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phlove casino review 49ers’ Isaac Guerendo gets his shot at lead runner in decimated backfieldThe highly anticipated “Wickediator” weekend is finally upon us, as Part One of Jon M. Chu ’s Broadway adaptation premiered on the 2024 movie calendar on the same day as Ridley Scott’s Gladiator II . The witchy Wicked took top billing — and broke some records in the process — as it handily defeated the Roman Empire with its $114 million three-day opening. Earnings for the Paul Mescal epic were nothing to sneeze at, though, as Scott's sequel finished with domestic ticket sales totaling $55.5 million, as the movies combined to make up the lion’s share of one of the best weekends of the year with $205 million in overall revenue. Banking on the assumption that more women would be interested in Wicked , while men would be buying tickets for Gladiator II , paid off (though hopefully many will catch both ) as it led to the most successful pre-Thanksgiving week since 2013. Check out how all the chips fell (via The Numbers ) on the chart below, then we’ll break it all down. TITLE WEEKEND GROSS DOMESTIC GROSS LW THTRS 1. Wicked* $114,000,000 $114,000,000 N/A 3,888 2. Gladiator II* $55,500,000 $55,500,000 N/A 3,573 3. Red One $13,284,603 $52,909,550 1 4,032 4. Bonhoeffer: Pastor. Spy. Assassin* $5,120,013 $5,120,013 N/A 1,900 5. Venom: The Last Dance $4,000,000 $133,825,000 2 2,558 6. The Best Christmas Pageant Ever $3,500,000 $25,515,822 3 2,279 7. Heretic $2,233,199 $24,766,852 4 1,622 8. The Wild Robot $2,000,000 $140,727,000 5 2,110 9. Smile 2 $1,110,000 $67,759,000 6 952 10. A Real Pain $1,109,000 $4,959,588 9 1,185 Wicked Earns Best Opening Ever For A Broadway Adaptation The musical starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo was expected to draw in fans, regardless of their familiarity with the book or Broadway production. Critics said the adaptation defied gravity , and our own Riley Utley gave Wicked a perfect 5-star review . The movie seems to be living up to the hype, as it now boasts the most successful domestic opening for a Broadway adaptation, per Variety , with its $114 million beating out Into the Woods , which earned $31 million in 2014. It earned the same honor on a worldwide scale, with its Week 1 global tally of $164.2 million beating the previous best Broadway adaptation, Les Miserables , which raked in $103 million across the globe on its opening weekend in 2012. Wicked also boasts the fourth-best start ever for a musical, falling between Frozen II ($130 million in 2019) and Halle Bailey ’s The Little Mermaid ($95.5 million in 2023). Overall, Wicked ’s release was the third-highest of the year behind Deadpool & Wolverine and Inside Out 2 . With Gladiator II ’s release falling on the same weekend as Wicked ’s, the two powerhouses overshadowed the rest of the box office, with their combined $169.5 million making up 83 percent of the overall $205 million earned in domestic ticket sales. However, this double feature didn’t prove to be quite as strong as 2023’s “Barbenheimer,” which opened to a combined $235.5 million last July. Wickediator’s promising opening-night numbers didn’t disappoint, though, because the estimated three-day totals marked the highest pre-Thanksgiving week earnings since the pandemic. With its $205 million in ticket sales, the weekend was on par with 2019, when Frozen 2 led the pack with $204.9 million, according to Deadline and the best weekend since 2013, when The Hunger Games : Catching Fire was at the top of a box office that brought in $226.5M. CINEMABLEND NEWSLETTER Your Daily Blend of Entertainment News Gladiator II Gets Huge International Bump As It Flies By Predecessor’s Earnings Ridley Scott ’s Gladiator II was released internationally on November 15, earning $165.5 million outside of the U.S. and Canada to date. When combined with this weekend’s domestic premiere winnings, it’s already amassed $221 million. That kind of success is going to be necessary to make back its massive budget. The film, which also stars Pedro Pascal and Denzel Washington (who critics are raving about), reportedly cost $350 million in production and marketing costs. In 2000, Gladiator stayed in theaters for over a year, eventually earning a worldwide total of $451.7 million. Will the sequel have the same staying power? That remains to be seen, but it’s off to a promising start, as the 2024 movie’s $55.5 million is much higher than its predecessor’s three-day premiere earnings of $34.8 million. Russell Crowe ’s historical drama, however, received better reviews than Gladiator II . The first movie is graded an A on CinemaScore , while the sequel has a B. On Rotten Tomatoes , Gladiator pleased more critics, with