Adam Silver has contacted other commissioners about legal sports gambling In the nearly one year since he officially took over as NBA commissioner for David Stern, Adam Silver has established himself as distinctive from his predecessor in several key areas. The most obvious has been with regards to sports gambling, where Silver has essentially reversed Stern's thinking entirely. The NBA and … [Read more...]
Gregg Popovich explains why he acts like that during in-game interviews
Gregg Popovich explains why he acts like that during in-game interviews Over the years, San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich has become legendary not only for the tactical and player-development brilliance that have made him a five-time NBA champion and a three-time Coach of the Year, but also for his utter disdain for the in-game interviews to which he's subjected between quarters of … [Read more...]
Report: James Shields decision to come by end of the week
Report: James Shields decision to come by end of the week With spring training fast approaching, it appears the last big-name free agent left on the market is nearing a decision. Right-hander James Shields is reportedly weighing multiple offers and will sign somewhere by the end of the week according to Jon Morosi of Fox Sports. Where exactly he might land and how much he'll get is still … [Read more...]
Madison Bumgarner downs a beer with Khal Drogo of ‘Game of Thrones’
Madison Bumgarner downs a beer with Khal Drogo of 'Game of Thrones' What a wild few months it's been for Madison Bumgarner — World Series hero, Sportsman of the Year, sloppiest beer drinker around. Add one more memorable moment to the list: MadBum is now the dude who downs beers with Khal Drogo from 'Game of Thrones." (He managed not to spill this time). Check out this picture, which was … [Read more...]
Around the League: Players To Avoid: AL West
Around the League: Players To Avoid: AL West Tuesday, February 03, 2015 Earlier this offseason, we identified a group of fantasy risers from each division -- players whose fantasy stock is heading upward with the arrival of the 2015 season. Check out the NL East, NL Central, NL West, AL East, AL Central, and AL West at those bolded links. Then we turned our attention to players on the opposite … [Read more...]
Josh Hamilton needs shoulder surgery, doubtful for opening day
Josh Hamilton needs shoulder surgery, doubtful for opening day As recently as 10 days ago, Los Angeles Angels outfielder Josh Hamilton was talking in interviews (like the one above) about "rebounding" in 2015 — not so fast there, Josh. The Angels announced Tuesday that Hamilton will even start 2015 on a disappointing note. He needs surgery to fix the AC joint in his right shoulder, the club … [Read more...]
Report: Teams still trying to pry Cole Hamels away from Phillies
Report: Teams still trying to pry Cole Hamels away from Phillies For the last couple years, the trade practices of the Philadelphia Phillies have seemed comparable to that guy in your fantasy baseball league who says he's interested in making a deal — who should be making a deal — but just rejects every proposal. The allure of ace Cole Hamels is so great that other MLB teams keep knocking on … [Read more...]
Yasiel Puig is getting trolled hard by a 10-year-old Cardinals fan
Yasiel Puig is getting trolled hard by a 10-year-old Cardinals fan Yasiel Puig sees the St. Louis Cardinals as his team's chief rival, which The Stew told you about the other day. The Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder has been knocked out of the playoffs in both of his MLB seasons by the Cards, so it makes sense he'd think that. Puig admitted that he "dreams" about the Cardinals. But there's … [Read more...]
Watch rare footage of the Cubs playing at Wrigley Field in 1938
Watch rare footage of the Cubs playing at Wrigley Field in 1938 Wrigley Field started a much-anticipated renovation after the 2014 season, which plans to give the home of the Chicago Cubs more modern amenities. If they can get it done in time for opening day, that is. Let's forget about the future for a second, though, and venture into the past. This gem of a video, unearthed by Chicago … [Read more...]
Russell Westbrook demands that you high-five him, Jeremy Lamb
Russell Westbrook demands that you high-five him, Jeremy Lamb Hey, Jeremy Lamb? I know you're pretty excited about the Oklahoma City Thunder taking an 18-point lead over the Orlando Magic on Monday night, and that you've probably got a lot of thoughts going through your mind. But don't you dare leave Russell Westbrook hanging, man. [Follow Dunks Don't Lie on Tumblr: The best slams from all … [Read more...]