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Canada D Laryea embracing hometown spotlight ahead of World Cup opener
Richie Laryea has played some big soccer games in his hometown of Toronto. The next one will be by far the biggest.
Blue Jays are just fine in mediocre American League
Toronto isn’t off to a great start, but the Jays are still in a strong spot to make the playoffs with so many AL teams struggling to find traction, Steve Phillips writes.
Wild’s Marcus Foligno wants brother Nick back for one more season: ‘We had so much fun together’Opens in new window
Cheverie, MacLeod took the spotlight as PWHL featured first all-women-coached Walter Cup FinalOpens in new window
Morning Coffee: Habs humble Hurricanes in dominant Game 1 winOpens in new window
‘If they’re looking forward, I wouldn’t be looking at an NHL coach only…’Opens in new window
Countdown to the FIFA World Cup
Road to Greatness: Niko SigurOpens in new window
Towering statue of Pelé unveiled in Guadalajara ahead of the World CupOpens in new window
Maguire ‘shocked and gutted’ to miss out on England squadOpens in new window
World Cup co-host Mexico traces its soccer roots to miners from EnglandOpens in new window
Midfielder Hložek returns from injury in Czech Republic’s preliminary World Cup squadOpens in new window
Germany recalls veteran goalie Neuer out of retirement for World CupOpens in new window
Fans disappointed over ticket, hotel costs during World Cup in VancouverOpens in new window
Canadian Priso ‘getting as ready as possible’ for potential World Cup callOpens in new window
UEFA plans to revamp qualifying group formats for the 2030 World Cup and Euro 2032Opens in new window
World Cup-bound Norway player backs calls for improved heat protocols from FIFAOpens in new window
Congo cancels three-day World Cup training camp and fan farewell in Kinshasa over Ebola fearsOpens in new window
Portugal’s World Cup team announced with Ronaldo chasing history, Jota rememberedOpens in new window
FanDuel Group Deep Dive: Group LOpens in new window
Switzerland picks fit-again F Amdouni in World Cup squad led by XhakaOpens in new window
Diomande took ‘crazy’ path from a Florida high school to playing with Ivory Coast at World CupOpens in new window
Countdown to CFL Kickoff
Defensive co-ordinator Quick excited for third stint with ArgonautsOpens in new window
Shepley says NFL taught him business but keeps focus on footballOpens in new window
Who will slot in behind Collaros at the quarterback position this year? Opens in new window
2026 Most Impactful: Butler, Berryhill could be reliable options for Rourke and LionsOpens in new window
2026 Most Impactful: Ticats' offence will lean on a pair of Canadian receiversOpens in new window
2026 Most Impactful: Mack reunites with Fajardo in EdmontonOpens in new window
2026 Most Impactful: Stamps' Adams Jr. needs bigger impact after two-year extensionOpens in new window
2026 Most Impactful: Can Chad Kelly prove he can return to MOP form in Toronto?Opens in new window
Can the Lions’ offence remain lethal after changes?Opens in new window
Finnie's first international goal helps Canada beat Slovenia, remain unbeaten Opens in new window
'We took another step forward': Rielly confident Canada continues to learn and get betterOpens in new window
'Just been working out too much:' Nurse jokes about broken stick assist to CozensOpens in new window
Germany defenceman Leon Gawanke nets hat trick in win over Hungary at men's worldsOpens in new window
Habs use 'rhythm' against Hurricanes' 'rust' in Game 1 routOpens in new window
How was Montreal able to impose their will in Game 1?Opens in new window
How different and more challenging will Game 2 be for Montreal?Opens in new window
How did Habs overcome early setback to cruise past Canes?Opens in new window
Ultimate Performer Powered by Stihl: Juraj SlafkovskyOpens in new window
NHL: Canadiens 6, Hurricanes 2Opens in new window
Around the MLB
Gelof hits RBI groundout in 10th inning to give Athletics win over AngelsOpens in new window
Carroll lines RBI single in ninth, Diamondbacks knock off Rockies for fifth straight winOpens in new window
Guardians beat Tigers for a 6th straight win and series sweepOpens in new window
Harris II, Yastrzemski homer, Strider fans nine as Braves beat MarlinsOpens in new window
Bichette drives in two, Mets earn series split with win over NationalsOpens in new window
Lowe hits an inside-the-park home run as Pirates beat CardinalsOpens in new window
Bailey, Cantillo lead Guardians to four-game series sweep with win over reeling TigersOpens in new window
Ohtani hits leadoff homer, lowers ERA to 0.73 in Dodgers win over PadresOpens in new window
McNeil, Soderstrom lift A’s to win over AngelsOpens in new window
Alonso confident he’s ‘the best’ in F1 despite Aston Martin struggles
Two-time champion Fernando Alonso is convinced he is still "the best" in Formula One despite Aston Martin's slow start to the 2026 season.
