2 h. ago Letters April 13: Carney copies best from Conservatives, worst from Trudeau Liberals

Who should start the playoffs for the Oilers? VOTE IN OUR DAILY ONLINE POLL! CARBON-COPY CARNEY I follow the news on the election campaigns and every policy that Pierre Poilievre announces, Carbon Copy Carney announces the same policy shortly after, and claims that it was his all along. He’s very adept at dodging questions (sound […]

Politics

3 h. ago Call of the Wilde: Canadiens inch closer to playoffs after OT loss to Maple Leafs

The Montreal Canadiens with another chance to earn a spot in the playoffs in Toronto on Saturday night. They missed an opportunity in Ottawa on Friday. This time, they played considerably better, but could not find a goal in falling 1-0 to the Maple Leafs in overtime. Wilde Horses  After a poor effort in Ottawa,...

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4 h. ago Opinion: Ukraine and Israel are fighting two fronts in the same war — the West must support both

By following diverging policies on the two conflicts, Canada and the U.S. are playing into the hands of our enemies

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8 h. ago The Edmonton Oilers who need to go above and beyond if Mattias Ekholm is out for the year: 9 Things

Whatever you think or feel about the Edmonton Oilers’ 2024-25 regular season, they have nonetheless achieved the most important thing. They have made the playoffs. You may see that as the bare minimum, and I would agree. But they play the games for a reason. And many people much smarter than me have coined the […]

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9 h. ago Wild 3, Canucks 2: No playoff spoiler for Vancouver as Minnesota comes back

The Canucks were up 2-0 after two periods and were in reasonable control of the game until the Wild found a playoff-quality gear in the third.

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9 h. ago Wild 3, Canucks 2 (OT): Pettersson calls Trenin punch ‘one of dirtiest I’ve seen’

The Canucks were up 2-0 after two periods and were in reasonable control of the game until the Wild found a playoff-quality gear in the third.

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10 h. ago Abandoned Toronto car dealership transforming into sports and social club

A vacant car dealership in Toronto is getting a new lease on life as it gears up to be transformed into a trendy sports and social club.Spring has arrived in Toronto (in theory, at least), bringing with it a renewed excitement to get active among friends for many of the city's residents, and one community in particular is about to get an especially exciting new hub to hang out and hit the courts.Last winter, Ontario-based pickleball and padel club, Fairgrounds, burst onto the scene, opening a series of public clubs everywhere from Etobicoke's Cloverdale Mall to the heart of Yonge and St. Clair, giving folks the city over the chance to get their game on, membership fee-free.This season is shaping up to be no different, as the pickleball brand prepares to open a brand-new club in their most creative location yet: a former Mercedes-Benz dealership at Bayview and Eglinton.The new Leaside flagship is setting up shop at 849 Eglinton East as an interim adaptive use of the sp...

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11 h. ago LEAFS 1, CANADIENS 0: Full marks for a defensive gem with just five D

The Maple Leafs have three games left in the regular season, but they can feel the Stanley Cup playoffs coming. With a 1-0 overtime win at Scotiabank Arena against the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night, the Leafs clinched home ice for at least the first round of the playoffs. If they achieve their goal of […]

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15 h. ago Maroon plays in his final NHL game as the Blackhawks host the Jets for their home finale

CHICAGO — Pat Maroon played his first and his last NHL game at the United Center. In between, it was quite a ride. Maroon closed his 14th and final season when the Chicago Blackhawks hosted the Winnipeg Jets on Saturday night. While Chicago has two road games left, Maroon is skating in the home finale […]

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16 h. ago Regardless of opponent, Calgary Flames need to win out in playoff race

Honestly, the opponent doesn’t matter. Not anymore. If anyone had glanced at the Calgary Flames’ remaining schedule a few days ago, they probably would have picked out Sunday’s matchup with the San Jose Sharks as they easiest game they had left in the chase for a playoff spot. The Sharks are in last place, after […]

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16 h. ago LIVE: OHL playoffs Round 2 – London Knights vs. Erie Otters, Game 2

The London Knights play host to the Erie Otters at Canada Life Place on Saturday night for Game 2 of their second-round OHL playoff series.

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16 h. ago Ottawa Senators owner Michael Andlauer wants to see Brady Tkachuk in playoffs, too

In a wide-ranging interview, the team's majority owner talks about its captain, his own fondness for the city and the NHL playoffs.

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17 h. ago Photo essay: It's spring whitewater season again on the Ottawa River

Spring has arrived at Bate Island, and with it, the Ottawa River’s legendary whitewater playground has roared to life. As snowmelt swells the river, waves and standing waves form along the shoreline, drawing hardcore paddling enthusiasts from near and far. Outfitted in neoprene, dry-suits, life jackets and helmets, these experienced surfers and kayakers embrace the […]

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17 h. ago Toronto FC still in search of a win after scoreless draw with Minnesota United

Toronto FC, still looking for its first win of the MLS season, played Minnesota United FC to a scoreless draw Saturday. Minnesota (4-1-3) extended its unbeaten run to seven games since dropping the season opener 1-0 at Los Angeles FC. Toronto is now winless in eight (0-4-4) this season and has gone 0-8-5 in league […]

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18 h. ago Who will start in net when the Edmonton Oilers open the playoffs?

At this point, the biggest question for the Edmonton Oilers heading into the NHL playoffs isn’t whom they’ll be starting out against, but whom they’ll be starting in net. With the Los Angeles Kings looking to avenge three consecutive early exits at the hands of the Oilers as the two Pacific Division rivals are set […]

Culture

18 h. ago Corey Conners catching Rory McIlroy after Irishman’s record Masters start

AUGUSTA, Ga. — Rory McIlroy is “out of his mind right now!” That was the call from CBS broadcaster Jim Nantz as the Northern Irish superstar became the first player in Masters history to begin a round with five consecutive threes on his scorecard. Birdie-Eagle-Birdie-Par-Birdie. 3-3-3-3-3. He would add yet another three at the par-3 […]

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18 h. ago Rory McIlroy electric on Masters moving day, Corey Conners giving chase

AUGUSTA, Ga. — Rory McIlroy is “out of his mind right now!” That was the call from CBS broadcaster Jim Nantz as the Northern Irish superstar became the first player in Masters history to begin a round with five consecutive threes on his scorecard. Birdie-Eagle-Birdie-Par-Birdie. 3-3-3-3-3. He would add yet another three at the par-3 […]

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19 h. ago Funeral held for Antonine Maillet, renowned Acadian author who died in February

A funeral was held Saturday for Antonine Maillet, with songs and theatrical performances highlighting a celebration of the life of the renowned Acadian playwright and author.

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19 h. ago Canada’s Homan steals pair in eighth end for quarterfinal win over Yoshimura

Canada’s Rachel Homan stole two points in the eighth end for a 6-4 win over Japan’s Sayaka Yoshimura on Saturday at the AMJ Players’ Championship. Yoshimura needed to make an open draw to the four-foot ring with her final throw but her stone was heavy. Homan, from Ottawa, was scheduled to play South Korea’s Eun-Jung […]

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20 h. ago Leafs notes: Toronto’s first place race takes precedence over any help for Habs

The Maple Leafs found themselves on the fence Saturday night where the cross-border playoff picture was situated. Toronto was in the unique pre-game position of denying the Montreal Canadiens a playoff spot at least another day with a regulation win, while the reverse would help a fifth Canadian team qualify. Keep in mind it’s a […]

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