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Vancouver Whitecaps sign young Colombian winger Deiber Caicedo

Vancouver Whitecaps sign young Colombian winger Deiber Caicedo

VANCOUVER — Winger Dieber Caicedo has big dreams, and he's hoping a move to the Vancouver Whitecaps helps make them reality.
Canadian James Hinchcliffe inks full-time ride with Andretti for 2021 IndyCar season

Canadian James Hinchcliffe inks full-time ride with Andretti for 2021 IndyCar season

Canada's James Hinchcliffe will return as a full-time driver on the IndyCar circuit in 2021. Andretti Autosport announced Tuesday that Hinchcliffe will drive the No. 29 Honda this season. The 34-year-old Hinchcliffe, from Oakville, Ont.
Hamilton's Forge FC re-signs captain Kyle Bekker, named CPL MVP in 2020

Hamilton's Forge FC re-signs captain Kyle Bekker, named CPL MVP in 2020

HAMILTON — Captain Kyle Bekker, who led Forge FC to back-to-back Canadian Premier League titles, has re-signed with the Hamilton team.
FIFA sets late-2021 target date to pick 2026 World Cup host cities

FIFA sets late-2021 target date to pick 2026 World Cup host cities

ZURICH — FIFA set a new target Tuesday of finalizing North American host cities for the 2026 World Cup — if the COVID-19 pandemic allows. The 23 candidate cities likely need to be cut to 16. FIFA said it could confirm them at the end of the the year.
Toronto Arrows await word on where they can play, with Plan B going to the U.S.

Toronto Arrows await word on where they can play, with Plan B going to the U.S.

TORONTO — Like their Canadian counterparts in Major League Soccer, the Toronto Arrows are wondering where they will be able to play this year.
Prince Edward Island's Birt is bubble-bound but first wants provincial title

Prince Edward Island's Birt is bubble-bound but first wants provincial title

Suzanne Birt can book her ticket for the Calgary bubble. The veteran skip wants to make sure she's wearing familiar Prince Edward Island colours when she's there.
Canadian-born Sylvan Adams has big plans for Israel Start-Up Nation cycling team

Canadian-born Sylvan Adams has big plans for Israel Start-Up Nation cycling team

With British star Chris Froome and Ottawa's Michael Woods leading the way this year, Canadian-born co-owner Sylvan Adams has big plans for the Israel Start-Up Nation team. And they go well beyond mere success in the cycling world.
Maple Leafs backup goalie Jack Campbell out 'weeks' with leg injury

Maple Leafs backup goalie Jack Campbell out 'weeks' with leg injury

CALGARY — Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Sheldon Keefe says backup goaltender Jack Campbell will be out "weeks" with a leg injury.
Canadian mixed doubles championship to feature 35 teams, worlds berth on the line

Canadian mixed doubles championship to feature 35 teams, worlds berth on the line

OTTAWA — A field of 35 teams will compete in the Canadian mixed doubles curling championship this season, Curling Canada said Tuesday in a release. The March 18-25 competition will be held at Calgary's Markin MacPhail Centre.
Ottawa Redblacks re-sign four, including all-star punter Richie Leone

Ottawa Redblacks re-sign four, including all-star punter Richie Leone

OTTAWA — The Ottawa Redblacks have re-signed four players, including all-star punter Richie Leone. The Redblacks also signed defensive back Randall Evans, offensive lineman Mark Korte and receiver Anthony Coombs on Tuesday.