Nicolas Almagro beat American qualifier Brian Baker 6-3, 6-2 to win the Open de Nice on Saturday and clinch his 12th career title.

Francesca Schiavone beat Alize Cornet of France 6-4, 6-4 in the Strasbourg International final to win her first title of the year.

Vladimir Guerrero is leaving extended spring training and the Blue Jays plan to have him in double-A or triple-A by the end of next week.

The Atlanta Braves have placed Chipper Jones on the 15-day disabled list with a bruised left leg and recalled catcher J.C. Boscan from Triple-A Gwinnett.

Twins manager Ron Gardenhire announced Saturday that Francisco Liriano is moving out of the bullpen and will start Wednesday vs. Oakland.

The St. Louis Cardinals optioned struggling reliever Fernando Salas, their closer much of last season, to Triple-A Memphis.

Agnieszka Radwanska of Poland beat Simona Halep of Romania 7-5, 6-0 to win the Belgian Open on Saturday.

Canada's Dylan Armstrong won his third gold medal in the past five days after winning the men's shot put in the Netherlands.

Canadian cyclist Ryder Hesjedal trails Giro d'Italia leader Joaquin Rodriguez heading into the final stage but remains the favourite to win.

The National Sporting Goods Association says football participation of all ages has decreased from 10 million in 2006 to 9 million in 2011.

Bayern Munich says Peru striker Claudio Pizarro is returning to the club on a free transfer after a five-year absence.

The 96th Indianapolis 500 is the most wide-open race in a very long time, and the series is hoping the next big superstar emerges on Sunday.

Watch as the Rangers' Nelson Cruz drives in 8 runs in Texas' 14-3 rout of the Toronto Blue Jays.

Serbia overcame the Czech Republic in the final of the World Team Cup on Saturday to clinch the title for the second time.

The Toronto Blue Jays will try to avoid their fourth straight loss as Henderson Alvarez takes the mound against the explosive Texas Rangers.

Michael Schumacher was best at qualifying for the Monaco GP, but his previous grid penalty means Mark Webber will start in pole position.

Novak Djokovic has won his last 21 Grand Slam matches, earning titles at Wimbledon, the U.S. Open in September and the Australian Open.

Franz Beckenbauer says deadlocked matches should continue to be decided with penalty-kick shootouts.

Two-time defending champion Chennai Super Kings will be the overwhelming favourite in the IPL final vs. Kolkata Knight Riders on Sunday.

Bellator heavyweight champ Cole Konrad made his first defence while Tristar fighter Rick Hawn won the Season 6 lightweight tournament.

St. Louis Blues CEO Mike McCarthy is stepping down, not long after new ownership finalized its purchase of the franchise.

Watch four UFC 146 prelims on Sportsnet starting at 8 pm ET / 5 pm PT before five-fight PPV at 10 pm ET. Also follow live results at 7 pm ET.

Mark Teixeira and Nick Swisher hit two-run homers to help the New York Yankees win for the seventh straight time in Oakland.

Pinch-hitter Howie Kendrick broke a tie in the top of the ninth inning and the Los Angeles Angels rallied to beat the Seattle Mariners.

The New York Rangers were at their best for two straight games after falling into dangerously deep holes against the New Jersey Devils.

Three-year-old filly trotters and pacers dazzled in their respective SBOA Stakes finals on Friday night at Mohawk.

Scott Dickens lowered the meet record in the men's 100-metre breaststroke to open the Mel Zajac Jr. International Canada Cup.

Nelson Cruz hit a grand slam and had eight RBIs as the Texas Rangers beat up on Brandon Morrow and the Toronto Blue Jays 14-3 Friday night.

The London Knights took in a little sight-seeing in Quebec City while they wait for Sunday's MasterCard Memorial Cup final.

Team Faber fighters Michael Chiesa and Al Iaquinta will meet in the TUF Live Finale after both were victorious on Friday night.

Watch as Yannick Veilleux breaks a 4-4 tie in the third period for the eventual game winner as the Cataractes upset the Sea Dogs on Friday.

Matt Joyce hit his second grand slam in six games and Elliot Johnson had a two-run shot to lift the Tampa Bay Rays over the Boston Red Sox.

Adam Henrique scored 1:03 into overtime and the New Jersey Devils defeated the New York Rangers 3-2 to advance to the Stanley Cup finals.

Chien-Ming Wang takes win in season debut as first-place Nationals beat Braves 7-4.

Giancarlo Stanton hit his tenth home run in the month of May and his Miami Marlins edged the San Francisco Giants 7-6 on Friday night.

Jason Hammel pitched six shutout innings and the Baltimore Orioles cruised past the Kansas City Royals.

The Shawinigan Cataractes edged the Saint John Sea Dogs 7-4 to upset the defending champions and reach the Memorial Cup final on Friday.

The Toronto Marlies advance to the American Hockey League's Calder Cup final after defeating the Oklahoma City Barons 3-1 on Friday.

UFC 146, the first-ever all-heavyweight pay-per-view card, officially features 2,485 pounds of fighter as all competitors made weight Friday

A person with knowledge of the situation says Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Miguel Montero has agreed to a five-year, $60 million contract.

Watch as Saint John Sea Dogs captain Jonathan Huberdeau scores a short-handed goal from his own blue-line against the Shawinigan Cataractes.

U.S. coach Jurgen Klinsmann is encouraging Clint Dempsey to leave Fulham and sign with a bigger club.

Quebec welterweight Martin (The Hammer) Grandmont will face American Brandon Thatch in the main event of Instinct 4 on June 29 in Montreal.

Ganassi's top two drivers, Dario Franchitti and Scott Dixon, finished atop the speed charts on the final day of practice at the Indy 500.

Panthers LB Jon Beason fired back at 49ers QB Alex Smith after comments he perceived were a slam on Carolina teammate Cam Newton.

The Whitecaps resume their MLS playoff quest as they attempt to put behind a disappointing loss in the Canadian Championship final.

The Baltimore Orioles and the agent for centre fielder Adam Jones are nearing agreement on a contract extension for the one-time All-Star.

Hale Irwin shot his age with a 5-under 66 to finish two shots behind leaders Roger Chapman and John Cook at the Senior PGA Championship.

Jason Dufner moved into position for his second straight victory and third in five weeks with a two-stroke lead in the Colonial.

Five heavyweight fights headline UFC 146 at the MGM Grand Garden in Las Vegas, highlighted by Junior Dos Santos' first title defence.

Brent Sutter said he would be willing to sit down with the Edmonton Oilers if he was considered a candidate for their head coaching job.

Seattle Sounders midfielder Osvaldo Alonso has suspended two games and fined an undisclosed amount for a reckless challenge.

The NBA fined Miami coach Erik Spoelstra $25,000 for 'critical public comments' about officiating in the team's series against Indiana.

Mike Woodson will return as New York Knicks coach after leading them to their first playoff victory in 11 years.

Barcelona provided Pep Guardiola with the perfect send-off by thrashing Athletic Bilbao 3-0 in the Copa del Rey final on Friday.

Agnieszka Radwanska beat Kaia Kanepi of Estonia 7-6 (8) 6-3 on Friday and will play Simona Halep of Romania in the Belgian Open final.

Graham Rahal and Marco Andretti have developed quite a rivalry just like their fathers and IndyCar officials are loving the bitter feelings.

James Hinchcliffe isn't over the heartbreak of losing the Indy 500 pole but it's a sign of how much has changed for the Canadian driver.

Novak Djokovic's bid to win a fourth consecutive Grand Slam championship might require a semifinal victory over Roger Federer.

Toronto Blue Jays and the Texas Rangers are underway. Join the live chat at our BlackBerry Game Zone page now.

The Canadian men's eight crew won the 2,000-metre heat in five minutes and 19.35 seconds to break the previous world's best.

Team owner Roger Penske is looking to win both of Sunday's big races: IndyCar's Indianapolis 500 and NASCAR's Coca-Cola 600.

Michael Andretti's drivers say they are working like teammates again and aren't lamenting the loss of Danica Patrick to NASCAR.

The Baltimore Orioles have designated veteran outfielder Bill Hall for assignment and recalled pitcher Stu Pomeranz from Triple-A Norfolk.

A bold move late in the Freedom 100 gave Esteban Guerrieri the lead and the Argentine held on to win a crash-marred Indy Lights race Friday.

Winnipeg Blue Bombers president Garth Buchko says season ticket sales have topped 22,050, a second consecutive record.

Simon Gagne returned to practice with the L.A. Kings as they had their first full workout since clinching a spot in the Stanley Cup final.

Sportsnet magazine's Jordan Heath-Rawlings draws some conclusions on the upcoming NFL season after analyzing reports from ongoing OTAs.

Fresh off a fourth consecutive Amway Canadian Championship win, Toronto FC are hoping their cup form will finally carry over to the MLS.

Junior dos Santos says his knockout power will be too much for Frank Mir in their heavyweight title bout Saturday at UFC 146.

Five sportsnet.ca MMA contributors give their predictions for Saturday's historic all-heavyweight UFC 146 main card.

Washington Capitals goaltender, and upcoming UFA, Tomas Vokoun says he wants to stay in the NHL despite receiving interest from KHL clubs.

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have signed Johnny Aprile, their third-round pick in the 2012 CFL entry draft and import receiver Doug Pierce.

In just over two years, Pinehurst's renowned No. 2 course will play host to the U.S. Open and U.S. Women's Open on consecutive weeks.

Triple Crown hopeful I'll Have Another took another tour around Belmont Park on a rainy Friday.

The 2012 world junior hockey championship in Alberta was a major money-maker for both hockey and the tourism industry.

Brian Burke said the success of the L.A. Kings doesn't change his view that sneaking into the playoffs as an 8th-place team isn't ideal.

St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Lance Berkman is expected to miss eight to 10 weeks following surgery Friday on his injured right knee.

Murali Vijay hit 113 from 58 balls as the Chennai Super Kings romped the Delhi Daredevils by 86 in Friday's second qualifier.

Uruguay defender Martin Caceres has signed a permanent deal with Juventus, tying him to the Serie A champion until 2016.

Nicolas Almagro of Spain beat Gilles Simon of France 6-1, 6-3 in the Open de Nice on Friday to reach his third final of the season.

Celtics coach Doc Rivers says guard Avery Bradley is done for the season which moves Ray Allen back into the starting lineup.

A forensic scientist has testified that paraphenalia saved after a steroids injection tested positive for Roger Clemens' DNA.

Toronto Maple Leafs executive David Nonis would be surprised if James Reimer and Ben Scrivens were the team's two goalies next season.

Top-ranked Rory McIlroy will miss the cut for the 2nd straight tournament after a incredible second-round implosion at the BMW Championship.

Despite his star power, Jason (Mayhem) Miller knows he desperately needs a strong performance against C.B. Dollaway at Saturday's UFC 146.

James Morrison eagled the 18th to shoot a 64 in the second round to move to 12 under par and leads the BMW PGA Championship.

Zach Parise said he doesn't care about the 18-year anniversary of Mark Messier's famous guarantee over the New Jersey Devils in 1994.

Canadian Ryder Hesjedal finished second on the 19th stage of Giro d'Italia to move within 17 seconds of overall leader Joaquin Rodriguez.

What must the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder do to advance to the NBA final? And which club are we picking to win?

The Toronto Blue Jays made several roster moves on Friday, sending Evan Crawford to Las Vegas and recalling David Cooper among them.

Blue Jays' pitcher Ricky Romero has struggled away from the Rogers Centre but the lefty's road woes are just an anomaly.

Join Sportsnet's Scott Carson Friday at 2 p.m. ET for a live chat on all things Blue Jays and MLB.

The Shawinigan Cataractes look to edge defending champion Saint John Sea Dogs in a QMJHL battle for a spot in the final against London.

Blue Jays pitcher Brandon Morrow looks to continue his dominant season when Toronto visits the slumping powerhouse Texas Rangers on Friday.

A Blue Jays off day Thursday provided the perfect opportunity to catch up with two of the team's cheekiest and most passionate fans.

The Montreal Canadiens officially appointed Rick Dudley as the team's new assistant general manager on Friday.

After smashing the Marlins scoreboard earlier this week, Giancarlo Stanton hit another tape measure shot into the Miami air at Marlins Park.

CNBC's sports business reporter Darren Rovell discusses the relevance of the rumors that the Yankees are for sale.

Some family members of England's black players will avoid travelling to the European Championship because of fears of racist abuse and violence.

"Their actions were unprofessional and unacceptable," the NHL's Colin Campbell said of the Phoenix Coyotes stars who slammed the officials.

Can Edson Barboza take another step up the UFC's lightweight ladder? Here's a breakdown of some notable UFC 146 fights.

The managerial dismissals, weakening squad, and high expectations of the fans have made managing Liverpool an unappetizing preposition.

It used to be expected that Spain at major tournaments would fall short of expectations; this year they head into Euro 2012 the favorite.

FIFA President Sepp Blatter has asked German great Franz Beckenbauer to find an alternative to the "tragedy" of penalty shootouts.

Edmonton Oilers prospect Magnus Paajarvi has a new role and a new number with the Oklahoma City Barons in the American Hockey League.

with Wayne Rooney suspended for England's first two games at the European Championship, manager Roy Hodgson needs to find a replacement.

Talks with Chelsea bosses have assured striker Fernando Torres his future lies with the Champions League winners.

Miami Beach police reportedly arrested New York Knicks' J.R. Smith on a bench warrant for not having a valid driver's licence.

Adam Lind hit his third home run with Las Vegas Thursday night, while catcher Travis d'Arnaud continued his torrid stretch at the plate.

New York Rangers coach John Tortorella is confident that he will get the most out of his team when they face the Devils tonight in Game 6.

Dan Haren struck out a career-high 14 in tossing his sixth career complete-game shutout in the Angels' win over the Mariners.

Shane Victorino and Freddy Galvis each drove in three runs and the Philadelphia Philles beat the St. Louis Cardinals.

Edmonton's Tara Whitten led a Canadian sweep of the first three spots in the Exergy Tour prologue.

Shawinigan Cataractes goaltender Gabriel Girard is anxious to face the Saint John Sea Dogs again and rebound in Friday's semifinal game.

The UFC and heavyweight champ Junior dos Santos helped fly a 9-year-old from Salvador to Vegas to see his hero defend his belt at UFC 146.

Alejandro De Aza hit a grand slam to cap a six-run sixth, leading the Chicago White Sox to an 11-8 victory over the Minnesota Twins.

The Shawinigan Cataractes coasted to a 6-1 win over the Edmonton Oil Kings to reach the semifinal game of the MasterCard Memorial Cup.

A person familiar with the situation says the Charlotte Bobcats will interview Jerry Sloan for their vacant head coaching position Friday.

Melky Cabrera had three hits and drove in four runs as the Giants beat the Marlins.

Sportsnet's Daren Millard, Nick Kypreos and John Garrett discuss Cataractes Brandon Gormley's enormous impact in Thursday's 6-1 win.

Dwyane Wade scored 41 points as the Heat finished off the Pacers in Game 6 on Thursday night to advance to the Eastern Conference finals.

Watch as the Shawinigan Cataractes put the puck past the Edmonton Oil Kings twice on the same play, just to make sure it counts.

The Bellator 70 weigh-ins have been completed from New Orleans, Louisiana in preparation for Bellator’s Friday night event.

Rookie Devin Mesoraco hit his first career grand slam on Thursday, leading the Reds to a 6-3 win and four-game sweep of the Braves.

The president of the International Olympic Committee says he'd be happy with a bid for a future Games from Quebec City.

Roy (Big Country) Nelson can be a man of few words. He also has the tendency to say some ridiculous things.

The CHL released the nominees for its top awards with Michael Houser, Yanni Gourde and Brendan Shinnimin up for CCM Player of the Year.

A Glendale city council member called Canadian cities chasing the Phoenix Coyotes franchise 'poachers.'

Aric Almirola took the pole for the Coca-Cola 600 Thursday, giving Richard Petty Motorsports a front-row sweep for NASCAR's longest race.

Cam Newton, who took the NFL by storm a year ago, earning AP Offensive Rookie of the Year honours, appears ready to take on a bigger role.

In this sports-crazed nation, IndyCar drivers are frustrated that their sport doesn't get more attention outside of the Indianapolis 500.

Eighteen years ago, Mark Messier guaranteed a Rangers Game 6 victory but this year's team is not making the same move.

NFL players union chief DeMaurice Smith says his group's claim of collusion will stand up in court.

Braves third baseman Chipper Jones received a base as a memento of his final trip to Cincinnati.

McLaren driver Jenson Button posted the fastest time in a rainy second practice at the Monaco Grand Prix on Thursday.

Susie Wheldon somberly celebrated her late husband Dan's Indianapolis 500 championship ring on Thursday.

Trainer of Triple Crown hopeful I'll Have Another suspended 45 days over a medical violation.

Catcher Miguel Olivo has been activated from the 15-day disabled list by the Seattle Mariners after missing close to a month.

Will Power has 18 victories since moving to America but is still looking to win an Indianapolis 500 and an IZOD IndyCar Series championship.

Zach Johnson shot a bogey-free 6-under 64 on Thursday to take a one-stroke lead after the first round of the Colonial.

Junior dos Santos says he was 'a crying boy' & not interested in violence as a kid before growing up to become the UFC heavyweight champion.

