Blue Jays lose Bichette, but win thriller
TORONTO – Tyler Heineman was still buzzing around the Toronto Blue Jays clubhouse more than 40 minutes after he drove in the winning run in the 10th inning. Heineman hit into a fielder’s choice to plate Myles Straw from third…
Bichette put on 10-day IL with left knee sprain
By John Chidley-Hill The Canadian Press Posted September 9, 2025 4:36 pm 2 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – It’s Ernie Clement and Isiah Kiner-Falefa’s turn to be the next men up on the…
Political world pays tribute to Ken Dryden
The death of Montreal Canadiens legend Ken Dryden resonated in political circles on Saturday where the former NHL great left his mark as a long-standing member of Parliament and former Liberal cabinet minister. The Montreal Canadiens organization announced Dryden’s death…
Political world pays tribute to Ken Dryden, remembered for his public service – National
The death of Montreal Canadiens legend Ken Dryden resonated in political circles on Saturday where the former NHL great left his mark as a long-standing member of Parliament and former Liberal cabinet minister. The Montreal Canadiens organization announced Dryden’s death…
Trump attending the US Open. Any boos may not be seen on TV – National
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump is attending the U.S. Open on Sunday as a guest of Rolex despite imposing steep tariffs on the Swiss watchmaker’s home country and with organizers seeking to keep off-court disruptions — such…
Trump arrives at US Open to cheers and boos, prompts security delay – National
President Donald Trump was greeted with a mix of cheers and boos on his arrival at the U.S. Open final on Sunday, with the majority of the stadium seats empty and match start time delayed due to enhanced security checks….
Felix Auger-Aliassime withdraws from Davis Cup tie in Halifax citing fatigue
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted September 6, 2025 7:11 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Felix Auger-Aliassime has withdrawn from Canada’s upcoming Davis Cup tie due to fatigue after competing in the U.S….
Felix Auger-Aliassime finds positives after US Open semi-final loss to Sinner
Canadian tennis star Felix Auger-Aliassime left the U.S. Open with pride and perspective after a 6-1, 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 semi-final defeat to defending champion Jannik Sinner on Friday, saying only time will tell if he can return to the sport’s…
Blue Jays recall reliever Fisher, option Tate
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted September 5, 2025 3:59 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays recalled right-hander Braydon Fisher from Triple-A Buffalo on Friday,…
Quebec City to host women’s world hockey championship in 2027, world juniors in 2029
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted September 4, 2025 12:35 pm Updated September 4, 2025 12:40 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Quebec City will host the 2027 women’s world hockey championship and co-host the…
Proline bettors ride with Stampeders on Labour Day
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted September 4, 2025 2:00 pm 2 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size The majority of Proline bettors were firmly on the Calgary Stampeders’ bandwagon on Labour Day….
Blue Jays recall left-hander Lucas from minors
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted August 30, 2025 1:38 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays have recalled left-hander Easton Lucas from triple-A Buffalo. Lucas…
Blue Jays claim Kiner-Falefa off waivers
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted August 31, 2025 2:15 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays have claimed infielder infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa off waivers from…
Myles Straw’s career revitalized with Blue Jays
TORONTO – Around this time last year, Myles Straw was considering retiring from professional baseball at the age of 29. He’d spent the entire season up to that point playing for the triple-A Columbus Clippers, the minor-league affiliate of the…
Jays use extra roster spots on Kiner-Falefa, Tate
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted September 1, 2025 11:47 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa and right-hander Dillon Tate will both be active for Monday’s…
New Alberta rules around gender identity and amateur sports take effect
Starting Monday, athletes who wish to play in a female-only sports league may now be asked if they were recorded as female at birth. The province will block transgender athletes from Alberta who are 12 and older from competing in…
Guerrero helps Blue Jays avoid sweep vs. Brewers
Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Vladimir Guerrero Jr. drove in the go-ahead run with a single in the fourth inning and the Toronto Blue Jays held on for an 8-4 win over the Milwaukee Brewers…
Jays back to winning ways ahead of key road trip
TORONTO – A defensive miscue, a couple of choppy hits and it looked like the Toronto Blue Jays were going to let another game slip between their fingers. But reliever Tommy Nance came to the mound with the bases loaded…
Chourio, Yelich lift Brewers over Blue Jays 4-1
Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Jackson Chourio and Christian Yelich had back-to-back home runs in the ninth inning as the Milwaukee Brewers edged the Toronto Blue Jays 4-1 on Saturday afternoon. Isaac Collins added a…
Hoffman’s job as Blue Jays closer safe for now
TORONTO – Jeff Hoffman stood on the mound at Rogers Centre, shaking his head as Christian Yelich rounded the bases. It was the second consecutive home run that Hoffman, the Blue Jays closer, had given up in the ninth inning…
Shane Bieber loves Rogers Centre atmosphere
TORONTO – This is exactly what Shane Bieber hoped for when he was traded to the Toronto Blue Jays. A raucous, sold-out Rogers Centre crowd against a top-flight opponent. It just wasn’t the result he wanted. Bieber gave up two…
Blue Jays shut down Yimi Garcia for season
TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays are losing one of their most reliable relievers but are inching toward the return of one of their biggest off-season acquisitions. Reliever Yimi Garcia will miss the rest of the Blue Jays’ season to…
Barger keys late rally as Jays top Twins 9-8
TORONTO – An old bat was a difference-maker for the Toronto Blue Jays in a wild 9-8 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday night. Ty France sparked an eighth-inning rally with a solo homer and Addison Barger emerged from…
‘Canadian sport has lost its way’ on protecting athletes from abuse: report – National
A new national report on how abuse and maltreatment are handled in sport says “Canadian sport has lost its way” and the federal government needs to act to better protect athletes across the country. The Future of Sport in Canada Commission released…
Barger keys three-run eighth as Jays top Twins 9-8
By Gregory Strong The Canadian Press Posted August 27, 2025 11:58 pm Updated August 27, 2025 11:59 pm 2 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Addison Barger hit a two-run double in Toronto’s three-run…
Clement nursing small hairline fracture in hand
By Gregory Strong The Canadian Press Posted August 27, 2025 6:41 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Toronto Blue Jays utilityman Ernie Clement suffered a “very small” hairline fracture to a small…
Jays closer Hoffman struggles in loss to Twins
TORONTO – The game-tying solo shot stung. The go-ahead homer was a body blow. Blue Jays closer Jeff Hoffman bent over on the mound and rested his hands on his knees as Matt Wallner’s three-run blast cleared the wall for…
Blue Jays to open and close 2026 season at home
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted August 26, 2025 2:24 pm Updated August 26, 2025 2:25 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays will open the…
Jays slugger Guerrero Jr. contributes in return
TORONTO – As designated hitter, Blue Jays slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. eased his way into the lineup Monday in his first start since suffering a left hamstring injury a week ago. He delivered a two-run single in Toronto’s four-run sixth…
Jays slugger Guerrero Jr. back in starting lineup
By Gregory Strong The Canadian Press Posted August 25, 2025 4:50 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Blue Jays slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. returned to the starting lineup Monday against the Minnesota…
Jays recall Schultz, option Fluharty to minors
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted August 24, 2025 11:59 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays have recalled right-hander Paxton Schultz from triple-A Buffalo and…
Kirk’s heroics lift Blue Jays past Rangers 6-5
Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Alejandro Kirk followed a two-run homer in the seventh inning with a game-winning two-run single in the eighth to push the Toronto Blue Jays to a 6-5 comeback win in…
NewsAlert: Webster new Raps head of basketball ops
Bobby Webster has been named the Toronto Raptors’ new head of basketball operations.
