Witchy Cinderella

Netflix has a new animated feature premiering in time for American Thanksgiving on November 20th with an impressive cast. Bette Midler is the fairy godmother, Daniel Radcliffe is the prince, Amanda Seyfried is Cinderella… but she’s not the main character. Instead Steps is a reimagining of the Cinderella story that includes the perspective of the so-called evil stepsisters, Lilith and Margot, played by Ali Wong and Stephanie Hsu who, obviously, are of East Asian heritage, and are depicted as

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

Text messages submitted to the court by the family
The death of Kimberly Fattorini, a Playboy employee who died in 2017, is back in the news. Text messages allegedly exchanged between former NFL linebacker Shawne Merriman and a friend on the day of her death have been filed in court by the young woman's family, as reported by TMZ.
According to court documents obtained by the media outlet, the conversation allegedly took place on July 21, 2017, between Merriman and nightclub promoter Elias Wehbe.

The Carolina Hurricanes are (once again) having an excellent season.
They currently sit atop the entire NHL with a record of 15-3-2.
They already have a strong roster, but they also have some room to make moves.
One might wonder what they could possibly add, given how good they already are. They have the best offense and the best defense in the NHL (goals for and goals against).
Bruce Garrioch mentioned in an article for the Toronto Sun that the Canes are looking to add some offensive firepower

It's the new trend in the NHL: asking your team for a trade when things aren't going so well.
There may certainly be valid reasons why a player under contract decides to make such a request—and to choose where he'd like to play—but generally speaking, it's still frowned upon.
I'm among those who believe that players with a no-trade clause who request a trade shouldn't have the right to choose their destination. If the team makes the request first, then the player could decide where he'd like

It was recently reported that Russia will return to international competition after the CAS (Court of Arbitration for Sport) ordered the IIHF to reinstate Russia.
The next international tournament will be the World Junior Championship this winter, and we also know that Norway will have to give up its spot to the Russians at the World Junior Championship.
Clearly, this decision is not universally welcomed in the hockey world, given the war with Ukraine.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney had als

Tarik Skubal is the name to watch on the free-agent market this winter. The question is where the pitcher, who finished the season with the Dodgers, will continue his career.
He's expected to sign a (very) big contract—the only questions left are what it will look like… and which team will offer it to him.
Right now, there's a sense of optimism surrounding the Mets' bid. People throughout the league feel like they're pretty much in it alone in this race.
Except that Ken Rosenthal isn't neces

Last night, the Avalanche suffered two major losses. Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar, the team's two superstars, were both injured in a loss to the Senators.
Obviously, this isn't what anyone in Colorado was hoping for.
But this news was drawing particular attention in Montreal… because the Avalanche are set to face the Canadiens tomorrow night. So people were wondering whether the two players would be able to play or not.
And now, according to Adrian Dater—who's well-connected with the team

The Canadiens have had a strong start to the season so far. The team has a record of 12-3-4… even though it has had to cope with the absence of key players since the start of the season.
Ivan Demidov has played only two games, Nick Suzuki has missed a handful of games, and Mike Matheson has also been sidelined, among others.
As a result, the team's problems are less apparent right now. But it's safe to assume that, despite everything, the Habs would still like to land the much-needed second-li

Clubs are calling for Jose Soriano
However, the Blue Jays have no plans to trade him.Sounds like the Blue Jays have also had teams inquire about Jose Soriano, though they have no intention of trading him. The Jays are hoping to add to their starting rotation this winter, not take anyone away from it.
— Ben Nicholson-Smith (@bnicholsonsmith) November 13, 2026Adrian Morejon to the Yankees?
If David Bednar leaves, it could be a possibility.https://t.co/oZfbn0NNJL
— MLB Deadline News (@MLBDeadli