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Golden Knights ground Jets with 4-2 win, lead series 3-1
By Judy Owen, The Canadian Press on April 24th, 2023
WINNIPEG – William Karlsson and Ivan Barbashev scored 47 seconds apart in the second period and the Vegas Golden Knights held on for a 4-2 victory over the Winnipeg Jets Monday night, giving them a 3-1 lead in their first-round playoff series. Game 5 of the best-of-seven Western Conference battle goes Thursday in Vegas. Teams ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Kraken lose Jared McCann to injury in 1st period of Game 4
By The Associated Press on April 24th, 2023
SEATTLE (AP) – The Seattle Kraken lost leading scorer Jared McCann to an injury in the first period of Game 4 against Colorado on Monday night following a hit from Avalanche defenceman Cale Makar. McCann was down on the ice for several minutes before being helped to the bench and headed straight back to the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!WHL playoffs: ICE whip Warriors 8-2 to win series in six games
By The Canadian Press on April 24th, 2023
MOOSE JAW, Sask. – The Winnipeg ICE have advanced to the Western Hockey League’s Eastern Conference final after crushing the host Moose Jaw Warriors 8-2 on Monday night. Connor McClennon and Conor Geekie each scored twice as the ICE won the best-of-seven series 4-2. Zack Ostapchuk, Vladislav Shilo, Graham Sward and Evan Friesen also scored ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jets lose Scheifele to injury during Game 4
By Judy Owen, The Canadian Press on April 24th, 2023
WINNIPEG – The White Noise at Canada Life Centre collectively held its breath Monday night when Mark Scheifele joined a growing list of injured Winnipeg Jets. The veteran star centre had a breakaway about 2 1/2 minutes into the game against the Vegas Golden Knights, took a close shot that netminder Laurent Brossoit stopped, and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Leafs erase three-goal third-period deficit, stun Bolts 5-4 in OT for 3-1 series lead
By Joshua Clipperton, The Canadian Press on April 24th, 2023
TAMPA, Fla. – Alexander Kerfoot scored on a power play at 4:14 of overtime as the Toronto Maple Leafs roared back from a 4-1 deficit in the third period to defeat the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-4 on Monday and take a commanding 3-1 lead in their first-round playoff series. With Mikaeil Sergachev in the penalty ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Siegenthaler, Schmid lead Devils past Rangers, series tied
By Vin A. Cherwoo, The Associated Press on April 24th, 2023
NEW YORK (AP) – Jonas Siegenthaler scored the tiebreaking goal in the third period, Akira Schmid had 22 saves in another shutdown start and the New Jersey Devils beat the New York Rangers 3-1 Monday night to even their first-round playoff series at two games apiece. Jack Hughes and Ondrej Palat also scored for New ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!OHL playoffs: Petes hang on to eliminate 67’s with 5-4 win
By The Canadian Press on April 24th, 2023
PETERBOROUGH, Ont. – Connor Lockhart scored three times, Chase Stillman chipped in with three assists and the Peterborough Petes defeated the visiting Ottawa 67’s 5-4 to win their second-round Ontario Hockey League playoff series on Monday night. Avery Hayes and Jonathan Melee also scored for the Petes, who won the best-of-seven series 4-2. Owen Beck ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Biggio’s three-run homer lifts Blue Jays over White Sox 5-2; Bassitt earns win
By John Chidley-Hill, The Canadian Press on April 24th, 2023
TORONTO – Cavan Biggio’s three-run homer handed the Toronto Blue Jays a 5-2 win over the struggling Chicago White Sox on Monday. Whit Merrifield’s RBI double also came in the fourth inning as Toronto (14-9) won back-to-back games. Matt Chapman added a late RBI double in the seventh. Chris Bassitt (3-2) allowed just two runs ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!AP source: Rockets hire ex-Celtics coach Udoka as new coach
By Kristie Rieken, The Associated Press on April 24th, 2023
HOUSTON (AP) – Ime Udoka has been hired as the new coach of the Houston Rockets, a source familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Monday. Udoka led the Celtics to the NBA Finals last season, then was suspended for this season after the disclosure of an inappropriate relationship with a female Celtics ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hard-throwing Pearson returns to Blue Jays after Cimber put on 15-day injured list
By John Chidley-Hill, The Canadian Press on April 24th, 2023
TORONTO – It’s been two years since Nate Pearson donned a Blue Jays jersey. He’s looking forward to showing Toronto fans the pitcher he’s become. Pearson was recalled from the Blue Jays’ triple-A affiliate in Buffalo, N.Y., on Monday after right-handed reliever Adam Cimber was put on Toronto’s 15-day injured list. The 26-year-old Pearson last ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Defender Bradley Kamdem returns to Calgary, signs with CPL’s Cavalry FC
By The Canadian Press on April 24th, 2023
CALGARY – Cavalry FC has signed French-born Canadian defender Bradley Kamdem to a multi-year deal. The 28-year-old played most recently for Malta Premier League side Valletta FC, making 22 appearances across all competitions. “Bradley is a brilliant addition to our squad. He is a very intelligent defender, with a lovely left foot and outstanding athleticism,” ... Read More »
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