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Blue Jays recall right-hander Van Eyk from triple-A Buffalo before opener against M’s
TORONTO — The Toronto Blue Jays recalled pitcher CJ Van Eyk from triple-A Buffalo on…
What to know about the backlash against FIFA President Gianni Infantino
MONACO (AP) — Gianni Infantino, the increasingly embattled FIFA president, was everywhere in the conversations…
Florida basketball coach Todd Golden gets another contract extension and a $1.5M raise
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Todd Golden’s third raise in as many years will make him…
England in control at Lord’s and stretches lead to 261 after skittling Pakistan for 110
LONDON (AP) — England was bossing Pakistan by an imposing 261 runs after two days…
StatCan figures show minor economic bump from FIFA World Cup soccer matches
OTTAWA — The Canadian economy saw only a modest boost from the FIFA World Cup…
She was a pain specialist to top athletes. Her opioid prescribing alarmed the DEA
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Joan Rubinger overcame a catastrophic biking accident that left her paralyzed…
Leknessund dedicates Vuelta Stage 7 win to Norway’s late king
ARAMÓN VALDELINARES, Spain (AP) — An emotional Andreas Leknessund broke down in tears after claiming…
Coco Gauff backs her mom for posting about family and friends’ excessive US Open ticket requests
NEW YORK (AP) — Coco Gauff was caught by surprise when she saw her mom…
Matt Shaw returns to the Cubs after a two-month stint on the injured list
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Cubs received a boost Friday morning ahead of a crucial…
Johnson’s multi-year extension latest business for busy Vancouver Whitecaps
VANCOUVER — Tate Johnson’s introduction to Major League Soccer was swift. Months after the Vancouver…
Carson Schwesinger went from walk-on to AP NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year
Carson Schwesinger walked on at UCLA, was passed up in the first round of the…
Panthers LB Thomas Davis suffered opioid addiction that opened the door to sprawling drug case
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Nobody could overlook the off-the-field community work — bankrolling a college…
Photo Gallery: The week in sports photos
Here’s a look at some of this week’s top sports photos as selected by editors.…
Tony Romo facing three more citations in connection with his arrest last month
Tony Romo is facing three more citations in connection with his arrest last month that…
Itauma brushes off ‘school’ jibes as he aims to be youngest heavyweight champ since Tyson
Facing an opponent who has pledged to “smash the kid” and “send him back to…
Riders look to avoid falling into the pack in CFL West as Argos visit Regina
REGINA — The Saskatchewan Roughriders are heading into what could be a defining moment for…
Oklahoma State pins its revival hopes on Drew Mestemaker after his unlikely QB rise
STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) — After years of being told no, Drew Mestemaker made the most…
Midfielder Dante Sealy back with CF Montréal after trade with Rapids
MONTREAL — CF Montréal has reacquired midfielder Dante Sealy from the Colorado Rapids, the Major…
Canada’s women’s soccer team looking to build in return to home soil: coach
Casey Stoney hasn’t yet seen the best possible version of her Canadian women’s soccer team.…
Springboks make two late changes for 2nd test against New Zealand
CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — South Africa withdrew backs Handré Pollard and Kurt-Lee Arendse…
Texas judge puts SEC’s new eligibility rule on hold
Two days after the Southeastern Conference passed a rule barring players from returning to the…
Xabi Alonso says Chelsea needs players with ‘desire to play’ after leaving out Enzo Fernandez
LONDON (AP) — Chelsea coach Xabi Alonso has defended the decision to leave Enzo Fernandez…
Atalanta-Ajax is standout game in Conference League draw that sends Salah’s Trabzonspor to Red Star
MONACO (AP) — Ajax will play at Atalanta in the marquee fixture of the Conference…
AC Milan and coach Amorim get English opponents Sunderland and Bournemouth in Europa League draw
MONACO (AP) — AC Milan and new coach Ruben Amorim will play two English opponents…