August 10th, 2025

National Sports

Toronto FC calls Mihailovic the team’s new ‘reference point,’ with more help to come

By Canadian Press on August 8th, 2025

TORONTO — Djordje Mihailovic says he was drawn to Toronto FC by the opportunity to add to its winning tradition. Now it’s up to the MLS club to surround the star playmaker with the talent to get the franchise back to those lofty heights. With some 17 players on contracts that expire at the end ... Read More »

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Tommy Fleetwood finds his groove and builds a big lead at PGA Tour playoffs opener

By Canadian Press on August 8th, 2025

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Tommy Fleetwood had another big closing stretch Friday with four straight birdies, giving him a 6-under 64 and the 36-hole lead in the FedEx Cup St. Jude Championship with his sights set on an elusive PGA Tour title. So much attention is on the top 50 in the FedEx Cup who ... Read More »

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How to watch the NFL in 2025: Streaming services, exclusive dates

By Canadian Press on August 8th, 2025

There’s little doubt that technology has made many things in our lives easier. Watching the NFL on television isn’t one of them. The most popular sport in the United States is also among the most confusing to watch, thanks to a myriad of streaming services and exclusive online broadcasts. For those who still have an ... Read More »

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Chargers OL Rashawn Slater’s season-ending injury ‘a gut punch,’ Jim Harbaugh says

By Canadian Press on August 8th, 2025

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Chargers are moving on without Rashawn Slater after the offensive lineman’s torn patellar tendon sidelined him for the season. “It’s like a gut punch,” coach Jim Harbaugh said Friday. The 315-pound lineman was carted off the practice field Thursday after teammates offered consoling hugs. “His right foot ... Read More »

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Argos can clinch season series versus Redblacks with home win Saturday

By Canadian Press on August 8th, 2025

TORONTO — Ryan Dinwiddie isn’t overthinking it. The Toronto Argonauts (2-6) host the Ottawa Redblacks (2-6) on Saturday afternoon. The winner not only takes sole possession of third in the East Division but also remains within striking distance of Hamilton (6-3) and Montreal (5-3). Toronto can sweep the two-game season series with a victory but ... Read More »

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Canadian teen Victoria Mboko soars to No. 24 after Montreal breakthrough

By Canadian Press on August 8th, 2025

Taking a break to rest a sore right wrist will give Canadian tennis star Victoria Mboko a chance to reflect on an unforgettable fortnight in Montreal. Things are about to change in a significant way for the National Bank Open champion. She wowed the sellout crowd at IGA Stadium on Thursday night with a stunning ... Read More »

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3 departing members of Mountain West suing the conference for withholding millions of dollars

By Canadian Press on August 8th, 2025

Three departing members of the Mountain West Conference are suing the league, alleging it improperly withheld millions of dollars and misled them about a plan to accelerate Grand Canyon’s membership. Boise State, Colorado State and Utah State filed an updated lawsuit in the District Court of Denver arguing the conference and Commissioner Gloria Nevarez willfully ... Read More »

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Bombers head to Calgary looking to avenge early losses to Stampeders

By Canadian Press on August 8th, 2025

CALGARY — The Calgary Stampeders and Winnipeg Blue Bombers have different motivating factors heading into their showdown Saturday at McMahon Stadium. While the Stampeders (5-3) are looking to bounce back from two straight setbacks, the Blue Bombers (4-3) will be looking to avenge a pair of losses they suffered to their CFL West Division rivals ... Read More »

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Trackhouse Racing signs Shane van Gisbergen to multiyear extension

By Canadian Press on August 8th, 2025

CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — After making the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs as a rookie, Shane van Gisbergen has earned a multiyear extension with Trackhouse Racing. The team announced Friday that the Auckland, New Zealand, native will continue “for years to come.” No further terms were released. With victories from the pole position at Mexico City, ... Read More »

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Colts QB Anthony Richardson is day-to-day after injuring finger, AP source says

By Canadian Press on August 8th, 2025

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson is considered day-to-day with a dislocated pinkie, a person with knowledge of the injury told The Associated Press on Friday. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the team hadn’t yet made an official statement. It’s unclear when Richardson will practice next. Indy ... Read More »

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Brewers activate Shelby Miller from the injured list just over a week after acquiring him

By Canadian Press on August 8th, 2025

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Shelby Miller is ready to help Milwaukee in its playoff push just over a week after the Brewers acquired the veteran right-hander from the Arizona Diamondbacks at the trade deadline. The NL Central-leading Brewers reinstated Miller from the injured list before their Friday night game with the New York Mets. The Brewers ... Read More »

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