Intro for August 26, 2026

Dear Gossips,Dolly Parton is remarkable in all the ways, present tense because it’s not possible for a person like Dolly to retreat – she is, truly, an eternal flame. And the tributes that are being shared are a reflection of how singular she is.As many people have noted, she’s one of very, very, very few people we can all agree on, and in our culture, her reach is the most inclusive, the most diverse. From science and education to tourism to food to movies and music, Dolly is

Here we go again.
Every year, teams at the bottom of the standings try to save on payroll by placing players who won't be back the following year on waivers.
The goal? To save on payroll.
The Reds kicked things off (as far as we know, since other teams may have done so earlier) by placing Eugenio Suárez and TJ Friedl on waivers.Sources: Reds slugger Eugenio Suárez and outfielder TJ Friedl are available on waivers. Story, unlocked and free to read: https://t.co/ZBXIWEyGcM
— Ke

Corey Pronman's revised rankings of recent drafts continue.
This morning, it was the 2022 draft's turn to be analyzed by the man who has been ranking young NHL players in every possible way for the past few weeks.
So we were watching to see what he'd do with the Canadiens' prospects.
Finally, we have our answer: if he had to do it all over again, Juraj Slafkovsky would still be the first overall pick. The Canadiens winger is ranked in the “all-star” category—and he's the only o

Alexander Zharovsky has been in the news several times since the start of the summer. He stopped by Montreal, where he was welcomed by his fellow countryman. He trained in various settings before returning to Russia as the start of his season approached.
However, things aren't going very well for him in the preseason games. His production is in free fall, and Grant McCagg addressed the situation on his HabsCast podcast.
According to him, it wouldn't be a bad thing if Zharovsky were to play in th

In this 121st episode of the Passion MLB Podcast, Charles-Alexis Brisebois and Sébastien Berrouard discussed the Toronto Blue Jays' past week of action, Ketel Marte, the Houston Astros, and the playoff races in both leagues—to name just a few topics.
Enjoy the episode!We'd like to remind you that anyone who wants to listen to us live can do so every Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. on Facebook, X, and YouTube. We record live to answer everyone's questions.
However, those who prefer to listen

Louis Domingue has decided to continue his career in Italy next season.
The Quebec goaltender has signed with HC Bolzano, where he will be the starting goaltender. At 34, he's embarking on a new adventure abroad, but this time, he won't be going alone. He's chosen to bring his family with him to discover a new country, a new culture, and, above all, a new language.In an interview with Meeker Guerrier on 98.5, Domingue spoke about his new life and mentioned that he would have liked to play for th

Ivan Demidov is truly a rare gem on the Montreal Canadiens.
He's brimming with talent and is already making headlines thanks to his moves and vision.
There aren't many players like him… Nikita Kucherov comes to mind, but other than that, the list is very short.
Although he's only 20 years old, the young Russian is already inspiring the next generation of NHL prospects.
Young American Carter Meyer revealed to RG Media that Demidov is currently playing a major role in his development.
Marco

Last Sunday, the NHL Network released its ranking of the top 20 centers in the NHL. Nick Suzuki, who was expected to rank fairly high on the list, came in ninth.
Unsurprisingly, there are some players ahead of him. It would have been surprising to see him rank higher than Connor McDavid, Nathan MacKinnon, or Macklin Celebrini—we can all agree on that.
But there are some names ahead of him that have sparked some discussion.Introducing NHL Network's Top 20 Centers Right Now!
What do you thin

The race for the playoffs in the American League, as we know, is pretty wild. The final wild-card spot is up for grabs in a seven-team race.
And in reality, the three divisions aren't decided yet either. We suspect the Rays, the Yankees, and the Red Sox will make the playoffs, but everything else is still up for grabs.
Credit: MLB.com
And while we often talk about teams like the Blue Jays, the Mariners, or the Guardians, it's interesting to note that the Orioles, flying under the radar, are also

For years, the Oilers have been searching for solutions in net. We've seen guys like Mike Smith, Mikko Koskinen, Jack Campbell, Stuart Skinner, Connor Ingram, and Tristan Jarry take turns as the team's No. 1 goaltender over the past few seasons.
And each time, the result has been… mediocre.
This summer, the team tried once again to find solutions. In addition to Jarry, the team acquired Devon Levi in a trade and also signed Frederik Andersen. Let's not forget that Andersen just helped the