Report: the Toronto Blue Jays have acquired catcher Paul Phillips from the Milwaukee Brewers for cash.

The all-out blitzing New Orleans Saints appear to be a thing of the past under new defensive co-ordinator Steve Spagnuolo.

After four consecutive losses, Dan Hardy was falling out of love with the sport, but has now rediscovered his passion for martial arts.

Despite loss, Phoenix Coyotes build solid foundation in the desert with run to West finals.

Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol have partnered in owning a racehorse which will make its first start at Betfair Hollywood Park.

Detroit placed centre fielder and leadoff hitter Austin Jackson on the 15-day disabled list with an abdominal strain.

The officials' contract with the league expired last season and now they have agreed to federal mediation with the NFLPA.

LA Kings defenceman Drew Doughty is coming through with stellar playoff performances.

As Jays MVP so far this season, Edwin Encarnacion opens up about last season's woes and boos, and about his family life.

Roger Chapman shot a 3-under 68 on Thursday to take the early first-round lead at the Senior PGA Championship at Harbor Shores.

If you’re the Los Angeles Kings, sitting back and watching the Eastern Conference finals play out during your eight-day sabbatical before the Stanley Cup final, who do you root for?

Tomas Kopecky honoured the late Pavol Demitra by visiting his grave after Slovakia won the silver medal at the world championships.

Emilio Bonifacio is expected to be sidelined 4 to 6 weeks and Austin Kearns was also placed on the disabled list by the Marlins on Thursday.

The Toronto Maple Leafs signed Swedish defensive prospect Petter Granberg to a three-year entry level deal on Thursday.

NASCAR powerhouse Hendrick Motorsports is on a major roll heading into the Coca-Cola 600 after months of wondering if they would win again.

Rory McIlroy's first round in Europe in seven months proved to be an explosive one and could land him in trouble with golf's authorities.

Alex Liddi "the Italian Stallion" launches a grand salami, as the Mariners knock off the Rangers.

With all their skill and speed, the powerhouse Saint John Sea Dogs also know how to protect a lead as they showed on Wednesday night.

HC@Noon discusses Devils goalie Martin Brodeur's amazing perserverance, in a storied career that could end with a Stanley Cup.

Broncos' pass rushers Elvis Dumervil and Von Miller are carefully counting calories in their hunger to chase down quarterbacks in 2012.

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have released Canadian fullback James Green and signed import receiver Paul Hubbard.

Shaquille O’Neal has issued a statement saying that he is no longer interested in the Orlando Magic’s GM position.

Giants receiver Hakeem Nicks is expected to be sidelined up to 3 months after breaking his right foot at a team activity early Thursday.

Lightning GM Steve Yzerman told a radio station in Tampa Bay he'd prefer to get a get a goaltender in the draft or free agency.

LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, Kevin Durant, Dwight Howard, and Chris Paul have been named to the All-NBA First team.

With all the uncertainty surrounding starter Rashard Mendenhall, Isaac Redman is eager to prove to the Steelers that he can carry the load.

Mark Sanchez was sharp in the New York Jets' first session of OTAs open to the media, while backup Tim Tebow threw 2 interceptions.

Phoenix Coyotes GM Don Maloney confirmed there is no structural damage to the knee of defenceman Michal Roszival.

David Beckham's England career will be honoured at the team's final Euro 2012 warmup match, receiving a UEFA award for more than 100 caps.

Justin Masterson outdueled Justin Verlander and the first-place Indians did just enough to win 2-1 Thursday and sweep the Tigers.

Second-seeded Francesca Schiavone was hardly troubled as she beat Johanna Larsson 6-0, 6-3 to reach the Strasbourg International semifinals.

Hal Steinbrenner has denied reports that the New York Yankees are for sale, calling the rumours "pure fiction."

On this week's show, the boys talk about the Canadian Championship final and Canada's upcoming World Cup qualifying campaign.

Juventus coach Antonio Conte has signed a new three-year deal with the Serie A champion that will keep him with the club until 2015.

Nikolay Davydenko beat top-seeded John Isner 6-4, 7-6 (4) to reach the Open de Nice semifinals, while second-seeded Gilles Simon also won.

A year on from the first of two hip surgeries, Paul Stalteri, Canada's most capped men's soccer player, is healthy and looking for work.

Graeme McDowell was left to bemoan the rules after he was docked two shots on the last hole in a "freak" scenario at the BMW Championship.

This year's Conn Smythe Trophy winner will likely be based mostly on what he does in the final round of the Stanley Cup playoffs.

Pierre Lueders is leaving his job as development coach with the Canadian bobsleigh team.

Gael Monfils has withdrawn from the French Open because of a right knee injury.

Former major leaguer David Segui says he was told as far back as 2001 that Roger Clemens' strength coach had kept evidence against him.

Groningen striker Nicklas Pedersen and Jores Okore are the last two players to join Denmark squad for the European Championship.

Russia coach Dick Advocaat has dropped defender Roman Shishkin from his preliminary squad for the European championship because of illness.

The always entertaining Roy (Big Country) Nelson is expecting the unexpected when he fights Dave Herman at UFC 146.

The Montreal Impact have signed Marco Di Vaio, making the Italian forward their first designated player.

Canadian cyclist Ryder Hesjedal remains close behind overall leader Joaquin Rodriguez after 18 stages of the Giro d'Italia.

Former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez knows a win over Antonio Silva at UFC 146 puts him in the running to get his belt back.

Host Shawinigan Cataractes and defending champion Saint John Sea Dogs have each been fined after a game that degenerated into skirmishes.

FIFA says the Hawk-Eye goal line technology system will be tested at Wembley Stadium when England plays Belgium in a June 2 friendly.

The Hornets are trying to create a buzz in New Orleans by introducing a new mascot for the upcoming NBA Draft lottery .

Barcelona can cap four illustrious years under Pep Guardiola with a 14th trophy when it plays Athletic Bilbao in the Copa del Rey final.

Six-foot-11 Stefan (Skyscraper) Struve feels he has the advantage everywhere in his UFC 146 bout with heavy hitting Lavar Johnson.

The Montreal Impact have signed Marco Di Vaio, making the Italian forward their first designated player.

Peter Lawrie and David Drysdale shot 6-under 66s to share the first-round lead at the BMW PGA Championship on Thursday.

Heavyweight knockout artist Lavar (Big) Johnson had no hesitation about taking a fight with Stefan Struve on short notice at UFC 146.

In Wednesday's 5-3 loss to Nashville, Adam Lind went deep for his second home run in four games with the Las Vegas 51s.

Bayern Munich's coach Jupp Heynckes says he has no intention of stepping down before his contract expires at the end of the next season.

Stipe Miocic looks to remain undefeated in mixed martial arts as he takes on fellow heavyweight Shane del Rosario at UFC 146.

A plan is in motion to have counter-programming for female non-hockey fans who might be forced to tune into the Stanley Cup final next week.

The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed right wing Derek Dorsett to a three-year contract after his finest NHL season.

Ricky Romero has walked 27 batters over his past 23.1 innings and he let his frustration get the better of him Wednesday night on Twitter.

Former Strikeforce heavyweight contender Shane del Rosario is looking forward to displaying his exciting style of fighting at UFC 146.

New York Rangers vet Brad Richards hasn't scored a goal in five games, his longest drought since March. But did he have to resort to this?

MLB Insider Ken Rosenthal joins PTS to discuss whether or not the Jays will be buyers at the deadline, Lind's demotion, and the progress of Vladdy.

UFC heavyweight champion Junior dos Santos says he can submit Frank Mir but would love a knockout in the main event at UFC 146 Saturday.

The Shawinigan Cataractes are set to battle the Edmonton Oil Kings in their MasterCard Memorial Cup tiebreaker tonight on Sportsnet.

The host of Sekeres and Price on Team 1040 joins Prime Time Sports to discuss the contract extension of the Vancouver Canucks' head coach Alain Vigneault.

Gerry Dobson and Craig Forrest break down Toronto FC's victory over the Vancouver Whitecaps to win the Canadian championship.

Watch as Sea Dogs defenceman Nathan Beaulieu bails out goaltender Mathieu Corbeil by protecting an empty net against the Cataractes.

Captain Jonathan Huberdeau came up big on Wednesday night, with two goals and an assist in the Sea Dogs' 4-1 win vs. the Cataractes.

Jrue Holiday scored 20 points to lead the tough-and-determined Philadelphia 76ers past the Celtics to force a Game 7.

Ryan Carter snapped a tie with 4:24 left, and the New Jersey Devils posted a 5-3 victory over the New York Rangers in Game 5.

Major league baseballers have donated $310,000 from their Players Trust to help victims of the Japanese earthquake and tsunami.

Alex Rodriguez hit two homers to back another strong start for Andy Pettitte and lead the Yankees over the Royals.

The St. Louis Blues say assistant coach Scott Mellanby won't be back next season.

The defending champion Saint John Sea Dogs defeated the host Shawinigan Cataractes 4-1 to earn a semfinal berth at the Memorial Cup.

Reggie Lambe scored to give Toronto FC a 1-0 (2-1 agg.) victory over the Vancouver Whitecaps to win the Canadian Championship on Wednesday.

Cole Hamels pitched eight scoreless innings as the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Washington Nationals.

Ben Scrivens made 30 saves and the Toronto Marlies moved one win away from the Calder Cup final with a win over the Oklahoma City Barons.

A judge has ordered the release of a man arrested in connection with a shooting following a playoff game between the Thunder and Lakers.

The Shawinigan Cataractes-Saint John Sea Dogs game turned chippy with a pair of high crosschecks to the neck delivered by both teams.

Baltimor's Brian Roberts played his first game since sustaining a concussion more than a year ago, going 3 innings in double-A on Wednesday.

Report: former Orlando Magic star Shaquille O'Neal may meet with the team as soon as next week in regards to the general manager position.

Rusty Wallace, the 1989 series champion who won 55 races, headed the group of five picked Wednesday as NASCAR's newest Hall of Famers.

Kentucky Derby-winning trainer Doug O'Neill could be facing up a suspension for one of his horses testing for high carbon dioxide.

Canadian international midfielder Josh Simpson has broken his leg playing for BCS Young Boys against FC Basel in Switzerland.

New York Rangers forward Brandon Dubinsky could return to the lineup on Wednesday for Game 5.

HOCKEY CENTRAL looks at NHL coaching vacancies and whether Patrick Roy should coach the Montreal Canadiens.

Manny Ramirez might not be ready to play for the Oakland Athletics by May 30 when his suspension ends for using performance enhancing drugs.

Alex Smith says the additions of Randy Moss, Mario Manningham and first-round pick A.J. Jenkins is like waking up on Christmas.

Jason Dufner has won twice in the last four weeks after never winning before on the PGA Tour, yet has struggled at the Colonial.

Alex Liddi hit the first major league grand slam by an Italian-born player in a half-century as the Mariners beat the Rangers.

Tokyo, Madrid and Istanbul made the cut as the IOC executive board settled on a shortlist of finalists for the 2020 Olympics.

Miami Heat centre Dexter Pittman has been suspended three games by the NBA and forward Udonis Haslem was given a one-game suspension.

Yankees manager Joe Girardi will not commit to using David Robertson as his closer when the reliever returns from a ribcage injury.

About 4,000 fans showed up at LAX early Wednesday morning to welcome the Western Conference champion Kings back from Arizona.

The Chicago Bears have agreed to a one-year contract with defensive tackle Nate Collins.

Torii Hunter is expected to rejoin the Los Angeles Angels at some point next week after they return from their current trip.

The St. Louis Cardinals placed Matt Carpenter on the 15-day disabled list with a strained right side muscle.

The judge in the Roger Clemens trial threatened David Segui from the bench: 'If he doesn't show up, he'll be arrested like anyone else.'

Lucian Bute says he has no fears about the hostile crowd that most certainly awaits him in his attempt to defend his IBF title.

The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed right wing Derek Dorsett to a three-year contract after his finest NHL season.

They didn't win a championship, but Paul Postma thinks the St. John's IceCaps have a lot to celebrate after their first year in the AHL.

Federal prosecutors have been given a 45-day delay until July 19 to respond to Barry Bonds' appeal of his obstruction of justice conviction.

Frank Mir says he hopes to use submission skills against champion Junior dos Santos in a 1-on-1 with Showdown Joe ahead of UFC 146 in Vegas.

Pender Harbour makes his seasonal debut in Saturday's Grade 3, $150,000 Eclipse Stakes.

Tom Renney, who was let go by the Edmonton Oilers last week, said it's tough to leave a team midway through its rebuild.

Antonio (Bigfoot) Silva will be lighter than usual when he makes his UFC debut Saturday vs. Cain Velasquez in the UFC 146 co-main event.

It's been 17 years since a Canadian won the Indy 500, but James Hinchcliffe and Alex Tagliani have a shot at ending the drought Sunday.

Despite adding 6th overall pick Morris Claiborne and free agent Brandon Carr, the Cowboys say that have no plans to trade Mike Jenkins.

London Knight twins Matt and Ryan Rupert have been put into the agitator category all their lives, and they're embracing that role.

Miami Heat forward Chris Bosh hasn’t thrown in the towel on his season just yet.

Ricky Romero struggled with his command as the Blue Jays couldn't hold off the Rays in extras to lose another road series in Tampa Bay.

The New England Patriots have signed defensive end Chandler Jones, the first of 2 first-round picks the team selected in this year's draft.

Triple Crown contender I'll Have Another returned to the track for the first time since winning the Preakness for a jog around Belmont Park.

Defending F1 champ Sebastian Vettel heads to Monaco tied with Fernando Alonso and has five other drivers within 20 points of the top spot.

One win away from thoroughbred history, Mario Gutierrez is riding for his family in Mexico and his friends in Vancouver.

With Tom Watson, last year's winner, out because of a wrist injury, the Senior PGA will crown a new champion.

Helio Castroneves is making his second attempt to break up the American monopoly of four-time 500 winners.

The fulfillment of Justin Tuck's claim that the Giants can turn into an NFL dynasty began Wednesday at their first organized team activity.

Dave (Super) Mann, one of the most versatile players to ever wear the Toronto Argonauts uniform, died on Wednesday at the age of 79.

Daniel Nava and Kelly Shoppach hit 6th-inning homers to turn a tie game in Boston's favour, as the Red Sox beat the Orioles 6-5.

Nationals' Bryce Harper and Phillies' Cole Hamels meet for the first time since Hamels intentionally threw a pitch at Harper.

Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig says he doesn't think more video review of umpires' calls is needed, at least not right now.

Players on the Canadian national junior team can learn from a wide variety of experiences during the club’s tour of the Dominican Republic.

Brazil insists it's not worried about preparations for the 2014 World Cup even though only 5 per cent of planned projects are completed.

Defending champion Germany and Argentina improved their records to 2-0 at the Team World Cup on Wednesday.

Three-time champion Anabel Medina Garrigues and Francesca Schiavone both reached the quarterfinals of the Strasbourg International.

Usain Bolt is hoping to turn his only weakness into a strength in time for the London Olympics.

The San Francisco 49ers have signed three-time All-Pro punter Andy Lee to a six-year contract extension through the 2018 season.

John Isner hit 13 aces on his way to a hard-fought 7-6 (3), 7-6 (5) win against Belgium's Xavier Malisse at the Open de Nice on Wednesday.

Chennai Super Kings defeated Mumbai Indians by 38 runs on Wednesday to ensure a clash with Delhi Daredevils for a place in the IPL final.

NBA Most Valuable Player LeBron James is the leading vote-getter for the league's all-defensive team.

Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider said they will not be appearing on the HBO series Hard Knocks this summer.

UFC 146 Mashup is your hub for news, stories and opinion ahead of Saturday's first-ever all-heavyweight five-fight main card in Las Vegas.

Monday's Game 4 reiterated the nastiness of the New York Rangers and New Jeresey Devils rivalry, one that has produced some nasty moments.

The Vancouver Canucks have signed head coach Alain Vigneault to a contract extension.

After capturing her first win of 2012 in her SBOA Stakes elimination last week, Legal Entity will state her case for top prize at Mohawk.

Veteran Toronto Argonauts OT Rob Murphy is retiring from pro football, saying he feels he's accomplished all his goals on the field.

Bad investments. Hangers-on. And a $2-million bathtub. Sportsnet magazine investigates why so many pro athletes can't help but go broke.

Tune into Connected on Thursday, where Edwin Encarnacion talks about getting booed by Toronto fans at the beginning of last season.

The English FA has banned Queens Park captain Joey Barton for 12 matches for repeated violent conduct in the last match of the BPL season.

HC@Noon discusses Los Angeles Kings captain Dustin Brown's increasing reputation of a hit-and-run artist.

Two guest sportsnet.ca bloggers debate the Gilbert Melendez vs. Josh Thomson decision and if they should have a fourth fight in Strikeforce.

Newcastle has signed French midfielder Romain Amalfitano from Reims in the Premier League club's first transfer of the off-season.

Ottawa Senators assistant coach Luke Richardson was named head coach of the AHL's Binghamton Senators on Wednesday.

The NFLPA has filed federal court complaint accusing the NFL of conspiring to impose a secret salary cap during the uncapped 2010 season.

London's Vladislav Namestnikov won't face any further discipline for what appeared to be a hit to the head of Edmonton's Klarc Wilson.

