Superstitions

• From special jerseys to underwear, why are baseball fans so superstitious?

  University of Toronto psychology professor Steve Joordens says there's something called 'confirmation bias' that creates superstitions for people and keeps them buying into them. 

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  Oct 30, 2025
  
• History of Friday the 13th and how Regina is celebrating

  The Lightning Bug Tattoos is one of many places that celebrate Friday the 13th by giving back to the community with its "Get What You Get" tattoo event.

  Canada

  Oct 13, 2023
  
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• Friday the 13th superstitions: An ‘illusion that we’re able to control things’

  Superstitions are running wild with Friday the 13th falling during another large wave of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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  Nov 13, 2020
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• Superstitions, routines, rituals: How Winnipeg Jets fans and players get game day ready

  Eating the same meal and wearing the same undergarments or jersey. Winnipeg Jets fans aren't the only ones who are superstitious.

  May 8, 2018
• Rick Zamperin: NHL fans don’t mess with their Stanley Cup playoff superstitions

  Whether it is sporting a playoff beard, wearing lucky socks or your team's jersey, hockey fans are a superstitious bunch.

  Sports

  Apr 12, 2018
• Here’s why you shouldn’t get married in May

  And there are specific dates to avoid, too.

  Lifestyle

  May 12, 2017
• Friday the 13th: NB expert says superstitions may come true, if you believe in them

  For many people it's just another Friday but for others there are a lot of uneasy feelings surrounding Friday the 13th.

  Features

  Jan 13, 2017
• Russell Martin may not be superstitious but Blue Jays got some mojo

  Following the Toronto Blue Jays sweep of the Detroit Tigers on Sunday, catcher Russell Martin admitted he tried something different at the plate over the weekend and it may have worked out in his favour.

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  Aug 31, 2015
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• Fans take their superstitions seriously when it comes to Winnipeg Jets

  A day after the Jets dropped their third straight loss to the Anaheim Ducks in the first round of the playoffs, fans were quick to share the superstitions they carry when their favorite team is playing.

  Apr 21, 2015
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• Psychic predicts Calgary Flames’ playoff chances as superstitions surface

  With playoffs just around the corner, have you ever wondered what superstitions players follow that go unnoticed?

  Sports

  Mar 31, 2015