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First Canada senior call-up a real homecoming for teenage defender Jamie Knight-Lebel

First Canada senior call-up a real homecoming for teenage defender Jamie Knight-Lebel

TORONTO — Jamie Knight-Lebel's first Canada senior call-up has proved to be a real homecoming. Knight-Lebel was five when his family moved from Montreal to England, where he now plays his club football for Crewe Alexandra on loan from Bristol City.

Ruth Chepngetich of Kenya smashes world record by nearly 2 minutes at Chicago Marathon

CHICAGO (AP) — Ruth Chepngetich of Kenya smashed the world record by nearly two minutes at the Chicago Marathon on Sunday, winning in 2:09:56.
'Big Spender' is the theme music for MLB final four as high-payroll Mets, Yankees, Dodgers reach LCS

'Big Spender' is the theme music for MLB final four as high-payroll Mets, Yankees, Dodgers reach LCS

NEW YORK (AP) — “Big Spender” is the theme music for baseball’s final four. The New York Mets, New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers are in the League Championship Series with the sport’s top three payrolls, joined by Cleveland at No. 23.
Return of Teravainen has been money for Blackhawks

Return of Teravainen has been money for Blackhawks

EDMONTON — Teuvo Teravainen has fitted the Chicago Blackhawks to a T in his return to the NHL club that originally drafted him.
Canadiens getting big efforts from 'smaller' players

Canadiens getting big efforts from 'smaller' players

MONTREAL — Martin St. Louis faced years of rejection before the Tampa Bay Lightning took a chance on him and opened the door for what became a Hall of Fame career. The 5-foot-8 St.
Under-the-microscope Mitch Marner moves into seventh Leafs' all-time scoring list

Under-the-microscope Mitch Marner moves into seventh Leafs' all-time scoring list

TORONTO — Mitch Marner's love for the Maple Leafs is no secret. A turbulent, rumour-filled off-season left the star winger's future with the team he grew up supporting in doubt.

Beterbiev beats Bivol to become undisputed light heavyweight champion

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) — Artur Beterbiev beat Dmitry Bivol by a points decision to become the first undisputed light heavyweight champion in the division for more than 20 years.
Jonathan Huberdeau off to strong start for Calgary Flames

Jonathan Huberdeau off to strong start for Calgary Flames

CALGARY — Jonathan Huberdeau did mental and physical work in the off-season in an effort to make his third season as a Calgary Flame his best one yet.
England's women's rugby squad edges Canada 21-12 for WXV title

England's women's rugby squad edges Canada 21-12 for WXV title

VANCOUVER — Canada's women's rugby team appeared poised to do the impossible Saturday — beat England. Midway through the second half of their WXV matchup, Canada's Alex Tessier slipped through England's line, darted up the field and slid in to touch.

WHL roundup: Royals start slow, finish strong to beat Wild 6-3

VICTORIA — The Victoria Royals spotted the Wenatchee Wild an early 2-0 lead before turning on the jets and beating the visitors 6-3 in Western Hockey League action on Saturday at Save-On-Foods Memorial Arena.
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