Bobby Webster made Raptors’ head of basketball ops
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted August 18, 2025 12:40 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – The Toronto Raptors’ search for a new team president is over. General manager…
Bobby Webster made Raptors’ head of basketball ops
TORONTO – The Toronto Raptors’ search for a new team president is over — they won’t have one. General manager Bobby Webster will have his contract extended and take charge of the NBA franchise’s basketball operations without a change in…
Rangers beat Blue Jays 10-4 to avoid series sweep
Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Solo homers from Alejandro Kirk and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. were the only blemishes in Nathan Eovaldi’s effective seven innings as the Texas Rangers managed a 10-4 win in the series…
Jays face rotation decisions with Bieber healthy
TORONTO – John Schneider has a plan with his starting rotation now that newcomer Shane Bieber is healthy and ready to make his Toronto Blue Jays debut. But moments after his team was routed by the Texas Rangers 10-4 before…
Straw stirs Blue Jays to 14-2 rout of Rangers
By Tim Wharnsby The Canadian Press Posted August 16, 2025 6:24 pm 2 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Myles Straw followed an early three-run homer with a two-run shot for his first career…
Straw picks a fine time to shine for Jays
TORONTO – Myles Straw’s timing to have a career game was perfect. The Toronto Blue Jays outfielder was in the mix to lose his roster spot with the return of George Springer before the Blue Jays throttled the Texas Rangers…
Kirk plays hero, steals first base in Jays’ win
TORONTO – Alejandro Kirk’s late-game heroics resulted in three deafening ovations from the 42,260 inside the Rogers Centre on Friday. The first roar arrived in the seventh inning when the Toronto Blue Jays catcher smacked an opposite-field two-run homer to…
Canada’s Caissie makes debut for Cubs against Jays
TORONTO – After a frenzied travel day, Canadian outfielder Owen Caissie made his big-league debut for the Chicago Cubs on Thursday afternoon at Rogers Centre. Caissie caught a morning flight from Des Moines, Iowa, and arrived at the downtown stadium…
Guerrero Jr., Scherzer lead Blue Jays past Cubs
By Gregory Strong The Canadian Press Posted August 14, 2025 5:20 pm Updated August 14, 2025 5:21 pm 2 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hit a go-ahead two-run homer and…
Jays lead the AL and reinforcements are coming
TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays are the top team in the American League standings and lead the major leagues in several statistical categories. As good as Canada’s lone big-league squad has been this season, the club is set to…
Cubs’ aggressiveness pays off in 4-1 win over Jays
TORONTO – The Chicago Cubs had a clear game plan against Blue Jays starter Kevin Gausman on Wednesday night. Attack his fastball early and often. The aggressiveness paid off as Michael Busch and Matt Shaw hit solo homers in a…
Springer cleared to return, will rehab with Bisons
By Gregory Strong The Canadian Press Posted August 13, 2025 5:22 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Blue Jays slugger George Springer has been cleared to return to game action after suffering…
Clement hits 3-run shot in Jays’ 5-1 win over Cubs
Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Ernie Clement hit a three-run homer and Jose Berrios threw 5 1/3 effective innings as the Toronto Blue Jays kicked off a six-game homestand Tuesday with a 5-1 victory over…
Blue Jays reinstate Gimenez from injured list
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted August 12, 2025 5:52 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays reinstated second baseman Andres Gimenez from the 10-day injured…
Flying High: First-place Blue Jays return home
TORONTO – It was feast or famine for the Toronto Blue Jays on their recent road trip that included a record-breaking beatdown of the Colorado Rockies and a series loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. The first-place team is back…
‘Fully into it’: German soccer legend Thomas Müller signs with Vancouver Whitecaps
Thomas Müller says his skills speak for themselves. The main thing he wants Vancouver Whitecaps supporters to know about his transfer to the Major League Soccer club is that he’s “fully into it.” The Whitecaps pulled off the biggest signing…
The NFL has banned smelling salts. Could Canadian football follow suit?
