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1 week, 1 day ago

You don’t have to drink to feel festive. Here are 4 tips for cheery and sober holiday celebrations

LA Times

I covered my empty wine glass as the Italian waitress made her rounds, a bottle of Chianti in hand. That said, one thing I couldn’t ever figure out was how to celebrate an occasion — whether a holiday party, family get-together or wedding without alcohol. On the sparkling nonalcoholic front, Gonzalez recommends Prima Pavé Blanc de Blanc, a nonalcoholic wine …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Chargers’ offense, defense meet halfway in convincing win over Browns

LA Times

Chargers cornerback Tarheeb Still is surrounded by teammates after intercepting a pass against the Cleveland Browns. The list of key contributors sent coach Jim Harbaugh on a winding news conference that reminisced about his childhood growing up in Ohio, celebrated cornerback Tarheeb Still’s “one and a half” interceptions and praised receiver Quentin Johnston’s career-best 118 yards receiving. After a two-game …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Each NHL team’s biggest concern a month into the 2024-25 regular season

New York Times

We’re just over a month into the NHL regular season, and for some teams, the high hopes and optimism of the preseason have faded away for one reason or another. — Cory Lavalette Goal scoring: There’s no doubt the Blackhawks are a better team than a season ago, but the offense remains an area of concern. — Scott Powers Goaltending: …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Why a Chargers trade deadline deal could be realistic — and a target: Mailbag

New York Times

The Los Angeles Chargers will resume their season Sunday when they face the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High. It also provided the Chargers’ coaches — from Jim Harbaugh to offensive coordinator Greg Roman to defensive coordinator Jesse Minter — time to assess their team at the quarter mark of this inaugural season. GO DEEPER How Jesse Minter …

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Quentin Johnston’s quick start this season for the Chargers doesn’t surprise his coaches

Associated Press

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — Chargers wide receiver Quentin Johnston might be surprising fantasy football players with his start to the season. “I said when I first got here that he’s got immense talent, and it’s great to see him starting to tap into it and realize it,” offensive coordinator Greg Roman said this week. “It’s a better start than last …

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3 months ago

‘Improving’ Justin Herbert misses Chargers’ first practice ahead of Steelers game

LA Times

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert was not seen at practice during the media viewing time Wednesday. Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert missed practice Wednesday after suffering an ankle injury during Sunday’s win over the Carolina Panthers. Herbert “got rolled up on” during the 26-3 victory, but he was able to finish the game, throwing for 130 yards on 14-of-20 passing with two …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Jim Harbaugh’s Chargers start rewriting record book in rout of Panthers

LA Times

Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh meets Justin Herbert as he runs off the field against the Carolina Panthers, who lost for the first time at home to the Chargers. By running for 131 yards, J.K. Dobbins became the first Chargers’ back — and the first AFC player in a decade — to open a season with back-to-back 100-yard rushing performances. The …

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Fields steps in for Wilson, Boswell boots 6 field goals to lead Steelers past Falcons 18-10

Associated Press

ATLANTA — With all eyes on the quarterbacks, Chris Boswell’s strong right leg stole the spotlight in the season opener. Boswell booted six field goals, three of them longer than 50 yards, to account for all of Pittsburgh’s scoring as Justin Fields and the Steelers grinded out an 18-10 victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. Fields stepped in after …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Quentin Johnston making strides early in Chargers’ training camp after disappointing rookie season

Associated Press

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — Quentin Johnston continues to show improvement and has regained his confidence after a disappointing rookie season with the Los Angeles Chargers. I’m coming off a full offseason and coming off a season where I can look back and have a feel of how I should react in certain situations,” Johnston said. During offseason drills and the …

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5 months ago

Look who impressed Jim Harbaugh on first day of Chargers training camp

LA Times

Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh loves the potential of wide receiver Quentin Johnston. He hasn’t been at all in my eyes.” Herbert praised Johnston, highlighting his great attitude, effort and positive presence, and also noting the team expects big things from him. “He’s going to be a problem for people,” Harbaugh said. “I’ve been nothing but happy with Q.” Johnston is …

