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Blue Jays sign Hoffman to three-year-deal

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted January 10, 2025 8:13 pm Updated January 10, 2025 10:01 pm 1 min read

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‘Pay him’: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. inks 1-year deal with Jays, fans want more

Some Toronto Blue Jays fans hoping the team will lock-down star slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. are going to have to

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Halifax Thunderbirds’ Tyson Bell given 7-game suspension by NLL for fan altercation

Descrease article font size Increase article font size The National Lacrosse League has handed a Halifax Thunderbirds player a seven-game

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Sidney Crosby sets another NHL record — this time at the dot

Sidney Crosby can add another accolade to his storied NHL career. During Tuesday’s game against the Columbus Blue Jackets, the

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The NHL’s 2026 outdoor Winter Classic game set for… Florida?

Hockey. Outdoors. In Florida. Next season, the NHL is making it happen — twice. The NHL announced Wednesday that the

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Lillard paces Bucks in 128-104 win over Raptors

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Raptors waive centre Bruno Fernando

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted January 7, 2025 12:00 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article

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Raptors have ‘no excuses’ for beat down by Bucks

TORONTO – RJ Barrett and the Toronto Raptors had no excuses for their dismal effort against the Milwaukee Bucks on

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IIHF president wants Russia back in hockey fold ‘as soon as possible’

Luc Tardif will be paying close attention to global events over the next few months. The door for one of

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Hockey Canada CEO ‘disappointed’ by early world junior exit

Katherine Henderson shares in the disappointment. The Hockey Canada president and CEO adds the national sport organization will do what’s

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Da Silva leads undermanned Magic past Raptors

TORONTO – Tristan da Silva scored 25 points to power the undermanned Orlando Magic past the Toronto Raptors 106-97 on

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Poor three-point defence costs Raptors

TORONTO – Stopping the Orlando Magic’s three-point shooting should have been easy. Orlando was making a league-worst 30.6 per cent

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Canada crashes out of hockey world juniors with 4-3 loss to Czechia

Canada was buzzing. The ice was tilted. A dramatic comeback victory felt inevitable. A team previously unable to click offensively

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Quickley returns to help Raptors end skid

Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Immanuel Quickley had a double-double in his return to Toronto’s

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Rookie Jonathan Mogbo assigned to Raptors 905

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Quickley’s return adds new dimension to Raptors

TORONTO – Immanuel Quickley dribbled a few steps past half-court, then stagger stepped to shed his defender and launch a

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Young leads Hawks past struggling Raptors 136-107

Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Trae Young had a double-double as the Atlanta Hawks routed

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Chess grandmaster returns to play after dispute over jeans resolved – National

Top-ranked chess player Magnus Carlsen is headed back to the World Blitz Championship on Monday after its governing body agreed

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Wimbledon finalist reveals she played through 2024 after breast cancer diagnosis – National

Former U.S. Open women’s doubles champion Gabriela Dabrowski revealed on Tuesday she had played through 2024 after undergoing treatment for

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Toronto Blue Jays appear to be at a crossroads

TORONTO – For a team hoping to rebound after a last-place finish in 2024, the Toronto Blue Jays have had

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Sidney Crosby surpasses Mario Lemieux for most assists in Penguins history

Descrease article font size Increase article font size NHL superstar Sidney Crosby has a long list of accolades and achievements

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Bruce Brown returns to Raptors lineup

TORONTO – Bruce Brown intercepted a pass and streaked down the court, driving past some token defence from Atlanta Hawks

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Raptors-Knicks deal a year ago reshaped both teams

TORONTO – A year ago the Toronto Raptors made a trade that officially signalled that the team was going to

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Canadian defenceman Matthew Schaefer out for rest of world juniors due to injury

Matthew Schaefer has dealt with adversity and heartache throughout his young life. One of the top prospects for the 2025

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Canadian NFL player Chuba Hubbard placed on Panthers’ IR for final 2 games with strained calf

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Carolina Panthers’ Chuba Hubbard has chance to break NFL record for Canadian players

Long the standard by which Canadian running backs are measured in the NFL, Rueben Mayes is hoping Chuba Hubbard can

