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New Raptor Precious Achiuwa says he will do what it takes to help Toronto win

New Raptor Precious Achiuwa says he will do what it takes to help Toronto win

Newly acquired forward Precious Achiuwa says he will do whatever it takes to help the Toronto Raptors win. Asked what he brings to the table, the six-foot-nine 235-pounder replied: "Winning. Just a winning mentality.
Javier Perez to remain in charge of Toronto FC for the rest of the MLS season

Javier Perez to remain in charge of Toronto FC for the rest of the MLS season

Toronto FC says Javier Perez, who took over as interim head coach after Chris Armas was fired July 4, will remain in charge for the rest of the season.
Veteran competitor Clunn feels Elite Series has truly become an international circuit

Veteran competitor Clunn feels Elite Series has truly become an international circuit

He's been crowned a world champion four times over his illustrious career, but Rick Clunn has never seen pro bass fishing as international as it is currently.
Cooper to guide Team Canada in Beijing, so long as NHL players compete

Cooper to guide Team Canada in Beijing, so long as NHL players compete

CALGARY — If NHL players are able to participate at the upcoming Beijing Olympics — and that remains a big "if" — Canada will have a two-time Stanley Cup champion behind its bench.
Long-time Penguins radio announcer Mike Lange retires

Long-time Penguins radio announcer Mike Lange retires

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Penguins radio play-by-play announcer Mike Lange is stepping away from the booth.
Toronto's BMO Field to host 3 World Cup qualifying matches in September, October

Toronto's BMO Field to host 3 World Cup qualifying matches in September, October

Toronto will host three Canadian World Cup qualifying matches in September and October. BMO Field will be the site for Canadian men's games against Honduras on Sept. 2, El Salvador on Sept. 8 and Panama on Oct. 13.
New this week: 'CODA,' Chance the Rapper film and 'Heels'

New this week: 'CODA,' Chance the Rapper film and 'Heels'

Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week.
Two Toronto Arrows named to Major League Rugby's first all-star team

Two Toronto Arrows named to Major League Rugby's first all-star team

Toronto Arrows co-captains Lucas Rumball and Ben LeSage have been named to Major League Rugby's first all-star team for the 2021 season.
Veselinovic scores, Whitecaps take yet another draw against L.A. Galaxy

Veselinovic scores, Whitecaps take yet another draw against L.A. Galaxy

CARSON, Calif. — The Vancouver Whitecaps settled for yet another draw on Sunday, battling the L.A. Galaxy to a 1-1 tie.
CF Montreal goalkeeper James Pantemis enters COVID-19 protocols

CF Montreal goalkeeper James Pantemis enters COVID-19 protocols

WASHINGTON — CF Montreal says goalkeeper James Pantemis has been placed in COVID-19 protocols. The club says in a release that it "continues to follow and abide by all of the COVID-19 protocols as set out by the MLS.