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6 months, 2 weeks ago

With a new coaching staff, Quentin Johnston hopes for a turnaround with Los Angeles Chargers

Associated Press

COSTA MESA, Calif. — Sanjay Lal’s first bit of coaching to Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Quentin Johnston didn’t have to do with route running or hand placement when vying with a cornerback while being covered. Okay, if I take a day off here, it’ll correlate or wind down into a game like that, which I do not want again.” …

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6 months, 2 weeks ago

Chargers receiver Quentin Johnston would like to drop this memory

LA Times

Chargers receiver Quentin Johnston wants more memories like this, when he caught a touchdown pass last season. “ pull it up real quick,” he explained, “kind of got mad at myself again.” Johnston called the drop “just straight-up unacceptable” as he tries to rebound under the Chargers’ new coaching staff and in a vastly altered wide receiver environment. “Even through …

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7 months, 3 weeks ago

Wyatt Johnston scores in OT, Stars beat Golden Knights 3-2 to cut series deficit to 2-1

Associated Press

LAS VEGAS — Wyatt Johnston scored his second goal of the game in overtime to give the Dallas Stars a 3-2 victory over Vegas on Saturday night, cutting the defending champion Golden Knights’ series lead to 2-1. “So I think it’s that desperation coming out and making sure we’re doing all those things that make us successful.” Miro Heiskanen also …

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8 months ago

Even if Chargers trade No. 5 pick, Justin Herbert is sure to receive help in deep draft

LA Times

Would the Chargers pass on picking a receiving star such as Louisiana State’s Malik Nabers if he’s available on the fifth pick of the NFL draft? In free agency, the Chargers beefed up their backfield and signed one of the league’s top blocking tight ends as new coach Jim Harbaugh put into motion his promise to make the team more …

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8 months, 3 weeks ago

Giancarlo Esposito knows how to play the villain. In ‘Parish,’ he steps into the antihero role

LA Times

For years, Giancarlo Esposito’s performance as stoic and ruthless cartel distributor Gustavo Fring was pivotal in helping “Breaking Bad” and its prequel spinoff, “Better Call Saul,” become prime examples of antihero-centered shows. Esposito is also an executive producer on the six-episode drama, which is based on the U.K. series “The Driver.” “Parish” follows the release of Netflix’s “The Gentlemen,” Guy …

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10 months ago

Anaheim Ducks trade tiers: Who could be on the move? Who is untouchable?

New York Times

ANAHEIM, Calif. — At times, the Anaheim Ducks look better than they did last season. You see some of these young players that have had to play a lot and a lot of minutes this year — how dynamic they are already, and that’s what excites me.” The Ducks’ rebuild is still on, and they’re still sellers as the March …

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11 months, 3 weeks ago

Chargers-Broncos matchups: How to watch, start time and prediction

LA Times

The Chargers’ Austin Ekeler celebrates with Quentin Johnston after scoring a touchdown against the Broncos. On 12 possessions against Buffalo last weekend, the Chargers scored one touchdown, on a one-yard keeper by quarterback Easton Stick. Readying for his third career start, Stick has shown improvement the last two games and an arm that’s strong enough to make throws that could …

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1 year ago

Ducks lose to New York Islanders, 4-3

LA Times

Ducks center Leo Carlsson is pursued by Islanders defenseman Noah Dobson during the second period. Simon Holmstrom scored the tiebreaking, short-handed goal late with 1:33 left in regulation and the New York Islanders beat the Ducks 4-3 on Wednesday night for their fourth straight win. Holmstrom skated down the left wing and whipped the puck past Ducks goaltender John Gibson …

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1 year ago

Chargers hope Easton Stick can overachieve after losing Justin Herbert for the season

LA Times

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert stands on the sideline after breaking the index finger of his right hand on Sunday against the Broncos. On Thursday night, Easton Stick will face the Las Vegas Raiders in his first NFL start, replacing Justin Herbert after the Chargers lost their franchise quarterback for the remainder of the season because of broken finger. It’s kind …