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Halifax Thunderbirds player suspended by team after video shows fans attacked in Colorado

Descrease article font size Increase article font size A Halifax lacrosse player has been suspended by his team, as video

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Brooks lifts Rockets to 114-110 win over Raptors

TORONTO – The Toronto Raptors blew an early 16-point lead and saw their NBA losing streak reach seven games in

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Walter provides bright spot for slumping Raptors

TORONTO – Ja’Kobe Walter didn’t hesitate. After making three early triples to begin Sunday’s game against the Houston Rockets, the

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Canada’s efforts to combat abuse in sports saw slow progress this year – National

Steps to make Canadian sports safer were made in 2024, but to what end? A national commission began cross-country public

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Baseball legend Rickey Henderson dead at 65: reports

Descrease article font size Increase article font size Rickey Henderson, a 10-time All-Star and the all-time stolen base leader, died on

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Johnson spoils Barnes’s return as Nets top Raptors

By John Chidley-Hill The Canadian Press Posted December 19, 2024 5:21 pm Updated December 19, 2024 10:11 pm 2 min

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Barnes disappointed in return from injury

TORONTO – The Toronto Raptors were cruising along, leading by as many as 10 points, when their offence ground to

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Barnes upgraded to questionable by Raptors

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted December 18, 2024 12:58 pm Updated December 18, 2024 12:59 pm 1 min read

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Former Raptor Porter to be sentenced Wednesday

TORONTO – An expert in gaming law expects former Toronto Raptors centre Jontay Porter will be sentenced to at least

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Bulls hold off late Raptors charge for 122-121 win

TORONTO – Nikola Vucevic had 24 points and five rebounds as the Chicago Bulls held off the Toronto Raptors 122-121

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Lawson excited to play for hometown Raptors

TORONTO – Most Torontonians loathe the city’s downtown traffic but its slow pace gave A.J. Lawson the chance to soak

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Ja’Kobe Walter proves to be NBA ready for Raptors

TORONTO – It’s an old adage that rookies don’t draw fouls in the NBA. It’s partly because veterans get the

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Raptors sign Lawson to two-way contract

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted December 11, 2024 5:27 pm Updated December 11, 2024 9:51 pm 1 min read

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FIFA World Cup: 3 nations to host in 2030, Saudi Arabia in 2034 – National

Saudi Arabia has been officially confirmed by FIFA as host of the 2034 World Cup in men’s soccer, giving the

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Raptors need someone to step up with Barnes out

TORONTO – The Toronto Raptors will have to recreate Scottie Barnes in the aggregate. Barnes was wearing an air cast

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Barnes re-added to Raptors’ injury woes in loss

TORONTO – The Toronto Raptors’ injury woes never seem to end. All-star forward Scottie Barnes sprained his right ankle in

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Juan Soto agrees to record $765 million, 15-year contract with NY Mets – National

Star outfielder Juan Soto and the New York Mets agreed Sunday to a record $765 million, 15-year contract, a person

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Doncic triple-double leads Mavericks past Raptors

Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Luka Doncic had a triple-double to help the Mavericks fend

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Olynyk returns to Raptors to lead young bench

TORONTO – The Toronto Raptors’ second unit can be renamed Kelly’s Kids. Canadian centre Kelly Olynyk returned to the Raptors’

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Lawful gun owners feel cheated by new federal firearms ban

The federal government expanded its ban on firearms on Thursday, adding 324 makes and models of guns to the prohibited

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Gilgeous-Alexander powers Thunder past Raptors

Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Hamilton’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 30 points in 30 minutes of

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Toronto Tempo unveiled as handle for new WNBA team as leak accelerates unveiling

Canada’s new WNBA franchise will be called the Toronto Tempo, a handle officially unveiled with some haste Thursday morning after it was

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Barnes has career-high as Raptors beat Pacers

TORONTO – Scottie Barnes had a career-high 35 points as Toronto held off the Indiana Pacers 122-111 on Tuesday after

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Raptors learning to close out close games

TORONTO – The Toronto Raptors are getting sharper in the fourth quarter, and it’s getting them into the win column.

