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Hamilton Spectator
15-05-2025
- Sport
- Hamilton Spectator
‘It is unwavering': Bobrovsky showing why Panthers have full trust in him
TORONTO - Moments after the Florida Panthers put the finishing touches on their decisive Game 5 victory against the Toronto Maple Leafs, the dressing-room boom box blasted Paul Simon's 'You Can Call Me Al.' In one of the lines, Simon sings, 'I want a shot at redemption.' So did Panthers netminder Sergei Bobrovsky after his first two outings in the second-round series against the Toronto Maple Leafs. He was far from form in back-to-back losses but has rebounded with three straight wins, including a shutout string of 143 minutes and 25 seconds, broken with a late Nick Robertson goal in the Panthers' 6-1 victory on Wednesday. 'We have trust in Bob that you wouldn't believe. It is unwavering,' Florida defenceman Aaron Ekblad said. Panthers forward Sam Reinhart added, 'They're going to get their looks. But time and time again he makes the saves at this time of the year.' After a stellar opening-round series against the Tampa Bay Lightning, Bobrovsky was the weak link for the defending Stanley Cup champions as the Panthers fell behind 2-0 in the series. But in the last three outings, he's checked in with a shutout in Game 4 and has stopped 81 of 86 shots to turn the series in his club's favour. 'I wasn't thinking about it too much,' Bobrovsky said when asked about his first two outings in the series. 'I was just focusing on the next game.' Although the Maple Leafs waited until the game was out of hand in the third period before they peppered Bobrovsky with some good opportunities, the Panthers goalie made a key stop on a William Nylander breakaway midway through the first period with the game still goalless. 'He was pivotal for us with that stop,' Panthers head coach Paul Maurice said. Also pivotal for the Panthers was the depth scoring they received. Ekblad and his fellow blueliners Dmitry Kulikov and Niko Mikkola scored goals. Jesper Boqvist went from a seat in the press box in the past two games to the first line with captain Aleksander Barkov and Reinhart, subbing in for injured Evan Rodrigues. Boqvist converted a pass from Reinhart to give the visitors a 3-0 lead at the 10:05 mark of the second period. He also added an assist on Ekblad's icebreaker late in the first period. 'It was a good opportunity for me,' Boqvist said. 'I enjoyed it, and it probably helped I was playing with two of the best players in the world.' This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 14, 2025.
Winnipeg Free Press
15-05-2025
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
‘It is unwavering': Bobrovsky showing why Panthers have full trust in him
TORONTO – Moments after the Florida Panthers put the finishing touches on their decisive Game 5 victory against the Toronto Maple Leafs, the dressing-room boom box blasted Paul Simon's 'You Can Call Me Al.' In one of the lines, Simon sings, 'I want a shot at redemption.' So did Panthers netminder Sergei Bobrovsky after his first two outings in the second-round series against the Toronto Maple Leafs. He was far from form in back-to-back losses but has rebounded with three straight wins, including a shutout string of 143 minutes and 25 seconds, broken with a late Nick Robertson goal in the Panthers' 6-1 victory on Wednesday. 'We have trust in Bob that you wouldn't believe. It is unwavering,' Florida defenceman Aaron Ekblad said. Panthers forward Sam Reinhart added, 'They're going to get their looks. But time and time again he makes the saves at this time of the year.' After a stellar opening-round series against the Tampa Bay Lightning, Bobrovsky was the weak link for the defending Stanley Cup champions as the Panthers fell behind 2-0 in the series. But in the last three outings, he's checked in with a shutout in Game 4 and has stopped 81 of 86 shots to turn the series in his club's favour. 'I wasn't thinking about it too much,' Bobrovsky said when asked about his first two outings in the series. 'I was just focusing on the next game.' Although the Maple Leafs waited until the game was out of hand in the third period before they peppered Bobrovsky with some good opportunities, the Panthers goalie made a key stop on a William Nylander breakaway midway through the first period with the game still goalless. 'He was pivotal for us with that stop,' Panthers head coach Paul Maurice said. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. Also pivotal for the Panthers was the depth scoring they received. Ekblad and his fellow blueliners Dmitry Kulikov and Niko Mikkola scored goals. Jesper Boqvist went from a seat in the press box in the past two games to the first line with captain Aleksander Barkov and Reinhart, subbing in for injured Evan Rodrigues. Boqvist converted a pass from Reinhart to give the visitors a 3-0 lead at the 10:05 mark of the second period. He also added an assist on Ekblad's icebreaker late in the first period. 'It was a good opportunity for me,' Boqvist said. 'I enjoyed it, and it probably helped I was playing with two of the best players in the world.' This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 14, 2025.
