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‘Come on over to Montreal’: Alexander set for playoff start in East semi vs. Bombers
By Canadian Press on October 31st, 2025
MONTREAL — Athletes often regurgitate the same line about blocking out outside noise come playoff time. Davis Alexander doesn’t shy away from it. So when Winnipeg Blue Bombers defensive lineman Willie Jefferson said this week that he planned to walk into Montreal, hand Alexander his first loss and “kick their door in” in Saturday’s CFL ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Gonzaga coach Mark Few seeks to return the No. 21 Bulldogs to national title contention
By Canadian Press on October 31st, 2025
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — Coach Mark Few wants to return No. 21 Gonzaga to the list of national title contenders, and he’s assembled a loaded team to get there. Gonzaga went 26-9 last season, and finished 14-4 in the West Coast Conference, losing the regular-season title to archrival Saint Mary’s. The Zags lost to top-seeded ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Anthony Davis’ status uncertain for Mavericks’ game against Pistons in Mexico City
By Canadian Press on October 31st, 2025
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Anthony Davis’ availability is uncertain for the Dallas Mavericks’ game against the Detroit Pistons in Mexico City on Saturday due to a leg injury. Davis traveled with the Mavericks and attended practice. Dallas coach Jason Kidd said Friday that Davis’ status is not known. The 32-year-old Davis sustained the lower leg ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Vancouver interested in joining 2031 Men’s Rugby World Cup in U.S. as host city
By Canadian Press on October 31st, 2025
Vancouver is among the cities that have submitted letters of Intent to continue in the host city selection process for the 2031 Men’s Rugby World Cup in the United States. Vancouver was the lone Canadian name among the 27 “cities and areas” released by World Rugby at the United by Rugby Summit in Chicago, on ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sinner ousts Shelton and joins Auger-Aliassime, Bublik in Paris semifinals
By Canadian Press on October 31st, 2025
PARIS (AP) — Jannik Sinner dismissed Ben Shelton 6-3, 6-3 to reach the Paris Masters semifinals for the first time on Friday and move closer to regaining the world No. 1 ranking. Sinner’s seventh straight win over the American also extended his indoor winning streak to 24 dating to November 2023. If Sinner takes the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!George Springer back in Blue Jays’ lineup for World Series Game 6 against Dodgers
By Canadian Press on October 31st, 2025
TORONTO (AP) — George Springer was back in the Toronto Blue Jays’ lineup for World Series Game 6 against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday night after missing two games with an injury to his right side. Springer was set to lead off as designated hitter for the Blue Jays, who led the Series 3-2 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!George Springer back in Blue Jays lineup for Game 6 of World Series
By Canadian Press on October 31st, 2025
TORONTO — George Springer is back in the Toronto Blue Jays’ lineup for Game 6 of the World Series. Springer will lead off as Toronto hosts the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Blue Jays hold a 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven series for Major League Baseball’s championship. The 36-year old Springer, who has mainly been a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Larson aims to end 23-race losing streak in NASCAR finale, faces Briscoe, Byron and Hamlin for title
By Canadian Press on October 31st, 2025
AVONDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Kyle Larson is stuck in a 23-race NASCAR losing streak and really hasn’t done much better in his sprint car, either. His momentum hit a wall after his failed second attempt to run the Indianapolis 500 and Coca-Cola 600 on the same day. Larson crashed and failed to finish both races ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!NASCAR’s confident stance on Hamlin’s penalties: Why fans shouldn’t worry
By Canadian Press on October 31st, 2025
AVONDALE, Ariz. (AP) — NASCAR bristled at the notion race fans might be skeptical if Denny Hamlin is penalized at any point in the title-deciding finale at Phoenix Raceway. Hamlin is in the final four of Sunday’s winner-take-all race as a driver for Joe Gibbs Racing. As co-owner of 23XI Racing, he’s entangled in a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Van Ginkel and Vikings eagerly anticipate valuable edge rusher’s return from a neck injury
By Canadian Press on October 31st, 2025
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Andrew Van Ginkel was coming off the best season of his career, picked for the Pro Bowl for the first time after a promising debut with the Minnesota Vikings that featured 11 1/2 sacks and two interception returns for touchdowns from his edge rusher position for a 14-win team. Then came ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Staring Saturday, NBA referees to get new tech upgrade: Here’s what it means
By Canadian Press on October 31st, 2025
NEW YORK (AP) — Starting Saturday, NBA referees will begin using headsets during regular-season games for the first time. The league made that announcement Friday, rolling out a two-phase plan to implement the devices. The first phase, which is expected to continue into January, will see referees having the earpiece clipped onto their uniforms — ... Read More »
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