an 80% Fresh rating compared to the current film’s 71%. We’ll have to see if Denzel Washington’s crowd-pleasing performance is enough to give the movie some longevity. Speaking of the Training Day star, this is a big week for him and his family, as he also served as a producer for The Piano Lesson (streaming with a Netflix subscription ), which stars his son, John David Washington , and marks the directorial debut for son Malcolm Washington . The film was amongst Netflix's Top 10 Movies on its premiere weekend. Red One Sees Dramatic Week 2 Drop, But It’s Not All Bad For Dwayne Johnson Red One may have won the box office for its debut weekend, but with the one-two punch of the films discussed above, there was really nowhere for Dwayne " The Rock " Johnson’s Christmas action-comedy to go but down. Its $13.3 million sophomore weekend is 59% behind Week 1, and even adding in its international bank for a worldwide total of $117.1 million, it’s going to be a long road for this one. Actually, a long road is probably what Amazon MGM is hoping for, as the movie will need to live in theaters for a while if it wants to recoup its spendings. The Jake Kasdan-helmed project’s budget is estimated in the $200 million to $250 million range, so there’s no doubt the filmmakers had hoped to chip away at that total a little more in its first two weeks in theaters. It’s also probably not the result Dwayne Johnson was looking for in his first big movie release since the disappointment that was Black Adam in 2022, but one shouldn’t feel too bad for the WWE superstar. He’s going to rebound, likely in a big way, when Moana 2 is released this Wednesday. And that brings us to our next topic. How Will Moana 2 Shake Up Wickediator’s Success? Both Dwayne Johnson and Auliʻi Cravalho are reprising their roles from the beloved 2016 animated movie for Moana 2 , which hits theaters on Wednesday, November 27. Despite some trepidation from longtime fans like CinemaBlend’s Sarah El Mahmoud, first reactions to the Disney sequel have been largely positive — even without Lin-Manuel Miranda behind the music. So what will that mean for this week’s Top 2? Wicked is likely to be affected more than Gladiator II , given an overlap in audience. Moana 2 — like Ariana Grande’s flick — is a musical, and both movies are suitable for younger audiences (unlike Ridley Scott’s R-rated affair). However, both movies are likely going to drop if early projections pan out. Estimates have the animated sequel bringing in nine figures for its five-day debut, which would make Moana 2 just the fifth movie to do that this year (behind Deadpool & Wolverine , Inside Out 2 , Wicked and Beetlejuice Beetlejuice ). Only time will tell, so join me back here next Sunday to dissect all things box office.

TORONTO — Mitch Marner will be sporting a different Maple Leaf in February. The Toronto Maple Leafs star was one of 15 players named Wednesday to round out Canada's 23-man roster for the NHL 4 Nations Face-Off tournament. Joining the winger as part of an attack that already featured Connor McDavid, Sidney Crosby, Nathan MacKinnon, Brad Marchand and Brayden Point — all announced back in June — are Sam Reinhart and Sam Bennett of the Florida Panthers along with Anthony Cirelli and Brandon Hagel of the Tampa Bay Lightning. Also making the team up front are Vegas Golden Knights captain Mark Stone, Travis Konecny of the Philadelphia Flyers and Seth Jarvis of the Carolina Hurricanes. The defence corps led by Cale Makar, who was also tabbed in June, will see Colorado Avalanche teammate Devon Toews suit up in red and white, and also include the Vegas duo of Shea Theodore and Alex Pietrangelo, Josh Morrissey of the Winnipeg Jets, Colton Parayko of the St. Louis Blues and Philadelphia's Travis Sanheim. The biggest question mark for Canadian general manager Don Sweeney of the Boston Bruins and the rest of the country's hockey brain trust since the selection process began has been in the crease — especially with stud netminders like Carey Price and Roberto Luongo a distant memory. Canada doesn't have the same goaltending pedigree as at past international events, but head coach Jon Cooper of Tampa will likely lean on Stanley Cup winners Jordan Binnington of the Blues and Adin Hill of the Golden Knights. Sam Montembeault of the Montreal Canadiens rounds out the puck-stopping trio. "We are thrilled to unveil the group of players who have earned the opportunity to represent Canada," Sweeney said in a statement. "We believe we have assembled a roster that features world-class talent, as well as success at the NHL and international levels. "We are confident this group will give us the best chance to accomplish our goal on the international stage." The 4 Nations tournament, which