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Boxing

Boxing legend and former heavyweight champion Foreman dies at 76

George Foreman, the fearsome heavyweight who lost the “Rumble in the Jungle” to Muhammad Ali before his inspiring second act as a 45-year-old champion and a successful businessman, died Friday night. He was 76.

MLB

WNBA

CFL

The CFL is a leader in championing diversity

The CFL is making tangible commitments to prioritize a diverse league. Through intentional programming, to their Global Draft, their efforts of inclusion run deep. The Shift spoke with Redblack's head coach Bob Dyce, RB coach Nate Taylor and WR Geno Lewis as well as Ticats president of football operations Orlondo Steinauer and former player Shamawd Chambers about the ways in which the league has embraced diversity.

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Auto Racing

Hamilton on critics: 'I've always welcomed the negativity'

As Lewis Hamilton embarks on his debut season with Ferrari, he says he's still fueled by the criticism he's received from "older white men" over his career.

Nate Saunders

SGA...MVP?

Thunder's Gilgeous-Alexander named NBA Western Conference player of the month

Canada's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been named the NBA's Western Conference player of the month. The star guard from Hamilton averaged 34.7 points, 7.4 assists and 4.3 rebounds as the NBA-leading Oklahoma City Thunder went 15-1 in March.

Gilgeous-Alexander appears in Drake's 'NOKIA' music video

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made a cameo in Canadian rapper Drake's "NOKIA" music video that was released on Monday.

Kalan Hooks

Rivers predicted stardom for Gilgeous-Alexander, but says Thunder star has exceeded expectations

Doc Rivers says he saw star potential in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander while coaching him as a rookie before the Los Angeles Clippers traded him to Oklahoma City. But the veteran coach concedes that Gilgeous-Alexander has drastically outperformed those expectations.

Shepherd: SGA still leads MVP race despite this loss to Jokic, Nuggets

The NBA's two top contenders for the MVP award faced off Monday night, with Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets getting the better of Canadian Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the West-leading Thunder, to even the season series at 2-2. Despite the loss, TSN NBA analyst Jevohn Shepherd explains why he believes the MVP debate hasn't changed.

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Has Gilgeous-Alexander locked up the MVP?

After a dominant 40-point performance against his main rival for NBA MVP - Nikola Jokic, and the Nuggets, is there any reason why Shai Gilegous-Alexander hasn't locked up the award at this point? TSN NBA analyst Jevohn Shepherd shares his thoughts.

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Follow SGA's incredible run on TSN and TSN+

Follow Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's incredible run down the stretch for the NBA MVP on TSN and TSN+ and check back regularly for broadcast updates.

Auto Racing

Hamilton's first weeks at Ferrari: 'Where I'm supposed to be'

Since joining Ferrari in January, Hamilton has taken part in four separate on-track tests.

Laurence Edmondson

Soccer

Shaw performs Black Power salute following racist abuse

Khadija ‘Bunny’ Shaw bowed her head and raised a gloved fist after scoring a goal on her first start for Manchester City Women since pulling out of the team because of racist abuse directed at her on social media.

Soccer

Actress Issa Rae joins San Diego FC ownership group

Actress and producer Issa Rae has joined the ownership group of Major League Soccer expansion club San Diego FC.

NBA

Dissecting the impact Carter's 2000 slam dunk performance had on Canadian NBA talent

Wednesday marks the 25-year anniversary of Vince Carter's iconic slam dunk performance that helped create his legendary career. The impact that All-Star weekend had on basketball in Canada has been well-documented and TSN's Jevhon Shepherd and Leo Rautins explain how that special moment helped jump start the rise of Canadian talent in the NBA.

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Toronto Raptors

The dunk contest that launched Vince Carter into NBA lore

Exactly 25 years ago, Vince Carter single-handedly resuscitated the NBA's Slam Dunk Contest and forever cemented himself as arguably the greatest dunker the sport has ever seen. The grace and mesmerizing flow coupled with the sheer power and audacity of his slams holds a special place in history.

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Philadelphia Eagles

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Philadelphia Eagles

Philadelphia Eagles

Los Angeles Lakers

Lakers' James passes Jordan as oldest player in NBA history to score 40 points

After becoming the oldest player in NBA history to top 40 points in the Los Angeles Lakers' 120-112 win over the Golden State Warriors, LeBron James stated the obvious about the achievement.

Dave McMenamin

NCAA

Sanders focused on fit, not honour of No. 1 pick

While former Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders is expected to be one of the early picks in this year's NFL draft, he says he isn't worried if he isn't selected No. 1 overall.

Turron Davenport

NFL

More than a third of Black NFL players surveyed are discouraged by lack of Black coaches

Terry McLaurin, like the majority of NFL players, is Black, and, like some of his colleagues, harbors concerns about the lack of Black head coaches.

NFL

NFL

The Shift

Canadian Aaliyah Edwards joins The Shift

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has taken the NBA by storm this year and has all of Canada following the Thunder. There's another Canadian looking to do the same in the WNBA as Kingston, Ontario's Aaliyah Edwards will be entering her second season with the Mystics. She's known for her purple and gold braids which are a tribute to Kobe Bryant and her late brother Jermain. Kayla Grey recently caught up with her off the court.

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Tennis

Gauff donates $100K for scholarship program at historically Black schools

Tennis star Coco Gauff donated $100,000 to UNCF to provide scholarships for students playing competitive tennis at historically Black colleges and universities.

Other Sports

The Cannons - Brothers on Ice

Following the lives of two teenagers and one legendary coach in one of America's only predominantly Black hockey clubs; the Fort Dupont Cannons of Washington D.C. must overcome the challenges of life in one of America’s most dangerous neighbourhoods.

