CFL Financial Request
The Canadian Football League has requested $ 30 million in financial aid from the Federal Government to sustain operations over the coming months.
The CFL is also seeking $20-to-$70 million in a scenario where it plays a shortened season this year which climaxes with a Grey Cup Game.
And should the CFL season be cancelled altogether, the request from the CFL is up to $150 million to get the league to the start of next season
Winston Signs
The New Orleans Saints have agreed to terms on a one-year contract with unrestricted free agent quarterback Jameis Winston.
Winston, the first overall pick in the 2015 draft, will likely serve as the backup to Drew Brees
Last season season with Tampa Bay, Winston became the first Quarterback in NFL history to have at least 30 TDs and 30 interceptions.
In 2015, Winston was the top pick in the NFL Draft
MLB Options
Major League Baseball is exploring various options that could allow the season to start if the medical situation allows, including a plan in which the 30 teams might be split into 3 regional divisions.
Among the formats under consideration is one in which teams could be restricted to playing within their region which would alter the traditional American and National Leagues.
It also would cut travel during the coronavirus pandemic.
MLB also has looked at configurations for an all-Arizona format, an Arizona-and-Florida scenario plus a concept which would have games divided between Arizona, Texas & Florida
Mancini Undergoes Chemotherapy
Baltimore Orioles outfielder Trey Mancini has been diagnosed for Stage 3 colon cancer.
Mancini says he will be undergoing chemotherapy treatments for the next 6 months and is unlikely to play in 2020.
In March, Mancini underwent a procedure to remove a malignant tumour on his colon.
Last year, Mancini appeared in 154 games last season, batting .291 with 35 home runs,
Quest for Gold Nominees
A dozen provincial ball players have been nominated for Ontario cards in the Quest for Gold- Ontario Athlete Assistance Program
There's a number of players nominated for consideration from our region including; Jackson Pegelo of Cargill, Durham's Owen Rahn & Matthew Weiler of Hepworth.
Those 3 players recently represented Canada at the World Under 18 Championships in New Zealand.
Also, Owen Torrie from Williamsford and Mac Mulvey who pitches for the Belmore Sting were also nominated for the athletes financial aid program.
2019-2020 Quest for Gold – Ontario Athlete Assistance Program
Final List of Ontario Card Nominations Announced
The Ontario Amateur Softball Association (OASA) is pleased to announce a final list of athletes who have been nominated for Ontario Cards under the 2019-2020 Quest for Gold – Ontario Athlete Assistance Program (OAAP).
The athletes nominated were selected using the sport specific selection criteria developed by the OASA and applied by the Selection Committee.
Thomas Baker
Tye Boyd
Derek Erb
Brendan Hagerman
Mac Mulvey
Jackson Pegelo
Owen Rahn
Connor Sloan
Owen Torrie
Andrew VanBoekel
Matthew Weiler
Reese Yantzi
The Ontario Amateur Softball Association on behalf of the athletes listed above thanks the Ministry of Heritage, Sport, Tourism and Culture Industries for their continued funding support provided under the Quest for Gold program to provide assistance in their pursuit of excellence
Middleton Joins Colts
Saugeen Shores Minor Baseball graduate Jack Middleton has signed for his third year of college baseball with Centennial College of the OCAA.
Middleton pitched for George Brown College the past two seasons while taking his 2 year general business program.
LOCAL BASEBALL PITCHER SIGNS WITH CENTENNIAL COLLEGE
Saugeen Shores Minor Baseball graduate Jack Middleton has signed for his third year of college baseball with Centennial College of the OCAA.
Middleton pitched for George Brown College the past two seasons while taking his 2 year general business program. One of his coaches during the first season was Ben Anderson, now the head coach of Centennial.
Coach Anderson said he is excited about the Colts first year in the league. “We have been able to attract a lot of top-level talent for our debut season which hopefully will put us into the running for a playoff spot right away. Adding an experienced pitcher and leader like Jack Middleton to the roster can only help us get there faster.”
Jack Middleton says that Coach Anderson was one of the reasons for the move. “Ben was an assistant coach in my freshman year at George Brown. I was impressed with his professionalism both on and off the field, as well as with his desire to win. Plus being a part of the inaugural season of their baseball program is an opportunity to build a foundation for a successful program for many years to come.”
Hlinka-Gretzky Cup Cancelled
A significant hockey tournament for both players and NHL teams; the Hlinka-Gretzky Cup, has been cancelled.
The 2020 event was to be conducted in early August in Alberta at both Edmonton & Red Deer.
Many Junior players don't participate in the International Ice Hockey Federation's World under-18 championship in April because it conflicts with playoffs in their respective leagues, so the Hlinka Gretzky Cup is an important tournament for NHL scouts.