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  • Raising Kanan Season 4 Gets a Long-Awaited Premiere Date


    Nothing is the same in South Jamaica, Queens.

    On Friday, Jan. 24, Starz announced that the highly-anticipated fourth season of Power Book III: Raising Kanan will premiere on Friday, March 7, more than a year after season 3’s jaw-dropping conclusion — and fans got their first look at what’s to come in the explosive new installment.

    The first-look photos provide a long-awaited look at Unique (Joey Bada$$), who shocked viewers as he miraculously came back to life in the season 3 finale, weeks after his heart-wrenching death at his brother’s hands.

    The photos also show a tense-looking Kanan (Mekai Curtis), joined by his mom Raq (Patina Miller), who also left off with a major moment in the season 3 finale as she shot and killed Kanan’s father, Howard (Omar Epps). It was a move with consequences that showrunner Sascha Penn told PEOPLE fans will see “play out” in season 4.

    Joey Badass as Unique in ‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan’ season 4.

    Cara Howe/Starz


    “It’s yet another building block,” Penn said of Howard’s death – right in front of Kanan’s eyes. “The spine of this series, the heart of it, has always been Kanan’s relationship with his mother. It’s always been the defining relationship and everything else has orbited that on some level. I think the important piece of Howard’s death, on some level, is once again, how it impacts the relationship between Raq and Kanan.”

    In season 4, Kanan, Raq, Marvin (London Brown) and Lou-Lou (Malcolm Mays) find themselves navigating “the fallout from their life-altering decisions” in the season 3 finale, while they “remain oblivious to Unique’s return and the chilling consequences of his near-death experience,” per the official synopsis.

    Raq (Patina Miller) in ‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan’ season 4.

    Cara Howe/Starz


    While the Thomas family’s “slates have seemingly been wiped clean,” Unique’s “volatile and violent” return will throw everything off balance “as he hunts to upend the lives of the Thomas family.”

    Season 4 will see Kanan, Raq and his uncles realize that their choice to “reject or embrace the truth may be the difference between life and death.”

    Raq (Patina Miller), Marvin (London Brown) and ‘Lou-Lou’ (Malcolm Mays) in ‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan’ season 4.

    Cara Howe/Starz


    The threat Unique poses in season 4 is something that Bada$$ previously teased to PEOPLE following the reveal that he’s actually alive.

    “I think the interesting thing about Unique now is — the Unique that everybody knows is dead. This guy got his head banged and bone fragments left on the weapon of his execution. He’s not the same.”

    “So I think what people can expect is a way more hyperactive, irritable, just rageful guy. It’s going to be an interesting spin on who this character [is, because Unique] has been, historically, somebody who’s more calculated and smooth with his delivery and kind of conscious and things like that,” he continued. “But I think this Unique is different. This is Unique like you’ve never seen him before.”

    Kanan Stark (Mekai Curtis), ‘Jukebox’ (Hailey Kilgore) and Krystal (Aliyah Turner) in ‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan’ season 4.

    Paul Schiraldi/Starz


    Penn also told PEOPLE that a “portion of season 4…explains how Unique survived and helps the audience to understand that journey.”

    “Because we felt strongly that we didn’t just want this to be some sort of bulls— Deus Ex Machina type thing where miraculously he survives and we never understand how it happened,” Penn said. “One of the things that is super important to us on this show is, frankly, how much we do respect this audience. I think that they know this show and this world, in some ways, better than any of us do.”

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    Season 4 of Power Book III: Raising Kanan premieres Friday, March 7 on Starz.



    After much anticipation, fans of the hit TV show “Raising Kanan” can finally mark their calendars for the long-awaited premiere date of Season 4. The highly acclaimed series, which follows the life of young drug dealer Kanan Stark in 1990s New York City, has garnered a devoted fan base since its debut.

    The upcoming season is set to be the most intense and thrilling yet, with Kanan facing new challenges and dangers as he navigates the treacherous world of drug dealing and street crime. The show’s creator, Courtney Kemp, promises that this season will be filled with twists, turns, and unexpected surprises that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

    Mark your calendars for the premiere of “Raising Kanan” Season 4 on [insert premiere date here] and get ready for a wild ride through the streets of New York City. Don’t miss out on all the action, drama, and suspense that this groundbreaking series has to offer. Get ready to witness Kanan Stark’s rise to power and the dark and dangerous world he inhabits. Stay tuned for more updates and sneak peeks as the premiere date approaches.

