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Rangers look to rebound in Game 2 against Bruins on TSN
The New York Rangers will try to bounce back from an overtime loss when they visit the Boston Bruins toay for Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. Boston, which is 6-3 in nine all-time playoff series against the Rangers, grabbed the early lead in this best-of-seven series, taking Thursday's Game 1 clash in a 3-2 OT decision.

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Spezza back as Senators set to take on Penguins in Game 3
The Ottawa Senators will aim for their first win of the Eastern Conference semifinals tonight, when they host the top-seeded Pittsburgh Penguins in Game 3 at Scotiabank Place. The Senators hope the return of centerman Jason Spezza can help them get on the board in Game 3.
Spurs, Grizzlies set for Game 1 of Western Finals
The San Antonio Spurs and Memphis Grizzlies will battle for the Western Conference title, starting with Game 1 Sunday afternoon at the AT&T Center. The two teams split their four regular-season meetings with each team successfully defending their home-court.
Jays-Yankees series finale washed out by rain
Sunday's game between the Toronto Blue Jays and New York Yankees has been postponed due to rain. No makeup date was set for the AL East rivals, who are not scheduled to meet again in the Bronx until August.
Report: Quick receives game misconduct for abuse of official
Jonathan Quick could be in hot water for his actions following the Los Angeles Kings 2-1 overtime loss to the San Jose Sharks on Saturday. Quick was assessed a 10-minute and game misconduct after the whistle which, according to reports, were for abuse of an official. According to Rule 39.5 of the NHL Rule Book, such penalties may be subject to supplemental discipline.
Nadal dominates Federer in Italian Open final
After all these years, Rafael Nadal still knows how to dominate Roger Federer. In the 30th meeting between the two tennis greats, Nadal controlled the final from start to finish to win 6-1, 6-3 Sunday for his seventh Italian Open title.
Couture wins Game 3 for Sharks with power play goal in OT
Logan Couture scored a power-play goal 1:29 into overtime to help the San Jose Sharks bounce back from two losses in Los Angeles to beat the Kings 2-1 in Game 3 of their second-round series on Saturday night. Dan Boyle scored a power-play goal early in the first period and Antti Niemi made 26 saves for the Sharks.

Red Wings beat Blackhawks in Game 2 to even series
Brendan Smith netted the game-winning goal late in the second period, part of a four-goal burst which lifted the Detroit Red Wings to a 4-1 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks to even this Western Conference semifinal at one game apiece. Damien Brunner, Johan Franzen and Valtteri Filppula also lit the lamp for the Red Wings, who recovered nicely following Wednesday's series-opening 4-1 loss.
McDowell beats Jaidee to win World Match-Play final
Former U.S. Open champion Graeme McDowell will play Thailand's Thongchai Jaidee in the final of the World Match-Play Championship in Bulgaria. McDowell defeated South African Branden Grace 3 and 2 in a semifinal Sunday while Jaidee beat South African Thomas Aiken, also 3 and 2.
Serena routs Azarenka for fourth consecutive title
Serena Williams won her fourth consecutive title of the year in dominating fashion Sunday, beating third-seeded Victoria Azarenka 6-1, 6-3 in the Italian Open final. The top-ranked American will enter the French Open, which starts next Sunday, on a career-best 24-match winning streak.
Switzerland and Sweden go for gold at worlds on TSN2
History of some sort will be made in Sunday's final of the IIHF World Championship. Switzerland will play for the first gold medal in that country's history. Sweden wants to be the first host country to win a world title since 1986. Catch all the action live on TSN2 and TSN Mobile TV at 2pm et/11am pt.
Bandits and Capitals to clash in RBC Cup final on TSN
Overtime was necessary in both RBC Cup semifinals on Saturday. Mark Reners scored his second goal of the game 8:30 into overtime to lift Brooks over the Minnesota Wilderness 5-4 in the Bandits debut at the national junior A hockey championship. Later in the day, Christopher Caissy scored in overtime as the host Summerside Western Capitals edged the Surrey Eagles 3-2.
MacKinnon bests Jones, leads Mooseheads over Winterhawks
Nathan MacKinnon scored at even strength, on the power play and while shorthanded in the second period Saturday as the Halifax Mooseheads exploded for five straight goals to defeat the Portland Winterhawks 7-4 in the first game at the MasterCard Memorial Cup for both teams. The game featured three top ranked North American skaters by NHL Central Scouting ahead of next month's draft in Jones, MacKinnon and Jonathan Drouin.