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NFL

Canadian tight ends ready for NFL Draft spotlight

Penn State’s Theo Johnson and Arizona’s Tanner McLachlan are both expected to hear their names called this weekend, joining the Canadian fraternity of NFL players, Dave Naylor writes.

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Top Headlines

Blackhawks, Vlasic agree on six-year extension with $4.6 AAV

Defenceman Alex Vlasic has agreed to terms on a six-year, $27.6 million contract extension with the Chicago Blackhawks, according to multiple sources.

Report: CanMNT contacts Solskjaer over vacancy

Canada Soccer has cast a wide net in hopes of landing a new manager for the men's senior side with a Manchester United legend in the frame. The Standard's Nizaar Kinsella reports Red Devils icon and former manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been contacted about the vacancy.

Maple Leafs' McMann not ruled out vs. Bruins; Nylander watch continues

With all eyes on Toronto Maple Leafs star William Nylander and his playing status, TSN Hockey Insider Daren Dreger confirms fellow injured forward Bobby McMann continues to be evaluated and has not been ruled out for the remainder of their opening round series against the Boston Bruins.

Oilers' Skinner on rough Game 2: 'Luck wasn't on my side tonight'

Edmonton Oilers goaltender Stuart Skinner allowed five goals on 26 shots as the Los Angeles Kings evened their first-round series with a 5-4 overtime win on Wednesday night.

Whitecaps to host Reynolds-owned Wrexham AFC in late July contest

Wrexham AFC, co-owned by Canadian actor and Vancouver native Ryan Reynolds, is set to play Major League Soccer's Vancouver Whitecaps on July 27 at BC Place Stadium.

VVD: Slot 'could be a Liverpool coach'

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk addressed reports of the club's interest in Feyenoord manager Arne Slot as the successor to Jurgen Klopp, saying that he appears to have the qualities needed at Anfield.

NHL

Keefe, Leafs frustrated by Marchand: 'It’s unbelievable, actually, how it goes'

Boston Bruins captain Brad Marchand is making his impact felt in the first round against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Winnipeg Jets

Jets' Bowness optimistic entering Game 3: 'We feel good about ourselves'

espite the Jets losing 5-2 to the Colorado Avalanche Tuesday in a Game 2 that evened their first-round playoff series at 1-1, Rick Bowness saw improvements in his team’s play from Sunday’s wild 7-6 victory.

NBA

Magic, Sixers, Lakers look to punch back tonight on TSN

Watch the Magic and Cavaliers tip-off at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT on TSN3, TSN.ca and the TSN App. Thirty minutes later, the Knicks and 76ers play their Game 3 on TSN5, TSN.ca and the TSN App. And finally, the Nuggets take on the Lakers at 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT on TSN3, TSN5, TSN.ca and the TSN App.

Blue Jays continue to climb MLB Power Rankings despite Vladdy's struggles

It's just a month into the season, but Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s decline from AL MVP runner-up in 2021 has continued thus far.

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NFL

Kool-Aid McKinstry set to join NFL ranks of iconic active nicknames

The 2024 NFL draft places an immense spotlight on college football's biggest stars. Some players are used to the attention. For obvious reasons, Kool-Aid McKinstry is one of them.

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Hockey Canada

2024 U-18 Scouting Report: Cole Eiserman

TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button assesses one of the top-ranked players for this June’s NHL Draft.

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Hockey Canada

U18: United States 9, Slovakia 0

James Hagens scored two and added two assists, Cole Eiserman notched a hat trick, and Nicholas Kempf made 24 saves en route to a shutout win over Slovakia.

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Hockey Canada

2024 U-18 Scouting Report: Porter Martone

TSN Director of Scouting Craig Button profiles the Mississauga Steelheads forward, whose playing style he compares to Corey Perry.

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Tennis

Canada's Auger-Aliassime downs Nishioka in Round 1 of Madrid Open

Montreal's Félix Auger-Aliassime rallied to defeat Japan's Yoshihito Nishioka 4-6, 6-1, 6-4 in the first round of the Madrid Open on Thursday.

