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Despite not having played since early July, Canada dropped one spot to No. 44 in the new FIFA world rankings released Thursday. The Canadian men started the year in 53rd place before working their way up to No.

Daryl Watts took a financial hit when the Premier Hockey League was bought out and the Professional Women's Hockey League took its place.

NEW YORK (AP) — Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was a late scratch from the Toronto Blue Jays' lineup Wednesday night against the New York Yankees because of right knee discomfort.

MONTREAL — CF Montreal was forced to settle for a draw despite leading into the final minutes of their match against FC Cincinnati after a last-minute equalizer on Wednesday night A late penalty goal from Luciano Acosta denied CF Montreal all three p

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Another Toronto FC defeat. But this time the loss takes a back seat to Lionel Messi's health.

NEW YORK (AP) — Kevin Gausman tossed six shutout innings, outpitching Michael King as they traded strikeouts all night, and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the New York Yankees 6-1 on Wednesday for their fifth consecutive victory.

OTTAWA — With a new owner incoming and stability throughout the roster, the Ottawa Senators have reasons for optimism heading into this NHL season.

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Colorado Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog sees a much clearer path back to the ice even if he's not expected to play this season.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Lionel Messi returned to Inter Miami's lineup on Wednesday night. It was a short-lived comeback.

Professional Women's Hockey League general manager Gina Kingsbury and coach Carla MacLeod, who both have deep roots in international hockey, say the new league can close gaps between countries on the world stage.