National Sports

TORONTO — Canada's women's basketball practice ended on Friday with a halfcourt shooting contest. Natalie Achonwa put $20 on the line.

MONTREAL — Kirby Dach knew the Chicago Blackhawks were heading into rebuild mode. What he didn't know was that he wasn't part of the team's blueprint. The Blackhawks dealt Dach to the Montreal Canadiens for a pair of picks on Thursday.

NORTH BERWICK, Scotland (AP) — Cameron Tringale finally saw The Renaissance Club in windy weather and held his own Friday to stay three shots ahead in the Scottish Open as he tries to win for the first time in his 13th year on the PGA Tour.

WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — This deficit was less daunting for Novak Djokovic . The tension less palpable. It's not that he wants to fall behind in matches, of course. It's that when he does, he knows how to deal with it.

DOHA, Qatar (AP) — Beer with alcohol is expected to be sold at World Cup stadiums in Qatar but fans may be allowed to take only non-alcoholic drinks to their seats.

CALGARY — The Calgary Stampede returned Friday with its trademark parade, led by Hollywood actor Kevin Costner on horseback, in the first full event since the COVID-19 pandemic began.

MONTREAL — Maple Leafs head coach Sheldon Keefe is usually in the middle of the action. He was more than happy to play the role of interested observer at the NHL draft.

MONTREAL — Dozens of young hockey players realized a dream Friday. A number of NHL general managers, meanwhile, continued to navigate an uncertain goalie market with free agency set to open next week.

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says an art installation in Ottawa spearheaded by Toronto Raptors President Masai Ujiri is a reminder of the positivity and hope needed in the world.

Edmonton Oilers defenceman Duncan Keith is retiring, a source has told The Canadian Press. Keith played 16 seasons for the Blackhawks before Chicago dealt him to Edmonton for blue liner Caleb Jones and a draft pick last summer.