Alex Cora doesn’t know if he’ll ever come back

To say the least, the Boston Red Sox's 2026 season was full of ups and downs. And among the downs, we can certainly count the firing of manager Alex Cora early in the season.
President of Baseball Operations Craig Breslow had then tried to save his job by placing the blame for the Red Sox's failures entirely on Cora and other members of the coaching staff.
It quickly became evident that there were internal tensions within the Boston organization, as Cora posted a photo of the fired coaches on Tw

We're back with the famous roundup of the Montreal Canadiens' prospects, which takes place every weekend, featuring a recap of the best performances by players drafted by the Habs who aren't yet with the Blue, White, and Red.
This weekend, there are plenty of standout performances to note and analyze, which once again demonstrates just how deep the Habs' prospect pool still is.
Without further ado, here's that roundup.
Michael Hage – Center – 20 years old
The Canadiens' top prospect—who, a

Just yesterday (Saturday), we learned that there were no new developments in the Ketel Marte situation. However, that doesn't mean there aren't negotiations underway involving the infielder.
In fact, according to a source at MLB.com, the Baltimore Orioles have been in talks with the Arizona Diamondbacks regarding Marte. A deal between the two clubs was not imminent at that time, and neither team has confirmed these discussions.
It's a bit surprising to see the O's in this race, given that they'v

The Montreal Canadiens had been putting off a lackluster loss that had been on the schedule for quite some time, and it finally happened yesterday against the Colorado Avalanche.
The atmosphere at the Bell Centre was rather subdued for once, and neither the Habs players nor the referees were able to help get the crowd going.
So there was a lack of emotion on the ice, but not on the bench.
In fact, it was on the bench that we saw the most emotion from the Habs yesterday during the game, as we cau

Last night against the Colorado Avalanche, the Montreal Canadiens likely played their least emotional and exciting game of the entire 2026–2027 season so far.
There was no rhythm, no coordination, and no opportunism on the part of the Habs in this 4-1 loss, which turned out to be the team's first regulation loss in a month—since October 14 against the Washington Capitals.
In short, the Habs were due for a lackluster regular-season loss.
So there isn't much to say about this run-of-the-mill g

Let's recall that in the 2026 playoffs, against the New York Yankees, Boston Red Sox right-handed pitcher Sonny Gray reacted bitterly to being pulled from the game, questioning the decision made by his manager, Chad Tracy.
Pulled from the game in the fifth inning, with his team trailing 0-1, Gray reportedly wanted to stay on the mound longer and give his team every chance to beat their archrivals from New York. Tracy's decision backfired, as the Yankees easily eliminated the Sox, winning the gam

Just like every Saturday, there was plenty of action in the National Hockey League yesterday, with 14 games on the schedule.
A lot happened across all those games.
Here's what stands out.
1. The Leafs have lost their last six home games
The Toronto Maple Leafs were off to a surprisingly strong start to the season a few weeks ago, with a respectable record of 8-6-2.
Fortune then smiled on them, as their schedule featured a streak of six consecutive home games at ScotiaBank Arena.
It was an opport

The Carabins Will Host the Thunderbirds in the Uteck Cup
The University of Montreal Carabins now know their opponent for the Uteck Cup. They will host the University of British Columbia (UBC) Thunderbirds next Saturday, November 21, at CEPSUM. The winner will earn a spot in the Vanier Cup, to be held on November 28 at Telus Stadium in Quebec City.
On Saturday, the Carabins defeated Laval University's Rouge et Or 14–10 to win the Jacques-Dussault Cup. Marco Iadeluca's team thus retains the prov

First-Ever National Camp for Professional Players
The road to the Los Angeles Olympic Games now runs through the Canadian Football League. Twenty CFL players have been invited to Football Canada's first-ever national professional flag football camp, in preparation for the 2028 Games, as reported by Sportsnet.
The camp will be held from November 29 to December 5 in Chula Vista, California. There, players will learn the rules, techniques, and strategies of international flag football under the sup

The CH wanted to cap off a great week with two wins and five points (out of a possible six) in three games.
However, they had to beat a strong team, the Avalanche, despite the absence of Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar.
Here are the lineups:Here are the lineups for the @Avalanche and the @CanadiensMTL
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— Tony Marinaro (@TonyMarinaro) November 15, 2026The Canadiens didn't have a good first period.
For the first time this season, they were trailing after the fir

