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Oilers cancel practice after defenceman Cody Ceci placed in COVID protocol

Oilers cancel practice after defenceman Cody Ceci placed in COVID protocol

Edmonton Oilers defenceman Cody Ceci has been placed in COVID-19 protocol. The team said it cancelled practice Tuesday for "precautionary reasons." The Oilers were not the only team with a member entering COVID-19 protocol.
Tennis star Bianca Andreescu pens kids' book about tennis, meditation

Tennis star Bianca Andreescu pens kids' book about tennis, meditation

TORONTO — Tennis star Bianca Andreescu has penned a children's book about tennis, meditation and perseverance. Andreescu says she wanted to create a story that can help kids support their mental health when they face challenges.
Former Toronto FC defender Justin Morrow wins MLS humanitarian award

Former Toronto FC defender Justin Morrow wins MLS humanitarian award

TORONTO — Former Toronto FC defender Justin Morrow has been named the 2021 MLS Works Humanitarian of the Year.
Mikael Backlund lifts Flames to 2-1 shooutout victory over Penguins

Mikael Backlund lifts Flames to 2-1 shooutout victory over Penguins

CALGARY — Mikeal Backlund wasn't happy with himself after his penalty in the third period cost his Calgary Flames the lead, but he made up for it.
Washington beats Wilson, Seahawks 17-15 for 3rd win in a row

Washington beats Wilson, Seahawks 17-15 for 3rd win in a row

LANDOVER, Md. (AP) — Kendall Fuller intercepted Russell Wilson's pass on a last-minute 2-point conversion attempt, and Washington held on to beat the Seattle Seahawks 17-15 Monday night for the team's third consecutive victory.
Conor Garland helps Canucks top Habs 2-1 to snap four-game losing skid

Conor Garland helps Canucks top Habs 2-1 to snap four-game losing skid

MONTREAL — The Montreal Canadiens and Vancouver Canucks had abysmal starts to their season. Monday night, the Canucks had the upper hand.
Karel Vejmelka has 46-save shutout as Coyotes upset Jets 1-0

Karel Vejmelka has 46-save shutout as Coyotes upset Jets 1-0

WINNIPEG — The Winnipeg Jets struggles continued, this time against a rookie goaltender. Unheralded Karel Vejmelka made 46 saves to record his first NHL shutout as the Arizona Coyotes clipped Winnipeg 1-0 on Monday.
Wiltjer leads Canada past Bahamas 113-77 in FIBA World Cup qualifying match

Wiltjer leads Canada past Bahamas 113-77 in FIBA World Cup qualifying match

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic — Canada's men's basketball team is leaving the Dominican Republic with two key wins in the Americas region qualifying tournament for the FIBA World Cup.
Sting of overtime playoff ouster lingers for Calgary Stampeders

Sting of overtime playoff ouster lingers for Calgary Stampeders

CALGARY — The Calgary Stampeders capped an uphill season with a valiant, but messy effort in a playoff exit. A healthier quarterback and more roster continuity is their goal for 2022. "Nothing was easy.
Travel restrictions amid Omicron variant force cancellation of Winter Universiade

Travel restrictions amid Omicron variant force cancellation of Winter Universiade

More than 100 Canadian university athletes competing in the Winter Universiade were days away from boarding their flights to Switzerland. The curling teams were scheduled to travel first, later this week. The hockey teams were next.
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