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OHL roundup: Cowan paces Knights in rout over Rangers

KITCHENER, Ont. — Easton Cowan scored two goals, Ryan Winterton had a goal and two assists and the visiting London Knights crushed the Kitchener Rangers 7-3 in Ontario Hockey League action on Tuesday night.
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US appeals court to weigh NCAA case over pay for athletes

US appeals court to weigh NCAA case over pay for athletes

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The NCAA will ask a federal appeals court next month to block a lawsuit that seeks to have athletes treated as employees who are paid for their time, the latest high-profile challenge to amateurism in college sports.
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Blue Jays reliever Julian Merryweather picked up by Cubs off waivers

Blue Jays reliever Julian Merryweather picked up by Cubs off waivers

TORONTO — Right-handed pitcher Julian Merryweather is no longer with the Toronto Blue Jays. The 31-year-old reliever was claimed off outright waivers by the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday evening.
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Canadian QB Rourke looking to carve out NFL career with Jacksonville Jaguars

Canadian QB Rourke looking to carve out NFL career with Jacksonville Jaguars

SURREY, B.C. — Playing in the NFL has long been Nathan Rourke's dream. Days after inking a deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars, though, the Canadian quarterback is still processing the monumental move. "I'm still here in B.C.
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Medals for North American Indigenous Games showcase Mi'kmaq culture

Medals for North American Indigenous Games showcase Mi'kmaq culture

MILLBROOK, N.S. — Medals to be awarded at this summer's North American Indigenous Games in Nova Scotia will showcase Mi’kmaq art, including a traditional eight-pointed star.
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Oilers forward Evander Kane set to return from LTIR against Kraken

Oilers forward Evander Kane set to return from LTIR against Kraken

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers activated forward Evander Kane off long-term injured reserve ahead of their Tuesday night game against the visiting Seattle Kraken. Kane had been sidelined since sustaining a lacerated wrist in a Nov.
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Edmonton Elks sign defensive back Harry, receiver Vandervoort to contract extensions

Edmonton Elks sign defensive back Harry, receiver Vandervoort to contract extensions

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Elks signed defensive back Jamie Harry and receiver Danny Vandervoort to one-year contract extensions Tuesday. Both players are Canadians. Harry appeared in nine games for Edmonton last season after being released by the B.C.
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Former CFL/NFL head coach Trestman believes Rourke in good place with Jaguars

Former CFL/NFL head coach Trestman believes Rourke in good place with Jaguars

Marc Trestman believes Nathan Rourke is in very good hands. Rourke, the CFL's top Canadian last season, signed a three-year deal Sunday with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
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Canadian defender/midfielder Kwame Awuah signs with D.C. United affiliate club

Canadian defender/midfielder Kwame Awuah signs with D.C. United affiliate club

LEESBURG, Va. — Canadian Kwame Awuah has signed with Loudoun United FC, the USL Championship affiliate of D.C. United. The 27-year-old from Toronto, originally drafted 16th overall by New York City FC in the 2017 MLS SuperDraft.
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Canadian Championship to kick off in April with 14 teams chasing the Voyageurs Cup

Canadian Championship to kick off in April with 14 teams chasing the Voyageurs Cup

The 2023 Canadian Championship will kick off April 18 with 14 clubs including the defending champion Vancouver Whitecaps and three first-time participants.
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