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NCAA

South Carolina retires Wilson's No. 22 jersey

Reigning WNBA MVP A'ja Wilson stood at center court of Colonial Life Arena on Sunday, her hand on her heart and her parents' arms wrapped around her. All three of them looked up to the rafters as a lone spotlight shined on her collegiate No. 22 jersey being unveiled and officially retired by South Carolina.

Kendra Andrews

Hockey Canada

Golf

WNBA

Tennis

Be brave. That's what Madison Keys kept telling herself on the way to winning the Australian Open

Those were the mantras Madison Keys turned to as she confronted the most significant points of her tennis career, trapped in the cauldron of a third set that was tied at 5-all, 30-all in the Australian Open final against two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka on Saturday.

Tennis

WTA

The Shift

Aaliyah Edwards plays with no limits

The Washington Mystic's Aaliyah Edwards joins The Shift to discuss her involvement in PlayStation Canada's new campaign "Play Has No Limits", why she's always proud to rep Kingston ON, her excitement for the inaugural Unrivaled Basketball Tournament and more.

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New York Jets

Glenn hired as New York Jets coach: His influences, path

New Jets coach Aaron Glenn needs no introduction -- not to Jets fans, at least.

Ben Solak

Kansas City Chiefs

Chiefs QB Mahomes has grown and matured over the years, both on and off the field

The Chiefs are headed back to the conference title game, this time facing the Buffalo Bills on Sunday night at Arrowhead Stadium. Mahomes is a two-time NFL MVP now, with three Super Bowl rings and the same number of kids, and the way he goes about the game — and life in general — is a whole lot different from how it was at the start of this run.

Athletics

A's hire former World Series MVP Dave Stewart for a front office role

The A's announced Wednesday that Stewart will be a special assistant to player development this season. Stewart will assist director of player development Ed Sprague in his new role.

NCAA

Oklahoma City Thunder

Soccer

Auto Racing

Golden State Warriors

How an indefinite suspension revitalized Green's career

Draymond Green crossed that line too many times last season, leading to a five-game suspension for his chokehold on Rudy Gobert and then, perhaps the low point of his career, an indefinite suspension that ended up costing him 12 games for striking Jusuf Nurkic in the face.

Ohm Youngmisuk

Tennis

Gauff has worked on her serve and her forehand heading into the 2025 Australian Open

It was a meaningless hit-and-giggle session, a mixed doubles exhibition at Rod Laver Arena just for fun and charity in front of fans a few days ahead of the Australian Open, so Coco Gauff was calling out how fast she would try to hit some serves.

NFL

Philadelphia Eagles

NCAA

NCAA

Chicago Bears

MLB

Remembering Rickey Henderson, who was even better than he said he was

Professional athletes are a different species, world-class talents whose sense of self and possibility do not often fit within the confines of the doubts and fears natural to the rest of us. But Rickey Henderson stood even beyond his most gilded peers on the confidence scale.

Howard Bryant

Oakland Athletics

MLB

Buffalo Bills

Soccer

NCAA

NBA

MVP candidate Gilgeous-Alexander of Hamilton still trying to improve

An average night for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander still makes him one of the best players in the NBA.

NCAA

Sources: Ex-NFL star Vick plans to take Norfolk State job

Former NFL quarterback Mike Vick has told people close to him that he plans to accept the head coaching job at Norfolk State, sources confirmed to ESPN's Pete Thamel on Tuesday.

Chicago Bulls

Auto Racing

Figure Skating

Toronto Raptors

Golden State Warriors

WNBA

Raptors honour Vince

Carter speaks of legacy, relationship with Raptors fans ahead of jersey retirement

Vince Carter spoke about family, legacy, anger, and ultimately, love in an emotional news conference ahead of his jersey being retired by the Toronto Raptors. Carter will become the first player in Raptors history to be so honoured.

Reflecting on Carter’s complicated Raptors legacy

Former Raptors executives Glen Grunwald and Richard Peddie look back on the good and the bad of the Vinsanity era in Toronto ahead of this weekend’s jersey retirement.

Josh Lewenberg

The highs and lows of Carter's memorable seven years with the Raptors

Vince Carter will make history on Nov. 2 when he becomes the first player in Toronto Raptors history to have his jersey retired. Let’s take a closer look at Carter’s time with the Raptors ahead of his number being retired by the team.

Ryan Horne, TSN.ca

21 stories from 21 years of Vinsanity

Vince Carter's No. 15 will be retired by the Toronto Raptors on Saturday (LIVE on TSN). In 2019, TSN’s Josh Lewenberg spoke with 21 players who have been part of Carter’s remarkable journey in the NBA.

NFL

NFL

Breaking Down Barriers

Breaking Down Barriers: The Herb Carnegie Story

Breaking Down Barriers is a television series showcases the individuals and organizations who are committed to changing hockey culture. Each episode spotlights and celebrates those who are committed to fostering positive social change within the sport-from professional to minor hockey levels.

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Breaking Down Barriers: The Legacy of Willie O'Ree

Breaking Down Barriers is a television series showcases the individuals and organizations who are committed to changing hockey culture. Each episode spotlights and celebrates those who are committed to fostering positive social change within the sport-from professional to minor hockey levels.

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Breaking Down Barriers: Black Girl Hockey Club

Black Girl Hockey Club Canada, founded in 2023, is a not for profit organization that focuses on making hockey more inclusive to black women by providing financial-aid and scholarship opportunities, as well as mentorship.

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Breaking Down Barriers: Culture Shift

Breaking Down Barriers is a television series showcases the individuals and organizations who are committed to changing hockey culture. Each episode spotlights and celebrates those who are committed to fostering positive social change within the sport-from professional to minor hockey levels.

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