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After struggling with injuries, Andre De Grasse says he’s back on track

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https://i.cbc.ca/1.5094824.1555019811!/fileImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_620/ath-de-grasse-20190411.jpgIt might seem like Canadian sprinter Andre De Grasse amassed a career's worth of medals during his meteoric rise.But the 24-year-old from Markham, Ont., is back to remind everyone he's not done yet.After injuries derailed the better part of the past two seasons, De Grasse is healthy. He passed his first test unscathed by racing two relays for Canada last weekend in Florida, and will compete in the 200 metres at the Grenada Invitational on Saturday, his first individual event

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Canada’s Corey Conners near the lead on 1st day of Masters

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https://i.cbc.ca/1.5094760.1555017771!/fileImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_620/c014105-2019041183151957-jpg.jpgThe last guy into the Masters left no doubt he deserved his spot.Corey Conners followed up a thrill at the first tee — a greeting from Jack Nicklaus — with a 2-under 70 that put the Canadian in solid position after the opening round Thursday."I feel like I belong," Conners said.Playing in the first group of the day, he got a chance to watch Nicklaus and Gary Player hit the ceremonial tee shots that traditionally kick off the first major

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‘Let’s get to work’: Lowry eager to test rebuilt Raptors in playoffs

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https://i.cbc.ca/1.5094716.1555017017!/fileImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_620/bkn-magic-raptors-20190411.jpgKyle Lowry pulled the microphone out of its stand, then leaned way back in his chair in a picture of nonchalance before addressing the media on Thursday.If there's a prevailing theme to this rebuilt Toronto Raptors squad heading into the much-anticipated post-season, it's: been there, done that."This group, we have guys that have been there, we've got a couple champions on our team, a couple guys that have been in the Western, Eastern conference finals, guys who've played at high

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Watch the World Ski & Snowboard Festival from Whistler

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https://i.cbc.ca/1.5093908.1554999194!/fileImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_620/glf-canada-open-mcmorris-20180727.jpgClick on the video player above to watch live action from the World Ski & Snowboard Festival from Whistler, B.C.Coverage begins with the snowboarding competition on Friday at 7:30 p.m. ET, and continues with the skiing competition on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET.Several Canadian Olympians will be in competition, including Mark McMorris, Laurie Blouin, Brooke Voigt, Alex Beaulieu-Marchand and Yuki Tsubota.Read more at CBC.ca

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From the Archives: Wayne Gretzky plays his final NHL game

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https://i.cbc.ca/1.5094704.1555581903!/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_620/image.jpgSports·VideoOn April 18, 1999, The Great One laced up his skates for the last time. Gretzky would earn an assist on a Brian Leetch goal, but his New York Rangers ultimately lost 2-1 to the Pittsburgh Penguins in overtime.Posted: Apr 11, 2019 4:40 PM ET | Last Updated: April 18On April 18, 1999, The Great One laced up his skates for the last time. Gretzky would earn an assist on a Brian Leetch goal, but his New York Rangers ultimately

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New billboard in Montreal fires up old feelings over Subban-Weber trade

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https://i.cbc.ca/1.5094239.1555006813!/fileImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_620/p-k-subban-weber-ad.jpgThere's a familiar face on a new billboard in downtown Montreal. It's that of Nashville Predators defenceman P.K. Subban, along with the eye-catching slogan "J'aime mon Weber," on display on the Ville-Marie Expressway.It's all part of Weber Grills new Quebec marketing campaign.Quebec-based media agency Gendron Communication was the brains behind it. The ad plays on the fact that Subban, a fan favourite in Montreal, was traded in 2016 by the Montreal Canadiens to the Nashville Predators for Shea Weber.Even though

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Canada’s Corey Conners vaults into early tie for lead at Masters

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https://i.cbc.ca/1.5094060.1555002774!/fileImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_620/masters-golf.jpgCanadian Corey Conners has continued his improbable roll at one of golf's biggest tournaments.The 27-year-old native of Listowel, Ont., found himself tied for the lead of the Masters after teeing off in the first group Thursday.Conners, who received an invitation to the first major of the men's golf season by winning the Valero Texas Open on Sunday after Monday qualifying for the PGA Tour event, shot a 2-under 70 at Augusta National Golf Club.Conners took sole possession of the lead

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Russia plans to fine athletes caught doping

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https://i.cbc.ca/1.5093905.1555000013!/fileImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_620/russian-doping-fines.jpgRussia plans to fine athletes who get caught doping, though the scheme may not be much of a deterrent for the country's top performers.The Russian parliament voted Thursday to impose a maximum fine of 50,000 rubles ($1,035) for any athlete caught taking banned substances.Russia has been embroiled in doping scandals for years, including allegations of a mass cover-up by the host nation at the 2014 Sochi Olympics.Previously, only those who helped others could be fined for doping, though that legislation

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Rachel Homan picks up 2nd win at Players’ Championship

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https://i.cbc.ca/1.5093863.1554998265!/cpImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_620/homan-rachel-041119.jpgTeam Rachel Homan scored four points in the sixth end of an 8-5 victory over Team Tracy Fleury at the Players' Championship on Thursday.Ottawa's Homan improved to 2-1 with the victory.In the other early women's round-robin game, Team Elena Stern topped Team Silvana Tirinzoni 5-3.In men's play, Team Brad Jacobs blanked Team John Epping 6-0 and Team Peter De Cruz dumped Team Matt Dunstone 8-1. Both games lasted four ends.Jacobs' Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., rink was 3-0 after the winTeam

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Canada eases past Germany to reach semifinals at hockey worlds

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https://i.cbc.ca/1.5093849.1554997981!/cpImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_620/turnbull-blayre-0411-19.jpgCanada advanced to the semifinal of the women's world hockey championship with a 5-0 win over Germany on Thursday.Blayre Turnbull scored a pair of goals for Canada in a quarterfinal victory at Metro Areena.The Canadians awaited the winner of a later quarterfinal between Finland and the Czech Republic to determine their semifinal opponent.Natalie Spooner, Brianne Jenner and Laura Stacey also scored for Canada.Defender Brigette Lacquette had a pair of assists in front of an announced crowd of 744.Emerance Maschmeyer made

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