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Auger-Aliassime bounced from Mexican Open after first-round loss to qualifier

Auger-Aliassime bounced from Mexican Open after first-round loss to qualifier

ACAPULCO, Mexico — Felix Auger-Aliassime knows Acapulco is famous for its cliff diving, beaches and bars, but the Montreal tennis star was hoping it might also become a destination to get his inconsistent game back on track.
NHL roundup: Horvat scores in OT as Islanders outshine Stars 3-2

NHL roundup: Horvat scores in OT as Islanders outshine Stars 3-2

DALLAS (AP) — Bo Horvat scored his second overtime winner against the Dallas Stars this year, giving the New York Islanders a 3-2 NHL victory Monday night.
Bouchard blast helps Oilers snap skid, clip Kings 4-2

Bouchard blast helps Oilers snap skid, clip Kings 4-2

EDMONTON — It was an opportune time for the Edmonton Oilers to rediscover their game.
Unbeaten Canada dunks Nicaragua 88-46 at FIBA AmeriCup 2025 Qualifiers

Unbeaten Canada dunks Nicaragua 88-46 at FIBA AmeriCup 2025 Qualifiers

MANAGUA, Nicaragua — If you don't count the slow start, Team Canada quickly assembled its second win in as many games at the FIBA AmeriCup 2025 Qualifiers on Monday night.
Stakusic bounces Melnikova in San Diego women's singles opener

Stakusic bounces Melnikova in San Diego women's singles opener

SAN DIEGO — Marina Stakusic didn't let rain or a scheduling delay change her focus Monday night as she bounced Marina Melnikova of Russia 6-4, 5-7, 6-1 in the opening round of women's singles at the San Diego Open. The Mississauga, Ont.
Lapierre scores twice as Capitals sink Senators 6-3

Lapierre scores twice as Capitals sink Senators 6-3

WASHINGTON (AP) — Hendrix Lapierre has only been back with Washington for a couple of days, one of several injury call-ups from the minors, but he senses a little something different about the Capitals this time around. Winning, mostly.
José DeLeón, MLB pitcher for 13 seasons, dies at age 63

José DeLeón, MLB pitcher for 13 seasons, dies at age 63

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic (AP) — José DeLeón, a major league pitcher for 13 seasons who led the National League in strikeouts for the St. Louis Cardinals in 1989, has died. He was 63.
Nichushkin cleared to practice with Avalanche after getting care from the player assistance program

Nichushkin cleared to practice with Avalanche after getting care from the player assistance program

DENVER (AP) — Valeri Nichushkin resumed practicing with the Colorado Avalanche on Monday after receiving care from the player assistance program .
Veteran quarterback Matt Shiltz prepared for new challenges with Calgary Stampeders

Veteran quarterback Matt Shiltz prepared for new challenges with Calgary Stampeders

Different team, different city, same approach for Matt Shiltz. The 31-year-old quarterback signed a one-year deal this month with Calgary.
Serven drives in five, Jays thump Pirates 8-4 for first pre-season win

Serven drives in five, Jays thump Pirates 8-4 for first pre-season win

DUNEDIN, Fla. — Brian Serven hit a three-run homer and drove in five runs and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-4 Monday for their first win of spring training.