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What is the ‘green whistle’ Canadian player Ismael Koné was given after FIFA injury?
When Canadian midfielder Ismael Koné was taken off the field on a stretcher during Canada’s…
Christian Pulisic returns to training with US after missing last World Cup match with injury
IRVINE, Calif. (AP) — Christian Pulisic returned to training with his U.S. teammates on Monday…
‘A great journey’: Canada defender Bombito reflects on road to recovery
VANCOUVER — The long road to recovery from a broken leg to playing in his…
Mike Boynton promoted to interim coach at Michigan as Dusty May leaves for the NBA, AP sources say
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Michigan, coming off a national championship in basketball, suddenly had…
Ticats’ offence fires on all cylinders with Lawler’s performance versus Lions
HAMILTON — Kenny Lawler knew it was just a matter of time before the Hamilton…
Cricket players attacked and bear sprayed during match in Vancouver, police say
VANCOUVER — An evening cricket match in Vancouver’s Kitsilano neighbourhood was interrupted by a man…
Leipzig hires former Argentina defender Martín Demichelis as coach
LEIPZIG, Germany (AP) — Leipzig has hired former Argentina defender Martín Demichelis as coach to…
Canada’s potential path to FIFA World Cup final coming into focus
VANCOUVER — Canada’s path through the FIFA World Cup is becoming clearer. The co-host nation…
Olympics in French Alps will go Dutch for speed skating and move ice events to Lyon from Nice
LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — The next Winter Olympics in France sent speed skating to the…
AJ Dybantsa hopes to go No. 1 to Washington in NBA draft, but his White House photo wasn’t a clue
NEW YORK (AP) — For anyone seeking clues in the final hours before the NBA…
Mavericks are hiring national champ coach Dusty May away from Michigan, AP source says
DALLAS (AP) — The Dallas Mavericks and Dusty May of national champion Michigan are finalizing…
Keith Tkachuk is elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame in the Class of 2026 with Patrice Bergeron, Carey Price and others
TORONTO (AP) — Keith Tkachuk is elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame in the…
Argentina advances to knockout round at World Cup by beating Austria 2-0 as Lionel Messi scores both goals
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Argentina advances to knockout round at World Cup by beating Austria…
Galarneau closes in on Wimbledon berth with first-round qualifying victory
LONDON — Canada’s Alexis Galarneau advanced to the second round of Wimbledon qualifying with a…
Edmonton Oilers sign defenceman Connor Murphy to five-year extension
EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers signed defenceman Connor Murphy to a five-year contract extension on…
Canada’s Diallo moves on at Eastbourne Open with win over Atmane
EASTBOURNE — Montreal’s Gabriel Diallo advanced to the second round of the Eastbourne Open grass-court…
Tanenbaum’s Kilmer Sports Ventures invests in Professional Women’s Hockey League
TORONTO — Toronto businessman Larry Tanenbaum is once again investing in women’s sports. Tanenbaum’s Kilmer…
Jays second baseman Clement leads AL players in fan balloting for all-star game
NEW YORK — Toronto Blue Jays second baseman Ernie Clement leads all American League players…
Former Wimbledon champion Vondrousova suspended for 4 years for refusing doping test
Former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova was suspended for four years on Monday for refusing an…
Northwestern center Jackson Carsello gets injunction restoring eligibility for 2026 season
EVANSTON, Ill. (AP) — Northwestern center Jackson Carsello’s eligibility for 2026 was restored by a…
Young Washington Mystics on rise after road wins over Liberty and Lynx
NEW YORK (AP) — The Washington Mystics have really grown on their recent road trip…
Merlin the duck steals the spotlight at President Sheinbaum’s news briefing
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Wearing the green jersey of Mexico’s national soccer team and a…
Lake Placid and NYC form exploratory committee to study hosting future Winter Olympics
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — The state of New York is forming an exploratory committee to…
Lionel Messi sets record for most World Cup goals in history with his 17th for Argentina at the tournament
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Lionel Messi sets record for most World Cup goals in history…