Report: Simmons tells 76ers he's not mentally ready to play
Ben Simmons has told the Philadelphia 76ers that he is not mentally ready to play to his expectations now, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
Naylor’s Kickoff: Blue Bombers a model of consistency
There’s no magic formula in Winnipeg, Dave Naylor writes. Good drafting, smart trades, and successful dives into free agency have helped the defending champs roll to a 9-1 record in a season with so many unique variables.
Top Headlines
Ice Chips: Mrazek skates with Leafs, will travel with team on road trip
Keep updated on all the injury news and roster updates from around the NHL with daily Ice Chips.
Bombers' RB Harris (knee) on 6-game injured list
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers are going to be missing a key player on offence for the next while. Winnipeg announced Friday morning that Canadian running back Andrew Harris is being placed on the six-game injured list because of a knee injury.
Jorden, Maier return for Stamps against Riders
Wide receiver Kamar Jorden and quarterback Jake Maier will return as the Calgary Stampeders take on the Saskatchewan Roughriders in Week 12.
Mayfield says shoulder has fracture in addition to torn labrum
Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield told Fox Sports on Thursday that he suffered a tuberosity fracture in his left shoulder, in addition to the torn labrum.
Masters champ Matsuyama takes 2nd-round lead at Zozo
Masters champion Hideki Matsuyama overcame cold temperatures and often steady rain showers to shoot a 2-under 68 Friday and take a one-stroke lead after two rounds of the PGA Tour's Zozo Championship.
WATCH LIVE: United States GP practice Multiplex
The first practice session for the United States Grand Prix goes from Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas. Watch LIVE on TSN.ca, TSN Direct or see multiple feeds simultaneously, including on-board camera for Canadian Lance Stroll, Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen.
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Canadian women’s team’s golden touch inspires new generation of soccer stars
When Canada’s women’s soccer team captured the gold medal at the Tokyo Games in August, the unprecedented achievement was felt beyond the walls of the Canadian locker room, resonating in the hearts of young soccer players across the nation – like 13-year-old Jane Van Kessel from Hebbville, N.S.
Friday Night Football
Alouettes eager for first-place clash against Argos
Head coach Khari Jones says his Montreal Alouettes are exactly where they want to be: playing for first place in the CFL East at Percival Molson Stadium on a Friday night.
Andrade/PAC II headlines AEW Rampage
A hotly anticipated rematch between Andrade El Idolo and "The Bastard" PAC headlines Friday night's AEW Rampage. Plus, AEW Women's World Champion Dr. Britt Baker, DMD takes on the Dark Order's Anna Jay and Orange Cassidy meets Powerhouse Hobbs in the first round of the World Title Eliminator tournament. You can catch AEW Rampage at 10pm et/7pm pt streaming on TSN Direct and on TSN.ca.
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Can Oklahoma ride Caleb Williams all the way to the CFP?
The Sooners are up to No. 3 in the polls after their big win over TCU. But surprisingly they're being led by quarterback and true freshman Caleb Williams instead of Spencer Rattler, who is now on the bench. So can Can Oklahoma ride Caleb Williams all the way to the College Football Playoff? Dave Naylor and Farhan Lalji weigh in.
Simmons vs. The Spread: Best NCAA football bets for Week 8
While no ranked teams meet on the field this weekend, that doesn’t mean the college football world has been quiet. Michael Simmons is back as he makes his NCAA football picks.
Morning Coffee: Keenum, Johnson lead Browns to TNF win
No one is going to tell you that betting on the National Football League is easy unless they are trying to sell you something. Here’s the Morning Coffee for Friday Oct. 22, 2021.
CFL Week 12
Chalk Talk with Davis Sanchez: Dinwiddie on headset communication
In 2010, the CFL announced that quarterback helmets would be equipped with wireless headsets to enable coaches to communicate with their pivots on the field. In the beginning, this one-way communication was cut off with 10 seconds left on the play clock, but in 2016 this rule was dropped allowing coaches to continue giving direction right through the play. Argos head coach Ryan Dinwiddie explains how he uses headset communication during this edition of Chalk Talk with Davis Sanchez.
How much added pressure is on Shiltz with Harris waiting in the wings?
With the Alouettes two points back of the Argos for top spot in the East, how much added pressure is on Matthew Shiltz with recently acquired Trevor Harris waiting in the wings? TSN CFL analyst Milt Stegall discusses, and sheds light on what's been the biggest key to Toronto's three-game win streak.
Blue Bombers can clinch West Division title with victory over Lions
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers can ensure Saturday that the path to the '21 Grey Cup in the West Division will go through IG Field. Winnipeg (9-1) can clinch top spot in the West Division with a home victory over the B.C. Lions (4-5). With an eighth straight win, the Bombers would be the host team for the West final Dec. 5.
Kotkaniemi gets the last laugh in win over Habs
Welcomed by a chorus of boos by Montreal fans, Jesperi Kotkaniemi got the last laugh as he netted a goal against his former team as the Hurricanes kept the Habs winless. TSN Hockey analyst Mike Johnson shares his thoughts on how he believes Kotkaniemi was feeling, and discusses how things can improve for the Canadiens.
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The Questions with Dean Brown: D.J. Smith
TSN 1200's Dean Brown sits down with Senators head coach D.J. Smith in this first installment of The Questions.
How did Tkachuk look in his first game back?
Brady Tkachuk got an assist and six hits in his season debut, but what did the eye test look like? How big a loss would Shane Pinto be for Ottawa's depth at centre? The TSN Hockey panel has more.
Around the NHL
Leafs adjust to rare 6pm start; prep for first US trip during pandemic
There will be a rare 6pm puck drop in Toronto tonight when the Leafs take on the Sharks. The team requested an earlier start after they were made aware of customs requirements ahead of their first trip to the US as a team since the pandemic began.
Mrazek (groin) progressing well; will travel with Leafs on upcoming trip
Maple Leafs head coach Sheldon Keefe explains that Petr Mrazek has been skating throughout the week and is progressing really well and will travel on the upcoming road trip with the team.
Connor scores twice, powers undermanned Jets to win over Ducks
Kyle Connor scored twice and added an assist Thursday as the Jets defeated the Anaheim Ducks 5-1 despite having two of their top-line players in COVID-19 protocol.
Canucks beat winless Blackhawks
Jason Dickinson, Tanner Pearson and Brock Boeser scored their first goals of the season as the Vancouver Canucks topped the winless Chicago Blackhawks 4-1 on Thursday night.
Markstrom shuts out Red Wings in Flames win
Jacob Markstrom stopped all 33 shots Detroit took Thursday night in the Calgary Flames’ 3-0 victory over the Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena.
Pressure already mounting in Montreal
Four games represent a small sample size, but the Canadiens’ inability to win and sustain the offensive zone points to this not being a typical losing streak, Travis Yost writes.
