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Teenage midfielder Ballou Tabla commits to play for Canada, says he can't wait

Teenage midfielder Ballou Tabla commits to play for Canada, says he can't wait

The future of the Canadian men's soccer team got a little brighter Tuesday with news that teenager Ballou Tabla has committed to Canada.
Angels' Shohei Ohtani to have Tommy John surgery in October

Angels' Shohei Ohtani to have Tommy John surgery in October

ANAHEIM, Calif. — Los Angeles Angels two-way rookie Shohei Ohtani will have Tommy John surgery next week. The Angels confirmed Ohtani's long-expected decision on elbow ligament replacement Tuesday. Dr.
Raptors forward Leonard 'feels great' after first 5-on-5 session since January

Raptors forward Leonard 'feels great' after first 5-on-5 session since January

BURNABY, B.C. — Kawhi Leonard leaned back against the gym wall Tuesday as Alex McKechnie, the Toronto Raptors' director of sports science, carefully wrapped Leonard's knees in preventative ice. Every camera in the gym captured the moment.
Nurse scores 18 as Canada downs France 71-60 at FIBA Women's World Cup

Nurse scores 18 as Canada downs France 71-60 at FIBA Women's World Cup

TENERIFE, Spain — Kia Nurse had a game-high 18 points and six assists as Canada earned a bye into the quarterfinals of the FIBA Women's World Cup with a come-from-behind 71-60 win over France on Tuesday.
Blue Jays pitcher Aaron Sanchez has surgery on right index finger

Blue Jays pitcher Aaron Sanchez has surgery on right index finger

TORONTO — Blue Jays pitcher Aaron Sanchez had surgery on his right index finger on Tuesday, officially bringing his disappointing season to an end.
Lions gear up for playoff drive by acquiring running back Sutton from Alouettes

Lions gear up for playoff drive by acquiring running back Sutton from Alouettes

VANCOUVER — The B.C. Lions have augmented their attack for a playoff push by acquiring running back Tyrell Sutton from Montreal. The Lions also acquired the Alouettes' third-round pick in the 2019 CFL draft, with B.C.
Bombers coach O'Shea says Bighill ready for Esks, doesn't rule out Harris

Bombers coach O'Shea says Bighill ready for Esks, doesn't rule out Harris

WINNIPEG — Blue Bombers head coach Mike O'Shea says he expects linebacker Adam Bighill to play when Winnipeg visits the Edmonton Eskimos on Saturday.
Defence continues to be a problem for Toronto FC as goals and losses mount

Defence continues to be a problem for Toronto FC as goals and losses mount

TORONTO — Every goal has a tale to tell and, on pace for a franchise-worst 66 goals against, Toronto FC can fill volumes this season. "It's the difference in our season," coach Greg Vanney said Tuesday.
Too much grit? Marketing prof wonders if Gritty's rough edges will be tweaked

Too much grit? Marketing prof wonders if Gritty's rough edges will be tweaked

"Gritty" — the hip-swinging, arm-flailing, ear-smoking, googly-eyed hot mess of a Philadelphia Flyers mascot — returned to the spotlight Tuesday after a debut that sent the social media world spinning and left hockey fans unsure whether to applaud or
Ex-Jays pitcher Roberto Osuna inks peace bond; assault charge withdrawn

Ex-Jays pitcher Roberto Osuna inks peace bond; assault charge withdrawn

TORONTO — The assault case against former star Blue Jays pitcher Roberto Osuna ended on Tuesday when the prosecution withdrew the charge against him in exchange for a one-year agreement he stay away from the mother of his child and continue counselli