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1 year ago

Jonathan Obika’s last-gasp equaliser earns Motherwell point at Celtic

The Independent

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1 year, 1 month ago

Thanksgiving Eve hockey: A Pittsburgh tradition unlike any other

New York Times

PITTSBURGH — It all started innocently enough. Every team wants to be home between Christmas and New Year’s Day.” Indeed, the Penguins, like any NHL franchise, are interested in maximizing their ticket sales. “It’s a great tradition,” said Mark Madden, Pittsburgh’s top-ranked sports talk show host who has been attending Penguins games since the 1960s. “He always said it was …

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1 year, 1 month ago

Chargers loss to Packers takeaways: In clutch, receivers were not good to last drop

LA Times

For all the things that went wrong Sunday, the Chargers still had a chance in the game’s final seconds — a chance that slipped through the hands of rookie wide receiver Quentin Johnston. I should have caught the ball.” Facing third and six at his 30-yard line, quarterback Justin Herbert fired a ball down the left sideline toward Johnston, who …

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1 year, 1 month ago

Why Stars’ Ryan Suter is off to a good start, plus a new pairing and a bad penalty

New York Times

Sample size is tricky. “If you’re going to play with Miro, you have to be be a smart player and you have to complement him,” Stars head coach Pete DeBoer said. Suter is still second on the Stars in time on ice, something that’s bound to happen given him being on a pairing with Heiskanen. DeBoer has already reduced Suter’s …

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1 year, 1 month ago

Tuli Tuipulotu wins ROY, Joshua Kelley leads Chargers in rushing: NFL predictions at midseason

New York Times

With back-to-back wins, including Monday night’s drubbing of the New York Jets, the Los Angeles Chargers are firmly back in the AFC playoff picture at 4-4. Tuipulotu will be named Defensive Rookie of the Year Tuli Tuipulotu, the Chargers’ second-round pick in April, had two more sacks in Monday night’s win over the Jets. Tuipulotu is fifth in BetMGM’s DROY …

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You don’t have to drink to feel festive. Here are 4 tips for cheery and sober holiday celebrations

Chargers’ offense, defense meet halfway in convincing win over Browns

Each NHL team’s biggest concern a month into the 2024-25 regular season

Why a Chargers trade deadline deal could be realistic — and a target: Mailbag

Quentin Johnston’s quick start this season for the Chargers doesn’t surprise his coaches

‘Improving’ Justin Herbert misses Chargers’ first practice ahead of Steelers game

Jim Harbaugh’s Chargers start rewriting record book in rout of Panthers

Fields steps in for Wilson, Boswell boots 6 field goals to lead Steelers past Falcons 18-10

Quentin Johnston making strides early in Chargers’ training camp after disappointing rookie season

Look who impressed Jim Harbaugh on first day of Chargers training camp

With a new coaching staff, Quentin Johnston hopes for a turnaround with Los Angeles Chargers

Chargers receiver Quentin Johnston would like to drop this memory

Wyatt Johnston scores in OT, Stars beat Golden Knights 3-2 to cut series deficit to 2-1

Even if Chargers trade No. 5 pick, Justin Herbert is sure to receive help in deep draft

Giancarlo Esposito knows how to play the villain. In ‘Parish,’ he steps into the antihero role

Anaheim Ducks trade tiers: Who could be on the move? Who is untouchable?

Chargers-Broncos matchups: How to watch, start time and prediction

Ducks lose to New York Islanders, 4-3

Chargers hope Easton Stick can overachieve after losing Justin Herbert for the season

Jonathan Obika’s last-gasp equaliser earns Motherwell point at Celtic

Thanksgiving Eve hockey: A Pittsburgh tradition unlike any other

Chargers loss to Packers takeaways: In clutch, receivers were not good to last drop

Why Stars’ Ryan Suter is off to a good start, plus a new pairing and a bad penalty

Tuli Tuipulotu wins ROY, Joshua Kelley leads Chargers in rushing: NFL predictions at midseason