Paul Byron scores twice, Canadiens beat Oilers 4-1

Montreal Canadiens goalie Carey Price makes the save on Edmonton Oilers centre Ryan Nugent-Hopkins as defenceman Shea Weber defends during second period NHL hockey action in Edmonton, Alberta, Sunday March 12, 2017. Montreal Canadiens left wing Max Pacioretty and Edmonton Oilers defenseman Adam Larsson battle for the puck during first-period NHL hockey game action in Edmonton, Alberta, Sunday, March 12, 2017.

NHL Capsules

Patrick Kane and Artemi Panarin scored on Chicago’s first two shots, Corey Crawford made 42 saves and the Blackhawks beat Minnesota 4-2 on Sunday to pull within a point of the Central Division-leading Wild. Trevor van Riemsdyk and Marian Hossa also scored for the Blackhawks, who ended a two-game slide and won for the 13th time in their last 16. Kane’s goal was his team-leading 30th and 10th in eight games.

NHL Capsules

Patrick Kane and Artemi Panarin scored on Chicago’s first two shots, Corey Crawford made 42 saves and the Blackhawks beat Minnesota 4-2 on Sunday to pull within a point of the Central Division-leading Wild. Trevor van Riemsdyk and Marian Hossa also scored for the Blackhawks, who ended a two-game slide and won for the 13th time in their last 16. Kane’s goal was his team-leading 30th and 10th in eight games.

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The Yorkton Exhibition Summer Fair had a visit from some agile animals. The Bowmanville Zoo’s Animal Acrobats show brought together baboons, horses, camels, zebras and other animals to demonstrate their abilities and thrill the crowd.

2017 NCAA Basketball Tournament: We Have TV Times

“Ok, listen guys. We don’t play until nearly 10pm local time on Friday. When do you want to schedule a nap?” Thanks to those intrepid folks over at Rush The Court, we have a full listing of TV times for the Thursday and Friday first round games of the NCAA tournament .

Chicago Bears’ Amukamara says just look at the film

Cornerback Prince Amukamara signed a one-year, $7 million, fully guaranteed contract with the Chicago Bears when he didn’t receive the multiyear deal he was expecting in free agency. The former 2011 first-round draft pick has started when healthy for the past five years, and he’s considered a better-than-average cover corner.

Chicago Bears’ Amukamara says just look at the film

Cornerback Prince Amukamara signed a one-year, $7 million, fully guaranteed contract with the Chicago Bears when he didn’t receive the multiyear deal he was expecting in free agency. The former 2011 first-round draft pick has started when healthy for the past five years, and he’s considered a better-than-average cover corner.

USA vs. Canada: Score and Reaction from World Baseball Classic 2017

The United States jumped all over Canada’s pitching early and came away with an 8-0 win Sunday night, securing a spot in the second round of the World Baseball Classic. An earlier loss to the Dominican Republic put the pressure on Team USA in the final game of Pool C. However, the squad responded with its best offensive output of the tournament, earning a big win to move onto the next section of the bracket.

USA vs. Canada: Score and Reaction from World Baseball Classic 2017

The United States jumped all over Canada’s pitching early and came away with an 8-0 win Sunday night, securing a spot in the second round of the World Baseball Classic. An earlier loss to the Dominican Republic put the pressure on Team USA in the final game of Pool C. However, the squad responded with its best offensive output of the tournament, earning a big win to move onto the next section of the bracket.

Free agency just piece of Chicago Bears’ process

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Pace has set the team up well to address needs through the upcoming NFL draft. General manager Ryan Pace is steadfast in his belief that successful football teams are built through the draft, so the Chicago Bears weren’t expected to make a huge splash in this year’s free-agency pool.

Free agency just piece of Chicago Bears’ process

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Pace has set the team up well to address needs through the upcoming NFL draft. General manager Ryan Pace is steadfast in his belief that successful football teams are built through the draft, so the Chicago Bears weren’t expected to make a huge splash in this year’s free-agency pool.

Frustration grows after Chicago Bulls’ poor performance in Boston

Chicago Bulls forward Jimmy Butler passes while under pressure from Boston Celtics forward Jae Crowder and forward Amir Johnson in the first quarter of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Boston. The Chicago Bulls realize the predicament they’re in, but results like what happened Sunday in Boston make it painfully obvious.

Frustration grows after Chicago Bulls’ poor performance in Boston

Chicago Bulls forward Jimmy Butler passes while under pressure from Boston Celtics forward Jae Crowder and forward Amir Johnson in the first quarter of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, March 12, 2017, in Boston. The Chicago Bulls realize the predicament they’re in, but results like what happened Sunday in Boston make it painfully obvious.

Hansen: During Madness, PJC, Arizona Wildcats make us all feel like kids

Two ESPN cameramen and a couple of gaffers – that’s TV lingo for a guy who shines a light in your face – staked out T-Mobile Arena early Saturday evening, waiting for the bus carrying Arizona’s basketball team. As the bus arrived for the Oregon-Arizona championship game, ESPN’s crew backpedaled, shining a light on Sean Miller and then Allonzo Trier and finally Lauri Markkanen.

Aaron Ramsey: Reaching Wembley is – big boost’ after forgettable week for Arsenal

Aaron Ramsey knows reaching Wembley is a big boost for Arsenal as their FA Cup quarter-final victory over Lincoln ended a forgettable week in the club’s season. The Gunners eased to a 5-0 win against the non-league outfit after losing to both Liverpool and Bayern Munich in the preceding week, leading to their elimination from the Champions League and dropping severely off the pace in the Premier League title race.

Opposing Teammates

Butera told Jesse Sanchez of MLB.com: “I feel really bad. But I thought the ball was going to be in the gap and I was just trying to score.

Pledge Drive Update

The 2017 Baseball Musings pledge drive continues with nine people combining to donate $155. Won’t you join them and help keep the Day by Day Database up and running? It’s the site that replicates the old USA Today Sports Weekly stats for your fantasy team.

Cinderella in the Making

Israel took advantage of timely hits and solid pitching on Sunday to beat Cuba 4-1 and improve to 4-0 in the World Baseball Classic. Alfredo Despaigne put Cuba up 1-0 with a solo home run in the second inning at Tokyo Dome but Israel tied the game in the fourth on a double by Ryan Lavarnway that scored Ike Davis from first.

Picture gallery: Kodjia at the double

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A Hockey City: Getting Serious

The Habs are desperate to bank every point on the line from here on in. It doesn’t help to have important guys out of the lineup, though I’m sure they’re doing everything they can to get back in as quickly as possible… Word from the NHL is that they still see no reason to allow their players to participate in the 2018 Winter Olympics.