The National Football League in the United States is banning the use of smelling salts during games, saying the products aren’t proven to be safe and also could mask signs of a concussion. Sniffing the ammonia product is thought to…
Bieber excited to join Jays, return to mound
TORONTO – Shane Bieber hopes to be a popular pitcher for the Toronto Blue Jays down the stretch, but realizes that in his new home, he’ll be the second most famous Bieber after Canadian pop icon Justin Bieber. The Blue…
Canadian teen sensation Victoria Mboko advances to NBO semifinals in Montreal
Two days after ousting top seed Coco Gauff in 62 minutes, there was no letdown for Victoria Mboko — even if she needed to dig a little deeper to keep her dream run alive. The Canadian teenage sensation booked her place in the…
Scherzer solid, Blue Jays double Royals 4-2
By Tim Wharnsby The Canadian Press Posted August 2, 2025 5:59 pm 2 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Max Scherzer allowed just one run over six innings and Davis Schneider’s early two-run bloop…
Jays reinstate all-star catcher Kirk from IL
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted August 3, 2025 1:09 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays have reinstated all-star catcher Alejandro Kirk from the seven-day…
Royals catch fire late to defeat Blue Jays 7-4
Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Kyle Isbel ignited a five-run 10th inning with an RBI double to push the Kansas City Royals to a 7-4 win in the series rubber match against the Toronto Blue…
Blue Jays in search of top form amid struggles
TORONTO – Chris Bassitt is not about to reach for the panic button despite the recent play of the Toronto Blue Jays. The Blue Jays wasted a solid six-inning effort from Bassitt with their sixth loss in eight games, a…
Canada’s McIntosh grabs fourth gold to cap dominant world swimming championships – National
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Canada’s Summer McIntosh capped a dominant world swimming championships with her fourth gold medal on Sunday, winning the women’s 400-metre individual medley in championship-record time. The 18-year-old from Toronto touched in four minutes 25.78 seconds,…
Scherzer shines in shutting down Royals
TORONTO – Max Scherzer delivered a much-needed classy performance for the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday. The 41-year-old Scherzer (2-1) allowed one run over six innings to lift the Blue Jays (65-47) to a 4-2 win against the Kansas City…
Ledecky wins 800-metre freestyle at world swim championship, McIntosh takes bronze
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted August 2, 2025 10:59 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Canada’s Summer McIntosh took the bronze medal in the 800-metre freestyle at the world swim championship in a three-way duel…
Witt, Wacha pace Royals in 9-3 win over Jays
Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Bobby Witt Jr. belted a three-run homer and veteran starter Michael Wacha pitched a three-hitter to lift the Kansas City Royals to a 9-3 win in the opener of a…
Toronto Blue Jays acquire pitchers Bieber, Varland
TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays made a splash on MLB trade deadline day, acquiring right-hander Shane Bieber from the Cleveland Guardians. Cleveland received righty Khal Stephen, a 22-year-old minor-league pitcher ranked the No. 5 prospect in Toronto’s system by…
Toronto Blue Jays acquire pitchers Bieber, Varland
TORONTO – The fit was worth the risk for Toronto Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins. The Blue Jays made a splash on MLB trade deadline day, acquiring right-hander Shane Bieber, a former American League Cy Young winner, from the…
Toronto Blue Jays acquire pitcher Bieber
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted July 31, 2025 10:13 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays have made a splash on MLB trade deadline day,…
Fans paying a premium to see first-place Blue Jays
TORONTO – Heather Gardiner couldn’t give her seats away. The Blue Jays owned a record under .500 back in the spring, and looked poised for another middling campaign with little playoff hope. Things then drastically turned around on the field….
Five things to know about Jay Seranthony Dominguez
Descrease article font size Increase article font size The Toronto Blue Jays made their first move to bolster a bullpen in need of help ahead of Thursday’s Major League Baseball trade deadline, acquiring right-hander Seranthony Dominguez from the Baltimore Orioles…
Jays trade for Dominguez from Orioles
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted July 29, 2025 5:47 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size The Toronto Blue Jays have made their first move ahead of Thursday’s trade deadline. Toronto…
Jays recall lefty Easton Lucas to start vs Orioles
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted July 29, 2025 11:19 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays have recalled left-hander Easton Lucas from triple-A Buffalo. Lucas…
Jays transfer right-hander Francis to 60-day IL
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted July 28, 2025 5:10 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays have transferred starting right-hander Bowden Francis to the 60-day…
Jays place all-star Kirk on seven-day injured list
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted July 27, 2025 12:21 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays have placed all-star catcher Alejandro Kirk on the seven-day…
Summer McIntosh wins first gold medal at worlds in her quest for five – National
For Summer McIntosh of Canada, it’s one gold medal won at the swimming world championships with four to go. McIntosh is aiming to win five gold medals in individual events at the worlds in Singapore, and the first one came Sunday in the…
U.S. politics threaten to complicate Canada’s co-hosting of 2026 World Cup – National
With less than a year to go until the 2026 World Cup, political tensions and U.S. policy threaten to pose problems as Canada, the United States and Mexico prepare to co-host the tournament. Next year’s FIFA World Cup will be…
Blue Jays giving Proline players much to ponder
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted July 23, 2025 3:36 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size The Toronto Blue Jays are giving Proline players plenty to ponder these days. Toronto returned…
Bichette’s two-run shot caps wild Blue Jays’ win
TORONTO – Bo Bichette’s two-run homer capped off a wild vicotry as the Toronto Blue Jays held off the New York Yankees 8-4 on Wednesday. The victory tied the Blue Jays with the Houston Astros for the best record in…
Blue Jays prospect Nimmala locked on the present
VANCOUVER – Arjun Nimmala has learned a lot this year. As the No. 1 prospect for the Toronto Blue Jays, he’s been figuring out what it takes to be a professional athlete while playing shortstop for the team’s High-A affiliate,…
NHL says world junior players acquitted of sex assault ‘ineligible’ to play
The five members of Canada’s 2018 world junior hockey team who were acquitted Thursday of sexual assault are “ineligible” to play in the NHL as it reviews the judge’s findings, the league says. Michael McLeod, Carter Hart, Alex Formenton, Dillon…
Bichette’s two-run shot caps wild Blue Jays’ win
