Anthony Sanfilippo, Author at The Rapid City Post

Calgary Flames' Jonathan Huberdeau, left, celebrates after his goal with Mackenzie Weegar (52) during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the Philadelphia Flyers, Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)

Jonathan Huberdeau scores twice to lift Flames over Flyers 2-1

November 2, 2025

Jonathan Huberdeau scored twice as the Calgary Flames edged the Philadelphia Flyers 2-1 on Sunday in a sluggish matchup between two tired teams. Huberdeau struck in both the second and third periods to snap Calgary’s three-game skid, while Dustin Wolf earned his third win of the season. Travis Konecny had Philadelphia’s lone goal, but the Flyers dropped their second straight and played without injured winger Tyson Foerster.

Toronto Maple Leafs' Chris Tanev is taken off the ice on a stretcher by medical staff after a collision during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the Philadelphia Flyers, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)

Chris Tanev hospitalized after collision in Maple Leafs’ win

November 1, 2025

Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Chris Tanev was taken to the hospital after an on-ice collision with another player in a 5-2 win over Philadelphia but had movement in all extremities. Tanev collided with Philadelphia forward Matvei Michkov with 11:37 to play in Saturday night’ game. The contact was shoulder-to-shoulder, but Tanev’s head snapped back upon contact and he stayed face down on the ice. Maple Leafs coach Craig Berube said Tanev was moving and he think he’ll be all right. Tanev is getting some tests done and might be flying home to Toronto with the team.

Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz looks for the puck during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Philadelphia Flyers, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)

Matthews, Tavares lead Maple Leafs past Flyers 5-2; Tanev stretchered off after collision

November 1, 2025

Auston Matthews scored his sixth goal of the season and extended his point streak against Philadelphia to 12 games as the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Flyers 5-2. John Tavares added two assists, helping Nicholas Robertson and rookie Easton Cowan — who netted his first NHL goal — power Toronto to its third win in four games. The night turned somber late in the third period when defenseman Toronto’s Chris Tanev was stretchered off the ice following a collision with Matvei Michkov in his first game back from a concussion.

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler throws to the Texas Rangers in the second inning of a baseball game Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

Phillies ace Zack Wheeler needs additional surgery, is out for the rest of the season

August 23, 2025

Philadelphia Phillies ace Zack Wheeler’s season is over. The Phillies say Wheeler has been diagnosed with thoracic outlet syndrome and will require additional surgery that’s expected to sideline him for six to eight months. That could threaten his availability for the start of the 2026 season. The 35-year-old right-hander, who leads the National League with 195 strikeouts and was considered a Cy Young candidate, had surgery Monday to remove a blood clot from his upper right arm. While the loss is a blow to Philadelphia’s World Series hopes, team officials remain optimistic about their pitching depth and Wheeler’s eventual return.

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals, Friday, Aug. 15, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Daniel Kucin Jr.)

Phillies’ Zack Wheeler has surgery to remove blood clot in upper right arm

August 18, 2025

Philadelphia Phillies ace Zack Wheeler had surgery Monday to remove a blood clot in his upper right arm, and the team says a timeline for his recovery remains uncertain. The Phillies say Wheeler underwent a thrombolysis procedure by Dr. Paul DiMuzio at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. The 35-year-old Wheeler was placed on the 15-day injured list Saturday with a blood clot after experiencing worsening shoulder soreness. Wheeler, who made his third All-Star team last month, is 10-5 with a 2.71 ERA in 24 starts this season. He has a major league-high 195 strikeouts in 149 2/3 innings. He has thrown at least 192 innings in three of the previous four seasons.

FILE - Philadelphia Phillies' Bryce Harper is hit by a pitch Atlanta Braves' Spencer Strider during a baseball game, Tuesday, May 27, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Phillies slugger Bryce Harper remains day-to-day with bruised right elbow

May 30, 2025

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper remains day-to-day as he continues to recover from a bruised right elbow, leaving his return to the lineup uncertain. Harper was hit by a 95 mph fastball from Atlanta Braves pitcher Spencer Strider during the first inning on Tuesday. Although X-rays indicated no fracture, Harper described the injury as “still super sore” and has yet to resume swinging a bat. Harper’s elbow, which underwent Tommy John surgery in 2022, remains a sensitive area. Harper plans to wear a protective guard on his right elbow upon his return.

Anthony Sanfilippo.