Maddon opts out of Rays contract Manager Joe Maddon has exercised an opt-out clause in his contract with the Tampa Bay Rays and is leaving the organization effective immediately, the team announced. Owner Stuart Sternberg released the following statement: “Joe Maddon has exercised an opt-out in his current contract, a contract which was not scheduled to expire until after the 2015 season. We … [Read more...]
Aguero misses Balotelli at City
Aguero misses Balotelli at City Has Balotelli become a scapegoat? Sergio Aguero has revealed in his new autobiography that he loved his time alongside Mario Balotelli at Manchester City - and feels his fellow striker was "crazy" because of his insecurity. The pair played alongside each other at the Etihad Stadium for a year and a half before Balotelli was sold to AC Milan in January 2013. They … [Read more...]
Nick Saban sends letter to high school after death of coach (Photo)
Nick Saban sends letter to high school after death of coach (Photo) Alabama head coach Nick Saban offered his condolences to a high school in Tuscumbia, Ala., whose football coach tragically died last week. In a letter dated Oct. 22 and addressed to Deshler High School athletic director Patrick Smith, Saban expressed his sadness for the death of Jake Linville, the 42-year-old coach who was … [Read more...]
Ferrer gets 600th win to reach Valencia semis (Yahoo Sports)
Ferrer gets 600th win to reach Valencia semis (Yahoo Sports) Top-seeded David Ferrer earned his 600th career win by beating Thomaz Bellucci 6-1, 6-2 Friday to set up a semifinal against Andy Murray at the Valencia Open. Ferrer, a three-time champion in Valencia, became the fourth active player to reach the milestone, joining Roger Federer (986 wins), Rafael Nadal (706) and Lleyton Hewitt … [Read more...]
Coric upsets Nadal to reach Swiss Indoors semis (Yahoo Sports)
Coric upsets Nadal to reach Swiss Indoors semis (Yahoo Sports) Teenager Borna Coric upset second-seeded Rafael Nadal in straight sets Friday to reach the semifinals of the Swiss Indoors and announce himself as one of the rising stars of tennis. There was no such slip-up for Roger Federer as the top-seeded Swiss remained on course for his sixth title in Basel after beating fifth-seeded … [Read more...]
Ligety aims to challenge overall champion Hirscher (The Associated Press)
Ligety aims to challenge overall champion Hirscher (The Associated Press) When the men's Alpine skiing World Cup starts this weekend, Ted Ligety has his eyes on more than just his fourth straight win in the season-opening giant slalom. Defending champion Marcel Hirscher, who wants to become the first male skier to win the overall World Cup four seasons in a row, regards Ligety and Alexis … [Read more...]
Breaking News: Week 8 NFL Live Chat
Breaking News: Week 8 NFL Live Chat Friday, October 24, 2014 Week 8 NFL Live Chat beginning Friday at 3ET. Editor's Note: If this is your first time participating in a LiveFyre chat, you'll need to set up a username. Simply click "Sign In" above the chat, click the "Create Account" link and set up your username and password. Week 8 NFL Live Chat beginning Friday at 3ET. Editor's Note: If … [Read more...]
BDL’s 2014-15 NBA Season Previews: Sacramento Kings
BDL's 2014-15 NBA Season Previews: Sacramento Kings When the Maloofs graciously accepted $535 million from an ownership group led by Vivek Ranadivé, it meant Sacramentans could stop worrying about their hometown team being wrested away, and get back to just watching the Sacramento Kings play. What a punishment. (I kid!) [Yahoo Sports Fantasy Basketball: Sign up and join a league today!] … [Read more...]
Aguero can become world’s best – Pellegrini
Aguero can become world's best - Pellegrini Allardyce: We're in a great position Manuel Pellegrini believes Sergio Aguero can become the best striker in the world at Manchester City. Aguero has struck in each of City's last five games, including a four-goal haul against Tottenham that saw him displace Carlos Tevez as their most prolific player in Premier League history. He is also the joint top … [Read more...]
UCLA DL Takkarist McKinley says Colorado offensive line plays ‘dirty’
UCLA DL Takkarist McKinley says Colorado offensive line plays 'dirty' UCLA defensive lineman Takkarist McKinley noticed something about Colorado’s offensive line when studying the Buffs’ game tape. “Colorado and their offensive line, I feel like if we get off with speed, we can beat them,” McKinley said per the Los Angeles Times. “They’re dirty, but if you use your hands, use your speed, rip … [Read more...]