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Wild without Kirill Kaprizov, supplemental discipline seems unlikely

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:05:10 GMT

Kirill Kaprizov, who left Saturday’s game in Winnipeg after taking a couple of cross checks to the kidneys from Jets defenseman Brenden Dillon, was scratched from Sunday’s rematch at Xcel Energy Center.So was goaltender Filip Gustavsson, who was injured in the second period and replaced by Marc-Andre Fleury in the third period of a 4-2 loss at Canada Life Centre.After Sunday’s 3-2 loss to Winnipeg, John Hynes said he had no updates on either player, both of whom were still being evaluated. Asked before the game if he was concerned the injuries might be long-term, the Wild coach said, “It’s obviously always a concern, with both guys, because they’re not in condition to play today.”“But,” he added, “I don’t really want to speculate on it because I think it’s important that they get evaluated properly. It could be something minor, it could be something a little bit more than that.”Fleury started Sunday, the veteran’s 1,000th NHL game, and Nic Petan played left wing on the second line. ...

WATCH: Jarrett Stidham finds Lil’Jordan Humphrey for electric 54-yard touchdown vs. Chargers

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:05:10 GMT

Lil'Jordan with a big run after the catch for the TD!: #LACvsDEN on CBS: Stream on #NFLPlus https://t.co/sFjqko01pD pic.twitter.com/2vDYUGM8bR— NFL (@NFL) December 31, 2023Related ArticlesDenver Broncos | Broncos 13, Chargers 3: Wil Lutz’s 42-yard field goal extends Denver’s lead Denver Broncos | Kiszla: With good riddance to Mr. Let’s Ride, who can end Broncos’ long nightmare at quarterback? Denver Broncos | Kickin’ It with Kiz: Is Sean Payton fibbing about threat to Russell Wilson? Or are the Broncos a totally incompetent organization? Denver Broncos | NFL Picks: Ravens, Dolphins square off one week after impressive wins, plus the Browns are going to the postseason Denver Broncos | That time Broncos QB Jarrett Stidham led Auburn past Alabama and Georgia in three weeks Jarrett Stidham’s first touchdown pass with the Broncos was an exciting one thanks to Lil&...

Broncos 13, Chargers 3: Lil’Jordan Humphrey’s exciting touchdown highlights Denver’s first half

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:05:10 GMT

The Broncos enter the Jarrett Stidham era after announcing that Russell Wilson has been benched. Stick here for live updates and analysis as Denver takes on the Chargers at Empower Field at Mile High.Live updatesHalftime analysis — Broncos 13, Chargers 3Parker Gabriel, beat writer: Stidham hasn’t found a full-on rhythm yet, but he’s made a couple of big plays with Lil’Jordan Humphrey and Jerry Jeudy helping him out after the catch for gains of 54 (TD) and 41. That’s been enough to get him up to 12/22 for 165 in the first half.Long way to go today, but the Broncos are in good shape. And if Kansas City loses to Cincinnati… well, next weekend could be interesting.Ryan McFadden, beat writer: Stidham is taking advantage of one of the worst passing defenses in the league. He has 165 yards and a touchdown in the first half. The way Los Angeles has played, the Chargers might not score for the rest of the game.Mark Kiszla, sports columnist: The three greatest qu...

'Coldest storm of the season' to usher in new year, weather officials say 

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:05:10 GMT

It's looking like a chilly, wet start to the new year for Southern California.According to the National Weather Service, the chance for light precipitation on New Year’s Day is up to 40 percent, but the brunt of a storm system is expected to hit the area Tuesday night. Weather officials are forecasting the “coldest storm of the season so far” to bring up to an inch of rain in most parts of SoCal. Communities at higher elevations may see up to two inches of rain before it turns to snow around 4,500 feet.  Fans call out Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson for claiming to try In-N-Out for the ‘first’ time: ‘This is a lie’ “A series of storms will bring periods of light to moderate rain and mountain snow to the area through the week, [with the] strongest on Wednesday,” the National Weather Service said.  There is a 20 percent chance of snow falling as low as 4,000 feet, potentially impacting the Grapevine near the 5 Freeway.  Temperatures are forecast to remain below normal ...

Watch the 2024 Rose Parade streaming live

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:05:10 GMT

Ring in the new year with millions of people around the globe with the 135th Rose Parade presented by Honda in Pasadena, California on Jan. 1.L.A.'s Very Own KTLA 5 is proud to offer live television and streaming coverage of the 2024 Rose Parade, including exclusive behind-the-scenes access.Our New Year’s Day broadcast begins with an encore presentation of the 2023 Rose Parade at 4 a.m. Pacific/7 a.m. Eastern, followed by Backstage at the Parade live at 6:00 a.m. and KTLA’s Rose Parade Countdown live at 7:00 a.m.The 135th Rose Parade Presented by Honda begins at 8 a.m. and ends at approximately 10 a.m. If you miss the live broadcast, KTLA 5 will air replays from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.KTLA 5 Rose Parade Broadcast Schedule (all times Pacific):4 a.m. – 6 a.m. – The 134th Rose Parade Presented by Honda (originally aired Jan. 2, 2023)6 a.m. – 7 a.m. – Backstage at the Parade (live)7 a.m. – 8 a.m. – Rose Parade Countdown (live)8 a.m. – 10 a.m. – The 135th ...

