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Leafs captain Tavares named ambassador for Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corp.'s Proline

Toronto Maple Leafs captain John Tavares has been named the ambassador for the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corp.'s Proline online sports betting brand, the company announced Wednesday.
Williams named Canada's coach for upcoming world junior hockey championship

Williams named Canada's coach for upcoming world junior hockey championship

CALGARY — Dennis Williams, who helped Canada win the gold medal at the 2022 world junior hockey championship as an assistant coach, will lead the staff for the upcoming 2023 tournament.
Defending-champion Blue Bombers providing big challenge for B.C. Lions

Defending-champion Blue Bombers providing big challenge for B.C. Lions

There's a big obstacle standing in the way of Nathan Rourke leading the B.C. Lions to their first Grey Cup appearance since 2011. Rourke and Co. are at IG Field on Sunday to face Winnipeg in the West Division final.
Back from Russia, Chery ready to help Canada qualify for FIBA World Cup

Back from Russia, Chery ready to help Canada qualify for FIBA World Cup

EDMONTON — Guard Kenny Chery is training with his Canadian national teammates, getting ready to face Venezuela and Panama in FIBA World Cup qualifiers. But about nine months ago, he was a world away from Edmonton. He was trying to get out of Russia.
Meyer-Crothers hasn't seen proof that NHL prospect Miller has changed his ways

Meyer-Crothers hasn't seen proof that NHL prospect Miller has changed his ways

Isaiah Meyer-Crothers, the victim of racist bullying by Mitchell Miller, says he hasn't seen proof that the NHL prospect has changed his ways.
Canadian Elite Basketball League announces expansion to Winnipeg

Canadian Elite Basketball League announces expansion to Winnipeg

WINNIPEG — The Canadian Elite Basketball League says it is expanding to Winnipeg for the 2023 season. Winnipeg will be the league's fifth expansion since it launched in 2019 with six teams.
Toronto Arrows re-sign New Zealand-born prop Lolani Faleiva for 2023 MLR season

Toronto Arrows re-sign New Zealand-born prop Lolani Faleiva for 2023 MLR season

TORONTO — One day after re-signing Isaac Salmon, the Toronto Arrows have brought fellow prop Lolani Faleiva back for the 2023 MLR season.
Family first: Winnipeg Blue Bombers' success story built on caring culture

Family first: Winnipeg Blue Bombers' success story built on caring culture

WINNIPEG — It was 2016 and Jermarcus Hardrick was rushing to the airport to catch a flight. The Winnipeg Blue Bombers were heading to Vancouver for a CFL playoff game against the B.C.
Big bet a bust in bid to allow sports gambling in California

Big bet a bust in bid to allow sports gambling in California

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The most expensive ballot proposition gamble in U.S. history went bust Tuesday as California voters overwhelmingly rejected sports betting initiatives by Native American tribes and the gaming industry.

WHL roundup: Rebels lose first of season to equally hot ICE

WINNIPEG — Billed as a matchup of the Western Hockey League's top heavyweights, the Winnipeg ICE knocked off the Red Deer Rebels 3-1 on Tuesday night at Wayne Fleming Arena. The Rebels, entering the game listed No.