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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1616, Samuel de Champlain returns to Quebec. In 1925, Sid Smith, Canadian ice hockey player and coach (died 2004) was born. In 1932, Jean-Guy Talbot, Canadian ice hockey player and coach (died 2024) was born. In 1952, Bill Barber, Canadian ice hockey player and coach was born. In 1962, Gaétan Duchesne, Canadian ice hockey player (died 2007) was born. In 1963, Al MacInnis, Canadian ice hockey player and coach was born. In 1984, Joe Pavelski, American ice hockey player was born. In 1997, Ryan Rolison, American baseball player was born. In 2009, Reg Fleming, Canadian-American ice hockey player (born 1936) passed away. In 2014, Bill McGill, American basketball player (born 1939) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
‘A long journey’: Toronto Marlies, fans celebrate stunning AHL championship win
Toronto Marlies players, staff and fans packed a downtown sports bar Monday to celebrate the team’s Calder Cup championship win after a stunning post-season run.
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Now Magazine
· Jun 22, 2026
Toronto Marlies celebrate Calder Cup championship with fan rally today
What to know Toronto hockey fans finally have a championship to celebrate. Just days after capturing the Calder Cup, the Toronto Marlies are bringing the... The post Toronto Marlies celebrate Calder Cup championship with fan rally today appeared first on NOW Toronto.
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· Jun 30, 2026
On Rejection and Perseverance at the NHL Draft
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Is Canada a hockey nation or a soccer nation?
Hockey has long been Canada’s game, but is the World Cup and The Reds’ historic soccer success changing that? We talk to Canadians ahead of the team’s final group stage match against Switzerland as they attempt to win Group B.
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Ottawa Redblacks sign QB McLeod Bethel-Thompson
The Ottawa Redblacks have officially signed veteran quarterback McLeod Bethel-Thompson. The team made the announcement on Tuesday night. The 37-year-old started eight regular-season games for the Montreal Alouettes in 2025, going 3-5. He completed 63.8 percent of his passes for 1,746 yards, nine touchdowns, and nine interceptions, and rushed 11 times for 62 yards. “We’re []
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Canada's magical World Cup run ends in loss to Morocco
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Related coverage for "‘A long journey’: Toronto Marlies, fans celebrate stunning AHL championship win": Now Magazine — Toronto Marlies celebrate Calder Cup championship with fan rally today. Commercial Observer — On Rejection and Perseverance at the NHL Draft. Associated Press — Is Canada a hockey nation or a soccer nation?. 3DownNation — Ottawa Redblacks sign QB McLeod Bethel-Thompson. The korea Herald News — Canada's magical World Cup run ends in loss to Morocco. Toronto Sun — Why the Hockey Hall of Fame has widened its door this year