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  • Flyers’ Rodrigo Ābols to make long-awaited NHL debut vs. Red Wings


    When the puck drops at 7 o’clock for the Flyers’ matchup with the Detroit Red Wings at the Wells Fargo Center on Tuesday night, a few televisions will be burning brightly more than 4,000 miles away.

    Despite it being after 2 a.m. in Riga, Latvia, one of those TVs will have Rodrigo Ābols’ grandmother, Maiga, firmly planted in front of it.

    “She’s been the biggest trouper this year,” Ābols said of his grandmother, who has been staying up to watch his minor league games, too. He joked that if he doesn’t get a shot on goal, she’ll text him to shoot more.

    “Everyone has a different schedule, but whoever can and is willing to sacrifice some sleep, they’ll be watching,” he added about his relatives all watching. “I imagine there be some sacrifices made there today.”

    And it’ll be for a good reason.

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    The center was called up from Lehigh Valley of the American Hockey League on Monday after he got a wake-up call from Flyers assistant general manager Alyn McCauley the day before. “It was one way to make an off day even better,” Ābols said. He gets a chance with Ryan Poehling going on injured reserve due to an upper-body injury and Scott Laughton unavailable to play because of a family matter.

    The 29-year-old will make his NHL debut. As he humbly said about his family, “It’s not only an achievement for me, it’s an achievement for them, spending all those hours taking me to the rink and giving me a chance to be a hockey player.”

    It’s been a long road for the Latvian to the NHL ranks.

    He was selected by the Vancouver Canucks in the seventh round of the 2016 draft, but Ābols’ rights expired after he played two seasons in the Canadian Hockey League — one full year with Portland of the Western Hockey League and another split between Portland and Acadie-Bathurst of what was then called the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League.

    In May 2019, he signed a two-year deal with the Florida Panthers and spent the following season in the minors, where he registered 23 points (seven goals, 16 assists) in 36 games with AHL Springfield. But the COVID-19 pandemic shortened things, and he returned to Europe on loan with Örebro HK in Sweden, notching 20 goals and 35 points in 47 games, with another 10 points in the postseason, in 2020-21. In 266 career games with Örebro and Rögle BK, Ābols collected 163 points (85 goals, 78 assists).

    Last June, he signed a one-year, $775,000, two-way contract with the Flyers.

    “I kind of felt it inside from the last time when I was here with all the COVID and stuff, there were some questions unanswered for myself,” Ābols said. “So I didn’t want to let this opportunity slip and when I’m done with hockey, I’m glad at least I came here and gave it another shot.”

    After training camp, Ābols went down to Lehigh Valley of the American Hockey League and potted nine goals and 19 points in 34 games. Since returning from an illness on Dec. 14, he has nine points (five goals, four assists) in 16 games.

    The center will have Garnet Hathaway on his right wing and a familiar face on his left in Olle Lycksell, who was recalled from the Phantoms after the holiday break.

    “I’ve seen him a lot; I faced him a lot in Sweden, too,” Lycksell said of Ābols. “He’s big and he’s good with the puck and he [has a] really good two-way game, I think. I’ve seen he’s been scoring a lot lately down in Lehigh as well, so I really think he’s figuring out the American way, too.”

    It also doesn’t hurt that Ābols can speak Swedish with Lycksell. In fact, the 2023 World Championhip bronze medalist speaks four languages. “When you’re a kid, you’re a sponge,” he said about learning Swedish through cartoons while his father, Artis, was playing in Sweden. Aside from Latvian and English, he learned Russian beginning in seventh grade in Latvia.

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    Being able to speak to everyone in the room, and knowing most of the guys from training camp has only upped his comfort level ahead of his long-awaited NHL debut.

    “Once the season got going, you come to the rink every day, you have more fun and you feel comfortable,” Ābols said. “And it’s probably the same with everyone in their jobs; once you feel comfortable in the environment, you can excel. So here, so far it has been no issue. So I feel like it should be good.”

    Ābols plans on keeping his game simple and using the strengths he has to fulfill a lifelong dream of playing in the NHL. And while his grandmother will be watching from Latvia, his wife and 3-year-old son will be watching from along the glass, after a visit to the team store for some gear.

