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AGCO orders Ontario gaming operators to stop offering UFC bets due to concerns

AGCO orders Ontario gaming operators to stop offering UFC bets due to concerns

TORONTO — The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario is requiring all registered casino, lottery and igaming operators to stop offering and accepting wagers on Ultimate Fighting Championship events.
New-look Matt Dunstone rink is top Canadian team on year-to-date world ranking list

New-look Matt Dunstone rink is top Canadian team on year-to-date world ranking list

A strong start to the season has launched the new-look Matt Dunstone team past the rest of the Canadian competition on the world men's curling rankings list. Dunstone is the top domestic entry on the World Curling Federation year-to-date list at No.
Former Expos reporter Richard Milo honoured by Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame

Former Expos reporter Richard Milo honoured by Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame

ST. MARYS, ONTARIO, CANADA — Longtime Canadian Press writer Richard Milo has been named the winner of the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum’s 2022 Jack Graney Award.
WHL Roundup: Thunderbirds top Winterhawks 3-1 in battle of Western Conference's best

WHL Roundup: Thunderbirds top Winterhawks 3-1 in battle of Western Conference's best

PORTLAND, Ore. — Thomas Milic made 35 saves to lead the Seattle Thunderbirds to a 3-1 win over the Portland Winterhawks in a battle between the Western Conference's top teams on Wednesday.
Draisaitl, McDavid lead Oilers past slumping Blackhawks 5-4

Draisaitl, McDavid lead Oilers past slumping Blackhawks 5-4

CHICAGO (AP) — Leon Draisaitl had two goals and an assist, helping the Edmonton Oilers top the slumping Chicago Blackhawks 5-4 on Wednesday night for their third straight win.
Marner ties Maple Leafs record in 3-1 win over Sharks

Marner ties Maple Leafs record in 3-1 win over Sharks

TORONTO (AP) — Pierre Engvall scored with 2:27 left in regulation, Mitch Marner had a goal to stretch his point streak to a franchise record-tying 18 games, and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the San Jose Sharks 3-1 on Wednesday night.
QMJHL Roundup: Foreurs make good on comeback with 5-4 shootout win over Phoenix

QMJHL Roundup: Foreurs make good on comeback with 5-4 shootout win over Phoenix

VAL-D'OR, Que. — Kale McCallum capped the Val-d'Or Foreurs' comeback with the shootout winner to top the Sherbrooke Phoenix 5-4 on Wednesday. Down 4-1 late in the second period, the Foreurs roared back, scoring three unanswered goals.
Dallas Stars winger Jason Robertson showing he belongs among NHL elite

Dallas Stars winger Jason Robertson showing he belongs among NHL elite

Jason Robertson was late to training camp after navigating a tricky contract negotiation. The winger didn't feel ready for the Dallas Stars' final exhibition game, preferring to use extra practice time to get sharp for the regular season.
Puig changing plea to not guilty of lying in gambling case

Puig changing plea to not guilty of lying in gambling case

NEW YORK (AP) — Former major league outfielder Yasiel Puig has decided to withdraw his agreement to plead guilty to a charge of lying to federal agents investigating an illegal gambling operation.
Marner ties franchise record with 18-game point streak, Leafs down Sharks 3-1

Marner ties franchise record with 18-game point streak, Leafs down Sharks 3-1

TORONTO — Mitch Marner inexplicably looked to pass with history on his stick and an empty net staring him down.