Category Archives: Sports
Canadian cricketers positive about future, citing on-field success and Olympic return
It's been a good year for Canadian cricketers, who have regained their one-day international status and qualified for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup for the first time. And there was more to celebrate wi...
Oct 17, 2023
Bombers looking to cement top spot in West Division standings
TORONTO - The West Division's playoff picture could become a lot clearer this week. The Winnipeg Blue Bombers (12-4) and B.C. Lions (12-5) are battling for top spot - and home field for the division f...
Oct 17, 2023
Sarault, Dandjinou look to build off nationals at short-track World Cups in Montreal
MONTREAL - Olympic speedskater Courtney Sarault was filled with doubt ahead of the Canadian short-track national championships at the end of September. "I went in struggling a little bit mentally," sh...
Oct 17, 2023
Star receiver Begelton named recipient of Harrison Award
Calgary Stampeders receiver Reggie Begelton was named this year's recipient of the Herm Harrison Memorial Award on Tuesday. The award, established in 2013, honours a Stampeders player for his outstand...
Oct 17, 2023
Toronto FC captain Michael Bradley to retire at end of Major League Soccer season
TORONTO - Captain Michael Bradley, who helped fill Toronto FC's trophy case during its glory years, will retire at the end of the season. Saturday's home finale against Orlando City will serve as the ...
Oct 17, 2023
Canucks acquire Friedman, Glover from Penguins in exchange for Rathbone, Plasek
VANCOUVER - The Vancouver Canucks have acquired defenceman Mark Friedman and forward Ty Glover from the Pittsburgh Penguins. In exchange, Vancouver has sent defenceman Jack Rathbone and forward Karel ...
Oct 17, 2023
Lions' quarterback Adams earns third CFL honour roll top grade
TORONTO - Lions quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. has earned a spot on the CFL's weekly honour roll for his role in B.C.'s 33-30 road win over the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. Adams was the top-graded quarterback ...
Oct 17, 2023
Former CFL player Klassen offering scholarship for post-secondary students
Michael Klassen is giving back in a rather unique way. The former CFL player has launched an unconventional scholarship contest through his company, strEATS, a Calgary-based restaurant chain. The prom...
Oct 17, 2023
Canada beats Poland and New Zealand to lock down playoff spot at mixed curling worlds
ABERDEEN, United Kingdom - Canada qualified for the playoffs at the world mixed curling championship with wins over Poland and New Zealand on Tuesday. Skip Felix Asselin and his crew out of the Glenmo...
Oct 17, 2023
Canadian Premier League announces nominees for Best Under-21 Player Award
Vancouver FC's James Cameron, Valour FC's Matteo De Brienne and Forge FC's Kwasi Poku are up for the Canadian Premier League Best Canadian Under-21 Player Award. The winner, decided in a vote by CPL c...
Oct 17, 2023