National Sports

Women's professional hockey, already in upheaval, is facing the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Professional Fighters League has called off its 2020 season due to the global pandemic, saying it will resume its mixed martial arts schedule in the spring of 2021.

TORONTO — From rehabbing his surgically repaired ankle to checking in with teammates and helping his kids with Grade 2 math and science, Toronto FC captain Michael Bradley is keeping busy these days.

OTTAWA — The Ottawa Senators have named Anthony LeBlanc as their president of business operations. LeBlanc was most recently a founding partner of Schooner Sports and Entertainment, a group trying to bring a CFL team to Halifax.

TORONTO — Oklahoma defensive lineman Neville Gallimore and Notre Dame receiver Chase Claypool — both blue-chip prospects for this week's NFL draft — top the final CFL scouting bureau top-20 list.

TORONTO — The Toronto Wolfpack have signed England international centre Kallum Watkins, pending approval of rugby league authorities.

For much of his life, Doug Flutie has been in the football spotlight.

TOKYO — A Japanese professor of infectious disease says he is “very pessimistic” the postponed Tokyo Olympics can open in 15 months.

Ben Chiarot had seen plenty of Bobby Orr highlights. The elegant, seemingly effortless rushes. His superior skill and vision.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A second straight victory in virtual racing for Simon Pagenaud and Team Penske, and tempers were hot at the end of this one.