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Italian soccer player in medically induced coma after mid-game collapse – National

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Barrett leads Raptors past Heat 119-116

Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Canadian RJ Barrett had a game-high 37 points as the

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Guinea soccer match stampede following clashes kills 56 people – National

Fifty-six people were killed and several injured in a stampede at a soccer stadium in southern Guinea, following clashes between

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RJ Barrett dominates at home for Raptors

TORONTO – RJ Barrett is putting the cooking in home cooking, dominating play whenever his Toronto Raptors play at Scotiabank

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PWHL opens 2nd season looking to build on 1st-year success – National

Nothing will replace the special moments and many firsts — first game, first road trip, first win — Hilary Knight

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Court to hear legal arguments in sex assault case of 5 hockey players

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted November 25, 2024 7:31 am Updated November 25, 2024 8:34 am 1 min read

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Conor McGregor ordered to pay woman $360K in civil rape case – National

NOTE: The following article contains content that some might find disturbing. Please read at your own discretion. Conor McGregor, former

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Scottie Barnes returns to Raptors’ lineup

TORONTO – The Toronto Raptors have added Scottie Barnes and subtracted the point guard position from their starting lineup. Barnes,

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Barnes returns as Raptors stun T’wolves 110-105

TORONTO – RJ Barrett of Mississauga, Ont., had 31 points and seven rebounds as the Raptors stunned the Minnesota Timberwolves

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Poeltl in midst of career-best season

TORONTO – Chants of “Jak! Jak! Jak!” could be heard coming through the doors of the Toronto Raptors’ locker room

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Poeltl, Barrett help Raptors snap seven-game skid

TORONTO – Jakob Poeltl and Canadian RJ Barrett continued to carry the injury-depleted Raptors in a 130-119 win over the

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The Grey Cup is here: Toronto Argonauts set to take on Winnipeg Blue Bombers

Descrease article font size Increase article font size The Toronto Argonauts and Winnipeg Blue Bombers battle for the Grey Cup

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Agbaji’s defensive versatility helping Raptors

TORONTO – If you want to quickly find Ochai Agbaji during a Toronto Raptors game, just look for the other

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Here’s how the Argos and Blue Bombers match up ahead of Grey Cup Sunday

There’s a long list of things the Toronto Argonauts must do if they hope to upset the Winnipeg Blue Bombers

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Jake Paul beats Mike Tyson: Millions tune in for much-hyped bout on Netflix – National

The boos from a crowd wanting more action were growing again when Jake Paul dropped his gloves before the final

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Beasley helps Pistons escape Toronto with win

Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Malik Beasley had 20 points, including seven in the fourth

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Raptors unveil Carter-themed alternate jersey

TORONTO – A special edition Toronto Raptors jersey unveiled on Thursday tries to sum up the franchise’s 30 seasons in

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Raptors return to Toronto on losing skid

TORONTO – It’s even becoming tough for the usually sunny Darko Rajakovic to put a positive light on the Toronto

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Canada Soccer women’s head coach out amid Olympic drone-spying scandal – National

The independent report into the Olympic drone-spying scandal involving members of the Canadian women’s soccer team coaching staff leaves as many questions

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Raptors’ Immanuel Quickley out again

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted November 12, 2024 5:27 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article

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From 300 lbs to 100K races: How this mom of 4 took up ultramarathons

Jessica McBride, pushing 300 pounds after the birth of her third child in 2015, was overweight and had to change.

