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Three young players jump from Whitecaps' development squad to MLS team

Three young players jump from Whitecaps' development squad to MLS team

VANCOUVER — Ali Ahmed knows his new Major League Soccer contract doesn't mean the hard work has come to an end.
Priestley's 'Offside' paints a complex portrait of former Leafs owner Harold Ballard

Priestley's 'Offside' paints a complex portrait of former Leafs owner Harold Ballard

TORONTO — Jason Priestley wants Canadians to draw their own conclusions about Harold Ballard, the controversial former owner of the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario reinstates betting on UFC events in province

Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario reinstates betting on UFC events in province

TORONTO — Ontario bettors can again wager on Ultimate Fighting Championship events. The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) reinstated betting on UFC events in the province Thursday. On Dec.
Fired CF Montreal reserve squad coach apologizes for past social media comments

Fired CF Montreal reserve squad coach apologizes for past social media comments

MONTREAL — A soccer coach who was fired this month over years-old Twitter comments suggesting the former premier of Quebec should be assassinated is publicly apologizing. Sandro Grande was named CF Montreal's reserve squad coach on Jan.
Midfielder David Choiniere signs new multi-year deal with CPL champion Forge FC

Midfielder David Choiniere signs new multi-year deal with CPL champion Forge FC

HAMILTON — Attacking midfielder David Choiniere has signed a new multi-year contract with Forge FC. The 25-year-old from Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Que., scored in Forge's 2-0 championship win over Atletico Ottawa in October.
Panthers coach Maurice fined for complaining about refs after loss to Leafs

Panthers coach Maurice fined for complaining about refs after loss to Leafs

NEW YORK — The NHL has fined Florida Panthers head coach Paul Maurice US$25,000 after he complained about the officiating in his team's recent 5-4 overtime loss at Toronto.
Curling persistence pays off for Northwest Territories skip Kerry Galusha

Curling persistence pays off for Northwest Territories skip Kerry Galusha

Kerry Galusha has seen some things.
Murray edges Kokkinakis after 4 a.m. at Australian Open

Murray edges Kokkinakis after 4 a.m. at Australian Open

MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — The times on the clock shifted from p.m. to a.m.
Home of Los Angeles FC, Angel City FC to be known as BMO Stadium under new deal

Home of Los Angeles FC, Angel City FC to be known as BMO Stadium under new deal

BMO is joining forces with Los Angeles FC and Angel City FC, with the soccer teams' shared home now known as BMO Stadium. The change from Banc of California Stadium took effect Thursday.
Strong goaltending the backbone of Quebec Remparts success this season

Strong goaltending the backbone of Quebec Remparts success this season

William Rousseau says a single morning skate last season altered the trajectory of his junior hockey career.