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Undav scores twice, saves Germany with 2-1 World Cup win over Ivory Coast

Lexie Linderman, The Associated Press 2 minute read Updated: 5:33 PM CDT

TORONTO (AP) — Deniz Undav scored twice after being subbed on in the second half as Germany defeated Ivory Coast 2-1 on Saturday and clinched a spot in the knockout phase at the World Cup.

Four minutes into stoppage time, Undav received a pass from Felix Nmecha in front of the net and rifled it past Ivory Coast goalkeeper Yahia Fofana to give the Germans a comeback win.

Undav’s first goal of the match came after Nadiem Amiri sent in a long ball – that striker Kai Havertz let pass him by – onto the boot of Undav, who slammed it into the back of the net at the 68th minute. Both Amiri and Undav had subbed on eight minutes earlier.

Four-time champion Germany has come back from disappointing group stage exits in 2018 and 2022, while Ivory Coast is still searching for its first knockout stage appearance and could still qualify. The last time Germany got past the group stage it won the tournament in 2014.

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Chicago Cubs' Carson Kelly (15) is greeted in the dugout after hitting grand slam homer against the Toronto Blue Jays during the first inning of a baseball game Friday, June 19, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/David Banks)

Carson Kelly has grand slam and career-high 6 RBIs as Cubs rout Blue Jays 16-2

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Carson Kelly has grand slam and career-high 6 RBIs as Cubs rout Blue Jays 16-2

Matt Carlson, The Associated Press 2 minute read Updated: Yesterday at 6:33 PM CDT

CHICAGO (AP) — Carson Kelly hit his second career grand slam in Chicago’s seven-run first inning and finished with a career-high six RBIs as the Cubs routed the Toronto Blue Jays 16-2 on Friday.

Pete Crow-Armstrong had three singles, an RBI and walked twice to extend his career-high on-base streak to 22 games, helping the Cubs win for the sixth time in eight games. Chicago's center fielder is batting .409 during that stretch.

Justin Dean, recalled from Triple-A before the game, drove in three runs in Chicago's five-run seventh with a triple — his first career hit — after taking over for Crow-Armstrong in center in the top of the inning.

The Cubs have scored seven or more runs in an inning in consecutive games for the first time since July 5-6, 2001, and done it at Wrigley Field for the first time since May 7-8, 1984.

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Updated: Yesterday at 6:33 PM CDT

Christopher Morales Williams celebrates after winning the senior men's 400m final during the Canadian Track and Field Championships in Ottawa on Friday, June 19, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/ Patrick Doyle

Morales Williams claims fourth straight 400-metre title at Canadian championships

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Morales Williams claims fourth straight 400-metre title at Canadian championships

The Canadian Press 1 minute read Yesterday at 4:28 PM CDT

OTTAWA - Christopher Morales Williams charged through wet and rainy conditions to capture his fourth straight national title in the men’s 400 metres Friday at the Canadian track and field championships.

Morales Williams clocked a time of 45.58 seconds amid a downpour in the nation’s capital, comfortably beating Felimon Henok (46.82) and Kobi Warden (47.81).

The 21-year-old Morales Williams from Vaughan, Ont., represented Canada at the Paris Olympic Games in 2024 and won the world indoors title back in March.

Earlier on Friday, Ottawa’s Lauren Gale won her first national title in the women’s 400, setting a time of 51.94 seconds. Dianna Proctor finished second and Jasneet Nijjar placed third.

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Sports Breaking News

Canada's Felix Auger-Aliassime waits for a serve by Italy's Flavio Cobolli during the quarterfinal tennis match at the French Open in Paris, Wednesday, June 3, 2026. (AP Photo/Emma da Silva)

Auger-Aliassime falls to Tiafoe in Halle quarterfinals after dropping tiebreaker

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Auger-Aliassime falls to Tiafoe in Halle quarterfinals after dropping tiebreaker

The Canadian Press 1 minute read Yesterday at 4:08 PM CDT

HALLE - Canada’s Félix Auger-Aliassime is out of the Terra Wortmann Open after falling 3-6, 6-3, 7-6 (12) to Frances Tiafoe of the United States in the quarterfinals on Friday.

