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Wayne Simmonds signs two-year contract extension with Toronto Maple Leafs

Wayne Simmonds signs two-year contract extension with Toronto Maple Leafs

TORONTO — Veteran forward Wayne Simmonds has signed a two-year contract extension with the Toronto Maple Leafs. The team says his contract has an average annual value of $900,000.
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Tampa Bay Lightning dominate Canadiens 5-1 in Game 1 of Stanley Cup final matchup

Tampa Bay Lightning dominate Canadiens 5-1 in Game 1 of Stanley Cup final matchup

TAMPA, Fla. — It took the Montreal Canadiens 28 years to get back to the Stanley Cup final. They'll have to wait a little longer for a win.
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Gritty Clippers stave off elimination, beat Suns 116-102

Gritty Clippers stave off elimination, beat Suns 116-102

PHOENIX (AP) — Paul George scored 41 points, Reggie Jackson added 23 and the resilient Los Angeles Clippers staved off elimination by beating the Phoenix Suns 116-102 on Monday night in Game 5 of the Western Conference finals.
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Eight NBA players on Canada's team for its last-chance Tokyo Olympic qualifier

Eight NBA players on Canada's team for its last-chance Tokyo Olympic qualifier

VICTORIA — Canada's men's basketball team is ready and prepared to hit the floor Tuesday in pursuit of one of the few remaining spots at the Tokyo Olympics, team captain Cory Joseph said Monday less than 24 hours before the start of a last-chance gam
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Bettman on Blackhawks' assault allegations: First reaction was 'Tell me the facts'

Bettman on Blackhawks' assault allegations: First reaction was 'Tell me the facts'

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman says allegations that a former Chicago Blackhawks player was sexually assaulted by a then-assistant coach are concerning. But his first thought was: "Tell me the facts.
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Blackhawks hire outside firm to investigate sex abuse claims

Blackhawks hire outside firm to investigate sex abuse claims

CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Blackhawks have hired a former federal prosecutor to conduct an independent review of allegations that a former player was sexually assaulted by a then-assistant coach in 2010.
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Veteran Roughriders O-lineman Brendon LaBatte sitting out 2021 CFL season: GM

Veteran Roughriders O-lineman Brendon LaBatte sitting out 2021 CFL season: GM

REGINA — The Saskatchewan Roughriders will be without veteran offensive lineman Brendon LaBatte for the 2021 CFL season. Riders general manager Jeremy O'Day said LaBatte has opted out for the year but is not retiring.
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Fans seeking scarce Montreal Canadiens Stanley Cup tickets face hefty prices

Fans seeking scarce Montreal Canadiens Stanley Cup tickets face hefty prices

MONTREAL — Fans looking to secure tickets to a Montreal Canadiens game during the Stanley Cup finals should be ready to fork over a small fortune.
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Montreal Canadiens' NHL playoffs run provides boost for Rogers Sports & Media

Montreal Canadiens' NHL playoffs run provides boost for Rogers Sports & Media

TORONTO — While Montreal Canadiens fans are stoked to see their team's first Stanley Cup final series since 1993, it could be just as exciting for Rogers Sports and Media. Rogers paid about $5.
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Canadian Vasek Pospisil advances to second round at Wimbledon

Canadian Vasek Pospisil advances to second round at Wimbledon

LONDON — Canada's Vasek Pospisil is heading to the second round at Wimbledon. Pospisil, from Vancouver, beat Spain's Roberto Carballes Baena 6-3, 6-3, 6-3 in the opening round of the grass-court Grand Slam on Monday.
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