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Edmonton Journal
6 days ago
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl hit the ice for beer-league hockey game
Article content Usually, it's frowned upon when a ringer shows up to your beer-league hockey game. Article content But, in this case, it's fair to assume that the players on both sides would make an exception. Article content Article content None other than two of hockey's biggest stars, Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, showed up for a men's league game at Newmarket, Ont.'s Magna Centre on Wednesday night, hitting the ice with a group of average Joes. Article content Article content The Edmonton Oilers stars put on a show for the dozens of spectators in attendance at the local arena, who cheered wildly for the NHLers. Article content Connor McDavid takes the ice at a beer league game in Newmarket, ON tonight 👀 — BarDown (@BarDown) July 17, 2025 Article content Article content McDavid and Draisaitl, both wearing their Oilers practice jerseys without numbers on the back, stood out with their speed and skill – but clearly made sure not to show up their opponents or teammates. Article content And there's Leon too 😭 — BarDown (@BarDown) July 17, 2025 Article content Not the ideal start for 97 and 29 in Newmarket's beer league... 😅 — BarDown (@BarDown) July 17, 2025 Article content Article content Clips from the game posted on social media show McDavid – who hails from Richmond Hill, just south of Newmarket — getting several breakaway chances, but being stymied every team by the opposing goalie. Article content In the end, the side with the stars fell short in the game, losing 6-2 – causing many wisecracks on social media about the pair coming up short once again after losing in the Stanley Cup Final last month against the Florida Panthers. Article content The refs involved in the game were more than complimentary towards the stars in an interview after the game. Article content 'Honestly, it's incredible to see them coming down the ice,' one of the refs said. 'It's like nothing you've ever seen.' Article content 'It's just really cool to be on the ice with them,' the second official said. 'Just to be kind of starstruck at the end of the day, as well.' Article content When asked about the fact that the NHL stars, who have scored a combined 760 career goals, didn't light the lamp once during the game, the refs gave their props to the undaunted opposing goalie. Article content 'That goalie stood on his head out there,' the second ref said. 'So not too shocked, actually.' Article content This isn't the first time that McDavid has popped by the Magna Centre for a little off-season competition. In 2023, he and Los Angeles Kings defenceman Quinton Byfield showed up for men's league game at the arena with Byfield's Red team besting McDavid's Blue squad by a score of 9-4. Article content
Edmonton Journal
6 days ago
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl hit ice in Newmarket for beer-league hockey game
Article content Usually, it's frowned upon when a ringer shows up to your beer-league hockey game. Article content But, in this case, it's fair to assume that the players on both sides would make an exception. Article content None other than two of hockey's biggest stars, Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, showed up for a men's league game at Newmarket, Ont.'s Magna Centre on Wednesday night, hitting the ice with a group of average Joes. Article content Article content The Edmonton Oilers stars put on a show for the dozens of spectators in attendance at the local arena, who cheered wildly for the NHLers. Article content Connor McDavid takes the ice at a beer league game in Newmarket, ON tonight 👀 — BarDown (@BarDown) July 17, 2025 Article content Article content McDavid and Draisaitl, both wearing their Oilers practice jerseys without numbers on the back, stood out with their speed and skill – but clearly made sure not to show up their opponents or teammates. Article content And there's Leon too 😭 — BarDown (@BarDown) July 17, 2025 Article content Not the ideal start for 97 and 29 in Newmarket's beer league... 😅 — BarDown (@BarDown) July 17, 2025 Article content Article content Clips from the game posted on social media show McDavid – who hails from Richmond Hill, just south of Newmarket — getting several breakaway chances, but being stymied every team by the opposing goalie. Article content In the end, the side with the stars fell short in the game, losing 6-2 – causing many wisecracks on social media about the pair coming up short once again after losing in the Stanley Cup Final last month against the Florida Panthers. Article content The refs involved in the game were more than complimentary towards the stars in an interview after the game. Article content 'Honestly, it's incredible to see them coming down the ice,' one of the refs said. 'It's like nothing you've ever seen.' Article content 'It's just really cool to be on the ice with them,' the second official said. 'Just to be kind of starstruck at the end of the day, as well.' Article content When asked about the fact that the NHL stars, who have scored a combined 760 career goals, didn't light the lamp once during the game, the refs gave their props to the undaunted opposing goalie. Article content 'That goalie stood on his head out there,' the second ref said. 'So not too shocked, actually.' Article content This isn't the first time that McDavid has popped by the Magna Centre for a little off-season competition. In 2023, he and Los Angeles Kings defenceman Quinton Byfield showed up for men's league game at the arena with Byfield's Red team besting McDavid's Blue squad by a score of 9-4. Article content
Calgary Herald
6 days ago
