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OG Anunoby, Pascal Siakam help Raptors snap road slide with 132-102 rout of Wizards

OG Anunoby, Pascal Siakam help Raptors snap road slide with 132-102 rout of Wizards

WASHINGTON (AP) — OG Anunoby scored 26 points, Pascal Siakam had 22 points and 11 assists, and the Toronto Raptors eased past the Washington Wizards 132-102 on Wednesday night.
Macklin Celebrini's five-point performance powers Canada over Latvia at world juniors

Macklin Celebrini's five-point performance powers Canada over Latvia at world juniors

Macklin Celebrini had a goal and four assists in a dominant performance from start to finish as Canada hammered Latvia 10-0 at the world junior hockey championship on Wednesday.
New system, teammates: Nikita Zadorov adjusting to life after a month as a Canuck

New system, teammates: Nikita Zadorov adjusting to life after a month as a Canuck

VANCOUVER — Nikita Zadorov has been a Vancouver Canuck for nearly a month and says the adjustment has been smooth.
Even at 36, Sidney Crosby remains the gold standard for NHL players

Even at 36, Sidney Crosby remains the gold standard for NHL players

"Sid the Kid" may not be the scoring leader he was as a fresh-faced phenom, but no active players have built up a list of accolades that equals his two playoff MVPs, three Stanley Cups and two Olympic gold medals.
World Juniors: Veit Oswald's two goals help Germany stun Finland 4-3

World Juniors: Veit Oswald's two goals help Germany stun Finland 4-3

GOTHENBURG, Sweden — Veit Oswald scored twice, including the eventual winner, as Germany held off Finland for a 4-3 upset on Wednesday at the world junior hockey championship.
Captain Canada: Kelly Olynyk embracing leadership role for Canada and Utah Jazz

Captain Canada: Kelly Olynyk embracing leadership role for Canada and Utah Jazz

TORONTO — Whether it's with Canada's national men's basketball team or the Utah Jazz, Kelly Olynyk is embracing a leadership role. Olynyk, born in Toronto but raised in Kamloops, B.C.
Dodgers confirm they've reached 12-year deal with free-agent pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto

Dodgers confirm they've reached 12-year deal with free-agent pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Dodgers have finalized their 12-year contract with right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto, teaming the prized free agent with Shohei Ohtani in their prolific winter spending spree.
Reports: third baseman/outfielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa signs with Toronto Blue Jays

Reports: third baseman/outfielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa signs with Toronto Blue Jays

TORONTO — Isiah Kiner-Falefa has signed with the Toronto Blue Jays according to several media reports. The combination outfielder/third baseman has reportedly agreed a two-year deal worth US$15 million. Kiner-Falefa had a .
A Newfoundland song celebrates Team Canada goals at world juniors for second year

A Newfoundland song celebrates Team Canada goals at world juniors for second year

ST. JOHN'S, N.L. — For the second year in a row, Team Canada is celebrating its goals at the world junior ice hockey championship with a song from Newfoundland.
Noonan says Canadian Soccer Business has no need to apologize, continues to grow game

Noonan says Canadian Soccer Business has no need to apologize, continues to grow game

Canadian Soccer Business, which represents Canada Soccer's corporate partnerships and broadcast rights among other assets, took its lumps this year. Politicians clamoured to see the contract between the two.