National Sports

TFC expects to rest players on weekend ahead of Canadian Championship semifinal

The normal squad rotation from a midweek to a weekend game will likely be taken up a notch Saturday when Toronto FC visits Atlanta United in the penultimate game of a dismal MLS season.

Oct 29, 2021 12:08 PM Read more >

Toronto Argonauts can earn East Division playoff spot with home win over B.C. Lions

TORONTO — McLeod Bethel-Thompson has a rather unique explanation for the Toronto Argonauts success this season at BMO Field. Dirt, grass and worms.

Oct 29, 2021 11:07 AM Read more >

Blackhawks sexual assault scandal far from the only one in major sports

An independent investigation into the way the Chicago Blackhawks handled sexual assault allegations against former coach Brad Aldrich in 2010 has rocked the NHL.

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NHL says it will not discipline Jets GM Cheveldayoff in Blackhawks scandal

NEW YORK — NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said Friday that the league will not discipline Winnipeg Jets general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff, saying he is not responsible for the Chicago Blackhawks' handling of sexual assault allegations against a forme

Oct 29, 2021 10:17 AM Read more >

Sean Couturier helps Philadelphia Flyers fend off Vancouver Canucks 2-1

VANCOUVER — A quick start gave them the lead, then the Philadelphia Flyers rode the solid goaltending of Martin Jones to a 2-1 victory over the Vancouver Canucks in NHL play Thursday night.

Oct 28, 2021 11:33 PM Read more >

Allen earns SO, Canadiens end lengthy skid in San Jose 4-0

SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Jake Allen made 45 saves, Mike Hoffman scored for the third straight game and the Montreal Canadiens beat the Sharks 4-0 Thursday night for their first victory in San Jose in nearly 22 years.

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Amid scandal, Quenneville resigns as Florida Panthers coach

SUNRISE, Fla.

Oct 28, 2021 10:29 PM Read more >

Dubois, Connor lift Jets past struggling Kings 3-2

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Pierre-Luc Dubois scored twice, Kyle Connor had three assists and the Winnipeg Jets used a third-period charge to defeat the Los Angeles Kings 3-2 on Thursday night.

Oct 28, 2021 10:16 PM Read more >

OHL Roundup: Porco's three-point performance leads Colts past Wolves 7-3

BARRIE, Ont. — Nicholas Porco scored twice and added an assist to lead the Barrie Colts past the Sudbury Wolves 7-3 on Thursday in Ontario Hockey League action.

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Markstrom records another shutout, Flames top Penguins 4-0

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jacob Markstrom and the Calgary Flames put an emphatic end to a lengthy, successful five-game trip.

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