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Brunson 41 points, Mavs 22 made 3s to beat Jazz in Game 2

Brunson 41 points, Mavs 22 made 3s to beat Jazz in Game 2

DALLAS (AP) — Jalen Brunson scored a career-high 41 points, Maxi Kleber had 25 with eight of Dallas' playoff-record 22 made 3-points and the Mavericks, without superstar Luka Doncic, evened up their first-round series with a 110-104 win over the Utah
Gaudreau, Markstrom help Flames beat Blackhawks 5-2

Gaudreau, Markstrom help Flames beat Blackhawks 5-2

CHICAGO (AP) — Johnny Gaudreau keyed a fast start for Calgary, and Jacob Markstrom closed it out. The Flames are building up some momentum ahead of the playoffs.
Raptors rookie Barnes ruled out of Game 2, wore a walking boot Monday morning

Raptors rookie Barnes ruled out of Game 2, wore a walking boot Monday morning

PHILADELPHIA — While rookie Scottie Barnes was ruled out of Game 2 of Toronto's best-of-seven opening-round playoff series against the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday, the Raptors got some good news just ahead of tipoff. Gary Trent Jr.
Connor Bedard to lead Canada's defence of under-18 hockey championship

Connor Bedard to lead Canada's defence of under-18 hockey championship

CALGARY — Regina Pats star Connor Bedard has been named to Canada's roster for the upcoming world under-18 men's hockey championship in Germany. The 16-year-old Bedard, from North Vancouver, B.C.
Canadian tennis player Denis Shapovalov promotes animal shelters through social media

Canadian tennis player Denis Shapovalov promotes animal shelters through social media

Canada's Denis Shapovalov may be 15th in the world men's tennis rankings, but he has passions well beyond the court. Right now, he wants to use his international profile to help save animals. The 23-year-old Shapovalov, from Richmond Hill, Ont.
Veteran receiver Saunders set to resume CFL career with Blue Bombers

Veteran receiver Saunders set to resume CFL career with Blue Bombers

The road back has been a challenging one for Jalen Saunders. The veteran American receiver signed a two-year deal with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers last week.
NHL suspends Habs forward Pezzetta for two games for an illegal check to the head

NHL suspends Habs forward Pezzetta for two games for an illegal check to the head

NEW YORK — The NHL has suspended Montreal Canadiens forward Michael Pezzetta two games for an illegal check to the head of Washington Capitals forward T.J. Oshie.
Oilers goaltender Mike Smith among NHL's three stars of the week

Oilers goaltender Mike Smith among NHL's three stars of the week

NEW YORK — Edmonton Oilers goaltender Mike Smith was named the NHL's third star of the week after posting back-to-back shutouts. St.
Doan named Canada GM, Julien head coach for world men's hockey championship

Doan named Canada GM, Julien head coach for world men's hockey championship

CALGARY — Shane Doan will lead Canada's front office while Claude Julien will run the coaching staff at next month's world men's hockey championship.
Olympic champ Jepchirchir wins 50th women's Boston Marathon

Olympic champ Jepchirchir wins 50th women's Boston Marathon

BOSTON (AP) — Reigning Olympic champion Peres Jepchirchir capped the celebration of a half-century of women in the Boston Marathon with a finish to top them all.