April 4th, 2026
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Marlins catcher Liam Hicks is struggling to throw out would-be base stealers

By Canadian Press on April 4th, 2026

NEW YORK (AP) — Allowing the New York Yankees to steal five bases Friday extended a troubling trend for Miami Marlins catcher Liam Hicks. He has yet to catch a runner in the first nine attempts against him this season after going just 6 for 57 in his rookie year. At 6 for 66 in ... Read More »

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Why the Iran war has renewed calls for a sovereign medical supply chain

By Canadian Press on April 4th, 2026

OTTAWA — The fallout from the war in the Middle East has led to cuts in helium supplies for health services in at least one province — and experts are warning that Canada still hasn’t done enough to secure sovereignty over critical medical supply chains. Saskatchewan’s health authority says it has been warned by its ... Read More »

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Could Trump follow through on his threats to quit NATO? Experts say it’s possible

By Canadian Press on April 4th, 2026

OTTAWA — President Donald Trump’s comments to a British newspaper this week revived speculation about whether he is ready to pull the U.S. out of the NATO defensive pact, of which Canada is a member. Venting his frustration over what he claimed is the failure of allies to help America in its war against Iran, ... Read More »

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Abstreiter’s patience pays off in brilliant shutout performance for Victoire

By Canadian Press on April 4th, 2026

OTTAWA — Sandra Abstreiter bet on herself two years ago and Friday night she was rewarded with her first shutout in the Professional Women’s Hockey League. Abstreiter, named the game’s first star, made 39 saves in a 3-0 win over the Ottawa Charge that allowed her Montreal Victoire to move into first place. The road ... Read More »

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Edmonton Oilers getting solid defensive contributions during winning streak

By Canadian Press on April 4th, 2026

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers didn’t make any flashy moves at the NHL trading deadline, but general manager Stan Bowman did obtain some impactful defensive-minded players who have contributed significantly to the team’s five-game winning streak. Bowman and coach Kris Knoblauch knew the team has plenty of offensive firepower, led by Connor McDavid and Leon ... Read More »

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Canadian Space Agency’s first space to Earth video call with Colonel Jeremy Hansen

By Canadian Press on April 4th, 2026

LONGUEUIL — Canadian Astronaut Jeremy Hansen connected with Earth from deep space today in a historic first for the Canadian Space Agency, as part of a live question-and-answer session during the Artemis II mission. The virtual event featured Hansen speaking live from aboard NASA’s Orion spacecraft, approximately three days into the 10-day lunar flyby mission. ... Read More »

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Ye attempts a comeback with sold-out LA-area concert, support from Lauryn Hill

By Canadian Press on April 4th, 2026

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The artist formerly and possibly again known as Kanye West reveled in support from one of his musical idols, Lauryn Hill, as he staged a sold-out Southern California concert meant to mark a comeback from years of controversy. Eleven months after releasing a song titled “Heil Hitler” and just over two ... Read More »

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Mets slugger Juan Soto leaves game against Giants with right calf tightness; MRI set for Saturday

By Canadian Press on April 4th, 2026

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — New York Mets slugger Juan Soto left Friday night’s game against the San Francisco Giants in the first inning with right calf tightness and is scheduled for an MRI on Saturday. “There’s obviously concern,” manager Carlos Mendoza said after his team’s 10-3 victory. “The calf area could be tricky. We’ve just ... Read More »

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Alvarez hits 2 homers and Mets bust out at the plate to back McLean in 10-3 blowout of Giants

By Canadian Press on April 3rd, 2026

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Francisco Alvarez homered twice and rookie Nolan McLean retired his first 15 batters as the New York Mets snapped a three-game skid Friday night with a 10-3 rout of the San Francisco Giants. Bo Bichette and Marcus Semien each had three of New York’s season-high 15 hits after the Mets totaled ... Read More »

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NHL roundup: Michkov leads Flyers to 4-1 win over Islanders, tightening Metro playoff race

By Canadian Press on April 3rd, 2026

NEW YORK (AP) — Matvei Michkov had a goal and two assists and the Philadelphia Flyers beat the New York Islanders 4-1 on Friday night to move within one point of the Islanders for third place in the Metropolitan Division. Travis Sanheim and Alex Bump had a goal and an assist each and Owen Tippett ... Read More »

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Alvarez hits 2 homers and Mets bust out to back McLean in 10-3 blowout of Giants

By Canadian Press on April 3rd, 2026

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Francisco Alvarez homered twice and rookie Nolan McLean retired his first 15 batters as the New York Mets snapped a three-game skid Friday night with a 10-3 rout of the San Francisco Giants. Bo Bichette and Marcus Semien each had three of New York’s season-high 15 hits after the Mets totaled ... Read More »

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