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MLS Cup final averages combined 2.155 million viewers

MLS Cup final averages combined 2.155 million viewers

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles FC’s victory over the Philadelphia Union on penalty kicks in the MLS Cup final was the second highest in the league's 27-year history for combined U.S. viewers. Saturday's game averaged a combined 2.
This year's World Series is 2nd-least watched on TV

This year's World Series is 2nd-least watched on TV

LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Houston Astros' six-game victory over the Philadelphia Phillies finished as the second least-watched World Series on television. The six games averaged 11,784,000 on Fox, down 1.
Ecuador keeps World Cup place after ruling by sports court

Ecuador keeps World Cup place after ruling by sports court

GENEVA (AP) — Ecuador kept its place at the World Cup thanks to a Swiss court ruling on Tuesday, but will be deducted three points in qualifying for the 2026 tournament because of a false document being used to get a passport for a Colombia-born play
Canada Ravens women look to end Rugby League World Cup campaign on a winning note

Canada Ravens women look to end Rugby League World Cup campaign on a winning note

The Canada Ravens look to end their Rugby League World Cup campaign on a winning note Wednesday against tournament debutant Brazil in Leeds, England.

Gymnastics coach from Durham region charged with sexual assault, exploitation

OSHAWA, Ont. — A Canadian gymnastics coach has been charged with sexual assault and sexual exploitation.
New Zealand prop Isaac Salmon returns for second season with the Toronto Arrows

New Zealand prop Isaac Salmon returns for second season with the Toronto Arrows

TORONTO — Prop Isaac Salmon has re-signed with the Toronto Arrows for the 2023 Major League Rugby season. The 26-year-old from New Zealand was named the Arrows forward of the year in his debut 2022 season with the team.
LaVine's 30 points pace Bulls past Raptors 111-97

LaVine's 30 points pace Bulls past Raptors 111-97

CHICAGO (AP) — Zach LaVine scored a season-high 30 points and the Chicago Bulls coasted to a 111-97 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Monday night.
Ovechkin scores again, Capitals beat Oilers 5-4 to end skid

Ovechkin scores again, Capitals beat Oilers 5-4 to end skid

WASHINGTON (AP) — With less than two minutes left and the Washington Capitals hoping to avoid blowing another third-period lead, Alex Ovechkin skated toward the net and, instead of shooting, passed the puck between his legs to Evgeny Kuznetsov, who k
Dobson scores in OT to rally Islanders past Flames 4-3

Dobson scores in OT to rally Islanders past Flames 4-3

NEW YORK (AP) — Noah Dobson scored a power-play goal 4:02 into overtime and the the New York Islanders rallied for a 4-3 win over the Calgary Flames on Monday night.
Whitecaps draw Real CD Espana in Champions League opening series

Whitecaps draw Real CD Espana in Champions League opening series

VANCOUVER — The Vancouver Whitecaps will launch their third Champions League campaign in early March against Honduran side Real CD Espana. The official draw for the CONCACAF Champions League Round of 16 was held Monday night in Miami.