Lightning extend GM BriseBois
The Tampa Bay Lightning and general manager Julien BriseBois have agreed to a contract extension, according to TSN Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun.
Elks vs. Redblacks on TSN
WATCH LIVE: Elks get themselves back in the game with TD in second quarter
The Edmonton Elks get on the board, cutting the Ottawa Redblacks lead to 17-7 late in the second quarter. Watch the action LIVE on TSN 3/4/5, TSN Direct and the TSN App.
Top Headlines
NBA releases protocols to teams for virus safety this season
The NBA released tentative health and safety protocols to its teams Tuesday, detailing how unvaccinated players will be tested far more often than their vaccinated colleagues and face a slew of other restrictions.
Angels Maddon: Ohtani didn't mean he wants to leave team
Los Angeles Angels manager Joe Maddon said Tuesday that Shohei Ohtani's comments last weekend about wanting to win don't mean the two-way star wants to leave the organization when he becomes a free agent after the 2023 season.
Dodgers' Pujols goes on COVID-19 IL after second vaccine
Albert Pujols went on the Los Angeles Dodgers' COVID-19 injured list Tuesday, when Cody Bellinger was activated from the IL after missing eight games with a broken left rib.
Isles loan unvaccinated Wilde to Swedish team
The New York Islanders announced Tuesday that defenceman Bode Wilde has been loaned to Vasterviks IK of Sweden's Allsvenskan. The move comes after Wilde was not allowed at Isles training camp due to his COVID-19 vaccination status.
Capitals could be without Backstrom to start season
The Washington Capitals may be without one of their most study point producers to start the season. Forward Nicklas Backstrom has been sidelined since the beginning of training camp due to ongoing rehabilitation on his hip.
On Second Thought: Expectations vs. reality
After three weeks, five teams remain unbeaten in the NFL, and not many expected the Panthers, Raiders and Broncos to be among them. On the other hand, the Lions were expected to struggle, but it took some history to keep them winless. TSN NFL analyst Jabari Greer has more.
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Blue Jays' postseason push
FOLLOW LIVE: Blue Jays vs. Yankees
Hyun-jin Ryu is on the mound as the Toronto Blue Jays battle for their playoff lives against the New York Yankees on home turf. Follow on TSN.ca.
Dropping Back with Dave: Whitehead following in Banks' footsteps
Lucky Whitehead is having a breakout season in his first year with the Lions. He leads the league in almost every receiving category and for a guy who was once thought as just a returner. He shares a similar path with the CFL's reigning MOP. Dave Naylor explains.
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Barnes' personality and work ethic already making an impression on Raps
On the first day of training camp, rookie Scottie Branes was making an impression on his Raptors teammates. TSN Raptors reporter Josh Lewenberg has more on how Barnes' personality and work ethic wasn't lost on the group.
Siakam: 'I really don't care to be 'the guy', I want to be 'the guy who wins'
Pascal Siakam sits down with Kate Beirness to discuss how amazing it feels to get back to some normalcy in Toronto, how the pandemic affected him from a basketball perspective last year, whether the negative media and fan reaction last season became bothersome to him, and if he feels he can be 'the guy' for the Raptors in the post Kyle Lowry era.
Insider Trading: Will Matthews be ready for opening night?
Will Auston Matthews be ready for opening night? How close are we to seeing female officials in the NHL? With Julien BriseBoise re-signed in Tampa Bay, what does it mean for Marc Bergevin in Montreal? Will the Hockey Hall of Fame Ceremony be moved back? TSN Hockey Insiders Darren Dreger, Pierre LeBrun and Chris Johnston discuss this and more.
Matthews makes return to practice
Maple Leafs centre took part in a portion of team’s on-ice session for the first time since undergoing wrist surgery, Kristen Shilton writes.
New peak performance coach helps Leafs sharpen mental game
Toronto Maple Leafs players, coaches and management bemoaned a lack of killer instinct following their playoff collapse against the Montreal Canadiens last season. Enter life coach, motivational speaker and executive consultant Greg Harden who is tasked with helping everyone in the organization "be at their best in moments when pressure comes,” Mark Masters writes.
NFL Early Lean: Week 4
Despite being a huge favourite against Houston, Davis Sanchez says jump on the Bills now before the number gets even higher.
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Pump the Brakes: Week 4
The first 3 weeks have been difficult on rookie quarterbacks. Davis Sanchez says it’s going to take time for this talented young group to find success.
Blue Jays' Wild Card Push
How many wins do Jays need to make playoffs?
Bryan Hayes, Jeff O’Neill and Jamie McLennan are joined by Toronto Star Blue Jays columnist Gregor Chisholm to discuss how the crowd could help Ryu and how many wins the Jays need to make the playoffs.
Vladdy 2.0
In a year where they’re getting perhaps the greatest individual offensive season in franchise history, the Blue Jays are fighting for their playoff lives. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has stepped out of his dad’s shadow and broken out as a major star. Michael Farber has more on Vladdy's emergence and the comparisons to his Hall of Fame father.
Blue Jays activate Biggio ahead of Yankees series
Cavan Biggio's return to the Toronto Blue Jays is finally at hand. The team activated the 26-year-old infielder from the 10-day injured list and he will be active for the team's Tuesday night game against the New York Yankees.
The Mercury are ascending
Entering the WNBA playoffs after winning 10 of 13 to close the regular season, The Phoenix Mercury edged out The New York Liberty to advance to the second round. The Mercury then showed they could overcome the best, beating the defending champion Seattle Storm on the road in overtime. Phoenix bolsters a well balanced roster built with top-end talent and looks to continue their winning ways as they enter into a best-of-5 semi-final against the powerhouse Las Vegas Aces.
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Sun's Jones named WNBA MVP heading into semifinals
Connecticut heads into the WNBA semifinals Tuesday as not only the top seed but the team with the league MVP in Jonquel Jones, coach of the year Curt Miller and most improved player of the year Brionna Jones.
NHL
Oilers hosting fans for tonight’s game amid COVID concerns
It has been a while since fans last had a chance to watch Connor McDavid and the Oilers play a live game in Edmonton. Tonight's game comes at time in Alberta where the COVID situation is worse than it has ever been with ICU’s packed, and case numbers, and deaths soaring. Some are calling on the province to reduce capacity for the games. Ryan Rishaug has more.
McDavid eager to quickly build some chemistry with Hyman
Connor McDavid and Zach Hyman will get their first opportunity to play alongside eachother tonight as the Oilers get their first look at the Kraken. McDavid is hoping to find some chemistry with his new winger at even strength and on the power play.
Will cross-checking penalty be enforced throughout the season?
Bryan Hayes, Jeff O’Neill and Jamie McLennan are joined by TSN Hockey analyst Mike Johnson to discuss the new enforcement of the cross-checking penalty.
Gallagher, Habs teammates remain in contact with Weber
Although Montreal Canadiens captain Shea Weber will not play this season due to injuries, he remains a part of the team.
'That room will decide how far we go': Jets focused on chemistry on and off the ice
Entering the season with a deep team, the Jets believe that they have the group to compete for the Stanley Cup, but know that it starts with the right mindset, as well as chemistry on and off of the ice.
