Marco Scandella gets a five-year contract extension, head shots T.J. Oshie The Minnesota Wild signed defenseman Marco Scandella to a five-year $20 million contract extension. And he celebrated the deal by giving Blues forward T.J. Oshie a violent head shot. Well, I wouldn't call it a celebration ... maybe Scandella was hyped up about the deal so he took it out on the ice? Whatever. Take a … [Read more...]
On Vin Scully’s Happy 87th birthday, enjoy our favorite Scully calls in 2014
On Vin Scully's Happy 87th birthday, enjoy our favorite Scully calls in 2014 It bears repeating every season. One of the things we're most thankful for is Vin Scully, the legendary voice of the Los Angeles Dodgers. On Saturday, the broadcasting legend is celebrating his 87th birthday, and in tribute the folks over at MLB have released many of his greatest calls on video. With that in mind, … [Read more...]
Florida State outlasts Florida 24-19 as Gators can’t exploit Seminoles’ mistakes
Florida State outlasts Florida 24-19 as Gators can't exploit Seminoles' mistakes No matter the obstacles, mistakes or distractions in their path, the Florida State Seminoles have found a way to win every game this season. The same held true Saturday in Tallahassee against rival Florida, as Florida State turned the ball over four times and still won 24-19. The Seminoles just outlast their … [Read more...]
No. 18 Ole Miss beats No. 4 Mississippi St 31-17
No. 18 Ole Miss beats No. 4 Mississippi St 31-17 OXFORD, Miss. (AP) Mississippi's quarterback had a hurt ankle and its two top receivers were out with leg injuries. The offensive line was mostly a mess, with players constantly shifting spots because of injuries or ineffective play. And despite all that, the Rebels managed to play their best game of the season. The unlikely duo of Jaylen Walton and … [Read more...]
Jansrud wins season-opening World Cup downhill (The Associated Press)
Jansrud wins season-opening World Cup downhill (The Associated Press) LAKE LOUISE, Alberta (AP) -- Norway's Kjetil Jansrud won the season-opening men's World Cup downhill Saturday. … [Read more...]
California Chrome wins turf debut at Del Mar (The Associated Press)
California Chrome wins turf debut at Del Mar (The Associated Press) DEL MAR, Calif. (AP) -- Kentucky Derby and Preakness winner California Chrome won the $300,000 Hollywood Derby by two lengths in his turf debut at Del Mar on Saturday, strengthening his bid to earn Horse of the Year honors. … [Read more...]
Braves getting offers for power-hitting J. Upton
Braves getting offers for power-hitting J. Upton The Braves should have no shortage of offers for Justin Upton. (USATSI) Justin Upton's trade market is said to be hot, no surprise considering his talent and power, and also the law of supply and demand. With about 12 teams looking for an outfielder, and at least that many seeking that rarest of commodities, right-handed power, Upton is a marked … [Read more...]
Austria’s Eva-Maria Brem earns 1st World Cup win (The Associated Press)
Austria's Eva-Maria Brem earns 1st World Cup win (The Associated Press) ASPEN, Colo. (AP) -- Eva-Maria Brem of Austria earned her first World Cup victory Saturday, holding off teammate Kathrin Zettel with a smooth final run in the giant slalom. … [Read more...]
NFL WEEK 13: Here Are Our Official Picks For Who Wins This Weekend – Business Insider
NFL WEEK 13: Here Are Our Official Picks For Who Wins This Weekend - Business Insider Kevin Lamarque/ReutersChange I can believe in: Thanksgiving on Friday See Also Mark Sanchez Has A Fantastic Answer When Asked To Describe The Butt Fumble The 15 Biggest Turkeys In Sports This Year The Robert Griffin III Trade Was A Disaster For The Redskins It's the day after Thanksgiving and I … [Read more...]
Penn State players honor injured teammates on senior day (Photo)
Penn State players honor injured teammates on senior day (Photo) Though they cannot suit up due to injury, the numbers of Penn State seniors Ryan Keiser and Zach Zwinak will be worn Saturday afternoon for senior day at Beaver Stadium. Junior cornerback Jordan Lucas will wear Keiser’s No. 23, while senior running back Bill Belton will wear Zwinak’s No. 28 when the 6-5 Nittany Lions host No. … [Read more...]