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Iowa State wins with a fast start and strong defense down the stretch
Iowa State beat Cincinnati 41-13 in Ames after recovering from an early touchdown to score 31 unanswered points. Aiden Flora led the Cyclones with three rushing touchdowns and 216 yards, while quarterback Jaylen Raynor…
Aiden Flora's 3 TDs run Iowa State past Cincinnati 41-13
Aiden Flora rushed for three first-half touchdowns and 216 yards as Iowa State defeated Cincinnati 41-13 in Ames on Saturday. The Cyclones scored on their first five possessions and built a 31-13 halftime lead, while…
Blue Jays Catcher Emerging as Potential Trade Candidate
Toronto Blue Jays catcher Brandon Valenzuela is drawing interest from other teams as the offseason begins, The Athletic’s Mitch Bannon reported. Valenzuela, 26, made his MLB debut this season and is regarded as a strong…
UNI's Colin Lillie breaks 43-year program record in Ames
Northern Iowa senior Colin Lillie broke a 43-year-old program record in the men’s 10K at the NCAA Midwest Regional in Ames, finishing in 30:26. He surpassed Dan Fick’s mark by one second and placed 75th overall. The UNI…
Jim Hiller Comments on Sergei Bobrovsky's Play for Maple Leafs
Toronto Maple Leafs coach Jim Hiller said he remains confident in Sergei Bobrovsky despite the goalie’s difficult start to the season. Bobrovsky has a 3-8-2 record, a 3.47 goals-against average and an .881 save…
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Ketel Marte's Wife is Related to Vladimir Guerrero Jr.; Blue Jays Trade Rumors
The Toronto Blue Jays are rumored to be pursuing Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte, with one report claiming the teams are nearing a deal that could include a contract extension. The claim has drawn…
Toronto Blue Jays Release 25-Year-Old Shortstop Amid Offseason
The Toronto Blue Jays released 25-year-old shortstop Max Viera as part of a roster move involving 11 players, according to the team’s transactions log. Viera, who played college baseball at Northeastern and Seton Hall…
What’s Gavin McKenna’s Biggest Challenge in His First NHL Season?
Toronto Maple Leafs rookie Gavin McKenna is adjusting to the demands of his first NHL season, including limited ice time. He said watching play closely helps him stay engaged between shifts and that he is trying to make…
Scottie Barnes (adductor) questionable Sunday vs. NYK
Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes is questionable for Sunday’s game against the New York Knicks as he continues to recover from a left groin strain. Barnes has missed the last four games and took part in only part…
How to watch Oilers vs. Maple Leafs: Time, TV, streaming
The Edmonton Oilers are scheduled to face the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena on Saturday at 7 p.m. ET. The game will air on NHL Network. Edmonton enters with a 14-3-3 record and sits second in the Western…
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Iowa State vs. Cincinnati football score updates and highlights
Iowa State hosted Cincinnati at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames on Saturday, Nov. 14, in a Big 12 football game. The teams were tied 7-7 during the live updates, after Cincinnati scored first and Cyclones running back Aiden…
Toronto Maple Leafs Reveal Anthony Stolarz News Before Oilers Game
The Toronto Maple Leafs will start Anthony Stolarz in goal against the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday. The decision follows Stolarz’s most recent start, when he allowed four goals on 25 shots against Minnesota on Nov. 12…
Maple Leafs' Anthony Stolarz: Facing Oilers
Anthony Stolarz will start in goal for the Toronto Maple Leafs against the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday, according to SDPN Sports’ Jesse Blake. It will be Stolarz’s second consecutive start for the first time this…
John Tavares, Jake McCabe expecting ‘tremendous challenge’ against Connor McDavid, Oilers ahead of final game of homestand
The Toronto Maple Leafs host the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday night to close a six-game homestand, with Toronto at risk of losing all six games. John Tavares and Jake McCabe described slowing Connor McDavid and the…
Toronto Blue Jays Abruptly Part Ways with 26-Year-Old Player
The Toronto Blue Jays have released 26-year-old infielder Peyton Williams as part of a series of roster moves. The team has let go of 11 players over two days, beginning November 12, according to the report. Williams…
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Man Trades His Mustang for a Corvette, Then Gives the Dealer a Scare
A Toronto buyer brought his 2014 Mustang V6 to Toronto Auto Brokers to trade for a 2001 Corvette C5 Z06. He hoped to receive C$18,000 to C$19,000 for the Mustang, but the dealer initially offered about C$12,000 to…
Jonatan Clase provided a brief spark to Blue Jays’ lineup before injury cut 2026 campaign short
Outfielder Jonatan Clase gave the Toronto Blue Jays a brief offensive lift in 2026 before an injury ended his season. After struggling early and spending time on the injured list, he hit .273 with a .340 on-base…
How Does Gavin McKenna's Rookie Campaign With Maple Leafs Compare With Auston Matthews' First NHL Season?
