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OTTAWA — The Ottawa Senators have experienced third-period woes a few times already this season, and coach Guy Boucher was thinking about that on Thursday as his club nearly gave up a three-goal lead.

TORONTO — The result didn't go the Leafs' way Thursday night but veteran defenceman Ron Hainsey still found some pluses in his 1,000th NHL game.

Rugby Canada and its disgruntled sevens players have come to an agreement ending the player boycott. But while they are back in the fold, it appears there may be more work needed to mend their differences.

NEW YORK — WNBA players have exercised their right to terminate their collective bargaining agreement after the 2019 season, cutting the deal short by two years.

HELSINKI — Patrik Laine could hardly find a better place than home to show off his high-scoring instincts.

Rugby Canada and its disgruntled sevens players have come to an agreement ending the player boycott. Thirteen players including co-captains Nate Hirayama and Harry Jones have boycotted training since their contracts ended Aug.

TORONTO — Odell Willis has apologized to CFL commissioner Randy Ambrosie after a controversial tweet voicing his displeasure at being given a fine. The B.C.

NEW YORK — Colorado Avalanche right-wing Mikko Rantanen, Pittsburgh Penguins centre Evgeni Malkin and Chicago Blackhawks right-wing Patrick Kane have been named the NHL three stars of October, while Vancouver Canucks centre Elias Pettersson is the ro

MONTREAL — They were once a fixture at the local convenience store and ended up tucked into the pockets of Montreal Canadiens' fans seeking to keep tabs on their favourite team.

OTTAWA — The Ottawa Redblacks' final game of the regular season has no meaning in the standings, but there's plenty at stake for some of the players lining up Friday night against the Toronto Argonauts.