starting quarterback in free agency last year, landing Sam Darnold. The New England Patriots went from worst to first in the AFC East after signing several key veterans who helped them reach the Super Bowl. Winning free agency doesn’t always translate into success on the field. Plenty ... Read More »

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Minnesota Wild acquire Chicago captain Nick Foligno from Blackhawks

By Canadian Press on March 6th, 2026

Nick Foligno is set to play alongside a familiar face. Minnesota acquired the Chicago Blackhawks captain — and older brother of Wild winger Marcus Foligno — for future considerations ahead of the NHL’s 3 p.m. ET trade deadline Friday. The 38-year-old has three goals and eight assists in 37 games this season, and is the ... Read More »

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S Kam Curl is returning to the Los Angeles Rams with a 3-year, $36 million deal, AP source says

By Canadian Press on March 6th, 2026

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Safety Kam Curl is re-signing with the Los Angeles Rams on a three-year, $36 million deal, a person with knowledge of the negotiations told The Associated Press on Friday. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the Rams hadn’t announced their new contract with Curl, a key component of their ... Read More »

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