The Flyers don’t want to trade Matvei Michkov.
But of course, the buzz is drawing other teams to inquire about his availability. Daniel Brière probably isn’t completely opposed to the idea of sending him elsewhere, but it’s going to take a hell of an offer.
Speaking of a pretty substantial offer, the Russian will be eligible to receive a hostile offer on July 1. And Pierre LeBrun discussed this in his recent article on The Athletic.NEW for @TheAthletic,
Erik Karlsson and his future ahead

Over the past few months, the Blue Jays have let go of the two players who saw the most playing time in center field in 2026.
Daulton Varsho (traded) and Myles Straw (free agent) played 96 and 46 games, respectively, in center field for the Toronto Blue Jays in 2026.
The plan for the upcoming season is likely to have Brett Bateman earn his spot in the sun and get plenty of starts. But he'll need depth.
Given the way the team is built, Nathan Lukes is a candidate to provide depth at center field.

Jakub Dobes isn’t having the start to the season he’d hoped for with the Canadiens. The goaltender, who was on fire during the final months of the 2025-26 season, is struggling in net for his team this season.
His 3-2-2 record is decent… but his 4.04 goals-against average and .847 save percentage are far from impressive.
And it looks even worse when you consider just how dominant Jacob Fowler has been in that same net.Goals saved above expected:
Jacob Fowler: +13.22
Jakub Dobes: −9.02
Th

No News on Ketel Marte
He's been heavily linked to the Blue Jays in recent hours, and that's sparked some buzz, but the source isn't credible. We're not saying it won't happen, but right now, it's not imminent… and reporters are setting the record straight.The latest as of this week was that the Blue Jays had some interest in Ketel Marte as they look to improve their lineup. Marte would have to approve any trade. Arizona's asking price is said to be high.I don't get the impression there's been

Dylan Larkin is still a member of the Detroit Red Wings organization. The forward, who requested a trade this summer, has not had his wish granted.
And since October 29, Larkin has been on strike—and isn't receiving his salary.
So the question is, when might this situation finally be resolved? And yesterday, Renaud Lavoie took advantage of his appearance on JiC to mention a factor that could speed things up.
It's worth noting that on Thursday night, the Red Wings suffered their fifth straight

The free-agent market this winter isn’t exactly teeming with big names. We know Tarik Skubal is stealing the show… but beyond that, things are pretty quiet.
And among position players, it's really nothing to write home about.
So right now, we're wondering who will be the most sought-after hitter on the market. And more and more, the name Teruaki Sato is starting to get people talking.
The Japanese player, who has been dominant in Japan for the past two years, is seen as a guy with quite a bi

The Rouge et Or's Perfect Season Comes to an End
The University of Montreal Carabins once again played the role of spoiler in Quebec City. Marco Iadeluca's team defeated the University of Laval Rouge et Or 14-10 on Saturday to win the Jacques-Dussault Cup and end their archrivals' perfect season, as reported by La Presse.
The Rouge et Or had not lost a single game this season and had finished first in the standings. In front of 11,025 spectators at TELUS-Université Laval Stadium, they were the

Of course, there are issues that are more important—socially and politically—than hockey.
We agree.
But the Montreal Canadiens are still an important part of Quebec's culture and history.
The prestigious Flanelle is much more than just a hockey team.
The Canadiens are “part of us,” as the song goes…
So the decision to retire a jersey that belonged to one of its players isn't a trivial matter that concerns only a handful of decision-makers.
It's a decision that will be discussed by hund

Yesterday morning, as you already know, Samuel Montembeault skated with a few guys in Brossard. He also faced some shots from his teammates, which is good.
But there's a problem.
As Renaud Lavoie mentioned in his segment last night on JiC with TVA Sports, the goalie's leg is a cause for concern. Yesterday, on the ice, he kept lifting it—something few players do when they're 100% healthy.Obviously, a goalie with a sore leg needs to take his time, and no one is saying otherwise. Especially when

Referees Reassigned Closer to Home
The NFL had to revise its plans for Week 10 games. To avoid further travel issues caused by the flight ban ordered Friday by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the league reassigned its officials to games located within a reasonable driving distance from their homes, as reported by ESPN.
This decision has tangible consequences on the field. Three substitute referees will officiate games as head referees on Sunday: line judges Barry Anderson and Duane He

