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Still learning how to win, young Canucks fall flat against Kraken

Still learning how to win, young Canucks fall flat against Kraken

VANCOUVER – The Vancouver Canucks look like a young team unaccustomed to winning. Because they indeed are a young team unaccustomed to winning,...

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Iain Macintyre

Canadiens running out of time to fix season-long problems

Canadiens running out of time to fix season-long problems

MONTREAL — The most representative moment of this 4-2 loss for the Montreal Canadiens was Lane Hutson whipping the puck away in frustration after...

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Eric Engels

Flames' Coronato staying upbeat as scoring drought continues: 'It's coming'

Flames' Coronato staying upbeat as scoring drought continues: 'It's coming'

ELMONT, N.Y. — Matt Coronato couldn’t help but look skyward after his second-period shot clanged off the crossbar and out of harm’s way. One...

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Eric Francis

With deepening talent pool, Canada's WBC breakthrough is just the beginning

With deepening talent pool, Canada's WBC breakthrough is just the beginning

HOUSTON — Running in from the bullpen for his biggest outing yet, Canada's Matt Wilkinson took in his surroundings at Daikin Park, scanned the...

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Shi Davidi

Raptors rally for much-needed win over Suns

Raptors rally for much-needed win over Suns

TORONTO – More than one thing can be true at once.  On one hand, the Toronto Raptors have a roster where all their starters have at least five...

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Michael Grange

Oilers Takeaways: Strong performance spoiled by late Blues rally

Oilers Takeaways: Strong performance spoiled by late Blues rally

Sometimes you just don’t get what you might deserve. But most times, you get what you earn. Reeling after a 7-2 loss the night before in Dallas, the...

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Mark Spector

Canada’s run to WBC quarterfinals ends with loss to U.S.

Canada’s run to WBC quarterfinals ends with loss to U.S.

HOUSTON – The United States stole hockey from Canada at the Olympics and try as they did, the Canadians couldn’t steal baseball in return from the...

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Shi Davidi

Olympic jerseys, video 'fire up' Canada ahead of U.S. quarterfinal at WBC

Olympic jerseys, video 'fire up' Canada ahead of U.S. quarterfinal at WBC

HOUSTON – A special delivery for the Canadian team at the World Baseball Classic arrived at Daikin Park at roughly 2:30 p.m. CT Friday afternoon....

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Shi Davidi

Canadiens' Gallagher will swing as hard as he can in fight for lineup spot

Canadiens' Gallagher will swing as hard as he can in fight for lineup spot

BROSSARD, Que. — For the first time since stepping into the NHL 13 years ago, Brendan Gallagher’s place in the lineup isn’t assured, and all the...

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Eric Engels

Toronto FC expecting a bit of 'everything' from Josh Sargent ahead of debut

Toronto FC expecting a bit of 'everything' from Josh Sargent ahead of debut

With any luck, a new goal-scoring hero could emerge for Toronto FC during its MLS home opener this weekend.   Following a protracted transfer saga,...

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John Molinaro

Weegar opens up about emotional departure from Flames

Weegar opens up about emotional departure from Flames

NEW YORK — He held it together right up until he heard Hubie’s voice. That’s the moment MacKenzie Weegar says the whole day finally broke him...

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Eric Francis

Canada chasing another iconic WBC moment against U.S. in quarterfinal clash

Canada chasing another iconic WBC moment against U.S. in quarterfinal clash

HOUSTON — In the lead-up to Canada’s win-and-in clash with Cuba earlier this week, Justin Morneau addressed the hitters during a pre-game meeting,...

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Shi Davidi

Canucks' Jake DeBrusk the difference-maker in shootout win: 'Feels awesome'

Canucks' Jake DeBrusk the difference-maker in shootout win: 'Feels awesome'

VANCOUVER — All he wanted to do when he came to the Vancouver Canucks was win because, really, that’s all Jake DeBrusk had done in his first seven...

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Iain Macintyre

Record-breaking Shai Gilgeous-Alexander becoming a true NBA icon

Record-breaking Shai Gilgeous-Alexander becoming a true NBA icon

The skinny kid from Hamilton has taken his place ahead of one of the ultimate NBA legends, an icon across all of sports and culture.  It’s hard to...

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Michael Grange

Oilers Takeaways: McDavid fight not enough to save fruitless effort

Oilers Takeaways: McDavid fight not enough to save fruitless effort

If you’re going to lose, and it became apparent fairly early on Thursday that the Edmonton Oilers would do just that, then you might as well go down...

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Mark Spector

Benefits of Canada's WBC run well beyond quarterfinal date with U.S.

Benefits of Canada's WBC run well beyond quarterfinal date with U.S.

HOUSTON – Different venue, same positive vibes for Canada at the World Baseball Classic as the national team acclimated from the cozy and rustic...

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Shi Davidi

Childhood dreams come true for Gross after signing with Flames

Childhood dreams come true for Gross after signing with Flames

NEW JERSEY — Tyson Gross was nine days old the first time he attended a Calgary Flames game, cradled in his mother Natalie’s arms while wearing...

