Jays knock Betances around in win over Yankees

The Toronto Blue Jays beat the New York Yankees for a second straight night to secure a home series win against their divisional rival.

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Canadian Olympian issues emotional statement after wife implicated in doping scandal

In a statement emailed to the CBC, Canadian shot putter Dylan Armstrong responded to the news that his wife, Russian Olympian Evgeniia Kolodko, tested positive for a banned substance.

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Jays close to acquiring Jason Grilli from Braves: sources

It seems the Toronto Blue Jays are nearing a deal to beef up their bullpen with the reported acquisition of 39-year-old reliever Jason Grilli from Atlanta.

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'I'd be stupid to leave': Jose Bautista

"I'd be stupid to leave." That's what Jose Bautista told Sports Illustrated in an interview published Tuesday. He will enter free agency at the end of the 2016 season.

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Ken Hitchcock re-signs with Blues for final season

The St. Louis Blues have signed coach Ken Hitchcock to another one-year deal. The 64-year-old Hitchcock says it will be his final season.

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Crosby sticks to routine in attending optional practice

The probable scratches at a sparsely attended Pittsburgh Penguins practice were joined by arguably the best hockey player in the world. Crosby took to the ice at the UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex about 15 minutes before the scheduled 12:15 p.m. workout.

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Canadian shot putter's wife caught in latest Russian doping scandal: report

Russian shot putter Yevgeniya Kolodko is one of two Russian athletes to have tested positive for doping, according to Russian public sports channel Match TV.

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Prosecutor: Eddy Merckx to be charged in corruption case

Five-time Tour de France winner Eddy Merckx, considered by many the greatest cyclist of all time, will be charged Wednesday in a Belgian corruption case linked to irregular purchases of equipment by Brussels-area police and municipalities, a Brussels prosecutor said.

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Toronto FC's Sebastian Giovinco listed as day-to-day with adductor injury

Toronto FC star striker Sebastian Giovinco is listed as day-to-day with an adductor injury. An MRI showed a Grade 1 strain, which is the mildest on the injury scale. Toronto coach Greg Vanney says the Italian is progressing quickly.

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Patrick Marleau won't be disciplined for hit on Bryan Rust

San Jose Sharks forward Patrick Marleau will not face additional discipline for his hit on Pittsburgh's Bryan Rust in the opening game of the Stanley Cup final.

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A tale of two cities: As Thunder thrive, Sonics fans remember

The Oklahoma City Thunder were just one win away from upsetting the 73-win Golden State Warriors and advancing to the NBA Finals. While Thunder fans cheered another deep playoff run, the former Seattle SuperSonics fan base remains bitter about how things ended.

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Former NHL stars MacLeish, Lysiak dead at 66, 63

The Philadelphia Flyers say Rick MacLeish of the 1970s Broad Street Bullies teams has died. He was 66. NHL all-star, Tom Lysiak, has also past away from leukemia . He was 63.

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French Open returns to action following rain delay

Novak Djokovic's fourth-round match at the French Open finally got started, albeit under a light drizzle, remnants of heavier rain that wiped out an entire day of play and caused a delay of more than an hour to Tuesday's proceedings.

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Russian wrestler gives up Olympic spot as a 'matter of honour'

Russian wrestler giving up his Olympic spot as a "matter of honour" because he feels officials favoured him during a qualifying match. There was also a brawl after the match because supporters of his opponents were so angry about the calls.

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Analytics and agony meet in Champions League penalty shootout

Penalty kicks in soccer elicit an incredible spectrum of emotions from players and fans alike. However, preparing for them can be boiled down to an exact science.

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Canadian triathletes confident ahead of Rio selection

Canadian triathletes have to wait until June 9 to learn if they will be competing at the Rio Olympics. In the interim, coach Jamie Turner praised the efforts of his athletes in their qualification attempts.

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Steph Curry helps Warriors punch ticket to NBA Finals

The Golden State Warriors defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 88-96 in Game 7 and advanced to the NBA Finals as Stephen Curry contributed 36 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists.

