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The German is expected to be back in contention for the Aston Villa match on February 21.
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Beren Cross, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Villanova, also in contention for the regular season title, only has three losses in league play.
—Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 6 Feb. 2026
On the halfpipe, anyone who pulls off a 1440 will be in contention for a medal.
—Joseph Wilson, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026
Both players have thrived in their new home with the Ducks, who are in contention for their first playoff appearance since 2018.
—Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2026
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Beren Cross, New York Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Villanova, also in contention for the regular season title, only has three losses in league play.
—Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 6 Feb. 2026
On the halfpipe, anyone who pulls off a 1440 will be in contention for a medal.
—Joseph Wilson, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2026
Both players have thrived in their new home with the Ducks, who are in contention for their first playoff appearance since 2018.
—Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2026
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“In contention.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20contention. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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