Miami Heat

Butler trolls Celtics after Heat's Game 2 win

The Miami Heat defeated the Boston Celtics 111-101 to tie the first round of the Eastern Conference series 1-1, and Jimmy Butler is loving it.

Anthony Gharib

NHL

'They’ve got everyone figured out:' Top-seeded Stars in 0-2 hole against Golden Knights

After finishing atop the Western Conference in the regular season, the Dallas Stars are in a 0-2 hole as they head on the road in their first-round series against the Vegas Golden Knights.

WATCH LIVE: Zurich Classic underway on TSN+

Corey Conners and Taylor Pendrith are paired up as the PGA Tour’s only team event of the season is underway at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. Watch coverage with PGA Tour Live on TSN+.

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NFL Draft - Tonight on TSN

NFL Draft Day Blog: Follow all the news and rumours from Detroit

Coverage from Detroit begins at 7pm ET/4pm PT on TSN 1/4 and streaming on TSN.ca or the TSN App with NFL Draft Countdown. The 89th version of the NFL Draft begins at 8pm ET/5pm PT.

QB Daniels downplays issues with Commanders, says he'd be 'blessed' to go No. 2 overall

Asked a few times about speculation that he doesn’t want to play for Washington and whether he prefers going to another team, Jaden Daniels understandably took a diplomatic approach one day before the NFL draft.

Morning Coffee: A FanDuel best bet to consider for the 2024 NFL Draft

With the demand for the top quarterback prospects as high as it is right now, I believe there are a few unique betting opportunities that are still worth consideration. This is the Morning Coffee for Thursday April 25th, 2024.

Domenic Padula

Will Trey Hendrickson's trade request alter Bengals' draft plans?

Roughly 24 hours before start of the first round Thursday, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that defensive end Trey Hendrickson had requested a trade. After Hendrickson set the franchise record with 17.5 sacks in 2023, he is looking for a bit more long-term security than Cincinnati has been willing to offer.

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NFL Draft Tracker

Follow every pick of the 2024 NFL Draft on TSN.ca and watch coverage LIVE on TSN.

On the Clock

The NFL Draft is nearly upon us, and one of the most heralded quarterback prospects in recent memory is set to begin his reign. TSN's Rod Smith has more on Caleb Williams, as well as the other highly regarded pivots and wideouts expected to be selected early in the first round.

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Game 2: Kings vs. Oilers

Kings vs. Oilers

Kopitar scores in overtime, Kings beat Oilers in Game 2 to tie series

Anze Kopitar fired a wrist shot past Stuart Skinner’s glove and into the top corner on a breakaway to give the Los Angeles Kings a 5-4 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Wednesday night in Game 2 of the first-round playoff series.

Game 3: Bruins vs. Maple Leafs

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Bruins vs. Maple Leafs

Marchand scores winner, Bruins down Maple Leafs to take series lead

Brad Marchand scored twice, including the winner in the third period, and added an assist as the Boston Bruins downed the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-2 to take a 2-1 lead in their first-round playoff series Wednesday.

NHL

How concerning has Skinner's start to playoffs been?

Oilers netminder Stuart Skinner has allowed nine goals in two games against the Kings so far in the playoffs. How concerning has his start been? TSN Hockey analyst Martin Biron weighed in.

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NHL

LeBrun: 'Oilers were sloppy defensively in Game 2'

TSN Oilers reporter Ryan Rishaug was joined by TSN Hockey insider Pierre LeBrun to discuss Edmonton's overtime loss to the Kings in Game 2.

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NHL

Biron gives Marner B- for Game 3 performance: 'He can build off this'

TSN Hockey analyst Martin Biron shared his thoughts on the performance of Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman so far in their series against Toronto, and shared what grade he would give Mitchell Marner for his performance in Game 3.

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NHL

Why have the Leafs struggled on home ice in the playoffs?

