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Sports Scope

The SportsCage's Benny Walchuk shares his views on sports in Saskatchewan, Canada and around the globe. 

SPORTS SCOPE: provincial ball season is the heart of a Saskatchewan summer

SPORTS SCOPE: provincial ball season is the heart of a Saskatchewan summer

Across Saskatchewan, from Moose Jaw to Melfort to Saltcoats, the sounds of summer are back — the crack of the bat, the roar from the dugout, and fans crowding the bleachers.
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SPORTS SCOPE: there’s nothing like the thrill of chuckwagon racing

SPORTS SCOPE: there’s nothing like the thrill of chuckwagon racing

There’s a unique energy when the chuckwagons hit the track — the thunder of hooves, the roar of the crowd, and the sheer speed of it all. It’s loud, fast, unpredictable, and unmistakably Western Canadian.
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SPORTS SCOPE: well deserved recognition for Toronto Blue Jays’ Alejandro Kirk

SPORTS SCOPE: well deserved recognition for Toronto Blue Jays’ Alejandro Kirk

There are flashy All-Stars who make highlight reels, and then there are the quiet, steady contributors like Alejandro Kirk—players who show up every day, do the dirty work, and keep teams running smoothly.
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SPORTS SCOPE: skates off, benefits on for young hockey players

SPORTS SCOPE: skates off, benefits on for young hockey players

Taking a break from hockey in the summer isn’t just helpful—it’s essential. With its long season and intense demands, hockey requires players to rest both mind and body to stay sharp and resilient.
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SPORTS SCOPE: Fastball is a must watch for any sports fan

SPORTS SCOPE: Fastball is a must watch for any sports fan

There’s something about the sound of a ball hitting a glove or the crack of a bat that just doesn’t translate through a screen. Watching softball live isn’t just exciting—it’s electric.
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SPORTS SCOPE: Hudson Bay’s Glen Gulutzan with deserving second shot with Dallas Stars

SPORTS SCOPE: Hudson Bay’s Glen Gulutzan with deserving second shot with Dallas Stars

There’s something powerful about second chances—especially when they involve a small-town Saskatchewan product stepping back into the NHL spotlight.
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SPORTS SCOPE: 2025 free agency could reshape the NHL

SPORTS SCOPE: 2025 free agency could reshape the NHL

July 1st isn’t just Canada Day—it’s also the most unpredictable day on the NHL calendar. The annual Free Agent Frenzy has become a summer spectacle of rumours, overpayments, last-minute deals, and fanbase-wide overreactions.
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SPORTS SCOPE: the maple backbone of the Canadian Football League

SPORTS SCOPE: the maple backbone of the Canadian Football League

In a sports world chasing global flash and imported stars, the CFL proudly stays rooted in Canadian identity. In 2025, Canadian players aren’t just filling roster spots—they’re defining the league’s character and future.
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SPORTS SCOPE: 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame class marks a new era

SPORTS SCOPE: 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame class marks a new era

The Hockey Hall of Fame’s 2025 class isn’t just star-studded—it’s a turning point. Let’s start with the headliners: Zdeno Chara, Joe Thornton, and Duncan Keith—first-ballot locks and cornerstones of a generation.
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SPORTS SCOPE: Dale Derkatch right person to guide Regina Pats into the future

SPORTS SCOPE: Dale Derkatch right person to guide Regina Pats into the future

The Regina Pats are entering a new chapter with the departure of GM Alan Millar to Hockey Canada’s Program of Excellence.
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