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Eric Francis

Raptors' tepid response to Pelicans symbolic of recent struggles

Raptors' tepid response to Pelicans symbolic of recent struggles

It’s always a little risky to make too much of any single moment in any season that starts in the middle of October and runs until mid-April, with...

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Michael Grange

Paxton doesn’t think WBC run with Canada will sway retirement decision

Paxton doesn’t think WBC run with Canada will sway retirement decision

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Ernie Whitt and Paul Quantrill are coaching James Paxton at the World Baseball Classic, but when they talk about how well...

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Shi Davidi

How aerospace engineer Chase Lee found himself on cusp of Blue Jays bullpen

How aerospace engineer Chase Lee found himself on cusp of Blue Jays bullpen

DUNEDIN, Fla. — There are a lot of reasons Chase Lee feels out of place within an MLB clubhouse. For starters, he’s a homebody who doesn’t like...

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Arden Zwelling

Takeaways: Raptors lack fight with playoffs slipping from grasp

Takeaways: Raptors lack fight with playoffs slipping from grasp

On paper, one of the reasons the Toronto Raptors' remaining strength of schedule was deemed relatively easy — the 21st easiest before play...

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Michael Grange

Canadiens' Fowler takes another step towards his destiny in win

Canadiens' Fowler takes another step towards his destiny in win

You knew Jacob Fowler was locked in from the second the puck dropped at Canadian Tire Centre, through to the final minute of play when he pulled out...

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Eric Engels

Canucks' Brock Boeser ready to be veteran pillar in rebuild: 'I’m better mentally'

Canucks' Brock Boeser ready to be veteran pillar in rebuild: 'I’m better mentally'

VANCOUVER — Brock Boeser has a new baby. It’s a puppy named Winnie, a rescue dog he and his fiancée, Bella, adopted in Minnesota and brought to...

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Iain Macintyre

Canada beats Cuba to clinch first-ever WBC quarterfinal berth

Canada beats Cuba to clinch first-ever WBC quarterfinal berth

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – Finally, Canada has a World Baseball Classic victory to complement its memorable upset of the United States at the inaugural...

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Shi Davidi

Whitecaps, Sounders to renew rivalry at Concacaf Champions Cup

Whitecaps, Sounders to renew rivalry at Concacaf Champions Cup

The Vancouver Whitecaps and Seattle Sounders have historically had one of the best rivalries in MLS. Now the two clubs will test each other on the...

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John Molinaro

Flames making waves on U.S. college front

Flames making waves on U.S. college front

NEW YORK — Jonathan Castagna is open to signing with the Calgary Flames as early as this spring, and he’s not alone. Sportsnet has learned the...

11.03.2026 3

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Eric Francis

Quantrill, Canadians ‘ready to rock’ vs. Cuba in pivotal pool finale

Quantrill, Canadians ‘ready to rock’ vs. Cuba in pivotal pool finale

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – Cal Quantrill committed to pitching for Canada before he signed a minor-league deal with the Texas Rangers on Feb. 1, and he...

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Shi Davidi

Oilers find building block in rallying win over Avalanche

Oilers find building block in rallying win over Avalanche

DENVER — They’ve muddled through 60-plus games in search of a game like this one. A road trip like this one, where something gets built rather...

11.03.2026 10

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Mark Spector

Takeaways: Raptors fall short against another top team

Takeaways: Raptors fall short against another top team

You’ve heard this before, so we’ll keep it brief: the Toronto Raptors had some very good moments against one of the better teams in the NBA, but...

11.03.2026 10

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Michael Grange

Beltran says Jose Berrios will not join Puerto Rico for WBC quarters

Beltran says Jose Berrios will not join Puerto Rico for WBC quarters

Jose Berrios is not heading to the World Baseball Classic after all. Puerto Rico team general manager Carlos Beltran said late Tuesday that Berrios...

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Shi Davidi

St. Louis' 150th win with Canadiens earned his way

St. Louis' 150th win with Canadiens earned his way

MONTREAL — Martin St. Louis chipped away until he finally broke through, kind of like Brendan Gallagher, who swung wildly until he connected with...

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Eric Engels

Canada's win over Puerto Rico sets up high-stakes clash with Cuba

Canada's win over Puerto Rico sets up high-stakes clash with Cuba

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – One game to go and Canada will either finish atop Pool A or once again fail to advance at the World Baseball Classic. The...

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Shi Davidi

After NCAA scoring leader Wyttenbach meets up with Flames, could contract be on tap?

After NCAA scoring leader Wyttenbach meets up with Flames, could contract be on tap?

NEW YORK – The way Ethan Wyttenbach’s season has been going, no one would have been surprised if he showed up at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday...

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Eric Francis

New enforcer Curtis Douglas gives Canucks more bite: 'You know he's out there'

New enforcer Curtis Douglas gives Canucks more bite: 'You know he's out there'

VANCOUVER – On Curtis Douglas’ long left arm are beautiful tattoos of his family’s dog, Emma, and the backyard tree he and his brothers used to...

