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Oilers show they can grind out wins as they eye deep playoff run

Oilers show they can grind out wins as they eye deep playoff run

LOS ANGELES — Connor McDavid says it was far from a masterpiece. The Oilers' 1-0 victory over the Los Angeles Kings on Sunday didn't break social media because of a highlight-reel rush or a back-and-forth slugfest.
Matthews misses practice with illness, status unclear with Leafs facing elimination

Matthews misses practice with illness, status unclear with Leafs facing elimination

TORONTO — Auston Matthews will be alongside his teammates in Boston.
Goalie question looms for Vancouver Canucks ahead of pivotal Game 5

Goalie question looms for Vancouver Canucks ahead of pivotal Game 5

NASHVILLE — After achieving a rare playoff feat, the Vancouver Canucks are facing a big question — what comes next? Three different goalies have backstopped the Canucks to victories this post-season, giving Vancouver a 3-1 edge in their first-round s
Chiefs and tight end Travis Kelce agree to 2-year extension, AP source says

Chiefs and tight end Travis Kelce agree to 2-year extension, AP source says

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Jets forward Vladislav Namestnikov suffers a fractured cheekbone after a puck hit him in the face

Jets forward Vladislav Namestnikov suffers a fractured cheekbone after a puck hit him in the face

DENVER (AP) — Winnipeg forward Vladislav Namestnikov suffered a fractured cheekbone when a puck hit him on the left side of his face in Game 4 against Colorado, the team said Monday.
Canadian linebacker Charlie Moore retires after three seasons with Stampeders

Canadian linebacker Charlie Moore retires after three seasons with Stampeders

CALGARY — Canadian linebacker Charlie Moore retired Monday following three seasons with the Calgary Stampeders. Calgary selected Moore in the third round of the 2021 CFL draft.
Maple Leafs sign forward Nikita Grebyonkin to entry-level contract

Maple Leafs sign forward Nikita Grebyonkin to entry-level contract

TORONTO — The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed forward Nikita Grebyonkin to a three-year, entry-level contract, the NHL club announced Monday. The contract, which comes into effect immediately, carries an average annual value of US$875,000.
Auger-Aliassime through to Madrid fourth round after Mensik retires

Auger-Aliassime through to Madrid fourth round after Mensik retires

MADRID — Montreal's Felix Auger-Aliassime advanced to the fourth round of the Madrid Open tennis tournament Monday in a walkover after Czech opponent Jakub Mensik retired.
Report: MLB to modify Nike uniforms after complaints from players, fans

Report: MLB to modify Nike uniforms after complaints from players, fans

Major League Baseball plans to modify its Nike uniforms by the start of the 2025 season following complaints this spring from players and fans, according to a report from ESPN.
'I feel honoured to say I was his friend': Wayne Gretzky remembers Bob Cole

'I feel honoured to say I was his friend': Wayne Gretzky remembers Bob Cole

ST. JOHN'S, N.L. — Tributes continue to pour in for Bob Cole as his family has confirmed a funeral will be held for the legendary broadcaster Friday in St. John's, N.L.
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