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USMNT eyes back-to-back World Cup wins for the first time in 96 years

It’s been one week since the USMNT (red, white, and) blew our minds with their historic 4–1 World Cup (WC) win over Paraguay. Just like the American Outlaws, the group stage continues marching on with Game 2 against Australia today at 3 p.m. ET. Which team will hop to the top of the Group D standings?

June 19, 2026

It’s gameday: Previewing CanMNT vs. Qatar

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CanMNT plays their second group stage game against Qatar today at 6 p.m. ET. Having already secured their first World Cup (WC) point, the Canadian men will be looking for their inaugural WC win on home soil, this time in Vancouver. What’s more, a dub would shake up the Group B standings.

June 18, 2026

PWHL offseason heats up ahead of entry draft

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From the comprehensive expansion process to preparing for tonight’s 5 p.m. ET entry draft, PWHL front offices have been booked and busy this offseason. It’s all happening.

June 17, 2026

The NY Knicks are NBA champs for the first time in 53 years

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The Big Apple is still buzzing because the NY Knicks are NBA champs. Powered by Finals MVP Jalen Brunson, the Knicks rallied for their sixth comeback win of the playoffs — a 94–90 Saturday W over the San Antonio Spurs — to clinch the Larry OB. Long live the walls they (finally) crashed through.

June 15, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes hoist first Stanley Cup since 2006

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Droughts were snapped all over the men’s sports world this weekend as the Carolina Hurricanes won their first Stanley Cup since 2006, silencing the Vegas Golden Knights with last night’s 3–0 Game 6 win. Now that’s a storm surge.

June 15, 2026

What to know before No. 17 USMNT takes on No. 41 Paraguay

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It’s been 2,921 days since the U.S., Canada, and Mexico secured their joint bid to host the 2026 FIFA men’s World Cup (WC) and now, we’re mere hours away from the No. 17 USMNT kicking off against No. 41 Paraguay tonight at 9 p.m. ET. Here’s everything you need to know before the Stars and Stripes begin their campaign to make it out of Group D.

June 12, 2026

NBA’s NY Knicks and NHL’s Carolina Hurricanes one win away from championship titles

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The NBA’s NY Knicks (up 3-1) and the NHL’s Carolina Hurricanes (up 3-2) are on the cusp of sports immortality — both teams are one win away from hoisting their respective trophies. With a pair of potential title-clinching tilts on deck this weekend, the men’s playoffs are reaching their crescendo.

June 12, 2026

It’s gameday: No. 30 CanMNT vs. No. 64 Bosnia and Herzegovina

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It’s gameday: No. 30 CanMNT vs. No. 64 Bosnia and Herzegovina

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June 12, 2026

The first-ever FIFA men’s World Cup (WC) game hosted in Canada kicks off today at 3 p.m. ET at Toronto Stadium, with the home team No. 30 CanMNT taking on No. 64 Bosnia and Herzegovina in their 2026 WC opener. Here’s everything you need to know before Les Rouges compete for their first WC win.

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Ep #565

Previewing CanMNT & USMNT’s second group stage games

June 18, 2026

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Previewing CanMNT & USMNT’s second group stage games

Today, the Canadian men’s national team takes the field in their second World Cup game, playing Qatar at 6 p.m. ET. To celebrate, we’re previewing the match, shouting out the players you need to know, plus sharing why Canada shouldn’t doubt inexperienced Qatar. Then, their World Cup co-hosts, the undefeated Americans, take the pitch for their second game, tomorrow at 3 p.m. ET against Australia. Of course, we’re previewing that group stage tilt, too. You’re welcome.