Aaron Boone, Manager of the Year?
That's the question.
Before reading any further, please be aware that this is a trigger warning for #Yankees fans.Aaron Boone deserves consideration for Manager of the Year. Here's why: https://t.co/QLscJw9KWh
— David Lennon (@DPLennon) August 26, 2026
The Importance of Kazuma Okamoto
It's a good thing he's here.
The Blue Jays' Rookie of the Year drought will continue, but this might go down as the best rookie season in franchise history. https://t.co/rKRc

Jennifer Aniston has a direct connection to Dolly Parton because of Dumplin’. The main character in Julie Murphy’s book, which was adapted into a film, is Willowdean who loves Dolly and who learns to love herself through Dolly’s music. The story is basically a love letter to Dolly and everything she represents.Dolly does not appear in the film but she was heavily involved as a producer and also contributed to every song on the soundtrack. Jennifer’s producing partner, Kri

The Vancouver International Film Festival ( VIFF ) has announced its 2026 programming.Running Oct. 1-11, VIFF ’s 45th edition will present 162 features, including 12 world premieres and 49 Canadian premieres, and 91 short films and two episodic series from 76 different nations.General ticket sales begin at noon on Aug. 27 at viff.org .The opening film for the festival is the much talked about The Debut from writer/director/actor Jesse Eisenberg (When You Finish Saving the World, A Real Pa

The Vancouver International Film Festival ( VIFF ) has announced its 2026 programming.Running Oct. 1-11, VIFF ’s 45th edition will present 162 features, including 12 world premieres and 49 Canadian premieres, and 91 short films and two episodic series from 76 different nations.General ticket sales begin at noon on Aug. 27 at viff.org .The opening film for the festival is the much talked about The Debut from writer/director/actor Jesse Eisenberg (When You Finish Saving the World, A Real Pa

In 25-26, none of the Canadiens’ games were broadcast by U.S. networks.
Not a single one!
But things are changing: six Canadiens games will be broadcast on ESPN and TNT this season—a pretty interesting sign that the Montreal club is starting to attract more attention across the border.
Honestly, it's not really surprising… since the Canadiens have become a much more interesting team to watch.
Nick Suzuki has established himself as one of the best players in the NHL, Cole Caufi

It's still unclear where Patrik Laine will play in '26–'27.
The reason is very simple: the forward is still a free agent. He hasn't been able to agree to contract terms with any National Hockey League team.
And for the past few days… there have been reports linking him to the two Florida teams. 
But according to George Richards, who covers the Panthers, there's nothing concrete at this point between the player and the club.
Richards mentioned in an article that this is all just

Our favorite sport continues to fly under the radar throughout the province, and you've come to the right place to stay up to date on the latest news. Plus, you can learn more about upcoming events you won't want to miss. See for yourself why Quebec baseball is worth checking out every chance you get.
To kick things off today, we'd like to highlight the improvements to sports facilities in Quebec. For example, in Laval-Nord, last week saw the grand opening of Parc Pépin. The two completel

According to PEOPLE, Harry and Meghan are on the move and have landed in the UK. The only photos I’ve seen tied to this story are at Page Six and you can’t see actually see them, it’s just airplanes and some airport staff.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Meghan, Duchess of Sussex (@meghan)
Not televising the reunion of 30 Rock, a TV show about making a TV show? Ya I get it, live shows don’t always transfer well but what is Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s plan

Starting next season, the NFL will add a historical touch to the jerseys of its new players.
For the first
time, all NFL rookies will wear a Debut Patch
—a specially designed patch to mark their very first appearance on a professional field.
The concept is particularly unique. As soon as a young player makes his official game debut, the patch on his jersey will be removed. However, it won't simply be kept as a souvenir—it will then be incorporated into a one-of-a-kind collectible car

On October 25, the Jets and the Canadiens will face off in an away game.
The game will be held at the Winnipeg Blue Bombers' stadium (Princess Auto Stadium).
It's sure to make for some great footage… and it's sure to be a memorable moment for the players taking part.
That said, we learned early this afternoon that several former Canadiens players will be suiting up for the all-time game between the two teams, which will be played the day before (October 24).
Who's on the roster?
Guys like

