National Sports

Paris Olympics organizers 'surprised' by reports of investigation into president's pay

PARIS (AP) — The Paris Olympics organizing committee has expressed surprise that the salary of its president is reportedly being investigated by the French National Financial Prosecutor’s Office.

Feb 6, 2024 7:24 AM Read more >

Messi says he 'feels much better' and hopeful of playing in Tokyo after PR disaster in Hong Kong

TOKYO (AP) — Look for Lionel Messi to play on Wednesday in Tokyo where Inter Miami meets Japanese club Vissel Kobe in a friendly.

Feb 6, 2024 7:14 AM Read more >

Former NHLer Jason Spezza heartbroken over death of brother Matthew

PITTSBURGH — Former Toronto Maple Leaf forward Jason Spezza says his younger brother Matthew has died of an accidental overdose.

Feb 5, 2024 11:12 PM Read more >

Ingram scores 41 to pace Pelicans past reeling Raptors 138-100

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — After Brandon Ingram hit five straight 3-pointers during the final three minutes of the third quarter, he had a big smile as he made his way to the bench and soaked in a prolonged standing ovation.

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Engvall scores late winner as Islanders clip Maple Leafs 3-2

TORONTO — Former Toronto Maple Leafs forward Pierre Engvall and 24-year-old New York Islanders rookie Kyle MacLean enjoyed fulfilling homecomings on Monday.

Feb 5, 2024 10:42 PM Read more >

NBA roundup: Mitchell, Cavs keep rolling in 136-110 win over Kings

CLEVELAND (AP) — Donovan Mitchell scored 29 points, Max Strus added 22 and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Sacramento Kings 136-110 on Monday night for their sixth straight NBA win and 14th in 15 games. The Cavs are a league-best 19-4 since Dec. 16.

Feb 5, 2024 9:43 PM Read more >

NHL roundup: Lafreniere scores in OT as Rangers rally to roll Avalanche 2-1

NEW YORK (AP) — Alexis Lafreniere scored 1:53 into overtime and the New York Rangers rallied to beat the Colorado Avalanche 2-1 on Monday night.

Feb 5, 2024 9:28 PM Read more >

Lafreniere scores in OT as Rangers edge Avalanche 2-1

NEW YORK (AP) — Alexis Lafreniere scored 1:53 into overtime and the New York Rangers rallied to beat the Colorado Avalanche 2-1 on Monday night.

Feb 5, 2024 9:06 PM Read more >

OHL roundup: Colts' special teams key in 6-3 road win over Otters

ERIE, Pa. — Zach Wigle scored twice, including once while short-handed, Ben West made 38 saves, and the visiting Barrie Colts defeated the Erie Otters 6-3 in Ontario Hockey League action on Monday night.

Feb 5, 2024 8:25 PM Read more >

Police chief in London, Ont., apologizes to complainant in hockey sex assault case

LONDON, Ont.

Feb 5, 2024 5:15 PM Read more >