National Sports

Argonauts trade Canadian defensive lineman Acheampong to Elks

EDMONTON — The Toronto Argonauts have dealt defensive lineman Sam Acheampong to the Edmonton Elks for a draft pick and rights to a negotiation-list player.

Jul 8, 2023 11:09 AM Read more >

Blue Jays' outfielder Springer on paternity list, Lukes activated from triple-A

TORONTO — The Toronto Blue Jays have place outfielder George Springer on the paternity list and activated Nathan Lukes from triple-A. Lukes has appeared in 23 games for Toronto this season with three hits and an RBI in 19 at bats.

Jul 8, 2023 10:25 AM Read more >

Blue Bombers pull ahead in second half to defeat Stampeders 24-11

WINNIPEG — Greg McCrae showcased his versatility and value in the Winnipeg Blue Bombers’ 24-11 victory over the Calgary Stampeders on Friday.

Jul 7, 2023 11:37 PM Read more >

Friday's sports scoreboard for July 7, 2023

Friday's Scoreboard CFL Winnipeg 24 Calgary 11 --- MLB American League Toronto 12 Detroit 2 Cleveland 3 Kansas City 0 Boston 7 Oakland 3 Baltimore 3 Minnesota 1 (10) Seattle 10 Houston 1 National League Philadelphia 4 Miami 3 Milwaukee 7 Cincinnati 3

Jul 7, 2023 11:15 PM Read more >

Canada tops Argentina to set date with U.S. in FIBA Women's AmeriCup semifinals

LEÓN, Mexico — Nirra Fields scored a game-high 22 points along with eight rebounds in leading Canada to a 68-60 win over Argentina on Friday to advance to the FIBA Women's AmeriCup semifinals.

Jul 7, 2023 10:29 PM Read more >

Whit Merrifield and Alek Manoah lead the Blue Jays to a 12-2 victory over the Tigers

DETROIT (AP) — Whit Merrifield homered and drove in four runs and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Detroit Tigers 12-2 on Friday night for their fourth straight victory.

Jul 7, 2023 8:29 PM Read more >

Bailey Tardy brings her best to Pebble Beach for early lead at US Women's Open

PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. (AP) — Bailey Tardy picked a good time and a beautiful location to play her best golf.

Jul 7, 2023 8:28 PM Read more >

Cameron Young leads John Deere Classic by 2, seeking long-awaited first tour win

SILVIS, Ill. (AP) — Cameron Young shot a 7-under 64 on Friday to take a two-stroke lead halfway through the John Deere Classic and put himself into position to erase an unwelcome distinction from his PGA Tour resume.

Jul 7, 2023 7:16 PM Read more >

Interim coach Terry Dunfield looking for TFC breakthrough: 'We need to start winning'

TORONTO — Terry Dunfield fired a ball from 25 yards out that clipped the crossbar of an empty goal.

Jul 7, 2023 3:17 PM Read more >

B.C. Lions look for spark after first loss of season to Toronto Argonauts

VANCOUVER — Vernon Adams Jr. admits he made mistakes against the Toronto Argonauts earlier this week as the B.C. Lions lost for the first time this season.

Jul 7, 2023 1:58 PM Read more >