National Sports

Mutual interest to get contract done quickly led to Ray signing with Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays were eager to shore up their rotation after losing some pitchers to free agency. Robbie Ray was keen to return on a short-term deal. The timing worked for all involved.

Nov 10, 2020 12:33 PM Read more >

Canadian tennis star Bianca Andreescu plans to return for Australian swing

Canadian tennis star Bianca Andreescu is planning to make her long-awaited return to the WTA Tour this January in Australia. The 20-year-old from Mississauga, Ont.

Nov 10, 2020 9:46 AM Read more >

James Duthie shares some of hockey's greatest untold stories in 'Beauties'

James Duthie faced a big problem. After conducting dozens of interviews for a compilation of hockey stories — most of them previously known to only a select few — the award-winning broadcaster was stuck. The book needed a name.

Nov 10, 2020 9:20 AM Read more >

Canadian boxer Tammara Thibeault has Pan Am bronze upgraded to silver

The Lima Pan Am Games served as an important learning experience for Canadian boxer Tammara Thibeault regardless of her medal's colour. She's still grateful and surprised to be getting an upgrade.

Nov 10, 2020 9:01 AM Read more >

Canadian Justin Kripps delays start of World Cup season until 2021

Canadian bobsled pilot Justin Kripps has delayed the start of his World Cup season until 2021. The Olympic champion from Summerland, B.C.

Nov 9, 2020 9:01 PM Read more >

Canadian international Cindy Nelles named to New Zealand Barbarians rugby squad

Canadian rugby international Cindy Nelles has been named to the New Zealand Barbarians squad to face the New Zealand women later this month. Nelles is currently working in New Zealand and playing rugby for Canterbury.

Nov 9, 2020 6:25 PM Read more >

Already active on free agent front, Jays GM Atkins may look to add another starter

The Toronto Blue Jays were the first team to strike on the free-agent front this off-season. Productive interactions at this week's general manager meetings could set them up for some potential trades too.

Nov 9, 2020 5:43 PM Read more >

MLS playoff schedule set; Montreal Impact face New England Revolution Nov. 20

The Audi MLS Cup playoffs are set. Major League Soccer confirmed its playoff schedule on Monday, starting with two play-in matches to set up Round 1 that opens Nov. 21. The No. 9 seed Montreal Impact play the No.

Nov 9, 2020 5:38 PM Read more >

Moguls king Mikael Kingsbury ready for a season of twists and turns

Mikael Kingsbury is prepared for a moguls season that's subject to change. The reigning Olympic and world champion's goal in 2020-21 is continued international domination, if a season can go ahead amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Nov 9, 2020 4:32 PM Read more >

"Resilient spirit" among Canada's women's basketball players amid pandemic

Living within the strict boundaries of the WNBA bubble in Florida took a toll on Natalie Achonwa's mental and emotional well-being.

Nov 9, 2020 3:20 PM Read more >