also includes the United States, Sweden and Finland, runs Feb. 12-20 in Montreal and Boston, and will serve as an appetizer for the NHL's Olympic return in 2026. It's also the closest hockey has got to a best-on-best men's tournament since the 2016 World Cup. This showcase won't technically meet that threshold with Russia — because of its ongoing war in Ukraine — and reigning world champions Czechia not in the mix. But there should still be plenty of interest with McDavid, Crosby, U.S. star Auston Matthews and a host of other big names finally sharing the ice on the world stage. The NHL, which went to five straight Olympics between 1998 and 2014, announced at last season's all-star game players would participate at the next two Games after it skipped 2018 for business reasons and missed out in 2022 due to COVID-19. The goal of the league and NHL Players' Association is hold a World Cup in both 2028 and 2032 to get international events on a schedule of every two years. Canada opens the 4 Nations on Feb. 12 against Sweden at the Bell Centre in Montreal before facing the U.S. in the same building three nights later. The tournament then moves to Boston, where the Canadians will meet Finland on Feb 17. The teams with the two best records after the round-robin will battle in the final Feb. 20 at TD Garden. "This is an exciting time for the NHL and international hockey," Cooper said. "This event is an important part of the process as we continue to build teams that can be successful on the international stage." ___ Follow @JClipperton_CP on X. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 4, 2024. Joshua Clipperton, The Canadian PressAFL News Don't miss out on the headlines from AFL News. Followed categories will be added to My News. The AFL is considering a shake-up to senior coaches’ post-match press conferences including giving quicker television broadcast interviews straight after games. The Herald Sun can reveal the league last week confirmed to club officials it was considering changes to the post-match press conferences to suit clubs, broadcast partners and print media. One preliminary idea floated included putting up senior coaches for Channel 7 and Fox Footy straight after games for their immediate reactions to the result, and a separate interview opportunity for print media. The immediate interview option on television could result in more emotional responses from the club’s most visible and under-pressure figures within minutes of the final siren. Broadcast partners would be eager to have access to senior coaches immediately after the siren rather than waiting at least 20 minutes after the match. Ken Hinkley during a press conference last season. Picture: Sarah Reed/Getty Images Options were discussed for consideration by coaches and league bosses in the lead-up to the new season. But the conversations with club officials were only a starting point and more meaningful discussions will be held between league media bosses and key stakeholders including broadcast partners before the season. Staging more player interviews were also discussed as a way to help promote and showcase the game’s stars and more marquee games, in particular, on a Thursday night. 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Picture: Mark Stewart Western Bulldogs’ coach Luke Beveridge didn’t hide his bemusement after the round 20 loss to Sydney Swans at Marvel Stadium when only News Corp’s Ed Bourke was present for the start of his post-match press conference. “For you to be the only one here – I don’t know whether that is outstanding or it has just become the norm that there’s about 10 vacancies,” Beveridge said. The league attempted to ramp up media access for its media partners as part of a beefed-up new media policy last year. It meant every clubs’ senior players would be up for interview in the lead-up to each game barring extenuating circumstances. There is scope in the new media policy to fine clubs which did not operate in-line with the new rules. The league has tried to open up the game for its fans and media partners to help promote Australian Rules to every corner of the country, helping deliver record memberships and ratings as well as boom growth in Queensland. 