Matthew Scianitti
@TSNScianitti
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@SportsCentre • @tsnsoccer ⚽️• @cflontsn 🏈• @YorkUniversity grad • Masters of Journo @TorontoMet • @ReviewofJourn Alum • IG TSN_Scianitti
Joined November 2010
Inside Lakers practice facility, Kobe Bryant's 8 & 24 numbers are lit by a soft spotlight #KobeRIP #BellLetsTalk
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There's an entire generation of Canadian girls who will look at Bianca Andreescu's joy, poise, strength, confidence, personality, swagger, power, badass-ness and think: "That's who I want to be." . And we should all be really f***ing stoked about that.
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Sources tell @TSN_Sports early during Canada's Copa América group stage, Jesse Marsch was approached with the idea of using drone footage. I've been told Marsch was "dismissive" and said spying on opponents "wasn't part of his coaching philosophy." @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer.
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Canada will play Argentina in the Copa América semi-final. And that is once-in-a-lifetime stuff @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer
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Sources tell @TSN_Sports, moves for #CanMNT defenders Moïse Bombito and Derek Cornelius are gaining momentum. French giants Lyon are ready to offer Colorado around $5 million for Bombito. First it was Copenhagen for Cornelius, now French teams are interested, too @TSN_Sports.
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Imagine being 19 from Mississauga, Ontario. One year ago, you're travelling far from home building your career. So few know who you are. Imagine. And now, you stand in front of 20K+, millions more around the world. All eyes on you. Imagine what that takes. imagine #SheTheNorth.
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Copa América is over, but covering #CanMNT many stories continues to be one of the great pleasures of my career. Thank you for inviting me in over 44 days, 8 cities, and 6 unforgettable matches. The road to 2026 continues @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer For now, see you soon @CFLonTSN 🏈
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Tessa Virtue: How are you guys?.Me: You mean us?.Virtue: Yeah.Me: Dude, you just skated in front of the world and won a gold medal. Doesn’t matter how we are.Virtue: Yes it does. The #Olympics are tough on everybody.Me: I don’t think so 🤣🤣🤣 #PyeongChang2018 #Teamcanada.
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This is history. Canada advances to the knockout round in its first appearance in Copa América. In the history of #CanMNT this ranks alongside qualifying for the '86 and '22 World Cups and winning the 2000 Gold Cup. It wasn't pretty, but it matters on the road to 2026 @TSN_Sports
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Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou, born in Montreal, walked into Canada’s huddle and interacted with nearly every Canadian player @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer.
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Outside Belgium’s dressing room, Belgian players keep walking up to Atiba Hutchinson. “Well done, captain” Amadou Onana says to Atiba Hutchinson @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer.
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Since I met @TSNJFranklin in 2013, I've known his dream was to host @SportsCentre. And it happened! To see a pro finally stand in the place he belongs, to see him nail his first highlight pack, to know Canadians are going to learn how truly awesome our dude is, is incredible 🙏
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English sources tell @TSN_Sports, if Lille look to sell Canadian striker Jonathan David to raise funds because of the club’s financial challenges, Liverpool has David very high on the team’s list of potential strikers. Liverpool has long kept tabs on the Canadian’s development.
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Jesse Marsch not leaning into the history and significance of Tuesday's semi-final. He insists this is another game in the team's process. But Marsch says coaching #CanMNT: "Feels like home. I'm at the point in my life where I don't want to deal with bullshit" @TSN_Sports
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The job is to be fair. There's no cheering in the pressbox. I've covered this team for four years. I've been with them all ovet the world. It's hard not to feel good for them tonight. And it's hard not to feel -- like #CanWNT winning gold -- so much pride. @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer.
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Before #CanMNT team bus left, Jesse Marsch jumped off to greet some Canadians. Three points goes a long way to winning more hearts and minds. 🇨🇦@TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer
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Jon Gott-a-beer, Stone Cold Jon Gott has a message for #CFL: This is how they have fun in Ottawa. #RedBlacks @CFLonTSN @REDBLACKS @TSN_Sports
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After Alistair Johnston had the game of his club career, in the gutsiest European performance Celtic have had in a generation, they get knocked out of the CL in the final minutes. by a goal from Alphonso Davies. Man, what a time for Canadian soccer @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer.
