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Lightning captain Steven Stamkos is disappointed about the lack of discussions about a new contract

Lightning captain Steven Stamkos is disappointed about the lack of discussions about a new contract

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Tampa Bay Lightning captain Steven Stamkos said he is disappointed about the lack of discussions with the team about a new contract.
Canada tops host China in Olympic women's volleyball qualifier

Canada tops host China in Olympic women's volleyball qualifier

NINGBO, China — Canada made a return to the win a column and handed host China its first loss in an Olympic women's qualification volleyball tournament on Wednesday.
Toronto Argonauts sign general manager Pinball Clemons to contract extension

Toronto Argonauts sign general manager Pinball Clemons to contract extension

TORONTO — The Toronto Argonauts extended the contract of general manager Mike (Pinball) Clemons on Wednesday. Clemons became the club's GM in October 2019.
Most of Spain's female players end boycott of national soccer team after government intervenes

Most of Spain's female players end boycott of national soccer team after government intervenes

MADRID (AP) — Most of Spain's World Cup-winning players ended their boycott of the women's national team early Wednesday after the government intervened to help shape an agreement that was expected to lead to immediate structural changes at the count
Fernandez tips Mertens, reaches final 16 in Mexico

Fernandez tips Mertens, reaches final 16 in Mexico

GUADALAJARA, Mexico — Canadian tennis star Leylah Fernandez has a singles date in the final 16 at the Guadalajara Open after knocking off 13th-seeded Elise Mertens of Belgium on Tuesday.
Springer marks 34th birthday with leadoff homer, Blue Jays beat Yankees 7-1

Springer marks 34th birthday with leadoff homer, Blue Jays beat Yankees 7-1

NEW YORK (AP) — George Springer celebrated his 34th birthday with his 57th career leadoff homer, Bo Bichette and Alejandro Kirk hit two-run homers and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the New York Yankees 7-1 on Tuesday night.
Roger Federer confident of Laver Cup quality despite late withdrawal of stars

Roger Federer confident of Laver Cup quality despite late withdrawal of stars

VANCOUVER — The Laver Cup may lack the star power of its previous iterations with no Grand Slam or world champions taking the court at Rogers Arena, but tournament co-founder Roger Federer is convinced there will be quality tennis on display in Vanco
Senators, Sokolov agree to terms on one-year, two-way contract

Senators, Sokolov agree to terms on one-year, two-way contract

OTTAWA — The Ottawa Senators have agreed to terms with forward Egor Sokolov on a one-year, two-way contract. The deal carries a value of US$775,000 in the NHL and $120,000 in the American Hockey League.
Canadiens acquire Tanner Pearson, 2025 draft pick from Canucks for DeSmith

Canadiens acquire Tanner Pearson, 2025 draft pick from Canucks for DeSmith

The Montreal Canadiens have acquired forward Tanner Pearson and a 2025 third-round pick from the Vancouver Canucks. In return, Montreal is sending goaltender Casey DeSmith.
Toronto FC's Victor Vazquez rose up the ranks with Lionel Messi in Spain

Toronto FC's Victor Vazquez rose up the ranks with Lionel Messi in Spain

Victor Vazquez didn't miss a beat when asked about defending against Lionel Messi. "Messi is unstoppable. He's special," said the veteran Toronto FC attacking midfielder. "Everybody knows that." Vazquez knows firsthand.