Bryan Hayes joined SportsCentre to discuss what impressed him the most about Bruins captain Brad Marchand in Game 3, and why the Leafs haven't been able to establish a home ice advantage in the playoffs the last few years.

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Game 2: Golden Knights vs. Stars

Golden Knights vs. Stars

Defending champion Golden Knights beat Stars to take 2-0 series lead home to Vegas

Noah Hanifin broke a tie with an unassisted goal late in the second period and the Stanley Cup champion Vegas Golden Knights beat the top-seeded Dallas Stars 3-1 on Wednesday night to take a 2-0 lead in the first-round series.

Blue Jays vs. Royals

Royals edge Blue Jays again for second win of series

Alec Marsh and four relievers combined for a six-hitter as the Kansas City Royals beat the Toronto Blue Jays 3-2 Wednesday night.

Game 3: Bruins vs. Maple Leafs

TSN Original: Just Us

NFL Draft prospect Theo Johnson and his five brothers have faced many trials in their life, none more significant than when they and their mother Amy were forced to flee a life or death situation at home. Behind Amy's strength and determination, Theo and brothers not only survived, but thrived and now Theo is on the cusp of achieving his dream. In anticipation of the NFL Draft, TSN Football Insider Dave Naylor shares their story in the TSN Original: Just Us

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NFL

After Williams, picking the best destination for the other top QBs in the NFL Draft

After Caleb Williams, who is expected to go No. 1 to the Bears in the NFL Draft, TSN NFL analyst Davis Sanchez joins Dave Naylor to pick the best destination for the remaining top QBs in the draft.

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Minnesota Timberwolves

Timberwolves' Reid named NBA Sixth Man of the Year

Minnesota Timberwolves center-forward Naz Reid was named the 2023-24 NBA Sixth Man of the Year on Wednesday. He beat out finalists Malik Monk of the Sacramento Kings and the Milwaukee Bucks' Bobby Portis.

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NBA

Stephen A.: Kevin Durant looks demoralized

Stephen A. explains why he believes the Suns are done after falling behind 2-0 against the Timberwolves.

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NHL

All In: A frustrating start to the series for Pettersson

Elias Pettersson hasn't played up the level that's been expected of him through two games in Vancouver's opening-round series against Nashville and signs of frustration are evident. TSN Canucks reporter Farhan Lalji has more on the responsibility Pettersson is taking on for his play and how Rick Tocchet is managing his centre.

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NHL

All In: With series shifting to Colorado, Jets aim to generate more scoring chances

The Jets head to Colorado with their first-round series tied knowing they will have their hands full with an Avalanche team that was the best in the regular season at home. TSN Jets reporter John Lu has more on the series shift and Winnipeg aiming to generate more scoring chances and high danger opportunities.

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Game 2: Pelicans vs. Thunder

Pelicans vs. Thunder

Gilgeous-Alexander's 33 points lead Thunder past Pelicans

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 33 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the New Orleans Pelicans 124-92 on Wednesday night to take a 2-0 lead in their first-round Western Conference playoff series.

Game 2: Heat vs. Celtics

Heat vs. Celtics

Heat hit franchise playoff-record 23 3s to even series with Celtics

Tyler Herro had 24 points and 14 assists, hitting six of Miami’s franchise playoff-record 23 3-pointers, to lead the Heat to a 111-101 victory over the Boston Celtics on Wednesday night and tie their first-round playoff series at one game apiece.

NHL

Sharks fire head coach Quinn after last-place season

The San Jose Sharks fired head coach David Quinn on Wednesday. The move comes after the Sharks finished last in the NHL this season.

Lightning and Islanders searching for answers to rebound from 2-0 deficits in NHL playoffs

Both teams understand it’ll take a lot more than a return to home ice Thursday night — the Lightning versus Florida, and the Islanders hosting Carolina —to alter the course of those first-round matchups.

Utah's new NHL team facing daunting transition from Arizona with optimism

Players and coaches were greeted at the airport in morning by a crowd of approximately 100 players from local youth hockey programs. The kids chanted “Go, Utah! Go, Utah!”

