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Hockey news — August 29, 2026

Publications tagged with Hockey published on August 29, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

10 publications

  1. SportsHockey

    Juan Soto Returns, Helps Mets Beat Astros 6-2

    Juan Soto, activated from the injured list before the game, had the go-ahead RBI single in the fifth inning, leading the New York Mets to a 6-2 victory over the Houston Astros. Soto returned after missing 31 games with a calf injury. Jared Young added a two-run triple and Francisco Alvarez hit a two-run double in the win. Nolan McLean pitched seven strong innings for the Mets. The Astros' Yordan Alvarez hit his AL-leading 38th home run in the loss.
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  3. PoliticsRegulatorsMiddle EastHockey

    Richarlison Asks to Leave Tottenham, Coach Confirms

    Tottenham Hotspur coach Roberto De Zerbi has revealed that Brazilian forward Richarlison has asked to leave the club. The 29-year-old, who arrived at Tottenham in 2022, has a contract until mid-2027. De Zerbi confirmed that Richarlison has expressed his desire to depart 'many times'. The transfer window in England closes on Tuesday, leaving Richarlison little time to resolve his future.
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  4. SportsMiddle EastHockey

    Josh Dobbs Wins Backup QB Battle for Detroit Lions

    In the final preseason game against the Indianapolis Colts, Josh Dobbs secured the backup quarterback position for the Detroit Lions with an impressive performance. Completing 15 of 19 passes for 128 yards and two touchdowns, Dobbs finished with a 129.8 passer rating and did not turn the ball over. Head coach Dan Campbell praised Dobbs' composure and conviction, suggesting he has won the QB2 competition. While Luke Altmyer also played, Dobbs' strong outing made the decision easier for the Lions.
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  6. SportsUnited KingdomHardwareHockey

    Circle Becomes Chelsea FC's New Principal Partner and Front-of-Shirt Sponsor

    Circle, the issuer of USDC stablecoin, has been announced as the new principal partner and official front-of-shirt sponsor for Chelsea Football Club. Starting from the 2026/27 season, USDC will appear on the front of Chelsea's men's, women's, and academy shirts. This marks the first time a crypto financial services firm has become the principal front-of-shirt sponsor of a Premier League club. The deal's financial terms were not disclosed.
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  7. SportsEuropeHockey

    Barcelona's Strong Defensive Start Under Flick

    Barcelona has started the La Liga season with two consecutive clean sheets under Hansi Flick, a feat not achieved since the 2023-24 season. This defensive solidity is a result of Flick's tactical adjustments, including the use of Eric Garcia at right-back, the versatility of Xavi Espart, and the reliability of the center-back pairing of Andreas Christensen and Gerard Martín. The team's defensive performance has been praised by journalists Gabriel Sanz and Victor Martinez, with Sanz highlighting that Barcelona is the only team in La Liga yet to concede a goal alongside Real Betis. Flick's changes have paid off, with Barcelona finding answers to their defensive questions and showing great promise in the early stages of the season.
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  8. SportsEuropeHockey

    Botafogo-PB Aims to Secure First Place in Serie C

    Botafogo-PB, already qualified for the access playoff, travels to Aracaju to face Itabaiana in the 19th round of the Brazilian Serie C Championship. Despite their qualification, coach Marcelo Fernandes guarantees he will field the best possible team to secure victory and potentially finish the first phase among the top four teams. The match takes place on Saturday at 5 PM at the Etelvino Mendonça Stadium.
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  10. SportsHockey

    Texas High School Football Returns

    The 2026 high school football season kicked off in Texas, with several key matchups and impressive performances. Notable games include Duncanville vs. Allen, Jenks (OK) vs. Southlake Carroll, and DeSoto (TX) vs. St. Thomas Aquinas (FL). In El Paso, Hanks defeated Montwood 63-27. In Houston, several games were played, including College Park vs. Iowa Colony and Katy Taylor vs. Oak Ridge. In San Antonio, Steele beat Reagan 52-21, and in Austin, Anderson defeated Johnson 34-6. Westlake hosted Inglewood (CA) in a highly anticipated matchup.
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