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Warriors pull off comeback, headed to NBA Finals with win over Thunder

The Golden State Warriors defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 96-88 in Game 7 to advance to the NBA Finals, where they will play the Cleveland Cavaliers.

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Pesky Pens too much for Sharks in back-and-forth Game 1

The Penguins and Sharks each had periods of dominance but it was Pittsburgh who came out on top against San Jose in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final.

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Estrada's gem keeps Blue Jays rolling in win over Yankees

Shortstop Ryan Goins had a double and a home run to back a solid performance by starting pitcher Marco Estrada as the Toronto Blue Jays topped the New York Yankees 4-2 on Monday.

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No money, no Olympics: Bettman says NHL may not send players overseas

In his annual state of the union address at the Stanley Cup Final, Gary Bettman said the NHL and the NHLPA might have to reconsider their participation in the Olympics if the IOC goes ahead with its threat to not pay out-of-pocket expenses for NHL players.

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Cavaliers became 'better team' after meeting, Tyronn Lue says

Tyronn Lue says the Cleveland Cavaliers changed their ways and got on the same page after a late-night meeting cleared the air for a team now heading to the NBA Finals.

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Swimmer-turned-baller: Canadian Paralympian goes from pool to hardcourt

Darda Sales has been to three Paralympics as a swimmer, but she'll be on the basketball court for her return to the Games this summer in Rio.

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Another Canadian women's soccer goalie down ahead of Olympics

Sabrina D'Angelo, who figured to be Stephanie Labbe's backup in Rio, fractured her left wrist last week with the Western New York Flash of the NWSL. Canada lost No. 1 'keeper Erin McLeod in March when she injured her anterior cruciate ligament playing for her Swedish club team.

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Jays recall relief pitcher Ryan Tepera from minors

Right-handed pitcher Ryan Tepera was recalled by Toronto from its triple-A affiliate on Monday afternoon, with infielder Jimmy Paredes was designated for assignment to make space.

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Paralympic ticket sales getting big boost from unexpected source

Ticket sales for the Paralympic Games are lagging, but they are getting a big boost from an unexpected source — the city of Rio de Janeiro.

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Wheelchair basketball teams deep with returning talent

Wheelchair Basketball Canada announced rosters Monday for the teams which will compete in this summer's Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.

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Delaying Rio Olympic's would give 'false security' on Zika

Postponing the Rio Olympics due to fears that the event could speed the spread of the Zika virus would give a "false" sense of security because travellers are constantly going in and out of Brazil, the chair of the WHO's Emergency Committee said.

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Spanish basketball player Pau Gasol may skip Olympics over Zika concerns

Spanish basketball player Pau Gasol said Monday there is too much uncertainty about the situation in Brazil and anyone going to Rio de Janeiro for the games should "think about" whether it's worth the risk.

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Canadian Olympic medallist Jan Hudec switching to Czech Republic

The Canadian Alpine ski team says Olympic bronze medallist Jan Hudec has switched to the Czech Republic team.

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French open washed out by flood warning

Persistent rain accompanied by a flood warning washed out the entire day's play at the French Open on Monday for the first time since 2000, creating a scheduling headache and fuelling a debate about the need for a showcourt roof.

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Toronto Raptors GM Masai Ujiri end-of-season press conference

Toronto Raptors President and General Manager Masai Ujiri will hold a media availability at 11 a.m. ET on Monday. The Raptors lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers 113-87 on Friday in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference finals to end the team's deepest playoff run in franchise history.

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Stanley Cup Final filled with feel-good storylines

There is no shortage of human-interest sagas that will tug on your heartstrings as the Stanley Cup Final between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the San Jose Sharks opens on Monday night (CBC, CBC Sports app, 8 p.m. ET).