- Sport
- Calgary Herald
Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl hit the ice for beer-league hockey game
Article content Usually, it's frowned upon when a ringer shows up to your beer-league hockey game. Article content But, in this case, it's fair to assume that the players on both sides would make an exception. Article content Article content None other than two of hockey's biggest stars, Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, showed up for a men's league game at Newmarket, Ont.'s Magna Centre on Wednesday night, hitting the ice with a group of average Joes. Article content Article content The Edmonton Oilers stars put on a show for the dozens of spectators in attendance at the local arena, who cheered wildly for the NHLers. Article content Connor McDavid takes the ice at a beer league game in Newmarket, ON tonight 👀 — BarDown (@BarDown) July 17, 2025 Article content Article content McDavid and Draisaitl, both wearing their Oilers practice jerseys without numbers on the back, stood out with their speed and skill – but clearly made sure not to show up their opponents or teammates. Article content And there's Leon too 😭 — BarDown (@BarDown) July 17, 2025 Article content Not the ideal start for 97 and 29 in Newmarket's beer league... 😅 — BarDown (@BarDown) July 17, 2025 Article content Article content Clips from the game posted on social media show McDavid – who hails from Richmond Hill, just south of Newmarket — getting several breakaway chances, but being stymied every team by the opposing goalie. Article content In the end, the side with the stars fell short in the game, losing 6-2 – causing many wisecracks on social media about the pair coming up short once again after losing in the Stanley Cup Final last month against the Florida Panthers. Article content The refs involved in the game were more than complimentary towards the stars in an interview after the game. Article content 'Honestly, it's incredible to see them coming down the ice,' one of the refs said. 'It's like nothing you've ever seen.' Article content 'It's just really cool to be on the ice with them,' the second official said. 'Just to be kind of starstruck at the end of the day, as well.' Article content When asked about the fact that the NHL stars, who have scored a combined 760 career goals, didn't light the lamp once during the game, the refs gave their props to the undaunted opposing goalie. Article content 'That goalie stood on his head out there,' the second ref said. 'So not too shocked, actually.' Article content This isn't the first time that McDavid has popped by the Magna Centre for a little off-season competition. In 2023, he and Los Angeles Kings defenceman Quinton Byfield showed up for men's league game at the arena with Byfield's Red team besting McDavid's Blue squad by a score of 9-4. Article content
Toronto Sun
6 days ago
- Sport
- Toronto Sun
Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl hit ice in Newmarket for beer-league hockey game
Edmonton Oilers superstars suited up at Newmarket's Magna Centre on Wednesday night. Edmonton Oilers' Connor McDavid takes part in a beer league hockey game in Newmarket. Twitter Usually, it's frowned upon when a ringer shows up to your beer-league hockey game. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account But, in this case, it's fair to assume that the players on both sides would make an exception. None other than two of hockey's biggest stars, Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, showed up for a men's league game at Newmarket, Ont.'s Magna Centre on Wednesday night, hitting the ice with a group of average Joes. The Edmonton Oilers stars put on a show for the dozens of spectators in attendance at the local arena, who cheered wildly for the NHLers. Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. McDavid and Draisaitl, both wearing their Oilers practice jerseys without numbers on the back, stood out with their speed and skill – but clearly made sure not to show up their opponents or teammates. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. In fact, their team was trailing by a whopping 4-0 after the first period. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Clips from the game posted on social media show McDavid – who hails from Richmond Hill, just south of Newmarket — getting several breakaway chances, but being stymied every team by the opposing goalie. In the end, the side with the stars fell short in the game, losing 6-2 – causing many wisecracks on social media about the pair coming up short once again after losing in the Stanley Cup Final last month against the Florida Panthers. The refs involved in the game were more than complimentary towards the stars in an interview after the game. 'Honestly, it's incredible to see them coming down the ice,' one of the refs said. 'It's like nothing you've ever seen.' 'It's just really cool to be on the ice with them,' the second official said. 'Just to be kind of starstruck at the end of the day, as well.' When asked about the fact that the NHL stars, who have scored a combined 760 career goals, didn't light the lamp once during the game, the refs gave their props to the undaunted opposing goalie. 'That goalie stood on his head out there,' the second ref said. 'So not too shocked, actually.' This isn't the first time that McDavid has popped by the Magna Centre for a little off-season competition. In 2023, he and Los Angeles Kings defenceman Quinton Byfield showed up for men's league game at the arena with Byfield's Red team besting McDavid's Blue squad by a score of 9-4. MMA Celebrity Sunshine Girls World Relationships
USA Today
09-07-2025
- Science
- USA Today
Exclusive Renaissance Club has settled in as Scottish Open host — but will it stay here?
