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Darko Rajakovic era of the Raptors will dawn as Toronto kicks off 2023-24 season

Darko Rajakovic era of the Raptors will dawn as Toronto kicks off 2023-24 season

TORONTO — A new era of the Toronto Raptors will dawn on Wednesday when they kick off the 2023-24 NBA season. But just what this new version of the team will look like is still unknown.
Klimkait beats Deguchi in all-Canadian Grand Slam final at Abu Dhabi

Klimkait beats Deguchi in all-Canadian Grand Slam final at Abu Dhabi

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates — Jessica Klimkait defeated Christa Deguchi in an all-Canadian under-57-kilogram final Tuesday at the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam judo tournament. The match went to overtime, where Klimkait, from Whitby, Ont.
NHL rescinds ban on rainbow-coloured, other stick tape supporting social causes

NHL rescinds ban on rainbow-coloured, other stick tape supporting social causes

The NHL has rescinded its ban on players using stick tape to support social causes, including rainbow-coloured Pride tape.
NHL upholds four-game suspension of Calgary Flames defenceman Andersson

NHL upholds four-game suspension of Calgary Flames defenceman Andersson

NEW YORK — The NHL has upheld its four-game suspension of Calgary Flames defenceman Rasmus Andersson for charging.
Mixed-gender eights crews at Pan American Games add 'spice' to rowing

Mixed-gender eights crews at Pan American Games add 'spice' to rowing

SANTIAGO, Chile — Novelty has entered the rather staid sport of rowing at the Pan American Games with men and women racing together in a mixed-gender eight. "It's so much fun to get the guys and girls together," said Canadian coxswain Kristen Kit.
Precious Achiuwa confirms Toronto Raptors did not extend his contract

Precious Achiuwa confirms Toronto Raptors did not extend his contract

TORONTO — Precious Achiuwa is going to let his agent do the talking for him. The Toronto Raptors and Achiuwa did not reach an agreement on a contract extension ahead of Monday's deadline.
Auger-Aliassime out of Swiss doubles after first-round loss

Auger-Aliassime out of Swiss doubles after first-round loss

BASEL, Switzerland — Montreal's Felix Auger-Aliassime and American teammate Sebastian Korda were eliminated in the first round of doubles competition at the Swiss Indoors men's tennis tournament following a 6-2, 6-4 loss to top seeds Ivan Dodig of Cr
Argos quarterback Chad Kelly earns fourth CFL honour roll nod

Argos quarterback Chad Kelly earns fourth CFL honour roll nod

Toronto Argonauts quarterback Chad Kelly captured his fourth CFL honour roll nod of the season Tuesday. Kelly earned a grade of 85.
Canadian international Kailen Sheridan up for NWSL goalkeeper of the year again

Canadian international Kailen Sheridan up for NWSL goalkeeper of the year again

TORONTO — Canadian international Kailen Sheridan, who tied for the league lead with nine shutouts this season, is a finalist for NWSL goalkeeper of the year.
Record 27 Canadians in NBA for 2023-24 season

Record 27 Canadians in NBA for 2023-24 season

TORONTO — Another year, another record set for Canadians in the NBA. Canada set a new mark with 27 players on an NBA roster for the beginning of the 2023-24 campaign.