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Ahmed races to fast 1,500 less than two weeks after Canadian-record 5,000 run

Ahmed races to fast 1,500 less than two weeks after Canadian-record 5,000 run

PORTLAND, Ore. — Canada's Moh Ahmed raced to another blistering time Tuesday night, and proved he's not just a world-class long-distance runner. In what was a virtual sprint for the 5,000 and 10,000-metre specialist, the 29-year-old from St.
Toronto FC ties New England 0-0, advances at MLS is Back Tournament

Toronto FC ties New England 0-0, advances at MLS is Back Tournament

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — Toronto FC has made it to the round of 16 at the MLS is Back tournament, wrapping up a challenging first round with a 0-0 tie with the New England Revolution. That result assured Toronto of moving on.
Derek Fisher clubs two homers, leading Blue Jays to win over Red Sox

Derek Fisher clubs two homers, leading Blue Jays to win over Red Sox

BOSTON — Blue Jays outfielder Derek Fisher hit two home runs as Toronto rallied for an 8-6 win over the Boston Red Sox in the exhibition opener for both teams on Tuesday.
Blue Jays OF says team may play in Pittsburgh or Baltimore

Blue Jays OF says team may play in Pittsburgh or Baltimore

TORONTO — The Blue Jays’ front office has told its players that Pittsburgh and Baltimore are possibilities for where the team will hold home games this year after Canada’s government barred the club from playing in Toronto amid the coronavirus pandem
Canada Ravens to face England at Anfield at 2021 Rugby League World Cup

Canada Ravens to face England at Anfield at 2021 Rugby League World Cup

Canada's women will take on England at Anfield, the storied home of English Premier League champion Liverpool, at next year's Rugby League World Cup. The fifth-ranked Canada Ravens open the tournament Nov. 9, 2021, against No.
CFL's Edmonton Eskimos will search for new name

CFL's Edmonton Eskimos will search for new name

The Edmonton Eskimos are no longer in the CFL. The franchise announced Tuesday it's discontinuing the Eskimos name. It follows a similar decision by the NFL's Washington team as pressure mounts on teams to eliminate racist or stereotypical names.
Leafs captain Tavares says players getting 'comfortable with being uncomfortable'

Leafs captain Tavares says players getting 'comfortable with being uncomfortable'

Toronto Maple Leafs captain John Tavares says players are getting "comfortable with being uncomfortable" as Phase 4 of the NHL's return-to-play plan approaches.
Whitecaps move into 'Freddy Krueger' mode as they try to adjust body clocks

Whitecaps move into 'Freddy Krueger' mode as they try to adjust body clocks

The Vancouver Whitecaps have moved into Freddy Krueger mode at the MLS is Back Tournament. After losing to Seattle on Sunday in a 10:30 p.m. ET start, the Whitecaps are changing their schedule ahead of a 9 a.m.
Winnipeg set to become CFL hub city if league has 2020 season

Winnipeg set to become CFL hub city if league has 2020 season

TORONTO — Winnipeg will be the hub city for the CFL's shortened 2020 season if the league reaches several goals. The CFL chose Winnipeg over bids from Calgary and Saskatchewan on Tuesday.
Max Domi says delay in return to Canadiens necessary to feel comfortable

Max Domi says delay in return to Canadiens necessary to feel comfortable

MONTREAL — Max Domi returned to the Montreal Canadiens when he was satisfied the risk to himself was manageable. The 25-year-old has both Type 1 diabetes and celiac disease, which could be complicating conditions if he contracted the COVID-19 virus.