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Tewksbury to lead Canada's team for 2012 Games

Tewksbury to lead Canada's team for 2012 Games
: Former Olympic champion swimmer Mark Tewksbury has been named Canada's chef de mission for the 2012 Olympic Games in London, meaning he is the official representative and spokesperson for the Canadian team. more »

Ailing Powell pulls out of sprint showdown: Asafa Powell has withdrawn from Friday's race against Usain Bolt and Tyson Gay at the Diamond League meet in Stockholm due to injuries. more »
Real Madrid's Kaka out 3-4 months after surgery: Real Madrid playmaker Kaka has undergone successful knee surgery and will miss three to four months. more »
Rice leads Commonwealth badminton team: Anna Rice, the country's top-ranked women's singles badminton player and No. 29 competitor in the world, tops a dozen athletes named Thursday to the Canadian squad for the Oct. 3-14 Commonwealth Games in India. more »
Ex-CFL QB Ledbetter surrenders to police: Former CFL quarterback Cody Ledbetter, who is wanted in the United States for breaking probation on sex-related crimes, has turned himself in to Ottawa police. more »
Goodell vague on reducing Roethlisberger suspension: NFL commissioner Roger Goodell talked briefly to Ben Roethlisberger during a visit to the Steelers' training camp, but has not yet decided whether the quarterback's suspension for bad behaviour will be reduced. more »
Rangers closer to exiting bankruptcy: The Texas Rangers are stepping closer to getting out of federal bankruptcy protection just hours after a marathon auction of the team. more »
Flames don retro jerseys for Heritage Classic: The Calgary Flames will sport retro jerseys for February's Heritage Classic against the Montreal Canadiens as the NHL rekindles its special outdoor matchup. more »
Anelka still upset over coach's World Cup call: Chelsea striker Nicolas Anelka said former France coach Raymond Domenech made him feel disgusted with soccer by forcing him to play out of position during the World Cup. more »
Tylers reunited at world junior camp: Tyler Toffoli had a familiar linemate when Canada's top junior players took to the ice for their first practice at their summer camp on Wednesday night — Boston Bruins star draft pick Tyler Seguin. more »

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Sharks sign gritty Jamal Mayers: Free-agent tough guy Jamal Mayers has signed a one-year contract with the San Jose Sharks.
Tylers reunited at world junior camp: Tyler Toffoli had a familiar linemate when Canada's top junior players took to the ice for their first practice at their summer camp on Wednesday night — Boston Bruins star draft pick Tyler Seguin.
Flames don retro jerseys for Heritage Classic: The Calgary Flames will sport retro jerseys for February's Heritage Classic against the Montreal Canadiens as the NHL rekindles its special outdoor matchup.
Red wings re-sign Helm: The Detroit Red Wings have re-signed forward Darren Helm to a two-year contract.
Kovalchuk arbitration starts Wednesday: An arbitrator is expected to rule this week whether the 17-year, $102-million US contract that unrestricted free-agent forward Ilya Kovalchuk signed with the New Jersey Devils last month circumvents the NHL's collective bargaining agreement.

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Ex-CFL QB Ledbetter surrenders to police: Former CFL quarterback Cody Ledbetter, who is wanted in the United States for breaking probation on sex-related crimes, has turned himself in to Ottawa police.
Goodell vague on reducing Roethlisberger suspension: NFL commissioner Roger Goodell talked briefly to Ben Roethlisberger during a visit to the Steelers' training camp, but has not yet decided whether the quarterback's suspension for bad behaviour will be reduced.
Calvillo named CFL offensive player of the month: Montreal Alouettes quarterback Anthony Calvillo was unanimously chosen as the CFL's offensive player of the month.
Banks calls Stamps receiver an 'idiot' for Twitter posts: Sharp-tongued B.C. Lions defensive back Korey Banks didn't hesitate to give his opinion of Nik Lewis and some of the messages the Calgary Stampeders receiver recently sent on his Twitter account.
Favre will play if healthy: Minnesota Vikings offensive co-ordinator Darrell Bevell says Brett Favre will play this season if his ankle allows it.

