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FIFA warns Europe of Women's World Cup broadcast blackout

FIFA warns Europe of Women's World Cup broadcast blackout

GENEVA (AP) — Publicly criticizing broadcasters for offering to pay too little to screen the Women’s World Cup has not worked out yet for FIFA president Gianni Infantino, who is now threatening a blackout in major European markets.
Simon Fraser University football players in court asking for axed program’s rebirth.

Simon Fraser University football players in court asking for axed program’s rebirth.

VANCOUVER — Players and supporters of the Simon Fraser University football team expressed optimism about the program’s return after a court hearing Monday. The Burnaby, B.C.
Five things to know about the NHL playoffs

Five things to know about the NHL playoffs

Toronto versus Edmonton in the Stanley Cup final? According to popular sports betting sites, today's smart money is on an all-Canadian clash for the Cup.
Packed bars, busy downtown streets expected in Toronto as Maple Leafs take on Florida

Packed bars, busy downtown streets expected in Toronto as Maple Leafs take on Florida

TORONTO — Excited hockey fans are expected to pack bars and the streets around Toronto's Scotiabank Arena today as the Maple Leafs begin their second-round NHL playoff series against the Florida Panthers.
Devils blank Rangers in Game 7, face Canes in second round

Devils blank Rangers in Game 7, face Canes in second round

NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — The New Jersey Devils surprised a lot of hockey experts this past season in going from an NHL also-ran to one of the top teams in the league.
Verdugo homers for 3rd walk-off hit; Red Sox beat Blue Jays

Verdugo homers for 3rd walk-off hit; Red Sox beat Blue Jays

BOSTON (AP) — Alex Verdugo belted a leadoff homer in the ninth inning against Jordan Romano for his third walk-off hit this season, and the Boston Red Sox beat Toronto 6-5 on Monday night to end a nine-game losing streak to the Blue Jays.
Jays Springer scratched versus Red Sox with illness

Jays Springer scratched versus Red Sox with illness

BOSTON (AP) — Toronto Blue Jays right fielder George Springer was a late scratch from the lineup Monday night against the Boston Red Sox because of illness. The change was announced after the Blue Jays completed batting practice.
Calgary Flames fire head coach Darryl Sutter after disappointing season

Calgary Flames fire head coach Darryl Sutter after disappointing season

CALGARY — The Calgary Flames started the 2022-23 season making a long-term commitment to head coach Darryl Sutter, and ended it looking for a different voice behind the bench.
Rory McIlroy to defend RBC Canadian Open title at Oakdale Golf and Country Club

Rory McIlroy to defend RBC Canadian Open title at Oakdale Golf and Country Club

TORONTO — Rory McIlroy is aiming to three-peat at the RBC Canadian Open and make golf history, but Matt Fitzpatrick and a deep pool of talent will do their level best to stop him. Ranked No.
Next Hurdle: Leafs prepare for Panthers after finally winning a first-round series

Next Hurdle: Leafs prepare for Panthers after finally winning a first-round series

TORONTO — The Presidents' Trophy winners are out. The reigning Stanley Cup champions have gone home too.