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How NCAA rule to admit CHL players could create butterfly effect across hockey

The winds of change continue to swirl around the NCAA as the governing body for U.S. collegiate sports opened the

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Walter out after re-spraining shoulder

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted November 8, 2024 5:27 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article

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‘The latest evolution’: PWHL unveils game jerseys with team names, logos

Descrease article font size Increase article font size The Professional Women’s Hockey League has revealed the jersey designs for its

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Aggressive play a double-edged sword for Raptors

Coming into the new season the Toronto Raptors emphasized that they were going to play hard, fast, aggressive basketball. Nine

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Canadian Zach Edey turning heads with start to NBA career with Memphis Grizzlies

Canadian NBA rookie Zach Edey is living up to his advanced billing as just nine games into his NBA career,

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Jacques Villeneuve calls thieves of late father’s bronze monument ‘soulless beings’

Jacques Villeneuve, the son of late Canadian Formula One driver Gilles Villeneuve, is lashing out at thieves who stole a

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Yankees fans ejected after prying ball out of Mookie Betts’ glove at World Series – National

By Larry Fleisher The Associated Press Posted October 30, 2024 8:14 am Updated October 30, 2024 2:37 pm 1 min

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Vince Carter inspired Canadians on the court

TORONTO – Ask any Canadian playing in the NBA about Vince Carter and they’ll tell you they’re there because of

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Canada’s Barrett helps Raptors to 131-128 OT win

Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – RJ Barrett of Mississauga, Ont., had 31 points and was

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Carter speaks of legacy ahead of jersey retirement

TORONTO – Vince Carter is trying his best to stay in the moment and not let his feelings get the

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Carter Effect still felt in recreation basketball

TORONTO – Glen Grunwald’s expectations were low for Vince Carter’s pre-draft workout with the Toronto Raptors. Not because Carter didn’t

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Ja’Kobe Walter available to play for Raptors

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Timeline: Highs and lows of Vince Carter’s career

Basketball Hall of Famer Vince Carter will have his No. 15 jersey retired by the Toronto Raptors on Saturday, the

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NewsAlert: Barnes out with broken orbital bone

Toronto Raptors all-star Scottie Barnes is out at least three weeks with a fractured right orbital bone.

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Raptors all-star Scottie Barnes out three weeks

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted October 30, 2024 1:36 pm Updated October 30, 2024 1:37 pm 1 min read

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Think you can dance better than Raygun? Do your best and win some cash – National

Think you can breakdance better than Raygun? Well, here’s your chance. Rachael “Raygun” Gunn, the Australian breakdancer who almost single-handedly

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Injured Barnes to miss Raptors’ game at Charlotte

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Raptors exercise team options for Dick, Agbaji

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted October 29, 2024 3:49 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article

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Barrett returns to Raptors as Barnes gets hurt

TORONTO – Jakob Poeltl made a defensive rebound with 9.1 seconds left in overtime and made an outlet pass to

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Barrett gets green light to play against Nuggets

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U.S. star Ilia Malinin crushes it to win Skate Canada International title

U.S. figure skating star Ilia Malinin dominated the field and captured men’s gold at the Skate Canada International in Halifax

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5 Things to Know: Toronto Raptors’ 2024-25 season

TORONTO – The Toronto Raptors kick off the 2024-25 season on Wednesday night when they host the Cleveland Cavaliers at

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Raptors guard Quickley questionable vs. 76ers

TORONTO – It didn’t take long for Jamal Shead to earn more minutes with the Toronto Raptors. The 22-year-old rookie

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Raptors trying to ‘out-team the other team’

Toronto rookie Jamison Battle received a loud ovation from the remaining Raptors fans at Scotiabank Arena on Friday after he

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Raptors’ Quickley, Barrett out vs. 76ers

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted October 25, 2024 5:36 pm Updated October 25, 2024 5:37 pm 1 min read

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Vince McMahon accused of allowing ‘rampant’ sex abuse of underage ‘ring boys’ – National

Vince McMahon is facing yet another lawsuit, this time from five former “ring boys” who claim the wrestling mogul did

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Canada’s safe-sport commission set to begin cross-country hearings – National

The Future of Sport in Canada Commission starts tackling the country’s safe-sport crisis later this month with the first of

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Boucher gets more playing time for Raptors

TORONTO – Chris Boucher was back, for at least one game. The veteran forward spent most of last season at

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Shohei Ohtani’s historic 50-50 ball sells at auction for nearly $4.4M – National

Descrease article font size Increase article font size Shohei Ohtani’s 50th home run ball has sold at auction for nearly

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Raptors kick off season vs. Cavaliers

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted October 23, 2024 6:00 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article

