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Maple Leafs Can’t Give In to Nick Robertson’s Trade Request

After losing Tyler Bertuzzi, T.J. Brodie and Ilya Samsonov to free agency — among others — the Toronto Maple Leafs and Brad Treliving spent July 1 trying to bolster a lineup that had far too many holes in it.

Looking at which Oilers free agents have signed with new teams

Out of any team in the National Hockey League, the Edmonton Oilers had one of the best openings to free agency. They finally got two scoring wingers to play alongside Leon Draisaitl, signing Viktor Arvidsson to a two-year, $8 million deal, and Jeff Skinner to a one-year, $3 million deal.

Palestinian soccer team plans to play World Cup qualifiers in the West Bank

After advancing further than ever in World Cup qualifying, the Palestinian soccer team is determined to host a game for a change.

The greatest women's tennis players to win only one Grand Slam

Flames’ 2024 Free Agent Additions & Subtractions

It has been four days of the NHL’s annual free agent frenzy, and there is plenty of buzz surrounding some of the contracts handed out. A grand total of $1.12 billion was handed out on July 1 alone, smashing the previous NHL record for most money spent in a day.

How many penalties has Emi Martinez saved for Argentina national team? Goalkeeper performs heroics again vs. Ecuador at Copa America

Emiliano Martinez has quickly become one of the most important goalkeepers in the history of the legendary Argentine national team, and he was at it again in the Copa America against Ecuador.

‘My heart was in Edmonton’: Connor Brown explains decision to re-sign with Oilers

Home is where the heart is for Connor Brown. He forward prioritized that above all else when re-signing to a hometown-discounted one-year, $1 million contract earlier this off-season.

Novak Djokovic is given a major scare on Centre Court by British wildcard - and world No 277 - Jacob Fearnley to reach Wimbledon's third round

Novak Djokovic was given a real scare on Centre Court by plucky Brit Arthur Fearnley, eventually winning 6-3, 6-4, 5-7, 7-5 to reach round three.

Copa America Preview: Canada faces tough test in young Venezuela squad

Can Canada continue to impress in their surprising run at Copa America against Venezuela? John Molinaro breaks down all you need to know about Canada’s quarterfinal match.

Wimbledon order of play for Day 5 with Emma Raducanu in third-round action

The British star faces a huge match.

Daniela Hantuchova: Musician, model and tennis star

Rio Ferdinand threatens to leave Euro 2024 if Gareth Southgate drops England star

'I'm walking back from Germany!'

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. on playing with the Blue Jays: 'I don’t want to leave. I want to stay here all my life'

When is this team going to get off their butts and re-sign Vladimir Guerrero Jr.? On Thursday evening, Guerrero Jr. was asked once again about his future with the Toronto Blue Jays, according to TSN’s Scott Mitchell.

Annie Kunz: American heptathlon star to miss Paris Olympics

Treliving Wants Robertson to Stay: But, Should That Really Matter?

Toronto Maple Leafs GM Brad Treliving recently addressed the media regarding the state of his forward core at the outset of free agency and rumors surrounding Nick Robertson.

Worst contracts signed in 2024 NHL free agency so far

This year’s edition of the mad scramble to waste salary-cap space had some doozies.

Instant Analysis: Canadiens Bank On Growth In Slafkovsky Deal

The Montreal Canadiens have announced they have signed forward Juraj Slafkovsky to an eight-year contract extension. The deal will carry an annual average value (AAV) of $7.6 million per season, and will last until 2032-33.

Alan Shearer makes Euro 2024 quarter-final predictions including England v Switzerland

The ex-England striker has had his say ahead of this weekend's mouth-watering set of fixtures in Germany.

After finding his game in Florida, Ekman-Larsson ready to help Maple Leafs

Fresh off a Stanley Cup victory with the Florida Panthers, Oliver Ekman-Larsson is already excited for his next challenge, writes Emily Sadler.

Jude Bellingham avoids an immediate ban at Euro 2024 over offensive gesture but gets fined

DUESSELDORF, Germany (AP) — Jude Bellingham has avoided an immediate ban after the England midfielder appeared to make an offensive gesture in his team's win over Slovakia at Euro 2024.

