National Sports

He never played a down in Canada, but it was the CFL that ignited Nate Burleson's football passion. Burleson's father, Al, spent six seasons as a defensive back with the Calgary Stampeders (1976-81), earning league all-star honours in 1978.

DETROIT (AP) — Third baseman Josh Donaldson's unproductive two seasons with the New York Yankees ended Tuesday when the former AL MVP was released. The 37-year-old hit .

The new women's professional hockey league unveiled its name and "Original Six" cities Tuesday, as well as outlining player intake process for its inaugural season.

Toronto FC has loaned midfielder Kosi Thompson on loan to Norwegian top-flight club Lillestrom SK for the remainder of the 2023 Major League Soccer season.

JAKARTA, Indonesia — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had a game-high 27 points and Canada overcame a sluggish first quarter to rout Latvia 101-75 on Tuesday at the FIBA Basketball World Cup.

TORONTO — Another win, another top grade for Canadian Tre Ford. Ford was the CFL's top-ranked quarterback for a second straight week. The native of Niagara Falls, Ont., earned an 89.

MONTREAL — CF Montreal looks for a fourth-straight Major League Soccer win and more momentum in its playoff push when it visits New York City FC on Wednesday.

TORONTO — The Winnipeg Blue Bombers can become the first CFL team to cement a playoff spot this weekend.

Canada has been a feel-good story at the FIBA World Cup, and a good bet for Proline customers. Canada defeated Latvia 101-75 on Tuesday to improve to 3-0 and finish first in Group H.

TORONTO — The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario has banned the use of athletes in the advertising and marketing of internet gaming in Ontario.