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Canada won again at the under-18 Ivan Hlinka Memorial hockey tournament, thanks in large part to its special teams. The Canadian squad scored three power-play goals and added another while shorthanded en route to a 7-5 victory over Sweden on Tuesday.

As it tabled its first offer in the latest round of NHL labour talks, the NHL Players' Association presented itself as a partner looking to help fix the league's problems - but not one willing to bear all the burden.

Even though Pete Carroll insists the competition is ongoing, it is clear Matt Flynn is the leading contender to be the Seattle Seahawks' starting quarterback when the season begins.

GAME DAY: CANADA VS. TRINIDAD, 4 P.M. In the unpredictable world of international soccer, Stephen Hart knows it's always good to have a solid backup plan.

Auto Racing HORNET RACE NIGHT Wednesday (At Western Speedway) Fast Time: Tristan Gait 14: 776 C Trophy Dash: Connor McCollom; Colin Sparling; Stephen Crowe; Tanner Jacobs. B Trophy Dash: Marty Anctil; Rocky Sandhu; Taylor Orr; Chris Davis.

The B.C. Major Midget Hockey League - which houses the South Island Royals and North Island Silvertips - will feature a new playoff format this season, moving to an eightteam post-season from the previous six.

The superlatives are once again being heaped upon Rory McIlroy after the Northern Irishman, for the second time in 15 months, blew away the world's best to win his second major crown.

David Cooper drove in the winning run in the 11th inning as the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Chicago White Sox 3-2 on Monday night.

The Montreal Canadiens have locked down winger Max Pacioretty with a six-year contract extension. The 23-year-old led Montreal last season with 65 points in 79 games. The deal is for $27-million.

Coquitlam vs. Victoria,Game 5 7: 45 p.m. at Bear Mountain Arena