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Iain Macintyre

Molina says Blue Jays' Berrios will join Puerto Rico for WBC quarters

Molina says Blue Jays' Berrios will join Puerto Rico for WBC quarters

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Jose Berrios received clearance to join Puerto Rico in the World Baseball Classic quarterfinals and will be available to...

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Shi Davidi

Canada left with two pathways to reach World Baseball Classic quarterfinals

Canada left with two pathways to reach World Baseball Classic quarterfinals

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — One of the advantages of the Canadians’ Pool A schedule at the World Baseball Classic was that by the time their final two...

10.03.2026 10

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Shi Davidi

Why bond between Brandon Ingram, Jamal Shead is key to Raptors' DNA

Why bond between Brandon Ingram, Jamal Shead is key to Raptors' DNA

The Toronto Raptors have their flaws. Three-point shooting? An area for growth. Clutch offence? More growth. Roster-wise, there is a lack of size past...

10.03.2026 10

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Michael Grange

Canucks' intensity, competitiveness starting to move in right direction

Canucks' intensity, competitiveness starting to move in right direction

VANCOUVER – The duration of the Vancouver Canucks’ rebuild, the length of time it takes the organization to start winning again, will be...

10.03.2026 10

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Iain Macintyre

Flames' Joel Farabee makes emotional rise to team leader

Flames' Joel Farabee makes emotional rise to team leader

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The moment Ryan Huska pulled Joel Farabee aside Saturday morning will stick with the 26‑year‑old for a long time.  You could...

09.03.2026 3

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Eric Francis

Oilers need to find ways to lean on McDavid less

Oilers need to find ways to lean on McDavid less

DENVER — The addiction is real. Dave Tippett and Todd McLellan both had it. Jay Woodcroft did his best to recover from it. And now, Kris Knoblauch...

09.03.2026 3

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Mark Spector

Canada's Balazovic plans to use hostile Puerto Rico crowd 'to my advantage'

Canada's Balazovic plans to use hostile Puerto Rico crowd 'to my advantage'

CAROLINA, Puerto Rico — Security had to step in when fans got a little too rowdy around the visitors’ bullpen back on Aug. 12, 2023, as Jordan...

09.03.2026 5

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Shi Davidi

Six spring training myths and how they apply to 2026 Blue Jays

Six spring training myths and how they apply to 2026 Blue Jays

DUNEDIN, Fla. — Because spring games include everyone from Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani to Bennett Hostetler and Rayne Doncon, making sense of...

09.03.2026 2

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Ben Nicholson-Smith

After lost season, Kasevich standing out at Blue Jays camp

After lost season, Kasevich standing out at Blue Jays camp

DUNEDIN, Fla. — Spend enough time around baseball, and you’ll hear the same descriptors over and over again. That dude’s a free swinger. This...

09.03.2026 3

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Arden Zwelling

Oilers' win 'a good example' of what well-executed defence can do

Oilers' win 'a good example' of what well-executed defence can do

LAS VEGAS — We’re the writer, and Connor Ingram is the goalie. But I don’t think I could put it any better than he did, after the Oilers played...

09.03.2026 10

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Mark Spector

Canada's sloppy play leads to loss against Panama in WBC

Canada's sloppy play leads to loss against Panama in WBC

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – Through the first three days of play in Pool A, Hiram Bithorn Stadium is where good fundamental baseball has gone to die....

08.03.2026 5

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Shi Davidi

'Efficient on both ends': Barrett heating up at right time for Raptors

'Efficient on both ends': Barrett heating up at right time for Raptors

TORONTO — The perfect scenario was a convincing Raptors win with some stardust sprinkled around the Scotiabank Arena floor by Cooper Flagg, the...

08.03.2026 6

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Michael Grange

Barger’s big day shows he’s ready to build on memorable 2025 for Blue Jays

Barger’s big day shows he’s ready to build on memorable 2025 for Blue Jays

DUNEDIN, Fla. – Addison Barger was too busy rounding the bases to notice where his second-inning home run landed, but he laughed when he heard that...

08.03.2026 7

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Ben Nicholson-Smith

Taillon eager to rep grandmother who found refuge in Canada at WBC

Taillon eager to rep grandmother who found refuge in Canada at WBC

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – Agnes Kormendy wrote a book about her life to share with her family before she died in 2018. Born in Budapest in 1925, she...

08.03.2026 10

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Shi Davidi

Flames' Coleman remains as key leader on roster decimated by deadline

Flames' Coleman remains as key leader on roster decimated by deadline

CALGARY — Wearing the kind of tired smile that comes only after a storm has passed and you’re still checking to see what’s left standing, Blake...

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Eric Francis

Canadiens leave California with crucial points, lots to work on

Canadiens leave California with crucial points, lots to work on

LOS ANGELES — Martin St. Louis spoke through pursed lips, with pained facial expressions muting any excitement he might have had for this...

07.03.2026 4

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Eric Engels