Premier League Sunday, Gameweek 7: Starting Lineups, TV Times and Open Thread The Premier League fixture computer has squeezed four matches into today in order for teams to be finished in time for players to report to international duty. And based on the games scheduled today, it looks like there could be … Continue reading →Premier League Sunday, Gameweek 7: Starting Lineups, TV … [Read more...]
Washington St. QB Connor Halliday sets passing record in heartbreaking 60-59 loss to Cal
Washington St. QB Connor Halliday sets passing record in heartbreaking 60-59 loss to Cal The Pac-12 after-dark is quickly becoming a late-night guilty pleasure. Cal defeated Washington State 60-59 in a late-night game that saw Washington State quarterback Connor Halliday set the single-game passing yard mark — in a loss. Halliday completed 49-of-70 passes for 734 yards and six touchdowns. He … [Read more...]
Tigers turn to newest ace David Price with season on the line
Tigers turn to newest ace David Price with season on the line How the Detroit Tigers arrived on the brink of elimination in the ALDS is obvious. In each of their first two games against the Baltimore Orioles, their ineffective bullpen has imploded, leading to two embarrassing and frustrating defeats. How and if the Tigers are able survive on Sunday will likely rest on the left arm of David … [Read more...]
Nishikori beats Raonic to claim Japan Open title (Yahoo Sports)
Nishikori beats Raonic to claim Japan Open title (Yahoo Sports) TOKYO (AP) -- Fourth-seeded Kei Nishikori beat third-seeded Milos Raonic of Canada 7-6 (5), 4-6, 6-4 in the final of the Japan Open on Sunday to win his fourth ATP Tour title of the season. … [Read more...]
Utah’s 30-28 upset of No. 8 UCLA ends a wild weekend for top 10 teams
Utah's 30-28 upset of No. 8 UCLA ends a wild weekend for top 10 teams As UCLA’s potential game-winning kick sailed right off the uprights with no time remaining, it felt like the perfect close to an unforgettable weekend. The missed kick gave Utah a 30-28 upset win as the No. 8 Bruins became the fifth team in the top 10 to lose during Week 6, a feat that has never happened. No. 2 Oregon. No. … [Read more...]
Matt Kemp’s winning homer takes away J.P. Howell’s burden of losing lead
Matt Kemp's winning homer takes away J.P. Howell's burden of losing lead Left-hander J.P. Howell likened his shifting emotions Saturday night to a religious experience. Howell went from down in the dumps after blowing a lead for the Los Angeles Dodgers in a game they had to win, to feeling unspeakably grateful for getting a second chance after Matt Kemp lifted his burden. Howell survived an … [Read more...]
Rich Tapestry wins Santa Anita Sprint Championship (The Associated Press)
Rich Tapestry wins Santa Anita Sprint Championship (The Associated Press) ARCADIA, Calif. (AP) -- Rich Tapestry rallied with a sixteenth of a mile to go to upset 4-5 favorite Goldencents by a nose and win the $300,000 Santa Anita Sprint Championship at Santa Anita on Saturday. … [Read more...]
Mississippi State beats Texas A&M 48-31 as Dak Prescott becomes Heisman contender
Mississippi State beats Texas A&M 48-31 as Dak Prescott becomes Heisman contender Welcome to the land of the elite, Mississippi State. The No. 12 Bulldogs absolutely throttled No. 6 Texas A&M 48-31 on Saturday, forcing A&M QB Kenny Hill to throw three interceptions as MSU QB Dak Prescott accounted for five TDs. It's the first time Mississippi State has beaten top-10 teams in consecutive … [Read more...]
Papiss Cisse’s Performances Have Granted Alan Pardew A Stay Of Execution
Papiss Cisse’s Performances Have Granted Alan Pardew A Stay Of Execution Over the past few weeks, it appeared Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew was a dead-man walking. A large section of the club’s supporters, – who were fed up with a year’s worth of dismal performances – had focused their attention … Continue reading →Papiss Cisse’s Performances Have … [Read more...]