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Storm still have shot to go straight to Memorial Cup final after beating Raiders

Storm still have shot to go straight to Memorial Cup final after beating Raiders

HALIFAX — Nick Suzuki put an end to the season for the Prince Albert Raiders, while also giving his Guelph Storm a chance to go directly to the Memorial Cup final.
"Fun Guy" Kawhi the latest example of NBA branding

"Fun Guy" Kawhi the latest example of NBA branding

TORONTO — Kawhi Leonard's likeness looks down from some 10 storeys high over Yonge-Dundas Square in the heart of downtown Toronto. Arms crossed. Serious face. The tagline reads: "Fun Guy." Leonard looks anything but. And that's the appeal.
Blue Jays GM regrets not talking to manager about importance of Victoria Day

Blue Jays GM regrets not talking to manager about importance of Victoria Day

TORONTO — Everything seemed to be set up nicely on Victoria Day for Blue Jays fans eager to celebrate the team's star attraction on a holiday matinee against a top-flight opponent. Instead Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

Toronto forward Pozuelo, Whitecaps assistant Sartini fined by MLS

NEW YORK — Toronto FC forward Alejandro Pozuelo and Vancouver Whitecaps FC assistant coach Vanni Sartini were issued undisclosed fines by Major League Soccer on Tuesday.
Canada blanks U.S. 3-0, finishes first in Group A at hockey world championship

Canada blanks U.S. 3-0, finishes first in Group A at hockey world championship

KOSICE, Slovakia — Kyle Turris had a goal and an assist as Canada finished off preliminary play at the world hockey championship with a 3-0 win over the United States on Tuesday.
Canada to host Cuba in September to kick off CONCACAF Nations League play

Canada to host Cuba in September to kick off CONCACAF Nations League play

TORONTO — Canada will open CONCACAF Nations League play against Cuba in September before facing the U.S. in October and November. The 78th-ranked Canadian men will host No. 174 Cuba on Sept. 7 with the return away match Sept.
AHL defenceman Day lands one-year deal with Edmonton Oilers

AHL defenceman Day lands one-year deal with Edmonton Oilers

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers have signed defenceman Logan Day to a one-year, entry-level contract.
Injuries, busy schedule testing Whitecaps depth, character: coach

Injuries, busy schedule testing Whitecaps depth, character: coach

Vancouver Whitecaps coach Marc Dos Santos isn't surprised at the injury bug spreading through his roster. After all, it's been a hectic month for the Whitecaps (3-6-4).

De Grasse posts strong time to win silver at Nanjing World Challenge

NANJING, China — Canadian sprinter Andre De Grasse posted his fastest time in nearly two years on Monday, finishing the 100 metres in 10.09 seconds to earn a silver medal at the Nanjing World Challenge.

Canadian teen Auger-Aliassime into quarterfinals at Lyon Open

LYON, France — Montreal teen Felix Auger-Aliassime is through to the quarterfinals of the Lyon Open tennis tournament after posting a 7-6 (3), 7-5 win over Australia's John Millman on Tuesday.