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Leafs captain Tavares says players getting 'comfortable with being uncomfortable'

Toronto Maple Leafs captain John Tavares says players are getting "comfortable with being uncomfortable" as Phase 4 of the NHL's return-to-play plan approaches.

Jul 21, 2020 3:12 PM Read more >

Whitecaps move into 'Freddy Krueger' mode as they try to adjust body clocks

The Vancouver Whitecaps have moved into Freddy Krueger mode at the MLS is Back Tournament. After losing to Seattle on Sunday in a 10:30 p.m. ET start, the Whitecaps are changing their schedule ahead of a 9 a.m.

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Winnipeg set to become CFL hub city if league has 2020 season

TORONTO — Winnipeg will be the hub city for the CFL's shortened 2020 season if the league reaches several goals. The CFL chose Winnipeg over bids from Calgary and Saskatchewan on Tuesday.

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Max Domi says delay in return to Canadiens necessary to feel comfortable

MONTREAL — Max Domi returned to the Montreal Canadiens when he was satisfied the risk to himself was manageable. The 25-year-old has both Type 1 diabetes and celiac disease, which could be complicating conditions if he contracted the COVID-19 virus.

Jul 21, 2020 2:27 PM Read more >

There are injury risks in unprecedented NBA restart after four-month hiatus

If a high-performance athlete was a violin, Stuart Phillips says he or she would be a Stradivarius. Famous for their rich quality of sound, Stradivarius violins perform at unparalleled levels. The precious instruments take special caring.

Jul 21, 2020 1:47 PM Read more >

Sonny Bill draws interest from NRL clubs in light of Wolfpack sitting out season

TORONTO — NRL teams have wasted little time eyeing Wolfpack star Sonny Bill Williams in the wake of Toronto's announcement it will sit out the remainder of the 2020 Super League season.

Jul 21, 2020 12:58 PM Read more >

More woes for Whitecaps as starting goalkeeper is sidelined with broken thumb

The Vancouver Whitecaps, whose roster has been ravaged in recent weeks, are down to one goalkeeper for their final group game Thursday against Chicago Fire SC at the MLS is Back Tournament.

Jul 21, 2020 11:48 AM Read more >

NHL names Draisaitl, MacKinnon, Panarin as finalists for Hart Trophy

NEW YORK — Edmonton Oilers centre Leon Draisaitl, Colorado Avalanche centre Nathan MacKinnon and New York Rangers left-wing Artemi Panarin are the finalists for the 2020 Hart Trophy.

Jul 21, 2020 10:30 AM Read more >

Portman group will bring NWSL to Los Angeles in 2022

Actress Natalie Portman and venture capitalist Kara Nortman lead a group that will bring an expansion National Women's Soccer League team to the Los Angeles area in 2022. The team, tentatively named Angel City, will bring the league to 11 teams.

Jul 21, 2020 8:21 AM Read more >

Former B.C. Lions kicker Ted Gerela passes away at the age of 76

VANCOUVER — Ted Gerela, a former kicker with the B.C. Lions, has died. He was 76. The Lions confirmed Gerela's passing Monday night. The cause of death wasn't divulged. Gerela was born in Sarrail, Alta., but grew up in Powell River, B.C.

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