Verstappen: Rule tweaks heading in ‘positive direction,’ less likely to quit F1
MONTREAL, Canada -- Max Verstappen has said he is less likely to quit Formula 1 at the end of the season now the sport is targeting changes to its engine regulations for 2027.
'It was too easy last night': Hurricanes want to put Habs' top line on their heels moreOpens in new window
Iginla, DuPont headline players to watch at 2026 Memorial CupOpens in new window
First-round opponents set for Canadians at Roland-GarrosOpens in new window
Chris Canty: Rams wanted to make sure Stafford was happy after Simpson pickOpens in new window
Windhorst: 'This is an all-time great Knicks team'
ESPN NBA Insider Brian Windhorst details why the Knicks are a "certified powerhouse."
Windhorst: Lakers need to approach LeBron with a plan
Brian Windhorst and Jay Williams discuss what the Lakers need to do to retain LeBron James in free agency.
OverDrive: 'You're Gonna Wanna Hear This!'
Is Tuch a fit in Toronto?Opens in new window
05:43
Hayes, Noodles or O-Dog: Who could last longest on Survivor?Opens in new window
05:08
Can Vladdy turn his season around?Opens in new window
02:08
Hayes: 'I'm the voice of the Habs'Opens in new window
05:15
Siegel on Hayes' red face: 'That looks like a TV issue'Opens in new window
03:20
Will Vegas give teams permission to talk to Cassidy?Opens in new window
07:13
Will Makar play Game 2?Opens in new window
01:42
Dreger: Chayka's 'open to the idea of having conversations about a lot of players not named Matthews'Opens in new window
04:01
Noodles on Matthews: 'I just don't think the decision is going to be made this summer'Opens in new window
14:58
Noodles: 'I've had a few Leafs fans say to me, 'What if this guy wins the Cup and Conn Smythe''Opens in new window
07:46
Gorton: 'We're far from perfect but the guys find a way'Opens in new window
09:22
Gorton to O-Dog: 'I can't believe you stole food for your whole family'Opens in new window
03:11
Treliving on Leafs fall: 'We didn't have the buy-in'Opens in new window
13:15
Treliving: 'It was player driven' that Celebrini kept captaincyOpens in new window
12:12
Role Play Level Of ConcernOpens in new window
09:31
O-Dog's 4am morning routineOpens in new window
03:24
Is this really Rodgers' last NFL season?Opens in new window
04:43
Hayes: 'Habs, Vegas Cup Final is number one on the list'Opens in new window
07:50
Hayes on Jays: 'The offence is just not clicking'Opens in new window
02:00
Hayes: 'If Nylander's available, curious what that market would look like'Opens in new window
03:51
MJ plays coaching matchmaker with Leafs, Canucks, OilersOpens in new window
04:51
Which goaltender should be trusted the most?Opens in new window
01:31
Matheson on Jays: 'This doesn't look or feel like last year yet'Opens in new window
01:58
Matheson: 'You need some power, you need more from Springer'Opens in new window
04:04
Hayes on Canadiens: 'I think they can beat Carolina'Opens in new window
07:28
Confirm or Deny: Dobes is best goalie left in playoffsOpens in new window
08:59
O-Dog on Carle, Leafs: 'You would have to pay him a Mike Babcock contract to get him here'Opens in new window
08:27
O-Dog on McIlroy's reaction to fan: 'Give your head a shake pal'Opens in new window
01:43
Hayes: 'I thought I was dying, I almost stopped, dropped and rolled right into the pond'Opens in new window
05:49
MJ's bear encounter at the CottageOpens in new window
07:11
Hayes on Marner: 'Eichel was truthful, he did have a ton of critics, he is shutting people up'Opens in new window
12:40
MJ's choice for Game 6's Torchbearer: 'Mademoiselle Beliveau'Opens in new window
03:05
Noodles on Dobes: 'I love the fact that he battled out of it'Opens in new window
04:04
Strudwick on Marner: 'It's hard to see your old girlfriend killing it on another team'Opens in new window
02:28
Strudwick on McDavid, Draisaitl: 'I don't want them on the penalty kill at all'Opens in new window
08:55
O-Dog: 'That's Torts, he just cannot stop himself'Opens in new window
08:53
Matheson: 'It starts with Vladdy'Opens in new window
05:22
Matheson on Cease: 'I think he's got a real shot to win' the Cy YoungOpens in new window
01:43
MJ on Stenberg: 'He was really, really good'Opens in new window
01:37
MJ on Vegas: 'That is a stiff, stiff penalty'Opens in new window
03:39
MJ on Vegas Mitch vs. Toronto MitchOpens in new window
