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Maxime Crépeau named Canada’s starting goalkeeper for World Cup
MONTREAL — Maxime Crépeau watched Canada’s last men’s World Cup from his couch with a…
Astros shake up roster: LaMonte Wade Jr. signed, Collin Price gets first MLB call-up
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Astros signed outfielder LaMonte Wade Jr. and promoted catcher Collin…
‘Biggest Canadian flag’ unfurled in Vancouver for World Cup, but may breach etiquette
NORTH VANCOUVER — A Metro Vancouver ski resort has unveiled what it says is the…
NBA bans two fans for life after one runs onto court during Game 1, attempts selfie with Wemby
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — The NBA banned two people for life from its arenas on…
Swiss striker Breel Embolo can travel to US for World Cup after 2-day delay to get visa
BERN, Switzerland (AP) — Switzerland striker Breel Embolo received a visa Thursday and is headed…
Finishing touches applied to Toronto Stadium ahead of Canada’s World Cup opener
TORONTO — With Canada’s June 12 opener at the FIFA World Cup fast approaching, the…
A new playmaker in Denver, but no Bo Nix yet as Jaylen Waddle settles into the Broncos offense
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The Denver Broncos are back on the football field for the…
Orioles score 6 runs in the 1st inning to beat the Red Sox 8-2
BOSTON (AP) — Coby Mayo hit a bases-clearing double in a six-run first inning to…
Arizona Diamondbacks option right-hander Brandon Pfaadt to Triple-A Reno
PHOENIX (AP) — The Arizona Diamondbacks optioned right-hander Brandon Pfaadt to Triple-A Reno on Thursday…
Ollie Robinson’s dream England comeback: 3 wickets in a maiden first over at Lord’s
LONDON (AP) — It was around Christmas that Ollie Robinson thought he would never play…
George Pickens isn’t with Cowboys for voluntary work as Schottenheimer says communication is good
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — George Pickens isn’t with the Dallas Cowboys during the opening week…
Sipping tea fuels Polish qualifier Chwalinska’s run to French Open final against teenager Andreeva
PARIS (AP) — Sipping tea every night is working wonders for Maja Chwalinska. The Polish…
Olympic winter sports leader upbeat about replacing Nice with Lyon for 2030 Games
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — Olympic winter sports’ top official at the IOC said Thursday they…
Dad, coach separate roles for new Vancouver Canucks bench boss Manny Malhotra
VANCOUVER — Manny Malhotra knows there’s a chance he could be coaching his son, Caleb,…
García homers, Wheeler sharp as Phillies beat Padres 6-4 for season sweep
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Adolis García hit his first home run in nearly a month, Zack…
Brazil says Neymar, sidelined by a calf injury, isn’t traveling for an exhibition game vs. Egypt
MORRISTOWN, N.J. (AP) — Neymar is not traveling to Cleveland with Brazil’s World Cup team…
Braves add depth at catcher by acquiring veteran Austin Wynns from Angels, DFA Chadwick Tromp
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Braves have bolstered their depth at catcher by acquiring veteran…
Pakistan beats Australia by four wickets to clinch ODI series 2-1
LAHORE, Pakistan (AP) — Pakistan overcame Australian spin challenge on a tricky wicket to win…
England’s Robinson takes 4-10 as New Zealand slumps to 61-6 at Lord’s
LONDON (AP) — New Zealand was reeling at 61-6 after bowling out England for 140…
Cherie DeVaux returns to familiar Saratoga for the Belmont after her historic Kentucky Derby
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (AP) — Cherie DeVaux knows Saratoga well. She was born in the…
Toronto officials, advocates criticize FIFA reusable bottle ban in World Cup stadiums
TORONTO — Toronto environmental advocates and local officials have condemned FIFA’s decision to ban reusable…
Liverpool hires Andoni Iraola to mark return to Klopp-style playing approach after Slot departure
Liverpool hired Andoni Iraola as manager on Thursday, turning to the former Bournemouth coach whose…
Liverpool hires Andoni Iraola as coach to replace Arne Slot
LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Liverpool hires Andoni Iraola as coach to replace Arne Slot.
Minnesota Wild forward Marcus Foligno wins the NHL’s King Clancy award for leadership and service
NEW YORK (AP) — Minnesota Wild forward Marcus Foligno has received this season’s King Clancy…