Report: Penguins, Crosby expect to get extension completed this summer

According to Rob Rossi of The Athletic, the Penguins and Crosby have not had any formal negotiations regarding a contract extension, but both sides expect to get a deal done not long after July 1, the date a new deal can be officially signed.

Panthers F Bennett out 'at least a week' with injury

The Florida Panthers will be without forward Sam Bennett for "at least a week" after being injured during Tuesday's overtime Game 2 win against the Tampa Bay Lightning, head coach Paul Maurice told the media on Wednesday.

7-Eleven That's Hockey: How Pettersson's ex-coach would handle the slumping Swede

TSN Hockey analyst Bruce Boudreau joins That's Hockey to share how he would handle the struggling Elias Pettersson after coaching him for a little over a year in Vancouver, and if he believes the Canucks can survive the series against the Predators without Thatcher Demko.

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Soccer

The Summer of Soccer: Canada's most important player at Copa 2024

Canada’s Copa 2024 hopes rest heavily on one player, and it’s not who you might think. TSN's Daniel Zakrzewski has more on the men’s national team’s most important player. The Summer of Soccer is coming to TSN!

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NFL

Will TE Bowers be a top 10 pick? How high will QB Penix Jr. be drafted?

TSN NFL analyst Davis Sanchez explains why he's intrigued to see if Georgia TE Brock Bowers will be a top 10 selection in the NFL Draft, possibly to the Jets at No. 10 as a new weapon for Aaron Rodgers, while TSN Football Insider Dave Naylor is interested in seeing how high Washington QB Michael Penix Jr. will be taken.

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Arizona Cardinals

McAfee likes the Cardinals' options at pick No. 4

Pat McAfee breaks down the different possibilities the Arizona Cardinals have with the fourth pick in the NFL draft.

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NHL

The Talking Point: Is Hellebuyck's playoff start cause for concern?

The Avalanche have scored 10 times on Connor Hellebuyck through two games of their first round series with the Jets, which heads back to Colorado tied 1-1. Is Hellebuyck's playoff start cause for concern? TSN Hockey analyst and former NHL head coach Bruce Boudreau weighs in.

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Florida Panthers

A day later, 'The Save' still has Panthers marveling at Bobrovsky's heroics

In the moment, The Save kept the game tied. By night's end, it became a game-saver since Florida went on to prevail in overtime.

Winnipeg Blue Bombers

Veteran RB Harris to retire with Blue Bombers on Saturday

Andrew Harris will finish his illustrious CFL career with his hometown team. Harris, 37, will sign a one-day career Saturday to retire as a member of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, the CFL team announced Wednesday

Baltimore Ravens

Ravens extend Bateman through 2026

The Baltimore Ravens announced a contract extension through 2026 for wide receiver Rashod Bateman on Wednesday.

NFL

Four QBs taken in first five picks in NFL Nation mock draft

You've read the latest mock drafts from the ESPN gurus, and now it's time for our NFL Nation reporters to share their expertise as we close in on the opening pick of the 2024 NFL draft Thursday (8 p.m. ET on TSN) in Detroit.

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NCAA

Bush to have Heisman Trophy returned

Reggie Bush is getting his 2005 Heisman Trophy back, as ESPN has learned that the Heisman Trust will announce Wednesday the formal "reinstatement" of the trophy to Bush amid what it calls "enormous changes in the college football landscape."

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New York Yankees

Clark in Stephen A.'s corner as he takes on Mad Dog's Aaron Boone take

After Chris "Mad Dog" Russo gets mad at Aaron Boone for getting ejected so often, Stephen A. Smith comes to the Yankees manager's defence.

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Dallas Cowboys

Clark and Woody question Jerry Jones' plan for Dak, Cowboys

Ryan Clark and Damien Woody criticize the state of the Cowboys after Jerry Jones' comments about what he wants to see from Dak Prescott.

