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Some in the hockey world began to believe it only after seeing Steven Stamkos in a different NHL jersey. At one point in his career, it seemed like he was never going to leave the Tampa Bay Lightning. However, he has been with Tampa since 2008 and is now officially a member of the Nashville Predators. He signed a four-year contract with the franchise worth $32 million. Stamkos is a household name throughout the NHL, but for Predators fans who don't know much about him, a little background is in order.Meet Stamkos in SarniaPrior to being selected first overall by…
The mental and physical abuse she endured during her 11-year marriage led Rani Miranti to join a fight club that trains in martial arts. Miranti is one of a growing number of Indonesian women taking self-defence classes in Indonesia, the world's most populous Muslim-majority country, where gender-based violence is a major challenge. “State protection usually comes after violence has occurred, and you never know when it's going to come,” said the 38-year-old single mother of three. “Unfortunately, if you're suddenly attacked, no one can help you, so you have to be able to defend yourself,” she noted. The National Commission…
Jake Paul will face Mike Tyson in November in what will likely be his fateful showdown, but he'll also have to beat the unconventional Mike Perry on July 20. The fight in Tampa will be broadcast on DAZN.Paul owes his rise to fame to Disney and YouTube, where he has used his platform to become a disruptive presence not only in the entertainment world but also in the world of boxing. He has a 9-1 record in the ring, primarily competing against mixed martial artists.While Tyson changed his plans after his ulcer recurred, Paul, who is now attracting attention from…
The St. Louis Blues haven't made any big moves this summer. The most impactful move general manager Doug Armstrong has made so far has been signing Pavel Buchnevich to a new six-year contract extension. However, he has made some moves that hint at his plans for the team in the 2024-25 season. Radek Faksa and Ryan Suter are two former Dallas Stars players who could be traded at the trade deadline. It may feel too early to talk about the deadline, but for a team that appears to be rebuilding, adding these two players could be smart moves to build…
As Marta approaches her final major tournament with the Brazilian national team, she can't help but feel a little nostalgic.But at 38, the time has finally come for the six-time World Player of the Year to retire.”I did what I had to do for the national team and when I look around me I see really good players, young players, who can continue to work hard and represent Brazil well, so I leave with peace of mind,” Marta said.Marta will play in her sixth Olympic Games with France before handing over the captaincy to the next generation.”Football has been a…
PHOENIX (AP) — Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese will be back in the spotlight during All-Star Weekend when they face the U.S. Olympic team.They are First team up Reese was named to the WNBA All-Star team following their college rivalry. Reese's LSU Tigers beat Clark's Iowa team to play in the national championship game in 2023. Last year, the Hokies beat the Tigers in the Elite Eight.There have been many topics discussed so far, Pairs entering the WNBAThe two proved they could hold their own against the best in the league, helping to show that this wasn't just a flash…
Can you believe it's been a month since we last tucked ourselves into the cozy confines of the UFC APEX? We can, and we're grateful, but the gap is still notable considering how often visits to Las Vegas have been without fans. Yes, the main event at UFC Las Vegas 94 on Saturday will be a strawweight challenger showdown between Amanda Lemos and Virna Jandiroba. Not only is this a high-level bout in one of the highest weight classes in MMA, but it also has a strong chance at a title shot, as champion Zhang Weili has defeated most of…
51 years ago today, on July 20th, Bruce Lee died tragically in an on-set accident while filming a movie. The legendary martial artist was just 32 years old at the time. There's no way to know how much success he would achieve in his short life, but he left behind a long list of unforgettable films that are a joy to watch. In fact, in honor of Bruce Lee, you can watch four of them online for free right now.Lee's Big Boss, Fist of Fury, Way of the Dragon and Death Game are available on free, ad-supported streaming services. All…
As the dust settles on 2024 NBA free agency, we're left with some rosters that look unfinished and in disarray. There are too few people in some positions, too many in others, and the demolition is only half done — in each case, you're left asking yourself, “Wait a minute, is the work really done here?” It's not easy coming off July with a team fully prepared and ready to go, and there's always a testing phase early in the season, a period of exploration where coaches have the chance to see what their theoretical lineup looks like in practice.…
While the Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry bout is on Saturday, the former YouTuber has another big bout coming up: the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson exhibition bout has been rescheduled for Friday, November 15, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.Netflix has exclusive streaming rights to Paul vs. Tyson, which is sure to draw a huge global audience. The bout between Paul and the former heavyweight champion was forced to be rescheduled from its planned July date after Tyson suffered a health emergency in May.A recurrence of a stomach ulcer has forced Tyson to scale back his training to allow…