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James van Riemsdyk scores 2 PP goals; Bruins beat Nashville 3-2

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:23:11 GMT

BOSTON (AP) — James van Riemsdyk broke a tie with his second goal of the game early in the third period, David Pastrnak scored on a penalty shot, and the Boston Bruins beat the Nashville Predators 3-2 on Saturday night.Both of van Riemsdyk’s goals — his first two in his initial season with the Bruins — came on a power play.“Anytime you get your first one, it definitely helps you relax a little bit,” he said. “We moved the puck around pretty well and we made good plays just to get the puck to the net. We kept it simple and tried to get traffic down there and, obviously, we got rewarded.”Jeremy Swayman made 34 saves in his season debut for Boston (2-0), which killed seven penalties.Colton Sissons scored both goals for the Predators (1-2) and Juuse Saros made 29 stops. Saros has played all their games so far this season.“I think both sides of the special teams left wanting more tonight,” Sissons said. “We had a lot of opportunities on the power play, but we’ve got to do our job o...

Revolution fall 3-2 to Nashville SC in final road game

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:23:11 GMT

The New England Revolution continue to fall short on the homestretch to the MLS playoffs.Nashville SC blitzed the Revolution for three goals in the first half and desperately held on in the second to post a 3-2 victory on Saturday night at Geodis Park. Sam Surridge notched a brace for Nashville while Tomas Chancalay netted a pair for the Revs.The Revolution fell to 14-8-10 overall, 3-8-6 on the road and 1-4-3 since Labor Day weekend under interim head coaches Richie Williams and Clint Peay. Nashville improved to 13-10-10 and remained in seventh place with one game remaining.The Revolution remain in fifth place and close out the regular season against the third-place Philadelphia Union (15-8-10) at Gillette Stadium next Saturday.Peay was compelled to make several changes to the Starting XI that were beaten 3-2 on Oct. 7 at Orlando City FC. The Revolution were without four key players who were away on international callups.The quartet consists of left back DeJuan Jones with the U.S. N...

Jeremy Swayman stops 33 shots, leads Bruins to 3-2 win

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:23:11 GMT

Just what the 2023-24 Bruins will be is still anyone’s guess, but it looks like they’ll be kill penalties and, yes, they may even be able to score on the power play.After going 0-for-3 on the man advantage in the opener, the B’s clicked on two power plays and killed seven penalties to survive the Nashville Predators, 3-2, on Saturday at the Garden.Jeremy Swayman turned away 33 shots to outduel Juuse Saros (28 saves).James van Riemsdyk, a net-from man extraordinaire throughout his career, potted his first two goals as a Bruin, thanks to his specialty. Meanwhile, the B’s took a grand total of seven minors, all in the first two periods, and were only nicked on what would have been their eighth. Brandon Carlo led the way with 7:21 of shorthanded ice time, while Charlie McAvoy had a team-high four blocks.“We’re getting a tremendous amount of momentum from (the killers) and our fans are so knowledgeable that they’re recognizing the great effort of...

Ex-SDPD officer behind bars for years-long illicit massage business scheme

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:23:11 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- A former San Diego police officer was sentenced to over two years behind bars in federal court on Friday for his central role in years-long prostitution scheme run out of illicit massage businesses.Peter Griffin, 79, pleaded guilty of charges stemming from the conspiracy to operate five businesses in California and Arizona for the sale of commercial sex under the guise of therapeutic massage services, according to a release from the office of U.S. Attorney Tara McGrath.Prosecutors say that the operation, which ran between 2013 and August 2023, included: incorporating their businesses with state agencies, advertising commercial sexual services online, taking advantage of women to perform these services, and benefiting financially from the illegal enterprises. Motorcyclist shot in Mount Hope; suspects remain on the loose “Illicit massage businesses hide in plain sight in many communities in America, including our district,” U.S. Attorney Tara K. McGrath said in the rele...

When the next solar eclipse can be seen in San Diego

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:23:11 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- Did you miss the "ring of fire" eclipse Saturday morning? Well, you won't have to wait long until the next one.On Apr. 8, 2024, a total eclipse will be seen across North and Central America, drawing out the stars during the daytime as the moon moves into a position that completely covers the sun.The spectacle is described as a "once in a lifetime" experience by those who are lucky enough to catch a glimpse of it. However, like Saturday's solar event, it will only be visible in its entirety across a narrow tract, known as the "path of totality."Projections for the total eclipse's path of totality indicates that it will first be seen in perfect alignment across central Mexico, before it passes northeast through Texas and up towards New York and Canada.A map showing the U.S. path of totality for the 2023 and 2024 solar eclipses can be found below.A map showing where the Moon’s shadow will cross the U.S. during the 2023 annular solar eclipse and 2024 total solar eclipse. (C...

