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Inspired by late father's words, Jets defenceman Josh Morrissey reaching new heights

Inspired by late father's words, Jets defenceman Josh Morrissey reaching new heights

Tom Morrissey sat his sons down in the summer of 2021. Cancer ravaging his body and aware he was short on time, the message was clear and to the point.
Poulin first female hockey player to win Canada's athlete of the year honour

Poulin first female hockey player to win Canada's athlete of the year honour

TORONTO — Marie-Philip Poulin was surprised to hear she was the first female hockey player to win the Northern Star Award, but she expects to have some company soon.
LeBron James (ankle) and Anthony Davis (illness) to sit for Lakers vs. Raptors

LeBron James (ankle) and Anthony Davis (illness) to sit for Lakers vs. Raptors

TORONTO — Los Angeles Lakers stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis were both listed as unavailable for Wednesday's game against the Raptors in Toronto.
Croatia soccer federation fined after fans verbally abuse Canadian 'keeper

Croatia soccer federation fined after fans verbally abuse Canadian 'keeper

DOHA, Qatar — FIFA has fined the Croatian soccer federation 50,000 Swiss francs (C$72,500) for after the team's fans verbally abused and taunted Canada goalkeeper Milan Borjan during a game at the World Cup.
Study finds that Canadian girls and their parents want a better, safer sport system

Study finds that Canadian girls and their parents want a better, safer sport system

Participation rates of girls in Canadian sport have returned to pre-pandemic levels, according to a recent study, despite fears that one in four would not return post-COVID. That's the good news.
Woodbine announces change of $1 million stakes race to King's Plate for 2023

Woodbine announces change of $1 million stakes race to King's Plate for 2023

TORONTO — After 70 years as The Queen’s Plate, Canada's oldest thoroughbred race is getting a name change next year. The $1 million stakes race will be known as The King’s Plate when it is run for the 164th time on Aug.
Decorated speedskater Isabelle Weidemann resets targets post-Beijing

Decorated speedskater Isabelle Weidemann resets targets post-Beijing

CALGARY — Isabelle Weidemann is proud of the state of her Olympic medals. "Super-dented," the Canadian speedskater said cheerfully.
Jets spoil Maurice's return to Winnipeg, beat Panthers 5-2

Jets spoil Maurice's return to Winnipeg, beat Panthers 5-2

WINNIPEG, Manitoba (AP) — Kyle Connor had two goals and an assist as the Jets spoiled Paul Maurice’s return to Winnipeg with a 5-2 victory over the Florida Panthers on Tuesday night.
Canadiens score 2 goals in 7-second span, beat Kraken 4-2

Canadiens score 2 goals in 7-second span, beat Kraken 4-2

SEATTLE (AP) — Cole Caufield and Josh Anderson scored in a seven-second span in the second period and the Montreal Canadiens snapped a two-game skid with a 4-2 win over the Seattle Kraken on Tuesday night.
Murray makes 44 saves, Marner extends streak, Leafs top Stars 4-0

Murray makes 44 saves, Marner extends streak, Leafs top Stars 4-0

DALLAS (AP) — Matt Murray made a season-high 44 saves and Mitch Marner extended his Toronto-record point streak to 20 games with an early assist as the Maple Leafs beat the Dallas Stars 4-0 on Tuesday night.
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