02:58
B-Listin': NHL Playoff Bar Play Opens in new window
06:39
O-Dog on team jokes about Vrabel, Russini: 'I thought Goodell would've said don't even touch it'Opens in new window
04:15
Could Trocheck be a fit in Toronto?Opens in new window
05:16
Who are the coaching options for Oilers and Leafs?Opens in new window
10:11
Would Wild consider trading Hughes if he doesn't extend?Opens in new window
02:32
Did Oilers leak lead to Knoblauch firing?Opens in new window
06:43
If Matthews leaves this year, does he go up on Legends Row?Opens in new window
01:45
Laryea: 'I'd love to see you guys do a beep test'Opens in new window
01:49
Laryea: 'They now look at us like oh these are serious competitors'Opens in new window
09:33
O-Dog on Knoblauch firing: 'There are GMs in the NHL that are getting away with murder'Opens in new window
07:48
Noodles on Dobes: 'If you believed the leash was short going into the playoffs, it's continued to extend'Opens in new window
03:41
Is Necas a better fit in Colorado than Rantanen?Opens in new window
03:46
O-Dog: 'If this roster comes back and some smarty pants coach comes in, good luck'Opens in new window
12:06
O-Dog: 'What they're doing, it's already the third time through'Opens in new window
13:43
When will Matthews, Chayka meet?Opens in new window
01:54
CJ on Berube firing: 'I think it's all down to last year'Opens in new window
07:02
CJ: 'We would actually give up more for Knies than we would for Matthews'Opens in new window
04:27
Laviolette: 'I liked Montreal's game a little bit better'Opens in new window
04:53
Laviolette on Leafs coaching vacancy: 'I still think it's a top job'Opens in new window
07:11
Laviolette: 'I didn't know the roommate part'Opens in new window
03:44
OverDrive’s PGA Championship picksOpens in new window
03:57
O-Dog: 'I pull over to take a whizz, I hear a guy honking'Opens in new window
03:01
The Smelly List: Leafs phone buzzing momentsOpens in new window
08:27
Brind'Amour on Habs, Sabres: 'That'd be nice if they stretch this out'Opens in new window
03:44
Brind'Amour: 'If you know what they're doing in the first 10 minutes, that's a well-coached team'Opens in new window
02:46
MJ: 'It might be the double Canadian standoff, 'You take it, no you have it''Opens in new window
02:55
O-Dog: 'It's classless' that Oilers ask to talk with Cassidy without firing Knoblauch firstOpens in new window
09:19
MJ on Oilers, Cassidy: 'It puts Knoblauch in an untenable situation'Opens in new window
02:47
Confirm or Deny: McKenna is the face of the Leafs within next three yearsOpens in new window
12:25
MJ: 'The entire package is what he'll be evaluating, not just 'Hey we got you a good winger''Opens in new window
05:20
Buyer Beware on Raddysh?Opens in new window
02:08
Will Malkin be back in Pittsburgh next season?Opens in new window
01:39
Does Brind'Amour owe O-Dog after Football picks?Opens in new window
03:33
How much influence did O-Dog have in Hurricanes' fan traditions?Opens in new window
05:58
Is O-Dog retiring from X?Opens in new window
09:08
Noodles to O-Dog: 'You chirped Wolf Blitzer'Opens in new window
01:25
B-Listin': NHL Playoff Bar PlayOpens in new window
08:34
How long is Berube's leash if he starts the season in Toronto?Opens in new window
01:40
Biron on Marner: 'Mitch is looking really, really good right now'Opens in new window
03:51
Biron: 'Montreal has had Carolina's number all season long'Opens in new window
01:08
Suzuki, Hutson or Thompson, Dahlin?Opens in new window
03:42
Should Celebrini be wearing the C at the Worlds?Opens in new window
04:44
Matheson: 'Vladdy's frustration is there, you've seen it'Opens in new window
06:11
O-Dog: 'I wouldn't wear the flip and a goggle as just a dad'Opens in new window
01:39
O-Dog on Lauer: 'His delivery looked tired'Opens in new window
02:31
O-Dog on Malenstyn: 'I thought that was malicious and deserved more than 2 minutes'Opens in new window
03:22
What's Matthews' future in Toronto?Opens in new window
06:17
Noodles: 'It's not the media's fault, it's not the fan's fault, he plays for a different team'Opens in new window
07:12
Are O-Dog and Clement best friends?Opens in new window
05:57
O-Dog on Canes: 'I think they're going to demolish whoever's next'Opens in new window
04:32
Hayes: 'Feels like a must win for Montreal'Opens in new window
02:00
