Riders end Alouettes' home streak

The Saskatchewan Roughriders halted a decade of home-opening victories by the Montreal Alouettes with a convincing 16-7 win Friday night at Molson Stadium.

Mariners hang on to outlast Blue Jays
Dustin McGowan and the Toronto Blue Jays fell behind early and couldn't recover, losing 5-3 to the Seattle Mariners Friday in the first of a three-game series at Safeco Field. more »
David Edgar to play for Canada at U-20 World Cup
Influential defender David Edgar has overcome a nagging abdominal injury and is ready to play for Canada at the FIFA U-20 World Cup. more »
Bonds belts home run No. 750
Barry Bonds moved one step closer to history on Friday night, hitting his 750th career home run and pulling to within five of tying Hank Aaron's record. more »
NHL salary cap going up
The NHL and its player's association announced Friday that teams will be allowed to spend up to $50.3 million US on player salaries next season, up from $44 million in 2006-07. more »
Henin, Serena Williams cruise at Wimbledon
Top-ranked Justine Henin became the first player to the reach the fourth round at Wimbledon on Friday, erasing Elena Vesnina of Russia 6-1, 6-3. more »
Panthers re-sign Stumpel
The Florida Panthers re-signed veteran forward Jozef Stumpel to a two-year deal on Friday. more »
Canada handles Korea in World League Volleyball
Canada rebounded from a tough outing against defending champion Brazil to defeat Korea in World Volleyball League action Friday night in Winnipeg. more »
Mavericks owner Cuban fires back at former coach
In the latest accusations lobbed between former co-workers, Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban claims that Don Nelson, current head coach of the Golden State Warriors, used "confidential information" to help his team to a stunning first-round playoff victory. more »
NFL Europa folds after 16 years
The NFL folded its development league in Europe after 16 years on Friday. more »
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NHL salary cap going up
The NHL and its player's association announced Friday that teams will be allowed to spend up to $50.3 million US on player salaries next season, up from $44 million in 2006-07.
Panthers re-sign Stumpel
The Florida Panthers re-signed veteran forward Jozef Stumpel to a two-year deal on Friday.
Kings bring back Jaroslav Modry
Jaroslav Modry has decided to stay in Los Angeles, signing a one-year contract with the Kings on Friday.

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Riders end Alouettes' home streak
The Saskatchewan Roughriders halted a decade of home-opening victories by the Montreal Alouettes with a convincing 16-7 win Friday night at Molson Stadium.
Eskimos, Bombers battle to tie
Troy Westwood and Sean Fleming both missed overtime field goals, leaving the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and Edmonton Eskimos in a 39-39 draw to open their CFL seasons on Thursday night.
NFL Europa folds after 16 years
The NFL folded its development league in Europe after 16 years on Friday.

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Mariners hang on to outlast Blue Jays
Dustin McGowan and the Toronto Blue Jays fell behind early and couldn't recover, losing 5-3 to the Seattle Mariners Friday in the first of a three-game series at Safeco Field.
Bonds belts home run No. 750
Barry Bonds moved one step closer to history on Friday night, hitting his 750th career home run and pulling to within five of tying Hank Aaron's record.
Frank Thomas hits 500th home run
Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter Frank Thomas joined a select group of major leaguers Thursday afternoon, belting his 500th career home run in Minnesota.

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David Edgar to play for Canada at U-20 World Cup
Influential defender David Edgar has overcome a nagging abdominal injury and is ready to play for Canada at the FIFA U-20 World Cup.
U-20 World Cup ticket sales through the roof
Ticket sales for the FIFA U-20 soccer tournament in Canada passed the 940,000 mark as organizers set sights on the record 1.15 million set in Mexico in 1983.
Argentina trounces U.S. at Copa America
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Major trades involving stars Ray Allen, Zach Randolph and Jason Richardson were the talk of the NBA draft on Thursday, while the Toronto Raptors made a minor tweak to their roster.
Mavericks owner Cuban fires back at former coach
In the latest accusations lobbed between former co-workers, Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban claims that Don Nelson, current head coach of the Golden State Warriors, used "confidential information" to help his team to a stunning first-round playoff victory.
Oden goes No. 1 to Blazers
Ohio State star centre Greg Oden was taken first overall in the NBA draft Thursday by the Portland Trail Blazers.

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