Flames Should Offer Sheet Oilers’ Holloway or Broberg

The Calgary Flames and Edmonton Oilers are in about as polar opposite positions as two NHL franchises can be. The Flames are in the early stages of a retool, or what many believe is a full rebuild, while the Oilers are coming off of a Game 7 loss in the Stanley Cup Final and will be every bit as competitive this season.

JETS NOTEBOOK: No McGroarty red flags, Roy says; Lambert ready for youth movement

There was a Rutger McGroarty sighting on Thursday, if only a digital one. He even liked something the Winnipeg Jets did. We’ve only heard of an apparent discontent between the disgruntled prospect and the club for the past few weeks, and we haven’t heard a peep from the Nebraskan himself. But an Instagram post by the Jets showcasing the double signing of forward Mason Shaw and defenceman Haydn Fleury, two depth additions, earned a quick click...

Khem Birch 'didn't think I was ever coming back' now he's aiming for Olympics

After so many years of trying to get Canada back to the Olympics, Khem Birch thought injuries had cruelly robbed him of the chance to represent his country. Birch, who first played for Canada’s youth team in 2010 before also competing in FIBA Olympic qualifying in Manila in 2016 and in World Cup qualifying in Asia and then the World Cup in 2019 (as one of only two NBA players willing to suit up for the country that year) in China, carved out a...

Novak Djokovic breaks Wimbledon 'Golden Rule' but clarifies he was given the 'thumbs up' to stray away from strict policy

Novak Djokovic made a triumphant return to tennis this week at Wimbledon. However the seven-time champion broke Wimbledon's golden rule in his opening round game.

Where to watch Canada vs. Venezuela live stream, TV channel, lineups, prediction for Copa America 2024 quarterfinal

Two surprise stories at the 2024 Copa America will battle for a place in the semifinals as Venezuela and Canada square off at AT&T Stadium on Friday. The Sporting News covers the latest team news, lineups, and key details regarding where to watch this match across major territories.

Kiefer Sherwood was a hit against the Canucks in the playoffs, and now he can make hits for them

With dozens of contracts and more than a billion dollars thrown around on Free Agent Frenzy 2024, not everyone signed could be a household name. And that would be true of new Vancouver Canuck skater Kiefer Sherwood, signed to a two-year, $1.5 million AAV contract on Monday… …except that this is a name that Vancouver and its fans already know well.

Canucks begin new era in prospect development with Manny Malhotra at the helm

The Abbotsford Canucks are ushering in a new chapter for the 2024-25 season, signalling a fresh direction from both coaching and player standpoints. After two years of service, Jeremy Colliton has left the Abbotsford Canucks to pursue new opportunities as an assistant coach with the New Jersey Devils.

Wozniacki saves 2 match points in victory over Fernandez at Wimbledon

Former world No. 1 Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark defeats Leylah Fernandez of Laval, Que., 6-3, 2-6, 7-5 in the second round of Wimbledon.

How six words from Aussie tennis star Alex De Minaur rescued his girlfriend Katie Boulter after she crashed out of Wimbledon

British tennis star Katie Boulter has praised Alex de Minaur for lifting her spirits following her heartbreaking defeat in the second round of Wimbledon against compatriot Harriet Dart.

Canada’s Tajon Buchanan says surgery on broken tibia was success

Tajon Buchanan has rejoined his teammates and shared a message to fans after breaking his tibia earlier this week.

The best 5 x 5 offensive teams in the NHL’s salary cap era

Last year, the Edmonton Oilers scored the third most 5×5 goals in the NHL with 193. With the additions of Jeff Skinner and Viktor Arvidsson, many wonder if the Oilers will be even more potent at 5×5.

Gasly set for British GP grid penalty

Alpine is handing Pierre Gasly an all-new Formula 1 power unit, exceeding his 2024 allowance.

Olympic qualifying roundup: Doncic-led Slovenia head to semis, Greece awaits

Luka Doncic and Slovenia still have Olympic hopes. And so does the Philippines, much to its own surprise.

Grading Derrick Jones Jr.’s eye-opening contract with the Los Angeles Clippers

Canucks Signing Jake DeBrusk Is a Good Move

The Vancouver Canucks’ biggest signing of free agency this week was inking former Boston Bruins forward Jake DeBrusk to a five-year contract with an average annual value of $5.5 million.

Copa America Takeaways: Argentina must refocus after Ecuador scare

Argentina advanced to the 2024 Copa América semifinals in a dramatic shootout win over Ecuador.

