National Sports

SASKATOON — The Saskatchewan Rush are one win away from winning their second National Lacrosse League championship in the last three years.

OAKLAND, Calif. — An awful start followed by three quarters of utter dominance, spot-on shot-making and beautiful defence — even against one of the game's greatest and hardest to stop in James Harden.

OAKLAND, Calif. — Golden State's quest for a repeat championship remains intact.

SASKATOON — The Saskatchewan Rush are one win away from winning their second National Lacrosse League championship in the last three years.

MINNEAPOLIS — Montreal Impact head coach Remi Garde offered a blunt assessment of his team's play after their 2-0 loss to Minnesota United on Saturday. "We had opportunities, but there was a lack of skill, talent and willpower tonight," he said.

VANCOUVER — He had the game ball tucked under his arm, but instead of a smile there was a look of concern on Cristian Techera's face.

KIEV, Ukraine — With his back to goal but eyes on the incoming cross, Gareth Bale connected with the ball while leaping in the air and sent a scissor-kick arcing into the top of the net.

BLACKPOOL, United Kingdom — Cory Paterson scored with four minutes remaining and Ryan Brierley converted as the Toronto Wolfpack scored three unanswered tries to complete the comeback in a 28-26 victory over the Leigh Centurions at Bloomfield Road on

PHILADELPHIA — Another stellar performance from their ace and a big homer from their best pinch-hitter have lifted the Philadelphia Phillies to heights they haven't reached in seven years.

ARLINGTON, Va. — Raw emotion came from Alex Ovechkin as he wore an "Eastern Conference champions" hat for the first time. "Oh my God," he said. "It's unbelievable. I can't explain my emotions. I'm just happy for my boys, for organizations, for fans.