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Rio Paralympics: 10 Canadians to watch

With 100 days until the Paralympic Games in Rio, here are 10 Canadians to watch

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Trevor Hirschfield drives Canada's wheelchair rugby team

Canadian wheelchair rugby star Trevor Hirschfield is not only a leader of men on the team, but one of the game's best defenders and hardest hitters, as well as one of the top low-point players in the game.

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100 days until the Paralympic Games: Canadian team starting to take shape

Test events are wrapping up and qualifiers are being announced as Canada's athletes and organizers mark the 100-day countdown until the start of the 2016 Rio Paralympics.

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Canada done with moral victories, need wins at last-chance Olympic volleyball qualifier

Despite two losses to kickstart their last chance at qualifying for the 2016 Olympics, there’s no panic creeping into Canada’s men’s volleyball team.

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Mexican soccer player Alan Pulido rescued after kidnapping

Mexican authorities say soccer player Alan Pulido, a forward with Olympiacos in the Greek league, has been rescued safe and sound after an hours-long kidnapping in the northeast border state of Tamaulipas.

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Knights defeat Huskies in OT to become Memorial Cup champs

The London Knights have won the Memorial Cup. London beat the Rouyn-Noranda Huskies 3-2 in overtime of the championship game of the tournament.

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Warriors know they can't 'just show up and win' Game 7

After a record 73 wins and a memorable Game 6 comeback on the road, the Golden State Warriors' goal of getting back to the NBA Finals and defending their title comes down to Game 7 at home against the powerful Oklahoma City Thunder.

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Jordan Spieth picks up 1st win in home state

Jordan Spieth has a win at home in the Lone Star State. Spieth won at Colonial after birdieing the last three holes Sunday for a 5-under 65. He punctuated his first PGA Tour victory in Texas with a closing 34-foot putt when needing only a bogey to win.

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Crosby overcomes major hurdles for 3rd Cup Final appearance

There was a time when it was unclear if Sidney Crosby would ever play again, let alone reach another Stanley Cup Final. For more than a year, from January 2011 until March 2012, the effects of a concussion cast doubts over the health and future of the most talented Canadian hockey player.

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Blue Jays can't pull off sweep, fall to Red Sox in extra innings

Dustin Pedroia hit an RBI double in the 11th inning and the Boston Red Sox beat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-3 on Sunday, avoiding a three-game sweep.

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Indianapolis 500 won by rookie Alexander Rossi

Alexander Rossi has won the 100th running of the Indianapolis 500. The rookie managed to conserve fuel while the leaders pit in the closing laps Sunday, coasting across the finish line on fumes to give Andretti Herta Autosport a stunning victory in the centennial race.

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Canada's Pendrel, Batty win World Cup mountain bike silver and bronze

Catherine Pendrel earned the silver medal and fellow Canadian Emily Batty took bronze Sunday in the women's elite race at a UCI World Cup mountain bike event in France on Sunday.

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Canadians win lightweight double sculls gold in final Rio Olympics tune-up

Canada's Lindsay Jennerich and Patricia Obee won the gold medal in the lightweight women's double sculls event Sunday at the World Rowing Cup II in Switzerland on Sunday.

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Mexican soccer star reportedly kidnapped

According to media outlets, Mexican soccer player Alan Pulido has been kidnapped near his hometown of Ciudad Victoria, the capital of a state plagued by organized crime.

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Canada's Brianne Theisen-Eaton wins Hypo Meeting heptathlon for 3rd time

Canada's Brianne Theisen-Eaton set this year's best mark in heptathlon to win the Hypo Meeting for a third time on Sunday.

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Vincenzo Nibali wins 2nd Giro d'Italia title and 4th Grand Tour

Vincenzo Nibali was able to recover from starting the stage five minutes behind the leader, and fought back to win his second Giro d'Italia title this Sunday.

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Real Madrid welcomed home by thousands after Champions League title

Tens of thousands of fans endured the rain to greet Real Madrid players as they returned home early Sunday from their triumph in the Champions League final. Many waited all night after celebrating the team's win over crosstown rival Atletico Madrid in a penalty shootout on Saturday in Milan.

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