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Edmonton's Wil Bateman continues to grow on Korn Ferry Tour with steady approach

Edmonton's Wil Bateman continues to grow on Korn Ferry Tour with steady approach

Edmonton's Wil Bateman has learned to ride the waves of being a professional golfer in his second season on the Korn Ferry Tour.
Ottawa bantamweight Liam Macfadyen no stranger to world of combat sports

Ottawa bantamweight Liam Macfadyen no stranger to world of combat sports

TORONTO — Liam (The Celtic Samurai) Macfadyen grew up in combat sports, surrounded by black belts, Olympians and Hall of Famers.
Kris Mallette named Team CHL head coach for inaugural CHL USA Prospects Challenge

Kris Mallette named Team CHL head coach for inaugural CHL USA Prospects Challenge

TORONTO — Kelowna Rockets bench boss Kris Mallette will be the head coach of Team CHL at the 2024 CHL USA Prospects Challenge, the Canadian Hockey League announced Wednesday.
MacKinnon eager to suit up alongside Crosby at 4 Nations Face-Off: 'I idolized Sid'

MacKinnon eager to suit up alongside Crosby at 4 Nations Face-Off: 'I idolized Sid'

Nathan MacKinnon had lots to contemplate this summer. The Colorado Avalanche were ousted in the second round of the playoffs — a result that continues to eat at the reigning Hart Trophy winner.
Former Poland goalkeeper Szczesny joins Barcelona after announcing his retirement in August

Former Poland goalkeeper Szczesny joins Barcelona after announcing his retirement in August

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Barcelona has added former Poland goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny to its squad to help make up for the absence of the injured Marc-André ter Stegen.
Canada's Shapovalov downs Italy's Sonego in opening round of Shanghai Open

Canada's Shapovalov downs Italy's Sonego in opening round of Shanghai Open

SHANGHAI — Denis Shapovalov, of Richmond Hill, Ont., defeated Italian Lorenzo Sonego 7-6 (5), 7-6 (8) in the first round of the Shanghai Masters on Wednesday. Shapovalov, 25, now holds a 2-1 career record against Sonego, ranked 50th in the world.
Alcaraz rallies past Sinner to win China Open and make it 3-for-3 against his top rival this year

Alcaraz rallies past Sinner to win China Open and make it 3-for-3 against his top rival this year

BEIJING (AP) — Carlos Alcaraz won seven straight points in the decisive tiebreaker to beat top-ranked Jannik Sinner 6-7 (6), 6-4, 7-6 (3) and win the China Open on Wednesday, extending his recent mastery over his biggest rival — who is dealing with a
Tatis hits 2-run homer, King strikes out 12 as the Padres beat the Braves 4-0 in playoff opener

Tatis hits 2-run homer, King strikes out 12 as the Padres beat the Braves 4-0 in playoff opener

SAN DIEGO (AP) — Fernando Tatis Jr.
Senators score four power-play goals to edge Canadiens 4-3

Senators score four power-play goals to edge Canadiens 4-3

MONTREAL — The Ottawa Senators' special teams turned in a superb performance in helping the visitors knock off the Montreal Canadiens 4-3 in NHL pre-season action on Tuesday evening.
MLB playoff roundup: Mets use five-run fifth inning to win Game 1 against Brewers 8-4

MLB playoff roundup: Mets use five-run fifth inning to win Game 1 against Brewers 8-4

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Mark Vientos hit a tiebreaking, two-run single during a five-run outburst in the fifth inning as the indefatigable New York Mets continued their thrilling week by beating the Milwaukee Brewers 8-4 in an NL Wild Card Series opener Tue