Lamarque, École de Pensée big winners at Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:23:11 GMT

TORONTO — Montreal-based brands Lamarque and École de Pensée took home top prizes at the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards on Saturday night.Lamarque, which specializes in leather goods, won the award for womenswear designer of the year, while École de Pensée — which uses traditional tailoring and manufacturing techniques — was handed menswear designer of the year at the 10th edition of the event in Toronto.Streetwear designer Dorian Who won the emerging talent, fashion, award, while scarfmaker Life Liveth In Me won the same award for accessories.Accessory Designer of the Year went to Vitaly, which is known for its stainless steel products.Rudsak, a Canadian mainstay, took home outerwear brand of the year, while Cash Labs won the innovation award for its work bringing fashion into the metaverse.Moccasin-maker Manitobah won the fashion impact award, while outerwear company Triarchy won the sustainability prize.This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 14, 2023.The Can...

Back-to-back hat tricks for Matthews as Maple Leafs improve to 2-0

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:23:11 GMT

Auston Matthews registered his second hat trick in as many games to open the season as the Toronto Maple Leafs thumped the Minnesota Wild 7-4 on Saturday.William Nylander added two goals and an assist, Calle Jarnkrok had a goal and an assist, and Tyler Bertuzzi also scored for Toronto, which got 28 saves from Ilya Samsonov.Mitch Marner and Morgan Rielly added two assists each.Matthews is the fifth player in NHL history to open a season with back-to-back hat tricks, joining Alex Ovechkin (2017-18), Cy Denneny (1917-18), Joe Malone (1917-18) and Reg Noble (1917-18).Matt Boldy, Ryan Hartman, Marco Rossi and Brandon Duhaime replied for Minnesota. Jake Middleton and Connor Dewar both had two assists. Filip Gustavsson stopped 26 shots.Toronto, which picked up a 6-5 shootout victory over Montreal in its season-opener Wednesday, fell behind at 9:32 of the first period when Hartman tipped a shot past Samsonov.Matthews then started to take over.The Leafs centre, who won the Hart Trophy as NHL...

East Side church destroyed in early-morning fire

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:23:11 GMT

CHICAGO — A fire broke out at an over-a-century-old church in the East Side neighborhood overnight.The fire erupted at the Advocate United Church of Crist located on 103rd and Avenue L around 4 a.m. No one was in the building and no injuries were reported.Neighbors told WGN the noise woke them up and looked outside to see flames shooting out of the over 100-year-old church. ‘It’s just so senseless:’ Friend remembers man killed in attempted armed robbery in Humboldt Park Nearby residents of the church were ordered to evacuate, and the church pastor said when firefighters got there a brush of flames erupted upon opening the door. "Very emotional, I really don't have any words," senior pastor Rev. Malcom Griffith said.Rev. Griffith said he was doing ministry Friday and mentioned the building passed a code inspection. He also said the church is considered a lifeline for many people and is known for its work to help the homeless.

Woman accused of setting fire to Arlington Heights apartment

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:23:11 GMT

COOK COUNTY, Ill. — An Arlington Heights woman accused of setting her own apartment on fire has been charged, police say.According to Arlington Heights police, the fire started in 51-year-old Paula Cristina Sanchez's apartment in the 300 block of East Seegers Road on Thursday afternoon.Following the fire, investigators say evidence was recovered from the scene that indicated Sanchez had intentionally started the blaze. Security guard hospitalized after shooting in Grand Crossing Village inspectors deemed four nearby units uninhabitable due to damage from the fire, smoke and water.Sanchez has been charged with one count of aggravated arson. Authorities say she will remain in custody until her next court date on November 6.If convicted, Sanchez could face up to 30 years in prison.

2 injured in shooting near funeral home on Southwest Side

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:23:11 GMT

CHICAGO — An investigation is underway on Saturday night after a shooting outside of a funeral home on the city's Southwest Side, police say.According to Chicago police, two people were injured in the shooting, which happened around 4:40 p.m. on Saturday afternoon in the 5100 block of South Western Avenue in Gage Park. 8-year-old boy killed, woman injured after stabbing in Plainfield Township Officers say a 32-year-old man was shot in the arm and was taken to the hospital in fair condition. The second victim, a 72-year-old woman, suffered gunshot wounds to the leg, arm and side of her body. Police say she was taken to the hospital in good condition.Officers later recovered a vehicle in the 4200 block of West Gladys Avenue that police believe was used in the shooting. Police say two persons of interest were also taken in for questioning. Security guard hospitalized after shooting in Grand Crossing Currently, it is unclear what led to the shooting and officers say an investig...