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Dallas Cowboys

Stephen A.: Jerry Jones has done a horrible job this offseason

Stephen A. Smith is critical of Jerry Jones and the Cowboys' offseason.

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Betting

Why Stephen A. disagrees with Fortenbaugh's NFL draft best bet

Joe Fortenbaugh joins "First Take" to discuss his best bet involving J.J. McCarthy.

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Cincinnati Bengals

Bengals pick up fifth-year option on receiver Chase

The Cincinnati Bengals made perhaps the easiest decision it'll have all week, picking up the fifth-year option on wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase's rookie deal.

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Pittsburgh Steelers

Report: Steelers not expected to pick up QB Fields option

The Pittsburgh Steelers are not expected to pick up quarterback Justin Fields' $25 million fifth-year option, league sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

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Ottawa beats Boston in SO to gain ground in PWHL playoff race

PWHL Ottawa gains ground in the playoff race as they earned a 3-2, shootout victory over PWHL Boston on Wednesday.

Montreal defeats New York in regulation to clinch a PWHL playoff spot

Kristin O'Neill had a goal and an assist as PWHL Montreal clinched a spot in the playoffs with a 5-2 victory over PWHL New York on Wednesday.

Soccer

Liverpool's Premier League title hopes hit by loss to Everton

It looks like there will be no dream send off for Jurgen Klopp after a 2-0 loss at Everton dealt a major blow to Liverpool's Premier League title hopes on Wednesday.

Soccer

The Summer of Soccer: Can Ecuador reach its first Copa final in 2024?

Ecuador is a nation budding with young talent worth keeping an eye on this summer, led by Moises Caicedo, who sparked a bidding war between Liverpool and Chelsea. Will a fresh young crop of players help thrust Ecuador to Copa America glory? The Summer of Soccer is coming to TSN!

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Other Sports

Montreal Olympic Stadium fire: Quebec grants up to $40 million for cleanup, repairs

The Quebec government has awarded the organization that manages Montreal's Olympic Stadium up to $40 million to pay for repairs and decontamination after a March 21 fire.

Toronto FC

Toronto FC puts semi-pro Simcoe County to the sword in Canadian Championship play

Toronto FC put semi-pro Simcoe County Rovers FC to the sword Wednesday, thumping the League1 Ontario champions 5-0 in Canadian Championship preliminary-round play.

Paris Saint-Germain

Mbappe scores twice in win over Lorient to put PSG on verge of French league title

Kylian Mbappé scored twice and provided an assist in a 4-1 win over Lorient to put Paris Saint-Germain on the verge of a record-extending 12th French league title on Wednesday.

Curling

Canada on cusp of playoffs at mixed doubles curling worlds

Canada’s Kadriana and Colton Lott are on the verge of locking up a playoff spot at the world mixed doubles curling championship after posting a 10-4 win over China on Wednesday.

Tennis

'King of Clay' Nadal unsure on playing in French Open

Rafael Nadal will play in the Madrid Open despite not being fully fit and didn’t seem too optimistic about his chances of being ready for the French Open later this month.

Golf

Speed Golf: Which all-Canadian team will finish higher at Zurich Classic?

Team golf returns to the PGA Tour spotlight with the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. TSN Golf analyst Bob Weeks joins SportsCentre for Speed Golf, where he discusses the tournament's team format, the all-Canadian duos and which TSN personality he'd want as a playing partner.

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Golf

Norman: LIV open-minded about moving to 72-hole format

LIV Golf CEO Greg Norman said Wednesday he is open-minded about the idea of moving to a traditional 72-hole format, though he explained that the Saudi-backed circuit would need to evaluate the impact of adding an extra round to its 54-hole, no-cut events.

Golf

Spieth's wrist injury isn't getting any better, also not getting worse

The left wrist injury Jordan Spieth first suffered a week before the PGA Championship last year hasn’t gone away. That doesn’t necessarily means it’s worse — or better.

