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Vote Now: Stanley Cup final 'X-factor': The New Jersey Devils and Los Angeles Kings meet in Game 1 of the Cup final on Wednesday on Hockey Night In Canada, but before the puck drops we want to know: what will truly decide who lifts Lord Stanley's mug?
blog Wharnsby: Anze Kopitar has earned peers' respect: Anze Kopitar's hometown in Slovenia is not far from the Austrian border, and it was seven years ago in Innsbruck, Austria that a 17-year-old Kopitar had his coming out party as a teenage hockey sensation at the 2005 world championship.
Devils have what it takes to get past Kings for cup: Few thought the Devils stood much of a chance against Philadelphia or the New York Rangers in previous rounds, yet here they are with a chance to claim their fourth Stanley Cup.
Flyers owner Ed Snider rooting for Richards, Carter: This series between bitter rivals vs. bitter breakup could be tortuous to watch for the orange-and-black faithful. Just not for founder and owner Ed Snider.
Jonathan Quick ready to carry Kings into Cup finals: In the playoffs, it's been no contest for LA Kings goalie Jonathan Quick against the Canucks, Blues and Coyotes. Now that Quick has reached the final round, all these years later, the man standing in his way of a championship is a 40-year-old Martin Brodeur.
Blackhawks re-sign Johnny Oduya and Jamal Mayers: The Chicago Blackhawks have agreed to a three-year contract extension with defenceman Johnny Oduya and a one-year extension for forward Jamal Mayers.
IIHF eliminates semifinal bye from world junior championships: The semifinal bye at the world under-20 and under-18 men's hockey championships is about to be eliminated, although Canada will play one more world junior event with that wrinkle in place.
Leafs sign Finnish forward Leo Komarov to 1-year contract: The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed forward Leo Komarov to a one-year contract, the club announced Tuesday. The five-foot-11, 198-pound native of Narva, Estonia, was the Leafs' seventh choice in the 2006 NHL Entry Draft.
blog The playoff highs & lows of Martin Brodeur, Jonathan Quick: The starting goalies of this year's Stanley Cup finalists have hit amazing highs and probably felt lower than low at different points in the 2012 post-season.
Wharnsby: Bob Hoffmeyer is loyal scout for Devils: Reaching the Stanley Cup final never gets old for the New Jersey Devils, especially if you have been around Lou Lamoriello's hockey operation as long as pro scout Bob Hoffmeyer.

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Argonauts safety Willie Pile retires: Toronto Argonauts Willie Pile, who played linebacker and safety over five seasons with the CFL club, announced his retirement on Tuesday.
Ticats' revamped offence will need patience: The Hamilton Tiger-Cats' revamped receiving corps will have more to learn in training camp this summer than new head coach George Cortez's offence. They'll also have to develop a sense of patience.
Bomber coach excited for Canadian talent: Coach Paul LaPolice says the Blue Bombers continue to develop younger players and have increased the depth of their Canadian talent pool since he took over in 2010.
Blue Bombers set second straight season-ticket record: Demand for season tickets in the new home of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers has driven sales to a second consecutive record. Bomber president Garth Buchko says sales have topped 22,050 and they haven't even been opened to the general public yet.
Blue Bombers sign draft pick, deal LB Merrill Johnson: The Winnipeg Blue Bombers signed their third-round pick in the 2012 CFL entry draft and an import receiver Friday. Winnipeg also acquired a sixth round pick in the 2014 draft from Edmonton in exchange for import linebacker Merrill Johnson.
B.C. Lions sign top pick Jabar Westerman: The B.C. Lions have signed their 2012 top draft pick Jabar Westerman to a contract, the CFL club announced Monday. But the defending Grey Cup champions will have to do without their other first-round pick, University of Calgary offensive lineman Kirby Fabien, who announced he is returning to the Dinos for a third season.
Argonauts lineman Rob Murphy announces retirement: Toronto Argonauts offensive tackle Rob Murphy is retiring from pro football. A veteran of six CFL seasons, Murphy says he feels he's accomplished all his goals on the football field.
Alouettes DT Eric Wilson retires after 8 CFL seasons: Defensive tackle Eric Wilson announced his retirement Tuesday after eight seasons in the Canadian Football League, including the last five with Montreal.
Rene Stephan among Blue Bombers' 3 Canadian signings: The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have signed three more Canadians including fourth-round draft pick Rene Stephan, a linebacker out of Harding University who was the 23rd pick overall in this year's CFL draft.
B.C. Lions re-sign non-import receiver Akeem Foster: The B.C. Lions re-signed non-import receiver Akeem Foster to a contract extension Tuesday. Originally drafted by the Lions 25th overall in 2010, the Ajax, Ont., native has appeared in 24 regular season games for B.C.

