National Sports

LAS VEGAS — The Vegas Golden Knights came into the season with one of the best top-six forward units in the NHL. In their latest win, they proved they have the potential to be a threat with all four lines.

Saturday's Games MLB Post-season National League Championship Series Washington 3 St. Louis 1 (Washington leads series 2-0) American League Championship Series N.Y.

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Marie-Alex Belanger had eight points as Canada fell to the United States 3-0 on Saturday in the quarterfinal of the NORCECA women's continental championship.

CHICAGO — After being kept off the scoresheet in regulation, Mark Scheifele finally broke through when it really counted.

MONTREAL — The Canadiens defended their fortress and slayed the reigning Stanley Cup champions in the process. Brendan Gallagher scored a goal and added two assists as the Montreal Canadiens doubled the defending Stanley Cup champion St.

DETROIT — On a night when their biggest stars were quiet offensively, the Toronto Maple Leafs still scored plenty.

EDMONTON — It wasn't the prettiest victory, but Edmonton Eskimos head coach Jason Maas will take it. Shaquille Cooper rushed for 94 yards and a touchdown to help Edmonton beat the B.C.

KAMAISHI, Japan — Canada will leave the Rugby World Cup winless for the second straight tournament, with the weather tying its hands this time.

WINNIPEG — An offensive line moving like a juggernaut to drive Winnipeg's ground game got a lot of credit from coaches and players alike after an important 35-24 win by the Blue Bombers over the Montreal Alouettes on Saturday.

ST. LOUIS — Max Scherzer was strength and fire. Aníbal Sánchez was artistry and deception. Two different styles, two absolute gems for the Washington Nationals.