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Shohei Ohtani leading off for Dodgers in World Series Game 3, two days after dislocating shoulder

NEW YORK (AP) — Shohei Ohtani was in his regular leadoff spot as the Los Angeles Dodgers' designated hitter for Game 3 of the World Series on Monday night, two days after the star slugger partially dislocated his left shoulder.

Oct 28, 2024 4:20 PM Read more >

Curt Cignetti 'optimistic' QB Kurtis Rourke will start for No. 13 Indiana against Michigan State

Indiana coach Curt Cignetti said Monday he remains “optimistic” starting quarterback Kurtis Rourke can return to the lineup for Saturday's game at Michigan State.

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Toronto FC takes first steps on 'total rebuild,' leaves forward Prince Owusu in limbo

TORONTO — Toronto FC, taking the first steps in what's been billed as a "total rebuild," has declined 2025 contract options on defenders Aimé Mabika and Shane O'Neill, midfielder Brandon Servania and goalkeeper Greg Ranjitsingh.

Oct 28, 2024 3:07 PM Read more >

Shohei Ohtani leading off for Dodgers in World Series Game 3, two days after dislocating shoulder

NEW YORK (AP) — Shohei Ohtani was in the starting lineup as the Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter for Game 3 of the World Series on Monday night, two days after the star partially dislocated his left shoulder.

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Halifax Wanderers add experience to front office in Canadian Mark Watson

After a 2024 regular season deemed "simply unacceptable," Halifax Wanderers FC has brought Canada Soccer Hall of Famer Mark Watson on board as a senior football strategy adviser.

Oct 28, 2024 2:52 PM Read more >

Vegas captain Stone, Preds goalie Saros, Stars centre Duchene named NHL three stars

NEW YORK — Vegas right-wing Mark Stone, Nashville goaltender Juuse Saros and Dallas centre Matt Duchene have been named the NHL's three stars of the week Stone led the league with eight points (two goals, six assists) in three games last week.

Oct 28, 2024 2:38 PM Read more >

Dave Dickenson to return as Stampeders' coach and general manager next season

CALGARY — Dave Dickenson will return as head coach and general manager of the Calgary Stampeders in 2025 despite the CFL club's worst season in two decades.

Oct 28, 2024 2:08 PM Read more >

Uncertainty looms over promising finish as Elks head into off-season

EDMONTON — While an optimist may point out that the Edmonton Elks went 7-4 to close out the season after a dreadful 0-7 start, the team heads into the CFL off-season with plenty of questions.

Oct 28, 2024 2:02 PM Read more >

Calgary's Drew Fischer honoured as Major League Soccer's Referee of the Year

Canadian Drew Fischer has been honoured as MLS Referee of the Year. The 44-year-old from Calgary took charge of 16 regular-season games this season, including the 200th of his career when the Vancouver Whitecaps hosted Los Angeles FC on Oct. 13.

Oct 28, 2024 1:42 PM Read more >

Pacific’s Gazdov, Vancouver’s Irving, York’s Vincensini up for CPL's top goalie award

Pacific FC’s Emil Gazdov, Vancouver FC’s Callum Irving and York United FC’s Thomas Vincensini are the finalists for the Canadian Premier League's Golden Glove award, honouring the best goalkeeper during the 2024 regular season.

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