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Today there will be many parts of the world watching #CanMNT for the 1st time. In a little over 8 hour more in Canada will realize, #CanMNT has a chance. But whatever happens, this -- Canada 🇨🇦 vs Argentina 🇦🇷 in the Copa América semifinal -- is history @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer
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Hearing from Canada Soccer Comms initial scans on Alphonso Davies were "all good."@TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer.
Hearing Alphonso Davies has gone for x-rays after the game @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer.
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Tajon Buchanan taken away in an ambulance after a significant lower leg injury in #CanMNT practice. Injury occured during a drill. Players came together. Ambulance arrived after 10am CT. Practice cancelled. Alistair Johnston described mood as "somber." @TSN_Sports.
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Canadian and Club Brugge midfielder Tajon Buchanan is garnering interest from Europe’s Top 5 leagues, sources tell @TSN_Sports Buchanan is valued north of $20 million, and meetings are scheduled during the World Cup to discuss his future @TSNSoccer .
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One more day. 🇨🇦🇦🇷.(If Canadians are looking for any edge, Argentina is using the New York Jets lockerroom #iykyk) @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer
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Fourth place in Copa América is a huge accomplishment for #CanMNT But, to be that close to a medal and not win it, is a disappointment @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer.
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Moïse Bombito spoke about #CanMNT support after he faced racist social media attacks (Marsch also spoke of abuse CDNs faced in games).Bombito said white players can't understand treatment minorities face, but his team's support turned his CanMNT pride into a fire @TSN_Sports
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Richie Laryea will sign 3.5 year deal with Nottingham Forrest after Thursday medical, sources tell @TSN_Sports Laryea had European dream, but TFC wanted to keep him. Laryea leaves TFC’s 4-year offer on the table that would’ve made him highest paid MLS fullback (925K+) @TSNSoccer.
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The one missing piece from #CanMNT history-making moment last night: Junior Hoilett. He was named to the squad before Copa América, but suffered a hamstring injury prior to Canada's opening game. Before he left the team, Hoilett gave an emotional speech @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer
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I can’t guarantee you many things. but I can guarantee a Grey Cup would never be 3-3 after 3 quarters 🤷♂️.
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Jesse Marsch wants #CanMNT to be "the people's team" and intends on using windows to bring #CanMNT to cities beyond MTL, VAN, and TO. Asked him about Regina and WPG and Marsch added HFX and EDM to that list. Securing opponents and putting grass on turf is a challenge @TSN_Sports.
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Multiple sources tell @TSN_Sports Jesse Marsch will be named next head coach of #CanMNT. Marsch is expected to lead Canada for its June pre-Copa América games in the Netherlands and France. Marsch's CV includes Leeds United, RB Leipzig, Salzburg, and NY and MTL Impact @TSNSoccer.
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It’s my privilege to tell Canada’s stories on the biggest stage in men’s sports. The last 18 months have been hard work and humbling. This past week has been the great honour of my professional career. Thank you, Canada 🇨🇦 @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer @TSN_PR
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Croatian media attended Canada’s Thursday training and asked Herdman if he said he was going to “eff Croatia” and if that was an “underestimating statement” about the 2018 World Cup runners-up. Here is John Herdman’s full response @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer ….
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Day 1 of #Ticats practice in the snow at Tim Hortons Field. In true Coach O fashion, Orlando Steinauer is shovelling the lines for his players. @CFL @CFLonTSN @TSN_Sports
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Two years ago in HAL, @CFLonTSN crew was having a drink at The Lower Deck. We heard Dutch might join. My back was to the door,but you felt it when Dutch entered a room. The voice.The smile.The Conquering King had retuned to his friends.I jumped and gave my friend the biggest hug.
TSN is mourning the loss of our friend and beloved SportsCentre host Darren Dutchyshen.
