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Montreal Canadiens sign forward Joel Armia to four-year, US$13.6-million extension

MONTREAL — The Montreal Canadiens have locked up Joel Armia, signing the Finnish forward to a four-year extension. The Habs say the deal, announced Tuesday, has an average annual value of US$3.4 million.

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Potential high for Winnipeg Jets after challenging season: Stastny

Paul Stastny believes the Winnipeg Jets are on the precipice of something special. The 35-year-old centre knows, though, that he's not the only NHL player who is excited about his team this off-season.

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NBC's Tokyo Olympics viewership gets off to rough start

NEW YORK (AP) — If there's going to be a surge in viewership interest in the Tokyo Olympics, NBC Universal is still waiting.

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From great goalies to feisty forwards, lots of talent to be found in NHL free agency

A wild off-season continues for NHL general managers this week as they hunt for deals on the free agent market.

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Trudeau says Canadiens' selection of Logan Mailloux shows 'lack of judgment'

MONTREAL — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Tuesday he's not happy with the Montreal Canadiens' draft selection of a player convicted of a sex-related offence. "As a lifelong Habs fan, I have to say I am deeply disappointed by the decision.

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Bauer's administrative leave extended through Aug 6

NEW YORK (AP) — Trevor Bauer’s administrative leave was extended by 10 days through Aug.

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Colorado acquires Canadian Mark-Anthony Kaye in million-dollar deal with LAFC

COMMERCE CITY, Colo. — The Colorado Rapids acquired Canadian international midfielder Mark-Anthony Kaye in a million-dollar deal with Los Angeles FC on Tuesday.

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Memoir of hockey legend Fred Sasakamoose released

The expression ‘home is where the heart is’ certainly applied to Fred Sasakamoose. He is remembered by many as a hockey star.

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Ethan Bear speaks out against racism: 'I'm proud of where I come from'

(ANNews) – Earlier this week the Edmonton Oilers completed their run in the 2021 NHL playoffs with a defeat to the Winnipeg Jets.

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Indigenous players and a coach looking to hoist the Stanley Cup

There are currently 16 teams with aspirations to be crowned Stanley Cup champions in 2021.

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