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Canada's Howe, Weidemann earn speedskating medals on first day of season

Canada's Howe, Weidemann earn speedskating medals on first day of season

STAVANGER, Norway — Canada's Connor Howe earned silver and Isabelle Weidemann took bronze on Friday in the first day of international speedskating competition of the 2022-23 season.
Sedin twins, Luongo, Alfredsson lead Hockey Hall of Fame's class of 2022

Sedin twins, Luongo, Alfredsson lead Hockey Hall of Fame's class of 2022

TORONTO — Daniel Sedin has shared the spotlight with his brother ever since they stepped into the NHL.
Bombers running back Oliveira ready for first post-season start

Bombers running back Oliveira ready for first post-season start

WINNIPEG — Brady Oliveira is ready to be in the playoff spotlight. The Winnipeg Blue Bombers third-year running back will make his first post-season start at that position when the team hosts the B.C.
Veteran receiver Banks looking to add Grey Cup ring to career resume

Veteran receiver Banks looking to add Grey Cup ring to career resume

TORONTO — It's the lone accomplishment still missing from Brandon Banks' football resume. On Sunday, the veteran receiver will look to help Toronto defeat the Montreal Alouettes in the East Division final.
Highlight-reel goal by Adriana Leon lifts Canada women past Brazil in soccer friendly

Highlight-reel goal by Adriana Leon lifts Canada women past Brazil in soccer friendly

SANTOS, Brazil — Having coached the U.S. to two Olympic gold medals and a silver at the World Cup, Pia Sundhage knows her football. And Sundhage, now in charge of the Brazil women, was quick to praise Canada after her side was beaten 2-1 Friday.
Own goal gives Canadian men a 2-2 tie with Bahrain in World Cup warmup

Own goal gives Canadian men a 2-2 tie with Bahrain in World Cup warmup

MANAMA, Bahrain — Missing some of its top talent, Canada tied Bahrain 2-2 on a 81st-minute own goal in a World Cup warmup match Friday. After Bahrain pulled ahead in the 65th minute from the penalty spot, it paid for failing to clear the ball.
Canada ousted by Switzerland at Billie Jean King Cup

Canada ousted by Switzerland at Billie Jean King Cup

GLASGOW, United Kingdom — Canada was eliminated from the Billie Jean King Cup after dropping two singles matches to Switzerland in the women's international tennis competition on Friday. Bianca Andreescu, of Mississauga, Ont.
NHL, NHLPA say World Cup of Hockey tournament will not return in 2024

NHL, NHLPA say World Cup of Hockey tournament will not return in 2024

TORONTO — The World Cup of Hockey will not be returning in 2024. The NHL and NHL Players' Association said in a joint statement Friday "the current environment it is not feasible" to hold the World Cup, but did not elaborate further.
Rose, Bombers set to make third straight West Division final appearance

Rose, Bombers set to make third straight West Division final appearance

He's a native Californian, but Winston Rose has warmed up to the idea of playing football in Canada in November. Rose and the Winnipeg Blue Bombers are in their third straight West Division final. The two-time defending Grey Cup champions host the B.
Canadian Elite Basketball League folds its franchise in Newfoundland

Canadian Elite Basketball League folds its franchise in Newfoundland

ST. JOHN'S, N.L. — The Canadian Elite Basketball League is suspending operations of its franchise in St. John's, N.L. after just one season, the league announced on Friday.