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Today, at the Concacaf Nations League Finals media day, #CanMNT @jessemarsch was asked how he and the men's team are navigating the political tensions between the United States and Canada. Here's his full response. @TSNSoccer @TSN_Sports
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Can confirm @AdamLeventhal early report, #CanMNT midfielder Ismaël Koné is finalizing a move from Watford to Marseille. Medical to be completed after Copa América. Deal would be a five-year contract @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer.
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Dawn Staley, always calm and honest about her feelings: “Our team aren’t street fighters or monkeys…. This team exemplifies how you need to approach basketball on court and off the court. Some in the media… what you write comes back to me…Watch what you say about my team.”.
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Richie Laryea posts on his Instagram story that Tajon Buchanan is out of his walking boot. Buchanan has been seeing family and friends in Brampton, Ont the last few weeks #CanMNT @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer
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Belgium goalkeeper Thibault Courtois went up to Canadian defender Steven Vitoria, too and offered his honest assessment of Wednesday’s game. “Canada deserved more,” Courtois said. @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer.
Outside Belgium’s dressing room, Belgian players keep walking up to Atiba Hutchinson. “Well done, captain” Amadou Onana says to Atiba Hutchinson @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer.
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Happy Canada Day 🇨🇦.This is @_a_johnston's message to the country as @CANMNT_Official prepares for its Copa América quarterfinal against Venezuela #CanMNT @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer
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Made a friend on the short flight to Hamilton this morning . 🙏🇨🇦 @CanadianForces @RCAF_ARC @CFL @CFLonTSN @RandyAmbrosie
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The #GreyCup refs will wear these necklaces, made by indigenous elders in Winnipeg, for warm-ups @CFL @CFLonTSN @TSN_Sports
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Hearing Ismaël Koné had his first Watford team training session Tuesday and the 20-year-old Montreal-native could play his first game in the FA Cup against Reading on January 7 @TSNSoccer @TSN_Sports.
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I’ve said there are few in #CFL, and in sports, I respect more than @7Bowman. Football can take so much, demand more, and give so little; but the little it does give can reveal so much about the person you are. Here’s what I mean @cfl @MTLAlouettes #AlsMTL @CFLonTSN @TSN_Sports
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A city rejoicing, together. I need this right now. We all need this right now. I could live on that street, with an entire city, that night, tonight, and every night. #ChampionshipRelived @Raptors @TSN_Sports
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…to the Croatian team and Croatian people, but at the end of the day it’s a mindset that Canada is going to have if we’re going to have 3 points against one of the top teams in the world. And it’s the mindset we took to Belgium. We have to; it’s part of ‘New Canada.’.
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A girlfriend/wife is not your status symbol. She’s not your trophy. She’s not something you measure your dominance or inferiority against;she’s an individual who decided to be your PARTNER. Grow-up&celebrate that; or she’ll find someone who will: A Real Man. This ends my Ted Talk.
I love my wife, but envy her successful career. How do I deal with my jealousy?
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The @CFL @CFLPA isn't a league, it's a community. I worry less about myself and more for the players, @CFLonTSN and @DomeProductions crew, and the fans. These fans continue to give me so much. I'm so lucky. I'm going to be optimistic on a crappy day: . We'll see you soon 🙏 #CFL
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Tajon Buchanan is out of surgery and on the road to recovery. Players and coaches visited him yesterday. Whole team will. Jesse Marsch expects Buchanan back at the team hotel Thursday. If #CanMNT progresses Marsch says Buchanan will travel with the team to NYC/NJ @TSN_Sports.
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It's been a pleasure to collaborate with Kristian Jack and the @onesoccer crew this week. The road to 2026 gives us a special opportunity to give the sport an elevated platform it has long deserved. Thanks for watching this week @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer
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Andre Pierre Gignac walked to @TorontoFC’s bus to give Chis Mavinga a signed #Tigres jersey. #Respect @TSN_Sports #TFCLive
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Lorenzo Insigne and Federico Bernardeschi are both involved in #TFCLive first team drills on Tuesday. @TSNSoccer @TSN_Sports.
