Dodgers officially release Brian Wilson Three days after designating veteran reliever Brian Wilson for assignment, the Los Angeles Dodgers have officially released the 32-year-old, allowing him to pursue a free agent contract with another team. In doing so, the Dodgers will be on the hook for the balance of Wilson's $9.5 million salary in 2015 if and when he signs elsewhere. But that would … [Read more...]
Panda replacement: Giants to acquire Casey McGehee from Marlins
Panda replacement: Giants to acquire Casey McGehee from Marlins According to Juan C. Rodriguez of the Miami-Sun Sentinal, the San Francisco Giants have a deal in place to acquire veteran third baseman Casey McGehee from the Miami Marlins. The return for McGehee has not been announced, but Rodriguez believed it to be lower level minor league pitching. It's not exactly the big name many … [Read more...]
Bud Selig to get $6M annual pension, serve as commissioner emeritus
Bud Selig to get $6M annual pension, serve as commissioner emeritus Major League Baseball commissioner Bud Selig will officially retire from his position on Jan 25, ending his 22-year run in baseball's most powerful position. But by no means is he going away. On Friday, it was announced by incoming commissioner Rob Manfred that Selig will still have a prominent voice as an adviser under his … [Read more...]
College Football 2014-15 Bowl Game Picks Against The Spread – The Big Lead
College Football 2014-15 Bowl Game Picks Against The Spread - The Big Lead SHARE ON FACEBOOK SHARE ON TWITTERTWEET SHARE ON SMSSMS SHARE ON WHATSAPPWHATSAPP Bowl season has arrived. Players will be toasted by towns and, in some cases, take home some sweet swag. We made money during the regular season with a 42-33-1 record against the spread. By popular demand, here are picks … [Read more...]
NFL against the spread picks: The most disrespected 11-3 team – Yahoo Sports (blog)
NFL against the spread picks: The most disrespected 11-3 team - Yahoo Sports (blog) Another quarterback injury has changed the perception of the Arizona Cardinals again, at least in the betting line. The Cardinals are the biggest underdogs ever for an 11-3 team, going back to when it was first tracked in 1980, according to OddsShark.com. Arizona is an eight-point underdog to the Seattle … [Read more...]
2014 Driver Reviews: No. 20 Austin Dillon
2014 Driver Reviews: No. 20 Austin Dillon After doing exit interviews for Sprint Cup Series drivers in 2013, we're turning the tables. We want the drivers to sell themselves. So here are the resumés for all full-time Sprint Cup Series drivers in 2014. Then, at the end, we'll provide a summation of the driver's season in 150 words or less. Name: Austin Dillon NASCAR Experience: 2011 Camping … [Read more...]
Sources: Rockets get G Brewer from Wolves
Sources: Rockets get G Brewer from Wolves Updated: December 19, 2014, 4:39 PM ET ESPN.com news services The Houston Rockets have acquired veteran swingman Corey Brewer from the Minnesota Timberwolves, according to ESPN.com sources and media reports. The Wolves will receive shooting guard Troy Daniels from the Rockets, who used an $8 million trade exception they got from sending Jeremy … [Read more...]
Padres get J. Upton from Braves for prospects
Padres get J. Upton from Braves for prospects Padres pick up RHP Northcroft in Upton dealby Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com (4:54 pm ET) The Padres have announced that they have also received right-hander Aaron Northcraft in the deal with the Braves that landed them slugger Justin Upton. The 24-year-old Northcraft has yet to make his major league debut. Rays designate veteran RHP Brandon Gomesby … [Read more...]
Report: Yankees send Martin Prado to Marlins in five-player trade
Report: Yankees send Martin Prado to Marlins in five-player trade The Miami Marlins have reportedly added another everyday player to the lineup they're overhauling, while the New York Yankees added a young pitcher who they're hoping has his best days ahead of him. The Yankees sent the versatile Martin Prado to the Marlins, where he's likely to play third base, in a five-player swap. The … [Read more...]
Projecting the Padres: how all their new pieces fit together
Projecting the Padres: how all their new pieces fit together Without a playoff appearance since 2006 and mired in also-ran status behind the powers of the National League West, the San Diego Padres are going all-in in 2015. Friday was another day of frantic dealing for Padres general manager A.J. Preller, capping off a week of bold moves. On Friday Preller landed outfielder Justin Upton in a … [Read more...]