Category Archives: Sports
N.L. and N.B. hockey associations address Hockey Canada scandal but don't cut ties
The provincial hockey associations of New Brunswick and Newfoundland and Labrador are highlighting their efforts to address sexual violence amid criticism the national governing body mishandled allege...
Oct 07, 2022
Toronto Argonauts set to square off at home versus B.C. Lions
TORONTO - The focus remains squarely upon the B.C. Lions but quarterback McLeod Bethel-Thompson and the Toronto Argonauts are fully aware of what lies ahead. Toronto (8-6) hosts B.C. (10-4) on Saturda...
Oct 07, 2022
'Most excited I've been': NHL's Atlantic Division heavyweights now have company
Auston Matthews saw it as only a matter of time. The NHL's Atlantic Division has largely included two distinct classes - to varying degrees - over the last number of years. A top half led by the two-t...
Oct 07, 2022
Canada's Denis Shapovalov will meet Taylor Fritz in Japan Open semifinal
TOKYO - Canadian Denis Shapovalov remains perfect at the Japan Open. The seventh-seeded Canadian advanced to the seminals with a 6-4, 6-3 win over Croatia's Borna Coric on Friday. "I think I played gr...
Oct 07, 2022
Twitter to offer live look-ins throughout the MLB postseason
NEW YORK (AP) - Twitter will offer live broadcast look-ins throughout Major League Baseball's postseason for the first time. ESPN, Fox and other broadcasters of playoff games will be able to show the ...
Oct 07, 2022
A look back at five memorable moments in Blue Jays post-season history
The Toronto Blue Jays will face the Seattle Mariners in the American League Wild-Card Series starting Friday. Here's a look back at five memorable playoff moments in Blue Jays history: WALKING THE PAR...
Oct 07, 2022
Veteran trio leads Canadian women as Rugby World Cup opens in New Zealand
Tyson Beukeboom, Elissa Alarie and Karen Paquin kick off their third Rugby World Cup on Saturday when third-ranked Canada takes on No. 13 Japan in Pool B play at Northland Events Centre in Whangarei, ...
Oct 07, 2022
Manoah gets the start as Blue Jays welcome Mariners in wild-card series opener
TORONTO - Blue Jays ace Alek Manoah will get the start for Game 1 of Toronto's wild-card series against the Seattle Mariners this afternoon. A sellout crowd is expected at Rogers Centre for the Blue J...
Oct 07, 2022
Power, McTavish among top rookies to keep a look out for in upcoming NHL season
A new NHL season brings hope and excitement to teams and fans alike. Potential stars of the future are part of that. The Canadian Press takes a look at six rookies to watch in 2022-23. OWEN POWER, BUF...
Oct 07, 2022
Expert baffled by Hockey Canada response to scandals: 'Never seen anything like this'
A corporate governance expert is baffled by Hockey Canada's recent response to intense criticism over its mishandling of alleged sexual assaults. And he adds that "scorched-earth" approach could bring...
Oct 07, 2022