It’s Monday, June 15. Here are the top stories we’re following today:
Ron MacLean's 'Roofies' Joke Sparks Apology
The legendary Hockey Night in Canada host himself said some are hitting the roof over this attempt at Stanley Cup humour that not only had him climbing down from his perch to apologize but reminding TV viewers there’s nothing funny about plying somebody with the date rape drug. Read the full story on whether the apology will be enough to prevent a lasting hangover.
Toronto Police Officer Run Down by Stolen Car
A Toronto Police officer was seriously injured after being run down by a 12-year-old allegedly driving a stolen car in the city’s east end. The province’s Special Investigations Unit has been called in to investigate.
Former Blue Jays Slugger Offers Home Run Advice
Josh Donaldson, a former thumper for the Jays, chimes in with his two cents on what Vladimir Guerrero Jr. can do to get back in the home run conversation. We’re sure he’s getting advice from every corner, but this one is definitely in the “just offered” category.
Why Is Dangerous Sex Offender Christopher Watts Still Free?
Over the past decade, Christopher Watts has been in and out of prison multiple times. From a brief interaction in 2019, he seemed to believe he had done nothing wrong. Halton police arrested him again after a nationwide warrant.
Mitch Marner Falls Short in Stanley Cup Final
Mitch Marner defied critics but ended on a familiar note: on the wrong end of the handshake line, failing to come up in the clutch, and getting skewered by social media after an impressive playoff run.