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Miami Dolphins agree to appear on 'Hard Knocks': The Miami Dolphins will appear on "Hard Knocks" this summer. HBO announced Tuesday that the Dolphins would be the newest subject of its popular reality series documenting NFL training camps.
Judge dismisses NFL retiree lawsuit against union: A lawsuit filed against the NFL Players Association by retirees was dismissed Tuesday by a federal judge, who said she's "empathetic to their concerns" but ruled they had no legal right to hundreds of millions of dollars in additional post-career benefits they claimed they lost during lockout talks last year.
Bills' Stevie Johnson out until training camp with groin surgery: Buffalo Bills receiver Stevie Johnson is expected to miss most — if not all — of the team's off-season minicamp practices to give him time to recover from groin surgery.
Former NFLer Terrell Owens released by Indoor Football League team: Terrell Owens has been released by the Allen Wranglers and lost his ownership stake in the Indoor Football League team. The team says Owens didn't plan to play in two upcoming road games with possible playoff implications.
Detroit Lions' Titus Young apologizes, Nick Fairley returns to team: Detroit Lions defensive tackle Nick Fairley and wide receiver Titus Young were back on the practice field with security escorts to keep reporters away.
Sandusky charity for troubled youths to close: The charity for troubled youths started by Jerry Sandusky more than three decades ago — and through which the retired Penn State assistant football coach met the boys he is charged with sexually abusing — said Friday it is seeking court approval to shut down and transfer its programs to a Texas-based youth ministry that serves abused and neglected children.
Giants receiver Hakeem Nicks breaks foot: New York Giants receiver Hakeem Nicks is expected to be sidelined up to three months after breaking his right foot at a team organized activity early Thursday.
NFLPA chief DeMaurice Smith says collusion claim will stand up in court: NFL players union chief DeMaurice Smith says his group's claim of collusion will stand up in court. The NFL Players Association claimed in U.S. District Court in Minnesota on Wednesday that the 32 teams had a secret salary cap in place during the uncapped 2010 season.
NFLPA accuses league of collusion, files suit: The NFL Players Association has filed a complaint in federal court accusing the league of colluding to impose a secret salary cap during the uncapped 2010 season.
NFL approves mandatory thigh, knee pads rule: The NFL has made thigh and knee pads mandatory equipment for the 2013 season, something the players' union could oppose because the move was not collectively bargained.

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Brett Lawrie helps lift Blue Jays over slumping Orioles: Brett Lawrie had three hits and three RBIs, Ricky Romero won for the seventh time in nine starts against Baltimore and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the slumping Orioles 8-6 Tuesday night.
Phillies' Roy Halladay out 6-8 weeks due to shoulder strain: Philadelphia Phillies ace Roy Halladay has been put on the disabled list because of a strained right shoulder and is expected to be out of the rotation for six to eight weeks.
Government rests case in Roger Clemens perjury trial: It took 24 witnesses over 19 days of testimony for prosecutors to make their case against Roger Clemens, with three jurors and two minor pieces of the indictment dismissed by the time they were done.
Rangers agree to minor league deal with Roy Oswalt: The Texas Rangers have agreed to a minor league deal with free-agent pitcher Roy Oswalt with the anticipation that he will join the rotation within a few weeks.
Angels' Jered Weaver placed on 15-day DL with back injury: Los Angeles Angels ace Jered Weaver has been placed on the 15-day disabled list with a lower-back injury that likely will force last season's AL Cy Young runner-up to miss at least two starts.
White Sox spoil Hideki Matsui's debut with Rays: AL roundup: Philip Humber won for the first time since throwing a perfect game in April, and the Chicago White Sox extended their winning streak to seven games by beating the Tampa Bay Rays 7-2 on Tuesday night. Hideki Matsui homered in his Tampa Bay debut.
Blue Jays send Eric Thames to AAA, recall Mike McCoy: The Toronto Blue Jays recalled infield Mike McCoy from AAA Las Vegas on Tuesday and optioned outfielder Eric Thames to the Pacific Coast League club.
L.A. Dodgers activate all-star Matt Kemp from 15-day DL: All-Star centre fielder Matt Kemp has been activated from the 15-day disabled list by the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday after missing 13 games because of a left hamstring strain.
Braves beat Cardinals, snap 8-game skid: NL roundup: Dan Uggla hit a three-run homer, Michael Bourn also went deep and the Atlanta Braves snapped their longest losing streak in more than two years, holding off the St. Louis Cardinals 5-4 Tuesday night after an eight-game skid.
No plea deal for Tigers' Young in racial slur case: Prosecutors are not offering a plea deal to Detroit Tigers outfielder Delmon Young, who's accused of making anti-Semitic remarks during a fight outside a New York hotel.

