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Edmonton Elks release quarterback Cornelius, linebacker Konar

Edmonton Elks release quarterback Cornelius, linebacker Konar

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Elks released American quarterback Taylor Cornelius and Canadian linebacker Adam Konar on Tuesday. The release of Cornelius wasn't surprising as Edmonton signed veteran quarterback McLeod Bethel-Thompson last weekend.
Whitecaps express confidence in new season transfers despite high-profile absences

Whitecaps express confidence in new season transfers despite high-profile absences

VANCOUVER — The Vancouver Whitecaps are maintaining an air of confidence when it comes to bringing in reinforcements ahead of the upcoming 2024 Major League Soccer season, despite two high-profile absences.
Redblacks GM Burke in contact with veteran quarterback Masoli as bonus deadline looms

Redblacks GM Burke in contact with veteran quarterback Masoli as bonus deadline looms

Shawn Burke has a big decision to make. The Ottawa GM confirmed Tuesday veteran quarterback Jeremiah Masoli is due a signing bonus (reportedly $100,000) Monday.
Tennessee Titans fire coach Mike Vrabel after back-to-back losing seasons

Tennessee Titans fire coach Mike Vrabel after back-to-back losing seasons

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Tennessee Titans have fired coach Mike Vrabel after six seasons with the franchise having won only six of the past 24 games, including blowing a third straight AFC South title in the 2022 season finale.
Canadians vie for 2 spots to play golf in the Olympics. They also have a Presidents Cup in Montreal

Canadians vie for 2 spots to play golf in the Olympics. They also have a Presidents Cup in Montreal

KAPALUA, Hawaii (AP) — Even though it technically isn’t a team, no squad is more difficult to make than Americans wanting to play in the Olympics. The maximum number is four players provided they are within the top 15 in the world ranking.
Shohei Ohtani's Dodgers deal prompts California controller to ask Congress to cap deferred payments

Shohei Ohtani's Dodgers deal prompts California controller to ask Congress to cap deferred payments

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California Controller Malia M. Cohen wants Congress to change the tax code to cap deferred payments, a change that could ensure the state is owed more money from Shohei Ohtani.
Thierry Henry says he had depression during career and cried "almost every day" early in pandemic

Thierry Henry says he had depression during career and cried "almost every day" early in pandemic

PARIS (AP) — Thierry Henry, who won the 1998 World Cup and the 2000 European Championship with France and is Arsenal's all-time highest scorer, has opened up about the fact he “must have been in depression” during his soccer career.
Minor soccer referees in Quebec to wear body cameras to prevent abuse

Minor soccer referees in Quebec to wear body cameras to prevent abuse

MONTREAL — In an effort to prevent abuse by parents and some coaches, a minor soccer association in Quebec’s Eastern Townships plans to equip referees with body cameras next season.
Zhao advances, Fung bounced at Australian Open

Zhao advances, Fung bounced at Australian Open

MELBOURNE, Australia — Stacey Fung of Vancouver was bounced from the Australian Open qualifying round on Monday, dropping a 6-1, 6-4 women's singles match to Julia Riera of Argentina.
Harbaugh delivers national title as Michigan whips Washington 34-13

Harbaugh delivers national title as Michigan whips Washington 34-13

HOUSTON (AP) — Jim Harbaugh raised the championship trophy as gold and white confetti sprayed over his team and “We Are the Champions” blared.