Report: Hall of Famer Patrick Roy to be next head coach of Colorado Avalanche

DENVER - Hall of Fame goalie Patrick Roy is reportedly on the verge of being the next head coach of the Colorado Avalanche.

American League Capsules

BALTIMORE - Vernon Wells doubled in the tiebreaking run in the 10th inning and the New York Yankees hit four solo homers in a 6-4 victory over the Orioles on Monday night, extending Baltimore's losing streak to six games.


Monday's Scoreboard

Monday's Games


Pouliot and De Leo score 23 apart as Winterhawks down Knights at Memorial Cup

SASKATOON - After seeing their three-goal lead evaporate, the Portland Winterhawks' quick-strike offence ensured the race for the MasterCard Memorial Cup title is still wide open.


Datsyuk, Miller, Nyquist score to help Red Wings beat Blackhawks 3-1 to take 2-1 series lead

Datsyuk, Miller, Nyquist score to help Red Wings beat Blackhawks 3-1 to take 2-1 series lead

DETROIT - The young Detroit Red Wings have made the mighty Chicago Blackhawks look vulnerable, beating them two straight times to gain an advantage in their last playoff matchup as Western Conference rivals.


West sits out Pacers practice with leg strain, but is expected to play Game 1 vs. Heat

INDIANAPOLIS - Pacers forward David West is expected to play Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals at Miami, despite an injured right leg.


Right-hander Johnny Cueto is activated from DL, set to start against Mets

NEW YORK, N.Y. - Cincinnati Reds ace Johnny Cueto has been activated from the 15-day disabled list, and he is set to make his first start in more than a month on Monday night.


World Sports

Red Sox activate RHP Andrew Bailey from disabled list

CHICAGO - The Boston Red Sox have activated relief pitcher Andrew Bailey from the 15-day disabled list before their game Monday against the Chicago White Sox.


Edwin Encarnacion's bat and R.A. Dickey's knuckleball leads Blue Jays past Rays

Edwin Encarnacion's bat and R.A. Dickey's knuckleball leads Blue Jays past Rays

TORONTO - R.A. Dickey and the Jays found the win column, notching a valuable victory against an American League East opponent, but remain very much a work in progress.


Rangers head home confident they can dig out of another 0-2 series hole against Bruins

Rangers head home confident they can dig out of another 0-2 series hole against Bruins

GREENBURGH, N.Y. - Don't judge the New York Rangers by the scores of their two losses to the Boston Bruins.


The Other Guys: Memorial Cup full of top draft talent other than Big Three

The Other Guys: Memorial Cup full of top draft talent other than Big Three

SASKATOON - In most other years, London Knights forward Max Domi would probably garner more attention at the MasterCard Memorial Cup.


Anderson's return to form gives Senators a chance against Penguins

Anderson's return to form gives Senators a chance against Penguins

OTTAWA - Craig Anderson has returned to form just in time to give the Ottawa Senators a chance against the top seed in the Eastern Conference.


Jays recall outfielder Gose from Buffalo, much to outfielder's surprise

Jays recall outfielder Gose from Buffalo, much to outfielder's surprise

TORONTO - Given his numbers at triple-A Buffalo, Anthony Gose wasn't expecting a call from the Blue Jays.


Reports: Colangelo out as Raptors GM, offered corporate role with team

TORONTO - It appears Bryan Colangelo is out as president and general manager of the Toronto Raptors, but he could be staying with the team in another capacity.


National League Capsules

PHILADELPHIA - Freddy Galvis and Erik Kratz each homered off closer Aroldis Chapman in the bottom of the ninth innings Sunday, rallying the Philadelphia Phillies past the Cincinnati Reds for a stunning 3-2 victory.