Hockey Canada

Eiserman, Hagens highlight Team USA roster at men's U18s

Forwards Cole Eiserman and James Hagens highlight the United States' roster at the men's U18 world championship in Finland from April 25 - May 5.

Hockey Canada

Eight Canadian players to watch at men’s U18s

The IIHF men’s U18 world championships are set to get underway on April 25 as Canada looks for its first gold medal since 2021 when they were led by Connor Bedard and Shane Wright. Watch Canada take on Sweden at the men's U18s LIVE on Thursday at 12 p.m. ET/9 a.m. PT on TSN1/4 and streaming on TSN.ca and the TSN App.

- Brianne Spiker

Around MLB

Judge homers early as Yankees top Athletics

Aaron Judge hit a two-run homer in the first inning after Oakland starting pitcher Joe Boyle was called for a balk on the previous pitch and the New York Yankees beat the Athletics 7-3 on Wednesday night.

Henderson's perfect day pushes Orioles past Angels

Gunnar Henderson continued his hot streak at the plate with three hits and three RBIs and the Baltimore Orioles defeated the Los Angeles Angels 6-5 on Wednesday despite Mike Trout becoming the first player in the majors to reach 10 home runs this season.

Mead homers as Rays beat Tigers to avoid sweep

Curtis Mead hit his first home run of the season and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Detroit Tigers 7-5 on Wednesay night to avoid a three-game sweep.

Harris II hits an RBI double in the 10th inning to lift Braves past Marlins

Michael Harris II doubled home Ronald Acuña Jr. in the 10th inning and the Atlanta Braves edged the Miami Marlins 4-3 after blowing a two-run lead in the ninth Wednesday night to complete a three-game sweep.

Wong homers twice, Devers connects for solo shot as Red Sox hammer Guardians

Connor Wong homered twice and Rafael Devers connected for a homer in his return to Boston's lineup, sending the banged-up Red Sox to an 8-0 win over the Cleveland Guardians on Wednesday night.

Ohtani has three doubles, Knack get first victory as Dodgers rout Nationals

Shohei Ohtani had three doubles to improve his major league-leading batting average to .371, rookie Landon Knack got his first victory and the Los Angeles Dodgers routed the Washington Nationals 11-2 on Wednesday night.

Contreras has three hits as Brewers take advantage of sloppy Pirates in win

William Contreras had three hits and the Milwaukee Brewers used one big inning to edge the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-2 on Wednesday night.

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Continued coverage

Charged 2018 World Junior players elect trial by jury

Five former members of Canada’s 2018 World Junior hockey team who have been charged with sexual assault have elected to have a trial by jury, their lawyers said.

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London Police confirm charges against five former WJC players

Carter Hart, Michael McLeod, Cal Foote, Dillon Dube and Alex Formenton have each been charged with one count of sexual assault, with McLeod also facing an additional charge, the London Police Service confirmed Monday.

London Police chief apologizes to alleged victim for length of WJC team investigation

Nearly six years after a woman alleged she had been sexually assaulted by five then-members of Canada's World Junior hockey team, the police chief of a southwestern Ontario city offered an apology for how long it had taken for charges to be laid in the case.

With players from 2018 WJC team charged, lawyers say behind-the-scenes legal battles brewing

Every detail of the case involving four current National Hockey League players and one former NHL player charged with sexual assault is likely to attract close attention and legal arguments, Rick Westhead writes.

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McKenzie's Draft Rankings

Celebrini the unanimous No. 1 prospect in McKenzie's mid-season draft ranking

Ten out of 10 NHL team scouts surveyed by TSN have the 17-year-old Boston University freshman centre at No. 1. Almost all of them can’t see anyone other than Celebrini going first overall in June.

Is Celebrini's grip on top spot in rankings now stronger than before season?

TSN Hockey Insider Bob McKenzie joins Jay Onrait to discuss if Macklin Celebrini's grip on the top spot in the rankings now stronger than before the season, and the reason for the big jump from centre Cayden Lindstrom in the rankings.

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