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DeutschReal Madrid agree terms with Celta Vigo starlet ahead of La Liga meeting
Real Madrid are hoping to return to winning ways on Friday when they make the trip to Balaidos to take on Celta Vigo in La Liga. Alvaro Arbeloa’s side are hoping to avoid going down to a second defeat of the season against the Galicians, although they have been busy in that area in the lead-up to the match.
In recent years, Real Madrid have made a conscious effort to improve the options they have in La Fabrica. Few players have managed to make the step up to the senior squad, although there are signs that more could be about to join the likes of Dani Carvajal and Raul Asencio in having broken through.
One player that could go so in years to come is Mateo Quintana. As per ESPN (via ED), Real Madrid have reached an agreement to sign the Spain U14 international at the end of the season from Celta’s well-renowned academy.
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Quintana to follow in footsteps of another Celta starlet
Real Madrid have agreed terms with Quintana, which means that Celta can do little to stop him leaving for nothing. The 14-year-old becomes the latest teenager to swap Galicia for the Spanish capital, following the high-profile case of Bryan Bugarín, who is still on the books at Valdebebas after making the move in 2021.
If it is the case that Arbeloa remains as Real Madrid head coach beyond the end of this season, which currently looks unlikely, there would be many chances of La Fabrica stars to be involved in the first team fold going forward. The likes of David Jimenez, Thiago Pitarch and Cesar Palacios have all featured since the change of manager in January, and in the years to come, Quintana will hope that he can also make the desired impression that leads to being called upon by Los Blancos.
Oilers cut ties with $3.6 million forward with trade before deadline
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The Edmonton Oilers have moved on.
Andrew Mangiapane ended up being a total bust, but at least they found a way off of him.
He's reportedly being sent to the Chicago Blackhawks in a fascinating deal reported Wednesday night:
Trade details, per sources:
— Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) March 5, 2026
To #LetsGoOilers:
C Jason Dickinson (50% retained)
F Colton Dach
To #Blackhawks:
F Andrew Mangiapane
2027 1st Round Pick
Condition: 1st round pick is Top 12 protected.
MORE: Maple Leafs getting help from Flyers to trade veteran center
The Oilers actually made this deal more likely by passing Mangiapane through waivers earlier in the week.
The Athletic's Chris Johnston wrote : "Quite the contrary, in fact, because an acquiring team can send Mangiapane directly to the AHL once he’s passed through waivers and would be in a position to get a sweetener from Edmonton for taking on his contract. Mangiapane’s game is a long way from the 35-goal season he had in 2021-22, but he did score 13 even-strength goals in Washington last season and was also deployed as a penalty killer on the league’s fifth-best unit. Edmonton is desperate to clear up cap space for other moves, so he has to go."
Mangiapane has a $3.6 million annual average value and is still under contract through the 2026-27 season.
That appears to be Chicago's problem now.
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Northern Kentucky claims 4 titles at Class 3A indoor track state meet
The Kentucky High School Athletic Association indoor state track meet rolled on on Wednesday, March 4. One day after Beechwood claimed the Class 1A boys team title, three Northern Kentucky big schools combined for four individual state titles in Class 3A.
Cooper's Paul Van Laningham won the 3,200-meter run in 9:09.49 and took second place in the 1,600-meter run in 4:07.88. It was a reversal of his results at the 2025 indoor state meet and earned him his fifth overall state title. He scored all of Cooper's points, good for ninth place in the team standings with 18 points.
Van Laningham's teammate, Ava Dunn, got the day started with a shot put title, throwing the 8.82-pound ball 39 feet, 3.25 inches.
Simon Kenton's Alexis Howard won the long jump with an attempt of 18 feet, 7.25 inches, then claimed the triple jump title with a distance of 37 feet, 4.25 inches. It is her second straight indoor long jump title and third overall as she also claimed the 2024 outdoor title. Taking fifth place in the 55-meter dash, she scored all 24 points for SK, finishing in a tie for eighth place. Cooper was right behind with 22 points.
Finally, Conner's Avery Vanlandingham win the 800-meter run in 2:17.55, out-leaning North Oldham's Millie Huang at the line.
This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Northern Kentucky claims 4 titles at Class 3A indoor track state meet
Colorado trades for defenseman Nick Blankenburg
The Colorado Avalanche traded a 2027 fifth‑round pick to the Nashville Predators for right‑hander defenseman Nick Blankenburg, a 27‑year‑old who will serve as depth ahead of the NHL trade deadline.
Blankenburg has posted 21 points (6 goals, 15 assists) in 49 games for Nashville this season and will be an unrestricted free agent after the 2025‑26 campaign.
Houston Rodeo 2026: March 2-22
The 2026 Houston Rodeo kicks off on March 2 and will run through March 22, featuring a full lineup of entertainers and classic rodeo events.
Tickets are available now, and the event promises a blend of traditional rodeo action and modern entertainment for visitors of all ages.