TORONTO – Bo Bichette’s two-run homer capped off a wild victory as the Toronto Blue Jays held off the New York Yankees 8-4 on Wednesday. The victory tied the Blue Jays with the Houston Astros for the best record in…
Old school baseball carries Blue Jays past Yankees
TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays made a strong case for old school baseball in their series win over the long-ball loving New York Yankees. Bo Bichette’s two-run homer capped off a wild victory as Toronto held on for an…
Rice’s late homer lifts Yankees over Blue Jays 5-4
Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Ben Rice’s ninth-inning home run helped the New York Yankees salvage a 5-4 win over the Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday. Jazz Chisholm Jr., had a three-run homer in the…
Max Scherzer blames himself for Blue Jays’ loss
Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Max Scherzer has never been one to make excuses. Scherzer didn’t take the loss on the scorecard when the Toronto Blue Jays dropped a 5-4 decision to the New York…
Raptors to hold training camp in Calgary
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted July 22, 2025 10:29 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – The Toronto Raptors will be holding their training camp at the University of…
Gausman has best stuff in clutch win over Yankees
TORONTO – The first two innings have never been Kevin Gausman’s forte but when he gets off to a quick start he knows it’s going to be a good game. Gausman struck out Trent Grisham and two-time American League MVP…
Olympian Penny Oleksiak faces doping allegations, multi-year ban
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Swim star Penny Oleksiak of Toronto has been notified of an apparent anti-doping rule violation by the International Testing Agency. According to the ITA, Oleksiak committed three whereabouts failures within a 12-month…
Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto: Pato O’Ward wins first Canadian title
Mexico’s Pato O’Ward has always enjoyed the sights and sounds of Toronto, it’s just the IndyCar Series race around Exhibition Place he didn’t like, struggling year after year on the street course. O’Ward finally won the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto…
Reigning champion Colton Herta takes pole at Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto
There will be a couple of familiar faces in the grid’s front row when the green flag drops at the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto on Sunday. Defending champion Colton Herta earned pole position in the only IndyCar Series race outside of the United States. Alex Palou, who has a comfortable lead atop…
Batting depth lifts Jays to 6-3 win over Giants
TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays may have star power, but they’ve had contributions from unsung heroes this season. That happened Saturday afternoon when Toronto’s 7-8-9 hitters accounted for all six runs and went a collective 5-for-10 in the team’s…
Bassitt leads Jays to win in return from break
TORONTO – Chris Bassitt doesn’t mind leaving his comfort zone. So for the third season in a row, the Toronto Blue Jays veteran pitcher volunteered to start in the first game back from the All-Star break. Bassitt (10-4) came through…
Bassitt lifts Blue Jays to 4-0 win over Giants
Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO –Bolstered by a four-run second, Chris Bassitt pitched 6 1/3 shutout innings to lift the Toronto Blue Jays to a series-opening 4-0 win against the San Francisco Giants on Friday. The…
First-place Blue Jays to welcome Giants
By Gregory Strong The Canadian Press Posted July 18, 2025 5:01 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – After a strong performance over the first half of the season, the first-place Toronto Blue…
FIFA’s Vancouver contract could shut out businesses near BC Place
While the FIFA 2026 World Cup is being touted as an economic boon for the City of Vancouver, it may not work out that way for some businesses close to the marquee venue. That’s according to a clause in the…
Jays stars soak up MLB all-star history
Descrease article font size Increase article font size ATLANTA – Toronto Blue Jays Vladimir Guerrero Junior and Alejandro Kirk were a part of Major League Baseball All-Star Game history on Tuesday night at Truist Park. Tied 6-6 after nine innings,…
Blue Jays riding high atop AL East standings
TORONTO – With 55 victories and a two-game cushion atop the American League East, the Toronto Blue Jays are on track for a worst-to-first rebound this season. The team has had significant contributions from unexpected sources while some big names…
FIFA may need to rethink World Cup calendar due to climate change: experts – National
Soccer had a fierce reckoning with heat at the recently concluded FIFA Club World Cup in the United States — a sweltering preview of what players and fans may face when the U.S. co-hosts the World Cup with Mexico and…
Scottie Scheffler, No. 1 golfer, says winning is ‘not a fulfilling life’ – National
Scottie Scheffler might be the best golfer in the world, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that golf brings him deep contentment. Scheffler, the No. 1 golfer in the world who’s on the brink of a tournament that could eventually lead…
Guerrero, Kirk represent Toronto at all-star game
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted July 15, 2025 5:01 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size ATLANTA – Toronto Blue Jays slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. will start at first base and…
Longtime Blue Jays pitcher Jim Clancy dead at 69
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted July 14, 2025 5:11 pm 2 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Jim Clancy, who made his Major League debut during the Toronto Blue Jays’…
Blue Jays draft SS JoJo Parker with eighth pick
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted July 13, 2025 7:05 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size ATLANTA – The Toronto Blue Jays selected shortstop JoJo Parker eighth overall in the first…
Celebrity basketball game headlines ARC World
ARC World may be a celebration of Asian culture, but organizer Clement Chu hopes that people from all backgrounds come and enjoy the one-day festival in downtown Toronto. Food, shops, music and speakers will all be featured at Toronto Metropolitan…
Toronto Raptors sign Martin to two-way contract
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted July 10, 2025 1:11 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – The Toronto Raptors have signed Alijah Martin to a two-way contract, the NBA…
Toronto Raptors sign Martin to two-way contract
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted July 10, 2025 5:06 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – The Toronto Raptors continued to flesh out their roster by signing Alijah Martin…
Bo Bichette leads Blue Jays to eighth straight win
Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Bo Bichette homered and scored the deciding run as the Toronto Blue Jays continued their winning ways with a 3-2 win against the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday. Davis Schneider…
Blue Jays catcher Kirk named to all-star game
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted July 6, 2025 5:48 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Alejandro Kirk will be joining Toronto Blue Jays teammate Vladimir Guerrero Jr. at…