    “It will be fun, obviously, to share that moment with them,” Ābols said. “He knows the Flyers. He’s starting to learn the teams. And whenever we go around stores and stuff, there’s Flyers merch, he’s like, ‘Oh, Flyers, Flyers.’ So now I was like, ‘OK, Dad’s going to the Flyers now.’ And he’s like, ‘What?!’ It’ll be fun to share that with them.”

    Breakaways

    Ābols father was the coach for Latvia at the 2025 IIHF World Junior Championship when it upset Canada, 3-2, in a shootout in the preliminary round. … The Flyers held an optional skate Tuesday. Defenseman Erik Johnson, who did not participate in Monday’s practice, was back on the ice.



    After years of waiting and working hard in the AHL, Flyers’ prospect Rodrigo Ābols is set to make his long-awaited NHL debut against the Detroit Red Wings. The talented forward has impressed coaches and fans alike with his playmaking abilities and scoring touch, and now he finally gets the chance to showcase his skills at the highest level.

    Fans have been eagerly anticipating Ābols’ debut, and with the Flyers in need of a spark, his presence in the lineup could provide just that. The Latvian native has been a standout in the AHL, leading his team in scoring and demonstrating the potential to be a key player for the Flyers in the future.

    As he takes to the ice for his first NHL game, Ābols will undoubtedly have a mix of nerves and excitement. But with his talent and determination, there’s no doubt that he has what it takes to make a big impact in his debut.

    Flyers’ fans, get ready to witness the long-awaited NHL debut of Rodrigo Ābols as he faces off against the Red Wings. It’s sure to be a game you won’t want to miss!

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  • The Long-Awaited Recognition: Sterling Sharpe’s Hall of Fame Enshrinement

    The Long-Awaited Recognition: Sterling Sharpe’s Hall of Fame Enshrinement


    After years of waiting and anticipation, football fans finally got the news they had been hoping for: Sterling Sharpe has been enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

    The former Green Bay Packers wide receiver had long been considered one of the greatest players to never receive the prestigious honor, despite his impressive career statistics and impact on the game. Sharpe was a dominant force on the field, known for his exceptional route running, sure hands, and ability to make big plays in crucial moments.

    During his seven seasons in the NFL, Sharpe amassed an impressive 8,134 receiving yards and 65 touchdowns, earning five Pro Bowl selections and three First-Team All-Pro nods. He was a key contributor to the Packers’ success in the 1990s, forming a dynamic duo with quarterback Brett Favre and helping lead the team to multiple playoff appearances.

    Despite his on-field success, Sharpe had been repeatedly passed over for Hall of Fame induction, much to the dismay of his loyal fans and supporters. However, this year, the selection committee finally recognized Sharpe’s outstanding contributions to the game and voted to enshrine him in Canton.

    The announcement was met with widespread celebration and relief from fans who had been campaigning for Sharpe’s induction for years. Many former teammates and coaches also expressed their joy and pride in seeing Sharpe receive the recognition he deserved.

    In his acceptance speech, Sharpe thanked his family, friends, and supporters for their unwavering belief in him and credited his success to the hard work and dedication he put into his craft. He also took the opportunity to reflect on his career and express his gratitude for the opportunity to play the game he loved at the highest level.

    Sharpe’s enshrinement in the Hall of Fame is not only a testament to his exceptional talent and accomplishments on the field but also a reminder of the impact he had on the game and the lives of those around him. His legacy will forever be remembered and celebrated by football fans everywhere, and his place among the game’s greatest players is now secure.


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  • Birmingham Bowl is long-awaited homecoming for Georgia Tech coach Brent Key

    Birmingham Bowl is long-awaited homecoming for Georgia Tech coach Brent Key


    Key, 46, left Birmingham — and Clay, Alabama, to be more specific — almost 30 years ago. Sure, he’s been back hundreds of times (he joked this month he has journeyed along I-20 on thousands of trips) on recruiting visits and to reunite with family, and he lived down the road in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, where he was an assistant coach during the latter part of the last decade, but there hasn’t been a homecoming quite like this.

    Old friends have been visiting Key at the team hotel while he works the phone recruiting for the 2025 roster. Key’s high school football coach spoke to the Jackets after Thursday’s practice. Rickey J’s bakery in Birmingham got word that Key was in town and sent over a caramel cake, Key’s favorite, to Donna’s house.

