National Sports

After winning it all, Toronto FC reduced to role of spoiler as season wraps up

Eliminated from playoff contention, Toronto FC has been reduced to the rank of spoiler for the final three games of the MLS regular season.

Oct 16, 2018 8:39 AM Read more >

In The Rings: Curling Canada plans to revisit residency rules over next year

Curling Canada high-performance director Gerry Peckham acknowledges that the current residency setup for elite Canadian curlers is an issue that is "timely and incredibly relevant." It seems quite possible change could soon be on the horizon.

Oct 16, 2018 7:00 AM Read more >

Venezuelan fans endure sacrifices to 'Play Ball' amid crisis

CARACAS, Venezuela — For 10 years, ever since they bonded over baseball at work, Franlet Bencomo and Elbert Albarran haven't missed an opening day game together.

Oct 16, 2018 4:29 AM Read more >

Dion Phaneuf has become good influence on Kings star Drew Doughty

TORONTO — Drew Doughty has won a Norris Trophy as the NHL's best defenceman and a pair of Stanley Cups with the Los Angeles Kings. But he'll be the first to tell you that he still needs work. That's where Dion Phaneuf comes in.

Oct 16, 2018 4:00 AM Read more >

Chacin, Brewers' bullpen blank Dodgers 4-0 for 2-1 NLCS lead

LOS ANGELES — The Milwaukee Brewers know they can count on their intimidating bullpen to get outs. They may not have been expecting a twice-demoted shortstop to generate so much offence .

Oct 15, 2018 10:16 PM Read more >

Scores and Schedule

Monday's Games MLB Post-season NL Championship Series Milwaukee 4 L.A.

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Monday's Games

Monday's Games MLB Post-season NL Championship Series Milwaukee 4 L.A.

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Sparks makes 33 saves in surprise start, Kapanen scores two as Leafs down Kings

TORONTO — Garret Sparks had a lot of thoughts rattling in his head before his first start of the season. He didn't have a chance to overthink the second.

Oct 15, 2018 9:16 PM Read more >

Tomas Plekanec scores in his 1,000th NHL game, Canadiens beat Red Wings 7-3

MONTREAL — It looked like Tomas Plekanec "drank from the fountain of youth" before Monday night's game.

Oct 15, 2018 8:39 PM Read more >

Room for Improvement: Kings frustrated after 1-3 road trip through Canada

TORONTO — Los Angeles Kings head coach John Stevens couldn't help but laugh when asked if his team needs to work on its breakaway speed. "And not the offensive zone or not on the power play?" said Stevens after L.A.

Oct 15, 2018 8:35 PM Read more >