Global News
15-05-2025
- Sport
- Global News
Bobrovsky finds form after tough first two games
TORONTO – Moments after the Florida Panthers put the finishing touches on their decisive Game 5 victory against the Toronto Maple Leafs, the dressing-room boom box blasted Paul Simon's 'You Can Call Me Al.' In one of the lines, Simon sings, 'I want a shot at redemption.' So did Panthers netminder Sergei Bobrovsky after his first two outings in the second-round series against the Toronto Maple Leafs. He was far from form in back-to-back losses but has rebounded with three straight wins, including a shutout string of 143 minutes and 25 seconds, broken with a late Nick Robertson goal in the Panthers' 6-1 victory on Wednesday. 'We have trust in Bob that you wouldn't believe. It is unwavering,' Florida defenceman Aaron Ekblad said. Story continues below advertisement Panthers forward Sam Reinhart added, 'They're going to get their looks. But time and time again he makes the saves at this time of the year.' Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy After a stellar opening-round series against the Tampa Bay Lightning, Bobrovsky was the weak link for the defending Stanley Cup champions as the Panthers fell behind 2-0 in the series. But in the last three outings, he's checked in with a shutout in Game 4 and has stopped 81 of 86 shots to turn the series in his club's favour. 'I wasn't thinking about it too much,' Bobrovsky said when asked about his first two outings in the series. 'I was just focusing on the next game.' Although the Maple Leafs waited until the game was out of hand in the third period before they peppered Bobrovsky with some good opportunities, the Panthers goalie made a key stop on a William Nylander breakaway midway through the first period with the game still goalless. 'He was pivotal for us with that stop,' Panthers head coach Paul Maurice said. Also pivotal for the Panthers was the depth scoring they received. Ekblad and his fellow blueliners Dmitry Kulikov and Niko Mikkola scored goals. Jesper Boqvist went from a seat in the press box in the past two games to the first line with captain Aleksander Barkov and Reinhart, subbing in for injured Evan Rodrigues. Story continues below advertisement Boqvist converted a pass from Reinhart to give the visitors a 3-0 lead at the 10:05 mark of the second period. He also added an assist on Ekblad's icebreaker late in the first period. 'It was a good opportunity for me,' Boqvist said. 'I enjoyed it, and it probably helped I was playing with two of the best players in the world.' This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 14, 2025.
Wales Online
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Paul Simon's 'time is up' confession after heartbreaking health battle
Paul Simon's 'time is up' confession after heartbreaking health battle The 83-year-old singer-songwriter made the admission in a new interview ahead of the release of his 15th solo album, Seven Psalms, in 2023 Paul Simon made a candid admission about his health during an interview discussing his album Seven Psalms (Image: Stefan Hoederath, Redfernsvia Getty Images ) Paul Simon has shared a poignant insight with a three-word admission over his health. The legendary singer-songwriter acknowledged that his generation's "time is up" following the deaths of fellow icons Jeff Beck and Gordon Lightfoot. Paul, now 83, made the sombre admission while discussing the release of his 15th solo album, 'Seven Psalms', in 2023. The American star opened up about a health issue that affected the recording of the album. During the production process, Paul experienced a significant hearing loss in his left ear. Speaking with The Times, he revealed: "Quite suddenly I lost most of the hearing in my left ear, and nobody has an explanation for it. So everything became more difficult. "My reaction to that was frustration and annoyance; not quite anger yet, because I thought it would pass, it would repair itself." At the time of the interview, his hearing had not improved, casting doubt on any potential return to live performing. Article continues below Regardless, the acclaimed 'You Can Call Me Al' artist showed resilience. He stated: "The songs of mine that I don't want to sing live, I don't sing them. Sometimes there are songs that I like and then at a certain point in a tour, I'll say, 'What the f*** are you doing, Paul?'" The star opened up on his health struggles (Image: Gary Gershoff, WireImagevia Getty Images ) In crafting the final song of the album, titled 'Wait,' Paul confronted a deeper understanding of the lyrics as they resonated with his life's journey, reports the Express. He evocatively wrote: "Heaven is beautiful/It's almost like home/Children, get ready/It's time to come home." With a closing chorus of "Amen" accompanied by tolling bells, the song intimates the profound sense of an ending. Paul told The Times: "It's a spooky thing to be writing something and just be thinking, 'Oh, this is what the song needs. And then it's, 'By the way, this is about you. You're actually the subject of this.'" Paul made a gutwrenching statement about his generation of stars (Image: CBS Photo Archive, CBS via Getty Images ) He added: "It's just the age we're at. Gordon Lightfoot just passed away; Jeff Beck too. My generation's time is up." Article continues below Paul gave a positive update in 2024 about his hearing at the premiere of the documentary In Restless Dreams: The Music of Paul Simon. Paul revealed that his hearing had returned to a degree that allowed him to sing and play instruments comfortably. He said: "I can hear my voice the way I want it in the context of the music. If there's a drum or an electric guitar, it's too loud and I can't hear my voice. But when I first lost the hearing, I couldn't get it, it threw me off. Everything was coming from this side."
