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Jim Popp says he has fond memories of working together with Don Matthews

Jim Popp says he has fond memories of working together with Don Matthews

The Don is gone, but will never be forgotten by Jim Popp. Don Matthews, one of the most prolific coaches in CFL history, died three years ago Sunday — June 14, 2017 — at the age of 77. The native of Amesbury, Mass.
NHLers ponder playing in arenas without fans: 'We gotta do what we gotta do'

NHLers ponder playing in arenas without fans: 'We gotta do what we gotta do'

Like many sports fans hungry for something, anything, to watch during a spring of self-isolation and physical distancing, Darnell Nurse tuned into "The Last Dance" with keen interest.
Baseball players say talks futile, tell MLB to order return

Baseball players say talks futile, tell MLB to order return

NEW YORK — Baseball players told Major League Baseball additional talks to start the season during the coronavirus pandemic are pointless and said owners should order a return to work, which likely would spark lengthy litigation and a renewal of the
Quebec's Charles (Air) Jourdain loses close decision on UFC fight card

Quebec's Charles (Air) Jourdain loses close decision on UFC fight card

LAS VEGAS — Andre (Touchy) Fili won a split decision over Quebec featherweight Charles (Air) Jourdain in a close fight on the undercard of a UFC Fight Night card Saturday. The judges scored it 28-29, 29-28, 29-28 for the American.
Goretzka keeps Bayern on track for latest Bundesliga title

Goretzka keeps Bayern on track for latest Bundesliga title

BERLIN — Leon Goretzka scored late for Bayern Munich to take another step closer to a record-extending eighth straight Bundesliga title after beating Borussia Mönchengladbach 2-1 on Saturday.
Forge FC players speak out in support of assistant coach fighting racism charge

Forge FC players speak out in support of assistant coach fighting racism charge

Forge FC players are speaking out in support of assistant coach Peter Reynders, whose battle to clear himself of allegations of racial comments is now into its second year.
Pringle has fond memories of Baltimore Stallions '95 championship season

Pringle has fond memories of Baltimore Stallions '95 championship season

Mike Pringle and the Baltimore Stallions will forever be part of CFL history. Twenty-five years ago, the star running back helped Baltimore become the first — and only — American franchise to capture the Grey Cup.
Raptors Uprising GC crushes Celtics Crossover Gaming to set NBA 2K League record

Raptors Uprising GC crushes Celtics Crossover Gaming to set NBA 2K League record

The unbeaten Raptors Uprising GC set an NBA 2K League scoring record in a 109-51 demolition of Celtics Crossover Gaming in Game 1 of their best-of-three esports series Friday night.
MLB offers players 80% of prorated salaries, 72-game season

MLB offers players 80% of prorated salaries, 72-game season

NEW YORK — Major League Baseball and its players are moving closer — to a deal or to Commissioner Rob Manfred ordering a shortened season without an agreement.
Longtime event director weighs in on alternate options for 20-21 curling season

Longtime event director weighs in on alternate options for 20-21 curling season

With some curling competitions already cancelled and the rest of the 2020-21 season up in the air due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the sport is facing significant challenges as it looks ahead to a possible resumption in a few months time.
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