Auger-Aliassime, the tennis tournament's second seed, saved four match points in a marathon third-set tiebreaker before Tiafoe converted his fifth attempt to reach the semifinals.

The 25-year-old from Montreal struck 25 aces and had three match points of his own in the two-hour 32-minute matchup.

Ranked 26th in the world, Tiafoe hit five aces and saved 7-of-9 breakpoint chances while world No. 4 Auger Aliassime fended off 3-of-5.

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Football

Dinwiddie focused on winning — not facing his former team — as Redblacks host Argos

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Dinwiddie focused on winning — not facing his former team — as Redblacks host Argos

Lisa Wallace, The Canadian Press 4 minute read Yesterday at 3:35 PM CDT

OTTAWA - Ryan Dinwiddie is downplaying the significance of facing his former team, even as the Ottawa Redblacks prepare to face the Toronto Argonauts for the first time since his major off-season move.

Dinwiddie left Toronto after leading the franchise to two Grey Cup championships, taking over as head coach in Ottawa while adding the title of general manager.

The Redblacks (0-1) dropped their season opener 29-21 to the Edmonton Elks in his first game in charge, and Dinwiddie says his only focus is on ensuring his team improves on its last performance.

“I’m getting this question all of the time and it’s not that big of a deal for me,” Dinwiddie said. “I understand it’s my ex-team and I know a lot of people on that side of the building, but I’m a Redblack. That’s where I'm at, that’s where my feet are.

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Soccer

What is the ‘green whistle’ Canadian player Ismael Koné was given after FIFA injury?

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What is the ‘green whistle’ Canadian player Ismael Koné was given after FIFA injury?

Monique Kasonga, The Canadian Press 2 minute read Yesterday at 3:24 PM CDT

When Canadian midfielder Ismael Koné was taken off the field on a stretcher during Canada's World Cup match against Qatar on Thursday, photos showed him inhaling from a small green device, prompting many fans to wonder what it was.

Team Canada officials confirmed the inhaler to be Penthrox, also known as methoxyflurane, a fast-acting, non-opioid pain medication that is self-administered for short-term pain relief. It is commonly known as the "green whistle."

One of the drug's key features is that it's administered by the patient directly: if a patient can't hold the device themselves, the drug can't be used, said Dr. Paul Winston, a specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation based in British Columbia.

"The nice thing about Penthrox is you don't overdo it, right? So if the person ends up saying, 'Hey, I'm OK,' they can stop puffing, or if the pain isn't controlled, then they have time to administer the heavier medications that they may need to do," Winston said.

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Football

Edmonton Elks' running back Justin Rankin (5) jumps on the back of his teammate and offensive lineman Jordan Murray (68) following his touchdown against the Ottawa Redblacks during second-half CFL action in Ottawa, on Saturday, June 6, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby

Elks embrace rain ahead of home opener against Alouettes

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Elks embrace rain ahead of home opener against Alouettes

John Korobanik, The Canadian Press 3 minute read Yesterday at 3:17 PM CDT

EDMONTON - The Edmonton Elks moved back into the familiar confines of Commonwealth Stadium this week, but they still couldn’t escape the rain that has been their almost constant companion since early in training camp.

It is the rain, which is forecast for their home opener Saturday, that the Elks feel could give them an advantage against the unbeaten Montreal Alouettes.

“Our preseason game was in the rain, our first regular season game was in the rain, we practice in the rain a bunch,” said cornerback JJ Ross. “Obviously it changes the offensive game plan a bit, but since we’ve done it so much I think it’s an advantage for us.”

Quarterback Cody Fajardo directed the Elks to a 29-21 rain-drenched win in Ottawa two weeks ago, their first season-opening win since 2019. Playing in the rain won’t be an issue, he said.

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BC Lions Sean Millington (25) celebrates one of two touchdowns he scored in the second quarter of CFL action against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in Vancouver Thursday, July 18, 2002. The Lions led 23-14 at the half. (CP PHOTO/Richard Lam)

Former Lions star running back Millington rushes into Canadian Football Hall of Fame

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Former Lions star running back Millington rushes into Canadian Football Hall of Fame

The Canadian Press 2 minute read Updated: Yesterday at 2:35 PM CDT

HAMILTON - Former B.C. Lions running back Sean Millington is headed to the Canadian Football Hall of Fame after being named Friday to its 2026 class.