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Spurs win 20th straight, take 2-0 West series lead: Tony Parker scored 34 points, Manu Ginobili added 20 and the San Antonio Spurs stayed perfect in the playoffs with a 120-111 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 2 of the Western Conference finals on Tuesday night.
Clippers exercise option on coach Vinnie Del Negro: Vinny Del Negro will be back as coach of the Los Angeles Clippers after guiding them to the highest winning percentage in franchise history during the lockout-shortened season.
Heat dispatch Celtics in Game 1 of East finals: LeBron James scored 32 points and grabbed 13 rebounds, Dwyane Wade scored 10 of his 22 points in the fourth quarter and the Heat beat the Celtics 93-79 on Monday night in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals.
Chris Bosh improving, but no date set for return: Bosh, who has been sidelined since straining a lower abdominal muscle in Game 1 of Miami's second-round series against Indiana, did what the Heat called a "very light" on-court workout Sunday. Heat coach Erik Spoelstra categorized the session as part of the progression of Bosh's rehab program and continued to say there's no target date for his return.
Spurs take Game 1 of West finals, win 19th straight: Manu Ginobili scored 26 points and the San Antonio Spurs won their 19th in a row to tie the NBA record for longest winning streak kept alive in the playoffs, beating the Oklahoma City Thunder 101-98 to open the Western Conference finals on Sunday night.
Celtics outlast Sixers to reach East final: Rajon Rondo had 18 points, 10 assists and 10 rebounds and the Boston Celtics beat the Philadelphia 76ers 85-75 in Game 7 on Saturday night to advance to the Eastern Conference finals.
Knicks give coach Mike Woodson multiyear extension: Mike Woodson will return as New York Knicks coach after leading them to their first playoff victory in 11 years. The Knicks removed the interim tag Friday and announced they had given Woodson a multiyear contract extension, rewarding him for a terrific finish to what had been a turbulent season.
Heat finish off Pacers, advance to East final: NBA: Dwyane Wade scored 41 points, LeBron James added 28 and Miami finished off the Indiana Pacers, sending the Heat back to the Eastern Conference finals with a 105-93 victory in Game 6 on Thursday night.
LeBron James leads voting, Kobe Bryant makes 10th All-NBA 1st team: LeBron James was the leading vote-getter for the All-NBA team, while Kobe Bryant earned his 10th first-team selection, tied for second on the career list.
blog Heat-Pacers too much fun not to go 7 games: CBCSports.ca's John Chick believes the series between the Miami Heat and Indiana Pacers will go the maximum seven games.

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Italy premier suggests 2 to 3-year soccer suspension for match-fixing scandal: Premier Mario Monti suggested Tuesday that Italian soccer be suspended for two to three years after the latest match-fixing scandal rocked the national team and again tarnished the sport's image in the country just a week before the European Championship.
Car manufacturer Kia buys naming rights to TFC training ground: Car manufacturer Kia Canada Inc. has acquired the naming rights to Toronto FC's new $21-million training ground as well as its academy program.
Euro 2012 co-hosts protest racism accusations: European championship co-hosts Ukraine and Poland denounced a BBC report that portrayed their fans as racist, and European soccer's governing body reiterated that all foreign guests will be safe.
FIFA announces 'All in one rhythm' as 2014 World Cup slogan: FIFA and Brazilian organizers say "All in one rhythm" will be the official slogan of the 2014 World Cup, representing the "unique flavour that Brazil will bring" to football's showcase event.
Italy friendly against Luxembourg cancelled after earthquake: Italy's friendly against Luxembourg has been cancelled after another earthquake shook northern Italy on Tuesday.
Prandelli names final team for Italy ahead of Euro 2012: Andrea Ranocchia and Mattia Destro were cut from Italy's final 23-man squad for the European Championship.
Dejan Lovren and Nikola Kalinic dropped from Croatia's Euro 2012 squad: Central defender Dejan Lovren and striker Nikola Kalinic were dropped from Croatia's final squad for the European Championship on Tuesday.
Ukraine coach Oleh Blokhin names final roster ahead of championships: Ukraine coach Oleh Blokhin avoided surprises in picking the three players to drop for his final squad to play at the European Championships.
Coach of Serie A champion Juventus implicated in match-fixing scandal: The match-fixing scandal that has rocked Italian football over the past year implicated the coach of Serie A champion Juventus on Monday and ensured at least one player won't be at the European championship.
Impact introduce Marco Di Vaio as 1st designated player: Marco Di Vaio wasted no time in connecting with his new fan base on Monday. Di Vaio made his first comments in French, his second language, after the Montreal Impact introduced their newly-signed Italian striker as the Major League Soccer team's first designated player.

