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'Why not sign two years?:' Vancouver Canucks winger Kuzmenko happy with extension

'Why not sign two years?:' Vancouver Canucks winger Kuzmenko happy with extension

VANCOUVER — It's little wonder Andrei Kuzmenko captured the hearts of Vancouver Canucks fans so quickly.
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Toronto FC lands a new No. 1 goalkeeper in U.S. international Sean Johnson

Toronto FC lands a new No. 1 goalkeeper in U.S. international Sean Johnson

Toronto FC filled its gaping hole in goal Friday, signing U.S. international Sean Johnson through 2024. The 33-year-old free agent, who spent the last six seasons with New York City FC, is entering his 14th season in Major League Soccer.
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New CONCACAF-CONMEBOL agreement gives Canada games against top-tier opposition

New CONCACAF-CONMEBOL agreement gives Canada games against top-tier opposition

Canada is getting its wish to play more top-tier competition ahead of the 2026 FIFA men's World Cup.
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Defence will once again be looked upon to fill the net for CF Montreal

Defence will once again be looked upon to fill the net for CF Montreal

MONTREAL — As the third week of CF Montreal’s training camp draws to an end, the Major League Soccer club's turbulent off-season continues to draw attention away from the implementation of new head coach Hernan Losada’s tactical philosophy.
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Italy prop Nemer who gave teammate banana is suspended

Italy prop Nemer who gave teammate banana is suspended

ROME (AP) — Benetton and Italy prop Ivan Nemer was suspended until the end of the season on Friday after giving a rotten banana to a Black teammate. During a secret Santa exchange of gifts at a Benetton team dinner on Dec.
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Veteran Canadian goalkeeper Erin McLeod announces retirement from international game

Veteran Canadian goalkeeper Erin McLeod announces retirement from international game

Veteran goalkeeper Erin McLeod, who survived a string of injuries to win 119 caps for Canada over a distinguished senior career that spanned more than two decades, has announced her retirement from international soccer. McLeod, who turns 40 on Feb.
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Caufield: surgery ‘best decision,’ but would be playing in Canadiens playoff push

Caufield: surgery ‘best decision,’ but would be playing in Canadiens playoff push

MONTREAL — The decision to undergo right shoulder surgery was a calculated group decision, but not a very popular one for Cole Caufield.
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Expansion Vancouver FC to face provincial rival Pacific FC in 2023 CPL season opener

Expansion Vancouver FC to face provincial rival Pacific FC in 2023 CPL season opener

Expansion Vancouver FC will kick off life in the Canadian Premier League at provincial rival Pacific FC on April 14 at Starlight Stadium in Langford, B.C. The Friday night matchup serves as the opener to the league's fifth season. The two B.C.
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Grey Cup hero Robbie Smith signs extension with Toronto Argonauts

Grey Cup hero Robbie Smith signs extension with Toronto Argonauts

TORONTO — Grey Cup hero Robbie Smith is staying put. The Canadian defensive lineman signed a contract extension with the Toronto Argonauts on Friday. Smith was slated to become a free agent next month. The 25-year-old from Brampton, Ont.
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Toronto Maple Leafs star Matthews sidelined for at least three weeks with knee sprain

Toronto Maple Leafs star Matthews sidelined for at least three weeks with knee sprain

Toronto Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews will miss at least three weeks with a knee sprain, the team announced Friday. The 25-year-old centre has 25 goals and 53 points in 47 contests this season.
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