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FIFA increases World Cup rosters but not the delegation size it will pay for

FIFA increases World Cup rosters but not the delegation size it will pay for

Teams at the World Cup in Qatar will be allowed a roster of 23 to 26 players, up from 23 in past tournaments.
Former Hockey Canada CEO Nicholson among those summoned to testify before committee

Former Hockey Canada CEO Nicholson among those summoned to testify before committee

OTTAWA — The House of Commons heritage committee has ordered another round of hearings into Hockey Canada's handling of sexual assault claims, with past and present top executives and board chairs summoned to testify.
Canada's Conners and Pendrith bring chemistry to international team at Presidents Cup

Canada's Conners and Pendrith bring chemistry to international team at Presidents Cup

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Finding chemistry on the eclectic Presidents Cup international team can be a challenge, but Canadians Corey Conners and Taylor Pendrith are bringing their own spark to captain Trevor Immelman's squad.
Kyle Dubas on future with Maple Leafs: 'I have to be held the most accountable'

Kyle Dubas on future with Maple Leafs: 'I have to be held the most accountable'

TORONTO — Kyle Dubas knows the clock is ticking.
Integration of Huberdeau, Kadri the buzz at Calgary Flames training camp

Integration of Huberdeau, Kadri the buzz at Calgary Flames training camp

Calgary general manager Brad Treliving swung for the fences in the summer, and he's as anxious as any Flames fan to see if his efforts replaced what was lost.
Canadians Conners and Pendrith split up for first round of Presidents Cup

Canadians Conners and Pendrith split up for first round of Presidents Cup

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Canada's Corey Conners and Taylor Pendrith will not be partnered for the first round of the Presidents Cup. International team captain Trevor Immelman split them up in the first round's draw. Conners, from Listowel, Ont.
Not making playoffs would be ‘a disaster’ for Canucks: coach

Not making playoffs would be ‘a disaster’ for Canucks: coach

VANCOUVER — After a too-long summer, the Vancouver Canucks are locked on a singular goal as they prepare for training camp. “Not making the playoffs would be a disaster for us,” head coach Bruce Boudreau told reporters Wednesday.
Oilers boast talent needed for a playoff run, but know a long season lies ahead

Oilers boast talent needed for a playoff run, but know a long season lies ahead

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers officially began training camp Wednesday, but a lot of the talk in the Alberta capital is already focused on what the team is going to be doing in April.
Toronto Blue Jays demote Merryweather, recall Griffin from Triple-A Buffalo

Toronto Blue Jays demote Merryweather, recall Griffin from Triple-A Buffalo

TORONTO — The Toronto Blue Jays optioned reliever Julian Merryweather to Triple-A Buffalo on Wednesday afternoon and recalled left-hander Foster Griffin from the Bisons.
Canada Soccer makes new contract offer to men's and women's players

Canada Soccer makes new contract offer to men's and women's players

Canada Soccer has made a new offer to its players in a bid to resolve their ongoing contract impasse. Earl Cochrane, Canada Soccer's general secretary, said a "comprehensive compensation offer" was made Tuesday to both the Canadian men and women.