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Newcomer James Wilder Jr. looking to catch on with Toronto Argonauts

Newcomer James Wilder Jr. looking to catch on with Toronto Argonauts

TORONTO — It's not hard to pick out James Wilder Jr. at the Toronto Argonauts training camp. At six foot three and 232 pounds, the 25-year-old Tampa native is the biggest running back on the CFL team's roster.
Boucher says Senators should be prepared to "start back at zero" next season

Boucher says Senators should be prepared to "start back at zero" next season

OTTAWA — Guy Boucher called the Ottawa Senators' playoff run a "gigantic step" in the right direction, but cautioned the team should be prepared to start "from scratch" next season.
Montreal Alouettes release all-star linebacker Bear Woods

Montreal Alouettes release all-star linebacker Bear Woods

MONTREAL — The Montreal Alouettes have released all-star linebacker Bear Woods. The 30-year-old was named the CFL East Division defensive player of the year for the second time in his career last season.
Whitecaps lead by a goal but impact confident of comeback in Canadian Cup second leg

Whitecaps lead by a goal but impact confident of comeback in Canadian Cup second leg

MONTREAL — The Vancouver Whitecaps have the lead, but the Montreal Impact will have a lot on their side in the second leg of their Canadian Championship semifinal at Saputo Stadium on Tuesday night.
Aerial Assault: B.C. Lions' receiving corps ready to roar in 2017

Aerial Assault: B.C. Lions' receiving corps ready to roar in 2017

KAMLOOPS, B.C. — Chris Williams is doing some extra work after a training camp session, cutting and stopping to test his surgically repaired knee under a trainer's watchful eye. A few metres away, B.C.
Canadians Raonic, Abanda advance to second round of French Open

Canadians Raonic, Abanda advance to second round of French Open

PARIS — Fifth-seeded Milos Raonic is safely through to the second round of the French Open after sweeping past Steve Darcis of Belgium in straight sets.
Tiger Woods arrested in Florida on DUI charge, released

Tiger Woods arrested in Florida on DUI charge, released

Tiger Woods was arrested early Monday on a DUI charge in Jupiter, Florida, and spent nearly four hours in a county jail before he was released.
Journeyman cruiserweight boxer Whittom in coma after KO loss to Kopas

Journeyman cruiserweight boxer Whittom in coma after KO loss to Kopas

Journeyman boxer David Whittom was in an induced coma at Saint John Regional Hospital on Monday following surgery to treat bleeding on the brain after a knockout loss. The 38-year-old was listed in stable condition, said his trainer Francois Duguay.
Scotty Bowman: Winning back-to-back Stanley Cups 'tougher to do now'

Scotty Bowman: Winning back-to-back Stanley Cups 'tougher to do now'

PITTSBURGH — Scotty Bowman won back-to-back Stanley Cups more than once in an illustrious career behind the bench, but the 83-year-old wonders now how feasible it is in today's NHL.
B.C. NDP and Green leaders watch women's rugby sevens finals together Sunday

B.C. NDP and Green leaders watch women's rugby sevens finals together Sunday

LANGFORD, B.C. — Two British Columbia political leaders at the centre of negotiations to set the direction for the province's immediate political future sat together Sunday at an international rugby match at Westhills Stadium near Victoria.