NORTH BERWICK, Scotland — Whisper it, but the weather forecast for this week's Genesis Scottish Open at the Renaissance looks pretty decent. In fact, it could become so warm, this correspondent may have to tie an unprecedented fifth knot in the handkerchief that I plonk on my fevered forehead. While reading about the possibility of some kind of heatwave in these parts — that means it'll be 60 degrees and blustery — I also glimpsed at an article informing us that good old planet Earth is now spinning faster than ever. A couple of years ago, this clump of space rock that we all eke out an existence on completed a full rotation in a time that was 1.66 milliseconds shorter than its standard 24-hour twirl. By early August, it could go even quicker. Just like my backswing. In this ongoing cost-of-living crisis, we're now getting less planetary spin for our buck. What a state we're in. Apparently, this acceleration in the Earth's revolution is caused by a number of factors, including something called the Chandler Wobble. Funny enough, that sounds just like the desperate golfing affliction that I've developed when hunched over short putts. But enough about my jittery capers on the greens. The crème de la crème will be out in force over the next few days as eight of the world's top 10 headline a star-studded field. It's big business, this Scottish Open lark. According to the number crunchers, last year's championship delivered a net economic impact of $26 million to the country's coffers. The local economy alone benefited to the tune of $10.6 million. In terms of sustainability, meanwhile, this week's showpiece is championing a 'Better with Nature' campaign as spectators are offered the chance to learn more about the environment that surrounds the course via a nature trail and scavenger hunt. This will be the seventh year in a row that the Renaissance has staged the Genesis Scottish Open. After a spell when the event moved around various venues, it seems to have found something of a home in this opulent corner of East Lothian. Familiarity breeds contentment. The strength of the field is proof of that. About a decade ago, when host courses for the championship were being discussed, the late, former First Minister, Alex Salmond, whose government was heavily involved in the event, said that the Scottish Open wouldn't go to the ultra-exclusive Renaissance club as, 'it would not communicate an ideal message about Scottish golf being open to all.' Fair enough, but you could've said that about a heck of a lot of venues. I can't recall, for instance, much handwringing when the Scottish Open took up a prolonged and hugely popular residency at Loch Lomond, a place that defines uber-exclusivity. Crowds of almost 90,000 would pack the Bonnie Banks. Let's face it, us ordinary Joes like the odd point-and-gawk at how the other half live, don't we? It's the golfing version of a tour around a stately home. Since becoming the host venue in 2019, the Renaissance has certainly grown into the role. That year, it hosed it down the week before, the going was relatively soft and there was hardly a breath of wind. Early criticisms — it was 'too easy' — were taken on board and the course has evolved and matured with each passing year. You've got to tread carefully with professional golfers, of course. If the test was too demanding, they'd all be moaning about being beaten up before the ultimate links test at The Open the following week. The poor souls. Anyway, the Renaissance is pencilled into the diary for 2026. After that? Well, discussions are ongoing. The obvious issue centers around any return of The Open to neighboring Muirfield. A venue for the 2028 Open has not yet been announced. If the Scottish Open stayed at the Renaissance for a few more seasons, would they shift it for the one year when The Open came back to Muirfield? Or would they hold the two events back-to-back? One thing that will not change for the next few years is the sponsorship. On Wednesday, Genesis announced a multi-year agreement with the DP World Tour and PGA Tour to stay on as title partner of the event through 2030. According to a release, the extension renews Genesis' commitment to Scotland's historic national open, which in 2022 became the first-ever tournament to be co-sanctioned by the PGA Tour and DP World Tour. In a chinwag the other day with John Sarvadi, the chief executive of the Renaissance, the American was certainly keen on the idea of a blockbusting double-whammy in the same postcode. 'I did ask some of the players and officials about it and they said they'd love to have it back-to-back,' he said. 'They could set up in East Lothian for a couple of weeks.' Those static caravan parks would be raking it in. I'm sure my golf writing brethren would revel in the opportunity to hop over the pond and effortlessly go from a Scottish Open to an Open Championship too. This week, for instance, we'll not get out of the Renaissance media center until late Sunday night local time – the U.S. TV broadcast deal means late tee-offs – and Rory McIlroy is doing his pre-Open press conference over the water at Portrush on Monday. It'll be another gasping, panting turnaround. No wonder the bloomin' Earth is spinning faster. Now, where's that knotted hankie for my head? Golfweek editor Tim Schmitt contributed to this report.
