National Sports
Tush push could play a prominent role in the Super Bowl if championship Sunday was any indication
By Canadian Press on January 28th, 2025
If the conference championships are any indication, some of the highest drama in the Super Bowl in New Orleans in two weeks could come on the tush push perfected by the Philadelphia Eagles and decrypted by the Kansas City Chiefs. The Eagles (17-3) are so adept at their vaunted short-yardage plays that the Commanders committed ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nobody is running away with NBA rookie of the year race yet, which is a change from most years
By Canadian Press on January 28th, 2025
At this point, there is no Victor Wembanyama in this season’s NBA rookie class. There is no Paolo Banchero. And there’s no Luka Doncic, Ja Morant, Karl-Anthony Towns, Damian Lillard, Kyrie Irving, Blake Griffin, Brandon Roy, Derrick Rose or Chris Paul, either. They were all unanimous, or just about unanimous, rookie of the year selections. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Big-time Love: Arizona’s Caleb Love hits halfcourt heave at buzzer in OT win over No. 3 Iowa State
By Canadian Press on January 28th, 2025
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Caleb Love trotted back, head down, shoulders slumped after the latest of his missed 3-pointers clanged back rim. This was not his night — until it was. Known for taking and making big shots, Love hit one of the biggest of his career — and Arizona’s season — with a tying ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Vanderbilt finds success is costly. So far, two court-stormings have net them $750,000 in fines
By Canadian Press on January 28th, 2025
When he was hired by Vanderbilt to rebuild the men’s basketball program after years of mediocrity, Mark Byington envisioned a moment like the football team experienced last October, when fans stormed the field following a win over Alabama. Byington might have to start getting used to such moments. In the span of just over a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Vanderbilt back among elite teams after earning first Top 25 ranking in more than a decade
By Canadian Press on January 28th, 2025
It had been over a decade since Vanderbilt was among the elite women’s basketball teams in the nation. Now, coach Shea Ralph has the No. 23 Commodores back among the best as the team entered The Associated Press Top 25 on Monday or the first time since 2014. “It’s a huge deal. This is where ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bayern Munich signs young goalkeeper Jonas Urbig as possible successor for Manuel Neuer
By Canadian Press on January 28th, 2025
MUNICH (AP) — Bayern Munich is building for the future by snapping up goalkeeper Jonas Urbig from Cologne. The Bavarian powerhouse announced the transfer late Monday, though it had been expected for some time. The 21-year-old Urbig is considered one of Germany’s best young goalkeepers, and his move to Bayern suggests the club believes he ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lyon coach Pierre Sage has been fired despite putting the French league club back on track
By Canadian Press on January 28th, 2025
LYON, France (AP) — Lyon coach Pierre Sage has been fired, the French league club said on Tuesday. His dismissal followed a 1-1 draw with Nantes over the weekend and left some observers baffled. Sage had rapidly become a fans’ favorite after guiding Lyon from the bottom of the standings to a sixth-place finish last ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Kings visit the Panthers, look to break road losing streak
By Canadian Press on January 28th, 2025
Los Angeles Kings (26-15-6, in the Pacific Division) vs. Florida Panthers (29-19-3, in the Atlantic Division) Sunrise, Florida; Wednesday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Los Angeles Kings hit the road against the Florida Panthers looking to end a three-game road slide. Florida has a 29-19-3 record overall and a 13-9-2 record on its home ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Flyers face the Devils in Metropolitan Division play
By Canadian Press on January 28th, 2025
Philadelphia Flyers (23-22-6, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. New Jersey Devils (28-18-6, in the Metropolitan Division) Newark, New Jersey; Wednesday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The New Jersey Devils face the Philadelphia Flyers in a matchup of Metropolitan Division squads. New Jersey is 8-6-3 against the Metropolitan Division and 28-18-6 overall. The Devils are 8-3-1 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canucks visit the Predators after Garland’s 2-goal game
By Canadian Press on January 28th, 2025
Vancouver Canucks (22-17-10, in the Pacific Division) vs. Nashville Predators (18-23-7, in the Central Division) Nashville, Tennessee; Wednesday, 9 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Vancouver Canucks visit the Nashville Predators after Conor Garland’s two-goal game against the St. Louis Blues in the Canucks’ 5-2 win. Nashville has a 12-8-3 record at home and an 18-23-7 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Ducks play the Kraken following McTavish’s 2-goal performance
By Canadian Press on January 28th, 2025
Anaheim Ducks (20-23-6, in the Pacific Division) vs. Seattle Kraken (22-26-3, in the Pacific Division) Seattle; Tuesday, 10 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Kraken -154, Ducks +129; over/under is 6 BOTTOM LINE: The Anaheim Ducks visit the Seattle Kraken after Mason McTavish scored two goals in the Ducks’ 5-2 win against the Nashville Predators. Seattle ... Read More »
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