Raptors sign centre Poeltl to multiyear extension
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted July 8, 2025 11:46 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – The Toronto Raptors have signed centre Jakob Poeltl to a multiyear contract extension,…
Raptors sign centre Poeltl to multiyear extension
TORONTO – The glue of the Toronto Raptors is sticking around for another four years. Jakob Poeltl and the Raptors announced on Tuesday that the centre had signed a multiyear contract extension. Financial details were not disclosed, but multiple outlets…
Blue Jays’ rise to first, broken down by numbers
The Toronto Blue Jays have turned their season around with a scorching-hot stretch. On May 28, the Blue Jays were under .500 and trailed the New York Yankees by eight games for first in the American League East. A little…
Blue Jays’ Springer named AL player of the week
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted July 7, 2025 4:45 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size NEW YORK – Toronto outfielder/designated hitter George Springer has been named the American League player…
Blue Jays catcher Kirk named to all-star game
TORONTO – Alejandro Kirk didn’t want to make any assumptions about being named to the American League roster for next week’s All-Star Game in Atlanta. The Toronto Blue Jays catcher found out in the clubhouse during a hitter’s meeting before…
Next Up: Different Blue Jays helping Toronto win
TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays aren’t just celebrating their season-high eight-game win streak, they’re celebrating how they’ve done it. Joey Loperfido delivered a key run-producing hit and reliever Ryan Burr registered the win in Toronto’s 3-2 victory over the…
Barger, Blue Jays top Angels 4-3 in 11 innings
Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Addison Barger’s hard-hit single into right field gave the Toronto Blue Jays a walk-off 4-3 win in 11 innings against the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday. Barger’s two-out smash off…
Jays’ depth contributing to hot streak
TORONTO – Neither Addison Barger nor relievers Lazaro Estrada and Braydon Fisher were on the Toronto Blue Jays’ 26-player opening day roster. But all three played significant roles in the Blue Jays’ 4-3 extra-inning victory against the Los Angeles Angels…
Jays rely on each other to get the job done
TORONTO – After an emotional four-game sweep of the visiting New York Yankees, the Toronto Blue Jays could have easily experienced the old hangover effect. But instead of a letdown, the Blue Jays (50-38) pulled out a thrilling 4-3 win…
Blue Jays top prospect Arjun Nimmala making waves and history in Vancouver
Under the lights at Vancouver, B.C.’s Nat Bailey Stadium, 19‑year‑old Arjun Nimmala is standing out, not only for his on-field performance, but for the cultural resonance he brings to the game. Nimmala was born in Florida to Indian immigrant parents…
Raptors sign free agent Mamukelashvili
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted July 4, 2025 9:37 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – The Toronto Raptors have signed free agent forward-centre Sandro Mamukelashvili, the team announced…
Blue Jays continue ascent, tied atop AL East
TORONTO – In 34 days, the Toronto Blue Jays have overcome an eight-game deficit to roar into a tie for the top spot in the American League East. In their ascension to catch the New York Yankees, the Blue Jays…
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. named all-star starter
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted July 2, 2025 7:51 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is once again an all-star. It’s the fifth straight year the Toronto…
Springer, Blue Jays crush Yankees 12-5
Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – George Springer drove in seven runs with a grand slam, a solo homer and a two-run single to lift the Toronto Blue Jays to a 12-5 win against the New…
Springer soaks up Canada Day vibes at the plate
TORONTO – American George Springer continued to feel good vibrations playing for the Toronto Blue Jays on Canada Day. The 35-year-old outfielder drove in a career-high seven runs with a solo homer to left field in the fourth, a grand…
Scherzer finds his stuff in strong start
TORONTO – Pitcher Max Scherzer’s second start at Rogers Centre this season was far more successful than this first. The three-time Cy Young Award winner pitched five strong innings on Monday night as the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the New…
Ujiri, Raptors part ways after 12 years
TORONTO – Masai Ujiri is out as vice-chairman and president of the Toronto Raptors, marking the end of a more than decade-long run that delivered the franchise’s first NBA title. The sides parted ways Friday, with Ujiri heading into the…
A timeline of Masai Ujiri’s run with the Raptors
Masai Ujiri’s exit on Friday as vice-chairman and president of the Toronto Raptors marked the end of a more than decade-long run that delivered the franchise’s first NBA title. Here’s a look at some of key moments from Ujiri’s time…
Blue Jays put Schultz on 15-day IL, recall Bruihl
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted June 29, 2025 12:06 pm Updated June 29, 2025 12:07 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size BOSTON – Right-handed pitcher Paxton Schultz has been placed…
Jays recall infielder Will Wagner from Buffalo
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted June 28, 2025 1:12 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size The Toronto Blue Jays have recalled infielder Will Wagner from Triple-A Buffalo. In a corresponding…
Simon Wang makes history as highest-drafted Chinese player in NHL – National
Simon Wang is still only 17 years old. The journey that brought him to Peacock Theater on Saturday morning had already been long and winding. Then he made history. The San Jose Sharks chose the defenceman from the Ontario Hockey…
Montreal Canadiens acquire defenceman Noah Dobson from New York Islanders
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted June 27, 2025 4:23 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size The Montreal Canadiens have acquired offensive defenceman from the New York Islanders, according to media reports. In return, the…
Masai Ujiri, Raptors part ways after 12 years
TORONTO – The Masai Ujiri era of the Toronto Raptors is officially over. The Raptors announced on Friday that the team’s vice-chairman and president was fired, marking the end of a more than decade-long run that delivered the franchise its…
Wander Franco convicted of sexually abusing child, gets suspended sentence – National
Suspended Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco was convicted of sexually abusing a child and handed a two-year suspended sentence Thursday. Franco was arrested last year after being accused of having a four-month relationship with a girl who was 14…
Raptors select Alijah Martin 39th overall
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted June 26, 2025 9:09 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size BROOKLYN – Alijah Martin was taken 39th overall by the Toronto Raptors in the second…
Raptors select Murray-Boyles ninth overall
Collin Murray-Boyles shook his head when his name was called at the NBA Draft, appearing to let out a curse word. But Murray-Boyles said he wasn’t disappointed, just in disbelief when the Toronto Raptors selected him ninth overall on Wednesday…
