Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1755, Edward Braddock, Scottish general (born 1695) passed away. In 1922, Ken Mosdell, Canadian ice hockey player (died 2006) was born. In 1934, Peter Gzowski, Canadian journalist and academic (died 2002) was born. In 1961, Tim Watson, Australian footballer, coach, and journalist was born. In 1969, Brad Godden, Australian rugby league player was born. In 1970, Andrei Tivontchik, German pole vaulter and trainer was born. In 1979, Daniel Díaz, Argentinian footballer was born. In 1990, Kieran Foran, New Zealand rugby league player was born. In 2003, Mason Teague, Australian rugby league player was born. In 2024, Chino Trinidad, Filipino sports journalist and executive (born 1967) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Hamilton Tiger-Cats make Kiondre Smith franchise’s highest-paid Canadian in CFL salary cap era

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July 7, 2026

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Hamilton Tiger-Cats make Kiondre Smith franchise’s highest-paid Canadian in CFL salary cap era

The Hamilton Tiger-Cats have made receiver Kiondre Smith the franchise’s highest-paid Canadian in the CFL’s salary cap era, per sources. The 26-year-old has signed a one-year contract extension with the team worth 272,500 in hard money for the 2027 season. There’s an additional 5,500 available in all-star and award bonuses, boosting the maximum value to []

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· Jul 13, 2026

Saskatchewan Roughriders cook Jake Dolegala, eat Tiger-Cats for dinner (& other thoughts)

The Saskatchewan Roughriders wore down the Hamilton Tiger-Cats — without Bo Levi Mitchell — in the heat at Mosaic Stadium to record a 38-7 win on Sunday night. Corey Mace improved to 5-0 against the Ticats in his CFL head coaching career, as his team moved to 4-1 in 2026, tied with the Edmonton Elks []

Canadian Sport Scene

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· Jun 22, 2026

Three Canadians record touchdowns for winning teams in Week 3 of 2026 CFL season

Week three is now complete for the 2026 Canadian Football League regular season and three Canadians recorded a touchdown for a winning team. They were Hamilton Tiger-Cats wide receiver Kiondre Smith of Scarborough, Ontario, Tiger-Cats wide receiver Kurleigh Gittens Jr. of Ottawa, Ontario, and Saskatchewan Roughriders wide receiver Kian Schaffer-Baker of Mississauga, Ontario. Smith had [] The post Three Canadians record touchdowns for winning teams in Week 3 of 2026 CFL season appeared first on Canadian Sport Scene.

RealGM Basketball Wiretap

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· Jun 21, 2026

RJ Barrett Drawing Trade Interest

Toronto Raptors wing RJ Barrett has drawn interest from rival teams in trade talks. Toronto has been mentioned as being a part of potential multi-team trades this offseason. Barrett averaged 19.3 points, 5.3 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game last season. The seven-year veteran also shot 49.1 from the field. Barrett is entering the final season of his contract and is owed 29.6 million for the upcoming season. The 26-year-old wing would have interest to teams as a productive starter on a large expiring deal.

CityNews Montreal

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· Jun 26, 2026

Canadiens acquire Brett Berard from Rangers for William Trudeau

The Montreal Canadiens are adding forward depth. Montreal acquired winger Brett Berard from the New York Rangers in exchange for defenceman William Trudeau, the teams announced on Friday. Berard, 23, was a fifth-round pick of the Rangers in the 2020 NHL draft. He spent most of last season split between New York and AHL Hartford, [] The post Canadiens acquire Brett Berard from Rangers for William Trudeau appeared first on CityNews Montreal.

CFL.ca

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· Jul 7, 2026

Ticats extend receiver Kiondré Smith through 2027

The Hamilton Tiger-Cats announced on Tuesday the team has signed Canadian wide receiver Kiondré Smith to a contract extension through the 2027 season.

Yardbarker

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· Jun 26, 2026

Maple Leafs made the right choice by taking Gavin McKenna No. 1 overall in NHL Draft

After winning the 2026 NHL Draft lottery and getting the No. 1 overall pick, the Toronto Maple Leafs were faced with a big decision. Do they do the expected thing and take Penn State's Gavin McKenna with the top pick?

CBS Sports

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· Jul 1, 2026

NBA free agency winners and losers: Raptors suddenly leap into title contention, Heat lacking urgency

The price was steep, but Toronto has a genuine chance to compete for a championship after trading for Kawhi Leonard

Her Football Hub

· Jun 27, 2026

Sabrina D’Angelo returns home with AFC Toronto transfer following WSL chapter

AFC Toronto has added one of Canada’s most decorated goalkeepers to their roster, signing Canadian international Sabrina D’Angelo for the remainder of the 2026 Northern Super League season.The 33-...

