by Justin Vézina | AHL On The Beat Patience is a virtue, as the old saying goes. No one has understood this lesson better than Laval Rocket forward Brandon Gignac. On March 9, 2019, the Quebec-born center played his first career NHL game while wearing the New Jersey Devils uniform. Little did he know that…
Iga Swiatek hoisted her 19th career trophy at the BNP Paribas Open on Sunday at Indian Wells, beating Maria Sakkari in straight sets, and extending her lead at the top of the World rankings. I would say, at the beginning of the tournament, I felt, like, I didn’t have much luck with the draw. I…
Orlando Magic star Franz Wagner says that he’s beyond proud of his brother Moe’s journey to becoming a meaningful NBA rotation player (career-high 59.5% FG). (via Bally Sports Florida): Dante Marchitelli: “How happy are you and how proud are you of Moe? We know he’s got energy, we know he always brings it, but he’s…
3 Manchester United coach Benni McCarthy has emphasised his desire to leave the club in search of pastures anew and to test himself as a manager. McCarthy recently admitted that he wants to make the jump and become a manager in his own right. The former striker was appointed to Erik ten Hag’s coaching staff…
It’s been an interesting season for the Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo has detailed why it’s been the most difficult one of his career. Despite all the dramas in Milwaukee, the Bucks are still 42-24 on the season and third in the Eastern Conference. Though Giannis has struggled this season more than most within himself, he…
By Richard Pagliaro | @Tennis_Now | Thursday, March 14, 202 As Iga Swiatek was rampaging to the WTA Finals title last November, she was concerned about total collapse. World No. 1 Swiatek advanced to the Indian Wells semifinals today after former No. 1 Caroline Wozniacki retired due to a foot injury with the top seed up…
(March 10, 2024) INDIAN WELLS TENNIS GARDEN – Steve Johnson officially ended his tennis career on Sunday at the BNP Paribas Open with a loss in doubles. On Monday, Johnson as a wild card, played his last singles match, a losing effort to Emilio Nava 6-7(6), 7-6(10), 6-4. Johnson had his family on the court…
With the 2024 NHL Trade Deadline officially over, lots of moves were made that had people talking. One included centerman Evgeny Kuznetsov being shipped to the Carolina Hurricanes by the Washington Capitals in exchange for a 2025 3rd-round pick. The 31-year-old Russian forward spent 10 seasons in Washington, contributing significantly to their Stanley Cup win…
Bayern Munich smashed eight goals past relegation favourites Mainz at the Allianz Arena on Saturday afternoon. And, unsurprisingly, Harry Kane was amongst the goals. Harry Kane secured a hat-trick at the Allianz Arena on Saturday afternoon, marking his fourth thrice in the Bundesliga, a record for a debut season in Germany. Additionally, he provided two…
Katie Boulter rallied to her second career title in San Diego. Photo credit: Lexie Wanninger/San Diego Open Katie Boulter captured the biggest championship of her career—and wrapped a winning bow around a joyous couple’s weekend—in San Diego. An assertive Boulter defeated Marta Kostyuk 5-7, 6-2, 6-2 in the San Diego Open final to collect her second career title….
