National Sports

Schembechler son, players say Michigan coach knew of abuse

NOVI, Mich.

Jun 10, 2021 2:07 PM Read more >

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.

Jun 10, 2021 12:49 PM Read more >

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 >

Canadian-based karate athlete Derafshipour named to Refugee Team for Tokyo Games

Hamoon Derafshipour's Olympic dreams began in Iran, then blossomed in Canada. Now, the karate star will compete as a member of the Olympic Refugee Team at the Tokyo Games.

Jun 10, 2021 9:35 AM Read more >

Trio of Canadians will chase US$300,000 top prize at Bassmaster Classic competition

Jeff Gustafson will take a different mindset and approach into the biggest event on the Bassmasters Elite Series. Gustafson, of Kenora, Ont.

Jun 10, 2021 9:05 AM Read more >

Ottawa Redblacks suspend player after police launch alleged assault investigation

TORONTO — The Ottawa Redblacks have suspended a defensive lineman after Toronto Police launched an investigation into a possible hate crime.

Jun 10, 2021 6:08 AM Read more >

Grichuk homers, Blue Jays beat sloppy White Sox 6-2

CHICAGO (AP) — Randal Grichuk hit a long home run and the Toronto Blue Jays took advantage of a season-high four errors by Chicago as well as a bases-loaded walk to beat the AL Central-leading White Sox 6-2 on Wednesday night.

Jun 9, 2021 10:25 PM Read more >