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Kotkaniemi scores first two NHL goals as Habs come back to beat Capitals 6-4

Kotkaniemi scores first two NHL goals as Habs come back to beat Capitals 6-4

MONTREAL — Jesperi Kotkaniemi says he's never heard such a loud roar from the crowd on a night when the Montreal Canadiens set a record for the two fastest goals in NHL history.
Maple Leafs play better, but fall to Anton Khudobin and the Stars 2-1

Maple Leafs play better, but fall to Anton Khudobin and the Stars 2-1

TORONTO — A better effort ended with the same frustrating result for the Maple Leafs.
Craig Anderson with 46 saves, leads Senators over Sabres 4-2

Craig Anderson with 46 saves, leads Senators over Sabres 4-2

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.
Leafs defenceman Ron Hainsey joins select group, marks his 1,000th NHL game

Leafs defenceman Ron Hainsey joins select group, marks his 1,000th NHL game

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 strikes deal with sevens players, ending two-month boycott

Rugby Canada strikes deal with sevens players, ending two-month boycott

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.
WNBA cut short labour contract after 2019 season

WNBA cut short labour contract after 2019 season

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.
Laine's hat trick lifts Jets over Panthers 4-2 in Helsinki

Laine's hat trick lifts Jets over Panthers 4-2 in Helsinki

HELSINKI — Patrik Laine could hardly find a better place than home to show off his high-scoring instincts.
Rugby Canada strikes deal with sevens players, ending two-month boycott

Rugby Canada strikes deal with sevens players, ending two-month boycott

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.
Defensive lineman Willis apologizes to CFL commissioner after controversial tweet

Defensive lineman Willis apologizes to CFL commissioner after controversial tweet

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.
Rantanen, Malkin, Kane named NHL three stars for October, Pettersson top rookie

Rantanen, Malkin, Kane named NHL three stars for October, Pettersson top rookie

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