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Canada embraces our game on Labour Day. To not be in Hamilton, and feel that energy, sucks. I feel for @TorontoArgos & @Ticats fans who would like nothing more than to share some adult language with some adult beverages today. Can't wait to (hopefully) see you all next year🙏🏈
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Liam Millar's move to Hull City is nearing completion. Toronto native will move from FC Basel in Switzerland back to the English Championship for 3.5m Euros on a 3yr deal plus an option. Millar travelling to London to complete medical and paperwork @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer #CanMNT.
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“It’s a magnificent trophy, isn’t it?” says Jim Nantz about the Grey Cup. It is Jim, it is. @TSN_Sports @CFL.
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Canada is ready. The fans are here. History awaits. More tonight on @TSN_Sports @SportsCentre @TSNSoccer
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It's not what we all expected, but @CFLonTSN is back!. Friday at 7:30 pm ET @TSN_Sports join @RodSmithTSN @MiltStegallTSN @DuaneFordeTSN @HenryBurris @DavisSanchez @GlenSuitor @MattDuniganTSN @FarhanLaljiTSN @TSNDaveNaylor as we try to inject a little @CFL into your life again 🏈
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Eight years ago, I lost my job at the National Post. Then TSN called; I never dreamed of TV. I was told @bruce_arthur & @CCpxpSN said I had potential. CC believed in the kid and his Chucks before the kid did. He's more than my friend. There isn't anyone like him. Well done, sir!.
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.@pdpatt & I wrote a love letter to Toronto. @ExperienceMatt @brooksxreynolds @CTSecond gave it life #WeTheNorth #Raptors #NBAPlayoffs #RTZ
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On instagram, Jacob Shaffelburg and his wife Robyne announced the birth of their first child Daisy Evelyn Shaffelburg. Mom and baby are healthy. Last week, Shaffelburg left #CanMNT international window early to be with his wife for Daisy's birth @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer.
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Whatever happens tonight, #CanMNT will finish top 4 at Copa América, and that's the men's greatest accomplishment in a generation. That's why winning 3rd place matters, too. Canada 🇨🇦 vs Uruguay 🇺🇾 from Bank Of America Stadium. We'll be live from Charlotte @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer
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FYI . @rwesthead has fronted compelling features on Atiba Hutchinson, Stephen Eustáquio, Jonathan Osorio, and Milan Borjan. Stephen Eustáquio was left emotional by how carefully Rick and @TSN_Sports feature team handled his family's story. Rick has always been tough but fair.
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Canada isn’t perfect. But this is a country where many of us are eager to share differences, discuss shared paths forward, and embrace diversity as our strength. Proud to cover to a league attempting to foster more discussion #DiversityIsStrength #CFL @cfl @TSN_Sports 📸 @nelcam
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Following #CanMNT loss to Argentina, Alphonso Davies went into the lockerroom and told his teammates their execution has to be consistent through 90 mins. He didn't call anyone out, but said for Canada to succeed at this level, it can't allow dips against top nations @TSN_Sports.
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This crowd is 95% Chile fans. Over the last 10 years, Chile had its most memorable, Championship moments in Copa América. It's not going to want to be eliminated by a nation predominately known for hockey. Tonight #CanMNT can earn the respect it craves Live now @TSN_Sports
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While Roberto De Zerbi's Marseille coaching staff were watching Ismaël Koné vs FRA in Bourdeaux, Derek Cornelius caught a Marseille coach's eye. Deal could be announced tomorrow, but it's a prime example of why playing the best nations helps #CanMNT @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer.
🚨🔵⚪️ EXCL: Olympique Marseille agree deal with Malmö to sign Derek Cornelius for 27 year old defender. Understand fee will be over €4.3m, including add-ons. Cornelius will be in Marseille this weekend to sign for OM. 🇨🇦
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Tajon Buchanan is still being evaluated, but hearing he and everyone around him are "shocked and sad." This upcoming Serie A season was going to be big for Buchanan, but "he will be back stronger," say those closest to him. "This journey can be so cruel at times." @TSN_Sports.
