Bruce Penton

Millions love watching soccer, but not everyone Members Public

There are hundreds of millions of rabid soccer fans in the world -- as evidenced by the nearly non-stop television coverage of the FIFA World Cup centred in Canada, the U.S. and Mexico -- but I'm not one of them.

Bruce Penton
Sports

Canadian NHL teams face major hurdles Members Public

Canadian hockey fans don't have to be reminded that it has been 33 years since a team from one of our provinces has claimed the Stanley Cup, but the way things are going, it could be another 33 -- or more -- before the cup returns north of the 49th parallel.

Bruce Penton
Sports

Messi the star of stars in soccer Members Public

For more than 20 years, Messi has starred on the world stage, playing in a record six FIFA World Cups and leading Argentina's national team. In Argentina's first World Cup game, he scored all three goals in a 3-0 victory, bringing his World Cup career goal total to 16.

Bruce Penton
Sports

No guarantee, but McKenna likely No. 1 Members Public

Will there be a surprise when National Hockey League general managers and head scouts get together this week in Buffalo for the annual draft of 18-year-old players? The consensus No. 1 pick is Gavin McKenna, but recent analyses suggest there might be uncertainty in his selection.

Bruce Penton
Sports

Jays struggling during 50th anniversary Members Public

Whether the Toronto Blue Jays win the World Series or miss the playoffs altogether, the 2026 season will be remembered for the significance of the team celebrating its 50th anniversary.

Bruce Penton
Sports

Canada welcomes the World Cup hoopla Members Public

Canadian sports fans will have a tough time avoiding news about the World Cup, which kicks off June 12 in Toronto. Just don't call it soccer -- it's 'football' everywhere in the world.

Bruce Penton
Sports

Not everyone loves CFL's new look Members Public

The Canadian Football League's new season starts this week with significant rule changes aimed at speeding up play, but not all fans are pleased with the alterations, including the elimination of the one-point rouge.

Bruce Penton
Sports

Leafs' signings not universally popular Members Public

It was not a great start for the new management regime for the Toronto Maple Leafs, with a disappointing announcement featuring John Chayka as GM and Mats Sundin as senior advisor.

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religious

End of the road for LIV golf? Members Public

The four-year effort to create a rival golf league to the PGA Tour appears to be on its deathbed. The Saudi Arabia-based LIV golf league will be kept alive until the end of the 2026 season and after that, all bets are off.

Bruce Penton
Sports

Nhl draft often a crapshoot Members Public

The NHL draft of 18-year-old players is an inexact science. GMs and scouts can only hope to choose future stars while their jobs may rely on these decisions.

Bruce Penton
Sports

McDavid. The best - and most valuable Members Public

The debate rages on among hockey fans about the merits of the Hart Trophy winner as the National Hockey League's most valuable player.

Bruce Penton
Sports

Fresh looks for top curling rinks Members Public

Curling's game of musical chairs has begun.

Bruce Penton
Sports

Ball or strike? Let the 'robot ump' decide Members Public

Major League Baseball adopts Automated Ball-Strike system for enhanced accuracy.

Bruce Penton
Sports

It's officially spring Members Public

Masters Week raises intriguing questions for golf fans.

Bruce Penton
Sports

Jays' goal in '26: Just one more step Members Public

Toronto Blue Jays aim to improve on last season's performance with key roster additions and hope to return to the World Series.

Bruce Penton
Sports

Sports mascots big business Members Public

Mascots entertain fans and create serious business opportunities

Bruce Penton
Sports