National Sports
Brooks Koepka feels the nerves in return to PGA Tour from LIV. He also heard plenty of support
By Canadian Press on January 29th, 2026
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Brooks Koepka felt nerves he had not experienced in years. The swagger that was such a hallmark of his five major championships was replaced by concern about the reception he would get upon his return to the PGA Tour after nearly four years on Saudi-funded LIV Golf. Koepka didn’t make a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Drake Maye says he had a normal practice, even while listed as limited with a shoulder issue
By Canadian Press on January 29th, 2026
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Drake Maye wasn’t shocked by the attention paid to the shoulder issue that landed him on the Patriots’ injury report less than two weeks before the Super Bowl. “No, I wouldn’t say I was surprised,” Maye said Thursday. “It’s the right shoulder of a starting quarterback on an NFL team. It’s ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mauricio Pochettino dismisses criticism of World Cup ticket prices by American winger Tim Weah
By Canadian Press on January 29th, 2026
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) — U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino dismissed criticism of World Cup ticket prices by American winger Tim Weah. FIFA is charging up to $8,680 list price per ticket for the tournament, which runs from June 11 to July 19 in the U.S., Mexico and Canada, and as much as $175 for parking ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Aston Villa to assess Watkins after striker leaves game with a hamstring problem
By Canadian Press on January 29th, 2026
BIRMINGHAM, England (AP) — Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins could be sidelined this weekend after leaving Thursday’s game against Salzburg holding his right hamstring. Villa is in third place in the Premier League, just four points back of leader Arsenal, and will host Brentford on Sunday. Watkins, who has scored eight goals this season, left ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Bills QB Josh Allen still coming to grips with coaching change, playoff loss and foot surgery
By Canadian Press on January 29th, 2026
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — The tears have long dried, though the pangs of regret remain for quarterback Josh Allen still coming to grips over what’s transpired in the 12 days since the Buffalo Bills were eliminated from the playoffs. Add in having surgery for a broken bone in his right foot, and a sudden ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!José Ramírez said it was important to remain in Cleveland after signing $175 million, 7-year deal
By Canadian Press on January 29th, 2026
CLEVELAND (AP) — José Ramírez has had two consistent goals throughout this major league career — playing for one team and winning a World Series. Ramírez’s $175 million, seven-year contract with the Cleveland Guardians likely accomplishes that first goal. “It’s important to me to say that this is the organization that gave me a chance,” ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Peru hires former Brazil coach Mano Menezes to guide men’s national team
By Canadian Press on January 29th, 2026
LIMA, Peru (AP) — Former Brazil coach Mano Menezes has been appointed as the new coach of Peru’s national team, the Peruvian soccer federation said Thursday. The 63-year-old Menezes replaces Oscar Ibañez, who was fired after the team failed to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. “We know that the last few years haven’t been ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!José Ramírez said it was important to remain in Cleveland after signing 7-year extension
By Canadian Press on January 29th, 2026
CLEVELAND (AP) — José Ramírez has had two consistent goals throughout this major league career — playing for one team and winning a World Series. Ramírez’s seven-year, $175 million contract extension with the Cleveland Guardians likely accomplishes that first goal. “It’s important to me to say that this is the organization that gave me a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Young players shine as USWNT opens 2026, but vets due back as World Cup qualification looms
By Canadian Press on January 29th, 2026
LOS ANGELES (AP) — In a year when much of the focus will be on the U.S. men’s team and this summer’s World Cup, the women’s team is gearing up for its turn in 2027. The United States wrapped up its January training camp with victories over Paraguay and Chile as the team prepares for ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nova Scotia’s Stevens books playoff ticket with victory over Armstrong at Scotties
By Canadian Press on January 29th, 2026
MISSISSAUGA — Taylour Stevens and her Nova Scotia teammates were the last to leave the playing area at Paramount Fine Foods Centre after a dramatic afternoon session Thursday at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts. When the vibes are that good, there’s no rush to go. Stevens, vice Maria Fitzgerald, second Alison Umlah and lead Cate ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon out at least a month with strained right hamstring
By Canadian Press on January 29th, 2026
DENVER (AP) — The Denver Nuggets will be without forward Aaron Gordon for at least a month after he reinjured his right hamstring last week at Milwaukee. The team said Thursday before hosting Brooklyn that Gordon will be evaluated again in 4 to 6 weeks. Gordon is averaging 17.7 points and 6.2 rebounds this season. ... Read More »
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