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Canadian centre back Scott Kennedy turns heads in debut with national team

As first impressions go, Canadian defender Scott Kennedy hit it out of the park.

Jun 10, 2021 11:30 AM Read more >

Canadian men's volleyball team falls against Russia at Nations League

RIMINI, Italy — The Canadian men's volleyball team fell to 2-6 in Nations League play after a 3-1 loss to Russia on Thursday. Set scores were 25-18, 25-18, 23-25, 25-23.

Jun 10, 2021 10:53 AM Read more >

Oilers' McDavid, Leafs' Matthews, Avs' MacKinnon named Hart Trophy finalists

NEW YORK — Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid, Toronto Maple Leafs centre Auston Matthews and Colorado Avalanche forward Nathan MacKinnon have been named the finalists for the 2021 Hart Trophy.

Jun 10, 2021 9:00 AM Read more >

Canadian-based karate athlete Derafshipour named to Refugee Team for Tokyo Games

Hamoon Derafshipour's Olympic dreams began in Iran, then blossomed in Canada. Now, the karate star will compete as a member of the Olympic Refugee Team at the Tokyo Games.

Jun 10, 2021 8:35 AM Read more >

Trio of Canadians will chase US$300,000 top prize at Bassmaster Classic competition

Jeff Gustafson will take a different mindset and approach into the biggest event on the Bassmasters Elite Series. Gustafson, of Kenora, Ont.

Jun 10, 2021 8:05 AM Read more >

Ottawa Redblacks suspend player after police launch alleged assault investigation

TORONTO — The Ottawa Redblacks have suspended a defensive lineman after Toronto Police launched an investigation into a possible hate crime.

Jun 10, 2021 5:08 AM Read more >

Grichuk homers, Blue Jays beat sloppy White Sox 6-2

CHICAGO (AP) — Randal Grichuk hit a long home run and the Toronto Blue Jays took advantage of a season-high four errors by Chicago as well as a bases-loaded walk to beat the AL Central-leading White Sox 6-2 on Wednesday night.

Jun 9, 2021 9:25 PM Read more >

Prince Harry spreads news about Invictus Games in Germany

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Prince Harry took a break from paternity leave to announce the return of his Invictus Games, which supports the rehab and recovery of wounded veterans.

Jun 9, 2021 7:32 PM Read more >

Edmonton signs forward Devin Shore to two-year contract extension

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers have signed forward Devin Shore to a two-year contract extension with an annual average value of US$850,000. The club made the announcement on Wednesday. The Ajax, Ont.

Jun 9, 2021 5:13 PM Read more >

Canadian men fall to 2-5 at Volleyball Nations League after loss to Slovenia

RIMINI, Italy — The Canadian men's volleyball team fell to 2-5 at the Volleyball Nations League tournament after dropping a 3-0 decision to Slovenia on Wednesday. Set scores were 25-22, 25-19 and 25-22. Nicholas Hoag of Sherbrooke, Que.

Jun 9, 2021 2:28 PM Read more >