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Special Coverage: CFL Grey Cup 112

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Lowry a leader in every sense of word

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Lowry a leader in every sense of word

Mike McIntyre 6 minute read Friday, Dec. 16, 2022

VANCOUVER — This is an Adam Lowry appreciation column.

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Friday, Dec. 16, 2022

Winnipeg Jets’ Adam Lowry (17) celebrates as Kyle Connorís (not shown) shot sneaks through the pads of Nashville Predators goaltender Juuse Saros (74) for the winning goal in NHL overtime action in Winnipeg, Thursday, December 15, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/John Woods
Winnipeg Jets’ Adam Lowry (17) celebrates as Kyle Connorís (not shown) shot sneaks through the pads of Nashville Predators goaltender Juuse Saros (74) for the winning goal in NHL overtime action in Winnipeg, Thursday, December 15, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/John Woods

Sky’s the limit for ‘Double Gold’ MacDonald

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Sky’s the limit for ‘Double Gold’ MacDonald

Taylor Allen 5 minute read Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022

Logan “Double Gold” MacDonald. It’s not a nickname just anyone can have. It is a moniker the 17-year-old Winnipegger has earned for his dominance in both versions of Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

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Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022

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sports - jiu jitsu fighter, Logan MacDonald

What: Brazilian jiu jitsu fighter who recently won gold at an event in California. Family owns a BJJ gym in town. Photos of Logan with his dad, MATT MACDONALD, in their home gym.

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Dec 13th, 2022
RUTH BONNEVILLE / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS sports - jiu jitsu fighter, Logan MacDonald What: Brazilian jiu jitsu fighter who recently won gold at an event in California. Family owns a BJJ gym in town. Photos of Logan with his dad, MATT MACDONALD, in their home gym. See Taylor's story Dec 13th, 2022

Deadline deal pays off for Terriers

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Deadline deal pays off for Terriers

Mike Sawatzky 4 minute read Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022

Blake Spiller was playing the long game when he shipped his best player, forward Logan Calder, to the Dauphin Kings at the MJHL trade deadline 11 months ago.

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Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022

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Defenceman Hayden Lacquette has become a key cog in Portage’s attack.
Scott Stroh photo Defenceman Hayden Lacquette has become a key cog in Portage’s attack.

Bob Dyce never considered coaching as a career; now he’s a CFL boss

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Bob Dyce never considered coaching as a career; now he’s a CFL boss

Joshua Frey-Sam 6 minute read Monday, Dec. 12, 2022

There was a time Bob Dyce might have scoffed at the idea of coaching a football team, yet the Winnipegger is now responsible for running a CFL squad.

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Monday, Dec. 12, 2022
The way the Dyce roll

Brennan makes the most of opportunities

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Brennan makes the most of opportunities

Mike Sawatzky 5 minute read Friday, Dec. 9, 2022

Before the 2022-23 season, Lucas Brennan would not have been a popular choice to be the MJHL’s leading goalscorer.

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Friday, Dec. 9, 2022

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Lucas Brennan is known for his willing to do the work required to improve and be successful on the ice.
SUPPLIED Lucas Brennan is known for his willing to do the work required to improve and be successful on the ice.

UND looks to Winnipeg for football talent

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UND looks to Winnipeg for football talent

Mike Sawatzky 4 minute read Friday, Dec. 9, 2022

The last time the University of North Dakota had two Winnipeggers on its football roster — running back Brady Oliveira and defensive end Mason Bennett — it turned out well for all parties involved.

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Friday, Dec. 9, 2022

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Dolapo Egunjobi (right), a 19-year-old offensive lineman who is transferring from the University of Manitoba, and cornerback Marcus Wahl, a 17-year-old from Dakota Collegiate, are expected to be in UND’s lineup next fall.
MIKE SAWATZKY / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS Dolapo Egunjobi (right), a 19-year-old offensive lineman who is transferring from the University of Manitoba, and cornerback Marcus Wahl, a 17-year-old from Dakota Collegiate, are expected to be in UND’s lineup next fall.

It’s official: O’Shea back with Bombers on three-year deal

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It’s official: O’Shea back with Bombers on three-year deal

Taylor Allen 5 minute read Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have locked up their most important free agent.

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Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022

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Head coach Mike O’Shea has signed a three-year contract extension that will keep him on the Winnipeg Blue Bombers’ sideline through the 2025 season, the club announced Thursday.
MIKAELA MACKENZIE / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS FILES Head coach Mike O’Shea has signed a three-year contract extension that will keep him on the Winnipeg Blue Bombers’ sideline through the 2025 season, the club announced Thursday.

The return of the Wesmen Classic

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The return of the Wesmen Classic

Mike Sawatzky 4 minute read Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2022

Shawn Maranan may not look like a grizzled veteran but he certainly plays the part.