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Darren Clarke withdraws from US Open due to groin injury: The 43-year-old Clarke told United States Golf Association officials on Monday that the problem that had bothered him for several weeks is still troubling him.
Phil Mickelson joins group trying to buy Padres: Hall of Fame golfer Phil Mickelson has joined a group of investors who want to buy his hometown San Diego Padres. Mickelson said Monday afternoon he is involved with Kevin and Brian O'Malley, and their cousins Peter and Tom Seidler, as one of five groups trying to buy the team.
Luke Donald bumps McIlroy from No. 1 spot with Wentworth win: Luke Donald held off Justin Rose to win the BMW PGA Championship for the second straight year Sunday and overtake Rory McIlroy for the No. 1 ranking.
Zach Johnson overtakes Jason Dufner to win at Colonial: Zach Johnson won the Colonial for his first victory since also winning at Hogan's Alley two years ago, pulling ahead Sunday when Jason Dufner finally faltered.
Roger Chapman's 1st Senior win is PGA championship: Roger Chapman won the Senior PGA Championship, holding on for a two-stroke victory after leading comfortably throughout the final round Sunday.
blog Playing golf in Canada not a cheap pursuit: CBC Sports golf contributor Peter Robinson crunches the numbers on why golf in Canada isn't cheap whether one plays at local municipal layouts or as a member at an upscale private club.
McIlroy misses cut with 79 after second round at Wentworth: Rory McIlroy's grip on the world No. 1 ranking is under threat from Luke Donald, after the Northern Irishman missed the cut at the BMW PGA Championship.
Jason Dufner makes charge to lead at Colonial: Jason Dufner moved into position for his second straight victory and third in five weeks, shooting a bogey-free 6-under 64 on Friday to take a two-stroke lead in the Colonial.
Zach Johnson bogey-free for lead at Colonial: Zach Johnson shot a bogey-free 6-under par 64 to take a one-stroke lead after the first round of the Crowne Plaza Invitational at the Colonial on Thursday.
Rory McIlroy shows frustration in bogey-filled round: In a fit of anger during his bogey-filled opening round of 2-over 74 at the BMW PGA Championship on Thursday, Rory McIlroy tossed his club to the ground in despair.

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American Serena Williams bounced from French Open: Serena Williams lost in the first round of a major tournament for the first time in her career, falling to Virginie Razzano of France 4-6, 7-6 (5), 6-3 Tuesday at the French Open.
Milos Raonic reaches 2nd round at French Open video: Milos Raonic of Thornhill, Ont., powered past Ruben Ramirez Hidalgo of Spain 6-4, 6-2, 6-2 to reach the second round of the French Open on Monday.
Daniel Nestor, Vasek Pospisil tabbed for Olympic doubles: Olympic gold medallist Daniel Nestor of Toronto will partner with Vancouver's Vasek Pospisil in men's doubles at the London Games.
Roger Federer equals Jimmy Connors' Grand Slam win record video: Roger Federer equaled Jimmy Connors' Open era mark and improved to 233-35 at tennis' top four tournaments by beating Tobias Kamke of Germany 6-2, 7-5, 6-3 in the first round of the French Open Monday.
Top-ranked Victoria Azarenka shakes rust at French Open video: Top-ranked Victoria Azarenka of Bulgaria committed 60 unforced errors but still managed to beat Alberta Brianti of Italy 6-7, 6-4, 6-2 at the French Open in Paris on Monday.
Vera Zvonareva pulls out of French Open: Two-time Grand Slam finalist Vera Zvonareva of Russia withdrew Monday from the French Open before her first-round match, citing an injured right shoulder.
Andy Roddick early casualty at French Open: Six major champions made their way through the first round Sunday at the French Open, but not Andy Roddick of the United States.
Canada's Aleksandra Wozniak advances at French Open: The first two Canadians on court at the French Open both lost their opening matches Sunday, with Vasek Pospisil admitting he burned out on the clay.
French Open draw produces exciting possibilities: Novak Djokovic's bid to win a fourth consecutive Grand Slam title — and first at the French Open — might require a semifinal victory over nemesis Roger Federer.
Rafael Nadal guns for new French Open standard: When the draw for the year's second Grand Slam tournament is revealed Friday, much of the attention will be on the paths presented to two men: Nadal, who is bidding for a record seventh French Open championship; and Novak Djokovic, who will be trying to become only the third man in history to win four consecutive major tennis tournaments.