National Sports

BOSTON — Canadian defenceman Josh Morrissey missed the 4 Nations Face-Off final against the United States due to an illness Thursday. The blueliner was replaced in the lineup by Thomas Harley.

THUNDER BAY — Jennifer Jones was back in familiar territory and colours in a new role Thursday at the Scotties Tournament of Hearts.

ESPN's coverage of Major League Baseball games will conclude at the end of the 2025 season. Both parties agreed to end their national television deal early, a person with knowledge of the decision said Thursday.

The Canadian under-20 women's soccer team plays Dominica on Friday in a CONCACAF qualifier in Port of Spain, Trinidad, the first step on a journey that hopefully leads to next year's FIFA U-20 World Cup in Poland.

DUNEDIN — Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette looks and feels like himself again at spring training after an injury-plagued 2024 season.

DUNEDIN — Baseball is top of mind for the Toronto Blue Jays as they prepare for their pre-season opener on Saturday, but the 4 Nations Face-Off hockey tournament has generated plenty of interest in the team's clubhouse.

TORONTO — Becoming a WNBA general manager has been a long time coming for Monica Wright Rogers. Wright Rogers was officially unveiled Thursday as the GM of the expansion Toronto Tempo.

Lorenzo Insigne's future with Toronto FC remains murky with news that the high-priced Italian designated player is not with the team, two days before the MLS season opener at D.C. United.

ST. JOHN'S, N.L. — A centuries-old rowing race in the heart of St. John's, N.L., is introducing a new category this year that doesn't separate athletes by gender. The 207th running of the Royal St.

San Antonio star Victor Wembanyama is not expected to play again this season after a blood clot condition was found in his right shoulder, a massive blow to the league and the second major health-related hit for the Spurs this season.