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Djokovic ‘heartbroken’ for jailed friend Becker

Djokovic ‘heartbroken’ for jailed friend Becker

MADRID (AP) — Novak Djokovic said he is “heartbroken” for his former coach Boris Becker after the tennis great was sentenced to 2 1/2 years in prison in Britain for illicitly transferring large amounts of money and hiding assets after he was declared
Calgary Flames vow to keep foot on the gas heading into playoffs

Calgary Flames vow to keep foot on the gas heading into playoffs

CALGARY — The Calgary Flames were in a similar position not that long ago. Heading into the NHL playoffs armed with a high seed after a stellar regular season, the post-season flop of 2019 was a lesson learned for 2022.
Edmonton Oilers put lessons to the test against L.A. Kings in playoffs

Edmonton Oilers put lessons to the test against L.A. Kings in playoffs

EDMONTON — As the Edmonton Oilers prepare for another playoff run, they're looking to their toughest stretch of the season for strength.
Host Canadians fall to Australia despite gutsy effort at 7s rugby event in Langford

Host Canadians fall to Australia despite gutsy effort at 7s rugby event in Langford

LANGFORD, B.C. — The weather co-operated for Canada’s critical matchup against World No. 1-ranked Australia on Saturday evening. The competition was a little more stingy.
Canada captain Christine Sinclair on the mark as Portland wins NWSL season opener

Canada captain Christine Sinclair on the mark as Portland wins NWSL season opener

PORTLAND, Ore. — Canada captain Christine Sinclair recorded career regular-season goal No. 55 for Portland as the Thorns blanked the Kansas City Current 3-0 in their NWSL season opener Saturday.
Canadians Leonard, Luketa selected in seventh round of the 2022 NFL draft

Canadians Leonard, Luketa selected in seventh round of the 2022 NFL draft

Cornerback Deane Leonard is the latest reason why the Los Angeles Chargers are Canada's team in the NFL. The Chargers took the Calgary native in the seventh round of the NFL draft Saturday.
Canadians Yohan Lainesse, Tristan Connelly lose on UFC Fight Night card in Las Vegas

Canadians Yohan Lainesse, Tristan Connelly lose on UFC Fight Night card in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS — American (Gifted) Gabe Green survived an early onslaught to stop Yohan (White Lion) Lainesse in the second round Saturday on a UFC Fight Night undercard, handling the Montreal welterweight his first loss in his UFC debut.
CF Montréal moves into top-4 in the MLS East with win over Atlanta

CF Montréal moves into top-4 in the MLS East with win over Atlanta

MONTREAL — A late header from Joaquin Torres was enough for CF Montréal to claim a 2-1 win against Atlanta United in Major League Soccer action Saturday afternoon.
Cincinnati hangs on to down Toronto FC 2-1 for its first-ever victory at BMO Field

Cincinnati hangs on to down Toronto FC 2-1 for its first-ever victory at BMO Field

TORONTO — One step forward, two back for Toronto FC. Toronto dug itself a hole with some sloppy defending Saturday before mounting a late charge that fell short in a 2-1 loss to injury-ravaged FC Cincinnati.
George Springer's two home runs power Blue Jays past Astros 2-1

George Springer's two home runs power Blue Jays past Astros 2-1

TORONTO — After Bradley Zimmer made a spectacular diving catch in centre field for the Blue Jays, George Springer joked with manager Charlie Montoyo in Toronto's dugout about becoming a full-time designated hitter.