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Jean-Francois Garon delivers key blow to lead Border Cats to road win.

Headed to his hometown San Diego State in the fall, the 6-foot-6 first baseman has a 12-game hitting streak to start his Northwoods League career.

Scott Morrison led Lakehead to four straight national championship weekend appearances, starting in 2010, before leaving to coach the NBA D-League's Maine Red Claws.

Andy Weber delivered a go-ahead double in the seventh, then Kevin Biondich cleared the bases with and eighth-inning grand slam to deliver a 10-5 win over Eau Claire.

Minnesota's Eric Staal among high-profile players being made available in expansion draft to the Vegas Golden Knights.

Training begins for the nordic skiers on the National Team Development Centre Thunder Bay.

Border Cats still looking for first win at Port Arthur Stadium, but glad to be back home after 6-12 start on the road.

Big trucks on big tires, motocross freestyle show draw plenty of cheers at Murillo Fairgrounds.

Right-hander Jimmy Murphy was the top player to hear his name called, taken in the eight round by the Baltimore Orioles.

Former NHLer said he was looking for stability on and off the ice.