Raptors select Murray-Boyles ninth overall
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted June 25, 2025 9:16 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Collin Murray-Boyles has been selected ninth overall by the Toronto Raptors. Murray-Boyles was a forward…
Bichette, Berrios lead Blue Jays past White Sox
Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Bo Bichette’s smashed the first pitch he saw for a solo home run and the Toronto Blue Jays never looked back in a 7-1 win over the Chicago White Sox…
Blue Jays release Swanson after he clears waivers
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted June 24, 2025 4:08 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays released reliever Erik Swanson after the right-hander cleared waivers,…
Canadian success in NBA Finals creates opportunity
Like many Canadians, Michael Bartlett watched Game 7 of the NBA Finals with bated breath. But as Canada Basketball’s president and CEO, he had a unique rooting interest, with players on both teams. Hamilton’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Montreal’s Luguentz Dort…
Assistant GM likes ninth overall pick for Raptors
TORONTO – The 2025 NBA draft class has been billed as one of the most talented in years. But for Dan Tolzman, assistant general manager of the Toronto Raptors, there’s potential in every draft. Tolzman spoke to media Monday about…
Vargas’s two-run double lifts White Sox over Jays
Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Miguel Vargas doubled in two runs in the eighth inning as the Chicago White Sox rallied past the Toronto Blue Jays 4-2 on Sunday afternoon. Luis Robert Jr. hit into…
Scherzer to return for Blue Jays on Wednesday
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted June 22, 2025 5:05 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Mad Max is back. Max Scherzer is scheduled to be the Toronto Blue…
Bichette, Berrios lead Blue Jays past White Sox
Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Bo Bichette smashed the first pitch he saw for a solo home run and the Toronto Blue Jays never looked back in a 7-1 win over the Chicago White Sox…
Bichette aggressive as Blue Jays’ leadoff hitter
TORONTO – In just seven weeks Bo Bichette has gone from no home runs to leading the Toronto Blue Jays in round trippers. Bichette smashed the first pitch he saw over the wall in centre field on Saturday for his…
Blue Jays bullpen trying to stay ready
TORONTO – Every five games the Toronto Blue Jays’ bullpen has had to step up. Sometimes it works, and sometimes, like Toronto’s 7-1 loss to the lowly Chicago White Sox on Friday, it does not. Spencer Turnbull, who served as…
Lukes taken off IL and inserted into Jays lineup
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted June 20, 2025 5:06 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Nathan Lukes was reinstated from Toronto’s seven-day injured list on Friday and was…
Diamondbacks thump Blue Jays 9-5 in series finale
TORONTO – Eugenio Suarez and Pavin Smith combined to drive in seven runs as the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Toronto Blue Jays 9-5 on Thursday. Blue Jays starter Kevin Gausman struggled through 4 1/3 innings to take the loss, allowing…
Gausman’s June struggles continue in Jays’ loss
TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays’ pitching depth is teetering — which makes it a bad time for one of their most reliable starters to be struggling. Kevin Gausman allowed seven earned runs over 4 1/3 innings as the Blue…
Lauer in form as Blue Jays dump Diamondbacks 8-1
TORONTO – Pitcher Eric Lauer has done a little bit of everything for the Toronto Blue Jays since his season debut seven weeks ago. The 30-year-old left-hander has worked in short relief, served in a bulk role and is now…
Blue Jays use long ball for walkoff victory
TORONTO – Like a golfer admiring a drive, Blue Jays slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. crushed a home run on Tuesday and couldn’t help but hold the pose for an extra second to watch the ball fly over the wall. Teammate…
Fans sad but supportive as Oilers lose Stanley Cup for 2nd year in a row: ‘Proud of our boys’
They tried so hard and got so far, but in the end, the Edmonton Oilers and their fans were left with a sense of déjà vu. For the second year in a row, Edmonton lost in the Stanley Cup final…
Jays starter Francis goes on IL, Swanson DFA’ed
TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays made several changes to their pitching staff Tuesday, placing starter Bowden Francis on the 15-day injured list due to a right shoulder impingement and designating reliever Erik Swanson for assignment. The team also selected…
McDavid, Crosby named to men’s hockey roster for 2026 Milan Olympics
Edmonton Oilers superstar Connor McDavid was among the headliners as Hockey Canada named the first six players to its preliminary men’s hockey roster for the Milan Olympics next year. McDavid was joined on the early list by forward Nathan MacKinnon…
Former major leaguer, Jays doctor Ron Taylor dies
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted June 16, 2025 5:41 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Dr. Ron Taylor, a two-time World Series-winning pitcher and longtime Toronto Blue Jays…
Lance Stroll fights through wrist injury to race at home Grand Prix in Montreal
Lance Stroll is gaining a reputation for fighting through pain. The lone Canadian driver in Formula One will race for Aston Martin at this weekend’s Canadian Grand Prix, two weeks after missing the Spanish GP and undergoing surgery on his…
Stanley Cup final: Stuart Skinner to be Oilers’ Game 4 starter, Jeff Skinner, Troy Stecher to play
Kris Knoblauch is mixing things up for Game 4 of the Stanley Cup final. The Edmonton Oilers head coach is set to make two lineup changes with his team down 2-1 to the Florida Panthers in the best-of-seven title series….
Blue Jays place Lukes on 7-day IL with concussion
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted June 11, 2025 2:41 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size ST LOUIS – Outfielder Nathan Lukes has been placed on the seven-day injured list by…
New book explores Blue Jays’ 48-year history
TORONTO – Toronto Blue Jays brass used all the bells and whistles when they tried to land two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani in the fall of 2023. The once-in-a-lifetime pursuit of the Japanese free agent, as author Keegan Matheson writes in…
Montreal Canadiens defenceman Lane Hutson named NHL rookie of the year
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted June 10, 2025 11:41 am Updated June 10, 2025 11:43 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Montreal Canadiens defenceman Lane Hutson has won the 2024-25 Calder Trophy as…
Hardcore Oilers fans go to great lengths to watch games, support team in Stanley Cup final
When an orange wave of Oilers fans in Edmonton head toward the downtown core on game nights during the NHL playoffs, an ocean away in Akureyri, Iceland, Pavel Viking Landa says he makes his own way to his man cave…
Oilers and Panthers relish days off as Stanley Cup final moves to Florida
After Brad Marchand scored the winning goal in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup final, he and Florida Panthers teammate Sam Bennett were asked how they kept their bodies going during another long and intense matchup against the Edmonton Oilers….