In other effort to provide to its fans and enhance viewers' experience, the UFC has launched a digital version of its event program.

The Montreal Impact will host French Cup champion Olympique Lyonnais on July 24 at Saputo Stadium.

Finnish star forward Mikael Granlund has signed his contract with the Minnesota Wild and will join the team for training camp.

Joaquin Rodriguez won the 17th stage of the Giro d'Italia Wednesday to keep the overall lead as Canadian Ryder Hesjedal remains in second.

You be the judge: Should there be any suspensions for the flagrant fouls from Wednesday's physical affair between the Heat and Pacers?

Watch as the Kings' Mike Richards beats Mike Smith not once but twice on the same play, scoring double just to make sure it counts.

After frustrations boiled over in New Jersey's Game 4 win, the New York Rangers are looking to bounce back once again vs. the Devils.

The Toronto Blue Jays double-A affiliate won't be moving to Ottawa or anywhere else for that matter for at least the next two seasons.

Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli says he wants to remain with the Premier League champions.

Adam Lind went 2 for 3 with the Las Vegas 51s on Tuesday, raising his average with them to an even .500.

Luke Donald was awarded honorary life membership of the European Tour on Wednesday, the latest of a string of accolades for the Englishman.

Popular welterweight Mike Swick will make his long-awaited return to the UFC as he has agreed to take on DaMarques Johnson in August.

Must see: Phoenix Coyotes stars Shane Doan, Mike Smith, Keith Yandle sound off on the questionable non-call that preceded the Kings' win.

The Minnesota Vikings coach Leslie Frazier is trying to take advantage of every opportunity to better develop his young, rebuilt roster.

The MasterCard Memorial Cup host Shawinigan Cataractes can lock up a berth in the final with a win over Saint John Wednesday on Sportsnet.

Watch the Vancouver Whitecaps vs. Toronto FC in the Amway Canadian Championship final live on Sportsnet ONE at 8 pm ET/5 pm PT.

Glendale City Council approved a preliminary budget that includes $17 million to be paid to the prospective buyer of the Phoenix Coyotes.

The London Knights struck early Tuesday night against the Edmonton Oil Kings and it was thanks to twins Matt and Ryan Rupert.

Dustin Penner scored the overtime winner to lead the Los Angeles Kings to the Stanley Cup finals for only the second time as a franchise.

Kristina Vaculik of Whitby, Ont., led all competitors in the women's qualification round at the 2012 Canadian gymnastics championships.

Adam Wainwright threw a complete-game shutout and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the San Diego Padres 4-0 on Tuesday night.

LeBron James scored 30 points, Dwyane Wade added 28 and the Miami Heat thrashed the Indiana Pacers 115-83 to take a 3-2 series lead.

P.J. Walters tossed his first career complete game and Justin Morneau hit a 3-run homer as the Twins routed the White Sox.

Chris Perez, greeted by a standing ovation when he left the bullpen, helped the Cleveland Indians secure a 5-3 win over the Detroit Tigers.

Brian Matusz allowed two hits and struck out nine in 6 1-3 innings and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Boston Red Sox.

Robinson Cano homered and the New York Yankees-- still looking to bust out with the bats -- eked out a 3-2 victory over the Royals Tuesday.

The London Knights scored twice in the first and held on for a 4-1 win vs. the Edmonton Oil Kings at the MasterCard Memorial Cup on Tuesday.

Jordan Zimmermann pitched six solid innings, and Ian Desmond and Rick Ankiel homered to lead the Nationals over the Phillies.

Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Brett Lawrie had a pair of incidents with umpires on Tuesday night in a loss to the Tampa Bay Rays.

Brandon Phillips drove in three runs with a pair of homers on Tuesday, leading the Cincinnati Reds to a 4-3 victory over the Atlanta Braves.

London Knights forward Vladislav Namestnikov threw a questionable hit on Edmonton Oil Kings forward Klarc Wilson during Tuesday's game.

Edmonton Oil Kings forward Henrik Samuelsson makes a nifty pass to defenceman Keegan Lowe who scores as the first period winds down.

The late Joe Paterno earned a state pension of US$13.4 million for his 61-year coaching career at Penn State.

Franklin Gutierrez has taken his first steps in coming back from a problematic foot injury.

Police have arrested a 19-year-old man in connection with a shooting that wounded 8 people shortly after the Thunder-Lakers NBA game.

New Buccaneers coach Greg Schiano insists he wasn't sending a message by trading tight end Kellen Winslow, just improving the football team.

Dustin Tokarski stopped all 29 shots he faced as the Norfolk Admirals shut out-- and swept-- the St. John's IceCaps 4-0 on Tuesday.

First base umpire Andy Fletcher left Tuesday night's game between Toronto and Tampa Bay after being hit by a batted ball.

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell meets with the media to discuss the Bills Toronto Series being extended and the NFL playing in London.

The Washington Nationals activated right-hander Chien-Ming Wang from the disabled list on Tuesday.

The Vancouver Whitecaps women's squad announced on Tuesday that it will face Canada's national women's team in a friendly.

Olympic hopeful Peng Peng Lee will miss the Canadian national championships, announced Gymnastics Canada on Tuesday.

Brewers first baseman Mat Gamel had surgery Tuesday to repair the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee.

Chris Perez wants to stay in Cleveland, even if he is at odds with some Indians fans.

Peyton Manning and Champ Bailey are giving the Denver Broncos' restocked secondary two thumbs-up.

DT Eric Wilson announced his retirement Tuesday after eight seasons in the CFL, including the last five with the Montreal Alouettes.

Cyclist Clara Hughes has been given a clean bill of health after a crash in a road race and only suffered scratches and a minor bruises.

The Vancouver Whitecaps will try to win their first Amway Canadian Championship on Wednesday versus Toronto FC on Sportsnet.

After three decades in the NFL, Commissioner Roger Goodell knows he won't please a lot of people with tough decisions.

The Oklahoma City Thunder haven't found any shortcuts (Mavericks, Lakers, Spurs) as they try to climb to the top of the Western Conference.

MLB Insider Ken Rosenthal joins PTS to discuss if the Jays will be buyers at the deadline, Lind's demotion, and the progress of Vladdy.

Prosecutors: no felony charges for 4 men arrested in Dodgers' parking lot brawl resulting in the attack of Bryan Stow.

Canada has added defender Dejan Jakovic to its roster for a friendly against the U.S. and the next set of World Cup qualifiers in June.

Nick Kypreos joins HC@Noon to give us the latest on the MasterCard Memorial Cup, where all four teams are 1-1 and anyone can win the prize.

The NBA has released a list of 60 players who have been invited to participate in the league's draft combine in Chicago from June 6-8.

It's been years since a rookie QB joined the Dolphins with the lofty expectations that accompany Ryan Tannehill, but he fitting right in.

Arjen Robben was booed by many of his home Bayern Munich fans when he made an appearance for the Netherlands in a friendly on Tuesday.

Adam Lind being sent to Vegas was the news of the week, which opens the door for Vladimir Guerrero; Also we talk with Blue Jay Yan Gomes.

The Boston Red Sox have activated Kevin Youkilis from the 15-day disabled list and put outfielder Ryan Sweeney on the 7-day concussion DL.

Pacers coach Frank Vogel talks about his team standing up for each other, after the on-courts altercations in Game 4.

Spain striker David Villa has ruled himself out of the European Championship after failing to recover from a leg injury.

The Chicago White Sox have agreed to a contract with veteran infielder Orlando Hudson for the rest of the season.

Switzerland midfielder Tranquillo Barnetta is leaving Bayer Leverkusen when his contract expires next month.

'I think at times we have to dial down our emotions,' said vet Nate Burleson on Tuesday after Titus Young was sent home from Lions OTA's.

Canada won't have a women's pair entry in London after Natalie Mastracci and Larissa Lagzdins settled for fourth-place at qualifiers.

IndyCar officials have decided not to give Lotus engines an added boost for Sunday's Indianapolis 500.

Colt McCoy spoke with reporters on Tuesday, saying all he could ask for is a fair competition between him and 1st-round pick Brandon Weeden.

Rookie of the Year Kyrie Irving of Cleveland is the lone unanimous choice to the NBA's All-Rookie team.

The current scoring leader of the 2012 NHL playoffs is no longer actively playing hockey. He is, however, actively playing. Beer pong, that is.

A person with knowledge of the situation says the New York Knicks and coach Mike Woodson are finalizing a multiyear deal.

The United States fell to its second straight defeat at the Team World Cup on Tuesday, while Serbia posted its second victory in two matches.

Strong Indy 500 could make rookie Josef Newgarden new American face of IndyCar racing.

Cain Velasquez knows his UFC 146 fight vs. Antonio Silva is a big test but could get him one step closer to a rematch with Junior dos Santos.

Triple Crown contender I'll Have Another is recovering well from Saturday's Preakness victory.

Former QB Joe Theisman believes he is suffering the long-term effects of concussions sustained from his days on the football the field.

Three-time U.S. Open champion Kim Clijsters says this year's version of the tournament will be her last event before retiring.

Jacques Kallis produced a fine allround effort of 30 and 2-24 as Kolkata Knight Riders secured an 18-run win over Delhi Daredevils.

The National Hockey League released the schedule for the 2012 Stanley Cup final on Tuesday.

Tension around BMO Field reached a critical level, with TFC players like Danny Koevermans showing their frustration in all the wrong ways.

Vladimir Guerrero says he had other offers but the chance to return to Canada was a major reason why he signed with the Toronto Blue Jays.

FIFA gave a huge boost to Kosovo's push for international recognition by clearing its 208 member countries to begin playing friendlies.

The Pittsburgh Steelers returned to work Tuesday with a new offensive playbook but without Pro Bowl wide receiver Mike Wallace.

Memorial Tournament winners Ernie Els, Jim Furyk, Justin Rose and Vijay Singh have each committed to play in next week's tournament.

Right-hander Jason Marquis was removed from the roster on Tuesday, ending his stint with the Twins after just seven starts.

Second-seeded Francesca Schiavone eased into the second round of the Strasbourg International.

Coming off of the Marlies' big Game 3 win at home against the Oklahoma City Barons, the former Wisconsin Badger talks to Matt Brown about his club's resiliency, playing with different defensive partners and what it's like to be only two wins away from a Calder Cup berth.

Cleveland Browns linebacker Scott Fujita says he is innocent in the New Orleans Saints' bounty scandal and wants his reputation restored.

At least one of the jurors in the Roger Clemens perjury trial has some concerns about a key witness' credibility.

Toyota will use a re-designed Camry for NASCAR's 2013 Sprint Cup season.

The Hockey Night In Canada correspondent joins Boomer from the New York/New Jersey area, site of a very physical Game 4 between the New York Rangers and New Jersey Devils.

After a second straight 2nd-round playoff exit, the 16-time champion Los Angeles Lakers will debate an overhaul.

MLB player Vladimir Guererro addressed the media Tuesday in Dunedin for the first time as a Toronto Blue Jay.

Hall of Fame RB Eric Dickerson is the latest former player to sue the National Football League and seek compensation for head injuries.

The NFL has made thigh and knee pads mandatory equipment for the 2013 season.

Toronto FC forward Danny Koevermans vented his frustration to reporters after practice on Tuesday.

Fifth-seeded Bernard Tomic of Australia and seventh-seeded Denis Istomin of Uzbekistan won Tuesday to reach the second round of the Open de Nice.

Globe Sports and globesports.com columnist Eric Duhatschek joins Boomer from Phoenix where Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals is set to go on Tuesday night between the Coyotes & L.A. Kings.

Manchester City coach Roberto Mancini has dismissed rumours he in talks with AC Milan over strikers Mario Balotelli and Carlos Tevez.

An arbitrator has decided to let the NFL's salary cap reductions against the Dallas Cowboys and Washington Redskins stand.

The Toronto Blue Jays and the Tampa Bay Rays are underway. Join the live chat at our BlackBerry Game Zone page now.

The Kings look to extend their road winning streak to eight games and punch a ticket to the Cup final when they visit Phoenix Tuesday night.

Aroldis Chapman is being sued for $18 million by a Cuban-American man imprisoned for his involvement in human trafficking.

Another Canadian has been added to UFC 149 in Calgary as Toronto's Claude Patrick will take on James Head in a welterweight bout.

Alex Tagliani talks about his strategy coming into the Indy 500 and the passing of his teammate Dan Wheldon.

Todd Gill has been named the head coach of the Canadian under-18 men's hockey team for the annual Ivan Hlinka Memorial Tournament in August.

Jon Izaguirre of Spain won the 16th stage of the Giro d'Italia on Tuesday while Canadian Ryder Hesjedal remained in second place overall.

There is a new level of intrigue at the MasterCard Memorial Cup, as for the first time ever all four junior hockey teams have identical 1-1 records.

Boston Celtics star Kevin Garnett says the Philadelphia 76ers have 'fair-weather' fans.

After a sweet and sour season in Los Angeles, Lakers centre Andrew Bynum is uncertain of what the future holds for him.

Manchester City says midfielder Owen Hargreaves is leaving the English Premier League champions after making just four appearances.

Yunel Escobar's tiebreaking solo shot and some fine pitching for the Blue Jays closed the gap between Toronto and the Tampa Bay Rays in MLB's AL East.

Giancarlo Stanton's grand-slam smash Monday night was hit so hard it put a dent in the new scoreboard at Marlins Ballpark.

Cleaning out the front office may not have be enough to get Dwight Howard to stay with the Orlando Magic.

The Boston Red Sox are 9-2 since David Ortiz called a team meeting, but Big Papi grew testy Monday when the topic of leadership came up.

Chelsea says striker Didier Drogba is leaving the European champions after eight years.

The Golden State Warriors are ready to move back to San Francisco.

Jose Mourinho has agreed to extend his contract with Real Madrid for two years which will keep him at the club until the end of 2015-16.

In the waning moments of Game 4, after Brodeur made some great saves and took a sucker punch, the 40-year-old broke yet another NHL record.

England will play four tests, five one-day internationals and two Twenty20 matches on its first full tour of India since 2008.

The London Knights and Edmonton Oil Kings look to bounce back with a win and avoid Thursday's tiebreaker when they face off Tuesday night.

Oklahoma City police say at least eight people were shot Monday near the Thunder's home arena after the game against the Los Angeles Lakers.

With every out the New York Yankees made and every run they gave up, the boos from the sparse crowd got louder.

The Oklahoma City Thunder surged in the second half to beat Los Angeles in Game 5 Monday night and eliminate the Lakers from the playoffs.

Martin Brodeur: "I never got punched like that in my career... It kind of surprised me more than anything, but now I know I can take a punch."

Reds pitcher Aroldis Chapman has been arrested for speeding and driving with a suspended license in central Ohio.

David Ortiz homered in the sixth inning to start Boston's comeback from a three-run deficit as the Red Sox beat the Baltimore Orioles.

Martin Brodeur made 27 saves and had an assist as the New Jersey Devils defeated the New York Rangers, 4-1, Monday night.

Giancarlo Stanton hit a scoreboard-smashing grand slam and the Miami Marlins beat the Colorado Rockies 7-4 on Monday night.

Zach Phillips scored twice and the defending champion Saint John Sea Dogs defeated the Edmonton Oil Kings 5-2 on Monday night.

Yunel Escobar's tiebreaking solo shot and some fine pitching for the Blue Jays closed the gap between Toronto and the Tampa Bay Rays.

Brandon Bass scored 27 points to lead the Boston Celtics to a 101-85 win over the Philadelphia 76ers and take a 3-2 series lead.

Pierre-Cedric Labrie was the overtime hero as the Norfolk Admirals edged the St. John's IceCaps 1-0 on Monday in Game 3 of their AHL seres.

Daniel Cormier made $100,000, including a $50,000 win bonus on Saturday in San Jose at the Strikeforce heavyweight Grand Prix tournament.

Boston Red Sox outfielder Cody Ross has a broken bone in his left foot and could be sidelined six to eight weeks.

Hall of Famer Tony Gwynn is joining with movie producer Thomas Tull in an attempt to buy the San Diego Padres.

B.J. Upton of the Tampa Bay Rays got a home run after a video review determined his ball struck an overhanging catwalk at Tropicana Field.

Moyer started for the Rockies in Miami on Monday night, making his debut at the newly opened Marlins Park, the 50th MLB park of his career.

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Vernon Wells will undergo right thumb surgery Tuesday and is expected to be sidelined eight to 10 weeks.

Tiger Woods insists he is close to contending on a weekly basis, even if recent results suggest otherwise.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers traded tight end Kellen Winslow to the Seattle Seahawks for a draft pick and signed former Colts star Dallas Clark.

Lance Berkman of the St. Louis Cardinals will be sidelined at least six to eight weeks with an injured right knee.

The New England Patriots have announced that Wes Welker has signed a franchise tender contract.

Toronto's Brett Lawrie spoke to the media on Monday before returning from his 4-game suspension, describing his time off as 'annoying.'

The Tampa Bay Rays have acquired Sutton from Pittsburgh, just one day after the Pirates made a trade to get him.

The Canadian men's ice hockey team will be grouped with Finland, Norway and a lower-level qualifier at the 2014 Sochi Olympics.

Matt Frattin scored two goals, including the game-winner as the Toronto Marlies defeated the Oklahoma City Barons in Game 3 on Monday.

