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UConn introduces Siberian husky pup Jonathan XV as the school's next mascot

UConn introduces Siberian husky pup Jonathan XV as the school's next mascot

STORRS, Conn. (AP) — University of Connecticut officials welcomed a new celebrity on Wednesday, and they say he's a very good boy. Jonathan XV is a 2-month old Siberian husky who will take over as the official UConn Husky mascot this fall.
Postponed MLS game between Whitecaps and Rapids recheduled for Sept. 27

Postponed MLS game between Whitecaps and Rapids recheduled for Sept. 27

VANCOUVER — A Vancouver Whitecaps' game in Colorado that was postponed last week due to inclement weather has been rescheduled. The Whitecaps will face the Rapids in Major League Soccer action on Sept. 27 in Commerce City, Colo.
Flames sign recently acquired forward Sharangovich to two-year, $6.2-million deal

Flames sign recently acquired forward Sharangovich to two-year, $6.2-million deal

CALGARY — The Calgary Flames have signed recently acquired forward Yegor Sharangovich to a two-year, US$6.2-million deal.
NHL salary cap to increase by $1 million per team for 2023-24 season

NHL salary cap to increase by $1 million per team for 2023-24 season

TORONTO — NHL teams will operate with a salary cap of US$83.5 million in 2023-24, a modest increase of $1 million over this past season. The NHL and NHL Players' Association also announced a salary floor of $61.7 million for next season.
Gymnastics star Simone Biles returning to competition in August in first meet since 2020 Olympics

Gymnastics star Simone Biles returning to competition in August in first meet since 2020 Olympics

Simone Biles is back. The gymnastics superstar plans to return to competition at the U.S. Classic outside Chicago in early August, her first event since the pandemic-delayed 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
Jordi Fernandez replaces Nick Nurse as coach of Canadian men’s basketball team

Jordi Fernandez replaces Nick Nurse as coach of Canadian men’s basketball team

TORONTO — Sacramento Kings assistant coach Jordi Fernandez is replacing former Toronto Raptors coach Nick Nurse as the head coach of the Canadian men's basketball team, Canada Basketball announced Wednesday.
Canada ties Guadeloupe 2-2 after giving up late goal in CONCACAF Gold Cup opener

Canada ties Guadeloupe 2-2 after giving up late goal in CONCACAF Gold Cup opener

TORONTO — The disappointment was telling after a rough finish.
No Support: Gausman strikes out 12 in losing effort as Giants blank Blue Jays 3-0

No Support: Gausman strikes out 12 in losing effort as Giants blank Blue Jays 3-0

TORONTO — The San Francisco Giants used a variety of pitching styles to keep the Toronto hitters off-balance Tuesday night. And unlike the home team, they took advantage of their opportunities.
Estrada has two RBIs as Giants blank Blue Jays 3-0 for their 13th win in 15 games

Estrada has two RBIs as Giants blank Blue Jays 3-0 for their 13th win in 15 games

TORONTO (AP) — Thairo Estrada had a two-run double and scored a run, Alex Wood and three relievers combined on an eight-hitter and the San Francisco Giants beat the Toronto Blue Jays 3-0 on Tuesday night for their 13th win in 15 games.
Young Devils add veteran Toffoli in draft-eve deal with Flames

Young Devils add veteran Toffoli in draft-eve deal with Flames

NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — The up-and-coming New Jersey Devils have acquired veteran forward Tyler Toffoli from the Calgary Flames for forward Yegor Sharangovich and a draft pick they recently acquired in a deal with Columbus.
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