A look at Mario Cuomo's once promising baseball career On Thursday, former three-term Governor of New York and political icon Mario Cuomo died at the age of 82. As the New York Post wrote it, during his time in office, Cuomo stepped to the forefront of politics in America with a commanding and compelling public presence. At the 1984 Democratic National Convention, Cuomo had a signature … [Read more...]
Little League quiet amid calls for Jackie Robinson West investigation
Little League quiet amid calls for Jackie Robinson West investigation Another of Jackie Robinson West's rival teams is calling for an investigation into cheating allegations against the Little League World Series' U.S. champs — but it still doesn't sound like Little League International is going to budge. In the latest story to come out of Chicago, an official from a neighboring league is … [Read more...]
A frustrated DeMarcus Cousins took an entire 4th quarter possession off (Video)
A frustrated DeMarcus Cousins took an entire 4th quarter possession off (Video) The year 2015 is ringing in the same way 2014 rang out. We’re laughing at the Sacramento Kings from afar. The Kings actually won on Thursday night, downing the Minnesota Timberwolves by a 110-107 score in what was a borderline-incredible win considering the circumstances. The team had lost in Boston the day … [Read more...]
5-on-5: Who will make big leaps in 2015?
5-on-5: Who will make big leaps in 2015? ');ad_counter++}; Updated: January 2, 2015, 1:15 PM ET ESPN.com This entry passed through the Full-Text RSS service - if this is your content and you're reading it on someone else's site, please read the FAQ at fivefilters.org/content-only/faq.php#publishers. … [Read more...]
The Daily Dose: Dose: LeBron Down & Out
The Daily Dose: Dose: LeBron Down & Out Friday, January 02, 2015 I was at Buffalo Wild Wings watching the Buffalo Wild Wings Citrus Bowl when my wife asked, “did you hear about LeBron?” I looked up at the television above my head and saw the breaking news – LeBron James will miss two weeks due to a left knee injury and a back strain. There was once a time when you could draft a fantasy … [Read more...]
Ohio State DE Steve Miller predicted his Sugar Bowl interception
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Cactus Bowl: Washington’s defense tries to quiet Oklahoma State’s offense
Cactus Bowl: Washington's defense tries to quiet Oklahoma State's offense Cactus Bowl Washington (8-5) vs. Oklahoma State (6-6) Tempe, Ariz. Jan. 2, 2015 It would be easy for Oklahoma State to just be happy to be in a bowl. The Cowboys needed a miracle play at the end of their last game — against rival Oklahoma — to earn their sixth win and a bowl berth. Otherwise, the Cowboys would have … [Read more...]
Jose Mourinho’s Mind Games Backfire As Chelsea’s 8-Point Lead Is Erased
Jose Mourinho’s Mind Games Backfire As Chelsea’s 8-Point Lead Is Erased Imparting a culture of victimization in his players is an old Jose Mourinho trick. An equally old trick of The Special One is to use the media to his advantage planting statements that give his side in an edge in … Continue reading → Imparting a culture of victimization in his players is an old Jose Mourinho … [Read more...]
NFL Draft Watch: Top 3 needs for every non-playoff team
NFL Draft Watch: Top 3 needs for every non-playoff team The new year brings hope and promise for change in 2015. For the teams not in the postseason — and the ones not currently searching for head coaches and general managers — draft preparation is heating up, with teams identifying their primary needs and the players who might fill those voids. [Join FanDuel's $1.75M Wild Card fantasy … [Read more...]
College Football Championship 2015: Schedule and Predictions for Playoff Games – Bleacher Report
College Football Championship 2015: Schedule and Predictions for Playoff Games - Bleacher Report Scott Cunningham/Getty Images The moment college football fans have been waiting years to see has finally arrived. The New Year brings with it the semifinals of the inaugural College Football Playoff, featuring the top four teams in the country looking to leave their historic mark on the sport. … [Read more...]