Nick Diaz was suspended for one year by the Nevada State Athletic Commission for his positive test for marijuana metabolites at UFC 143.

Peyton Manning discusses the excitement of organized team activities with his new club, and how different it feels to be a Denver Bronco.

Paul Buttigieg's Gypsy Ring, under a strong ride by Justin Stein, held off a determined Paso Doble to win New Providence Stakes at Woodbine.

Sergio Santos gets us up to speed on his recovery from right shoulder inflammation, as he feels like he's getting close.

Big crowds at Nationals Park, Minute Maid Park and Yankee Stadium helped the MLB set its top weekend attendance total since 2009.

Robert Griffin III got off on the right foot in his first workout alongside veterans, looking great in organized team activities on Monday.

In Gregg Zaun's latest lesson he examines the Rogers Centre's turf, how all the seams are fit together and how it might affect play.

The Texas Rangers have placed right-hander Neftali Feliz on the 15-day disabled list with right elbow inflammation.

Chael Sonnen was granted a therapeutic used exemption for testosterone replacement therapy and is cleared to fight Anderson Silva at UFC 148

A season of discontent has ended with the firing of Magic head coach Stan Van Gundy. The team also agreed to part ways with GM Otis Smith.

Toronto Blue Jays catcher J.P. Arencibia was named player of the week after solid outings against the New York Mets and New York Yankees.

Tomas Berdych helped the Czech Republic rally for a 2-1 victory over Japan at the Team World Cup on Monday.

New York Jets defensive lineman Kenrick Ellis has pleaded guilty to assault and battery stemming from a 2010 fight while attending college.

Tamira Paszek overcame a second-set blip to beat Alberta Brianti of Italy 6-4, 0-6, 6-4 in the first round of the Strasbourg International.

HOCKEYCENTRAL's Doug MacLean and Jeff Marek discuss how bad the ice is in Shawinigan and who it affects most.

Texans star receiver Andre Johnson says he'll be sidelined for three to four weeks after undergoing arthroscopic surgery on his left knee.

Not only is Kyrie Irving the 2012 NBA Rookie of the Year, but he is the star of a new commercial that has become an internet sensation.

Canadian midfielder Dwayne de Rosario of D.C. United was named the MLS player of the week on Monday.

Anthony Kim will miss the rest of the FedEx Cup season to treat chronic tendinitis in his left arm.

Standing second overall in the Giro d'Italia, Canadian Ryder Hesjedal has five stages to go before the race finishes Sunday in Milan.

The Philadelphia Eagles signed rookie quarterback Nick Foles to a four-year contract, the team announced Monday.

Coach Carlo Ancelotti will face another one of his old clubs when PSG takes on Italian champion Juventus as part of its preseason tour in July.

Defenceman Jamie McBain has signed a new two-year contract with Carolina Hurricanes worth US$3.6 million.

A judge has denied a request from former Penn State assistant coach Jerry Sandusky to delay the June 5 start of his child sex-abuse trial.

Toronto Raptors guard-forward DeMar DeRozan has been named to the 2012 USA Basketball Select Team.

Manchester City coach Roberto Mancini has downplayed rumours he is interested in signing AC Milan striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

Robin Soderling, who is struggling to overcome the effects of mono, said Monday he will miss the French Open, Wimbledon and the Olympics.

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The Toronto Raptors will pursue soon-to-be restricted free agent Jeremy Lin this summer, according to a report in the New York Post.

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Jesse Litsch tells Sportsnet his shoulder injury and subsequent infection has become 'career threatening.'

The key witness in the Roger Clemens perjury trial testified Monday about three other MLB players who he said took human growth hormone.

A driver was beaten in the Dodger Stadium parking lot after a weekend game and four people were arrested, police said Monday.

San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum gets shaken up after being plowed into by Oakland's Colin Cowgill at home plate.

The talk has heated up between the New York Rangers and New Jersey Devils prior to Game 4 of the Eastern Conference final Monday.

Should Chelsea hire caretaker boss Roberto Di Matteo as its new full-time manager? Have your say by voting in our online poll.

Rafael Nadal beat top-ranked Novak Djokovic 7-5, 6-3 Monday to win the Italian Open for a record sixth time.

Triple Crown-winning jockey Steve Cauthen likes I'll Have Another's chances at winning the coveted Triple Crown.

Bastian Schweinsteiger has apologized to Germany's president for failing to shake his outstretched hand after Bayern's loss to Chelsea.

Coach Vicente del Bosque recalled Fernando Torres for Spain's warm-up matches ahead of the upcoming European Championship.

The Sea Dogs look to bounce back against the Oil Kings Monday night on Sportsnet at 7 p.m. ET after losing their opener on Saturday.

Tim Duncan scored 21 points and the San Antonio Spurs rallied in the final minutes to sweep the Los Angeles Clippers.

Things get ugly at the end of the game between the Shawinigan Cataractes and the London Knights.

Canada's national team coach Glenn Hoag said his squad was taught a valuable lesson in a 17-25, 25-19, 25-21, 25-19 loss to Poland.

Scott Van Slyke hit his first major league homer, a go-ahead three-run shot in the 7th, as the L.A. Dodgers beat the St. Louis Cardinals.

Defenceman Brandon Gormley scored twice and added an assist as the Shawinigan Cataractes downed the London Knights 6-2 at the Memorial Cup.

Eric Brunner's goal in the 19th minute broke a three-match scoring drought and the Portland Timbers went on to defeat the Chicago Fire 2-1.

In only his first four games in the big leagues, Yan Gomes has provided the Blue Jays with some help on offence but can he keep it up?

Pitcher Clayton Richard scored the winning run from first base on an error with two outs in the 13th inning as the Padres beat the Angels.

The Pittsburgh Pirates say they have acquired minor league infielder Drew Sutton from the Atlanta Braves for cash.

IndyCar has levied $275,000 in fines to 13 different teams, including Indianapolis 500 pole-sitter Ryan Briscoe.

A baseball jersey worn by Babe Ruth has sold for more than $4.4 million, a record for any item of sports memorabilia.

HOCKEY CENTRAL Insiders Brad May and John Shannon discuss the trash talk between the New York Rangers and New Jersey Devils.

The St. Louis Cardinals have placed first baseman Lance Berkman on the 15-day disabled list because of an injured right knee.

Bob Boozer, a member of the dominating 1960 Olympic basketball team who went on to star in the NBA, has died of a brain aneurysm. He was 75.

Dennis Lauscha will take over as president of the New Orleans Saints.

HOCKEY CENTRAL Insiders John Shannon and Brad May analyze the Phoenix Coyotes win over the Los Angeles Kings in Game 4.

Rangers forward Brandon Prust has been suspended one game for an elbow to the back of the head of Devils defenceman Anton Volchenkov.

Montpellier won the French league title for the first time after beating Auxerre 2-1 away on Sunday in a chaotic match.

Jesus Montero and Justin Smoak hit back-to-back home runs and the Seattle Mariners held on to beat the Colorado Rockies.

Jason Dufner made a 25-foot birdie putt on 18 Sunday for a one-stroke victory in the Byron Nelson Championship, his 2nd win in four weeks.

Miami's dynamic duo took over after halftime to bring the Heat even in the series with a 101-93 win over the Indiana Pacers in Game 4.

Domenic Triumbari's Blues Dancing went gate-to-wire to capture her first added-money score in Sunday's $125,000 Lady Angela Stakes.

Mike Smith made 36 saves in his 3rd playoff shutout, as the Phoenix Coyotes avoided elimination with a 2-0 victory over the L.A. Kings.

As trainer Doug O'Neill heads home, Preakness winner I'll Have Another arrived at Belmont Park to begin training for his Triple Crown bid.

Napoli beat Serie A champion Juventus 2-0 in the Italian Cup final on Sunday to lift its first major trophy in 22 years.

Philadelphia Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro defended the club's treatment of Ryan Howard in response to a newspaper report.

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. wins his third straight NASCAR Nationwide race at Iowa Speedway.

Johnny Cueto pitched effectively into the eighth inning as the Cincinnati Reds defeated the New York Yankees.

Josh Beckett pitched 7 2-3 strong innings as the Boston Red Sox defeated the Philadelphia Phillies.

Down 6-2 after five innings, the Toronto Blue Jays roared back to within a run Sunday but the New York Mets held on to avoid the sweep.

Academica won its second Portuguese Cup by beating Sporting Lisbon 1-0.

Tim Hudson scattered four hits over 7 2-3 innings, David Ross homered and the Atlanta Braves beat the Tampa Bay Rays.

Canada won three gold medals at the Orenburg European Cup judo tournament Sunday.

Dutchman Robert Gesink, eight months after breaking his leg in a training accident, has won the Tour of California.

Dale Hunter said Patrick Roy should weigh what he'd give up against what he'd gain if he decides to leave a sweet set-up in junior hockey.

Russia steamrolled its way to the gold Sunday with an impressive 6-2 victory over Slovakia, completing a perfect run through a tournament.

Stephen Strasburg hits first major league homer, strikes out eight to lead Nationals to 9-3 win over Orioles.

The Czech Republic scored three goals in the opening period against Finland and held on to win bronze at the IIHF World Hockey Championship.

Ed Carpenter has become the 33rd driver to qualify for the Indianapolis 500, assuring race officials they will have a full field.

This week on UFC Central: Jon Jones wrecks his Bentley, a possible Koscheck-Penn fight, and Jason MacDonald demonstrates the D'Arce choke.

It didn't take teams very long to figure out their best shot at winning the All-Star race would be in the first 20 laps and fans are upset.

Belgian Nicolas Colsaerts defied fierce winds and a battling Graeme McDowell to capture the World Match Play Championship on Sunday.

Four-time Gold Glove second baseman Orlando Hudson appears set to join the Chicago White Sox with Brent Morel likely heading to the DL.

Maria Sharapova retained the Italian Open title with a 4-6, 6-4, 7-6 (5) victory over Li Na in a match featuring wild swings of momentum.

Canadian-owned I'll Have Another came out of the Preakness on top and is now on to New York for a shot at the Triple Crown at the Belmont.

Sea Dogs captain Jonathan Huberdeau will not be suspended for a questionable hit he laid on Matt Rupert Saturday night in the Memorial Cup.

Argentina won both singles matches to take an unassailable 2-0 lead over the United States on Sunday, the opening day of the Team World Cup.

Closer Chris Perez is frustrated after being booed by Indians fans and feels Cleveland should start supporting the first-place team better.

Travis Snider has suffered another injury setback.

One day after lifting the Champions League trophy, Chelsea striker Fernando Torres says he is not happy with his limited role on the team.

Azahara Munoz beat Candie Kung 2 and 1 on Sunday to win the Sybase Match Play Championship after Morgan Pressel was penalized for slow play.

Thousands of Chelsea fans lined the streets of west London Sunday to see the club's first Champions League-winning side parade the trophy.

World champion Catharine Pendrel is already looking ahead after what she called the worst performance of her year.

Canadians Ryan Cochrane and Hugues Fournel increased their Olympic nomination hopes by winning the bronze medal in the K-2 200-metre race.

Joaquin Rodriguez was a close second in the 15th stage of the Giro d'Italia, but took back the overall lead from Canadian Ryder Hesjedal.

Bayern Munich's dramatic downfall in the Champions League final could have a negative impact on Germany's hopes of winning at Euro 2012.

The New York Mets placed right-hander Miguel Batista on the 15-day disabled list Sunday and recalled right-hander Chris Schwinden.

The host Shawinigan Cataractes look to bounce back when they face the London Knights on Sunday at the MasterCard Memorial Cup on Sportsnet.

IIHF president Rene Fasel is more than happy to wait for the NHL to make a decision on whether it will send its players to the Olympics.

South African Dale Steyn took three wickets for eight runs and led Deccan Chargers to a nine-run victory over Royal Challengers Bangalore.

The Phoenix Coyotes are down 0-3 in the Western Conference finals and will try to avoid the sweep in Game 4 against the Los Angeles Kings.

Jorge Lorenzo mastered the rain-soaked Le Mans track to win the French Grand Prix at Le Mans for the third time on Sunday.

The Toronto Blue Jays and the New York Mets are underway. Join the live chat now on our BlackBerry Game Zone page.

Watch as Saint John Sea Dogs captain Jonathan Huberdeau scores from the blue-line against London Knights goaltender Michael Houser.

Chelsea chairman Bruce Buck says the club will hold talks with forward Didier Drogba about a new contract next week.

Adam Lind says he doesn't know if he has been placed on waivers by the Toronto Blue Jays.

Kevin Durant scored 31 points and hit the tiebreaking 3-pointer as the Thunder defeated the Lakers to take a 3-1 series lead.

Include Me Out beat early leader Ellafitz by three-quarters of a length Saturday in the $150,000 Marjorie L. Everett Handicap.

Daniel (DC) Cormier defeated veteran Josh (The War Master) Barnett to preserve to win the Strikeforce heavyweight Grand Prix tournament.

Clara Hughes of Glen Sutton, Que., won the Chrono Gatineau Time Trial on Saturday in 23 minutes 56.76 seconds.

Saint John Sea Dogs captain Jonathan Huberdeau may be suspended at the MasterCard Memorial Cup for a questionable hit he laid on Saturday.

David Ortiz homered, singled and drove in two runs to lead the Boston Red Sox to a 7-5 win over Philadelphia.

Bruce Chen won his third straight start and the Kansas City Royals beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-3 Saturday night.

The Baltimore Orioles matched a season high with their fifth straight win, 6-5 over the Washington Nationals on Saturday night.

Dayan Viciedo, A.J. Pierzynski and Adam Dunn all homered as the Chicago White Sox beat the Cubs 7-4 on Saturday night.

Miami first baseman Gaby Sanchez has been sent to the minors a year after he was an all-star, as the Marlins may be looking at Adam Lind.

The Rochester Knighthawks won the Champion's Cup, the National Lacrosse League's top prize, by defeating the Edmonton Rush.

Canadian Dwayne De Rosario scored two first-half goals, and D.C. United handed Toronto FC its MLS-record ninth loss to open the season 3-1.

Austin Watson had a goal and two assists as the London Knights upset the defending champion Saint John Sea Dogs at the Memorial Cup.

Saer Sene scored twice for the New England Revolution, and Houston's Luiz Camargo tied it for the Dynamo with 3 minutes left in a 2-2 draw.

Dane Richards scored with New York playing a man short, as the Red Bulls beat Montreal 2-1, ending a 2-0-2 run for the Impact.

After leading Chelsea to the biggest trophy in club football, Roberto di Matteo's future as manager of the London club is still in doubt.

Trevor Plouffe hit a solo home run in the top of the 11th inning to lift the Minnesota Twins to a 5-4 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers.

HOCKEY CENTRAL discusses Philadelphia Flyers captain Chris Pronger's situation and whether he'll retire soon.

Jimmie Johnson won his third All-Star race on Saturday night by pulling away over the 10-lap sprint to the $1 million prize.

Via Villaggio rallied in the stretch to catch huge favourite Sister Moon and win the $100,000 Railbird Stakes.

Robert Gesink won the difficult 7th stage of the Tour of California to take a 46-second lead in the overall standings into the final leg.

The Toronto Blue Jays placed Adam Lind on outright waivers on Friday, according to a report on CBSSports.com.

According to Dan Hardy, champion Junior Dos Santos has given former title-holder Frank Mir extra motivation for their showdown at UFC 146.

James Hinchcliffe had a little help when he delivered an electrifying performance in qualifying at the Indianapolis 500.

Corporate Jungle rallied in the deep stretch to beat Successful Mission by a half-length in the $75,000 Elkwood Stakes at Monmouth Park.

Eugene Melnyk's Roxy Gap was the commanding winner of the $183,000 Grade 2 Hendrie Stakes at Woodbine on Saturday.

Hudson Steele, the 3-1 favourite, beat Humble and Hungry by 2 1/2 lengths Saturday in the $300,000 Dixie Stakes.

Fredy Montero's 90th minute goal gave the Seattle Sounders a 2-2 draw with the Vancouver Whitecaps in MLS action Saturday afternoon.

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. looks for Nationwide 3-peat at Iowa Speedway.

Pacers reserve guard Lance Stephenson apologized for making a choking gesture toward LeBron James.

Montreal's Ivan Menjivar is set to fight Mike Easton at UFC 148, the UFC confirmed Saturday.

Matt Joyce hit a grand slam and Alex Cobb won his first start of the season as the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Atlanta Braves 5-2 on Saturday.

Jason Vargas threw seven strong innings, Kyle Seager homered and drove in three runs, and the Seattle Mariners beat the free-falling Rockies

Chelsea defeated Bayern Munich in Saturday's Champions Leage final. Relive all the dramatic moments of the match with our photo essay.

Didier Drogba wins the Champions League title for Chelsea in perhaps his last game with the club.

Canadian-owned I'll Have Another took the lead down the stretch to win the Preakness and keep alive his hopes of winning the Triple Crown.

England striker Wayne Rooney has been given an extended break to get fit before Euro after playing while injured for Manchester United.

Didier Drogba scored the decisive penalty in the shootout as Chelsea beat Bayern Munich to win the Champions League final.

Saginaw takes the Affirmed Success Stakes at Belmont Park.

Watch a fantasy breakdown of all the heavyweight action at UFC 146, which features a title fight between Junior dos Santos and Frank Mir.

