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Dickinson scores twice, last-place Blackhawks smother Flames 3-1

Dickinson scores twice, last-place Blackhawks smother Flames 3-1

CHICAGO (AP) — Jason Dickinson is a 20-goal scorer for the first time in his ninth NHL season. It's a number that means a lot to the veteran forward. “It’s a hell of an achievement,” he said. “I’ve never cracked 10 before in this league.
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Hyman plays OT hero as Oilers edge Jets 4-3

Hyman plays OT hero as Oilers edge Jets 4-3

WINNIPEG — Winger Connor Brown is happy to ride the hot hands of Zach Hyman. Hyman scored his 51st goal of the season on his own rebound 1:22 into overtime to lift the Edmonton Oilers to a 4-3 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Tuesday.
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'Hated lots about our game': Keefe rips 'immature' Leafs after 6-3 loss to Devils

'Hated lots about our game': Keefe rips 'immature' Leafs after 6-3 loss to Devils

TORONTO — Sheldon Keefe took just four questions Tuesday night. The Maple Leafs head coach still got a lot off his chest.
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MLS and referees reach 7-year labor deal, ending 37-day lockout that led to replacement officials

MLS and referees reach 7-year labor deal, ending 37-day lockout that led to replacement officials

NEW YORK (AP) — Major League Soccer and its referees announced a seven-year labor contract Tuesday, ending a 37-day lockout that led to the use of replacement officials. Match officials will average a 28.
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Police, Canada's sport watchdog not investigating Raptors centre over gambling

Police, Canada's sport watchdog not investigating Raptors centre over gambling

TORONTO — A Canadian expert on match fixing says the NBA's investigation of Toronto Raptors backup centre Jontay Porter is a dire warning to professional sports leagues in North America.
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Utah coach says team was shaken after experiencing racist hate during NCAA Tournament

Utah coach says team was shaken after experiencing racist hate during NCAA Tournament

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Ottawa's Watts and Jenner, Toronto's Spooner named PWHL stars of the week

Ottawa's Watts and Jenner, Toronto's Spooner named PWHL stars of the week

Ottawa forwards Daryl Watts and Brianne Jenner, and Toronto right-wing Natalie Spooner have been named the Professional Women’s Hockey League's three stars of the week.
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Raptors reeling after gambling allegations against backup centre Jontay Porter

Raptors reeling after gambling allegations against backup centre Jontay Porter

TORONTO — The Toronto Raptors were still largely in the dark a day after it was confirmed that the NBA was investigating backup centre Jontay Porter for gambling irregularities.
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110th Grey Cup game, festival earn Prestige Award as Canada's top large-budget event

110th Grey Cup game, festival earn Prestige Award as Canada's top large-budget event

TORONTO — Sport Tourism Canada has presented the 110th Grey Cup and 2023 Grey Cup Festival with its Prestige Award as Canada's event of the year with a budget over $1 million.
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Calgary Stampeders signed veteran American linebacker Shaheed Salmon

Calgary Stampeders signed veteran American linebacker Shaheed Salmon

CALGARY — The Calgary Stampeders signed veteran American linebacker Shaheed Salmon on Tuesday. Contract details weren't immediately divulged but Salmon's deal reportedly is for one season.
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