National Sports

Forge FC just one win away from booking ticket to CONCACAF Champions League

After a season that has taken it from Hamilton to Charlottetown, El Salvador and Panama, Forge FC hopes the Dominican Republic is the last stop on the way to the Scotiabank CONCACAF Champions League.

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Veteran Canadian centre back David Edgar to retire at end of the year

Veteran defender David Edgar, who turned heads with a highlight-reel goal for Newcastle United as a teenager and went on to captain Canada, has announced his retirement effective the end of the year. The 33-year-old from Kitchener, Ont.

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MLSE cuts salaries for full-time staff, extends management and executive reductions

TORONTO, S.D. — Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment says it is cutting the salaries of up to one quarter of its full-time staff, and extending salary reductions for senior management and executives to deal with the financial impact of COVID-19.

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U.S. team calls up Toronto FC striker Ayo Akinola for December friendly

CHICAGO — Toronto FC striker Ayo Akinola has been rewarded for his breakthrough MLS season with a call-up to the U.S. national team. The 20-year-old has been invited to the U.S. training camp for a Dec.

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Quebec Major Junior Hockey League calls off games until January because of COVID-19

The Quebec Major Junior Hockey League says it will not hold any games until early January because of COVID-19 issues. The major junior league announced Monday it will suspend all activities from Tuesday through Jan. 3.

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Toronto FC looks for new designated player, opts not to pick up Piatti option

Toronto FC is looking for a new designated player, opting not to pick up the option on Pablo Piatti.

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Whitecaps exercise options on seven players, 'continuing discussions' with Montero

VANCOUVER — The Vancouver Whitecaps are keeping much of their roster in tact next season, but are still working to secure the services of two veterans long term.

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Former quarterback Brad Sinopoli can appreciate challenges Hinton faced with Broncos

Ottawa Redblacks receiver Brad Sinopoli fully understands the challenge Kendall Hinton faced Sunday with the Denver Broncos.

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Mo Farsi adds to trophy cabinet, wins Canadian Futsal Player of the Year Award

Mo Farsi added to his trophy cabinet Monday when he was named Canadian Futsal Player of the Year.

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Montreal Impact sign top scorer Romell Quioto to two-year extension

MONTREAL — Romell Quioto feels like he's finally found happiness with the Montreal Impact, so when the opportunity came to cement his future with the club, the star forward jumped on it.

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