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Zhao bounced by Shnaider in Korea Open women's singles

Zhao bounced by Shnaider in Korea Open women's singles

SEOUL — Diana Shnaider only needed 71 minutes Tuesday night to show Canadian Carol Zhao why she's considered one of the favourites to win the women's singles title at the Hana Bank Korea Open. The fourth-seeded Russian -- ranked No.
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Langford, Heim lead Rangers to wild 13-8 win over Blue Jays

Langford, Heim lead Rangers to wild 13-8 win over Blue Jays

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Rookie Wyatt Langford homered, doubled twice and became the first Texas player this season to reach base five times, struggling Jonah Heim delivered a two-run single to break a sixth-inning tie and the Rangers beat the Toronto
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Edler to sign one-day contract to retire as a Vancouver Canuck

Edler to sign one-day contract to retire as a Vancouver Canuck

VANCOUVER — The Vancouver Canucks announced Tuesday that defenceman Alex Edler will sign a one-day contract in order to officially retire as a member of the NHL team. The signing will be part of a celebration of Edler's career held Oct.
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Jays reinstate Bichette but lose Wagner for season, place Varsho on IL

Jays reinstate Bichette but lose Wagner for season, place Varsho on IL

ARLINGTON — The Toronto Blue Jays have reinstated shortstop Bo Bichette from the 10-day injured list, but infielder Will Wagner will miss the remainder of the season and outfielder Daulton Varsho has been placed on the IL.
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Toronto FC faces tough challenge as defending MLS champion Columbus comes to town

Toronto FC faces tough challenge as defending MLS champion Columbus comes to town

TORONTO — Coach John Herdman isn't putting too much stock in the fact that Toronto FC, since losing 4-0 in Columbus on July 6, has posted a better league record than the defending MLS champion.
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Canucks winger Joshua to miss training camp following cancer diagnosis

Canucks winger Joshua to miss training camp following cancer diagnosis

The 28-year-old says the last several weeks have been "extremely challenging" and encourages men to get checked regularly for testicular cancer.
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Mental game crucial as Vancouver Whitecaps embark on road swing

Mental game crucial as Vancouver Whitecaps embark on road swing

VANCOUVER — Vanni Sartini isn't known for keeping his opinions to himself. During training, the head coach of the Vancouver Whitecaps regularly paces the field, yelling instructions in multiple languages and gesticulating wildly.
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'Be a goldfish:' Mitton sees positives in season that ended with Diamond League title

'Be a goldfish:' Mitton sees positives in season that ended with Diamond League title

It was a lengthy season for Sarah Mitton, but one that she considers both a success and a learning experience.
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Former Oilers assistant GM Brad Holland follows his father out the door in Edmonton

Former Oilers assistant GM Brad Holland follows his father out the door in Edmonton

EDMONTON — The NHL's Edmonton Oilers announced Tuesday that assistant general manager Brad Holland is leaving the club. The move comes almost three months after the departure of former Oilers general manager Ken Holland, Brad's father.
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Sixth-ranked Canadian women to face World Cup champion Spain in October friendly

Sixth-ranked Canadian women to face World Cup champion Spain in October friendly

The sixth-ranked Canadian women will face World Cup champion Spain in an international friendly next month. Third-ranked Spain will host Canada on Oct. 25 at Estadio Francisco de la Hera in Almendralejo.
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