A comparison of Gavin McKenna’s early rookie campaign with the Toronto Maple Leafs and Auston Matthews’ first NHL season looks at their performances during the opening stretch of the year. Matthews began his career in…
Leafs 1st-quarter grades: Auston Matthews, Jack Roslovic get top marks through turbulent 21 games
The Toronto Maple Leafs have an 8-11-3 record after 21 games, a weaker start than last season, as the NHL campaign reaches its first-quarter mark. Auston Matthews earns the team’s top grade, while Jack Roslovic is…
From Teruaki Sato to Seiya Suzuki, Blue Jays involved in latest crop of Japanese stars
The Toronto Blue Jays are exploring several Japanese baseball stars as they prepare for the offseason market. The club has interest in 2025 Central League MVP Teruaki Sato, has researched pitcher Kaima Taira and is keen…
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The Maple Leafs are spiralling. Can they save their season?
The Toronto Maple Leafs have lost five straight games, all at home, and seven of their past eight, putting their playoff hopes in jeopardy. The team skipped practice after its latest defeat and visited the Rogers Centre…
Toronto Blue Jays Release 7 Players from Organization
The Toronto Blue Jays released seven players from their organization on Friday, Nov. 13, according to MiLB.com’s transactions tracker. The moves involved players across several levels, including right-handed pitcher…
Toronto Blue Jays Suddenly Release 7 Players from Organization
The Toronto Blue Jays released seven players from their organization on Friday, Nov. 13, according to MiLB.com’s transactions tracker. The moves involved players across several minor-league levels, including Dunedin…
Toronto plays New York, looks to end home skid
The Toronto Raptors host the New York Knicks on Saturday as they try to end a three-game home losing streak. Toronto enters at 5-7, while New York is 6-6 and has won six of its past 10 games. Scottie Barnes leads the…
Leafs staring down dubious franchise history as Oilers roll into town
Toronto has lost all five games on its current homestand, tying a franchise record for the fewest points earned during a stretch of at least five home games. The Maple Leafs have been outscored 22-9 and face the…
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Blue Jays Receive Intriguing Trade Idea for Angels' Zach Neto
Former Blue Jays outfielder Kevin Pillar suggested Toronto trade catcher Brandon Valenzuela to the Los Angeles Angels for shortstop Zach Neto. Pillar floated the idea on the Nov. 13 episode of “Blue Bird Territory,”…
Illinois State cross country ends season on high note in Iowa
Illinois State’s cross-country teams finished their seasons at the NCAA Division I Midwest Regional in Ames, Iowa. The men placed 12th among 28 teams, with Julian Baker leading the Redbirds in 30th place and the team…
Maple Leafs' Vinni Lettieri: Two goals for Marlies
Vinni Lettieri scored twice as the Toronto Marlies beat Syracuse 3-2 in overtime on Friday. The forward has five goals and six assists in six AHL games this season. He recently appeared in nine NHL games with the Maple…
Dawn Greenhalgh Dead: Voice of Queen Celeste in ‘Babar’ Was 93
Canadian actress Dawn Greenhalgh, best known for voicing Queen Celeste in the animated “Babar” series, died Nov. 6 at her home in Toronto. She was 93. Greenhalgh was a founding cast member of Ontario’s Stratford…