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Newfoundland and Labrador's Gushue beats Nunavut's Higgs at Tim Hortons Brier

Newfoundland and Labrador's Gushue beats Nunavut's Higgs at Tim Hortons Brier

KINGSTON, Ont. — For years, Brad Gushue was saddled with the tag of being the best skip without a national men's curling title. That all changed in 2017 when he finally won the Tim Hortons Brier. His 14-year drought ended on home ice in St.
Gallagher helps Canadiens start fast, beat Islanders 6-2

Gallagher helps Canadiens start fast, beat Islanders 6-2

NEW YORK — Brendan Gallagher had a goal and an assist in Montreal’s three-goal first period, and the Canadiens went on to a 6-2 win over the New York Islanders on Tuesday night.
Crosby collects 800th assist, Penguins top Senators 7-3

Crosby collects 800th assist, Penguins top Senators 7-3

PITTSBURGH — Sidney Crosby's march to 800 career assists slowed to a crawl in recent weeks. So did his team's momentum after a stirring — if brief — sprint to the top of the Metropolitan Division.
4-time Iditarod champion sidelined by medical emergency

4-time Iditarod champion sidelined by medical emergency

ANCHORAGE, Alaska — Emergency surgery has sidelined a four-time winner of Alaska's famed Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race days before he was set to compete in his 30th race.
Oilers GM Ken Holland on Hart Trophy race: 'I'm glad I don't have a vote'

Oilers GM Ken Holland on Hart Trophy race: 'I'm glad I don't have a vote'

BOCA RATON, Fla. — Ken Holland doesn't have a vote. And if he did, the general manager of the Edmonton Oilers wouldn't be able to pick between Leon Draisaitl or Connor McDavid in the Hart Trophy race.
Canada's Fernandez advances to second round at Monterrey tennis tournament

Canada's Fernandez advances to second round at Monterrey tennis tournament

MONTERREY, Mexico — Canada's Leylah Annie Fernandez advanced to the second round of the Abierto GNP Seguros tennis tournament with a 7-6 (5), 6-2 win over Switzerland's Stefanie Voegele on Tuesday. Fernandez, from Laval, Que.
Impact sign midfielder Wanyama from Tottenham as designated player

Impact sign midfielder Wanyama from Tottenham as designated player

MONTREAL — The Montreal Impact have signed midfielder Victor Wanyama as a designated player from Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur. Wanyama joined the Thierry Henry-led side through a free transfer.
Kyle Dubas pleased with Leafs' response after losing to Zamboni driver

Kyle Dubas pleased with Leafs' response after losing to Zamboni driver

BOCA RATON, Fla. — Kyle Dubas avoided a knee-jerk reaction following one of the most embarrassing defeats in Toronto Maple Leafs' history. Although it's a small sample size, his players have started to reward their general manager's patience.
Slumping Vancouver Canucks missing three key players at practice

Slumping Vancouver Canucks missing three key players at practice

VANCOUVER — The slumping Vancouver Canucks could be without several key players as they look to end a three-game losing streak while battling for a playoff spot.
CFL, CFL Players' Association remain at odds regarding T.J. Jones contract

CFL, CFL Players' Association remain at odds regarding T.J. Jones contract

TORONTO — The T.J. Jones situation remains unresolved. The CFL and CFL Players' Association are at odds regarding the free-agent deal the receiver signed last month with the Toronto Argonauts.
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