The Associated PressGraham Dunbar GENEVA—The International Olympic Committee is in talks with insurers over being compensated for the postponed Tokyo Games. An “open discussion” is under way with insurance brokers, the IOC’s Olympic Games operations director Pierre Ducrey said Thursday. The aim is “to try and find the right level […]
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The Associated PressJames Ellingworth DUSSELDORF, Germany — An investigation into the International Weightlifting Federation has found doping coverups and millions of dollars in missing money, lead investigator Richard McLaren said Thursday. McLaren said 40 positive doping tests were “hidden” in IWF records and that athletes whose cases were delayed or […]
The Associated PressStephen Whyno Nick Foligno watches Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine’s coronavirus briefings and appreciates the value of the information. It is part of the reason the Columbus captain supports NHL players undergoing daily testing if the season resumes. “Testing is a must because it’s the only way you’re going […]
The Canadian PressDan Ralph Jordan Williams isn’t allowing the COVID-19 pandemic dampen his enthusiasm of starting his pro football career with the B.C. Lions. The six-foot, 232-pound linebacker was the first player taken in last month’s CFL draft. Under normal circumstances, Williams would currently be in training camp learning the […]
The Associated PressSteven Wine Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross says he’s confident the NFL will play in 2020, with or without spectators. I think there definitely will be a football season this year,” Ross said Tuesday during an interview on CNBC. “The real question is will there be fans in […]
The Canadian Press TORONTO — Raptors Uprising GC point guard Kenneth (Kenny Got Work) Hailey has been named player of the week in the NBA 2K League for the second time in three weeks. The 30-year-old from Memphis won Week 3 honours in the esports league after averaging 34.3 points, […]
The Associated PressStephen WhynoJohn Wawrow Young and single, Thatcher Demko has plenty of time on his hands, with little to do. Quarantining to play hockey wouldn’t be a problem for the Vancouver Canucks goalie. “I don’t have too many roots,” the 24-year-old said. “I’ve been living pretty much out of […]
The Canadian PressJoshua Clipperton TORONTO — The NHL is hoping to move to Phase 2 of its return-to-play protocol, including the opening of practice facilities and allowing small group workouts, early next month. The league, which was forced to pause its season March 12 because of the COVID-19 pandemic, released […]
The Associated Press CHICAGO—Lydia Wahlke has resigned as chief legal officer of the U.S. Soccer Federation, two months after she was placed on administrative leave. The federation announced her departure in a note to staff Thursday and said she will be a consultant through Sept. 15. Wahlke was put on […]
The Associated PressBy Paul Newberry ATLANTA — With an eye toward getting back on the field during a pandemic, the NFL is working on a helmet face guard that might provide the same sort of protection as a surgical mask. Atlanta Falcons president Rich McKay, who heads up the league’s […]
The Canadian PressJulian McKenzie MONTREAL — There are two black hockey bags sitting in the office of Mike Baumgartner’s home, and he wonders if they will be used again. Minor hockey associations across Canada have had to cut their seasons due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and many of them are […]
The Associated PressStephen Whyno The NFL’s successful virtual draft and uncertainty surrounding the resumption of hockey this season have raised the possibility of an NHL draft held before the Stanley Cup Final. After postponing its draft scheduled for June 26-27 in light of the coronavirus pandemic, the NHL is considering […]
