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Feb 11 2026SPORTS

Super Bowl 60: A Big TV Hit but Slightly Short of the Record

The biggest football game of the year, Super Bowl LX, attracted a huge crowd on TV and online. NBC and its streaming partner Peacock showed the game, which ended with Seattle beating New England 29‑13. The average viewership was about 125 million people, just a little less than last year’s record of

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Feb 11 2026SPORTS

Cubs Give a Comeback Pitcher a Second Chance

Kyle Wright, who once threw for 21 wins in a season with the Braves, has signed a minor‑league contract with the Cubs and earned an invitation to spring training. The 30‑year‑old right‑hander is aiming for his first major league start in three years. Wright was the fifth overall pick in the draft

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Feb 11 2026SPORTS

U. S. Women Crush Canada in Olympic Preliminaries

The U. S. women's hockey squad dominated Canada with a 5‑0 win in the first round of the Winter Games. Coach John Wroblewski told his players that a victory is only part of the climb, hinting at the long road ahead to gold. The match was a showcase for the Americans’ power, who have already wo

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Feb 11 2026SPORTS

A New Playbook: Welker Joins Commanders’ Coaching Crew

The Washington team has shuffled its coaching lineup after a disappointing season, and the latest move hints at a bigger strategy. Head coach Dan Quinn has already swapped both coordinators, naming Daronte Jones for defense and David Blough to run the offense. Alongside these changes, Quinn co

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Feb 11 2026SPORTS

Short‑Lead Lesson: A Game‑Changing Decision

Isiah Kiner‑Falefa was on the field in Game 7 of the World Series, ready to run from third base. He had a short lead—just 7. 8 feet—because his coach told him to keep the runner close, a rule that had been used all season. The ball hit by Daulton Varsho fell near the ground, and Kiner‑Falefa had to

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Feb 11 2026SPORTS

New Stadium Dreams for Portage and the Chicago Bears

Portage, a city in Indiana, is hoping to land a big deal by offering 300 acres of its own land for a Chicago Bears football stadium. The plan, dubbed “Halas Harbor, ” plays on the Bears’ famous headquarters in Lake Forest and aims to bring the team closer to its fan base in Northwest Indiana. The si

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Feb 11 2026SPORTS

Tom Aspinall’s Double Eye Operation: What Happened and Why It Matters

Tom Aspinall, the UFC heavyweight champion, recently underwent a significant medical procedure that many fans did not expect. He had to have surgery on both eyes, an uncommon move for a fighter who relies on vision to gauge distance and timing. The operation was scheduled after doctors noticed probl

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Feb 10 2026SPORTS

The Hidden Lights That Keep Curling Fair

Curling fans are buzzing again as the Winter Games bring a new twist to the sport. The American duo, Cory Thiesse and Korey Dropkin, are set to clash with Sweden for the mixed‑doubles gold. A victory would mark the first time the U. S. takes home a medal in this category, which only began in 2018.

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Feb 10 2026SPORTS

Lilly Gerwert Leads Bellwood‑Antis Past Tyrone Despite Illness

Bellwood‑Antis girls’ senior Lilly Gerwert faced a tough time with illness as the season closed. She said she still felt unwell but was motivated by her coach’s pep talk. Gerwert pushed through the pain to spark a strong third quarter and finished with 21 points, 12 in the final period. The

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Feb 10 2026SPORTS

Delaware High School Sports: New Teams Join the Ranks

The latest week of Delaware high school sports rankings brings fresh faces into the spotlight. In boys basketball, Dover tops the list with a 15‑1 record, followed by Tatnall and Cape Henlopen. St. Georges moves into the top five after a strong finish, while Salesianum and Middletown secure spots in

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