MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Skylar Thompson understands the pressure that falls on him as the starting quarterback of the Miami Dolphins for the foreseeable future. He’s their leader now and is expected to help the Dolphins stay on track as they try to deliver on high expectations despite plenty of adversity to start the season. Thompson said his approach is simple: Don’t … [Read more...] about Skylar Thompson is ready to lead the Miami Dolphins as Tua Tagovailoa recovers from a concussion
Kyle Okposo, who won a Cup in his final game with Panthers, announces retirement
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Kyle Okposo is going out as a Stanley Cup champion. Okposo, who played 17 seasons in the NHL and finished that run as part of the Florida team that won a title last season, announced his retirement on Thursday. The former Buffalo Sabres captain made the announcement on social media, bringing an end to an NHL career that started when the New … [Read more...] about Kyle Okposo, who won a Cup in his final game with Panthers, announces retirement
Miami Marlins lose to Los Angeles Dodgers in 8-4 game
MIAMI (AP) — Shohei Ohtani stole his 49th base and moved closer to becoming the first player in major league history with 50 homers and 50 steals in a season as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Miami Marlins 8-4 Wednesday night. Ohtani, who began the day two shy of each mark, singled to lead off the game then swiped second. He flew out to left, struck out, lined out to right … [Read more...] about Miami Marlins lose to Los Angeles Dodgers in 8-4 game
Panthers star Matthew Tkachuk opens up about the death of his friend Johnny Gaudreau
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Matthew Tkachuk estimated that he tells a story about Johnny Gaudreau’s exploits, both the on-ice and off-ice variety, to somebody at least once a week. And he’s not going to stop, either. Tkachuk spoke Wednesday about the death of his longtime friend and former teammate, calling Gaudreau “the most offensively talented player I’ve ever seen.” … [Read more...] about Panthers star Matthew Tkachuk opens up about the death of his friend Johnny Gaudreau
Florida Panthers plan next steps after winning 1st Stanley Cup Final
After winning their first Stanley Cup Final during a seven-game series with the Edmonton Oilers, the Florida Panthers are looking towards the future to secure another championship. Panthers head coach Paul Maurice and several players spoke at Baptist Health IcePlex, located at 800 NE 8th St., Wednesday morning ahead of their preseason game against Nashville. “There’s a … [Read more...] about Florida Panthers plan next steps after winning 1st Stanley Cup Final