National Sports

Canada's Moh Ahmed third, Justyn Knight fifth in Diamond League 5,000

FLORENCE, Italy — Mohammed Ahmed and Justyn Knight are shaping up to be a powerful 1-2 punch for Canada in the 5,000 metres at the Tokyo Olympics.

Jun 10, 2021 2:57 PM Read more >

Centre back Vanessa Gilles making case to be part of Canadian Olympic roster

Canadian defender Vanessa Gilles was late coming to soccer. "I used to play tennis … with mini-skirts and what-have-you," she said with a laugh. "I was very much into the tennis scene. "(But) mentally it wasn't for me.

Jun 10, 2021 2:41 PM Read more >

Canadian government reviewing CFL's request for modified quarantine for 2021 season

The CFL has cleared two more hurdles in its quest to return to the field in 2021.

Jun 10, 2021 2:20 PM Read more >

Iran sends warships to Atlantic amid Venezuela concerns

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — An Iranian destroyer and support vessel are now sailing in the Atlantic Ocean in a rare mission far from the Islamic Republic, Iran's state TV reported on Thursday, without offering the vessels’ final destination.

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Schembechler son, players say Michigan coach knew of abuse

NOVI, Mich.

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Newer Habs getting small taste of atmosphere in Montreal during NHL playoffs

Montreal's Bell Centre is famous for its electric atmosphere during NHL games, a vibe that gets ratcheted up even more when the Canadiens are in the playoffs.

Jun 10, 2021 1:40 PM Read more >

Canada sets roster for Olympic women's basketball tune-up

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Sixteen months after clinching a Tokyo Olympic berth, Canada's women's basketball team is finally about to step back on the international floor.

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Canadian centre back Scott Kennedy turns heads in debut with national team

As first impressions go, Canadian defender Scott Kennedy hit it out of the park.

Jun 10, 2021 12:30 PM Read more >

Canadian men's volleyball team falls against Russia at Nations League

RIMINI, Italy — The Canadian men's volleyball team fell to 2-6 in Nations League play after a 3-1 loss to Russia on Thursday. Set scores were 25-18, 25-18, 23-25, 25-23.

Jun 10, 2021 11:53 AM Read more >

Oilers' McDavid, Leafs' Matthews, Avs' MacKinnon named Hart Trophy finalists

NEW YORK — Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid, Toronto Maple Leafs centre Auston Matthews and Colorado Avalanche forward Nathan MacKinnon have been named the finalists for the 2021 Hart Trophy.

Jun 10, 2021 10:00 AM Read more >