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Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2022

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U of W veteran basketball player Shawn Maranan is looking forward to playing in his first Wesmen Classic.
MIKAELA MACKENZIE / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS U of W veteran basketball player Shawn Maranan is looking forward to playing in his first Wesmen Classic.

Bombers fans need not panic

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Bombers fans need not panic

Jeff Hamilton 7 minute read Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2022

The CFL recently released the lists of each of its nine team’s pending free agents, marking the official start to the off-season.

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Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2022

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Winnipeg Blue Bombers head coach Mike O'Shea is expected to have a deal finalized by the end of the week.
THE CANADIAN PRESS FILES/Nathan Denette Winnipeg Blue Bombers head coach Mike O'Shea is expected to have a deal finalized by the end of the week.

Winnipeg diver captures silver at international meet

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Winnipeg diver captures silver at international meet

Joshua Frey-Sam 2 minute read Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2022

Winnipeg’s Anna Wylie managed her swirling emotions long enough to reach the podium this weekend.

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Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2022

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Winnipeg’s Anna Wylie captured a silver medal in the girls 15-16-year-old category at the 2022 FINA world junior diving championships in Montreal.
SUPPLIED Winnipeg’s Anna Wylie captured a silver medal in the girls 15-16-year-old category at the 2022 FINA world junior diving championships in Montreal.

Regrets? Maurice has a few but did it his way

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Regrets? Maurice has a few but did it his way

Mike McIntyre 7 minute read Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2022

There were plenty of confusing turns Tuesday as Paul Maurice returned to Canada Life Centre for the first time since he walked out on the Winnipeg Jets nearly a year ago.

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Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2022

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Former Winnipeg Jets head coach, Paul Maurice on the ice at Canada Life Centre during game day practice for his new team the Florida Panthers Tuesday morning. 221206 - Tuesday, December 06, 2022.
MIKE DEAL / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS Former Winnipeg Jets head coach, Paul Maurice on the ice at Canada Life Centre during game day practice for his new team the Florida Panthers Tuesday morning. 221206 - Tuesday, December 06, 2022.

U of W’s Giles on a roll

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U of W’s Giles on a roll

Mike Sawatzky 4 minute read Monday, Dec. 5, 2022

Kyanna Giles is celebrating her final season of U Sports basketball by etching her name in the University of Winnipeg record book.

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Monday, Dec. 5, 2022

Wesmen Guard Kyanna Giles says once she made her first layup Saturday against the Brandon Bobcats she was ‘good to go.” (Mike Sudoma / Winnipeg Free Press Files)
Wesmen Guard Kyanna Giles says once she made her first layup Saturday against the Brandon Bobcats she was ‘good to go.” (Mike Sudoma / Winnipeg Free Press Files)

Moose call-up Eyssimont continues to make impact

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Moose call-up Eyssimont continues to make impact

Mike McIntyre 4 minute read Monday, Dec. 5, 2022

The legend of Mikey Eyssimont continues to grow.

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Monday, Dec. 5, 2022

THE CANADIAN PRESS/Fred Greenslade

Winnipeg Jets’ Michael Eyssimont has played 10 games this season in the NHL after being called up from the Manitoba Moose last month. The 26-year-old was elevated to a line with Pierre-Luc Dubois and Kyle Connor in Sunday’s game against the Anaheim Ducks.
THE CANADIAN PRESS/Fred Greenslade Winnipeg Jets’ Michael Eyssimont has played 10 games this season in the NHL after being called up from the Manitoba Moose last month. The 26-year-old was elevated to a line with Pierre-Luc Dubois and Kyle Connor in Sunday’s game against the Anaheim Ducks.

Dauphin’s Brezden breaks through

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Dauphin’s Brezden breaks through

Laurie Nealin 4 minute read Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022

The fifth time proved to be the charm for Breken Brezden.

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Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022

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Breken Brezden competes at Seven Oaks Arena in Winnipeg on Friday.
MIKAELA MACKENZIE / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS Breken Brezden competes at Seven Oaks Arena in Winnipeg on Friday.

One-of-a-kind Laine says season so far is a bad joke

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One-of-a-kind Laine says season so far is a bad joke

Mike McIntyre 7 minute read Friday, Dec. 2, 2022

He’s got a shiny new contract and a spiffy new haircut since the last time we saw him around these parts. Those differences aside, it’s nice to know some things will never change when it comes to Patrik Laine.

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Friday, Dec. 2, 2022

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Patrik Laine returned to the Columbus Blue Jackets lineup Friday against the Winnipeg Jets.
Emmi Korhonen / The Associated Press files Patrik Laine returned to the Columbus Blue Jackets lineup Friday against the Winnipeg Jets.

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