Dort, Mathurin families unite for Montreal North community during NBA Finals
Luguentz Dort and Bennedict Mathurin are going head-to-head on the court — but off it, their families are on the same team. While Dort’s Oklahoma City Thunder battled Mathurin’s Indiana Pacers in Game 2 of the NBA Finals on Sunday…
Summer McIntosh sets world record in 400M freestyle at Canadian Swimming Trials – National
Swimming star Summer McIntosh of Toronto set a world record in the 400-metre freestyle event on Saturday while competing in the Bell Canadian Swimming Trials in Victoria. McIntosh posted a time of three minutes, 54.18 seconds at Commonwealth Place to…
Oilers and Panthers embroiled in razor-thin Stanley Cup final ahead of Game 3
A puck over the glass. A tricky bounce off the glass. The Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers have played a razor-thin, extra-time opening to their Stanley Cup final rematch. The teams expect more of the same with the NHL’s title…
‘He’s a battler’: Veteran Corey Perry playing key role for Oilers in Stanley Cup final
Mark Hunter remembers pulling Corey Perry aside for a chat. The co-owner and general manager of the Ontario Hockey League’s London Knights wanted to make sure his player understood the consequences. “Grit, hitting people and punching people,” Hunter recalled of…
Spencer Carbery named winner of NHL’s Jack Adams Award – National
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted June 7, 2025 6:23 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Spencer Carbery of the Washington Capitals captured the Jack Adams Award on Saturday as the NHL’s top coach….
PWHL Vancouver signs Sarah Nurse as roster begins to take shape
Vancouver’s Professional Women’s Hockey League team continued to add to its initial roster Thursday by signing goaltender Emerance Maschmeyer to a two-year contract and forward Sarah Nurse to a one-year deal. Maschmeyer spent the last two seasons with the Ottawa…
Oilers look to maintain lead against Panthers in Game 2 of Stanley Cup Final
Trailing the Stanley Cup Final after losing the opener in overtime, the defending champion Florida Panthers look to even things up in Game 2 at the Edmonton Oilers on Friday night. Winning on the road has not been a problem for them so far, going…
Canadian Baseball Hall to welcome Class of 2025
TORONTO – Glancing across the Rogers Centre field to see his name on the stadium’s Level of Excellence still leaves former Blue Jays slugger Jose Bautista with a “surreal” feeling. “It’s a good reminder of the time that I spent…
Bichette homers as Blue Jays dump Phillies 9-1
By Gregory Strong The Canadian Press Posted June 5, 2025 5:37 pm 2 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Bo Bichette hit a two-run homer and Chris Bassitt threw seven strong innings as the…
Kirk delivers walkoff hit as Jays edge Phillies
TORONTO – Even though it was their first career meeting, Alejandro Kirk knows the tendencies of Phillies closer Jordan Romano better than almost anyone. Kirk took full advantage Wednesday night by driving in Vladimir Guerrero Jr. with the winning run…
Rogers’ bid for Bell’s MLSE stake gets approvals
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted June 4, 2025 5:46 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Rogers Communications has received all necessary league approvals to buy out rival Bell’s…
Edmonton Oilers look to return Stanley Cup to Canada as final kicks off
Here we go again. From B.C. to all points north and east, Canadian hockey fans are hoping the nation’s Stanley Cup nightmare-drought ends as the Edmonton Oilers host the Florida Panthers in the NHL final. This year’s Cup clash comes…
Blue Jays reinstate Gimenez, Heineman
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted June 3, 2025 5:36 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays reinstated second baseman Andres Gimenez and backup catcher Tyler…
Jays outfielder Varsho leaves game with leg injury
By Gregory Strong The Canadian Press Posted May 31, 2025 4:38 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Toronto Blue Jays centre-fielder Daulton Varsho left today’s game against the Athletics with an apparent…
Flying High: Blue Jays on upswing after sweep
TORONTO – A visit by the woeful Athletics came at an ideal time for the Toronto Blue Jays. Canada’s lone big-league team was in a tailspin before finding its form last week. Toronto has won five in a row and…
Jays outfielder Varsho leaves game with leg injury
By Gregory Strong The Canadian Press Posted May 31, 2025 4:57 pm Updated May 31, 2025 4:58 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Toronto Blue Jays centre-fielder Daulton Varsho left Saturday’s game…
Bashing Barger bringing in runs for Blue Jays
TORONTO – There were many offensive stars for the Toronto Blue Jays in their four-game series sweep of the Athletics, but Addison Barger stood larger with his flair for the dramatic. Barger blasted a homer for the third consecutive game,…
Springer hits two homers as Jays top Athletics
Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – George Springer hit two of Toronto’s four home runs in an 8-7 victory over the Athletics on Saturday afternoon at Rogers Centre. The designated hitter had a solo shot in…
Jays outfielder Varsho leaves game with leg injury
TORONTO – The feel-good vibe created by Toronto’s homer-happy offence was muted in a flash when Daulton Varsho went down with a hamstring injury on Saturday at Rogers Centre. The Blue Jays hung on for an 8-7 victory over the…
Bats deliver again as Blue Jays outscore A’s
TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays’ offence was in desperate need of a kick-start at the start of the team’s seven-game homestand. A visit by the reeling Athletics appears to be just what the squad was looking for. Toronto reached…
Jays recall Roden, place Santander on 10-day IL
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted May 30, 2025 5:08 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays placed Anthony Santander on the 10-day injured list Friday…
Toronto offence takes flight in rout of Athletics
TORONTO – Any lingering thoughts of the offensive woes that hampered the Toronto Blue Jays on their recent six-game road trip vanished over an inning to remember on Thursday night. Ernie Clement and Vladimir Guerrero homered and the Blue Jays…
Iconic Olympic gymnast Mary Lou Retton charged with DUI – National
Former Olympic gymnast and individual all-around gold medallist Mary Lou Retton has been arrested and charged with a DUI. The retired athlete, 57, was arrested in Marion County, W.Va. — her home state — earlier this month for “driving under…
Real Madrid confirms Xabi Alonso is returning as ‘one of the best coaches in the world’ – National
Xabi Alonso is returning to Real Madrid to take over a club that failed to meet expectations this season. The Spanish powerhouse announced the hiring of Alonso on Sunday to replace Carlo Ancelotti, who is leaving to take over the Brazil job….
