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CFL looking at playing divisional playoff games on a Saturday instead of Sunday

CFL looking at playing divisional playoff games on a Saturday instead of Sunday

TORONTO — The CFL is looking into moving its division semifinal and final contests to Saturday as early as this season. CFL commissioner Randy Ambrosie told fans in Regina on Sunday that the league and TSN are talking about making the change.
Toronto FC signs backup goalkeeper Quentin Westberg from France's AJ Auxerre

Toronto FC signs backup goalkeeper Quentin Westberg from France's AJ Auxerre

Toronto FC filled a need Monday by signing veteran goalkeeper Quentin Westberg. The 32-year-old 'keeper joins 24-year-old starter Alex Bono and 31-year-old Caleb Patterson-Sewell, who served as the club's No. 3 last season.
Tulowitzki homers in 1st game for Yanks, against Blue Jays

Tulowitzki homers in 1st game for Yanks, against Blue Jays

TAMPA, Fla. — Troy Tulowitzki got some payback against the Toronto Blue Jays in his first spring training at-bat for the New York Yankees.
Maple Leafs acquire AHL winger Nic Petan from Jets for fourth-liner Par Lindholm

Maple Leafs acquire AHL winger Nic Petan from Jets for fourth-liner Par Lindholm

TORONTO — The Toronto Maple Leafs dipped a toe into the trade waters ahead of Monday's deadline, acquiring minor-league winger Nic Petan from the Winnipeg Jets for fourth-line forward Par Lindholm.
Canucks deal Erik Gudbranson to Penguins for Tanner Pearson

Canucks deal Erik Gudbranson to Penguins for Tanner Pearson

VANCOUVER — General manager Jim Benning says the Vancouver Canucks were looking to add a proven goal scorer when they made a last-minute deal with the Pittsburgh Penguins on Monday.
Montreal Impact midfielder Ken Krolicki undergoes elbow surgery

Montreal Impact midfielder Ken Krolicki undergoes elbow surgery

Montreal Impact midfielder Ken Krolicki is expected to miss six weeks after undergoing surgery to his right elbow on Monday. The MLS club says Krolicki suffered a dislocated right elbow.
Former Blue Jay Troy Tulowitzki homers off old team in Yankees victory

Former Blue Jay Troy Tulowitzki homers off old team in Yankees victory

TAMPA, Fla. — Former Blue Jays shortstop Troy Tulowitzki homered against his old team in his first at-bat since July 2017, leading the New York Yankees to a 3-0 win over Toronto in spring training action on Monday.
Independiente faces frigid condition in Toronto for Champions League rematch

Independiente faces frigid condition in Toronto for Champions League rematch

TORONTO — His face concealed by a scarf under a tuque, Toronto FC defender Chris Mavinga looked more like he was going to rob a bank than kick a ball Monday.
Toronto FC no stranger to playing Champions League soccer in frigid conditions

Toronto FC no stranger to playing Champions League soccer in frigid conditions

TORONTO — With more than three weeks before spring officially starts, winter will be in full force when Toronto FC hosts Panama's Club Atletico Independiente de la Chorrera in CONCACAF Champions League round-of-16 play Tuesday.
Prime Minister Trudeau expresses love for Canadiens on trade deadline day

Prime Minister Trudeau expresses love for Canadiens on trade deadline day

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau wasn't about to shy away from supporting his favourite Canadian hockey team on trade deadline day.