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Stanback returns, Alouettes seek CFL playoff berth against Redblacks

Stanback returns, Alouettes seek CFL playoff berth against Redblacks

MONTREAL — A win Monday would be worth its weight in gold for the Montreal Alouettes. A CFL team chasing a .
Canadian women look to extend winning streak against World Cup-bound Morocco

Canadian women look to extend winning streak against World Cup-bound Morocco

Ignoring World Cup-bound Morocco's modest world ranking of No. 76, Canada coach Bev Priestman expects her seventh-ranked squad to be tested by the Atlas Lionesses on Monday.
Canadian women post comfortable 41-5 win over Japan to open Rugby World Cup campaign

Canadian women post comfortable 41-5 win over Japan to open Rugby World Cup campaign

WHANGAREI, New Zealand — Canada ran in seven tries to open its Women's Rugby World Cup campaign with a comfortable 41-5 win over Japan on Saturday, reeling off 36 straight points to snap an early 5-5 tie at Northland Events Centre.
'It's time': Maple Leafs know they're running out of chances for playoff breakthrough

'It's time': Maple Leafs know they're running out of chances for playoff breakthrough

TORONTO — Kyle Dubas didn't just double down. The Toronto Maple Leafs general manager pushed his chips all-in – a decision that could go a long way in defining his tenure in the pressure-packed role he's occupied since the spring of 2018.
Canada star Alphonso Davies diagnosed with cranial bruise, no word on return to play

Canada star Alphonso Davies diagnosed with cranial bruise, no word on return to play

MUNICH — Canadian star Alphonso Davies suffered a "cranial bruise" in taking a boot to the face in Bayern Munich's 2-2 draw at Borussia Dortmund on Saturday.
Casillas says Twitter account hacked after 'I'm gay' post

Casillas says Twitter account hacked after 'I'm gay' post

MADRID (AP) — Former Spain goalkeeper Iker Casillas said Sunday his Twitter account was hacked after a post saying he was gay created a stir on the social media platform. “Hacked account,” Casillas said. “Luckily everything in order.
George Springer carted off field in Blue Jays' 10-9 wild card loss to Mariners

George Springer carted off field in Blue Jays' 10-9 wild card loss to Mariners

TORONTO — As veteran outfielder George Springer fell, so did the Toronto Blue Jays.
Seattle Mariners pull out wild 10-9 comeback win over Toronto to eliminate Blue Jays

Seattle Mariners pull out wild 10-9 comeback win over Toronto to eliminate Blue Jays

TORONTO — Alek Manoah gazed into his locker-room stall with a despondent look. Jordan Romano sat in his chair and slowly let out an expletive before untying his cleats.
Youthful Canadiens head into season with plenty of building, learning to do

Youthful Canadiens head into season with plenty of building, learning to do

MONTREAL — After a 3-0 pre-season loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs on Sept. 28, Montreal Canadiens head coach Martin St. Louis summed up what may be the team’s mantra going forward.
Potent Edmonton Oilers ready to contend for Stanley Cup

Potent Edmonton Oilers ready to contend for Stanley Cup

EDMONTON — The Oilers have finished an eight-game pre-season schedule — and the veterans can’t wait for the real games to start.