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Oilers' Keith turns back the clock to help Edmonton even Battle of Alberta

Oilers' Keith turns back the clock to help Edmonton even Battle of Alberta

CALGARY — Duncan Keith had been here before.
Canada's Brown wins 100-metre gold at Diamond League stop in Birmingham

Canada's Brown wins 100-metre gold at Diamond League stop in Birmingham

BIRMINGHAM, United Kingdom — Canada's Aaron Brown edged Jamaica's Yohan Blake to win gold in the men's 100 metres on Saturday at the Diamond League stop in Birmingham, England. Brown, from Brampton, Ont., finished first in 10.13 seconds.
Toronto FC working behind the scenes to ease Lorenzo Insigne's transition to MLS

Toronto FC working behind the scenes to ease Lorenzo Insigne's transition to MLS

TORONTO — Lorenzo Insigne has already said goodbye to his legion of Napoli fans in his home finale. And Sunday, Napoli wraps up its Serie A season away to Spezia with a third-place finish guaranteed in the standings. Toronto FC wait and watches.
Canada's Purcell falls to Germany's Kapp in world junior curling semifinal

Canada's Purcell falls to Germany's Kapp in world junior curling semifinal

JÖNKÖPING, Sweden — Canada's Owen Purcell dropped an 8-5 decision to Germany's Benjamin Kapp in semifinal play Saturday at the world junior curling championship.
Leclerc takes pole ahead of Verstappen at Spanish Grand Prix

Leclerc takes pole ahead of Verstappen at Spanish Grand Prix

MONTMELÓ, Spain (AP) — Formula One championship leader Charles Leclerc recovered from a spin in qualifying to put his Ferrari on the pole for the Spanish Grand Prix in a last-gasp run that bumped reigning world champion Max Verstappen.
Five things to know about the National Hockey League playoffs

Five things to know about the National Hockey League playoffs

The Battle of Alberta keeps giving us fireworks, McDavid remains elite and all eyes will be on St. Louis.
Flames looking for 'foundation' after Game 2 loss: 'We're playing into their hands'

Flames looking for 'foundation' after Game 2 loss: 'We're playing into their hands'

CALGARY — Tyler Toffoli doesn't recognize this version of his team. And if the Flames don't get back to what's made them successful all season, Calgary could be in big trouble against its high-flying provincial rival.
Edmonton Oilers douse Calgary Flames 5-3 to even playoff series 1-1

Edmonton Oilers douse Calgary Flames 5-3 to even playoff series 1-1

CALGARY — The Edmonton Oilers overcame a pair of disallowed goals and two broken sticks the Calgary Flames converted into goals to win 5-3 and even their playoff series at one victory apiece Friday.
Scoreboard for Friday, May 20, 2022

Scoreboard for Friday, May 20, 2022

Friday's Games NHL Playoffs Second Round (Best-of-seven series) Edmonton 5, Calgary 3 (Series tied 1-1) Carolina 2, N.Y.
Curry, Warriors rally past Mavs for 2-0 lead in West finals

Curry, Warriors rally past Mavs for 2-0 lead in West finals

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Stephen Curry scored 32 points with six 3-pointers and eight rebounds, Kevon Looney had a career-high 21 points and 12 rebounds, and the Golden State Warriors used one of their signature third-quarter flurries to rally past the D