National Sports
Rugby referees have plenty to say during games — and everyone can listen
By Neil Davidson, The Canadian Press on October 25th, 2023
After a flare-up at an English club rugby game between London Irish and the Worcester Warriors, referee Wayne Barnes called the offending players over and calmly read them the riot act. “I understand this is an important game. Loads of pressure,” said Barnes, a lawyer when not being a top-flight official. “But you’ve still got ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Running back Oliveira gets nod as Bombers nominee for CFL outstanding player
By The Canadian Press on October 25th, 2023
TORONTO – Zach Collaros won’t be in the running for a third straight CFL outstanding player award. The Winnipeg quarterback has won the honour the last two years. But Canadian running back Brady Oliveira earned the Blue Bombers’ nod Wednesday for this year’s award in voting conducted by the Football Reporters of Canada and nine ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Stampeders look to become first CFL franchise to hit 700 all-time win
By Dan Ralph, The Canadian Press on October 25th, 2023
It won’t affect the West Division standings but the Calgary Stampeders’ regular-season finale is significant for the franchise. Calgary (6-11) hosts the Winnipeg Blue Bombers (13-4) on Friday night with both teams having clinched playoff spots. The Stampeders already know, win or lose, they’ll face the B.C. Lions (12-6) in the West Division semifinal Nov. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!NHL notebook: Past champions talk Stanley Cup hangovers
By Joshua Clipperton, The Canadian Press on October 25th, 2023
Jack Eichel had a plan this summer. The idea was simple – a little less would have to do. After helping the Vegas Golden Knights capture their first Stanley Cup on June 13, Eichel and his teammates had just over three months to celebrate and recuperate. Getting back in the gym to ensure his body ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Long Shot World Series: Diamondbacks vs Rangers is a Fall Classic few saw coming
By Ronald Blum, The Associated Press on October 25th, 2023
Tell the truth: How many people picked Arizona and Texas to meet in the World Series? A Rangers-Diamondbacks matchup had 1,750 to 1 odds when wagering opened last fall. But in an era when 12 teams make the playoffs, sustained excellence over the six-month regular season has become a boarding pass, not the journey, leading ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Longshot World Series: Diamondbacks vs Rangers is a Fall Classic few saw coming
By Ronald Blum, The Associated Press on October 25th, 2023
Tell the truth: How many people picked Arizona and Texas to meet in the World Series? A Rangers-Diamondbacks matchup had 1,750 to 1 odds when wagering opened last fall. But in an era when 12 teams make the playoffs, sustained excellence over the six-month regular season has become a boarding pass, not the journey, leading ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!A capsule look at the World Series between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Texas Rangers
By The Associated Press on October 25th, 2023
A capsule look at the best-of-seven World Series between the Arizona Diamondbacks and Texas Rangers: ___ Schedule: (All times EDT) Game 1, Friday, at Arlington, Texas, 8:03 p.m. (Fox); Game 2, Saturday, at Arlington, Texas, 8:03 p.m. (Fox); Game 3, Monday, Oct. 30, at Phoenix, 8:03 p.m. (Fox); Game 4, Tuesday, Oct. 31, at Phoenix, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!MATCHDAY: Dutch giant Ajax in a mess heading to Brighton in Europa League
By The Associated Press on October 25th, 2023
A look at what’s happening in European soccer on Thursday: EUROPA LEAGUE The unravelling of Ajax is proving to be one of the saddest soccer stories of the season. The Dutch giant – a four-time European champion and among the continent’s storied clubs – has made its worst ever start to a season since the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sports scoreboard for Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023
By The Canadian Press on October 24th, 2023
Tuesday’s Scoreboard MLB Playoffs National League Championship Series Arizona 4 Philadelphia 2 (Arizona wins best-of-seven series 4-3) — NHL Toronto 4 Washington 1 Vancouver 3 Nashville 2 Winnipeg 4 St. Louis 2 Buffalo 6 Ottawa 4 New Jersey 5 Montreal 2 Minnesota 7 Edmonton 4 N.Y. Rangers 3 Calgary 1 Vegas 3 Philadelphia 2 Colorado ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hartman’s 5-point night helps Wild whip Oilers 7-4
By Mike Cook, The Associated Press on October 24th, 2023
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Ryan Hartman scored three goals as part of a career-high-tying five-point game, and the Minnesota Wild scored five times in the final period to beat the Edmonton Oilers 7-4 on Tuesday night. It was Edmonton’s first game without captain and three-time MVP Connor McDavid, who suffered an upper-body injury Saturday ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canucks end road trip with 4-2 win over Predators
By Jim Diamond, The Associated Press on October 24th, 2023
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) – Phillip Di Giuseppe and Nils Hoglander scored goals early in the second period to lead the Vancouver Canucks to a 3-2 victory over the Nashville Predators on Tuesday night. Ilya Mikheyev also scored, and Thatcher Demko made 15 saves for Vancouver, winners of two straight. The Canucks wrapped up a five-game ... Read More »
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