National Sports
LA Kings captain Anze Kopitar says he will retire after his upcoming 20th season
By Canadian Press on September 18th, 2025
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Kings captain Anze Kopitar says he will retire from his 20-year NHL career after the upcoming season. The 38-year-old Kopitar made the announcement Thursday at a news conference with his family following the first practice of training camp. “My mind is made up,” Kopitar said. “It was a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!CP NewsAlert: Alberta to use notwithstanding clause on three transgender laws
By Canadian Press on September 18th, 2025
EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith plans to invoke the Charter’s notwithstanding clause this fall on three laws affecting transgender people. An internal government memo sent last week from the justice department, obtained by The Canadian Press, details the plan. It says Smith’s office has directed the notwithstanding clause be added to the legislation in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Angels’ José Soriano goes on IL with bruised right forearm after getting hit by a line drive
By Canadian Press on September 18th, 2025
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Los Angeles Angels pitcher José Soriano went on the 15-day injured list with a bruised right forearm Thursday, a day after he was hit by a line drive. Soriano said through an interpreter that he feels “a little bit better than yesterday” but added that “I’m still fighting.” The right-hander left Los ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!49ers face a daunting task: Containing Kyler Murray in home opener
By Canadian Press on September 18th, 2025
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — When Kyler Murray is at his best, he can be a nightmare for the opposition with his ability to break off long runs, avoid sacks and extend plays doing damage to even the best NFL defenses. The San Francisco 49ers saw that first-hand last season when Murray’s dual-threat ability helped ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Teenage goalkeeper Kalmurza becomes youngest to save a penalty in Champions League debut
By Canadian Press on September 18th, 2025
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Teenage goalkeeper Sherkhan Kalmurza saved a penalty on his debut in the Champions League for Kazakhstan team Kairat on Thursday, becoming the youngest player to do so. Kalmurza made some other fine stops but could not prevent a 4-1 loss to Sporting Lisbon in what was a debut for the Kazakh ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Blashill puts the Chicago Blackhawks through challenging practice on 1st day of training camp
By Canadian Press on September 18th, 2025
CHICAGO (AP) — There was no easing in for the Chicago Blackhawks at the start of training camp. Not with Jeff Blashill in charge. Connor Bedard and Co. had a rigorous first day of practice, and Blashill was everywhere — barking out various instructions and pointers. It took a toll, too. “My feet are killing ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Training camp ‘fun’ for new Vancouver Canucks head coach Adam Foote
By Canadian Press on September 18th, 2025
PENTICTON — Adam Foote may have a different title this year, but the newly minted Vancouver Canucks head coach hasn’t changed much. “Adam’s Adam, you know?” winger Jake DeBrusk said as the Canucks hit the ice Thursday in Penticton, B.C., for the first day of training camp. “I think he’s pretty true to himself, and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!With Trials coming up and Brier in hometown, Gushue “has the drive” for final season
By Canadian Press on September 18th, 2025
Of all the victories, moments, titles and podium appearances that Brad Gushue has experienced over his legendary curling career, his team’s ability to be a consistent contender for two-plus decades is something that stands out for the Canadian skip. “Just the longevity,” Gushue said Thursday on a video call with reporters. “The fact that we’ve ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Haaland sets new Champions League scoring benchmark but still far behind Ronaldo
By Canadian Press on September 18th, 2025
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Another goal, another record for Erling Haaland. The Manchester City striker became the fastest player to score 50 goals in the Champions League in a 2-0 win over Napoli on Thursday — reaching the landmark in his 49th game in European club soccer’s top competition. Haaland surpassed the previous record by ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lions know things have to significantly change in return to Baltimore
By Canadian Press on September 18th, 2025
DETROIT (AP) — In the past two seasons, the Detroit Lions won 27 games, clinched two NFC North titles and made a trip to the NFC championship game. That’s a level of success the franchise hasn’t reached since the 1950s, but there’s one game they haven’t been able to forget. On Monday night, the Lions ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Quinnen Williams says Jets’ defense vows to never repeat embarrassing performance against Bills
By Canadian Press on September 18th, 2025
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — Quinnen Williams and the rest of the New York Jets’ defense were embarrassed as they reviewed their performance last Sunday against the Buffalo Bills. Too many mental mistakes. Too many missed tackles. Too many yards and points allowed. “We all made a pact as a defense, player to player,” Williams ... Read More »
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