National Sports

Johnsson leads Maple Leafs to 6-0 win over Red Wings

DETROIT — The resurgent Toronto Maple Leafs are enjoying life under new coach Sheldon Keefe.

Nov 27, 2019 8:51 PM Read more >

Penguins score 6 times in 3rd, rally past Canucks 8-6

PITTSBURGH — Penguins defenceman Kris Letang didn’t even see the puck go in. He just heard the roar of the crowd. That was all he needed on a night when his team was in dreadful shape earlier in the third period.

Nov 27, 2019 8:26 PM Read more >

Raptors-Knicks believed to be first time four Canadians on NBA court together

TORONTO — For nearly six minutes on Wednesday, four Canadians were on the floor together in an NBA game — apparently for the first time in history.

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Lindholm scores in OT, Flames beat Sabres 3-2

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Flames captain Mark Giordano was thoroughly impressed with how Calgary rallied rather than unraveled.

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Chara scores go-ahead goal in third period as Bruins top Senators

OTTAWA — The Ottawa Senators found plenty of positives in a 2-1 loss to the Boston Bruins Wednesday night.

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RJ Barrett plans to suit up for Canada at Olympic qualifying tournament

TORONTO — On the day RJ Barrett played his first NBA game at home, and hours after he committed his summer to Canada, the New York Knicks rookie wore his heart on his shoes. The 19-year-old from Mississauga, Ont.

Nov 27, 2019 6:52 PM Read more >

Canadian basketball men to face No. 7-ranked Greece in quest for Olympic berth

TORONTO — The Canadian men's basketball team may have to get past NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo to get to the Tokyo Olympics. The good news for Canada is it should have the players to do it.

Nov 27, 2019 3:40 PM Read more >

Messi celebrates, Liverpool frustrated in Champions League

Another day to celebrate for Lionel Messi. Another frustrating day for Liverpool against a familiar opponent.

Nov 27, 2019 3:25 PM Read more >

Christine Sinclair, Alphonso Davies up for Canada Soccer annual awards

TORONTO — Canada captain Christine Sinclair and Bayern Munich teenager Alphonso Davies are among the nominees for the 2019 Canada Soccer Player Awards.

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Canadiens search for ways to reverse slide after humiliating loss to Bruins

BROSSARD, Que. — Despite his team's recent string of defeats, Montreal Canadiens head coach Claude Julien insists it isn't a lack of effort that is sinking his squad.

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