National Sports
Ex-Canadiens, Oilers recall first Heritage Classic two decades on: ‘It was so cold’
By Joshua Clipperton, The Canadian Press on October 27th, 2023
Jose Theodore just wanted a keepsake. He didn’t envision the idea becoming iconic. The Montreal Canadiens goaltender headed into the 2003 Heritage Classic – the NHL’s first regular-season outdoor game – against the host Edmonton Oilers feeling both excited and uncertain. He was also keen to make a specific memory. So, along with one of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canada’s Kerri Einarson aims to reach top step of Pan Continental podium
By Gregory Strong, The Canadian Press on October 27th, 2023
Kerri Einarson has been a force on the Canadian women’s curling scene in recent years with four straight national titles – and counting – on her resume. She’s hoping to start matching those strong domestic results at major international competitions. Her Manitoba-based foursome will wear Canada colours starting Sunday at the Pan Continental Curling Championships ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Even without poutine and ketchup chips, 4 players from Toronto aim to get Miami back to NCAAs
By Tim Reynolds, The Associated Press on October 27th, 2023
CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) – There are some serious complaints being aired by a handful of Miami women’s basketball players. For example, finding good poutine in South Florida isn’t easy. Ketchup-flavoured potato chips aren’t in most stores. And the inability to start a day with coffee from Tim Hortons is a real problem. These are ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Oilers look to reboot season in Heritage Classic showdown with archrival Flames
By Steven Sandor, The Canadian Press on October 27th, 2023
EDMONTON – No matter if Connor McDavid is on the ice or sitting in a warm suite, the Edmonton Oilers are viewing the Heritage Classic like a chance to hit the reset button on their season. The Oilers are off to a dreadful start, winning just one of their first seven games. McDavid, the reigning ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Barnes, Raptors look to build on early showing of defensive potential
By Abdulhamid Ibrahim, The Canadian Press on October 27th, 2023
TORONTO – While it’s still early in the season, Scottie Barnes has displayed the potential that led to Toronto Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic’s proclamation before the year began. Barnes had 17 points on only 6-for-16 shooting, but his impact was felt in other ways in Toronto’s 97-94 season-opening win against Minnesota.Wednesday. He had five ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Top-ranked England continues rugby mastery over Canada women with 45-12 win
By The Canadian Press on October 27th, 2023
DUNEDIN, New Zealand – Hooker Lark Atkin-Davies scored four tries from the back of the driving maul as top-ranked England continued its mastery over No. 4 Canada, winning 45-12 Friday at the WXV women’s rugby tournament. England scored two late tries to lead 21-5 at the break and had its way with a tiring Canada ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sports scoreboard for Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023
By The Canadian Press on October 26th, 2023
Thursday’s Scoreboard NHL N.Y. Islanders 3, Ottawa 2 Toronto 4, Dallas 1 St. Louis 3, Calgary 0 N.Y. Rangers 3, Edmonton 0 Winnipeg 4, Detroit 1 Montreal 4, Columbus 3, OT Tampa Bay 6, San Jose 0 Pittsburgh 4, Colorado 0 Carolina 3, Seattle 2, OT Anaheim 4, Boston 3, OT Philadelphia 6, Minnesota 2 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jonathan Quick makes 29 saves for the shutout as Rangers blank Oilers 3-0
By Shane Jones, The Canadian Press on October 26th, 2023
EDMONTON – Jonathan Quick made 29 saves for his 59th career shutout as the New York Rangers continued to shine on their western road trip, defeating the Edmonton Oilers 3-0 on Thursday. Adam Fox and Braden Schneider each had a goal and an assist and Alexis Lafreniere also scored for the Rangers (5-2-0), who have ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hyland scores late in the third period to give Wheat Kings a 4-3 win over Warriors
By The Canadian Press on October 26th, 2023
BRANDON, Man. – Brett Hyland scored the game-winning goal at 16:31 in the third period as the Brandon Wheat Kings edged the Moose Jaw Warriors 4-3. Hyland scored twice while Nate Danielson and Roger McQueen scored once for Brandon. Wheat Kings netminder Carson Bjarnason kicked out 34 of 37 shots. Martin Rysavy, Brayden Yager and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Josh Allen gets Bills off to fast start in 24-18 win over Buccaneers
By John Wawrow, The Associated Press on October 26th, 2023
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) – Josh Allen threw two touchdown passes and ran for another – shrugging off aggravating an injury to his throwing shoulder – and the Buffalo Bills hung on to beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 24-18 on Thursday night. After a week of questions about his “low-energy” approach and Buffalo’s slow-starting offense, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jonathan Quick makes 32 saves for the shutout as Rangers blank Oilers 3-0
By Shane Jones, The Canadian Press on October 26th, 2023
EDMONTON – Jonathan Quick made 32 saves for his 59th career shutout as the New York Rangers continued to shine on their western road trip, defeating the Edmonton Oilers 3-0 on Thursday. Adam Fox and Braden Schneider each had a goal and an assist and Alexis Lafreniere also scored for the Rangers (5-2-0), who have ... Read More »
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