Will Davies be ready for the start of the World Cup?Opens in new window
02:10
Dreger: 'Matthews, whether we like it or not, wants to see the proof in the pudding'Opens in new window
08:51
Dreger on Tkachuk meeting with Sens: 'It doesn't feel like this is going to be ominous'Opens in new window
02:02
MJ: 'Hayesy in no world are you and I the same height'Opens in new window
04:03
Can anyone change 'The McDavid Era'?Opens in new window
04:12
MJ on what Chayka needs to ask Matthews in meetingOpens in new window
13:55
Matheson: Berrios 'going to meet with Dr. Keith Meister, who's the last guy you want to see if you're a pitcher'Opens in new window
03:25
Matheson: Manoah 'is the ultimate lesson about being excited about pitching prospects'Opens in new window
01:36
O-Dog: 'Duthie just dug a hole to Australia with a lob wedge, dirt flew all over me'Opens in new window
01:23
Roe: 'Not only did O and Hayes get a Costco size box of Snickers but they got t-shirts'Opens in new window
03:12
Bouchard: 'It stings a little bit' not being up for NorrisOpens in new window
08:05
Laviolette: 'I pumped the brakes right there and said Roddy's in there, I'm out of there'Opens in new window
03:14
Laviolette: 'It's too easy to say it's Colorado, Carolina but it is'Opens in new window
03:45
Laviolette: 'That's a huge pull' for the Leafs winning the lotteryOpens in new window
01:52
Noodles: 'I had a teammate that fell asleep by the pool for his pregame nap and missed the game with a sunburn'Opens in new window
03:21
Lebrun: Chayka set to meet with Matthews, Berube soonOpens in new window
03:12
LeBrun on Norris voting: 'I've never had more difficulty than I did this year'Opens in new window
02:20
LeBrun: 'It's Dobes' net for sure in Game 2'Opens in new window
08:17
Did Copetown Woods lock up the Snickers from O-Dog?Opens in new window
05:25
Was Bouchard a Norris Trophy snub?Opens in new window
07:09
Noodles on Leafs winning lottery: 'It gives them options now'Opens in new window
04:52
Chayka on directive from ownership: 'Do whatever it takes to win a Stanley Cup'Opens in new window
19:20
O-Dog: 'Wheel and deal, try to get the number 2 pick from San Jose, get a defenceman'Opens in new window
06:30
Hayes on Matthews, Leafs winning lottery: 'He's got to be ecstatic with the way that played out'Opens in new window
03:48
Can McKenna play with Matthews next season?Opens in new window
02:43
Button: 'I would have that conversation' of picking Reid or Carels over McKennaOpens in new window
03:51
Gerry's Percentages: McKenna will be nominated for CalderOpens in new window
10:50
OverDrive's Truist Championship PGA picksOpens in new window
02:00
O-Dog joins the tight pony clubOpens in new window
05:23
B-Listin': Top 5 PonytailsOpens in new window
06:01
Noodles on Hayes' tie: 'It was Ronald McDonald's tie'Opens in new window
01:29
Hayes: 'Wow the Leafs have won the lottery'Opens in new window
02:54
Is McKenna Toronto bound?Opens in new window
08:17
Does winning draft lottery change Leafs' plans moving forward?Opens in new window
09:32
The boys run the NHL Draft Lottery simulatorOpens in new window
04:12
Confirm or DenyOpens in new window
08:58
MJ: 'I fell out of my chair' after Johnston's latest report on Matthews' futureOpens in new window
12:12
Smoskowitz: 'It was a decision that I regret immediately'Opens in new window
07:08
Is Matthews unsure about his future in Toronto?Opens in new window
07:00
Hayes: 'The percentages would tell you that it is more likely than not Boston ends up with the pick'Opens in new window
02:32
O-Dog: 'To Bryan, suck on that one for a while'Opens in new window
07:20
Hayes: 'It was a very uncomfortable start' to Leafs media conferenceOpens in new window
05:30
Ferraro: 'I couldn't be more stunned that this is where the Leafs landed'Opens in new window
09:50
Stephen A.: LeBron's claim of Lakers being 'out-talented' not entirely accurate
Stephen A. Smith gives his take on LeBron James’ claim that the Lakers were "out-talented" by the Thunder.
How different and more challenging will Game 2 be for Montreal?
The Canadiens put Hurricanes in a hole in the first period, but Carolina did get better as the game went on. In the second period they allowed Montreal just three shots on net, so how different and more challenging will Game 2 be for Montreal? The Athletic's Arpon Basu joins Jay Onrait to share his thoughts.
