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Defenceman Wade Redden joins Ottawa Senators Ring of Honour

Defenceman Wade Redden joins Ottawa Senators Ring of Honour

OTTAWA — Wade Redden was a mainstay on the Ottawa Senators blue line for 11 years and for his efforts the fan favourite is the first player to be inducted into the team's Ring of Honour.
Former CFL head coach John Gregory dies at the age of 84

Former CFL head coach John Gregory dies at the age of 84

TORONTO — John Gregory, who guided the Saskatchewan Roughriders to their second Grey Cup title in 1989, has died. He was 84. The cause of death wasn't immediately known.
Bedard, Wright headline Canada's roster for world junior hockey championships

Bedard, Wright headline Canada's roster for world junior hockey championships

Connor Bedard and Shane Wright headline Canada's roster for the upcoming world junior hockey championship.
Veteran midfielder Jonathan Osorio signs new three-year contract to stay in Toronto

Veteran midfielder Jonathan Osorio signs new three-year contract to stay in Toronto

TORONTO — Veteran midfielder Jonathan Osorio has elected to stay in Toronto, rather than test the waters abroad.
Reports: Blue Jays agree to deal with right-hander Chris Bassitt pending physical

Reports: Blue Jays agree to deal with right-hander Chris Bassitt pending physical

TORONTO — The Toronto Blue Jays have agreed to a deal with right-hander Chris Bassitt pending a physical, according to multiple media reports. ESPN's Jeff Passan reported the deal to be worth US$63 million over three years.
Stampeders' head coach Dave Dickenson adds GM to his job, Hufnagel still president

Stampeders' head coach Dave Dickenson adds GM to his job, Hufnagel still president

CALGARY — The Calgary Stampeders' management succession plan continued with the CFL club adding general manager to head coach Dave Dickenson's duties.
Federal government commits $2.4 million in crisis money to athletes' mental health

Federal government commits $2.4 million in crisis money to athletes' mental health

Canada's sports minister has committed $2.4 million in crisis funding for athletes' mental health.
Cassie Campbell-Pascall among nominees for Hockey Canada's new board of directors

Cassie Campbell-Pascall among nominees for Hockey Canada's new board of directors

Hockey Canada's new leadership is on course to include a two-time Olympic gold medallist.
Lindgren, Thompson, Nylander named NHL's three stars of the week

Lindgren, Thompson, Nylander named NHL's three stars of the week

NEW YORK — Washington Capitals goaltender Charlie Lindgren, Buffalo Sabres centre Tage Thompson and Toronto Maple Leafs right-winger William Nylander have been named the NHL’s three stars of the week.
Pelé's health improves, but he remains in hospital

Pelé's health improves, but he remains in hospital

RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Brazilian soccer great Pelé is doing better after having been hospitalized to treat a respiratory infection aggravated by COVID-19, doctors at the Albert Einstein hospital said Monday. Pelé has been in hospital since Nov.