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Winnipeg Jets sign forward Nikita Chibrikov to three-year, entry-level contract

WINNIPEG - The Winnipeg Jets have signed forward Nikita Chibrikov to a three-year, entry-level contract worth US$925,000 a year at the NHL level. The 20-year-old Chibrikov had a goal and an assist in ...

May 01, 2023

BCHL breaks away from Hockey Canada, says move gives U18 players more options

BURNABY, B.C. - The British Columbia Hockey League is breaking away from Hockey Canada, a move the league says will provide more options for players under 18 years old that are looking to compete in c...

May 01, 2023

Increased police presence expected in Edmonton to deal with unruly Oilers fans

EDMONTON - Police are promising a greater presence in downtown Edmonton after increased violence around the arena where the Oilers have been playing NHL playoff games. Police Chief Dale McFee says alt...

May 01, 2023

Spruce Kings give GM Hawes, HC Evin contract extensions

PRINCE GEORGE- The Prince George Spruce Kings have announced contract extensions for both general manager Mike Hawes and head coach Alex Evin.Hawes, 53, signs a new three-year contract with the organi...

Greg Fry May 01, 2023

Rory McIlroy to defend RBC Canadian Open title at Oakdale Golf and Country Club

TORONTO - Rory McIlroy will be going for a three-peat at the RBC Canadian Open. McIlroy was one of several golfers named to the field of the men's national championship this afternoon. He won the tour...

May 01, 2023

Forge FC rewards coach Bobby Smyrniotis with new contract and expanded role

HAMILTON - Forge FC has rewarded Bobby Smyrniotis with a four-year contract extension in an expanded role as head coach and sporting director. Smyrniotis was named the Canadian Premier League team's f...

May 01, 2023

Business booming for Toronto bars as Maple Leafs advance in playoffs

TORONTO - Bar owners in Toronto say they're anticipating jubilant crowds as the Toronto Maple Leafs begin their second-round NHL playoff series against Florida on Tuesday. Christopher Murie, the owner...

May 01, 2023

Rapper Snoop Dogg says he's joining bid to buy NHL's Ottawa Senators

OTTAWA - Another celebrity appears set to join in the bidding war for the NHL's Ottawa Senators. Rap legend Snoop Dogg said on his Instagram account that he is joining a bid led by Los Angeles-based p...

May 01, 2023

PG All-Stars Cheer to put on Cheer Showcase to close out final season

PRINCE GEORGE- 2018. That's when Jess MacDonald opened Prince George's first cheerleading gym and formed Prince George All Stars Cheer. It's been a massive part of MacDonald's life but now the organiz...

May 01, 2023

Calgary Flames fire head coach Darryl Sutter after disappointing season

CALGARY - The Calgary Flames have fired head coach Darryl Sutter, the latest major change at the NHL club after a disappointing season. The Flames missed the playoffs this season after posting a 38-27...

May 01, 2023