The San Diego Padres have new owners. The Seidler family has officially sold the club, and José E. Feliciano and Kwanza Jones are now at the helm of the team.
As a reminder, the team's former owner, Peter Seidler, passed away in 2023.
Naturally, people were wondering what the new owners would say about the team's payroll. We know that, in recent years, the Padres haven't been afraid to spend big money despite the small size of their market.
And during their press conference, the new owner

Josh Yohe, a reporter who covers the Penguins for The Athletic, has published a series of articles ranking NHL cities that are worth visiting for people from Pittsburgh.
Distance is a factor, but it's not the only one considered. Otherwise, the Flyers wouldn't be ranked #28 on Yohe's list.
And it's interesting to note that the journalist recommends the Bell Centre and Montreal as the #1 place in the NHL for Penguins fans to visit.
The Canucks, the Lightning, and the Panthers follow the Habs, in

The New York Giants will have to deal with a major loss even before the regular season begins.
Wide receiver Calvin Austin
has reportedly suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his right knee and is expected to miss the entire season, according to a source familiar with the situation cited Wednesday by the Associated Press.
The New York organization has not yet officially confirmed the exact nature of the injury. Austin, however, was injured Tuesday during a one-on-one
drill at
trai

Maybe to a certain section of sports fan Tom Brady is a god, but in pop culture circles he continues to be the most divorced man who ever divorced. JLo has been divorced four times and she is far less divorced than Tom Brady.What is it about Tom? He is elite in his accomplishments, he is well groomed, he is gainfully employed, he doesn’t have a bad reputation. He’s not stumbling out of nightclubs or doing TikTok dances, he’s not dating 22-year-olds or fighting with people in th

What lies ahead for Alex Newhook this season?
By necessity, he'll be considered an option for the team's top six. After all, there are still two spots up for grabs due to the GM's inaction this summer.
And since Newhook has often played alongside Ivan Demidov over the past year—and the former Avalanche player is also capable of playing center—he's a natural candidate for a key role.
Newhook's performance in 2025–2026 (both early in the season and in the playoffs) will force the

Miley Cyrus is heading into her next album cycle. Fans have spotted billboards across New York City and Los Angeles courtesy of Spotify that seem to be teasing new music from an unspecified artist. The sole image is a red closeup of one eye with the statement “coming soon”. Miley fans can recognize those eyes in the image anywhere – it’s her.
Adding further fuel to the fire is Mert Alas, Miley’s creative director. He shared a photo of the billboards on his Instagram

Montreal Alouettes head coach Jason Maas clearly has no intention of letting disciplinary issues take hold.
After a
convincing 46-16
victory
over the Ottawa Rouge et Noir, the Montreal coach was particularly concerned about the 12 penalties called against his team, resulting in a total loss of 90 yards.
Maas believes these penalties were justified and stresses that his team must absolutely correct this issue. The stakes will be even higher this week, as the Alouettes face the
Winnipeg Blue Bombe

Dana Brown took over as general manager of the Houston Astros in 2023. During the previous offseason, owner Jim Crane and then-general manager Jim Click had been unable to reach an agreement on a new contract after Click had built a team that won the World Series.
Although Brown helped the Astros reach the playoffs in 2023 and 2024, the franchise missed the postseason for the first time since 2016 last year.
And it appears that Crane felt this was the right time to part ways with his general man

There won't be many new players to watch when the Canadiens' training camp kicks off in three weeks. However, there's one “veteran” player who will catch my attention more than the others: Samuel Montembeault.
And I won't be the only one.
Louis Jean was a guest on Meeker Guerrier's show last night on 98.5 FM, and he devoted almost his entire segment to the Quebec goaltender. Go listen to it—it's excellent.
Louis Jean recalled that once the 2025–26 season was over, he beli

The NFL continues to expand internationally, and several major cities are emerging as serious candidates to host more games—or even a long-term franchise.
Mexico City, Toronto, and Berlin,
in particular, have many strengths: a large population, a solid fan base, and relatively favorable logistics.
In Mexico, the NFL already has a well-established history. Mexico City hosted games between 2016 and 2022 and is expected to return to the schedule starting in 2026, with games scheduled at Banor