The Spurs rallied from 24-point deficit to beat Clippers and take a commanding 3-0 lead in the series.

Jason Dufner shot a 1-under 69 on Saturday, enough to keep a one-stroke lead heading into the final round of the Byron Nelson Championship.

Rangers Brandon Prust will have a hearing Sunday for an elbow to the back of the head of the Devils' Anton Volchenkov during Game 3.

Eugenie Bouchard of Westmount, Que., defeated Serbia's Milana Spremo 6-3, 6-0 in the final Saturday of the Futures Rising Star.

Joey Votto hit a three-run homer to help the Cincinnati Reds hold off the New York Yankees 6-5 on Saturday afternoon.

It's common for professional sports franchises to share facilities, but the Staples Center has taken chaotic scheduling to another level.

Top-ranked Novak Djokovic edged Roger Federer on Saturday to set up another meeting with rival Rafael Nadal in the Italian Open final.

Didier Drogba scored the decisive penalty in the shootout as Chelsea beat Bayern Munich to win the Champions League final.

Henrik Lundqvist stopped all 36 shots he faced as the New York Rangers blanked the New Jersey Devils 3-0 in Game 3 on Saturday.

Brandon Morrow was dominant once again on Saturday vs. the New York Mets striking out eight for his second complete-game shutout this month.

London Knights captain Jarred Tinordi's father Mark played 12 seasons in the NHL and the young defenceman looks to follow the same path.

All-star forward Claude Giroux headlines a list of five Philadelphia Flyers who needed off-season surgery.

The Chicago Cubs have reacquired catcher Koyie Hill in a deal with the Cincinnati Reds for cash considerations.

Ricky Romero and New York Mets short stop Justin Turner have been friends since high school and enjoy catching up when they play each other.

Former England coach Fabio Capello has been talking to Chelsea but says he will not take charge of the club in the off-season.

Team Penske driver Ryan Briscoe won the Indianapolis 500 pole with a daring late-afternoon run and a four-lap average of 226.484 mph.

UFC light-heavyweight champion Jon Jones was arrested early Saturday morning for an apparent DUI after crashing his Bentley in New York.

Maiquel Falcao beat Andreas Spang by unanimous decision in the main event at Bellator 69 to win Bellator's latest middleweight tournament.

Top-ranked Yani Tseng and No. 2 Na Yeon Choi lost in the morning round Saturday in the third round of the Sybase Match Play Championship.

Colby Rasmus was not in the Blue Jays' lineup for the second straight day and John Farrell wants him to treat it like a working holiday.

Anton Zlobin of the Shawinigan Cataractes scored a controversial goal Friday night in the Memorial Cup that was initially waved off.

West Ham striker Ricardo Vaz Te scored with three minutes remaining Saturday to take his team into the English Premier League.

Watch as Henrik Samuelsson of the Oil Kings silences the Shawinigan crowd with a one-timer for the game-winning goal on Friday night.

Russia's Evgeni Malkin scored three goals to lead his team over Finland in the semifinal of the IIHF World Hockey Championship.

Canada's Mark Oldershaw booked his ticket to the London Games after winning gold at a World Cup canoe and kayak competition Saturday.

Defending champion Ian Poulter bowed out of the World Match Play Championship with a 4 and 3 loss to Alvaro Quiros on Saturday.

Canadian Ryder Hesjedal finished fourth in Stage 14 of the Giro d'Italia on Saturday to reclaim the pink jersey for first overall.

The Delhi Daredevils geared up for the playoffs with a resounding six-wicket victory over Kings XI Punjab in the IPL on Saturday.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says he will continue as manager of the Norwegian club Molde, ending talks with Aston Villa over managerial position.

Serena Williams has withdrawn from the Italian Open with a lower back injury moments before she was scheduled to play Li Na.

The New York Rangers and the New Jersey Devils look to grab the series lead in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals on Saturday.

Toronto Blue Jays are trying to slug their way to another four-game winning streak. Catch all the action on Sportsnet ONE at 1:00 p.m. ET.

Bayern Munich and Chelsea are tied 1-1 in extra time of the UEFA Champions League final. Watch the match live on Sportsnet.

Sportsnet's Stephen Brunt examines what turned out to be an incredible season for Chelsea and owner Roman Abramovich.

Sea Dogs' Nathan Beaulieu was a loyal Knights fan growing up but he'll put his allegiances aside in the Memorial Cup Saturday on Sportsnet.

A grudge match between Gilbert Melendez and Josh Thomson for the Strikeforce lightweight title could end up stealing the show Saturday in San Jose.

Kobe Bryant didn't miss on 18 free throws and scored 36 points as the Lakers rallied late to top the Thunder in Game 3 on Friday night.

Kevin Millwood tossed a 2-hitter for his first shutout in nearly nine years as the Mariners got a 4-0 win over the Rockies on Friday night.

Scott Diamond of Guelph, Ont., won his third straight start for the Minnesota Twins, who pounded the Milwaukee Brewers 11-3 on Friday night.

The decision a week and a half ago to pinch-hit for J.P. Arencibia in the ninth inning of a tied game appears to spark the young catcher.

Mark Arcobello and Philippe Cornet had a goal and an assist as the Oklahoma City Barons evened the Western finals with a 5-1 victory.

Team Cruz's Vinc Pichel and Team Faber's Al Iaquinta advanced to the semifinals after winning on episode 11 of The Ultimate Fighter Live.

Tommy Hanson pitched seven effective innings, Freddie Freeman drove in two runs and the Braves beat the Rays 5-3 on Friday night.

Urijah Faber will fight Brazilian standout Renan Barao for the interim bantamweight title at UFC 148, the UFC announced Friday.

Andre Iguodala scored five straight points in the final 90 seconds to help the Philadelphia 76ers stun the Boston Celtics 92-83 on Friday.

Nick Markakis homered in right field to give the Baltimore Orioles a 2-1 win in 11 innings over the Washington Nationals on Friday night.

The Edmonton Oil Kings downed the host Shawinigan Cataractes 4-3 in a wild opening game of the Mastercard Memorial Cup on Friday night.

Cole Hamels pitched seven strong innings to lead the Philadelphia Phillies to a 6-4 win over the Boston Red Sox on Friday night.

JP Arencibia and Rajai Davis each hit 2 home runs on Friday as the Blue Jays demolished the New York Mets 14-5 in interleague play.

Justin Verlander came within two outs of his third career no-hitter in the Detroit Tigers' 6-0 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday.

Carlos Zambrano pitched seven strong innings to help the Marlins beat the Indians, but Miami may have lost Emilio Bonifacio to injury.

Andy Pettitte pitched eight shutout innings for his first win since July 2010, leading the Yankees over the Cincinnati Reds 4-0 on Friday.

Miami Marlins manager Ozzie Guillen wouldn’t let a player get away with mouthing off to him -- at least not without a fight.

Sylvain Georges claimed the stage win and Dave Zabriskie maintained his overall race lead Friday in stage 6 of the Tour of California.

Australia's Will Tomlinson successfully defended his IBO super featherweight title Friday with a win over Daniel Ruiz of Mexico.

Texas Rangers star slugger Josh Hamilton insists he isn't worried about his impending free agency.

Jason Dufner birdied four of the last five holes Friday for a one-stroke lead after the second round of the Byron Nelson Championship.

Jim Leyland can handle a little criticism, and the way his Detroit Tigers are playing, he expects it.

Kyle Busch captured the pole for the Sprint All-Star race for the second straight year on Friday, winning the unique qualifying session.

Since moving to the closer position, Casey Janssen has a played a major role in stabilizing a Blue Jays bullpen that was in flux.

Cody McKenzie is moving down to featherweight to face Chad Mendes at UFC 148 on July 7 in Las Vegas.

Giving up 44 pounds, Mike Kyle defied the odds when he put Brazilian heavyweight Antonio Silva down on the canvas seconds into their fight.

New Montreal Canadiens general manager Marc Bergevin vowed that his coaching search would be confidential and so far he's kept his word.

Hall of Fame jockey Kent Desormeaux won't ride in Saturday's Preakness after failing a Breathalyzer test in New York.

Stacy Lewis is the top American left in the Sybase Match Play Championship, and it's really not a surprise.

As the Kings are a win away from reaching the Stanley Cup Final, this local TV station struggled to get through their Game 3 highlights.

Montreal Canadiens prospect Michael Bournival is being looked upon to lead the Shawinigan Cataractes to its first Memorial Cup title.

Listen to a complete breakdown of UFC on FUEL TV 3 on The Showdown on Sportsnet 590 The Fan.

The Olympic flame has arrived in Britain from Greece on a gold-painted plane to begin its 70-day relay around the country ahead.

Several drivers and trainers on the circuit have signed up to Twitter and made a conscious effort to do their best to interact with fans.

Toronto striker Danny Koevermans couldn't help but admire the wonder-strike by Eric Hassli in Wednesday's 1-1 tie with the Vancouver.

Marco Andretti is the favourite heading into Saturday's pole qualifying at the Indy 500 but with new cars, it's a wide open field.

Joaquin Rodriguez retained the overall lead, 17 seconds ahead of Canadian Ryder Hesjedal after the 13th stage of the Giro d'Italia.

The four main event and co-main event competitors at the following Saturday’s all-heavyweight UFC 146 pay-per-view card all tap the undefeated Cormier to pull off the upset and win the Grand Prix after coming in as an alternate.

Toronto FC has recommitted itself to playing attacking soccer and look to continue its momentum as the team faces DC United on Saturday.

Saints GM Mickey Loomis says he isn't taking any of Drew Brees' recent complaints about the slow pace of contract negotiations personally.

Top-seeded Martin Kaymer was eliminated from the World Match Play Championship by the lowest-ranked player in the field on Friday.

Kitchener Rangers head coach Steve Spott will be Canada's head coach at the next world junior hockey championships.

Canadian Olympic women's soccer team No. 1 goalkeeper Karina LeBlanc has been sidelined with an ankle injury.

The judge in the Roger Clemens perjury trial is imposing a time limit on all future witnesses in an effort to speed things up.

Chicago White Sox 1B Paul Konerko was hit by a pitch from the Cubs' Jeff Samardzija and suffered laceration above his left eye and swelling.

The Miami Heat cancelled practice and their media availability one day after a blowout loss in Game 3 to the Pacers.

Strong in interleague play, Ricky Romero has to like his chances of getting on track against the visiting New York Mets.

MLB Insider Shi Davidi joins Brady and Lang to discuss interleague baseball and the revelation of Toronto Blue Jays catcher J.P. Arencibia.

Juventus is looking to cap its undefeated season by adding the Italian Cup to its Serie A title when it meets Napoli in the final on Sunday.

Six sportsnet.ca MMA bloggers give their picks for Saturday's Strikeforce heavyweight Grand Prix final between Josh Barnett and Daniel Cormier.

Former Flames head coach Brent Sutter is considered to be the early front runner for the head coaching opening with the Edmonton Oilers.

The sixth stage of the Tour of California is now underway. Watch a live stream of the event here

Chicago Cubs catcher Geovany Soto will have surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his left knee and will be out three to four weeks.

Dale Steyn and Amit Mishra struck vital blows as Deccan Chargers completed a five-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals.

Kurt Busch is annoyed at attention over his fued with Ryan Newman as NASCAR heads into All-Star race in Concord, N.C.

Larry Drew is returning for his third season as the Atlanta Hawks' coach despite the team's first-round exit from the playoffs.

Rafael Nadal showed he's still a major threat on clay with a 6-4, 7-5 win over Tomas Berdych on Friday to reach the Italian Open semifinals.

he Buffalo Bills continue locking up their rookie draft class after signing offensive tackle Cordy Glenn, their second-round pick.

Rick Dudley's deal with the Montreal Canadiens is likely to be finalized sometime next week, according to Sportsnet's Damien Cox.

Milan Hejduk has avoided free agency and signed a one-year deal on Friday to stay with the Colorado Avalanche.

I'll Have Another's trainer Doug O'Neill is gunning for the Preakness, with his eyes set on attempting the Triple Crown at the Belmont.

Kerry Wood, who electrified baseball with a 20-strikeout game as a rookie in 1998 before his career was slowed by injuries, is retiring.

Watch: The New York Mets sport an all-star lineup of NHL sweaters for their road trip to Toronto to face the Blue Jays.

Thursday afternoon’s game between the Colorado Rockies and the Arizona Diamondbacks was delayed briefly by a swarm of bees.

Sportsnet.ca's Michael Grange went one-on-one with Blue Jays ace Ricky Romero who admitted he is wrestling with control problems.

Umpire Bob Davidson and Philadelphia Phillies manager Charlie Manuel have each been suspended for an on-field incident.

NBA great Patrick Ewing met with the Charlotte Bobcats about a head-coaching gig Thursday, according to a report by the New York Post.

Brian McNamee says some of the medical evidence he saved in a beer can was not used on baseball pitcher Roger Clemens.

When it comes to Stanley Cup Playoff hockey, there is no doubt that fans bring a lot to the game. Everywhere except New Jersey that is.

Two guest sportsnet.ca MMA bloggers debate the Josh Koscheck vs. Johny Hendricks decision at UFC on FOX and what's next for both fighters.

Los Angeles guard Steve Blake and his wife were attacked on Twitter after Blake missed a game-winning shot against the Thunder in Game 3.

Bayern Munich coach Jupp Heynckes believes Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich should keep Roberto Di Matteo no matter Saturday's outcome.

Coach Tippett: 'If I told you what I really thought, I think it would cost me a lot of money.... The game is turning a little dishonest.'

SPORTSNET'S soccer panelists offer their predictions ahead of Saturday's UEFA Champions League final between Chelsea and Bayern Munich.

The BBC's Colin Murray joins Brady & Lang to preview Saturday's UEFA Champions League final between Bayern Munich and Chelsea.

SPORTSNET.CA chats to soccer commentator Paul Dolan about the Vancouver Whitecaps and coach Martin Rennie's recent lineup shuffling.

Sprung on a breakaway, Anze Kopitar makes four little dekes in tight on Coyotes goaltender Mike Smith, then slips the puck between his legs.

The Shawinigan Cataractes play their first game in 32 days vs. the Edmonton Oil Kings in the MasterCard Memorial Cup opener on Sportsnet.

Tony Parker scored 22 points on his 30th birthday, Tim Duncan had 18 and the San Antonio Spurs beat the fading Los Angeles Clippers.

Teeing up the 2012 MasterCard Memorial Cup in Shawinigan with a look back at some of the tournament's best moments.

In his first interview since breaking his ankle, Toronto FC goalkeeper Stefan Frei tells sportsnet.ca he'll be back sooner than expected.

Roy Halladay threw eight strong innings for his first victory in a month and the Philadelphia Phillies held on for an 8-7 win over the Cubs.

The Kings rolled to the brink of their first Stanley Cup final in 19 years with a 2-1 victory over the Coyotes on Thursday night.

Alberta Premier Alison Redford has re-stated that the province will not be investing $100 million in the downtown Edmonton arena project.

Cody Ross homered and drove in four runs, Felix Doubront won his third consecutive start and the Boston Red Sox beat the Tampa Bay Rays.

Jays rookie Yan Gomes talks about his roller coaster MLB debut, being the 1st to represent Brazil, and his 1st two MLB hits.

Backed by another great performance from goaltender Ben Scrivens, the Toronto Marlies got off to a blazing start in the AHL West final.

Watch all the best moments from CHL Friday Night Hockey on Sportsnet, as Rob Faulds and the gang talk about their favourite moments.

Brandon Marshall's lawyer says no charges will be brought against the Bears wide receiver for an altercation outside a nightclub in March.

Jose Bautista homered for the second consecutive night as the new-look Blue Jays lineup powered past the Yankees for a series sweep.

Roy Hibbert had 19 points and 18 rebounds as the Indiana Pacers, showing more balance and toughness than Miami, throttled the Heat.

Gene Principe talks to the Edmonton Oil Kings foursome who have fathers that played in the NHL.

On the bus ride to Shawinigan, Saint John Sea Dogs' Charlie Coyle touched on how easy it was for him to fit in with the club.

Ryan Palmer shot a bogey-free 6-under 64 on Thursday to take the first-round lead in the Byron Nelson Championship.

IBF super-middleweight champ Lucian Bute says Carl Froch shouldn't be too cocky when the two fighters step into the ring together next week.

Dave Zabriskie of the United States won the individual time trial in hot and breezy conditions Thursday to take the Tour of California lead.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed placekicker Connor Barth to a four-year, $13.2 million contract.

The Eagles Thursday agreed to terms with running back LeSean McCoy on a five-year contract extension that runs through 2017.

Raiders linebacker Rolando McClain has been sentenced to 180 days in jail for assault and other charges stemming from a November fight.

Lavar Johnson will replace an injured Mark Hunt and face Stefan Struve at UFC 146, fighting on short notice and for the second time in 21 days.

Ozzie Guillen has bad news for his 230,927 Twitter followers. He says he has posted his final tweet.

Daniel Alves will not play in Brazil's upcoming friendlies because of a broken collarbone, which could cost him a spot in the Olympics.

The San Diego Padres shook up their struggling middle infield by waiving second baseman Orlando Hudson on Thursday.

There were some heated words exchanged between two pairs of fighters at the Bellator 69 weigh-ins Thursday.

