National Sports

Canada rugby coach Kingsley Jones to serve as assistant coach for Barbarians match

The Barbarians, an iconic rugby all-star team, have appointed Canada coach Kingsley Jones an assistant coach for their May 28 match against a World XV.

Feb 14, 2023 1:20 PM Read more >

Canada to boycott men's and women's world boxing championships

Canada won't compete in this year's men's and women's world boxing championship because of the inclusion of Russian and Belarusian athletes, and also in protest of how the world governing body of the sport operates.

Feb 14, 2023 12:56 PM Read more >

Canada's Auger-Aliassime begins title defence with first-round win at Rotterdam Open

ROTTERDAM, Netherlands — Felix Auger-Aliassime's title defence at the Rotterdam Open got off to a fast start Tuesday. The Montreal native needed just one hour 22 minutes to oust Italy's Lorenzo Sonego 6-2, 6-3 in the first round.

Feb 14, 2023 12:16 PM Read more >

Calgary Stampeders sign American defensive lineman Julian Howsare

CALGARY — The Calgary Stampeders signed American defensive end Julian Howsare on Tuesday. Contract details weren't immediately known. The move came on the first day of CFL free agency.

Feb 14, 2023 12:06 PM Read more >

Veteran receiver Lawler rejoins Winnipeg Blue Bombers in CFL free agency

WINNIPEG — Kenny Lawler is back with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. The Bombers signed the veteran American receiver to a two-year contract Tuesday, the first day of CFL free agency.

Feb 14, 2023 11:25 AM Read more >

Argos GM Pinball Clemons won't be running to replace Tory as Toronto mayor

TORONTO — The timing still isn't right for Michael (Pinball) Clemons to dive into politics.

Feb 14, 2023 10:42 AM Read more >

Canadian Football League takes over ownership of Montreal Alouettes franchise

TORONTO — The Canadian Football League has again taken over operating the Montreal Alouettes.

Feb 14, 2023 10:03 AM Read more >

Toronto Arrows to feature non-profit rugby foundation on the front of their jersey

TORONTO — The Toronto Arrows have donated the front of their jersey to a non-profit group this season.

Feb 14, 2023 7:00 AM Read more >

Larkin scores twice, Detroit Red Wings trounce struggling Canucks 6-1

VANCOUVER — After suffering yet another lopsided loss, Vancouver Canucks coach Rick Tocchet is heading back to the chalkboard.

Feb 14, 2023 12:57 AM Read more >

Senators complete comeback by beating Flames 4-3 in OT

OTTAWA — Tim Stutzle scored the overtime winner, but Mads Sogaard was the hero for most of the Ottawa Senators.

Feb 13, 2023 10:36 PM Read more >