Millington learned of the honour earlier this week when the Lions surprised him with the news before he addressed the team at practice.

"I'm elated, overjoyed, overwhelmed, grateful, blessed and amazed. It's such a shock and something you obviously think about every year. You hear who is going in and do the relative rankings in your head," said Millington. "You think maybe someday it might be nice. When it finally does happen, you can't believe it. "

The first overall pick in the 1990 CFL draft rushed for 6,086 yards and scored 87 touchdowns over a 13-season career with B.C., Edmonton, Winnipeg and Toronto.

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Soccer

Big World Cup win raises odds of Team Canada knockout matches in Vancouver

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Big World Cup win raises odds of Team Canada knockout matches in Vancouver

The Canadian Press 4 minute read Updated: Yesterday at 5:58 PM CDT

VANCOUVER - Canada's resounding World Cup win over Qatar doesn't just put the team in the driver's seat to advance in the tournament for the first time — it raises the prospect of even more Team Canada action in Vancouver.

If Canada wins or draws against Switzerland at BC Place next Wednesday, it means the stadium will also host a knockout match for the home side on July 2.

And if they win again, BC Place would also host Team Canada on July 7 in the round of 16.

Those matches could be among the biggest sporting events Vancouver has ever hosted on the international stage, alongside the 2010 Olympic gold medal hockey matches — although soccer's truly global scale would potentially give them even more reach.

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Baseball

Blue Jays right-hander Shane Bieber rejoins team, nearing a return to action, manager says

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Blue Jays right-hander Shane Bieber rejoins team, nearing a return to action, manager says

Matt Carlson, The Associated Press 2 minute read Yesterday at 1:23 PM CDT

CHICAGO (AP) — Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Shane Bieber rejoined the team on Friday and could be activated from the injured list in the next few days, manager John Schneider said.

Bieber, the 2020 AL Cy Young Award winner, hasn’t pitched this season. He was placed on the 15-day injured list in March with elbow inflammation and later transferred to the 60-day IL.

The 31-year-old Bieber just completed a five-game rehab stint with a start for Triple-A Buffalo on Wednesday. Bieber allowed five runs and 11 baserunners in five-plus innings, throwing 80 pitches with his velocity reaching 93 mph.

After joining the team in Chicago, Bieber is to throw a side session at Wrigley Field on Saturday and could be activated shortly afterward, possibly rejoining Toronto’s depleted rotation on Monday.

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Sports Breaking News

Toronto Sceptres' Claire Dalton (42) protects the puck from New York Sirens' Allyson Simpson (20) during second period PWHL hockey action in Toronto on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Frank Gunn

Toronto Sceptres re-sign forward Claire Dalton to two-year PWHL contract

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Toronto Sceptres re-sign forward Claire Dalton to two-year PWHL contract

The Canadian Press 1 minute read Yesterday at 1:15 PM CDT

TORONTO - The Toronto Sceptres re-signed forward Claire Dalton to a two-year Professional Women's Hockey League contract on Friday.

Dalton joined the Sceptres last year after spending her first two seasons with the Montreal Victoire.

The 26-year-old from Toronto produced one goal and nine assists in 30 games last season, bringing her PWHL totals to nine goals and 19 assists in 80 games.

The Sceptres now have eight players under contract next season. Dalton joins forwards Emma Gentry and Natalie Spooner, defenders Renata Fast, Kali Flanagan and Ella Shelton, and goaltenders Raygan Kirk and Jessie McPherson.

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Sports Breaking News

A Vancouver Police officer wears an Axon body camera, in Vancouver, on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

Driver arrested in Vancouver after police chase and crash near World Cup fans

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Driver arrested in Vancouver after police chase and crash near World Cup fans

The Canadian Press 1 minute read Yesterday at 12:36 PM CDT

VANCOUVER - Vancouver police say they arrested a prohibited driver who crashed his car while trying to flee officers, in an incident that unfolded close to World Cup fans in the downtown core on Thursday.

The incident was captured on social media videos that show a black Tesla crashed into a tree, a man lying on the ground being cuffed, and officers with weapons drawn.

