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Grief, loss changed mindset of top NHL draft prospect Matthew Schaefer

Grief, loss changed mindset of top NHL draft prospect Matthew Schaefer

Matthew Schaefer has been hit with heartache and grief. The 17-year-old defenceman projected to go first overall at the 2025 NHL draft dusted himself off after each devastating blow.
Canadian international Sarah Stratigakis returns home, signs with NSL's AFC Toronto

Canadian international Sarah Stratigakis returns home, signs with NSL's AFC Toronto

TORONTO — Canadian midfielder Sarah Stratigakis tells a familiar story in signing with AFC Toronto "I'm very excited. Finally, to have a chance to play professionally in Canada," said the 26-year-old from Woodbridge, Ont.
Canada’s women fall to France, Hungary at 3x3 basketball World Cup, head to play-in

Canada’s women fall to France, Hungary at 3x3 basketball World Cup, head to play-in

ULAANBAATAR — Canada’s women’s team dropped both of its games Wednesday at the FIBA 3x3 Basketball World Cup and will now have to go the play-in route for a shot at the quarterfinals.
Canada's Myles Creighton does it all in first win on Korn Ferry Tour

Canada's Myles Creighton does it all in first win on Korn Ferry Tour

Myles Creighton had such a good week he almost forgot about the hole-in-one. Creighton, from Digby, N.S.
Canadian men down El Salvador in ill-tempered, chaotic game at CONCACAF Gold Cup

Canadian men down El Salvador in ill-tempered, chaotic game at CONCACAF Gold Cup

HOUSTON — Canada is headed to the quarterfinals of the CONCACAF Gold Cup to face Guatemala after a 2-0 win over nine-man El Salvador in a chaotic, ill-tempered game Tuesday. Captain Jonathan David and Tajon Buchanan scored for No.
Sirens select Czech star Kaltounkova first overall in PWHL draft

Sirens select Czech star Kaltounkova first overall in PWHL draft

OTTAWA — The Professional Women’s Hockey League ushered in a new era Tuesday night, selecting 48 players from a global talent pool in its 2025 draft in Ottawa creating new opportunities for the next generation of players to make their mark on the pro
Springer's grand slam breaks game open, Blue Jays beat Guardians 10-6

Springer's grand slam breaks game open, Blue Jays beat Guardians 10-6

CLEVELAND (AP) — George Springer broke the game open with a grand slam in the eighth inning, Eric Lauer held Cleveland scoreless until the sixth, and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Guardians 10-6 on Tuesday night.
Keith, Chara, Thornton, Mogilny, Botterill, Decker named to HHOF

Keith, Chara, Thornton, Mogilny, Botterill, Decker named to HHOF

Duncan Keith was sorting through papers in his house when he got the call. Unsure if it was a spam call or not, but recognizing the Toronto 416 area code, he quickly decided to answer. It was the right move, to say the least.
New Kraken forward Mason Marchment excited for fresh start

New Kraken forward Mason Marchment excited for fresh start

SEATTLE (AP) — Stanley Cup playoff hockey hasn’t been all that common in Seattle since the Kraken played their first season. However, Mason Marchment already knows full well what it looks like.
B.C. economy will get a kick out of hosting FIFA World Cup games, government says

B.C. economy will get a kick out of hosting FIFA World Cup games, government says

VICTORIA — There is less than a year to go before Vancouver is on the global stage hosting seven FIFA World Cup soccer games, and leaders are promoting the economic benefits of spending hundreds of millions of dollars on the international showcase.