Carl Edwards wins crash-filled Nationwide race in Montreal, passing Marcos Ambrose on last lapMONTREAL — Carl Edwards was as shocked as anyone. ‘I took the long road’: Mike Rizzo drops ‘acting’ tag, promoted to Washington Nationals GMWASHINGTON — When he was a kid, Mike Rizzo wanted a job in the majors. As a player, not an executive. 2-month-old son of Washington Capitals Jose Theodore diesMONTREAL — The 2-month-old son of Washington Capitals goaltender Jose Theodore has died. No. 5 Andy Roddick knocked out of Cincy Masters by Sam Querrey
Nats acting GM Rizzo: “Very unlikely” Strasburg will pitch for Washington in ‘09WASHINGTON — Long-standing Washington Nationals “face of the franchise” Ryan Zimmerman was in the home clubhouse before Tuesday’s game, fielding question after question about newly signed No. 1 draft pick Stephen Strasburg. Washington Nationals, No. 1 pick Stephen Strasburg reach record $15M agreement by deadlineWASHINGTON — The Washington Nationals knew they needed to sign No. 1 overall draft pick Stephen Strasburg, and they did. Federer adjusting to fatherhood, Nadal recovering from knee problems as Cincy Masters begins
Andy Murray passes Rafael Nadal to take No. 2 in ATP rankings; 1st British man ranked so highMONTREAL — Andy Murray has overtaken Rafael Nadal in the ATP rankings, becoming the first British man to reach No. 2. Murray beats Del Potro to win Rogers Cup in 3 grueling setsMONTREAL — Andy Murray took the court to face Juan Martin Del Potro knowing no matter what the result of the Rogers Cup final, he would be soon be ranked No. 2 in the world. Roddick ousted; Murray downs Tsonga to reach final at Montreal and No. 2 rankingMONTREAL — Britain’s Andy Murray defeated Jo-Wilfried Tsonga of France and Juan Martin Del Potro ousted Andy Roddick in the semifinals of the Rogers Cup on Saturday. Murray downs Tsonga to reach final at Montreal and No. 2 rankingMONTREAL — Andy Murray reached the Rogers Cup final and the world’s No. 2 ranking with a 6-4, 7-6 (8) victory over Jo-Wilfried Tsonga of France 6-4, 7-6 (8) on Saturday. Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal both out of the Rogers CupMONTREAL — Jo-Wilfried Tsonga pulled out a stunning victory over Roger Federer and Juan Martin Del Potro followed with a two-set win over Rafael Nadal on Friday to advance to the semifinals of the Rogers Cup. Jo-Wilfried Tsonga rallies to knock top-ranked Roger Federer out of the Rogers CupMONTREAL — Jo-Wilfried Tsonga upset Roger Federer in the Rogers Cup on Friday, coming back from the brink of elimination in the third set to beat the world’s top-ranked player 7-6 (5), 1-6, 7-6 (3). Arturo Gatti’s widow believes 2nd autopsy on ex-boxing champ will clear her nameMONTREAL — Arturo Gatti’s wife says a second autopsy on the former boxing champion will show she had nothing to do with his death. Nadal advances, Roddick beats Andreev to move to 3rd round of Rogers Cup in MontrealMONTREAL — Rafael Nadal’s knees held up fine. Instead, it was his opponent, David Ferrer, who limped off the court. Kim Clijsters 1 of 3 to get wild card for Rogers Cup
Roger Federer, Andy Murray advance at Rogers Cup after winning first matches since Wimbledon
Roger is waiting: Canada’s Niemeyer scores upset in Montreal and gets Federer next
Frederic Niemeyer scores upset before home crowd in Montreal; Canadian gets Federer nextMONTREAL —Frederic Niemeyer, a Canadian ranked No. 487, enjoyed an upset before a home crowd Monday by defeating Russia’s Igor Kunitsyn 7-5, 6-1 in the first round of the Rogers Cup. Croatia’s Marin Cilic loses in 1st round to Russia’s Mikhail Youzhny in MontrealMONTREAL —Croatia’s Marin Cilic failed to take advantage of his booming serve, losing to Russia’s Mikhail Youzhny 4-6, 7-6 (4), 6-1 Monday in the first round of the Rogers Cup. Rafael Nadal to defend title at Rogers Cup after 2-month injury layoff
Agent: Canucks’ Burrows under investigation, could face charges for incident in summer gameMONTREAL — The agent for Vancouver Canucks forward Alex Burrows says his client in under investigation for an altercation that took place in a summer league hockey game. Office of Quebec coroner seeking Gatti’s Brazilian autopsy and police filesTORONTO — The coroner’s office in Quebec wants Brazilian authorities to share their files from boxer Arturo Gatti’s initial autopsy and the police investigation into his death. Host of TV show ‘Autopsy’ oversees Arturo Gatti’s second autopsyMONTREAL — A second autopsy performed at the request of former boxer Arturo Gatti’s family has not ruled out homicide in his death. Arturo Gatti’s body exhumed; Canadian authorities to do 2nd autopsy on boxer at family requestRIO DE JANEIRO — Boxer Arturo Gatti’s body was exhumed Friday to allow the Quebec coroner’s office to perform a new autopsy at his family’s request. Grief and cheers: Boxing community pays respects at Arturo Gatti’s funeral in MontrealMONTREAL — Arturo Gatti was remembered as a big-hearted, star fighter at his funeral Monday, drawing a standing ovation from mourners when his mother received a championship belt from the World Boxing Council. Montreal Canadiens sign goalie Curtis Sanford to 1-year dealMONTREAL — The Montreal Canadiens’ offseason makeover took another step with the signing of goalie Curtis Sanford to a one-year contract. Funeral to be held in Montreal for former two-division champion Arturo Gatti
Canadiens sign forward Latendresse and defenseman Belle to 1-year dealsMONTREAL — The Montreal Canadiens have signed forward Guillaume Latendresse and defenseman Shawn Belle to one-year deals Wednesday. Canadiens sign free agent defenseman Paul MaraMONTREAL — The Canadiens have signed free agent Paul Mara to a one-year contract, adding size and experience to their group of defensemen. Saku Koivu leaves Montreal after 13 seasons to join Anaheim Ducks in 1-year deal
Kovalev wasn’t looking to leave Canadiens, now seeks fresh start with SenatorsOTTAWA — Alex Kovalev’s disappointment in leaving the Montreal Canadiens is balanced by the belief he can be a missing piece in helping the Ottawa Senators rebound from bad times. Phelps back to where he wants to be with world championships loomingINDIANAPOLIS — Michael Phelps has a sense of how his transformation from greatest middle-distance swimmer to sprinter is going. He’ll have to prove it at the U.S. national championships, where there’s more at stake than just titles. Alex Kovalev leaves Canadiens after 6 seasons, signs 2-year deal with Ottawa SenatorsOTTAWA — Alex Kovalev signed a two-year, $10 million deal Monday with the Ottawa Senators, leaving the rival Montreal Canadiens after parts of five seasons. Rangers reach deal with LW Higgins, restricted free agent acquired in trade for Scott GomezNEW YORK — The New York Rangers agreed to terms on a one-year, $2.25 million deal with Chris Higgins, a restricted free agent acquired last week in a six-player trade that sent Scott Gomez to the Montreal Canadiens. |
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MONTREAL — A funeral for former boxing champion Arturo Gatti will be held Monday in his adopted hometown of Montreal.
ANAHEIM, Calif. — Saku Koivu has left the Montreal Canadiens after 13 seasons to join the Anaheim Ducks.