Police say the vehicle had been "pinged" for having inactive insurance and being operated by a prohibited driver, and when they tried to stop the car, the driver fled through an underground parking lot then crashed as it emerged at Hornby and Robson streets.

They say the man in his 30s was taken into custody without further incident, and "numerous charges will be recommended."

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Football

Edmonton Elks new President and CEO Chris Morris speaks during a press conference in Edmonton, on Thursday October 31, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson

Elks president says CFL club still recovering from ‘disaster’ of name change

John Korobanik, The Canadian Press 2 minute read Preview

Elks president says CFL club still recovering from ‘disaster’ of name change

John Korobanik, The Canadian Press 2 minute read Yesterday at 12:12 PM CDT

EDMONTON - As the Edmonton Elks prepare for their home opener Saturday, team president Chris Morris says the fallout from the club's 2021 name change remains one of the biggest obstacles in rebuilding support among fans.

Morris, who spent 14 seasons on Edmonton's offensive line and won three Grey Cups with the club, said the franchise continues to deal with fallout from its 2021 name change.

"It was a disaster in so many ways," Morris said of the transition from the Eskimos to the Elks.

The club changed its name after years of criticism from Inuit leaders and organizations who said the former name was offensive and outdated. The move came amid broader pressure on sports teams to abandon names viewed as racist or stereotypical.

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Hockey

Winnipeg Jets' Jonathan Toews (19) defends against the San Jose Sharks during first period NHL action in Winnipeg, Thursday, April 16, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/John Woods

Three-time Stanley Cup winner Jonathan Toews ends his NHL career as a Winnipeg Jet

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Three-time Stanley Cup winner Jonathan Toews ends his NHL career as a Winnipeg Jet

Jim Bender, The Canadian Press 4 minute read Updated: Yesterday at 5:05 PM CDT

WINNIPEG - Jonathan Toews won three Stanley Cups, two Olympic gold medals, a world hockey championship and two world junior championships — not to mention a long list of individual honours, including the Conn Smythe and Selke trophies.

So as Toews announced his retirement Friday to bring the curtain down on a decorated NHL career, he was asked if there were any accomplishments missing from his resume.

“No, I want to sit here and say I have no regrets,” Toews said before about 100 invited guests at the Jonathan Toews Sportsplex. “I did the best that I could with what I knew at the time. That’s part of the journey. It’s not always going to be perfect.

"All in all, if someone told me when I was getting drafted that we would be standing here today and this is how my career would go out, I would have signed up for that 100 times over."

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Sports Breaking News

Indiana Fever guard Kelsey Mitchell (0) drives on Toronto Tempo guard Brittney Sykes, left, in the first half of a WNBA Commissioner's Cup basketball game in Indianapolis, Tuesday, June 16, 2026. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Tempo’s Brittney Sykes out with plantar fascia injury, Kiki Rice has left ankle sprain

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Tempo’s Brittney Sykes out with plantar fascia injury, Kiki Rice has left ankle sprain

The Associated Press 1 minute read Yesterday at 9:19 AM CDT

TORONTO (AP) — Toronto's Brittney Sykes suffered a plantar fascia injury on Tuesday, the team announced Friday and will be re-evaluated in the coming weeks.

Sykes was hurt in a non-contact injury in the third quarter of the team's loss to Indiana on Tuesday. She was helped off the court. Sykes was the league’s third-leading scorer in averaging 20.7 points a game coming into the Fever matchup.

The expansion Tempo also announced Friday that Kiki Rice had suffered a grade 3 left ankle sprain on June 3 in a loss at New York. She hasn't played since and the team said she also would be re-evaluated in the upcoming weeks.

Both are expected to return this season.

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Soccer

The Latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada

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The Latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada

The Canadian Press 8 minute read Updated: 12:27 AM CDT

Here are the latest developments from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. All times Eastern:

1:25 a.m.

Paraguay held on to its narrow 1-0 lead for more than 90 minutes to bear Turkey. Matias Galarza had the match's only goal just two minutes into play. Paraguay's Miguel Almiron drew a red card before the whistle was blown for halftime.

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Updated: 12:27 AM CDT

June 20, 2026

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