National Sports
Carlos Alcaraz averts an early challenge from Alexander Zverev to return to the US Open semifinals
By Howard Fendrich, The Associated Press on September 6th, 2023
NEW YORK (AP) – Carlos Alcaraz found himself in a hint of a predicament 35 minutes into his U.S. Open quarterfinal against Alexander Zverev on Wednesday night. At 3-all in the first set under the lights in Arthur Ashe Stadium, Zverev earned the first break points of the match. An opening. An opportunity to gain ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Ottawa Senators sign defenceman Jake Sanderson to eight-year, US$64.4M extension
By The Canadian Press on September 6th, 2023
OTTAWA – The Ottawa Senators have signed defenceman Jake Sanderson to an eight-year, US$64.4-million extension, the team announced Wednesday. Sanderson had four goals and 28 assists in 77 games as a rookie with the Senators last season. The contract, which pays him $8.05 million annually, begins in 2024-25 and runs through 2031-32. Sanderson enters the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canada coach names four uncapped players in tour roster for England test matches
By Neil Davidson, The Canadian Press on September 6th, 2023
Canada coach Kevin Rouet has named four uncapped players in his 32-woman roster for test matches later this month against top-ranked England. Caroline Crossley, Julia Omokhuale, Krissy Scurfield and Ashlynn Smith could all make their 15s debut for Canada. There is also a recall for Magali Harvey, World Rugby Women’s 15s Player of the Year ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Carlos Pérez and Kevin Smith homers power Athletics to a 5-2 win over Blue Jays
By Michael Wagaman, The Associated Press on September 6th, 2023
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) – Carlos Pérez broke out of a lengthy batting slump with a two-run homer off Hyun Jin Ryu and the Oakland Athletics avoided a three-game sweep by beating the Toronto Blue Jays 5-2 on Wednesday. It was a milestone day for Ryu. The 36-year-old left-hander threw 77 pitches in his seventh start ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!CFLPA initiates investigation into Elks-Stamps game amid air quality concerns
By Dan Ralph, The Canadian Press on September 6th, 2023
TORONTO – The CFL Players’ Association says Occupational Health and Safety in Alberta is investigating the CFL’s decision to play the Edmonton Elks-Calgary Stampeders game Monday despite smoky conditions in Calgary. The Stampeders rallied from a 15-point deficit to defeat the Elks 35-31 at McMahon Stadium. The contest was played despite Environment Canada’s Air Quality ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Ex-national team players excited by Canadian men’s growth, exposure on world stage
By Nick Wells, The Canadian Press on September 6th, 2023
Hope has turned into reality for former members of the Canadian senior men’s basketball team. Canada clinched its first-ever semifinal spot at the FIBA Men’s Basketball World Cup on Wednesday with a win over Slovenia in Manila, Philippines. The team also qualified for the Paris 2024 Olympics on Sunday, ending a drought that dates back ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tennessee Titans trying to avoid rebuild in chasing Jaguars to retake AFC South title
By Teresa M. Walker, The Canadian Press on September 6th, 2023
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) – Two-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons has never even thought of his Tennessee Titans as rebuilding, especially not under coach Mike Vrabel. “I want to win, and I know Vrabes and them want to win,” Simmons said. “So I’m sure it’s never crossed their mind.” The Jacksonville Jaguars are the ... Read More »
1 responseTop Canadians test out the challenging Olympic surfing venue this week in Tahiti
By Neil Davidson, The Canadian Press on September 6th, 2023
Canada’s top surfers are riding the waves in Tahiti this week, testing the waters at Teahupo’o that will host next year’s Olympic surfing event. Dom Domic, executive director of Surf Canada, says it doesn’t get much better than Teahupo’o (pronounced Chop-pu) which he calls “probably “¦ one of the planet’s top three waves.” “It’s a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lions’ Adams Jr. secures top quarterback grade in win over Alouettes
By The Canadian Press on September 6th, 2023
TORONTO – A victory over his former team helped Vernon Adams Jr. earn the top quarterback grade in the CFL’s weekly honour roll Wednesday. Adams received a 83.5 grade after leading B.C. past Montreal 34-25 on Saturday. It was Adams’s first game against the Alouettes since being dealt to the Lions last year. Adams finished ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Argos can clinch season series with Montreal and playoff spot with home win
By Dan Ralph, The Canadian Press on September 6th, 2023
Another week, another chance for Chad Kelly and the Toronto Argonauts to clinch a season series with an East Division rival. Toronto (9-1) hosts the Montreal Alouettes (6-5) on Saturday afternoon in the second of three regular-season meetings between the two teams. The Argos took the first 35-27 at Molson Stadium on July 14 but ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Toronto Argonauts, Winnipeg Blue Bombers can cement playoff spots with wins
By The Canadian Press on September 6th, 2023
TORONTO – The Toronto Argonauts and Winnipeg Blue Bombers can become the first two CFL teams to secure post-season berths this week. Toronto (9-1) hosts the Montreal Alouettes (6-5) at BMO Field on Saturday afternoon. The defending Grey Cup champions will secure a playoff spot with a home victory. Winnipeg (9-3) can also do the ... Read More »
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