Defending champion Suzann Pettersen didn't last long at the Sybase Match Play Championship, and neither did three well-known Americans.

The Yankees have acquired minor league infielder Matt Antonelli off waivers from the Baltimore Orioles.

Former F1 champion Jacques Villeneuve will drive for Penske Racing again at Wisconsin's Road America and Montreal in the Nationwide series.

The Edmonton Oilers announced that head coach Tom Renney's contract will not be renewed.

Carlos Santana hit a game-ending single in the 11th, capping a two-run rally, lifting the Cleveland Indians to a 6-5 win over the Mariners.

David Wright's double broke an eighth-inning tie and sent the New York Mets past the Cincinnati Reds 9-4 on Thursday.

Adam Jones hit a two-run homer, J.J. Hardy also drove in a pair of runs and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Kansas City Royals on Thursday.

The Nuggets' plan for the summer is to redo Ty Lawson's deal, sign restricted free agent JaVale McGee and keep veteran guard Andre Miller.

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have beefed up their offensive line in the off-season and are looking to put the theory that 'bigger is better.'

WEG today announced the average nightly wagering handle on the 2012 Woodbine Standardbred meet showed a solid 10.59% rise over last year.

The Oakland Athletics have placed third baseman Brandon Inge on the 15-day disabled list with a strained right groin.

Popular actress Alyssa Milano will be in charge of the NHL's Twitter account during Game 3 of the Western Conference final on Thursday.

The Toronto Blue Jays have sent struggling first baseman Adam Lind to the minors. The Jays demoted Lind to triple-A Las Vegas and promoted catcher Yan Gomes.

Retired UFC fighter B.J. Penn declined a potential matchup with Josh Koscheck, saying in a tweet that he's not coming back anytime soon.

Sportsnet's Rob Faulds caught up with Edmonton Oil Kings' Mark Pysyk, whose team is fresh from the WHL final but ready for the Memorial Cup.

The Toronto Blue Jays and New York Yankees are underway. Join the live chat now on our BlackBerry Game Zone page.

Suspended Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma filed a defamation lawsuit Thursday against NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell.

Jesse Joensuu's winning goal with nine seconds left lifted Finland past the United States 3-2 Thursday at the IIHF World Championships.

Delta Airlines has offered a free flight to New Jersey for New York Rangers fans who want to cheer on their team at Game 3.

Canadian Mary Spencer will likely find out Friday if she's earned a spot in the London Olympics, but it's in another fighter's hands

As one of 12 kids, Virgil Zwicker grew up on the San Pasqual Indian Reservation in California and wouldn't back down to anybody.

On this week's show the boys talk World Cup qualifying with Canadian midfielder Will Johnson and review the Voyageurs Cup final first leg.

National Hockey League players are not prepared to give any more to the CBA in order to save team owners from themselves.

Fighters like Rory MacDonald, Alan Belcher and Chan Sung Jung are coming off huge wins and have jumped up sportsnet.ca's MMA rankings.

In an official ceremony on Thursday, Greece handed over the flame that will, in 71 days, enter London's Olympic Park.

Liverpool has been given permission by Wigan to speak to manager Roberto Martinez about succeeding the fired Kenny Dalglish.

Top-ranked Novak Djokovic overcame a poor first set and a smashed racket to beat 14th-seeded Juan Monaco 4-6, 6-2, 6-3 Thursday.

The Toronto Blue Jays can no longer afford to wait on Adam Lind. On Thursday the team optioned the first baseman to triple-A Las Vegas.

Bud Selig says it's up to Oakland owner Lew Wolff to decide whether to consider additional sites for a new ballpark for the A's.

After a long and taxing season, Franck Ribery said Bayern Munich will muster up every last bit of energy to win the Champions League trophy.

Rangers OF Josh Hamilton is out of the lineup for the first time since a hot streak vaulted him to the AL lead in Triple Crown categories.

Brian McNamee, the chief prosecution witness in the Roger Clemens perjury trial, conceded he initially lied about his steroid involvement.

Canadian Nick Penner is set to face American Tom DeBlass in a light-heavyweight bout at UFC on FUEL TV 4 on July 11 in San Jose.

Canadian Ryder Hesjedal tries to retain the overall lead from Joaquin Rodriguez in the 13th stage of the Giro d'Italia LIVE on Sportsnet.

Vancouver Whitecaps' Eric Hassli takes a volley and sends it scorching into the net as the Whitecaps earn a 1-1 draw with Toronto FC.

With each passing game Los Angeles Kings goaltender Jonathan Quick is becoming the runaway leader for the Conn Smythe Trophy.

Josh Koscheck tweeted Thursday the UFC offered him a fight against B.J. Penn and is waiting for him to accept. The fan reaction was quick.

Jay Penske has struck a deal to use Chevrolet engines for his two drivers at the Indianapolis 500, ending an ugly dispute with Lotus.

Adam Gilchrist hit an unbeaten half-century to guide Kings XI Punjab to a six-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings on Thursday.

Samuel Piette is getting another shot with Canada's men's soccer team, named by coach Stephen Hart on Thursday.

NFL Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor is auctioning off his 1991 New York Giants Super Bowl championship ring.

Windsor Spitfires owner/coach Bob Boughner discusses his team's alumni in the NHL and his thoughts on the 2012 MasterCard Memorial Cup.

Is this the final stand for Tim Duncan and the Spurs or will Coach Pop keep the machine running smoothly for years to come?

Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick has signalled the end of his England career by telling the Football Association.

On Brady & Lang Thursday morning Alex Anthopoulos came to the defence of Brett Lawrie and said Vladimir Guerrero is off to a powerful start.

The Los Angeles Kings are two wins away from the Stanley Cup finals but the Phoenix Coyotes hope to get rolling in Game 3 on Thursday.

Marcello Lippi has been hired to coach Chinese Super League team Guangzhou Evergrande and plans to bring an Italian style to the club.

The Buffalo Bills have signed their top draft pick, cornerback Stephon Gilmore, to a four-year contract that's worth about $12 million.

Manchester United's cash reserves have been halved within the space of three months, the cost of exiting Europe early.

The former NHLer, two-time Memorial Cup winner and former employer of Greg Brady joins Brady & Lang in the Morning to size up this year's Memorial Cup teams and discuss former Windsor Spitfires' forward Adam Henrique's success at the NHL level with the New Jersey Devils.

Striker Michael Owen is leaving Manchester United following three injury-blighted years after saying he has not been offered a new contract.

AC Milan says it has completed the signing of Nancy midfielder Bakaye Traore and Fiorentina's Riccardo Montolivo.

Watch live as the Olympic Flame is passed from Greece to the London Olympic committee in a ceremony beginning at 11 a.m ET/8 a.m. PT.

Watch as Albert Pujols goes deep for just his second home run of 2012 and Yu Darvish dominates the A's for his sixth win of the season.

After 12 years avoiding contact with the media, the enigmatic Jose Canseco opened his Las Vegas home (and his heart) to Sportsnet magazine.

The Jays' head baseball personnel executive joins Brady & Lang in the Morning to discuss his conversation with third baseman Brett Lawrie following the four-game suspension announcement, the revival of Jose Bautista and Edwin Encarnacion, and how Vladimir Guerrero has looked so far.

Former Blue Jays relief pitcher joins Sportsnet Overnight to provide us with his reaction to Brett Lawrie's ejection on Tuesday night following his outburst against umpire Bill Miller and tells the story of his most memorable ejection in the big leagues.

Michal Handzus tipped in a shot with 2:32 to play as Slovakia eliminated Canada from the IIHF worlds with a 4-3 quarter-final victory.

Drew Brees said Wednesday night that he is frustrated by a lack of communication with the Saints in his ongoing contract negotiations.

Adam Jones homered with one out in the 15th inning, lifting the Baltimore Orioles to a 4-3 victory over the Kansas City Royals.

The Thunder scored the final nine points to rally for a 77-75 victory over the Lakers in Game 2 of the Western Conference semifinals.

Eric Hassli's highlight-reel goal in added time gave the Whitecaps a 1-1 draw with TFC in the first leg of the Amway Canadian Championship.

Jamie Moyer became the oldest player in MLB history to record an RBI as he handled the D-Backs to help the Rockies to a 6-1 win Wednesday.

Yu Darvish pitched nearly 8 strong innings and Adrian Beltre had a 2-run homer to help the Rangers top the Athletics 4-1 on Wednesday night.

Jeremy Hellickson pitched six solid innings, as the Tampa Bay Rays beat Boston 2-1, snapping the Red Sox's five-game winning streak.

David Clarkson's deflected goal 2:31 into the third period snapped a tie and lifted the Devils to a 3-2 victory over the Rangers.

Felix Hernandez gave up 10 hits and six earned runs in only 3 2-3 innings as the Mariners fell 9-3 to the Indians on Wednesday night.

Dwayne De Rosario scored in the first half, and Hamdi Salihi added a goal in the second to help D.C. United beat the Colorado Rapids 2-0.

Eli Manning and his New York Giants teammates received their Super Bowl rings at Tiffany's Wednesday, the team's second in four years.

Adam LaRoche broke open a tight game with his 1,000th career hit, leading the Washington Nationals past the Pittsburgh Pirates 7-4.

Kyle Drabek pitched 7 overpowering innings and the Blue Jays' defence played error-free as they crushed the Yankees 8-1 on Wednesday.

Chase Headley homered, doubled and drove in 3 runs, and the last-place San Diego Padres rallied to beat the NL West-leading L.A. Dodgers.

Kevin Garnett, Rajon Rondo and Paul Pierce had double-doubles and the Celtics beat the 76ers Wednesday night to take a 2-1 series lead.

Canada's national water polo teams will have new leadership after men's coach Dragan Jovanovic and women's coach Pat Oaten were re-assigned.

HOCKEY CENTRAL's preview of the 2012 MasterCard Memorial Cup continues with a look at the WHL champion Edmonton Oil Kings.

Manny Pacquiao says he loves and supports gays and lesbians, even though he does not approve of gay marriage.

Coaches Doc Rivers of Boston, Rick Carlisle of Dallas and Lionel Hollins of Memphis have been named to the NBA's Competition Committee.

Peter Sagan of Slovakia raced to his fourth straight stage victory in the Tour of California on Wednesday to increase his overall lead.

The Tampa Bay Rays have acquired outfielder Rich Thompson from the Philadelphia Phillies for minor league outfielder Kyle Hudson.

Cleveland Indians' right-hander Josh Tomlin said Wednesday that he is scheduled for a second MRI on his injured right wrist.

The Philadelphia Phillies have placed right-hander Vance Worley on the 15-day disabled list with right elbow inflammation.

Bodemeister has been made the 8-5 morning line favourite for Saturday's Preakness, while I'll Have Another is the second-favourite at 5-2.

Detroit manager Jim Leyland says closer Jose Valverde is day to day with a strained lower back.

Minnesota's Justin Morneau is coming off the 15-day disabled list and is hitting fifth for the Twins on Wednesday night vs. the Tigers.

Two people familiar with the situation say the Bobcats will interview Orlando assistant Patrick Ewing on Thursday in Charlotte.

Josh Barnett and Daniel Cormier are set to square off in the final of the Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix this Saturday in San Jose.

Denver Nuggets forward Al Harrington underwent surgery to fix a torn meniscus in his right knee on Wednesday.

Phoenix Coyotes forward Martin Hanzal has been suspended one game for boarding Dustin Brown in Game 2 of the Western Conference final.

Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Phil Taylor has undergone surgery to repair a torn chest muscle he injured while lifting weights.

Lance Armstrong says he's finished talking about doping rumours and allegations that dogged his seven Tour de France titles.

Andrew Agozzino of the Niagara IceDogs has been named the Ontario Hockey League's top captain.

The St. John's IceCaps' first season continues as they prepare for the Norfolk Admirals, who had a 28-game winning streak this season.

Indianapolis Colts veterans can't wait to see more of Andrew Luck but for now, the No. 1 pick has to complete his final classes at Stanford.

Major League Baseball suspended Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Brett Lawrie for X games on Wednesday for hitting an umpire with his helmet.

A mix of Honda's new engine, Roger Penske's dominance & bad luck has defending champ Dario Franchitti looking to turn around his season.

A thief burglarized the garage of Junior Seau's home days after the former NFL star's suicide, police said Wednesday.

Seattle, King County and an investor reached an agreement in the effort to build an arena that could bring back an NBA team to the city.

Cristiano Ronaldo and Angel Di Maria scored Wednesday to lead Spanish champion Real Madrid to a 2-0 win against Kuwait in a friendly.

Keegan Bradley is back at the Byron Nelson Championship to play as a defending champion for the first time.

New York Jets CB Darrelle Revis says QB Tim Tebow is a 'born leader' who shows passion in everything he does, even when eating lunch.

Brett Lawrie plans to appeal his four-game suspension and is still expected to be in the lineup against the Yankees on Wednesday.

The MMA bracket for the F-150 Unstoppable Athlete Presented by Sportsnet opens on May 31st.

Nick Price will be among the players competing at the Champions Tour's Montreal Championship on June 18-24, and he can't wait to begin.

Sunil Narine finished with 4-15 as Kolkata Knight Riders beat Mumbai Indians by 32 runs to virtually ensure an IPL playoff berth.

Forward Cristiano Ronaldo leads a Portugal squad that will feature the likes of Raul Meireles and Nani into the 2012 European Championship.

The European Tour fears the Czech Open is about to be the third tournament lost from the 2012 calendar because of financial difficulties.

AC Milan captain Massimo Ambrosini has signed a one-year extension to his contract, tying him to the Serie A club until June 2013.

The Stanley Cup playoffs are usually a time when experience is the key to success, but every once in a while rookies can shock the league.

Amateur hockey players in southern Alberta were nearing the end of an 11-day marathon game to make it into the Guinness World Record book.

Kentucky's horse racing regulators reconsider a proposal to put the state at the forefront of banning an anti-bleeding drug on race day.

The NHL provided the NHLPA with a notice Wednesday that it wants to modify or terminate the existing Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Edmonton city councillors have been given their first formal look at the new proposed hockey home for the National Hockey League Oilers.

Teams and drivers emerged from the Spanish GP with more questions than answers on just who is the Formula One favourite after five races.

Indiana Pacers president Larry Bird has been voted the NBA's Executive of the Year.

The heat has been turned up for Canada as the team prepares for its IIHF World Hockey Championship quarter-final match against Slovakia.

Queens Park Rangers says it will investigate captain Joey Barton's conduct once the Football Association has completed its own hearing.

David Luiz looks set to recover from a hamstring injury in time to line up for Chelsea against Bayern Munich in the Champions League final.

Ben Scrivens may meet his match when the Toronto Marlies face off against the Oklahoma City Barons in the AHL's Western Conference final.

The Edmonton Oil Kings are ready for the Memorial Cup but they'll have to beat experienced teams from Saint John, London and Shawinigan.

Kenny Dalglish's second stint as Liverpool manager ended Wednesday when he was fired following the club's disappointing BPL campaign.

Brian McNamee has conceded that when Roger Clemens asked for help with a shot the pitcher did not specifically use the word 'steroids.'

Brady & Lang catch up with Los Angeles coaching consultant Bernie Nicholls to discuss the incredible run the Kings are on in the playoffs.

Brady and Lang catch up with Los Angeles Kings coaching consultant Bernie Nicholls to discuss the incredible run the Kings are on in the 2012 NHL Stanley Cup playoffs.

Toronto Blue Jays' Ricky Romero joined Brady & Lang to talk about his mechanics and the struggles the team has had in recent games.

Canadian Ryder Hesjedal looks to regain the overall lead the Giro d'Italia LIVE on Sportsnet Ontario and East right now.

The Montreal Alouettes signed Canadian fullback Patrick Lavoie, plus running back Joey Gabrick and two others on Wednesday.

The highly anticipated Fireworks and Family Fun Night at Mohawk Racetrack will be even bigger and better than ever.

Major League Baseball has announced the 2013 All-Star game will be hosted by the New York Mets at Citi Field.

An arbitration hearing into whether NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has jurisdiction to punish Saints players has been set for May 30.

Georges St-Pierre's coach Firas Zahabi goes 1-on-1 with Showdown Joe to discuss the champ's status and if he and Rory MacDonald would ever fight.

The Saint John Sea Dogs enter this year's Memorial Cup full of confidence, coming off of a sweep of the Rimouski Oceanic in the QMJHL final.

Sunderland striker Nicklas Bendtner and Ajax midfielder Christian Eriksen headline Denmark's squad for the European Championship.

John Terry was named to England's Euro 2012 squad despite facing trial after the tournament. Should he be on the team? Vote in our poll!

Marco Andretti powered to the top of the speed chart at Indy 500 practice; teammates James Hinchcliffe and Ryan Hunter-Reay were also top-5.

Sportsnet.ca columnist Stephen Brunt joins Brady and Lang to discuss the helmet-throwing incident between Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Brett Lawrie and home plate umpire Bill Miller.

Former NFL defensive end Johnny Jolly has been given 10 years of 'shock' probation by a State District judge.

Max Pacioretty came to the World Hockey Championship intent on making a lasting memory after missing out on a medal at the 2008 juniors.

The Toronto Blue Jays Ricky Romero joins Brady and Lang to discuss the team's current woes.

