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Archives for December 2024
Washington Capitals Recall Henrik Rybinski
Veteran center Lars Eller has officially been placed on injured reserve by the Washington Capitals as expected. The Capitals will use forward Henrik Rybinski in Eller’s stead with the organization announcing his recall from their AHL affiliate, the Hershey Bears. It’s his first NHL recall during his short professional career. The Florida Panthers drafted Rybinski with the 136th … [Read more...] about Washington Capitals Recall Henrik Rybinski
Germans mourn the 5 killed and 200 injured in the apparent attack on a Christmas market
Germans on Saturday mourned the victims of an apparent attack in which authorities say a doctor drove into a busy outdoor Christmas market, killing five people, injuring 200 others and shaking the public's sense of security at what would otherwise be a time of joy. … [Read more...] about Germans mourn the 5 killed and 200 injured in the apparent attack on a Christmas market
Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews misses game against Islanders because of undisclosed injury
Toronto coach Craig Berube said Matthews took a cross-check to the back late in a 6-3 victory over the Buffalo Sabres on Friday night. … [Read more...] about Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews misses game against Islanders because of undisclosed injury
Rickey Henderson, baseball’s stolen base king, has died at 65
Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson, the brash speedster who shattered stolen base records and redefined baseball's leadoff position, has died. He was 65. … [Read more...] about Rickey Henderson, baseball’s stolen base king, has died at 65