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SANTA CLARA — When Isaac Guerendo trots onto the field with the first team Sunday at Levi’s Stadium, he will equal the same number of starts he had in five years of college football. Hard to believe, but Guerendo started exactly one time, and it came in his final college game at Louisville. Against USC in the Holiday Bowl, Guerendo carried 23 times for 161 yards and three touchdowns and added five receptions in a 42-28 loss. In 40 other games at Wisconsin and Louisville, Guerendo played in a shared backfield –something he’s done with the 49ers this season behind Jordan Mason and Christian McCaffrey . With McCaffrey on injured reserve with a PCL strain and Mason to follow soon with a high ankle sprain, Guerendo should get his biggest workload since his last college game. “I’m excited, but really it’s whatever it takes to win,” Guerendo said Wednesday as the 49ers (5-7) began preparations to host the Bears (4-8). “Whatever the plan looks like is what we’ll bring.” Guerendo will be backed up by Patrick Taylor Jr., who was on the roster earlier this season when McCaffrey was dealing with bilateral Achilles tendinitis, then re-signed to the practice squad. Taylor was promoted Tuesday, and the 49ers also made a waiver claim on former Jets running back Israel Abanikanda. “I think he’s ready to go,” 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said. “He had some ups and downs but got better through everything. I think he’s ready for this.” Guerendo, 6-foot and 219 pounds, has 42 carries for 246 yards and two touchdowns, averaging a gaudy 5.9 yards per carry. His 15-yard run in the third quarter was the 49ers’ lone touchdown in a 35-10 loss to the Buffalo Bills. The 49ers traded up to get Guerendo in the fourth round, only to see him sidelined with a hamstring strain in his first training camp practice. A speedy wide receiver at Avon High School in Indiana who also ran track and played basketball, Guerendo carried 10 times for 99 yards with a long run of 76 against Seattle and 14 times for 85 yards against Dallas. At Wisconsin, Guerendo played behind Jonathan Taylor, now a star running back for the Indianapolis Colts. He split time as a graduate student at Louisville with Jawhar Jordan, who rushed for 1,128 yards while Guerendo had 810 yards on 132 carries and a 6.1-yard average. The good news is Guerendo’s body hasn’t taken on the normal amount of abuse for a running back. And Guerendo feels he’s up to the challenge after playing 12 games with old-school running backs coach Bobby Turner. “I always give credit to Coach T for preparing everybody like they’re going to be the starter, so that when moments do come, you’re ready for it,” Guerendo said. McCaffrey appeared to have finally gotten untracked against the Bills, gaining 53 yards on seven carries before getting tripped up on a 19-yard burst in the second quarter. But the tackle injured his knee, Mason injured his ankle, and Guerendo became the lead runner for a team that is sixth in the NFL in rushing. Over time, Guerendo has become accustomed to the speed of the NFL game. “I think it takes guys some time,” Shanahan said. “You start to get a feel for it, if you’ve got the right stuff, you get more reps and the more you adjust to it. How hard you’ve got to hit stuff, how quick those holes close, how you have to hit it full speed and can’t hesitate. We’ve seen that stuff get better in practice and we’ve seen it carry over into games.” McCaffrey, meanwhile, took to social media in the form of a lengthy Instagram post to explain how he was feeling after his latest injury. He wrote of his love for football, how humbling it is and his desire to return. “This wasn’t my year, and sometimes when it rains, it pours,” McCaffrey wrote. “You can feel sorry for yourself and listen to the birds, or you can hold the line. I’m grateful for the support of everyone in my corner and promise I’ll work smarter and harder to come back better from this.” For those who dream big, Shanahan said with a six-week time frame, McCaffrey could conceivably return if the 49ers reach the postseason. THE INJURY LIST Those who didn’t practice Wednesday included edge rusher Nick Bosa (hips, obliques), left tackle Trent Williams (ankle), left guard Aaron Banks (concussion), Mason (ankle) and linebacker Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles (ankle). Cornerback Deommodore Lenoir (knee), linebacker Dre Greenlaw (Achilles) and safety Talanoa Hufanga (wrist) were limited. Defensive tackle Jordan Elliott has cleared concussion protocol after missing the Buffalo game. Hufanga joined Greenlaw as practicing during a 21-day window. Shanahan said it’s more likely Greenlaw would be activated before a Thursday night game against the Los Angeles Rams on Dec. 12 than against Chicago. HUFANGA AND THE CLUB After recovering from an ACL tear last season, Hufanga has played in just two games this season. First, he was felled by an ankle injury, and then a wrist injury that needed surgery. When activated, he’ll play with a protective club on his right hand. “I was still dealing with the ankle. I was about to get it re-wrapped and for some reason my hand wouldn’t open,” Hufanga said. 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