Lukes, Varsho homer as Blue Jays rout Padres 14-0
Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Daulton Varsho’s grand slam highlighted a seven-run eighth inning as the Toronto Blue Jays routed the San Diego Padres 14-0 on Wednesday. Nathan Lukes’s two-run homer gave Toronto (24-24) an…
Blue Jays feeling confident in close games
TORONTO – Before the season began the Toronto Blue Jays got together as a team and had a long conversation about talking things over in the dugout and playing for each other more. That approach has been paying dividends in…
Blue Jays stick with it in 14-0 rout of Padres
TORONTO – The Toronto Blue Jays had a refrain in their dugout on Wednesday night: “just keep swinging it.” Toronto batters were drilling the ball, maxing out with Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s 112 m.p.h. ground out in the first inning, but…
Canada invites Manchester United teenager to take part in camp as training player – National
Canada coach Jesse Marsch has invited 18-year-old Manchester United academy forward Gabriele Biancheri to train with his team ahead of next month’s Canadian Shield tournament in Toronto. Biancheri spent nine years at Cardiff City before joining Manchester United on a…
Santander trying to get back in the groove
TORONTO – Anthony Santander is trying to get back into the groove of hitting by finding his rhythm again. The struggling designated hitter belted a two-run homer in the fifth inning to lift the Toronto Blue Jays over the San…
Scherzer, Gimenez among Blue Jays nearing return
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted May 20, 2025 5:58 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Pitchers Max Scherzer and Nick Sandlin both threw bullpen sessions this afternoon as…
Oilers confident ahead of ‘challenge’ in meeting Stars again in NHL West final
It is a well-rested, eager group of Edmonton Oilers who head into the NHL Western Conference final confident they will repeat their 2024 series victory over the Dallas Stars. “There’s lots of things going to be similar,” forward Leon Draisaitl…
Clement hits walk-off single, Jays beat Tigers 2-1
Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Ernie Clement’s ninth-inning walk-off single to centre field lifted the Toronto Blue Jays to a 2-1 come-from-behind win against the Detroit Tigers on Saturday. With Daulton Varsho on third base…
‘Beyond the crash’: TV series on paralyzed Humboldt Bronco player set to air
Ryan Straschnitzki’s life has been an open book since he was seriously injured in the Humboldt Broncos bus crash, and his story is soon to be shown on TV. The 26-year-old from Airdrie, Alta., was paralyzed from the chest down…
Schneider hopeful Jays’ lineup will figure it out
TORONTO – Part of John Schneider’s mission as the Toronto Blue Jays manager is to be bullish on his lineup, even when his team struggles. Despite only two wins in the first six outings of a nine-game homestand, Schneider kept…
Clement hits walk-off single, Jays beat Tigers 2-1
TORONTO – Ernie Clement emerged for his post-game session with reporters on Saturday with a massive ice bag on his right throwing shoulder. If a body part required treatment for the Toronto Blue Jays offensive hero, the best bet would…
Greene drives in three runs as Tigers edge Jays
Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Riley Greene homered and added a two-run double to spark the Detroit Tigers to a 5-4 series-opening win against the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday. Greene homered in the second…
Santander stays on Blue Jays bench in close game
Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider resisted the temptation to employ Anthony Santander as a ninth-inning pinch-hitter on Friday. Schneider gave his struggling slugger a day off partly to rest…
Ex-Ford staffer broke lobbying rules: commissioner
By Allison Jones The Canadian Press Posted May 16, 2025 11:37 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Ontario’s integrity commissioner says a former top staffer to Premier Doug Ford broke lobbying rules….
Gausman’s splitter eludes him, but not hitters
TORONTO – From game to game Kevin Gausman isn’t sure how his splitter is going to work and that’s a big problem for the Toronto Blue Jays starter. Gausman gave up six runs on 10 hits as Toronto fell to…
Kirk’s three-run homer powers Blue Jays past Rays
By John Chidley-Hill The Canadian Press Posted May 14, 2025 9:47 pm Updated May 14, 2025 9:48 pm 2 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size TORONTO – Alejandro Kirk’s three-run blast powered the Toronto Blue Jays…
Alejandro Kirk’s improved bat speed paying off
TORONTO – Physics is at the heart of baseball. Take a 96.9 m.p.h. fastball from Ryan Pepiot, add Alejandro Kirk’s bat moving at 75.1 m.p.h., and it equals a 407-foot three-run homer to give the Toronto Blue Jays a 3-1…
Newcomers feeling Canadian during playoff hockey
TORONTO – Mykhailo Ivanov never thought he’d become a diehard hockey fan. The 42-year-old had immigrated to Winnipeg a little over two years ago to escape the war in Ukraine. He didn’t know much about hockey, he said, but after…
Daulton Varsho has never hit the ball harder
TORONTO – Daulton Varsho has never swung the bat harder and it’s all thanks to a small adjustment at the plate. Varsho had a three-run blast in the eighth inning for a short-lived Blue Jays lead and a solo home…
Hockeynomics? How Canadian teams in NHL playoffs may thaw consumer chill – National
Hockey is more than just Canada’s favourite sport. It can also be good for business, especially as many consumers have frozen spending at places like restaurants and bars, experts say. With many cutting back on expenses amidst fears of a…
Raptors drop down to ninth after draft lottery
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted May 12, 2025 8:41 pm 2 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size A frustrating season where Toronto Raptors fans were torn between a win-now mentality and their…
Junior hockey player’s sex assault sentence a ‘wake up call’ to young men, advocate says
Warning: This story contains sensitive subject matter. Discretion is advised. The recent sentencing of former junior hockey player Noah Corson has renewed calls for young men to better understand consent and the law, an advocate says. On Monday, the ex-Quebec…
Jays call up outfielder Clase and reliever Fisher
By n The Canadian Pressn The Canadian Press Posted May 7, 2025 6:54 pm Updated May 7, 2025 6:55 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size LOS ANGELES – Outfielder Jonatan Clase was recalled from…