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“Push the pace and play defence” is Raptors mantra

TORONTO – The Toronto Raptors will try to live up to their namesake in the NBA team’s 30th season and

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Barrett day-to-day ahead of Raptors home opener

TORONTO – The Toronto Raptors are inching closer to being totally healthy, just days before their home opener. Canadian swingman

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Blue Jays hire Popkins as hitting coach

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted October 21, 2024 5:28 pm Updated October 21, 2024 5:31 pm 1 min read

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Justin Kent and Natasha Wodak top Canadians at TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon

Natasha Wodak and Justin Kent cruised to their first Canadian marathon titles on Sunday in Toronto. Wodak, the 42-year-old Canadian women’s record

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‘There was no hockey background’: NHL star Nazem Kadri shares his story in new book

His playing career is far from done, but Calgary Flames star Nazem Kadri is taking a look back at his

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Raptors waive Carlson, Ramsey and Rhoden

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted October 19, 2024 4:00 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article

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Quickley questionable for final pre-season game

TORONTO – Even off the court, Immanuel Quickley is always looking to make an assist. Quickley was upgraded to questionable

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Barnes ready for regular-season return

TORONTO – It’s been the better part of eight months since Scottie Barnes was in a regular-season NBA game. A

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Ochai Agbaji stands tall defensively for Raptors

TORONTO – Ochai Agbaji’s relatively small stature won’t stop him from defending some of the biggest and best forwards in

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Gradey Dick leads Raptors past Celtics 119-118

Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Gradey Dick led all scorers with 27 points as the

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Celtics start fast, hang on to tip Raptors 115-111

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Mark Messier says ‘change’ is inevitable as the NHL enters streaming era on Amazon

Over his quarter century in the National Hockey League, Mark Messier witnessed sweeping technological changes to the game, from the

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Boucher has 22 points for Raptors in loss to Wiz

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted October 11, 2024 10:35 pm Updated October 11, 2024 10:43 pm 1 min read

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Depth at guard helping Raptors defensively

Any team facing the Toronto Raptors’ second unit this season can expect a rough ride as soon as they approach

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Rafael Nadal announces his retirement from tennis after injury woes – National

Rafael Nadal announced his impending retirement from tennis on Thursday at age 38 after winning 22 Grand Slam singles titles

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Barnes to return to Raptors lineup on Friday

TORONTO – Finally, Scottie Barnes will get to play some competitive basketball again. Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic confirmed on

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RJ Barrett out for rest of Raptors pre-season

TORONTO – The injury bug has followed the Toronto Raptors into the new NBA season. Canadian swingman RJ Barrett will

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Gradey Dick ready to earn starters role on Raptors

Gradey Dick is willing to do whatever the Toronto Raptors need of him. Dick saw big minutes for a rookie

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Raps beat Wizards in Montreal to open pre-season

MONTREAL – On a night Toronto Raptors stars Scottie Barnes and Immanuel Quickley didn’t suit up, hometown favourite Chris Boucher

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Toronto Raptors president Masai Ujiri denies rumours of rift with Edward Rogers

Toronto Raptors team president Masai Ujiri tried to lay to rest rumours that he has friction with Edward Rogers, the executive chair

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George ready for “hometown” NBA debut

Kyshawn George was raised in Switzerland so he never expected he’d get to play an NBA game in front of

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Old faces, new places: A look at NHLers on new teams as the season kicks off

Nashville Predators star Filip Forsberg heard the rumblings. Steven Stamkos was unlikely to re-sign with the Tampa Bay Lightning. Music City

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Intriguing off-season awaits for Blue Jays

TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays moved quickly by making some coaching changes after a last-place finish in the American

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Shapiro sees ‘no grounds’ to fire Blue Jays GM after disappointing year

Despite the fact that the Toronto Blue Jays finished last in the American League East, team president Mark Shapiro said

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Raptors’ Quickley, Poeltl working on chemistry

It may seem like it, but 432 minutes isn’t that much time. That’s how much playing time Toronto Raptors starting

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Barrett embracing limelight, defence with Raptors

