National Sports

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Elks signed Canadian offensive lineman Brett Boyko two a two-year contract extension Wednesday. Boyko was slated to become a free agent next month.

Don Granato is a big believer in the talent of women’s hockey players — he's had an up-close view for years. "It's pure entertainment if you love the sport of hockey,” Granato said.

Now the real work begins for Canadian Geoff Cantin-Arku. The 25-year-old Levis, Que., native is in Nashville, Tenn., preparing for the Memphis Tigers' pro day in late March/early April.

Taylor Pendrith has made a career of playing his way into big events. The PGA Tour's new schedule will let him do just that. Pendrith, from Richmond Hill, Ont.

ANAHEIM, Calif. — The Anaheim Ducks have claimed defenceman Gustav Lindstrom on waivers from the Montreal Canadiens, the NHL club announced Wednesday. The 25-year-old Swede has three goals, an assist and six penalty minutes in 14 games this season.

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Police in South Florida say a man fatally shot a 30-year-old Buffalo Bills fan during an altercation near Hard Rock Stadium after the Bills defeated the Miami Dolphins in the final regular season game.

MILTON KEYNES, United Kingdom — Canada's John (Darth Maple) Part, a three-time world champion looking to return to the Professional Darts Corp. circuit, has advanced to the final stage of PDC Qualifying School. The 57-year-old from Oshawa, Ont.

TORONTO — Former NHL defenceman Jay Harrison sees an advantage in using his experiences to help current players lower their guard about mental health.

CALGARY — Reggie Begelton is sticking around Calgary for another year. A league source said Wednesday the veteran receiver and Calgary Stampeders have agreed to a new contract that will keep Begelton in Alberta through the 2025 season.

TORONTO — The Professional Women’s Hockey League has rescheduled a game between Ottawa and Boston that was cancelled last Friday because of inclement weather.