National Sports

WASHINGTON — More than 100 pitches in, Stephen Strasburg was adamant he wasn't quite ready to leave the latest superb start by a Nationals pitcher against the St.

CHICAGO — Corey Crawford and the Chicago Blackhawks stayed focused and tightened their play against a tough opponent to earn their first win of the season.

TOKYO — Roger Federer wants to become a five-time Olympian. Already the most successful male tennis player in terms of Grand Slam singles titles, Federer wants to add another piece of hardware to his impressive collection. If he's healthy.

NEW YORK — The Yankees and Astros plan all-bullpen games from the start in Game 4 of the AL Championship Series in a sign of the times. With the best-of-seven series tied 1-1, New York's Luis Severino starts Game 3 on Tuesday against Gerrit Cole.

TORONTO — Coach John Herdman promises "blood, guts and thunder" when Canada takes the field against the U.S. on Tuesday in CONCACAF Nations League play The Canadian men are looking to end a 34-year, 17-match winless streak against the Americans.

OTTAWA — The Minnesota Wild stuck to their defensive plan Monday and it paid off to give them their first win of the season.

Toronto FC playmaker Alejandro Pozuelo is a finalist for Major League Soccer's Newcomer of the Year award.

NEW YORK — Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid was named the NHL's first star of the week Monday.

TORONTO — Amer Didic's road to the Canadian soccer team started in Bosnia, with several detours along the way. Didic's family fled the war in Bosnia and, sponsored by a church, arrived in Canada when Amer was one.

SAN JOSE, Calif. — Less than a week after rejoining his former team, Patrick Marleau is already making a big impact. Tomas Hertl had a goal and an assist to help the San Jose Sharks beat the Calgary Flames 3-1 on Sunday night.