Skip to content

National Sports

Mauricio Pocchetino hired to succeed Gregg Berhalter as US men's national team coach

Mauricio Pocchetino hired to succeed Gregg Berhalter as US men's national team coach

Former Tottenham and Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino was hired Tuesday to succeed Gregg Berhalter as U.S. men’s national team coach, 21 months before the Americans host the 2026 World Cup. A 52-year-old Argentine, Pochettino became the 10th U.S.
Read more >
No tax: Daly doesn't envision change to NHL system that benefits sunbelt teams

No tax: Daly doesn't envision change to NHL system that benefits sunbelt teams

LAS VEGAS — Bill Daly says the conversations have taken place. The NHL's deputy commissioner, however, doesn't see a realistic path forward to fix the perceived issue any time soon.
Read more >
Shapovalov, Auger-Aliassime lead Canada to 2-1 win over Argentina at Davis Cup

Shapovalov, Auger-Aliassime lead Canada to 2-1 win over Argentina at Davis Cup

MANCHESTER — Canada has defeated Argentina 2-1 at the Davis Cup. Denis Shapovalov of Richmond Hill, Ont., beat Francisco Cerundolo 7-5, 6-3 in the first singles rubber match on Tuesday in Group D action at the AO Arena.
Read more >
NFL investigating lawsuit filed against Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, accused of sexual assault

NFL investigating lawsuit filed against Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, accused of sexual assault

CLEVELAND (AP) — The NFL said Tuesday it is investigating the latest civil lawsuit filed against Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson to determine if he violated the league's personal conduct policy.
Read more >
Canada's Achonwa made assistant coach of Michigan Wolverines women's basketball team

Canada's Achonwa made assistant coach of Michigan Wolverines women's basketball team

ANN ARBOR — Four-time Canadian Olympian Natalie Achonwa is joining Michigan women's basketball staff as the assistant coach for player development. Achonwa was Canada's captain at the recently completed Paris Games.
Read more >
Canadian Soccer Business points to 'new, landmark offer' made to Canada Soccer

Canadian Soccer Business points to 'new, landmark offer' made to Canada Soccer

TORONTO — While Canada Soccer says a new labour agreement with its players is contingent on a reworked deal with Canadian Soccer Business, CSB says it "proactively made a new, landmark offer" six weeks ago.
Read more >
Lions running back Mackie, Stamps lineman Rose, Elks O-line named to CFL honour roll

Lions running back Mackie, Stamps lineman Rose, Elks O-line named to CFL honour roll

TORONTO — B.C. Lions running back David Mackie, Calgary Stampeders defensive lineman Mike Rose and the Edmonton Elks’ offensive line were named to the CFL's honour roll on Tuesday.
Read more >
Coach says young Canadians are up for the challenge of Spain at FIFA U-20 World Cup

Coach says young Canadians are up for the challenge of Spain at FIFA U-20 World Cup

After a roller-coaster finale to the group stage of the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, Canada has made it to the round of 16 where defending champion Spain awaits Wednesday in Cali, Colombia.
Read more >
Flames sign veteran defenceman Tyson Barrie to professional tryout

Flames sign veteran defenceman Tyson Barrie to professional tryout

CALGARY — Veteran defenceman Tyson Barrie will attend the Calgary Flames training camp on a professional tryout, the team announced Tuesday. Barrie had one goal and 14 assists in 41 games with the Nashville Predators last season.
Read more >
Maple Leafs re-sign forward Nick Robertson to one-year, US$875K contract

Maple Leafs re-sign forward Nick Robertson to one-year, US$875K contract

TORONTO — The Toronto Maple Leafs re-signed forward Nick Robertson to a one-year contract worth US$875,000 on Tuesday. Robertson produced 14 goals and 13 assists in 56 games last season with the Maple Leafs.
Read more >