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Blue Bombers' Bryant, Argonauts' Franklin separated by years of Grey Cup experience

Blue Bombers' Bryant, Argonauts' Franklin separated by years of Grey Cup experience

VANCOUVER — About five inches, 147 pounds and close to a decade of experience separate Winnipeg Blue Bomber veteran offensive tackle Stanley Bryant and Toronto rookie defensive back Benjie Franklin.
Grey Cup by the numbers: Toronto Argonauts, Winnipeg Blue Bombers meet again

Grey Cup by the numbers: Toronto Argonauts, Winnipeg Blue Bombers meet again

VANCOUVER — The Toronto Argonauts and Winnipeg Blue Bombers battle for the Grey Cup on Sunday.
Canadian defender Kadeisha Buchanan sidelined by knee injury playing for Chelsea

Canadian defender Kadeisha Buchanan sidelined by knee injury playing for Chelsea

In a week that saw Canada Soccer confirm the departure of head coach Bev Priestman, there was more bad news for the Canadian women's team Saturday.
Argonauts defensive lineman Robbie Smith not looking at 2022 Grey Cup for inspiration

Argonauts defensive lineman Robbie Smith not looking at 2022 Grey Cup for inspiration

VANCOUVER — The last time Toronto faced the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in the Grey Cup, Robbie Smith delivered one of the biggest plays in Argonauts championship history. Two years later as Toronto prepares for a rematch with Winnipeg on Sunday at B.C.
Romania holds on to defeat a determined Canada in men's rugby test in Bucharest

Romania holds on to defeat a determined Canada in men's rugby test in Bucharest

BUCHAREST — Romania, surviving a late red card, hung on to defeat a determined Canada 35-27 in a men's international rugby test match Saturday. The Canadian men, ranked 22nd in the world compared to No.
Jake Paul believes he can fight for a title, Mike Tyson won't say he's finished at 58

Jake Paul believes he can fight for a title, Mike Tyson won't say he's finished at 58

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Jake Paul believes he can fight for a championship belt within two years. Mike Tyson didn't rule out another return to the ring after the 58-year-old former heavyweight champion's first sanctioned pro bout since 2005.
Hockey Canada elects Fontaine, re-elects Apps, Fowler to board

Hockey Canada elects Fontaine, re-elects Apps, Fowler to board

OTTAWA — Hockey Canada's provincial and territorial members elected Daniel Fontaine and re-elected Gillian Apps and Amanda Fowler to the national sports organization's board for three-year terms Saturday.
Rory McIlroy tied for lead in Dubai, hot-headed Tyrell Hatton fades

Rory McIlroy tied for lead in Dubai, hot-headed Tyrell Hatton fades

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Rory McIlroy was tied for the lead with Rasmus Hojgaard and Antoine Rozner heading into the final round of the season-ending World Tour Championship as the Northern Irishman closed in on a sixth Race to Dubai title
Graeme Fish leads Canada's medal charge in Four Continents speedskating

Graeme Fish leads Canada's medal charge in Four Continents speedskating

HACHINOHE — Graeme Fish led Canada's speedskating team to a four-medal day at the Four Continents championship Saturday with a victory in the men's 5,000 metres. Fish, from Moose Jaw, Sask., posted a winning time of six minutes and 18.06 seconds.
U.S. ski star Shiffrin wins season's first World Cup slalom, Germain 10th

U.S. ski star Shiffrin wins season's first World Cup slalom, Germain 10th

LEVI, Finland (AP) — American ski star Mikaela Shiffrin earned her record-extending 98th career World Cup win Saturday to give herself the chance to compete for victory No. 100 in front of a home crowd.