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Rangers buy out star goaltender Henrik Lundqvist's contract

Rangers buy out star goaltender Henrik Lundqvist's contract

The “King” of Madison Square Garden has been deposed.
Unbeaten Edmonton middleweight K.B. Bhullar set for UFC debut on Fight Island

Unbeaten Edmonton middleweight K.B. Bhullar set for UFC debut on Fight Island

K.B. (The Bengal) Bhullar stepped away from mixed martial arts six years ago after watching his younger brother suffer severe facial injuries in a bout.
Former Toronto FC midfielder Warren Creavalle making his mark off the field

Former Toronto FC midfielder Warren Creavalle making his mark off the field

Emotions ran high before the opening game of the MLS is Back Tournament opener July 8 in Florida when more than 170 Black players, coaches and officials joined Orlando City and Inter Miami players on the field at ESPN's Wide World of Sports.
Virus outbreak pushes Steelers-Titans to Monday or Tuesday

Virus outbreak pushes Steelers-Titans to Monday or Tuesday

NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Titans have at least one more day to see if the team’s coronavirus outbreak is under control before their game with the Steelers is rescheduled for Monday or Tuesday.
Mighty Heart's Triple Crown quest giving Canadian horse racing a definite boost

Mighty Heart's Triple Crown quest giving Canadian horse racing a definite boost

TORONTO — A one-eyed colt is giving thoroughbred racing in Canada a boost during the COVID-19 pandemic. Mighty Heart captured the $400,000 Prince of Wales Stakes on Tuesday to move to within a victory of claiming the OLG Canadian Triple Crown.
Canadian Michael Woods finishes third in Fleche Wallonne classic race

Canadian Michael Woods finishes third in Fleche Wallonne classic race

HUY, Belgium — Canadian Michael Woods added to his cycling resume with a third-place finish Wednesday at the Fleche Wallonne one-day classic.
Canadian Eugenie Bouchard books spot in third round at French Open

Canadian Eugenie Bouchard books spot in third round at French Open

PARIS — After several rough years, Canada's Eugenie Bouchard is enjoying a September surge. Bouchard, from Westmount, Que., advanced to the third round of the French Open with 5-7, 6-4, 6-3 win over Australia's Daria Gavrilova on Wednesday.
Baby fat proves to be a boon for Toronto FC's Silva, prompting move to goalkeeper

Baby fat proves to be a boon for Toronto FC's Silva, prompting move to goalkeeper

TORONTO — Kevin Silva can thank pre-teen baby fat for a move that helped turn soccer into a profession. "I grew up as a striker actually," he explained.
Serena Williams pulls out of French Open with hurt Achilles

Serena Williams pulls out of French Open with hurt Achilles

PARIS — Saying she is “struggling to walk,” Serena Williams ended her latest bid for a 24th Grand Slam title and withdrew from the French Open before her second-round match Wednesday because of an injured Achilles heel.
Tuesday's Games

Tuesday's Games

Tuesday's Games MLB American League Houston 4 Minnesota 1 (Astros lead series 1-0) Chicago White Sox 4 Oakland 1 (White Sox lead series 1-0) Tampa Bay 3 Toronto 1 (Rays lead series 1-0) N.Y.