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Canada unchanged for second leg of U20 rugby qualifier against the U.S.

Canada unchanged for second leg of U20 rugby qualifier against the U.S.

EDMONTON — Canada under-20 coach Jeff Williams has named an unchanged squad for Game 2 of the World Rugby U20 Trophy qualifier against the U.S. on Saturday in Edmonton.
Desjardins' approach not changing despite Redblacks Grey Cup victory

Desjardins' approach not changing despite Redblacks Grey Cup victory

Ottawa Redblacks GM Marcel Desjardins isn't one to dwell on the past, even if it involves a stunning Grey Cup victory.
Boxing champion Wilder charged with marijuana possession

Boxing champion Wilder charged with marijuana possession

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Heavyweight boxing champion Deontay Wilder has been charged with marijuana possession. Tuscaloosa, Alabama, police said in a statement that they arrested Wilder on Wednesday after they found marijuana in his Cadillac Escalade.
Tickets go on sale for Invictus Games as event marks 100-day countdown

Tickets go on sale for Invictus Games as event marks 100-day countdown

TORONTO — The strength of Canada's team at the upcoming Invictus Games in Toronto lies in the bond between the veterans and armed forces members who form the group, the team's co-captain said Thursday as organizers marked the 100-day countdown to the
Looming expansion draft forcing clubs to shuffle rosters with buyouts, trades and signings

Looming expansion draft forcing clubs to shuffle rosters with buyouts, trades and signings

Team president Glen Sather said Dan Girardi's contributions to the New York Rangers were "immeasurable" as the club announced the impending buyout of his six-year contract.
Blue Jays amateur scouting director Sanders 'very pleased' with three-day draft

Blue Jays amateur scouting director Sanders 'very pleased' with three-day draft

TORONTO — From selecting Logan Warmoth at No. 22 overall to the Sean Ross pick some 39 rounds later at No. 1,209, the Toronto Blue Jays took another step in restocking their prospect talent pool at this week's Major League Baseball Draft.
Oakland triumphant as parade celebrates Warriors title

Oakland triumphant as parade celebrates Warriors title

OAKLAND, Calif. — The Golden State Warriors twirled T-shirts over their heads and waved to the crowd from atop double-decker buses as blue and yellow confetti rained down on them during a parade Thursday to celebrate the team's latest championship.
Senators GM Dorion risks losing quality talent at expansion draft

Senators GM Dorion risks losing quality talent at expansion draft

OTTAWA — It's only fitting Pierre Dorion is headed to Las Vegas. The Ottawa Senators general manager may have to do some gambling as he prepares for the upcoming expansion draft.
Veteran football coach Jeff Reinebold feels he's found a home in Hamilton

Veteran football coach Jeff Reinebold feels he's found a home in Hamilton

HAMILTON — Jeff Reinebold is a football lifer. At age 59, the Hamilton Tiger-Cats' colourful defensive co-ordinator is on the 18th stop of coaching odyssey that began in 1981 and has spanned both the collegiate and pro ranks.
National cycling team to use Canadian-made Argon 18 bikes in multi-year deal

National cycling team to use Canadian-made Argon 18 bikes in multi-year deal

MONTREAL — Nearly three decades after retirement, Gervais Rioux is back on Canada's national cycling team — this time as a bike supplier.