Associated Press
26-03-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
Mikaela Shiffrin thinks about her dad often in a season marked by serious crash, memorable milestone
SUN VALLEY, Idaho (AP) — Mikaela Shiffrin was attending a celebration party at the World Cup finals when the band began playing the Paul Simon song 'You Can Call Me Al.' The tears suddenly began to form. That was her dad's favorite tune. These days, the American ski racing standout has been thinking a lot about her father, Jeff Shiffrin. He died five years ago in a home accident. Her father helped nurture her love of skiing. He offered tips and suggestions, usually taking in her races off to the side and with a camera dangling from a strap around his neck. Mikaela Shiffrin can't help wonder what he would've thought of her recently earning World Cup win No. 100. 'I just wish,' she said, 'I could ask him.' This season has been so difficult for Shiffrin, a painful season that winds down Thursday after her slalom race at the World Cup finals. The two-time Olympic champion continues to work her way back from a crash during the giant slalom in Killington, Vermont, in November. She suffered a deep puncture wound that caused severe trauma to her oblique muscles. It caused emotional trauma, too, leaving her with post-traumatic stress disorder in the GS. Next season, there's the pressure of the Milan-Cortina Olympics. and didn't medal over five individual events. Dad could've been a huge help in managing all of these emotions. Jeff Shiffrin died at age 65 on Feb. 2, 2020, in an accident at the family home in Colorado. He was an anesthesiologist who leaned on his background in clinical science to help Mikaela develop original training methods and unique workout programs. What he instilled in her was focus and to remain present in any moment. On race days, he pretty much stayed in the background, sometimes even climbing trees adjacent to a race hill to catch a glimpse of her flying through a course. Her father, with his familiar bushy mustache, was always there for suggestions, video breakdown and, of course, hugs. 'This season I've been definitely thinking about him a lot,' Mikaela Shiffrin said in an interview with The Associated Press. 'A lot of it has been more emotional and I think more sad than it's been in a while, actually. I'm sure that's tied to some of the other experiences I've had this year.' She's not quite sure what he would've thought of her winning her 100th World Cup race during a slalom in Sestriere, Italy, on Feb. 23. 'One of the worst things for me is when people say he would have been proud,' Shiffrin said. 'I'm like, 'Well, we don't know that. Maybe he would have told me to move on from ski racing now. Go find something else to do.' 'But I imagine he would have been sort of like the awkward, giggly dad proud. If anyone asked him, he might have brushed it off and been like, 'We're just trying to ski well.'' She's got her mom and brother for support. Her fiance, Norwegian standout Aleksander Aamodt Kilde, too. She leans on them — and will lean on them as the Olympics approach. Because the Beijing Games will be mentioned often to Shiffrin. Everything just felt different, including the venue and the lack of fans because of the pandemic to create any sort of buzz. This version of the Winter Games takes place at a well-known venue in Cortina, on a well-known hill where Shiffrin won a World Cup super-G race in 2019 and a world championship Alpine combined gold medal in 2021. 'In many ways, Cortina is going to be — it might actually feel like my first Olympics in a place where Alpine skiing doesn't feel like an afterthought,' said Shiffrin, who won the slalom at the 2014 Sochi Games and the GS gold four years later in Pyeongchang. She figures to have company in the spotlight, too, with Lindsey Vonn back on the scene. The 40-year-old Vonn recently completed her comeback season after a partial knee replacement with a second-place showing at the World Cup finals in the super-G. 'Watching her ski that way (Sunday) with really challenging conditions ... was really impressive,' the 30-year-old Shiffrin said. 'I thought her skiing was really powerful.' On Thursday, no matter how she finishes, Shiffrin will be relinquishing her overall slalom title after winning the discipline's crystal globe the past two seasons. She currently is sixth in the season-long slalom standings (she missed four slalom races after her crash), with a chance to finish second or third. Zrinka Ljutic Croatia leads with three other racers within striking distance for the crown. 'There's still a level of focus and intensity that I really want to bring to the slalom,' Shiffrin said. 'I also want to ski my best. For whatever is in front of me, I want to be able to handle it with my best game, my best turns.' That's a mindset her dad helped instill. Lately, little things have been reminding her of him. Like that Simon song. 'That song (coming on at the celebration), it was a gift for me,' Shiffrin said. 'I was just like, 'Oh my gosh, I'm going to start bawling.' Certain music makes me think of him. Certain clothing makes me think of him. Those memories come back in flashes and at very unexpected times.'