Vanguard News

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· Jun 29, 2026

Drake wins N1.3b bet after Canada knocked out South Africa

Canadian rapper Drake pocketed more than 1 million (N1.3b) after successfully backing Canada to defeat South Africa in their FIFA World Cup clash. The post Drake wins N1.3b bet after Canada knocked out South Africa appeared first on Vanguard News.

Seeking Alpha

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· Jul 10, 2026

Canadian Earnings Outlook: Potential Strength Despite Economic Weakness

Canadian Earnings Outlook: Potential Strength Despite Economic Weakness

Toronto Sun

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· Jul 3, 2026

Maple Leafs sign Gavin McKenna to three-year, entry-level contract

The per-season cap hit on the salary is 1.075 million US, per puckpedia.com

Canada Sports Betting

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· Jun 30, 2026

Reported Kawhi Leonard Trade Boosts Raptors’ NBA Title Odds From 100-1 to 25-1

The reported Kawhi Leonard Raptors trade odds have shifted dramatically after news broke that Toronto is set to reunite with the franchise legend in a blockbuster deal with the Los Angeles Clippers. According to Shams Charania, the Raptors will acquire Leonard in exchange for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, multiple draft picks, and additional assets, a [...] Read More... The post Reported Kawhi Leonard Trade Boosts Raptors’ NBA Title Odds From 100-1 to 25-1 appeared first on canadasportsbetting.ca.

KMJNow – Fresno

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· Jul 9, 2026

NBA nixes Kawhi Leonard trade to Raptors pending investigation in Clippers

An eventual Toronto homecoming might happen for Kawhi Leonard this summer, but a trade from the Los Angeles Clippers back to the Raptors is on hold wh...

SB Nation

· Jun 30, 2026

Kawhi Leonard trade grades for Raptors, Clippers blockbuster that returns legend to Toronto

Let’s grade the Kawhi Leonard trade for the Raptors and Clippers.

Global News

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· Jun 28, 2026

Stampeders spoil Lions’ party with 41-33 win

There wasn't a shortage of touchdowns — nine in total — but when the dust settled, Vernon Adams Jr. and the Calgary Stampeders played spoiler by prevailing 41-33 over the B.C. Lions on Saturday evening for their first win of the young CFL season.

NDTV

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· Jun 22, 2026

Senators, Panthers Explore More Moves

The Ottawa Senators and Florida Panthers remain active in NHL trade rumors, with Mason McTavish, Jason Robertson, Sergei Bobrovsky and Connor Hellebuyck among the names linked to offseason...

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Related coverage for "Hamilton Tiger-Cats make Kiondre Smith franchise’s highest-paid Canadian in CFL salary cap era": 3DownNation — Saskatchewan Roughriders cook Jake Dolegala, eat Tiger-Cats for dinner (& other thoughts). Canadian Sport Scene — Three Canadians record touchdowns for winning teams in Week 3 of 2026 CFL season. RealGM Basketball Wiretap — RJ Barrett Drawing Trade Interest. CityNews Montreal — Canadiens acquire Brett Berard from Rangers for William Trudeau. CFL.ca — Ticats extend receiver Kiondré Smith through 2027. Yardbarker — Maple Leafs made the right choice by taking Gavin McKenna No. 1 overall in NHL Draft. CBS Sports — NBA free agency winners and losers: Raptors suddenly leap into title contention, Heat lacking urgency . Her Football Hub — Sabrina D’Angelo returns home with AFC Toronto transfer following WSL chapter. Vanguard News — Drake wins N1.3b bet after Canada knocked out South Africa. Seeking Alpha — Canadian Earnings Outlook: Potential Strength Despite Economic Weakness. Toronto Sun — Maple Leafs sign Gavin McKenna to three-year, entry-level contract. Canada Sports Betting — Reported Kawhi Leonard Trade Boosts Raptors’ NBA Title Odds From 100-1 to 25-1. KMJNow – Fresno — NBA nixes Kawhi Leonard trade to Raptors pending investigation in Clippers. SB Nation — Kawhi Leonard trade grades for Raptors, Clippers blockbuster that returns legend to Toronto. Global News — Stampeders spoil Lions’ party with 41-33 win. NDTV — Senators, Panthers Explore More Moves