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Judge approves fix to stem race bias in NFL concussion deal

Judge approves fix to stem race bias in NFL concussion deal

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Black retired football players who were denied payments for dementia in the NFL's $1 billion concussion settlement can seek to be retested or have their claims rescored to eliminate racial bias in the testing and payout formula, u
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Edmonton Stingers won't take anyone by surprise in second window of BCLA

Edmonton Stingers won't take anyone by surprise in second window of BCLA

MANAGUA, Nicaragua — The Edmonton Stingers made history with a victory in their Basketball Champions League Americas debut in December.
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Australian cricket great Shane Warne dies at 52

Australian cricket great Shane Warne dies at 52

MELBOURNE, Australia — Shane Warne, who was considered to be the greatest bowler in cricket history and helped Australia win the World Cup in 1999, has died. He was 52.
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Toronto Argonauts rehire Jim Barker, promote Vince Magri and Alex Russell

Toronto Argonauts rehire Jim Barker, promote Vince Magri and Alex Russell

TORONTO — The Toronto Argonauts announced the return of Jim Barker to the club's front office and promotions of Vince Magri and Alex Russell on Friday. Barker was named Toronto's senior adviser.
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Alexander ends Canadian downhill drought in shared victory

Alexander ends Canadian downhill drought in shared victory

KVITFJELL, Norway (AP) — Cameron Alexander ended an eight-year Canadian wait for a men's World Cup downhill win on Friday, sharing victory with Swiss rival Niels Hintermann after the pair upset the top contenders for the season title.
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Vancouver Whitecaps look to avenge ugly season opener in first home game

Vancouver Whitecaps look to avenge ugly season opener in first home game

VANCOUVER — Heading into the second week of the Major League Soccer season, the Vancouver Whitecaps are already looking for a big bounce back performance.
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OHL Roundup: Evan Vierling lifts Barrie Colts over Kingston Frontenacs 4-3

OHL Roundup: Evan Vierling lifts Barrie Colts over Kingston Frontenacs 4-3

BARRIE, Ont. — Evan Vierling scored twice, including the winner, as the Barrie Colts edged the Kingston Frontenacs 4-3 on Thursday in Ontario Hockey League action. Connor Punnett and Zach Wigle had the other goals for Barrie (24-18-4).
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Chiarot scores twice, including overtime winner, for Canadiens in 5-4 win over Flames

Chiarot scores twice, including overtime winner, for Canadiens in 5-4 win over Flames

CALGARY — Ben Chiarot's night in Calgary included a puck in the face, stitches and two goals, including the overtime winner, for the Montreal Canadiens in a 5-4 victory over the host Flames on Thursday.
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DeBrincat scores in OT as Blackhawks beat Keith, Oilers 4-3

DeBrincat scores in OT as Blackhawks beat Keith, Oilers 4-3

CHICAGO (AP) — Alex DeBrincat scored 2:23 into overtime, and the Chicago Blackhawks beat Duncan Keith and the Edmonton Oilers 4-3 on Thursday night. Patrick Kane had a goal and an assist for Chicago, and Marc-Andre Fleury made 29 saves.
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Canucks score twice early in third, rally past Islanders 4-3

Canucks score twice early in third, rally past Islanders 4-3

NEW YORK (AP) — Nils Hoglander and rookie Vasily Podkolzin scored 45 seconds apart midway through the third period and Thatcher Demko made 24 saves as the Vancouver Canucks edged the New York Islanders 4-3 on Thursday night.
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