Category Archives: Sports
Norris Trophy winner Werenski ties his future with Blue Jackets to playoff push after trade veto
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Zach Werenski would like to remain with the Columbus Blue Jackets long term, even though there are two seasons left on his current contract. The reigning Norris Trophy winner as ...
Aug 13, 2026
Raptors to open season against visiting Bulls, host Knicks on back-to-back nights
TORONTO - The Toronto Raptors will open the upcoming NBA season at home for the 14th time in 15 years. The NBA announced its full 2026-27 schedule on Thursday, and the Raptors will kick things off Oct...
Aug 13, 2026
Hicketts relishing mentor role as Reign captain, but keeping eyes on NHL return
KAMLOOPS - Ontario Reign captain Joe Hicketts hopped on the bike at the Sports Legacy Fund High Performance Training Centre on Thursday [Aug. 13] morning. Stanley Cup champion Logan Stankoven was next...
Aug 13, 2026 JOE HICKETTS. (Image Credit: CFJC Today/Anthony Corea)
Peter Maher, who spent 33 years as Flames' radio play-by-play announcer, dead at 79
Peter Maher, who spent 33 years as the voice of the Calgary Flames, has died at 79. The Flames confirmed Maher's death in a release Thursday that remembered the radio broadcaster for his "unmistakable...
Aug 13, 2026
Vancouver Whitecaps sign Canadian defender Ralph Priso to multi-year extension
VANCOUVER - The Vancouver Whitecaps have locked up defender Ralph Priso, signing the 24-year-old Canadian to a contract extension. The team announced the move on Thursday, saying the new deal extends ...
Aug 13, 2026
Police charge trio after attack on Winnipeg Sea Bears basketball star Teddy Allen
WINNIPEG - A star player with the Winnipeg Sea Bears basketball team who was badly injured in a nightclub assault said on Thursday he's grateful for support from the team and fans, as city police have...
Aug 13, 2026
Detailed scan of Markham's streets helps drivers prepare for Honda Indy
Romain Grosjean has never visited Markham, Ont., but he'll have driven its streets dozens of times before getting behind the wheel of his car at the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy. Grosjean has been train...
Aug 13, 2026
Montreal Roses FC fires coach Robert Rositoiu after W Canadian Championship exit
MONTREAL - Montral Roses FC has fired head coach Robert Rositoiu one day after an upset loss in the W Canadian Championship. Sporting director Marinette Pichon announced Thursday that Maryse Bard-Mart...
Aug 13, 2026
Canadian flag football teams perfect on opening day of world championships
DSSELDORF - Quarterback Sara Parker put on a passing clinic as Canada's women opened the world flag football championships with two wins Thursday. Parker completed 29 of 39 passes and threw four touch...
Aug 13, 2026
CBC turns to curling to help fill Saturday vacancy after NHL departure
TORONTO - The CBC will beef up its curling coverage on Saturdays this season, a move that will help fill the vacancy created by the departure of the National Hockey League from its broadcasting lineup...
Aug 13, 2026