    “He’s just got support from everybody,” Donna said.

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    As a child, Key grew up in Trussville, Alabama, before Key and his mother moved to Clay when Key was 12. Key’s father, James Key, and Donna divorced when Key was young. James Key died in 2011 at the age of 60, and there never was much of a relationship between him and Key.

    So Donna and her parents were the guiding lights for Key, a child who tested for the gifted program at school at the age of 7, who was active in church and on the scholar’s bowl team, was a Cub Scout and was a youth baseball standout. He was close with his maternal grandfather Don Martin, a man who ran glass-making businesses across the state and taught Key how to fish and to play golf and other sports.

    Martin taught Key much about life, too, Donna said.

    It wasn’t until junior high school that Key, who Donna called a mild and sweet child, was allowed to play football. He always had liked the sport, but when he finally put on the pads, he instantly fell in love. He also had another father figure enter his life in the form of Hewitt-Trussville High School coach Jack Wood.

    “Brent always, No. 1, he always worked extremely hard. That’s probably one thing that sticks out to me as much as anything,” Wood told the AJC. “He worked in the offseason, in the weight room, the running program. Everything he did he got better and better. And he worked real hard in the classroom. He was a very good student, and that’s the most important thing there. He was a good teammate. I think that’s how the other guys there viewed him, and that’s the ultimate to me.”

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    Key became a pretty good offensive lineman, despite weighing only 225 pounds as a senior. His work in the classroom and on the field earned him a scholarship offer to play for Tech.

    He left Alabama for Atlanta in 1996.

    “I still can see it my head. I was up in his room packing, and he was up there with several of his friends because they were so all excited for him,” Donna recalled. “I was kind of sad, and he was like, ‘Oh, it’s no big deal. I’m just going over there for school. I’ll be back all the time.’ He wasn’t.”

    Key’s work ethic didn’t waver in Atlanta. Between practices, games and studies, Key needed to make extra money, so he worked pressure-washing decks and windows during his underclassmen years, then at a concert venue as part of the security team as an upperclassmen.

    Nineteen years after Key played his last down at Bobby Dodd Stadium, Key returned to Tech to be his alma mater’s offensive line coach. In 2022 he was named the program’s interim coach eight games into that season before being handed the full-time title in November of that year.

    Now Key has a chance to lead the Jackets to eight wins in a season for the first time since 2016. An eighth victory could come in the same city in which Key witnessed his first college football game in person alongside Martin: the 1985 All-American Bowl between Tech and Michigan State at Legion Field.

    “This means the world to me, the family and friends that will be around,” Key admitted earlier this month. “Birmingham is college football. Always has been. To play in a bowl game here is pretty special.”

    As for Wood, he said will attend the game Friday. Tech offensive lineman Jordan Williams and defensive lineman Jordan van den Berg said the veteran coach told the team about the importance of hard work and effort leading into the matchup with Vanderbilt, qualities Wood recognized early on from a young Key.

    Donna, however, won’t be able to make the game, as she’s recovering from a pair of surgeries. But she’ll have some family friends over to watch it on TV and to help her cheer for her son, one of Birmingham’s sons.





    After a long and successful career as an assistant coach, Brent Key finally got his opportunity to lead a team as the head coach of Georgia Tech. And what better way to make his debut than in the Birmingham Bowl, a game that holds special significance for Key.

    Key, a Birmingham native, grew up watching the Birmingham Bowl and dreaming of one day coaching in the prestigious game. Now, that dream has become a reality as he leads his Yellow Jackets against a tough opponent in this year’s matchup.

    For Key, this game is not just about a chance to showcase his coaching abilities, but also a long-awaited homecoming to his roots. The Birmingham Bowl holds a special place in his heart, and he is determined to make the most of this opportunity.

    As Key prepares his team for the big game, he is filled with excitement and gratitude for the chance to return home and lead his team on such a big stage. The Birmingham Bowl is not just another game for Key, it is a chance to fulfill a lifelong dream and make his mark as a head coach.

    So, as the Yellow Jackets take the field in the Birmingham Bowl, all eyes will be on Brent Key as he leads his team in a game that means so much to him personally. And with his passion, dedication, and determination, there is no doubt that Key will make the most of this long-awaited homecoming.

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