Hockey news — September 2, 2026

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1. SportsEuropeUnited KingdomHockey

   Sep 2, 2026, 21:04 UTC

   

   Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Struggles Continue

   Vladimir Guerrero Jr. continues to struggle at the plate for the Toronto Blue Jays, batting third against the Cleveland Guardians after a 6-1 loss. Guerrero has hit only 7 home runs this season and is batting .258 with 48 RBIs. The Blue Jays are 68-71 and trail the Guardians by 2.5 games for the final wild card spot.

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2. SportsNorth AmericaHockey

   Sep 2, 2026, 18:54 UTC

   

   Texans' C.J. Stroud Contract Talks: Deadline Approaching, $50M Offer on the Table

   The Houston Texans and quarterback C.J. Stroud are in negotiations for a contract extension, with a Week 1 deadline looming. The Texans have reportedly offered Stroud a deal that would place him in the $50 million club, but Stroud is prepared to play the season without a new deal if necessary. Texans GM Nick Caserio has maintained that talks could continue into the regular season, but Stroud's recent struggles and the team's history of not negotiating during the season could complicate matters.

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3. SportsHockey

   Sep 2, 2026, 17:12 UTC

   

   Rodinei Joins Santos from Olympiacos

   Rodinei, a 35-year-old right-back, has left Olympiacos after four years and signed with Brazilian club Santos until December 2027. The transfer was agreed upon by both clubs, with Rodinei expected to compete for a starting spot. He previously played for Corinthians, Internacional, and Flamengo in Brazil.

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4. SportsHockey

   Sep 2, 2026, 06:59 UTC

   

   Galatasaray Signs El Chadaille Bitshiabu on Loan from RB Leipzig

   Galatasaray has agreed to sign French defender El Chadaille Bitshiabu on loan from RB Leipzig to strengthen its defense. The 21-year-old will join the Turkish club with an initial loan deal including a buy option clause. Bitshiabu arrived in Istanbul for medical tests today.

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5. SportsHockey

   Sep 2, 2026, 02:17 UTC

   

   Steelers' Joey Porter Jr. Contract Deadline Looms

   The Pittsburgh Steelers and cornerback Joey Porter Jr. are in a contract standoff with a looming deadline. Porter Jr., who is entering the final year of his rookie deal, has been seeking an extension but the Steelers maintain their policy of not negotiating contracts during the regular season. The team has until Week 1 to reach an agreement with Porter Jr., who is also dealing with a back injury that kept him out of most of training camp. If no deal is reached, Porter Jr. may hold out or be traded.

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