Jets score twice in third to beat Wild 3-2, spoil Fleury’s 1,000th NHL game

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:05:10 GMT

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Dominic Toninato scored the tiebreaking goal in the third period and the Winnipeg Jets defeated the Minnesota Wild 3-2 on Sunday, sweeping a home-and-home series.Adam Lowry and Vladislav Namestnikov also scored for Winnipeg.Laurent Brossoit stopped 24 shots for the Jets, who are 6-0-2 in their last eight games.Marcus Foligno and Frederick Gaudreau scored for Minnesota, which lost for the third time in 10 games. One of those was a 4-2 loss at Winnipeg on Saturday.“Going into both games, you knew it was going to be a hard-fought battle,” Winnipeg coach Rick Bowness said. “There wasn’t much room out there. Kind of low-event game for a while. That’s the way both teams play. John (Hynes) has got these guys playing really, really hard. They’re tough to play against.”Marc-Andre Fleury, who was playing in his 1,000th NHL game, made 26 saves for the Wild.“I’m kinda happy it’s over. I wish it was a win. Disappointing,” Fleury said. “I thought the guys played...

Marc-Andre Fleury becomes the fourth goalie to play in 1,000 NHL games

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:05:10 GMT

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Marc-Andre Fleury became the fourth goalie in NHL history to play in 1,000 games on Sunday in the Minnesota Wild’s game against the Winnipeg Jets.Martin Brodeur (1,266 games), Roberto Luongo (1,044) and Patrick Roy (1,029) are the only goalies to have played in more games than the 39-year-old Fleury, who is in his third season with the Wild. He spent the bulk of his career in Pittsburgh, making 691 appearances in 13 seasons with the Penguins.“Obviously very flattered by the reception from the crowd, from my teammates. It means a lot,” Fleury said. “I feel very fortunate that I’ve played for so long and I got to do what I live for many years. I’m lucky for that.”Fleury began the game third on the all-time victories list with 550, trailing Brodeur (691) and Roy (551). The Jets prevented him from tying Roy with a 3-2 victory.“He’s got 999 other ones he can probably celebrate,” said Jets captain Adam Lowry, who beat Fleury for his 100th career goal on ...

Kyler Murray throws 3 TD passes as Cardinals rally past Eagles, disrupt Philly’s playoff path

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:05:10 GMT

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jalen Hurts’ desperation heave was intercepted to seal the Eagles’ fourth loss this month and one that meant so much more.Philadelphia’s shot at the top spot in the NFC? Gone. The bye and home-field edge goes to the 49ers. The NFC East crown? Once in their grasp, the Eagles now need help from — yikes, Washington — to win a second straight division title.The team that opened December 9-1 and looked like a favorite to return to the Super Bowl unraveled Sunday with a 35-31 loss to the Arizona Cardinals and now faces the grim reality of opening the playoffs on the road.“We’ve got to get things fixed,” coach Nick Sirianni said. “And we’ve got to get them fixed fast.”Where to start is the hard part.James Conner ran for a 2-yard touchdown with 32 seconds remaining and Kyler Murray threw three TD passes for Arizona, which rallied from a 15-point deficit.Former Eagles defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon returned to Philly and got his biggest win yet in...

Lampman scores 26 as Oakland beats Youngstown State 88-81

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:05:10 GMT

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (AP) — Blake Lampman scored 26 points as Oakland beat Youngstown State 88-81 on Sunday.Lampman added five rebounds for the Golden Grizzlies (7-8, Horizon League). Chris Conway scored 18 points, shooting 7 of 11 from the field and 4 for 6 from the line. Trey Townsend was 4 of 7 shooting and 7 of 8 from the free throw line to finish with 15 points.Ziggy Reid led the Penguins (10-4, ) in scoring, finishing with 16 points and seven rebounds. Youngstown State also got 16 points from Brett Thompson. EJ Farmer also had 14 points. The loss snapped the Penguins’ seven-game winning streak.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

New Year’s Eve sweeps across Mideast and Europe, but wars cast a shadow on 2024

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:05:10 GMT

Revelers counted down to midnight on New Year’s Eve across the Middle East, Africa and Europe, where fireworks and festive lights offered a hopeful start to 2024 for some, even as the globe’s ongoing conflicts have subdued celebrations and raised security concerns.In Australia, more than 1 million people watched a pyrotechnic display centered around Sydney’s famous Opera House and harbor bridge — a number of spectators equivalent to one in five of the city’s residents.“It’s total madness,” said German tourist Janna Thomas, who waited in line since 7:30 a.m. to secure a prime waterfront location.People also lined up early in New York City to nab a spot in Times Square for the midnight ball drop. Officials and party organizers said they’re prepared to keep tens of thousands of revelers safe in heart of Manhattan, as the city has seen near-daily protests sparked by the Israel-Hamas war.FIREWORKS LIGHT UP THE NIGHTStunning fireworks displays bloomed at iconic locations...