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Rangers closer to exiting bankruptcy: The Texas Rangers are stepping closer to getting out of federal bankruptcy protection just hours after a marathon auction of the team.
Rodriguez hits 600th homer off Jays' Marcum: Alex Rodriguez hit the 600th home run of his career Wednesday, drilling a pitch from Toronto's Shaun Marcum over the centre-field fence at Yankee Stadium.
Jays fall to A-Rod, Yankees: Alex Rodriguez's 600th career home run helped the New York Yankees defeat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-1 Wednesday.
Mark Cuban, Nolan Ryan in bidding war for Rangers: Billionaire Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban is upping his bid for the Texas Rangers at an unusual and contentious auction.
Red Sox activate Ellsbury after long DL stint: The Boston Red Sox have activated outfielder Jacoby Ellsbury from the 15-day disabled list.

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Shaq signs with Celtics: The Boston Celtics announced Wednesday they have signed 15-time NBA all-star Shaquille O'Neal, who had been a free agent after spending last season with the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Hundreds remember ex-NBA player Wright: The procession moved slowly and solemnly Wednesday in Memphis, Tenn., a long line of mourners dressed in black and white, pausing in front of the silver casket of their slain native son Lorenzen Wright.
Pistons' Wallace signs on for 2 seasons: The Detroit Pistons have re-signed centre Ben Wallace to a two-year contract worth $1.9 million US per season. He averaged 5.5 points, a team-high 8.7 rebounds and team-best 1.2 blocks last season
Raptors' Triano to assist Team USA at worlds: Toronto Raptors coach Jay Triano will be on the bench with the U.S. men's team at the world basketball championships.
Shaq and Celtics close to deal: report: A person with knowledge of the negotiations says the Celtics are making progress on a deal that would bring Shaquille O'Neal to Boston.

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Canadian-based Syrian businessman looks to buy Liverpool: A Canadian-based consortium led by a Syrian businessman said Wednesday that it is close to buying Liverpool from the club's American owners.
Real Madrid's Kaka out 3-4 months after surgery: Real Madrid playmaker Kaka has undergone successful knee surgery and will miss three to four months.
Anelka still upset over coach's World Cup call: Chelsea striker Nicolas Anelka said former France coach Raymond Domenech made him feel disgusted with soccer by forcing him to play out of position during the World Cup.
Ajax advances to Champions League playoffs: Four-time European champion Ajax reached the Champions League playoff round on away goals after being held 3-3 at PAOK Thessaloniki on Wednesday, while Celtic was eliminated by FC Braga despite winning its second leg.
Uruguay defender Godin joins Atletico Madrid: Atletico Madrid signed Uruguay defender Diego Godin from Villarreal on Wednesday.

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Tewksbury to lead Canada's team for 2012 Games: Former Olympic champion swimmer Mark Tewksbury has been named Canada's chef de mission for the 2012 Olympic Games in London, meaning he is the official representative and spokesperson for the Canadian team.
Ailing Powell pulls out of sprint showdown: Asafa Powell has withdrawn from Friday's race against Usain Bolt and Tyson Gay at the Diamond League meet in Stockholm due to injuries.
Bolt, Gay set for Stockholm race: Is the world record in the men's 100 metres set to fall once again? It's possible when two of the three fastest men on the planet — Usain Bolt and Tyson Gay — compete at the Stockholm Diamond League meet on Friday (CBCSports.ca, 2 p.m. ET).
Rice leads Commonwealth badminton team: Anna Rice, the country's top-ranked women's singles badminton player and No. 29 competitor in the world, tops a dozen athletes named Thursday to the Canadian squad for the Oct. 3-14 Commonwealth Games in India.
Phelps wins 200 free, fly at U.S. nationals: Michael Phelps won the 200-metre freestyle at the U.S. national championships in Irvine, Calif., then came back less than an hour later to win the 200 butterfly on Wednesday night.

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