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Addison Russell drove in four runs, Wade Davis earned a seven-out save, and the Chicago Cubs reached their third NL Championship Series in a row by edging the Washington Nationals 9-8 in a thriller of a Game 5. CBC | Sports News

The Qatari president of one of Europe’s most glamorous soccer clubs, Paris Saint-Germain, is under investigation by Swiss prosecutors for suspected bribery of a top FIFA executive to get World Cup broadcasting rights. CBC | Sports News

Hornets owner Michael Jordan says that NBA stars ganging up and playing for super teams will hurt competitive balance. CBC | Sports News

The filmmakers of a new documentary about how everyone to some extent faces anxiety have enlisted Michael Phelps to show that even world champions can feel low. CBC | Sports News

A federal appeals court has lifted an injunction that blocked a six-game suspension for Dallas Cowboys star Ezekiel Elliott, clearing the way for the NFL’s punishment over domestic violence allegations and likely leading to the running back’s legal team seeking further relief. CBC | Sports News

A person with direct knowledge of the move tells The Associated Press the Montreal Canadiens have placed veteran defenceman Mark Streit on waivers. The person spoke on the condition of anonymity Thursday because the Canadiens have not announced the move. CBC | Sports News

RADAMEL FALCAO has caused a fixing storm by admitting he discussed the possibility of playing for a draw with Peru’s Renato Tapia in a World Cup qualifier. Daily Express :: Sport Feed

LIVERPOOL star Adam Lallana has shared a fitness update with fans ahead of the Reds’ clash with Manchester United on Saturday. Daily Express :: Sport Feed

ARSENE WENGER has revealed Arsenal could sell Mesut Ozil in January. Daily Express :: Sport Feed

Sean Monahan scored 1:02 into overtime and the Calgary Flames rallied for a 4-3 victory over the Los Angeles Kings on Wednesday night in Jaromir Jagr’s season debut. CBC | Sports News