Packers TE Tucker Kraft takes major step forward in return from torn ACL

OHL approves sale of Barrie Colts to Toronto-area businessman John Careri

The Barrie Colts have a new owner. The Ontario Hockey League announced Thursday that the club has been transferred to John Careri. The Toronto-area entrepreneur, investor and sports executive serves…

Tony Romo placed on leave from CBS Sports after arrest

Tony Romo has been placed on leave from his role as the lead analyst on CBS’ NFL coverage following his arrest last week on suspicion of operating a vehicle while…

What to expect from unravelling Tempo and rest of WNBA at trade deadline

Historically, the WNBA trade deadline doesn’t become a frenzy.  But with different stakes following a new collective bargaining agreement, and an expansion team shopping around in its inaugural season, the…

Top NFL free agents: Big names still remain with pre-season near

The Hall of Fame Game between the Carolina Panthers and Arizona Cardinals kicks off on Aug. 6, which means we’ve officially made it through yet another NFL off-season. Training camps…

Traded or not, Kevin Gausman readies for likely end of Blue Jays run

TORONTO — Traded or not, Kevin Gausman is preparing for the end of his time with the Toronto Blue Jays. The 35-year-old right-hander and his family are packing up their…

Noskova, Rybakina nominated to play in Billie Jean King Cup finals

LONDON — Wimbledon champion Linda Noskova, Australian Open champion Elena Rybakina and Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen highlight the lineup of players nominated Friday to compete in the Billie Jean King Cup finals. Jasmine Paolini and doubles…

Penguins lock up Tommy Novak with three-year extension

The Penguins signed Novak to a three-year, $13.95 million contract extension, carrying an average annual value of $4.65 million, the team announced Friday. The 29-year-old Novak was set to become…

MLS notebook: Dorsch signing comes at right time for Toronto FC

Looking to bolster its midfield, Toronto FC has turned to Germany for help and inspiration.  TFC announced this week it reached a transfer agreement for midfielder Niklas Dorsch from FC…

How close was Joe Carter to signing with Royals after Blue Jays’ 1992 title?

Coming off the franchise’s first World Series title in 1992, the Toronto Blue Jays underwent a serious roster revamp heading into 1993. Gone were the likes of Dave Winfield, Tom…

Veterans and newcomers collide in UFC’s Serbia debut

The octagon makes its long-awaited debut in Serbia this Saturday, when the UFC invades Belgrade Arena in the nation’s capital city for a Fight Night card featuring 14 bouts, many…

Pressure rising on Infantino, FIFA’s World Cup investor plan as advisor resigns

GENEVA — Pressure on FIFA president Gianni Infantino and his divisive plan to sell World Cup profits to private equity grew Friday as his senior advisor who sat on a White House panel…