MONTREAL – RJ Barrett isn’t concerned the hometown limelight will wear him down. The Toronto Raptors guard/forward is instead choosing

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Raptors have ‘clean slate’ heading into new season

TORONTO – Head coach Darko Rajakovic is putting on his foreman’s helmet as the Toronto Raptors lean into developing their

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Raps’ Boucher motivated as camp opens in hometown

MONTREAL – When Chris Boucher first played an NBA pre-season game in his home city in 2018, he was a

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Five things to know ahead of Raptors training camp

TORONTO – The Toronto Raptors begin their pre-season training camp on Tuesday in Montreal. Here are five things to know

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Blue Jays recall Eisert before season finale

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Toronto Raptors to retire Vince Carter’s No. 15

TORONTO – As far as legacies go, it’s a complicated one for Vince Carter and the Toronto Raptors. That won’t

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Raptors rookie Walter to miss training camp

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted September 27, 2024 12:13 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article

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A timeline of Carter’s history with Raptors

TORONTO – NBA Hall of Famer Vince Carter has had a complicated history with the Toronto Raptors, starting as the

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Christine Sinclair, Canadian soccer legend, announces retirement

Canadian legend Christine Sinclair announced Friday that she will retire from playing professional soccer at the end of the season.

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Jays shortstop Bichette to undergo finger surgery

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted September 25, 2024 5:18 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article

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Red Sox rally to beat Blue Jays 6-5 in 10 innings

TORONTO – The Boston Red Sox kept their slim playoff hopes alive with a come-from-behind 6-5 victory in 10 innings

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Rock climber falls to his death at Devils Tower, leaving partner stranded – National

Descrease article font size Increase article font size A rock climber scaling Wyoming’s Devils Tower National Monument fell to his

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Red Sox keep playoff hopes alive, beat Jays 4-1

TORONTO – The Boston Red Sox kept their slim playoff hopes alive on Monday by beating the Toronto Blue Jays

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Questions abound about Toronto Blue Jays’ offseason plans

A late-season Blue Jays news release in 2023 trumpeted the team’s push to the post-season and release of playoff ticket

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Stray puppy that brought Hamlin bad luck stays after driver advances in NASCAR playoffs – National

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The dog can stay — at least for another round of NASCAR’s playoffs. The future of

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Canadian track star Andre De Grasse enjoying reception after latest Olympic medal

Andre De Grasse is enjoying the high of being a gold medallist once again. The 29-year-old from Markham, Ont., capped off

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Raptors forward Brown out after surgery

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted September 20, 2024 12:21 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article

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NHL’s Ottawa Senators reach downtown arena deal with National Capital Commission

It went down to the deadline, but the National Hockey League’s Senators have an agreement to build a new arena

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Bichette back on injured list with finger fracture

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted September 19, 2024 12:59 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article

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Rogers to buy out Bell’s share of MLSE for $4.7B

Rogers Communications Inc. is buying out Bell‘s 37.5 per cent share of Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment for C$4.7 billion, giving

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Canadian Futures Showcase becoming destination

TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays’ Canadian Futures Showcase has become a destination for young baseball prospects and scouts alike.

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Jays reinstate Bichette from injured list

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted September 17, 2024 5:31 pm Updated September 17, 2024 6:00 pm 1 min read

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Lucky 87! Sidney Crosby signs extension with Penguins ahead of 20th NHL season

Descrease article font size Increase article font size Canadian hockey legend Sidney Crosby has a contract extension with the Pittsburgh

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Blue Jays claim Heineman off waivers from Red Sox

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted September 16, 2024 4:27 pm Updated September 16, 2024 4:28 pm 1 min read

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Blue Jackets GM places focus on hockey in wake of Johnny Gaudreau’s tragic death

Hearing the familiar sounds of clacking sticks and pucks banging off the boards and glass while watching Columbus Blue Jackets

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Ugandan Olympic athlete who died from burns gets military funeral – National

Thousands of mourners in Uganda paid respects to Rebecca Cheptegei, the Olympic athlete who died last week in Kenya after

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Man charged in Gaudreau brothers’ deaths had blood-alcohol level over legal limit

