National Sports

In the Rings: Outgoing Sportsnet exec calls Slam series a 'real success story'

TORONTO — The big feather in Scott Moore's cap as he leaves his position as Sportsnet president is that he helped the company land a long-term deal with the National Hockey League.

Oct 30, 2018 2:29 PM Read more >

Infantino expects release of info from cyberattack on FIFA

LONDON — FIFA President Gianni Infantino is braced for a release of private information gained by hackers after world soccer's governing body said its computer network was subject to another cyberattack. The disclosure comes in the same month the U.

Oct 30, 2018 2:23 PM Read more >

Raonic beats Tsonga at Paris Masters, Federer next

PARIS — Canada's Milos Raonic came from a set down and advanced to the second round of the Paris Masters on Tuesday with a tough 6-7 (4), 7-6 (5), 7-6 (5) win over France's Jo-Wilfried Tsonga. Raonic, from Thornhill, Ont.

Oct 30, 2018 1:40 PM Read more >

After poor season, Toronto FC looks to strengthen squad and return to winning ways

TORONTO — Calling the MLS season unacceptable, Toronto FC plans to upgrade its defence, add width and bring in another option up front.

Oct 30, 2018 11:51 AM Read more >

Americans roll at world championships, Canada impresses with fourth-place finish

DOHA, Qatar — Relaxed, relieved and with the gold medal the U.S. women's gymnastics team flew halfway across the globe for secured, Morgan Hurd needed a break.

Oct 30, 2018 11:47 AM Read more >

Jay Baruchel on the state of hockey in Canada, says NHL is 'boring'

TORONTO — Jay Baruchel's passion for hockey is as well documented as his acting and filmmaking career. The comedy star has frequently stated his love of the Montreal Canadiens, and made two hockey films with the "Goon" franchise.

Oct 30, 2018 10:43 AM Read more >

Matt Nichols, Diontae Spencer, John Bowman named CFL top performers of the week

TORONTO — Winnipeg quarterback Matt Nichols, Ottawa receiver Diontae Spencer and Montreal defensive end John Bowman are the CFL top performers of the week.

Oct 30, 2018 10:27 AM Read more >

Info on drug use was concealed in report on Hernandez death

BOSTON — A lawyer representing the family of Aaron Hernandez says investigators concealed information about possible drug use by the late NFL star just before his prison suicide.

Oct 30, 2018 9:34 AM Read more >

St. John's to host Canada's final two qualifying games for basketball World Cup

ST. JOHN'S, N.L. — Canada will play its two final qualifying games for the 2019 FIBA Basketball World Cup at the Mile One Centre in St. John's, N.L. Canada Basketball announced the venue in a release on Tuesday. The Canadians will face Chile on Feb.

Oct 30, 2018 8:53 AM Read more >

Philadelphia's decadent 'Wing Bowl' no more after 26 years

Philadelphia's annual decadent display of binge eating and bad behaviour known as Wing Bowl is over after 26 years.

Oct 30, 2018 8:39 AM Read more >