Alexis Mac Allister 'purchases a former Liverpool boss' stunning new £3.9m five-bedroom home - complete with a home gym - in a cut-price deal'

While the Argentine prepares to move in, another familiar face to Liverpool fans will be rejoicing that the sale has finally been completed.

Roger Federer makes first appearance at this year's Wimbledon to pay tribute to Andy Murray, Madison Keys takes a pop at the crowd - and BBC make Novak Djokovic blunder: COURT REPORT

JAMES SHARPE AT WIMBLEDON: Murray and his brother Jamie were beaten by Rinky Hijikata and John Peers in the men's doubles before a series of tributes were paid to the two-time champion.

Blue Jays’ John Schneider among MLB’s most-liked managers, according to survey

This season hasn’t gone as planned for the Toronto Blue Jays, as the team owns a 39-47 record following a 9-2 loss to the Houston Astros on Wednesday and sits dead last in the American League East standings, well out of a playoff spot.

Report: Adam Henrique opted to re-sign with the Oilers after turning down the Lightning and Jets

Adam Henrique got a personal call from Lightning coach Jon Cooper to recruit his service but the forward opted to stay in Edmonton. That is what TSN’s Darren Dreger reported during a recent episode of The Ray and Dregs Hockey Podcast in which it was revealed how close the Oilers were to losing one of their trade deadline acquisitions.

How being an alternate at the Olympics lit a fire under my butt

Ottawa sprinter Lauren Gale is headed to the Paris Olympics next month, where she will run the 400-metres and likely the 4×400-metre relay. This won’t be the first time the 24-year-old has travelled to the Games on the national team — but it will be her first time competing. Three years ago, Gale flew to Tokyo as an athlete who could be picked to run a leg of the women’s 4x400m relay team, but was ultimately an alternate and watched from the...

Instant Reaction: Blue Jays fell in the series finale to the Astros to go nine games under .500

What a disaster of a season this has turned into. On Thursday, the Blue Jays played the fourth and final game against the Astros this season, falling 5-3 to bring their record to 39-48.

Hurdling adversity, Bombers' Clercius basks in first CFL start

He’ll throw up before the game, like he always does. When he comes out of the tunnel to see some 30,000 fans in the stands, he’ll give himself a little pep talk, as usual. But it’s right after hearing O Canada on Friday that Blue Bombers receiver Kevens Clercius will talk to the two people who can’t be in the crowd but who’ll be watching from on high: His mother and his best friend, who died within three months of each other 10 years ago. “It...

Ethan Mbappe follows in the footsteps of superstar brother Kylian, as he leaves Paris Saint-Germain in favour of a new Ligue 1 club

Kylian Mbappe's younger brother Ethan has followed in the footsteps of his brother and left Paris Saint-Germain, after signing for a new club.

Maple Leafs are taking a risky approach to solving their goaltending depth

Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Brad Treliving has been busy so far this offseason, securing some goaltending depth for next season and beyond. Anthony Stolarz and Joseph Woll are locked up on multi-year contracts and veteran Matt Murray is returning to Toronto next season.

32 Best Euros images

Featuring fans, players, celebrations and more, a selection of the best images from the European Championship...

Scout’s Analysis: Who are the top prospects for the 2025 NHL Draft?

With the 2024 NHL Draft in the books, scout Jason Bukala takes a quick look ahead to 2025, and five prospects who are among the top of the class at this (very) early point.

Full-circle moment for Jets prospect Alfons Freij

One of the first things that Alfons Freij did as a member of the Winnipeg Jets was make Jimmy Roy feel old. Roy, the team’s director of player development, was making the rounds at the NHL Draft in Vegas last weekend after the Jets took the Swedish defenceman in the second round when he was shown a picture from 2015. “Doesn’t seem like that long ago, but it made me feel really old to see a kid (in the picture), and then he’s up here (at the...

Lionel Messi MISSES his penalty but Argentina still reach Copa America semifinals as world champions survive a nervy shootout to beat Ecuador in Houston

It took longer than Argentina may have hoped, but advancement came for them nonetheless in a tight affair against Ecuador.

Roughriders extend win streak to four in a row to start CFL season

REGINA — For the first time since 2013, the Saskatchewan Roughriders are 4-0 to start a CFL season.