Sean M. Higgins, the driver charged with killing NHL hockey player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew while they biked

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Paris 2024 saw 12 million tickets sold for Olympics and Paralympics – National

Descrease article font size Increase article font size More than 12 million tickets were sold for the Olympics and Paralympics

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Blue Jays pick up de Geus off waivers from Marlins

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted September 12, 2024 3:47 pm Updated September 12, 2024 3:48 pm 1 min read

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PWHL unveils names, logos for all six teams ahead of second season

The wait is finally over after the Professional Women’s Hockey League unveiled the names for its six teams Monday. In

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Ex-boyfriend accused of setting Rebecca Cheptegei on fire dies from burns – National

The former boyfriend of Ugandan Olympic athlete Rebecca Cheptegei, who was accused of setting her on fire, has died from

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Tanenbaum re-elected chair of NBA’s board

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted September 10, 2024 7:04 pm Updated September 10, 2024 7:05 pm 1 min read

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After bombing her Olympic debut, Raygun ranked world’s #1 breakdancer – National

Despite bombing at the 2024 Olympics (and almost breaking the internet in the process), Australian breakdancer B-Girl Raygun is having

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Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau remembered for being ‘family first’ fathers at Pennsylvania funeral

Eleven days after their sudden and tragic deaths, a funeral was held for Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau on Monday where

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Johnny Gaudreau’s wife Meredith announces 3rd pregnancy during emotional eulogy

Meredith Gaudreau, the wife of late NHL star Johnny Gaudreau, revealed she’s pregnant with the couple’s third baby during her

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Canada doubles Paralympic gold from Tokyo restoring momentum at games – National

What looked like a bounce back for Canada at the Paralympic Games was more of a return to form. Canada’s

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Canadiens’ Cole Caufield will don No. 13 jersey to honour hero Johnny Gaudreau

Montreal Canadiens forward Cole Caufield is changing jersey numbers to honour hockey star and his hero Johnny Gaudreau, who was

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Bo Bichette’s recovery from calf strain continues

By John Chidley-Hill The Canadian Press Posted September 3, 2024 5:42 pm Updated September 3, 2024 6:29 pm 2 min

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Slovakia, Latvia and Denmark qualify for men’s hockey at 2026 Olympics

Denmark, Slovakia and Latvia have qualified for the men’s hockey tournament at the 2026 Milan Olympics, the return of NHL

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Blue Jays recall Eisert, De Los Santos from minors

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted September 1, 2024 12:01 pm Updated September 1, 2024 2:45 pm 1 min read

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Johnny Gaudreau’s wife posts on social media for first time since his death – National

Johnny Gaudreau’s wife paid tribute to her late husband in a pair of social media posts on Saturday, speaking out

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Former Calgary Flames player Johnny Gaudreau, brother Matthew killed in New Jersey collision

Former Calgary Flames player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew Gaudreau were killed in a collision in New Jersey on

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Russian player’s induction into Hockey Hall of Fame ‘deeply offensive’: UCC – National

The planned induction of a Russian ice hockey player, formerly of the Detroit Red Wings, into the Hockey Hall of

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Travis Kelce buys stake in Canadian racehorse sharing Taylor Swift’s name

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce has bought an ownership stake in a Canadian racehorse sharing the name of

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What to expect for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games – National

Let the games begin again. The Paralympic Games are set to open Wednesday as some 4,400 athletes with disabilities, permanent

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Gausman helps Blue Jays sweep Angels

TORONTO – Kevin Gausman gave younger teammate Bowden Francis for inspiring the veteran’s first-rate pitching performance on Sunday. Gausman struck

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Francis leads Blue Jays to 3-1 win over Angels

TORONTO – When Toronto Blue Jays starter Bowden Francis hopped on his electric bicycle for the four-kilometre spin to Rogers

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Homers by Loperfido, Barger lift Jays over Angels

TORONTO – Addison Barger will require a video review of his first walk-off homer in Major League Baseball because after

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Clement, Blue Jays earn 5-3 win over Angels