Canada's Dylan Armstrong captured a silver medal in shot put at the Colorful Daegu Meeting on Wednesday, continuing his injury comeback.

Watch Toronto FC and the Vancouver Whitecaps battle in the Amway Canadian Championship final live on Sportsnet ONE at 6:30pm PT / 9:30pm ET.

As the Blue Jays await word on the fate of Brett Lawrie, reaction and opinions continue to pour in from fans and media across North America.

Giants QB Eli Manning is looking forward to getting his latest Super Bowl ring and also said his brother Peyton is 'doing great' in Denver.

In his Wednesday morning video blog for ESPN, Bust Olney explains why the Toronto Blue Jays should be 'scared to death' of the suspension precedent hanging over Brett Lawrie

The New York Rangers haven't had a two-game edge in the playoffs and look to change that in Game 2 vs. the New Jersey Devils on Wednesday.

Roger Federer showed strong form with a routine 6-3, 6-4 win over Carlos Berlocq of Argentina in his opening match at the Italian Open.

Can the Sea Dogs repeat? Are the Knights & Oil Kings too young? Can the Cataractes shake off the rust? Vote on those questions and more ...

On Brady & Lang Wednesday morning, Sportsnet's Stephen Brunt suggested the Blue Jays have been asking for trouble with the umpires all year and they could be in for some rough days ahead.

DTH van der Merwe and Jebb Sinclair lead a list of 17 returning World Cup players selected for Canada's summer rugby test series.

On a night when the Coyotes lost their composure, earning 56 penalty minutes, the Los Angeles Kings' Jeff Carter found his scoring touch.

Organizers of the 2012 Olympics say soccer star David Beckham is bringing the Olympic flame back from Greece.

Thanks to our friends at the excellent Brooksbaseball.net and brought to you by the power of Pitchf/x, here is the strike zone chart from Brett Lawrie's fateful ninth-inning at-bat Tuesday

AC Milan has denied reports that coach Massimiliano Allegri wants Zlatan Ibrahimovic out of the Serie A club after an argument.

Canadian defenceman Marc Methot will sit out the quarter-finals after being suspended one game at the IIHF World Hockey Championship.

Former captain John Terry was included in England's European Championship squad on Wednesday despite facing trial after the tournament.

Juventus defender Giorgio Chiellini will recover from injury in time to play in the European Championship next month.

Phoenix Coyotes forward Martin Hanzal faces a disciplinary hearing with the NHL today after his hit from behind on Dustin Brown.

HOCKEY CENTRAL's preview of the 2012 Mastercard Memorial Cup continues with a look at the OHL champion London Knights.

Tim Duncan had 26 points and 10 rebounds as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Los Angeles Clippers in Game 1.

Jeff Carter scored three goals, Jonathan Quick stopped 24 shots and the Los Angeles Kings beat the Phoenix Coyotes in Game 2.

The Los Angeles Angels have fired hitting coach Mickey Hatcher after their dismal offensive start to the season.

The Korean Zombie, aka Chan Sung Jung, upset featherweight Dustin Poirier via submission in the all-action main event of UFC on FUEL TV 3.

Coyotes' Shane Doan delivered a questionable hit on Kings' Trevor Lewis in Game 2 that could have Shanahan picking up the phone.

Mike Moustakas homered and the Royals kept the Rangers' potent offence in check for a second straight game in a 7-4 win on Tuesday night.

Troy Perkins made six saves for Portland as the Timbers and Houston Dynamo played a 0-0 draw Tuesday night at BBVA Compass Stadium.

Zack Greinke ran his scoreless streak to 15 innings as the Milwaukee Brewers beat the New York Mets 8-0 for a split of the two-game series.

Jays' Lawrie threw his helmet in disgust after a called third strike for the second out of the ninth and was ejected in loss to Rays.

The Premier League is planning to introduce goal-line technology during next season if football's rule-makers sanction its use in July.

Wei-Yin Chen pitched seven innings of four-hit ball, Adam Jones homered and the Baltimore Orioles beat CC Sabathia and the New York Yankees.

Ervin Santana struck out nine as the Los Angeles Angels rebounded with a 4-0 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday night.

The Blue Jays' porous play in the field handed a victory to the Rays on Tuesday in a game that ended with Brett Lawrie getting ejected.

The Indiana Pacers took home-court advantage away from Miami, beating the Heat 78-75 in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinal series.

Joe Namath has made it clear he favours Sanchez to be the starting quarterback over Tim Tebow for Namath's old team, the New York Jets.

The NBA players' association said Tuesday it is seeking an arbitrator's ruling in hopes that Jeremy Lin and three other players maintain valuable rights in free agency.

Both the Vanocuver Whitecaps and Toronto FC will be desperate for a title when they meet in the final of the Amway Canadian Championship.

TJ Grant and Yves Jabouin looked impressive in decisions Tuesday, but Jason MacDonald was knocked out early at the UFC show in Fairfax, Va.

The Seattle Seahawks have agreed to terms with lineman Alex Barron following Barron's tryout during Seattle's rookie minicamp last weekend.

Forward Stanislav Galiev of the Saint John Sea Dogs was named the season's final CHL Player of the Week on Tuesday.

Tennis Australia says two-time Grand Slam champion Lleyton Hewitt and rising star Ashleigh Barty have been awarded French Open wild cards.

Peter Sagan surged to the front in the final 100 yards to win his 3rd straight stage and extend his race lead in the Tour of California.

HOCKEY CENTRAL discusses Chicago Blackhawks star forward Patrick Kane and whether his off-ice behaviour might lead to a trade.

A day after forcing only 4 turnovers vs. the Thunder, Lakers' star Kobe Bryant says he doesn't take charges, and with good reason.

Josh Beckett redeemed himself striking out a season-high 9 as the Red Sox shut out the Mariners 5-0, extending their winning streak to five.

A new lawyer for O.J. Simpson filed a new attempt Tuesday to gain his release from Nevada state prison, alleging the deserves a new trial.

Jeff Niemann was walking around the Tampa Bay Rays clubhouse Tuesday with an assist from the Toronto Raptors.

The B.C. Lions re-signed non-import receiver Akeem Foster to a contract extension Tuesday.

General manager Gar Forman says the Chicago Bulls will exercise their contract option for next season on coach Tom Thibodeau.

The Canadians open a three-game exhibition series in their quest for a berth at the Games.

Without centre Chris Bosh in the lineup the Miami Heat say that any and all combinations are possible come game time.

The Indian cricket board on Tuesday suspended five players for illegal activities following a sting operation by a TV news channel.

Eagles Pro Bowl tackle Jason Peters has re-ruptured his right achilles that he hurt in March, vitually ending any chance of a 2012 return.

The London Knights are happy to have Dale Hunter back in time for the MasterCard Memorial Cup.

The head of English football has raised concerns with UEFA President Michel Platini that players and fans could be racially abused at Euro.

Cavs owner Dan Gilbert, who opened a downtown casino Monday, said he plans to approach the league about hosting a future All-Star weekend.

Europe's top players look to impress Ryder Cup team captain Jose Maria Olazabal at this week's World Match Play Championship.

New head coach Scott Milanovich is looking to instill a new culture with the Toronto Argonauts.

New England Patriots receiver Wes Welker said Tuesday he has signed the $9.5 million tender.

Pastor Maldonado's F1 win draws praise, also stirs controversy in Venezuela.

Chicago Bulls star Derrick Rose faces a recovery of eight months to a year in his recovery from knee surgery.

The Anaheim Ducks' Bobby Ryan scored the first goal for the United States in the second period helping it to a 5-2 victory over Switzerland.

NASCAR has fined Kurt Busch $50,000 for reckless driving on pit road at Darlington.

John Elway says he couldn't pass on Peyton Manning's heir apparent, though he hopes Brock Osweiler will be holding a clipboard for a while.

Peter Fuller, owner of the thoroughbred Dancer's Image that won the 1968 Kentucky Derby but was disqualified days later, has died of cancer.

The New York Yankees have placed reliever David Roberston on the 15-day disabled list with a strained muscle in his left ribcage.

Four days before the Preakness, the trainer of Canadian-owned I'll Have Another was feeling very skittish about his pending appearance.

Suspended slugger Manny Ramirez is scheduled to begin a 10-game minor league stint with triple-A Sacramento on Saturday in Albuquerque.

Source: Major League Baseball will announce Wednesday that the New York Mets will host the 2013 All-Star game at Citi Field.

Stephen Strasburg surrendered four runs on seven hits. and left after only four innings as the Nationals fell to the Padres 6-1 on Tuesday.

A bill has been filed in the Philippines House of Representatives to naturalize Denver Nuggets centre Javale McGee as a citizen.

Obama jokes about Beckham's age, celebrates Galaxy's MLS Cup at White House.

Watch and chat as sportsnet.ca presents live coverage of the Tour of California Bike Race starting today at 5pm ET.

The Bills' bid to extend their series of playing regular-season games in Toronto could take a big step forward before the end of the month.

Watch the full UFC CENTRAL feature with Showdown Joe joining Jose Aldo and Erik Koch on the helicoptor ride and day with Calgary Stampeders.

The Chicago Blackhawks and forward Rob Flick have agreed to terms on a three-year contract.

The Toronto Blue Jays will be in tough on Tuesday when they take on left-hander David Price and the Tampa Bay Rays.

Tiger Woods, along with many other golfers on the PGA Tour are concerned with the rate of play of some golfers and think things need change.

UFC on FUEL TV 3 was a historic event, as it marked the first time in 11 years that UFC president Dana White missed a UFC event.

The Kings put their 6-0 road record on the line in Phoenix on Tuesday when they face the Coyotes for Game 2 of the Western conference final.

London Knights head coach and general manager Mark Hunter says defenceman Olli Maatta would be a good fit with the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Mahela Jayawardene struck an unbeaten half-century on Tuesday as Delhi Daredevils beat Kings XI Punjab to clinch a playoff spot.

Coach Rick Carlisle agreed to a new contract with the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday.

City officials say Indianapolis lost more than expected hosting this year's Super Bowl, reaching a defecit of $1.1 million.

Manchester City midfielder James Milner comments on preparations for Euro 2012 and the potential of being named team captain for England.

The Los Angeles Galaxy visited the White House on Tuesday where they were congratulated by United States President Barack Obama.

Vince Young is happy to be in Buffalo and is ready to compete for the backup job with the Bills.

Minnesota Twins first baseman Justin Morneau remains on track to be reinstated from the disabled list.

Adam Dunn has driven last season behind him the best way he knows how. With his bat.

Bellator 70 is set for May 25 at the New Orleans Convention Center and will feature the return to the cage of local fighter Rich Clementi.

The Brandon Wheat Kings of the Western Hockey League have parted ways with former Ottawa Senators head coach Cory Clouston.

Belarus' Andrei and Sergei Kostitsyn didn't have time to make much of an impression at the IIHF World Hockey Championship.

The St. Cardinals have placed centre fielder Jon Jay on the 15-day disabled list with reoccurring shoulder soreness.

Sportsnet's Patrick King and Sam Cosentino, along with Yahoo! Canada Sports blogger Neate Sager, preview the MasterCard Memorial Cup.

UFC fighter Nick Diaz didn't get a reinstatement to fight again but his case did set a precedent Monday that may benefit fighters in future.

Minnesota Timberwolves centre Nikola Pekovic had surgery to remove bone spurs from his right ankle on Tuesday.

Andy Reid said he would highly recommend Donovan McNabb to a team looking to add a veteran quarterback.

Reliever Jesse Crain has been activated from the disabled list by the White Sox, who designated left-hander Eric Stults for assignment.

Spanish rider Joaquin Rodriguez took the overall lead in the Giro d'Italia. Catch all the action on Sportsnet Ontario and East.

Will Chelsea pull off another miracle? Or will Bayern Munich prevail before the hometown crowd? Have your say by voting in our fan poll!

The Stampeders have Ameet Pall, their first pick in this year's draft, under contract.

At 54, Steve Condren hadn't raced since May of 2011, when he was diagnosed with colon cancer but is now back doing what he loves.

Brian McNamee says he saved medical waste after injecting Roger Clemens with performance-enhancing drugs so not to be a fall guy.

Didier Drogba and Arjen Robben are just two of the 10 key players you should keep an eye on during Saturday's UEFA Champions League final.

With players from Barcelona, Chelsea and Athletic Bilbao unavailable, Spain coach Vicente del Bosque had to improvise his squad.

Manchester United's Alex Ferguson has been voted the top manager and Ryan Giggs the best player in the first 20 years of the Premier League.

Many racing fans are warming up to the idea of a return of harness racing, this Thursday night, to Mohawk.

Bayer Leverkusen's coaching team of Sami Hyypia and Sascha Lewandowski will remain in charge for the coming Bundesliga season.

Peru striker Claudio Pizarro is leaving Werder Bremen after four seasons in his second spell at the Bundesliga club.

Injuries and suspensions to key Chelsea players could force Roberto Di Matteo to include reserve players for the Champions League final.

The Louisiana Legislature is asking the NFL to reconsider the penalties imposed on the New Orleans Saints because of its bounty program.

Guest blogger Dwight Wakabayashi gives his picks for Tuesday's UFC on FUEL TV 3: Korean Zombie vs. Poirier from Fairfax, Va.

A recent logo mix-up shows that the Los Angeles Kings are not the sports team on the minds of the people in the showbiz city.

The UFC is in Fairfax, Virginia, Tuesday night for a rare midweek show. Watch the main card at 8 pm ET and follow live results at 5:30 pm.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving is the NBA's Rookie of the Year, winning the award in a landslide over his competition.

Bryce Harper hits his first career home run to center and receives a curtain call from the Washington Nationals' faithful.

Wily vet Martin Brodeur's jaw-dropping stop keeps the Devils in the game and reminds Rangers fans that goals will be hard to come by.

Top-ranked Novak Djokovic made a solid return to red-clay courts, dominating Bernard Tomic to open the defence of his Italian Open title.

Ireland, Scotland and Wales are considering mounting a joint bid to host the 2020 European Championship.

Austria will miss three key players because of injuries for next month's friendlies against Euro 2012 co-host Ukraine and Romania.

Phoenix Coyotes' Raffi Torres will meet with the NHL on Thursday to appeal his 25-game suspension, Sportsnet's Nick Kypreos has learned.

Donovan Bailey, 44, has been charged with having a blood-alcohol level of more than 80 milligrams in his system while driving in Toronto.

Canada clinched top spot in the Helsinki pool at the IIHF World Hockey Championship with an easy 5-1 victory over Belarus Tuesday.

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed outfielder Matt Kemp on the 15-day disabled list with a strained left hamstring.

Mayor Ed Lee sent a letter on Friday saying the city would work with Warriors executives to bring the team to San Francisco.

Russell Westbrook had 27 points and nine assists, Kevin Durant added 25 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder blasted the Lakers in Game 1.

Former Michigan quarterback Tate Forcier signs a three-year contract with CFL's Hamilton Tiger-Cats.

Dayan Viciedo homered and hit a go-ahead two-run single, helping the Chicago White Sox rally for a 7-5 victory over the Detroit Tigers.

Mark Teixeira hit a tiebreaking two-run homer in the seventh inning as the Yankees beat the Orioles.

Shin-Soo Choo hit the go-ahead RBI single in the ninth inning to lift the Indians over the Twins.

Bruce Chen pitched into the 7th as the Kansas City Royals got a 3-1 victory over the AL West-leading Texas Rangers on Monday night.

Bryce Harper hit his first big league home run as the Nationals beat the Padres Monday night.

Henrik Lundqvist shutout the Devils stopping 21 shots as the Rangers opened the Eastern Conference finals with a 3-0 victory.

It's Aldo vs. Koch at UFC 149 in Calgary, Nick Diaz makes headlines and UFC heads to Fairfax.

Brandon Morrow and the Jays defence faltered, giving up six runs in the fifth as the team lost to the Rays 7-1.

Jon Lester pitched his second complete game of the season as the Boston Red Sox defeated the Seattle Mariners.

Placido Polanco homered for his 2,000th career hit to lead the Philadelphia Phillies to a 5-1 win over the Houston Astros on Monday night.

The Philadelphia 76ers made clutch free throws late to hold off the Boston Celtics to even their Eastern Conference semi-final at 1-1.

Peter Sagan of Slovakia won the second stage of the Tour of California with a powerful and unchallenged sprint to retain the overall lead.

HOCKEY CENTRAL's preview of the 2012 Mastercard Memorial Cup begins with a look at the defending champion Saint John Sea Dogs.

Justin Morneau took some swings in early batting practice on Monday and says his sore left wrist is feeling good as he nears his return.

Bryce Harper became the youngest major leaguer to homer since 1998, going deep for the first time off San Diego Padres pitcher Tim Stauffer.

The Tampa Bay Rays have placed outfielder Desmond Jennings on the 15-day disabled list.

Torii Hunter has been placed on the Los Angeles Angels' restricted list amid reports his teenage son has been arrested in Texas.

Phoenix All-Star Steve Nash and Boston coach Doc Rivers have won awards from the Professional Basketball Writers Association.

Quarterback Jay Cutler says his right thumb is fine and he can't wait to return to lead a significantly upgraded Bears offence.

Washington Nationals manager Davey Johnson says Henry Rodriguez remains the team's closer.

Veteran defensive back Davis Sanchez calls it a career after Grey Cup-winning season cut short.

