Syria update

Russia and western countries clashed at the United Nations yesterday when Vladimir Putin blocked a security council resolution condemning Syria for the chemical attack.

10 countries voted in favour, Russia with its veto and Bolivia voted against, China and 2 other abstained. Russia’s ambassador says the resolution pre-judged that the Syrian government was responsible.

Sports

NHL game one playoff action, the Rangers beat the Habs 2 to nothing.

It was the Bruins over the Sens 2 to 1.

Pittsburgh got past Columbus 3 to 1.

The Blues doubled the Wild 2 to 1.

It was the Sharks over the Oilers 3 to 2.

In baseball, the Brewers beat the Jays 2 to nothing.

The Raptors wrapped up the regular season with a 98 to 83 win over Cleveland.