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I've reached out to members of #CanMNT to give me one word to describe how they're feeling ahead of the biggest game in the history of the men's team. The team has a word:. "Ready". @TSN_Sports @TSNSoccer
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Jonathan David is going to cost one of the best teams in Europe lots and lots and lots and lots of money. Let that sink in.
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Wearing the #Rainbow is only the first step. I’m choosing to be an active ally. I’m choosing to support #LGBTQ2 initiatives like @RainbowRailroad @YouCanPlayTeam @egalecanada not just because it’s #pridetoronto #PrideMonth2019, but because #LoveIsLove @CFL #GameDayChucks
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(THREAD) .After tonight's game, someone in the stands shouted "Scianitti, you're a f--!" It was a boy, no more than 10. He laughed and ran. I'm not angry; I'm sad for that boy. I'll never feel the full force of that word. But it's evil and words matter. And influence matters more.
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#CanMNT beats #USMNT on US soil for the 1st time since 1957. Growth moment. Dominant first half. Closed out the game. Initiated physicality. Pressed and attacked constantly. Ahmed, Bombito, & David stood out. Team took Copa lessons -- esp URU loss -- and applied them @TSN_Sports.
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Sources tell @TSN_Sports that Red Bull Salzburg have entered the race to sign #CanMNT Moïse Bombito, who is still on the radar of France's Lyon @TSNSoccer.
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Shaq is sharing a vulnerability. I stand on @CFL sidelines. I hear vile things hurled at BIPOC players by SOME fans every season. Instead of saying 'but it's not me,' call out those who are. Oh, and if you trolls think I care about your "opinions" -- I don't :) Happy Friday #CFL.
And I know everyone is sask isn’t like that. But just put yourself in my shoes. It’s people that have interacted with us on multiple occasions speaking negatively like this. It’s just give me cause to pause when talking to ppl because you don’t know how they feel in their ❤️.
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I turn 34 today. But what would I say to myself 10yrs ago? Research "Full Windsor Knot" Enunciate. Get a haircut. Also: Embrace the things that break your heart as much as you enjoy the things that make it soar. Learn to love living through the unexpected.And. keep the shoes 😉
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Tajon Buchanan scores and celebrates possibly putting Club Brugge in pole position for the Belgian title by celebrating in front of a Canadian flag. What a year for Canadian soccer @TSNSoccer
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I’ve covered @ZCollaros7 for a decade. He once told me how much confidence he had in himself to do something big in the @CFL , and he’s now the league’s MOP. Zach Collaros is Today’s Man. @Wpg_BlueBombers @CFLonTSN @TSN_Sports #CFL #ForTheW. FULL ESSAY
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Canada wins, again. Canada is still first. Last March, John Herdman asked Canada to believe in the men’s team. After some of the nonsense in Ottawa this weekend, this crowd and this team have been the perfect 🇨🇦 palette cleanser.
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The start of the @NHL @Senators season has me thinking about @brianpfraser 🙏 No better way to honour a great dude than donating 🩸 If you’re healthy and able, please considering donating @CanadasLifeline @hkygivesblood @TSN1200
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Panama manager Thomas Christiansen outside locker room looking bemused.Tells @TSN_Sports Panama will be paid for cancelled friendly. “We came all this way for a training session,” he said. “I’ve had matches cancelled because bad weather, but never something like this.” @TSNSoccer.
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#CanMNT right into recovery mode. Ice baths. Iced towels. Fluids. After the whistle, Alistair Johnston slumped over. He looked exhausted. Immediately grabbed 2 bottles of cold water. Forecast for Sat's game in Orlando - where the humidity is as bad - pushing high 30s @TSN_Sports.
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Note to young, aspiring sports journos: If you don't look at @JohnLuTSNMtl as someone to aspire to, then you want to be in this business for the wrong reasons.- Reportage ✔️ .- Presence ✔️.-Style ✔️ ✔️✔️.Always a cut above. We're all just playint catchup.@TSNHockey @JayAndDan
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Cheeky chant from Canada fans here:. Remember the War of 1812? .You lost, you lost.Remember the War of 1812?.You lost, you lost. @thevoyageurs.
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