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Winnipeg Blue Bombers top Ottawa Redblacks 25-16 for first win of CFL season

Winnipeg Blue Bombers top Ottawa Redblacks 25-16 for first win of CFL season

WINNIPEG — Brady Oliveira was thrilled the Blue Bombers picked up their first win of the season, but the way they did it brought extra satisfaction.
Canada beats Venezuela in extra round of penalty kicks, reaches semifinals in 1st Copa America

Canada beats Venezuela in extra round of penalty kicks, reaches semifinals in 1st Copa America

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Canada hasn't scored much on the way to the semifinals of its first Copa America. Don't look for apologies from American-born coach Jesse Marsch.
Castillo dominates for 6 2/3 innings, Raley has 2-run double in Mariners' 2-1 win over Blue Jays

Castillo dominates for 6 2/3 innings, Raley has 2-run double in Mariners' 2-1 win over Blue Jays

SEATTLE (AP) — Luis Castillo limited Toronto to two hits over a dominant 6 2/3 innings, Luke Raley had a two-run double in the third and the Seattle Mariners beat the Blue Jays 2-1 on Friday night.
Harness racing driver James MacDonald captures 2024 Canadian driving championship

Harness racing driver James MacDonald captures 2024 Canadian driving championship

TROIS-RIVIÈRES — Harness racing driver James MacDonald of Guelph, Ont. captured the Canadian driving championship Friday night.
Aaron Rai and C.T. Pan share the John Deere Classic lead

Aaron Rai and C.T. Pan share the John Deere Classic lead

SILVIS, Ill. (AP) — Aaron Rai of England went from a close call last week in Detroit to another chance at his first PGA Tour victory, playing another bogey-free round of 8-under 63 on Friday to share the lead with C.T.
Victoria's Chelsea Green ready for first Money in the Bank card on Canadian soil

Victoria's Chelsea Green ready for first Money in the Bank card on Canadian soil

TORONTO — This weekend's Money in the Bank will be a full-circle moment for Chelsea Green. The Victoria native will compete in the titular women's match on Saturday as the WWE returns to Toronto's Scotiabank Arena.
Blue Jays recall right-hander Burr, option right-hander Cuas to triple-A Buffalo

Blue Jays recall right-hander Burr, option right-hander Cuas to triple-A Buffalo

The Toronto Blue Jays have recalled right-handed pitcher Ryan Burr from triple-A Buffalo. Toronto optioned right-hander Jose Cuas back to the minors in a corresponding move before Friday night's game in Seattle against the Mariners.
Veteran kicker Liegghio been bright spot on Hamilton's special teams this season

Veteran kicker Liegghio been bright spot on Hamilton's special teams this season

HAMILTON — Special teams have been a concern early this season for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats but kicker Marc Liegghio hasn't been one. On Wednesday, Hamilton (0-4) hired Dennis McKnight as its new special-teams coach.
France beats Portugal 5-3 in a penalty shootout in Euro 2024 quarterfinals to knock out Ronaldo

France beats Portugal 5-3 in a penalty shootout in Euro 2024 quarterfinals to knock out Ronaldo

HAMBURG, Germany (AP) — France ended Cristiano Ronaldo’s bid to win the title at his last European Championship by beating Portugal 5-3 in a penalty shootout to reach the semifinals on Friday.
Canada's Andreescu drops third-round match to Italy's Paolini at Wimbledon

Canada's Andreescu drops third-round match to Italy's Paolini at Wimbledon

LONDON, Ont. — Bianca Andreescu, of Mississauga, Ont., is out of the women's singles draw at Wimbledon after dropping her third-round match to French Open runner-up Jasmine Paolini of Italy in straight sets 7-6 (4), 6-1 on Friday.