IndyCar teams have used the first three practice sessions at Indianapolis as a virtual classroom, forcing drivers into taking things slowly.

The rookies begin to learn their fate as they try to make the Shawinigan Cataractes hockey team.

Saints coaches say they're going to have to get used to the huge void left by Sean Payton's suspension for his role in the bounty system.

Getting quality pitches to hit consistently has been a season-long struggle for Jose Bautista, but not so for the searing Josh Hamilton.

European Union ministers are debating whether to boycott Euro 2012 games in Ukraine to protest alleged abuse of a jailed opposition leader.

American rookie Josef Newgarden is staying on top of Indianapolis' speed charts.

Kansas City Royals starter Danny Duffy has been diagnosed with a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his left elbow.

Manchester City has apologized to Alex Ferguson after Carlos Tevez held up a placard taunting the Manchester United manager.

Wayne Nunnely, one of the premiere defensive line coaches in the NFL, is retiring after 17 seasons, the last three with the Denver Broncos.

In a city more accustomed to a sea of red during title celebrations, blue confetti fell over the streets.

The father of light welterweight boxer Nick Casal considers his son lucky to be alive after sustaining several deep cuts to his head.

Cavaliers point guard Kyrie Irving is hours away from being named the NBA's Rookie of the Year.

Edmonton Eskimos offensive lineman Devin Tyler has been sent to jail for 90 days for assault.

There were a couple tense moments Monday but no incidents as all fighters were on target at the weigh-ins for Tuesday’s UFC Jung vs. Poirer.

The Greek leg of the Olympic Torch Relay wraps up Thursday with a ceremonial handoff at the site of the first modern Olympic Games.

Gov. Mark Dayton on Monday signed off on an agreement to build the Minnesota Vikings a $975 million stadium.

Clippers forward Blake Griffin says he'll play in Game 1 of the Western semifinals even though coach Vinny Del Negro isn't guaranteeing it.

Manager Alex Ferguson says Paul Scholes will play one more season for Manchester United.

Major League Baseball management has fired Shyam Das, the arbitrator who overturned Ryan Braun's drug suspension in February.

The Toronto Blue Jays and the Tampa Bay Rays are underway. Join the live chat now on our BlackBerry Game Zone page.

T.J. Grant of Cole Harbour, N.S., looks to win his second straight since dropping to lightweight at Tuesday's UFC on FUEL: Jung vs. Poirier.

Tiger Woods will try for a fifth Memorial Tournament title starting later this month.

The NFL players' union grievance against the league in the Saints bounties scandal will be heard Wednesday

Caddies will be sporting bibs with Twitter handles on their backs starting with the LPGA Championship at Locust Hill Country Club in June.

The Calgary Stampeders have signed 29-year-old veteran CFL linebacker Joe Lobendahn.

Free agent running back Tim Hightower has re-signed with the Washington Redskins.

Gregg Zaun's on a quest to learn the game with many similarities to baseball, as Cricketer Rizwan Cheema shows him the basics.

Tiger Woods is heading to the hills this summer to play in The Greenbrier Classic, tournament organizers announced Monday.

Former Toronto FC defender Jim Brennan has been promoted to assistant coach with the Major League Soccer team.

This year at Mohawk opportunity and choice will be the themes for both core horseplayer and casual betting fans.

PSV Eindhoven says Mark van Bommel is returning to the club next season on a one-year contract.

Enthusiasm has been radiating from Canada's coach throughout the IIHF World Hockey Championship following a departure from Calgary.

Brian McNamee has testified that he first injected Roger Clemens with steroids when they were with the Toronto Blue Jays in 1998.

What must each of the Western Conference playoff teams do to win? And which clubs are we picking to survive the grueling first round?

Ambati Rayudu and Kieron Pollard smashed half centuries to lead the Mumbai Indians to a win over Royal Challengers Bangalore in the IPL.

With Round 1 of the playoffs now in the books, here's a look at sportsnet.ca's leading candidates to take home the Bill Russell Trophy.

The Blue Jays brought back reliever Evan Crawford and have sent Joel Carreno back to New Hampshire.

USA Basketball requested and were granted an extension on the deadline to name the roster, which has moved to July 7.

Watch New York Rangers coach John Tortorella's curt press conferences get skewered in DJ Steve Porter's entertaining "Next Question" remix.

The Miami Heat say Chris Bosh will be sidelined indefinitely because of a strained abdominal muscle.

Dale Hunter is finished as coach of the Washington Capitals after less than one full season, saying he wants to return home to his family.

Aston Villa has fired manager Alex McLeish after just one season in charge of the Premier League club.

Former Manchester United and Real Madrid striker Ruud Van Nistelrooy retired from football on Monday.

The Honda Indy Toronto signed a three-year contract extension with the City of Toronto, Honda Canada, Exhibition Place, and IndyCar.

Canada will host its Davis Cup World Group playoff tie in September because opponent South Africa can't afford to.

In a matchup of former French Open champions, 13th-seeded Ana Ivanovic beat Svetlana Kuznetsova in the 1st round of the Italian Open.

A surprise Eastern Conference final promises great theatre. But which team will reign supreme?

Seahawks coach Pete Carroll said rookie quarterback Russell Wilson will be competing for the starting quarterback job this summer.

Chan Sung Jung and Dustin Poirier meet in an all-important featherweight duel headlining a UFC event in Fairfax, Va., Tuesday on Sportsnet.

Canadian boxer Mary Spencer lost her first bout of the AIBA Women's World Championships on Monday, falling to Anna Rosalie Laurell.

The subjects of some intense regular season matches, the New York Rangers and New Jersey Devils open the Eastern Conference final on Monday.

Canada's Ryder Hesjedal has remained the overall leader at the Giro d'Italia for the third consecutive day.

England manager Roy Hodgson has hired former Manchester United captain Gary Neville as an assistant coach.

Not that it's excusable for an NHL goalie to get beat from centre ice, but if you're going to let one in from half, it better be a Howitzer.

The Columbus Blue Jackets have chosen Todd Richards to be the team's head coach.

Croatia coach Slaven Bilic says he'll join Lokomotiv Moscow after the European Championship.

Italy plans to keep coach Cesare Prandelli in place no matter how the Azzurri fare at the upcoming European Championship.

CSKA Moscow striker Tomas Necid has recovered from a long term knee injury to join the Czech Republic preliminary squad for Euro 2012.

With Round 1 of the playoffs now complete, we though we'd look at some of the more memorable moments of the opening match-ups.

Major League Baseball has dropped its 100-game suspension of Rockies catcher Eliezer Alfonzo because of procedural issues.

Nelson Cruz hit his third career grand slam, Josh Hamilton drove in three runs and the Texas Rangers beat the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday.

The Edmonton Oil Kings built an early lead on Sunday and never relinquished it for a 4-1 victory over the Winterhawks to win the WHL title.

Dwight King scored his second goal of the game into an empty net and the Kings opened the West final with a 4-2 win over the Coyotes.

Kenny Cooper scored in the 78th minute to lift the New York Red Bulls past the Philadelphia Union 3-2 in Major League Soccer on Sunday.

The HOCKEY CENTRAL panel discuss the Eastern Conference matchup between the Rangers and Devils and who has the upper hand in goal.

Gerry Dobson and Craig Forrest discuss the storybook season in the BPL, which ended with a Manchester City championship.

A person familiar with the voting says Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving has been chosen the NBA's Rookie of the Year.

Joey Votto hit a grand slam in the ninth inning for his third home run of the game, rallying the Reds over the Nationals on Sunday.

Matt Kemp left the game because of an irritated left hamstring in the third inning, but the Dodgers rallied to beat the Rockies on Sunday.

Matt Kuchar finished with a 2-under 70 for a two-shot victory in the The Players Championship on Sunday.

LeBron James scored 32 points and grabbed 15 rebounds, Dwyane Wade finished with 29, and the Heat beat the Pacers in Game 1.

Elliot Johnson and Ben Zobrist homered, Carlos Pena ended an extended slump, and the Rays squeezed past the Orioles 9-8 on Sunday.

Heat centre Chris Bosh left Game 1 vs. the Pacers because of what the team called a lower abdominal injury.

Canadian Milos Raonic made a first-round exit at the Italian Open after losing to Germany's Florian Mayer 7-6 (5), 6-4 on Sunday.

Montpellier scored in injury time to beat defending champion Lille 1-0 Sunday and retain its three-point lead over Paris Saint-Germain.

Dixie Strike returned to winning form with an impressive rally up the rail to overtake Tu Endie Wei in Sunday's Selene Stakes at Woodbine.

Scott Diamond pitched seven shutout innings, Brian Dozier hit his first career homer and the Twins held on to beat the Blue Jays 4-3.

Canada's women's rugby team finished third at the IRB Challenge Cup after defeating Australia 19-14 on Sunday.

In the greatest finish to a BPL season ever, Edin Dzeko and Sergio Aguero scored in injury time to win the title for Manchester City.

Alex Ferguson talks about finishing second in the Premier League, and wishes his neighbours from Manchester City congratulations.

Jarrod Saltalamacchia homered and drove in five runs and the suddenly successful Boston Red Sox routed the Indians 12-1 on Sunday.

England coach Roy Hodgson has failed to persuade goalkeeper Ben Foster to come out of international exile for Euro 2012.

The Seattle Mariners ruined Andy Pettitte's return to the Yankees with a 6-2 win in New York on Sunday.

egina's Reuben Ross finished fifth on the men's three-metre to conclude the third stop on the FINA Grand Prix diving circuit Sunday.

Tottenham must wait another six days before learning whether fourth place in BPL will be good for a spot in Champions League next season.

Real Madrid capped its dominant Spanish league campaign with a win over Mallorca on Sunday to give the champions a record 100 points.

Italy coach Cesare Prandelli has included five uncapped players in his provisional 32-man squad for the European Championship.

Kenyon Martin scored seven of his 11 points in the fourth quarter and the Los Angeles Clippers advanced to the Western Conference semifinals.

All those changes didn't get the Washington Capitals any further in the playoffs.

The Denver Nuggets took the star-studded Los Angeles Lakers to the brink before losing a thrilling Game 7 at Staples Center.

The Lakers start the Western Conference semifinals vs. the Thunder in the teams' first meeting since World Peace elbow on James Harden.

Sixteen people were injured, with one person being flown to hospital with severe burns, after a fire erupted inside Williams' garage.

The Baltimore Orioles have purchased the contract of outfielder Xavier Avery from Triple-A Norfolk.

Catharine Pendrel, from Kamloops, B.C., finished sixth Sunday at a UCI World Cup mountain bike race in the Czech Republic.

The post-race scrum between Kyle Busch and Kevin Harvick's teams overshadowed car owner Rick Hendrick's 200th career win at Darlington.

Former Buffalo Bills general manager Bill Polian has been selected to become the latest member of the team's Wall of Fame.

McLaren's Martin Whitmarsh admitted to making a mistake that led to Lewis Hamilton's pole penalty that could've cost him a chance to win.

Alex Ovechkin and Alexander Semin will join Russia at the IIHF World Hockey Championship.

Buffalo Bills WR T.J. Graham provided a simple answer for expressing his confidence at the team's rookie minicamp.

the United States rolled to a 5-0 victory over defending champion Finland at the ice hockey world championships on Sunday.

The red clay courts of the Italian Open "seem like paradise" to Novak Djokovic after a week on the experimental blue clay in Madrid.

Nationals catcher Wilson Ramos has a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee, the latest major setback for the NL East leaders.

Steve Yzerman and his entire staff are at the IIHF World Hockey Championship, scouting talent for the 2014 Olympics.

Manchester United's celebrations turned to heartache as the team's win couldn't stop Manchester City from winning the Premier League title.

Manchester City staged a dramatic stoppage time fightback to win the English title for the first time in 44 years on Sunday.

It's down to the wire as Manchester City & Manchester United try to win the BPL title on Sunday. Watch United vs. Sunderland live on Sportsnet.

Off-spinner Ajit Chandila recorded the first hat trick of the IPL season as Rajasthan Royals defeated Pune Warriors by 45 runs.

Alessandro del Piero scored in his last league appearance for Juventus as the newly crowned Serie A champion defeated Atalanta 3-1.

Jonathan Quick was beat by a Derek Morris slap shot from centre ice as the Coyotes pulled even with the Kings heading into the 2nd period.

The IIHF has turned into an annual event for the Taraves family, with John starring for a 3rd straight year and his parents in the crowd.

Ricardo Santos shot a 9-under 63 to win the Madeira Islands Open, becoming the first Portuguese-born golfer to win on the European Tour.

Co-host Ukraine must overcome powerhouses France, England to spring a surprise at Euro 2012.

England could give Jonny Bairstow his test debut next week against the West Indies after picking the Yorkshire batsman in a 13-man squad.

As captain and biggest star, Zlatan Ibrahimovic carries Sweden's hopes at Euro 2012.

Karim Benzema may be the man France needs to finally shake off the stigma of two dreadful major tournaments and make a positive impression.

Disarray deflates England's expectations after Roy Hodgson is hastily put in charge.

The last season of Michael Schumacher's return was shaping up to be the seven-time Formula One champion's worst.

A consortium headed by former Sheffield United chief executive Charles Green agreed to buy financially stricken Scottish club Rangers.

Williams driver Pastor Maldonado earned his first career Formula One victory, taking the checkered flag at the Spanish Grand Prix on Sunday.

Roger Federer battled back from a set down to beat Tomas Berdych 3-6, 7-5, 7-5 and win the Madrid Open for a third time on Sunday.

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Aaron Bold finsished with 39 saves and the Edmonton Rush crushed the Minnesota Swarm to advance to the NLL final.

Metta World Peace and Pau Gasol led the Lakers past the Nuggets for a thrilling 96-87 victory in Game 7 on Saturday night.

The Canadian men's volleyball team just missed out on its first Olympic berth in 20 years.<

The NBA has fined Hawks co-owner Michael Gearon Jr. $35,000 for publicly criticizing NBA officiating and Boston's Kevin Garnett.

Oliver Gabriel had a pair of goals and Joe Morrow scored once to lead the Winterhawks over the Oil Kings in Game 6 of the WHL final.

The San Diego Padres beat the Philadelphia Phillies and ace Roy Halladay for the second time this season, 2-1 Saturday night.

German drivers Klaus Graf and Lucas Luhr raced to their second straight American Le Mans Series victory for Muscle Milk Pickett Racing.

Jimmie Johnson broke free three laps from the end in the Southern 500 and held on to give Hendrick Motorsports its 200th Sprint Cup win.

A pair of rich series finals highlighted Saturday programme at Woodbine and young driver Scott Zeron found the winner's circle in both.

Canadian boxers Simon Kean and Custio Clayton have secured spots for the 2012 Summer Olympics.

Brad Davis scored in the 67th minute and Houston beat D.C. United in the first game at BBVA Compass Stadium.

The Rochester Knighthawks earned a trip to the National Lacrosse League final with their first playoff win in Toronto in franchise history.

The Baltimore Orioles capitalized on five errors by the Rays and got two hits and two RBIs from Adam Jones in a 5-3 victory Saturday.

Kevin Garnett scored 29 points for the Boston Celtics as they went on to narrowly edge the Philadelphia 76ers 92-91 on Saturday in Game 1.

Lee Nguyen scored twice, Saer Sene and Shalrie Joseph added goals and the New England Revolution beat the beat Vancouver Whitecaps 4-1.

Chad Ochocinco posted a letter of support for Roger Goodell as the issue of football safety has increased of late.

Brad Richards and Michael Del Zotto scored, Henrik Lundqvist made 22 saves, and the Rangers beat the Capitals to advance to the East final.

Jose Bautista hit yet another home run at Target Field to help lead the Toronto Blue Jays to a narrow 2-1 victory over the Minnesota Twins.

Arcadius collapsed and died as he was being cooled down after winning the $150,000 Iroquois Steeplechase.

Tiger Woods breaks down his 3rd round at TPC Sawgrass, where he played well, but didn't score well. Currently sits at 2-under.

The Lakers issued a statement backing Mike Brown after Magic Johnson declared the coach would be fired if L.A. lost Game 7 vs. Denver.

Canyon Farm's Strait of Dover cemented his status as a top contender for the Queen's Plate with a victory in Saturday's Marine Stakes.

Yoenis Cespedes has been placed on the 15-day disabled list with a strained left hand that has bothered the A's centre fielder all week.

Phil Hughes won consecutive starts for the first time this season as the Yankees won 6-2 over the Seattle Mariners on Saturday.

Kevin Na rolled in a 15-foot birdie putt on the final hole Saturday for a 4-under 68 and a one-shot lead at The Players Championship.

UFC 147 will be held on June 23 at the the largest indoor venue in Brazil at the Mineirinho Arena in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais.

The Asia/Canada XI survived a late wobble to defeat an International XI by three wickets in an all-star Twenty20 cricket game on Saturday.

All remaining tickets for UFC 149, the MMA organization's first trip to Calgary set for July 21, were snapped up in minutes Saturday morning

Seydou Keita's stoppage-time header gave 10-man Barcelona a 2-2 draw at Real Betis on Saturday in coach Pep Guardiola's final league game.

David Beckham bent in a corner kick in the 62nd minute as the Los Angeles Galaxy earned a 1-1 draw with the Montreal Impact on Saturday.