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Scott Stinson: Doug Ford, Danielle Smith trade smiles and belt buckles as new pipeline proposal is announced

National Post

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July 6, 2026

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Narrative Analysis: Testimonial

The proposal for a 'Northern Shield' pipeline would build a Canada-only route from Alberta to southwestern Ontario

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NBC Sports

· Jul 12, 2026

NBA Free Agency Rumors, News: Latest on LeBron James, Russell Westbrook to Miami?

There have been a few signings as well.

SB Nation

· Jul 1, 2026

New update benefits Cavs in LeBron James sweepstakes

This latest update might give Cleveland an advantage in signing LeBron James.

USA TODAY Sports

· Jun 30, 2026

Where will LeBron James play after Lakers exit? Five potential landing spots

LeBron James plans to leave the Los Angeles Lakers. The Golden State Warriors and Cleveland Cavaliers are possible landing spots for next season.

NDTV

lean right

· Jun 27, 2026

Do The Los Angeles Lakers And LeBron James Need Each Other More Than Ever?

As contract talks continue, both LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers have strong reasons to stay together, making a quick agreement important for the franchise's future.

RealGM Basketball Wiretap

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· Jul 1, 2026

Jaylen Brown To Cavaliers With LeBron James Following Concept Floated By Brian Windhorst

On ESPN's free agency special, Brian Windhorst floated the possibility of the Cleveland Cavaliers trading for Jaylen Brown and then signing LeBron James in free agency. Windhorst has suggested that James' free agency decision could be influenced by the types of moves his suitors make this offseason. The Boston Celtics have been engaged in trade talks involving Brown and could have interest in a trade with the Cavaliers for Evan Mobley. The Celtics would like to add more size to their team and Mobley would give them an All-NBA caliber player back in return for Brown. That's the type of move you're going to do to get LeBron James' attention, said Windhorst.

Lakers Nation

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· Jul 1, 2026

Sandro Mamukelashvili, Quentin Grimes And Walker Kessler Appear To Be Lakers’ Free Agency Priorities

The Los Angeles Lakers have a lot of work to do in free agency to improve their roster in the wake of LeBron James’ expected departure. With free agency getting underway on Tuesday afternoon, their focus appears to be on Sandro Mamukelashvili, Quentin Grimes and Walker Kessler, per NBA insider Marc Stein: The growing anticipation []

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