Are you tired of not being able to watch the Blue Jays on MLB TV? Rob Manfred has a solution—but only on his terms.
In a recent social media post, MLB outlined a plan that was sent to the players in an effort to avoid a lockout.
And to put it mildly, Major League Baseball has decided to take an approach aimed at pleasing fans and winning their sympathy.
Basically, MLB is arguing that fans want a league where all teams have a fair chance and where there are no longer any territorial restriction

The Columbus Blue Jackets aren’t having a great season. The team has just lost its last three games and has a record of 7-10-0, good for last place in the East.
For a team trying to convince Zach Werenski that he can win in Columbus, this isn’t exactly ideal.
That said, it's mainly head coach Rick Bowness who's drawing attention in Columbus right now. The 71-year-old had to miss his team's game Thursday night because he was sick… and now we're learning he'll also miss tonight's game.
The c

Tonight, the Canadiens will face the Avalanche at the Bell Centre. It will be another big challenge for the team… even though Colorado will be without Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar.
That's a pretty big blow for the visitors, let's face it.
The question, however, was who would be the starting goaltender. Jacob Fowler continues to be on fire… but Jakub Dobes was due for a start.
And in the end, it's Dobes who will be in net tonight. The team just announced it.
Fowler, after three consecutive

A Key Defensive Player's Status Remains Uncertain
The Montreal Alouettes still don't know if they'll be able to count on Mustafa Johnson for the 113th Grey Cup on Sunday at McMahon Stadium in Calgary. The defensive tackle is listed as a starter, but his availability will be decided at the last minute, as reported by 3DownNation.
The 6-foot-1, 301-pound player has been limited in practice this week due to an ankle injury. This uncertainty comes at a bad time, as he is coming off an excellent perf

Chris Kreider left the game against the Boston Bruins with an apparent leg injury.
It was hoped that the veteran's injury wasn't too serious, but the Montreal Canadiens have just announced that he will miss six to eight weeks of action.Forward Chris Kreider (lower body) will be sidelined for approximately 6 to 8 weeks.
Forward Chris Kreider (lower body) will be out for approximately 6 to 8 weeks. https://t.co/lhZCoepnKu
— Montreal Canadiens (@CanadiensMTL) November 14, 2026It didn't look good

A 12-season Major League veteran, Corey Seager is reportedly open to continuing his career elsewhere. A shortstop with an unconventional build, the Charlotte, North Carolina, native won't be moving just anywhere—let's be clear about that.
The Texas Rangers therefore have free rein to test the market to gauge Seager's value. Selected by the Los Angeles Dodgers as their first-round pick (18th overall) in the 2012 draft, the 6-foot-4 athlete has had a solid career so far. Seager spent his first s

Matvei Michkov has been a controversial player ever since his name first came up in hockey circles ahead of the 2023 draft.
He's been making headlines for both good and bad reasons since the start of his career, and let's just say that's not about to stop—especially now that he's in the National Hockey League.
The latest controversy surrounding the Russian forward involves an alleged trade request following a heated argument with his teammate Nick Seeler.
In short, we all thought this was the

Earlier this week, we witnessed the biggest hit of the year—and arguably the most impressive in the National Hockey League in quite a few seasons.
Washington Capitals defenseman Jakub Chychrun delivered a massive hit to his former teammate, Nick Cousins, leaving him unconscious on the ice.Jakub Chychrun absolutely BLOWS UP Nick Cousins, and Cousins was out coldhttps://t.co/USPvQn9LfJ
— Gino Hard (@GinoHard_) November 11, 2026That's probably the most devastating legal hit I've ever seen in my

As we know, the offseason is synonymous with trade rumors, and in that regard, the Toronto Blue Jays have often treated us to unexpected twists and turns.
The story surrounding Anthony Santander has been all over the news in recent days, but some situations won't generate nearly as much buzz.I'm talking about Brandon Valenzuela. The 26-year-old Blue Jays catcher could be traded to address certain needs within the Toronto roster. A very strong defensive player, the Mexican has been sitting on the

Only four teams were in action last night in the National Hockey League.
Three playoff-bound teams—the Vegas Golden Knights, the Nashville Predators, and the New York Rangers—were ones to watch, while the Vancouver Canucks continue their pursuit of Landon Dupont.
Here are the highlights from this quiet evening.
1. Ryan O'Reilly Extends the Preds' Winning Streak
The Nashville Predators have made quite a climb up the standings in recent weeks, rising from the bottom of the Western Conference t