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2021 Rose Parade cancelled due to coronavirus pandemic

2021 Rose Parade cancelled due to coronavirus pandemic

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Gasol says it was frustration from hamstring injury that fuelled transformation

Gasol says it was frustration from hamstring injury that fuelled transformation

Coming off a heady few months of an NBA title and a FIBA World Cup win, Marc Gasol couldn't replicate that success with the Toronto Raptors this season. The frustration gnawed at him.
Cassidy, Tortorella, Vigneault named finalists for NHL's Jack Adams award

Cassidy, Tortorella, Vigneault named finalists for NHL's Jack Adams award

NEW YORK — Bruce Cassidy of the Boston Bruins, John Tortorella of the Columbus Blue Jackets and Alain Vigneault of the Philadelphia Flyers are the three finalists for the 2019-20 Jack Adams Award, presented annually to the NHL's coach of the year.
Unusual circumstances an opportunity for young players wanting to crack the NHL

Unusual circumstances an opportunity for young players wanting to crack the NHL

CALGARY — An extraordinary time in the NHL is opening doors for some professional hockey players. Adam Ruzicka was among 35 players summoned by the Calgary Flames to participate in the resumption of the 2019-20 season.
Alberta heavyweight Tanner (The Bulldozer) Boser headed to Fight Island

Alberta heavyweight Tanner (The Bulldozer) Boser headed to Fight Island

Alberta heavyweight Tanner (The Bulldozer) Boser, who won by knockout June 27, is headed back to action as an injury replacement on the UFC's July 25 card in Abu Dhabi.
Canada's Jordan Mein returns to action with Bellator later this month

Canada's Jordan Mein returns to action with Bellator later this month

LOS ANGELES — Canadian welterweight Jordan (Young Gun) Mein will make his Bellator debut July 24 when the MMA organization stages its first fight card since Feb. 22.
Toronto Arrows sign five more players, including Argentine prop Gaston Cortes

Toronto Arrows sign five more players, including Argentine prop Gaston Cortes

TORONTO — The Toronto Arrows have signed Argentine international prop Gaston Cortes and four others.
Sports TV executive joins Hamilton's pursuit of 2026 Commonwealth Games

Sports TV executive joins Hamilton's pursuit of 2026 Commonwealth Games

HAMILTON — Former sports television executive Scott Moore has joined Hamilton's Commonwealth Games bid committee. A group of business and community representatives in the southwestern Ontario city is pursuing the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Super League looks to help out the Toronto Wolfpack over visa issue for imports

Super League looks to help out the Toronto Wolfpack over visa issue for imports

TORONTO — Rugby league authorities say they are working with the Toronto Wolfpack to resolve a visa issue that could derail the transatlantic team's attempt to resume play in England this summer.
MLS says no new COVID-19 cases among teams still at Florida tournament

MLS says no new COVID-19 cases among teams still at Florida tournament

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — Major League Soccer reports testing Monday and Tuesday showed no new COVID-19 cases among the 24 teams still competing at the MLS is Back Tournament.