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Raptors support NBA investigation into assault charges against guard Davis

Raptors support NBA investigation into assault charges against guard Davis

TORONTO — The Toronto Raptors say they will fully support the NBA's investigation into the arrest of guard Terence Davis on assault charges. The team commented publicly on the issue for the first time in a statement released Friday.
Canadian Patrice Rene appears set to return to North Carolina's lineup after injury

Canadian Patrice Rene appears set to return to North Carolina's lineup after injury

Canadian Patrice Rene appears set to return to North Carolina's lineup in time for the No. 15 Tarheels' rivalry game against Virginia and a potential all-Canadian showdown.
Hockey legend Bobby Orr endorses U.S. President Trump's re-election bid

Hockey legend Bobby Orr endorses U.S. President Trump's re-election bid

Hockey Hall of Famer Bobby Orr has endorsed the re-election bid of United States President Donald Trump. The Boston Bruins legend took out a full-page ad in Friday's New Hampshire Union Leader, where he calls Trump "the kind of teammate I want.
No class of 2021 for Hockey Hall of Fame, will have ceremony for 2020 class instead

No class of 2021 for Hockey Hall of Fame, will have ceremony for 2020 class instead

TORONTO — The Hockey Hall of Fame announced Friday there will be no new inductees in 2021, and the class of 2020 will be honoured in a ceremony that year instead. The 2020 inductees were scheduled to be inducted Nov.
Winnipeg Jets sign defenceman Sami Niku to two-year, $1.45M contract

Winnipeg Jets sign defenceman Sami Niku to two-year, $1.45M contract

WINNIPEG — The Winnipeg Jets have signed defenceman Sami Niku to a two-year contract with an average annual value of US$725,000. The 24-year-old Finn played 17 games for the Jets last season and had five assists and 12 penalty minutes.
Canada's Hearn looks to shake off poor 2020 results with more consistent play

Canada's Hearn looks to shake off poor 2020 results with more consistent play

David Hearn, like everyone, has been deeply effected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Hearn, from Burlington, Ont., is on the PGA Tour's players committee and had to review the pro golf circuit's return-to-play plan in the spring.
White Sox reunite with La Russa, hire Hall of Fame manager

White Sox reunite with La Russa, hire Hall of Fame manager

CHICAGO — Tony La Russa didn't envision returning to the dugout when he stood at the podium in Cooperstown six years ago and took his place alongside baseball's greats. That started to change the past few seasons.
Swimming Canada urges pools to accommodate youth, says can be done safely

Swimming Canada urges pools to accommodate youth, says can be done safely

The number of young swimmers in Canada is dwindling because of barriers posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
NHL clears ex-Panthers GM of wrongdoing after investigation

NHL clears ex-Panthers GM of wrongdoing after investigation

The NHL on Thursday cleared Dale Tallon of any wrongdoing after an independent investigation found it could not substantiate claims he made inappropriate racial, religious and ethnic comments as general manager of the Florida Panthers.
Reigning Brier champions Team Brad Gushue making season debut this week in Halifax

Reigning Brier champions Team Brad Gushue making season debut this week in Halifax

Brad Gushue experienced mixed emotions as he prepared to throw practice stones for the first time this season.
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