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Draisaitl looks back at journey with Oilers' core as Edmonton looks to capture Cup

Draisaitl looks back at journey with Oilers' core as Edmonton looks to capture Cup

EDMONTON — Leon Draisaitl has experienced plenty of good moments with the Oilers. The big centre selected No.
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Elks-Lions game features first CFL opening-week meeting of Canadian quarterbacks

Elks-Lions game features first CFL opening-week meeting of Canadian quarterbacks

It will be a historic CFL first Saturday night in Vancouver. The B.C. Lions will host the Edmonton Elks at B.C. Place in the season opener for both teams. This will mark the first opening week featuring two Canadian starting quarterbacks (B.C.
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Edmonton, Sunrise mayors up the ante in bet over Stanley Cup rematch

Edmonton, Sunrise mayors up the ante in bet over Stanley Cup rematch

EDMONTON — If history repeats itself, Edmonton's mayor may soon declare an official Florida Panthers Day in Alberta's capital city. Last year's bet between Amarjeet Sohi and Mike Ryan, the mayor of Sunrise, Fla.
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New CFL commissioner Johnston plans to be very visible at start of regular season

New CFL commissioner Johnston plans to be very visible at start of regular season

TORONTO — Stewart Johnston is set for his first CFL season as commissioner. Just six weeks after replacing Randy Ambrosie, Johnston is preparing to oversee his first regular season.
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Brown set to suit up for Oilers in Game 1, Greer out for Panthers

Brown set to suit up for Oilers in Game 1, Greer out for Panthers

EDMONTON — Oilers winger Connor Brown will suit up for the Stanley Cup final opener against the Florida Panthers. The Edmonton winger declared himself ready following his team's optional morning skate at Rogers Place.
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Eby says he won't be changing mind on another B.C. pipeline, rebuffing Ford

Eby says he won't be changing mind on another B.C. pipeline, rebuffing Ford

B.C. Premier David Eby says he won't be throwing his support behind a new oil pipeline through the province, dismissing Ontario Premier Doug Ford's suggestion that Eby would change his mind.
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Oilers set for Stanley Cup rematch with Panthers after last year's heartbreak

Oilers set for Stanley Cup rematch with Panthers after last year's heartbreak

EDMONTON — Connor McDavid stood along the boards and waited for his teammates. The Oilers had given everything in the Stanley Cup final.
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About 15,000 have fled Saskatchewan wildfires and more coming: Premier Moe

About 15,000 have fled Saskatchewan wildfires and more coming: Premier Moe

PRINCE ALBERT — As Manitoba grapples with wildfires that have forced more than 17,000 people from their homes, the premier of Saskatchewan said Tuesday the situation is becoming just as dire in his province.
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Ice from Oiler hometown rinks added to Edmonton arena ahead of Stanley Cup Final

Ice from Oiler hometown rinks added to Edmonton arena ahead of Stanley Cup Final

EDMONTON — Home ice advantage will take on a whole new meaning for some Edmonton Oilers as they head into the Stanley Cup Final.
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Majority of CFL teams have veteran experience at quarterback position

Majority of CFL teams have veteran experience at quarterback position

Nick Arbuckle is again proving the importance of quarterback depth in the CFL. Arbuckle is expected to be the starter Friday night when the Grey Cup-champion Toronto Argonauts visit the Montreal Alouettes.
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