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Leafs star Auston Matthews eyeing Wednesday return following knee sprain

Leafs star Auston Matthews eyeing Wednesday return following knee sprain

TORONTO — Auston Matthews is ready to get back into action. The Maple Leafs star told reporters following Tuesday's practice he's aiming to return to the lineup when Toronto hosts the Chicago Blackhawks on Wednesday.
Canada rugby coach Kingsley Jones to serve as assistant coach for Barbarians match

Canada rugby coach Kingsley Jones to serve as assistant coach for Barbarians match

The Barbarians, an iconic rugby all-star team, have appointed Canada coach Kingsley Jones an assistant coach for their May 28 match against a World XV.
Canada to boycott men's and women's world boxing championships

Canada to boycott men's and women's world boxing championships

Canada won't compete in this year's men's and women's world boxing championship because of the inclusion of Russian and Belarusian athletes, and also in protest of how the world governing body of the sport operates.
Canada's Auger-Aliassime begins title defence with first-round win at Rotterdam Open

Canada's Auger-Aliassime begins title defence with first-round win at Rotterdam Open

ROTTERDAM, Netherlands — Felix Auger-Aliassime's title defence at the Rotterdam Open got off to a fast start Tuesday. The Montreal native needed just one hour 22 minutes to oust Italy's Lorenzo Sonego 6-2, 6-3 in the first round.

Calgary Stampeders sign American defensive lineman Julian Howsare

CALGARY — The Calgary Stampeders signed American defensive end Julian Howsare on Tuesday. Contract details weren't immediately known. The move came on the first day of CFL free agency.
Veteran receiver Lawler rejoins Winnipeg Blue Bombers in CFL free agency

Veteran receiver Lawler rejoins Winnipeg Blue Bombers in CFL free agency

WINNIPEG — Kenny Lawler is back with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. The Bombers signed the veteran American receiver to a two-year contract Tuesday, the first day of CFL free agency.
Argos GM Pinball Clemons won't be running to replace Tory as Toronto mayor

Argos GM Pinball Clemons won't be running to replace Tory as Toronto mayor

TORONTO — The timing still isn't right for Michael (Pinball) Clemons to dive into politics.
Canadian Football League takes over ownership of Montreal Alouettes franchise

Canadian Football League takes over ownership of Montreal Alouettes franchise

TORONTO — The Canadian Football League has again taken over operating the Montreal Alouettes.
Toronto Arrows to feature non-profit rugby foundation on the front of their jersey

Toronto Arrows to feature non-profit rugby foundation on the front of their jersey

TORONTO — The Toronto Arrows have donated the front of their jersey to a non-profit group this season.
Larkin scores twice, Detroit Red Wings trounce struggling Canucks 6-1

Larkin scores twice, Detroit Red Wings trounce struggling Canucks 6-1

VANCOUVER — After suffering yet another lopsided loss, Vancouver Canucks coach Rick Tocchet is heading back to the chalkboard.