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Joe Gibbs Racing sues ex-director Chris Gabehart, alleging a ‘brazen’ trade secrets theft
By Canadian Press on February 19th, 2026
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Joe Gibbs Racing on Thursday filed suit against former competition director Chris Gabehart for allegedly embarking on “a brazen scheme to steal JGR’s most sensitive information” for the benefit of a rival NASCAR team Spire Motorsports. The suit filed in the Western District of North Carolina — the same court that ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!All-Star shortstop Francisco Lindor respects that Mets owner never wants a captain
By Canadian Press on February 19th, 2026
PORT ST. LUCIE, FLa. (AP) — Francisco Lindor, the longest-tenured New York Mets player, says he appreciates Steve Cohen’s declaration this that there will never be a team captain under his ownership. “I respect it. This is definitely a Steve, front-office type decision. At the end of the day, being named captain or not, I’m ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Luka Doncic expects to return, Reaves off minutes restriction when Lakers come back from break
By Canadian Press on February 19th, 2026
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Lakers expect to be fully healthy for the first time in recent memory when they return from the All-Star break. NBA scoring leader Luka Doncic said Thursday that he will “probably” return to the court after missing the Lakers’ final four games before the break with a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!President of Argentine soccer associations barred from leaving country after court ruling
By Canadian Press on February 19th, 2026
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — A judge in Argentina has barred the president of the Argentine Football Association (AFA) and four other officials from leaving the country and summoned them to testify regarding the alleged misuse of social security contributions. It is the first relevant legal action against Claudio Tapia, the AFA´s top official, who ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mara Braun has made a spirited comeback this season for the surging Minnesota Gophers
By Canadian Press on February 19th, 2026
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — With Minnesota’s lead on Ohio State cut precariously to six points, Gophers point guard Amaya Battle found herself trapped by the Buckeyes underneath the basket with the shot clock dwindling when she deftly called timeout to avoid a turnover. The inbound play design was just as wise: a pass to the corner ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!NFL Network draft guru Daniel Jeremiah bullish on Canadian defensive lineman Mesidor
By Canadian Press on February 19th, 2026
Daniel Jeremiah is very bullish on Canadian Akheem Mesidor. Jeremiah, NFL Network’s draft guru, has the Miami Hurricanes defensive lineman ranked No. 18 in his first top-50 prospects list for the 2026 NFL draft, slated for April 23-25. And through his first two mock drafts, Jeremiah has the six-foot-three, 280-pound Mesidor going 17th overall to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Man United eases past Atletico to reach Women’s Champions League quarterfinals for first time
By Canadian Press on February 19th, 2026
TURIN, Italy (AP) — Manchester United reached the quarterfinals of of Women’s Champions League for the first time on Thursday while two-time champion Wolfsburg beat Juventus away to advance. Manchester produced another dominant display to beat Atletico Madrid 2-0 and advance 5-0 on aggregate. Wolfsburg also won 2-0 and advanced to its 13th quarterfinal in ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alysa Liu wins first women’s figure skating gold medal for the US in 24 years at Milan Cortina Games
By Canadian Press on February 19th, 2026
MILAN (AP) — Alysa Liu wins first women’s figure skating gold medal for the US in 24 years at Milan Cortina Games. The Associated Press... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Healthy again, Cade Horton looking for a big second season with the Chicago Cubs
By Canadian Press on February 19th, 2026
MESA, Ariz. (AP) — Cade Horton was a breakout performer for the Chicago Cubs last year. In the aftermath of his successful rookie season, Horton went to work. More on his mental approach than anything else. “I think it was more just focusing on my process,” Horton said. “I think you could look at my ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canada loses gold in overtime to rival U.S. team; Jacobs to curl for gold
By Canadian Press on February 19th, 2026
MILAN — Canada’s women’s hockey team was denied a repeat gold medal after a crushing 2-1 overtime defeat to the United States on Day 13 of the Milan Cortina Games. The deciding goal came about four minutes into overtime after American forward Megan Keller scored a shot past Canadian goalie Ann-Renée Desbiens. Canadian Kristin O’Neill ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Longtime Dodgers executive Lon Rosen becomes Lakers’ president of business operations
By Canadian Press on February 19th, 2026
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — Longtime Los Angeles Dodgers executive Lon Rosen is moving into the Los Angeles Lakers ‘ front office in the latest significant change for the 17-time NBA champion organization following its sale last year. Rosen will be the Lakers’ president of business operations, the team announced Thursday. He replaces Tim Harris, ... Read More »
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