The Associated PressBeth Harris LOS ANGELES–Clayton Kershaw put his previous flop behind him and pushed the L.A. Dodgers forward–one victory from a return trip to the World Series. With so much at stake, the three-time Cy Young Award winner bounced back from one of his worst post-season starts with one […]
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The Canadian PressLori Ewing TORONTO–A new superstar, a new head coach, and a victory for the new-look Raptors to open what’s been one of the most-anticipated NBA regular seasons for Toronto in a while. Kawhi Leonard, Toronto’s prized off-season acquisition, had 24 points and 12 rebounds in his first real […]
The Canadian Press TORONTO–Garret Sparks had a lot of thoughts rattling in his head before his first start of the season. He didn’t have a chance to overthink the second. Toronto’s back-up goalie made 33 saves in place of the injured Frederik Andersen, and Kasperi Kapanen, scored twice as the […]
The Associated PressGenaro C. Armas GREEN BAY, Wis.–A pick, a beneficial penalty, and a game-winning kick. Quite a final minute for the Green Bay Packers. Mason Crosby booted a 27-yard field goal as time expired to cap an 81-yard drive set up by Kevin King’s interception with 1:07 left as […]
The Associated PressBeth Harris LOS ANGELES–The Milwaukee Brewers know they can count on their intimidating bullpen to get outs. They may not have been expecting a twice-demoted shortstop to generate so much offence. Jhoulys Chacin combined with four relievers on a five-hitter and Orlando Arcia hit a two-run homer in […]
The Associated PressDave Campbell MINNEAPOLIS–The Minnesota Vikings played a back-to-the-basics game, leaning on Latavius Murray’s powerful legs and a smothering defence that was in prime form. The Arizona Cardinals just couldn’t keep up on either front. Murray helped the Vikings revive their running attack with a career-high 155 yards and […]
The Canadian PressJudy Owen WINNIPEG–Adam Bighill was signed by the Blue Bombers for his leadership and tenacious talents. He delivered big time on Saturday. The veteran linebacker had three quarterback sacks, one forced fumble that led to a touchdown, and eight defensive tackles in Winnipeg’s 31-0 shutout of the Saskatchewan […]
The Associated PressBeth Harris LOS ANGELES–L.A. Dodgers’ manager Dave Roberts came into the post-season willing to let his starters go deeper into games. He has yet to find someone who can stick around. Hyun-Jin Ryu lasted just 4 1/3 innings in Game 2 against the Milwaukee Brewers. Ace Clayton Kershaw […]
The Associated PressJimmy Golen BOSTON–David Price went home a winner in a post-season start for the first time in his career. That, he insisted, is all he ever cared about. “This is bigger than David Price,” he stressed last night. “This isn’t about me. This is about the Boston Red […]
The Associated PressJimmy Golen BOSTON–Alex Cora led Boston to a victory over the hated N.Y. Yankees. Next up for the first-year Red Sox manager: the team he left after winning a World Series as a bench coach last season. “I’ve been talking about them the whole season so now we […]
The Associated PressGenaro C. Armas MILWAUKEE–It sounds, at first, like a long, drawn out “Booooo!” But look at the name on the scoreboard and it becomes apparent what fans at Miller Park are really chanting. “Mooooose!” Mike Moustakas has been a hit with fans and teammates with the Milwaukee Brewers […]
The Canadian PressLisa Wallace OTTAWA–Brady Tkachuk hasn’t had a chance to pick up a present for his mother Chantal’s upcoming birthday, but figures his performance last night might be a start. The rookie forward scored his first NHL goal, finishing with two goals and an assist, as the Ottawa Senators […]