TORONTO – Jaws dropped in the Toronto Blue Jays dugout when Ernie Clement hit an above-the-shoulder-high fastball over the left-field

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Canadian baseball star Votto announces retirement

TORONTO – Canadian baseball star Joey Votto is retiring. The 40-year-old first baseman announced in an Instagram post Wednesday evening

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Jays claim Lucas off waivers from Detroit

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Jays’ Francis named AL Player of the Week

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Raptors sign back-up guard Jared Rhoden

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10 Canadian athletes to watch for 2028 Olympics – National

The Paris Games are over and the Summer Olympics torch is moving on to Los Angeles in 2028. After Summer

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Canadian Olympians return home after record Games – National

The arrival terminals at airports in Toronto and Montreal were filled with cheers on Monday as fans and family gathered

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Jordan Chiles appeal denied, gymnast must return Olympic bronze medal – National

International sports officials will not reconsider a ruling to strip American gymnast Jordan Chiles of the Paris 2024 Olympic bronze

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Raptors open 2024-25 at home to Cavs

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Jordan Chiles controversy: Sports authority denies bias in bronze medal ruling – National

As the drama surrounding Jordan Chiles continues to tumble onward, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has denied “outrageous”

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Convicted rapist Steven van de Velde cries in post-Olympics interviews – National

Dutch beach volleyball player and convicted child rapist Steven van de Velde has broken his silence about his controversial inclusion

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Olympic boxing champ Imane Khelif files lawsuit for cyberbullying against her – National

French prosecutors opened an investigation into an online harassment complaint made by Olympic boxing champion Imane Khelif after a torrent

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Raptors visit Bucks in NBA tournament opener

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted August 13, 2024 4:11 pm Updated August 13, 2024 4:33 pm 1 min read

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Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran suspended for homophobic slur aimed at fan – National

Boston Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran has been temporarily suspended without pay after he was recorded calling a heckling fan

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Oly closing ceremony reached 12M Canadians: CBC – National

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted August 12, 2024 7:25 pm Updated August 12, 2024 7:26 pm 1 min read

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Jordan Chiles stripped of bronze medal, USA Gymnastics files appeal – National

USA Gymnastics has submitted an appeal against the International Olympic Committee’s decision that gymnast Jordan Chiles must return her Paris

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Guerrero’s streak ends as Blue Jays lose to A’s

TORONTO – Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s 22-game hit streak fizzled out in his final at-bat on Sunday when he hit into

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Coles-Lyster ninth in women’s track cycling omnium – National

SAINT-QUENTIN-EN-YVELINES, France – Bittersweet. That’s how Maggie Coles-Lyster described her ninth-place finish in the omnium at the Paris Olympics, despite

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Guerrero extends streak, but Blue Jays fall to A’s

TORONTO – Vladimir Guerrero Jr. failed to provide some joy to the Toronto Blue Jays for the first time in

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Canada’s Arop wins Olympic silver in men’s 800 – National

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted August 10, 2024 1:18 pm Updated August 10, 2024 1:32 pm 1 min read

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Berrios, Guerrero lift Blue Jays to series-opening

TORONTO – Vladimir Guerrero extended his hit streak to 21 games with two singles, but it was his running catch

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Canada’s Derek Drouin gets his silver medal — 12 years late. Here’s why

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted August 9, 2024 10:39 am Updated August 9, 2024 10:41 am 1 min read

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Guerrero Jr. leads Blue Jays past Orioles 7-6

TORONTO – Vladimir Guerrero Jr. gave his Hall of Fame father something to cheer about in what otherwise has been

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Maude Charron takes silver for Canada in women’s weightlifting

PARIS – Maude Charron lifted Canada to a silver medal Thursday in the women’s 59-kilogram weightlifting event at the Paris

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Blue Jays fall 7-3 in Orioles’ comeback victory

TORONTO – Hours after Toronto Blue Jays president and CEO Mark Shapiro blamed his team’s disappointing year on the bullpen,

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Paris mayor unleashes series of F-bombs on Olympic opening ceremony critics – National

Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo did not mince words as she launched into an expletive-filled tirade against those who criticized the