National Sports

Montreal head coach Martin St. Louis said the New Jersey Devils’ recent progress from developing team to Stanley Cup contender is something he hopes the Canadiens can take steps toward this season.

TORONTO — Jakob Chychrun is feeling a lot more comfortable after a whirlwind end to last season. That's great news for both the defenceman — and a franchise looking to finally break through in the Eastern Conference.

CALGARY — The Western Hockey League says Wenatchee Wild head coach Kevin Constantine has been suspended pending an independent investigation into alleged violations of WHL regulations and policies.

TORONTO — Bev Priestman's still feeling the effects of a loud and boisterous crowd on her voice after Canada's 2-0 victory in Jamaica on Friday.

EDMONTON — Defensive back Dwayne Thompson II has been released by the Edmonton Elks. The American started in eight games for Edmonton this year. Thompson had 27 defensive tackles on the season after signing with the Elks on April 23.

VANCOUVER — Goaltender Ty Young has agreed to a three-year, entry-level contract with the Vancouver Canucks. Young was selected in the fifth round, 144th overall, in the 2022 NHL Entry draft.

OAKVILLE, Ont. — Lauren Kim of Surrey, B.C., headlines Golf Canada's two squads for the upcoming World Amateur Team Championships. Kim will be competing for the Espirito Santo Trophy along with Monet Chun of Richmond Hill, Ont.

HENDERSON, Nev. (AP) — Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo is in concussion protocol, putting his status in question for when Las Vegas visits the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday.

TORONTO — The Honda Indy Toronto will return in 2024. It was one of 17 races on the schedule when the IndyCar Series announced its 2024 calendar on Monday. Toronto's Exhibition Place will host the 36th edition of the Honda Indy from July 19 to 21.

TORONTO — The Rugby World Cup has brought back plenty of memories for Mike Sheppard. Like playing the All Blacks at the 2019 tournament in Japan. Only a select few Canadians get to face the haka. Sheppard had to wait for his chance.