2 h. ago Adam: What makes Canada a global player? Hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup, of course

Soccer fever was high as hundreds of fans lined up on Sparks Street to get a glimpse of the trophy and take selfies this past week. Even Mark Carney was excited.

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8 h. ago China shows signs of tackling the price wars that are taking a toll on its EV industry

BEIJING (AP) — The Chinese government is signaling enough is enough when it comes to the fierce competition in the country’s electric car market. China’s industrial policy has engineered a remarkable transformation to electric vehicles in what is the world’s largest auto market. In so doing, it has spawned far more makers than can possibly […]

Economics

9 h. ago Better late than never for Aidan Park, drafted second last by Oilers

It's definitely going to be a step up. I've got a lot of work to do to get ready for that.

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9 h. ago Nationals slugger Wood joins Acuna, Raleigh as Home Run Derby participants

WASHINGTON — Washington Nationals outfielder James Wood became the third player to announce he will take part in the Home Run Derby. The derby will be held on July 14, the night before the All-Star Game, at Truist Park in Atlanta. Wood joins Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. and Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh, who leads […]

Society

12 h. ago More offence? Morgan Frost knows he needs it after signing two

The Flames have signed Frost to a two-year contract extension that will pay him US$4.375 million per season. You might call it a “prove it” contract.

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12 h. ago Maple Leafs prefer to see passion, not punches, at development camp

What’s a Maple Leaf development camp without physical fireworks? Whether a thunderous check – there are still reverberations at the Ford Centre from Nolan Dillingham laying out Roni Hirvonen in 2023, or Ben Danford getting accidentally concussed on a hit last year – it’s often hard for the kids to hold back with so much […]

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12 h. ago Calgary Flames’ development camp notebook: Mews’ move to Michigan, Sergeev’s idol and more

Why did defence prospect Henry Mews decide to go the college route? And why didn’t the Flames’ summer-campers scrimmage this week?

Sport

12 h. ago Maple Leafs prospect Ben Danford happy to have Chris Tanev as guide

Chris Tanev’s defensive ways are rubbing off on Ben Danford. The Maple Leafs’ first-round pick in 2024, Danford has been training at the Leafs’ facility at the Ford Performance Centre and has been taking mental notes whenever Tanev is around. “He has been phenomenal,” Danford said on Thursday. “I’ve looked up to him for quite […]

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12 h. ago ‘Largest hockey player on the planet’: What we know about the 7

Here’s what we know about the 273-pound hockey player

Sport

12 h. ago Wild horses will drag Leafs away from the ice at development camp

After all the horse analogies we’ve heard in the world of hockey, Maple Leaf prospects are about to experience the real thing. The club is arranging a demonstration with a wild colt and an elite trainer on Friday for the 48 prospects at its development camp. “It’s to talk about how you handle emotions and […]

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13 h. ago London Knights thrilled to see Mitch Marner return to No. 93 in Vegas

Mark Hunter has a prediction for Mitch Marner's new Vegas journey.

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13 h. ago Salsa on St. Clair and more festivals to swing into this weekend in GTA

July is here, the weather is co-operating and if you’re looking for something to go with the sunshine and smiles on your face, look no further. Here’s what you need to know to make the necessary plans. Salsa on St. Clair Street Celebrate Toronto’s diverse Latin community through music, art and dancing at Canada’s largest […]

Culture

14 h. ago Things to do in Edmonton this week: Oily art at Latitude, Cutoffs at River City, Legally Blonde at Citadel

Oily: on fandom: Taking a look at the question “What is Edmonton without hockey?” this six-artist, Latitude 53 group show looks at fandom and a unified sense of identity, but also the stranglehold the NHL team has here. As the show’s statement puts it, “Whether a fan of the sport and the local team or […]

Culture

15 h. ago Easton Cowan on making the Maple Leafs in training camp: ‘Up to me’

Easton Cowan knows where he will be living once the 2025-26 hockey season gets underway. Now that his prolific major junior career with the London Knights has come to an end, the player regarded as the top Maple Leafs prospect will have a Toronto address this fall. Will the 20-year-old have a sparking space at […]

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16 h. ago Ottawa Senators preparing a bid for 2028 World Cup of Hockey

The Ottawa Senators would welcome the opportunity to play host to the best hockey players in the world. As the National Hockey League off-season shifts into high gear, the Senators will spend part of the next few weeks preparing a bid to host the 2028 World Cup of Hockey in February at the Canadian Tire […]

Sport

16 h. ago 'Disappointing': Oilers GM blasted as a "loser" for free agency work. Maybe that's a good thing

You will not find Stan Bowman’s name on any major list of NHL July 1 free agent frenzy winners. This is no surprise or any injustice. Bowman had limited cap space to work with. He cleared out Viktor Arvidsson and Evander Kane’s contracts and said good-bye to Corey Perry, Connor Brown, Jeff Skinner and John […]

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16 h. ago NHL free agency: San Jose Sharks continue their spending by signing Dmitry Orlov

Dmitry Orlov is heading to the spend-happy San Jose Sharks, who have been active in NHL free agency and made a pickup off the waiver wire Thursday to reach the salary floor. Orlov, who turns 34 later this month, signed a two-year contract worth $13 million. A Stanley Cup champion from his time in Washington […]

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17 h. ago ALERT Medicine Hat organized crime team seizes cocaine, fentanyl worth over $250,000

Fentanyl seizure one of the largest made in Medicine Hat

Economics

19 h. ago “Go Habs Go: Quebec language watchdog now says it’s OK to use ’go’ to support sports teams

MONTREAL — Quebec’s language watchdog has changed its tune on whether it’s acceptable to use the word “go” to cheer on sports teams. In a new guideline posted in its online dictionary, the Office quebecois de la langue francaise says that while “allez” is the preferred term, it’s now “partially legitimized” to use the English […]

Sport

20 h. ago A pair of Makars on the Avalanche roster? Taylor hopes to one day join brother Cale

DENVER — Should Taylor Makar someday make the roster, big brother Cale needs to consider altering the back of his Colorado Avalanche sweater. That’s the running joke of Taylor, anyway — a “C. Makar” modification from simply “Makar” to make room for “T. Makar.” One Makar on the blue line and another at forward is […]

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