Wrong direction: 76ers, Wolves have to restart Updated: December 3, 2014, 8:45 PM ET Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS -- The Philadelphia 76ers and Minnesota Timberwolves were literally going in the wrong direction. The game between the two struggling teams had to be restarted 16 seconds in after officials figured out that both teams were lined up and shooting at the wrong ends of the floor. … [Read more...]
Braves get Markakis; bigger move imminent?
Braves get Markakis; bigger move imminent? Nick Markakis is set to join the Braves on a four-year contract. (USATSI) An interesting offseason got a little more interesting for the Braves on Wednesday. A few weeks after trading Jason Heyward to the Cardinals, Atlanta's new president of baseball operations John Hart signed long-time Oriole Nick Markakis to take over in right field. Markakis is … [Read more...]
What did Billy Butler give Josh Reddick for his number? A winch
What did Billy Butler give Josh Reddick for his number? A winch The going rate for a jersey number in MLB fluctuates. When a player joins a team and wants the number he's worn in the past, he'll have to make a deal with the player who currently wears it. There's not a solid dollar figure attached in these cases. The cost is usually a gift — though something more lavish than your standard … [Read more...]
Lauren Hill begins hospice care as symptoms worsen
Lauren Hill begins hospice care as symptoms worsen As the inoperable tumor in her brain continues to grow, Mount St. Joseph basketball player Lauren Hill is experiencing more severe symptoms. Her headaches and nausea are flaring up more frequently. She's having a tougher time sleeping through the night. And her balance issues are becoming more pronounced. To cope with those issues, Hill has … [Read more...]
2014 Driver Reviews: No. 31 Cole Whitt
2014 Driver Reviews: No. 31 Cole Whitt 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: Cole Whitt NASCAR Experience: A full season in the … [Read more...]
Jared Cook talks ‘don’t shoot’ gesture, black officers group commends Rams
Jared Cook talks 'don't shoot' gesture, black officers group commends Rams St. Louis Rams tight end Jared Cook said Wednesday there will probably be no more of the hands up "don't shoot" gestures for the Rams players. They did it last Sunday, and their point was made. And the gesture touched off quite a controversy. The five players – Cook, receivers Kenny Britt, Stedman Bailey, Chris … [Read more...]
Adam Jones not too happy about Nick Markakis leaving Orioles
Adam Jones not too happy about Nick Markakis leaving Orioles Nelson Cruz is gone, signing with the Seattle Mariners as a free agent. And now, another big piece of the Baltimore Orioles' ALCS team is leaving, as Nick Markakis agreed to a four-year contract Wednesday with the Atlanta Braves. As Yahoo Sports' Jeff Passan wrote when breaking the news, Markakis seemed like a sure thing to re-sign … [Read more...]
College Football Picks: Week 15 Predictions for Every Game – Bleacher Report
College Football Picks: Week 15 Predictions for Every Game - Bleacher Report STEVE DYKES/Associated Press We've reached the end of the 2014 regular season in college football, with a very small slate of games on the schedule. But what the slate lacks in quantity it more than makes up for in quality, with seven conference championships and two other games that figure to have a major impact on … [Read more...]
NFL Picks Week 14: Patriots rebound at San Diego; Eagles squeak by Seahawks – NOLA.com
NFL Picks Week 14: Patriots rebound at San Diego; Eagles squeak by Seahawks - NOLA.com Yes, I get it. So what? Well, that's going a bit too far - NFL picks by pumpkin pie and turkey stuffing are not superior to mine. At least my picks are better than Rex Ryan's coaching. (And I have a much better chance at keeping my job. ... I think.) C'mon though, you had to appreciate how I built in the excuse … [Read more...]
2014 Driver Reviews: No. 33 Michael Annett
2014 Driver Reviews: No. 33 Michael Annett 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: Michael Annett NASCAR Experience: One full … [Read more...]