Paul George's long-awaited return on hold Updated: March 23, 2015, 8:30 PM ET ESPN.com news services INDIANAPOLIS -- Paul George's long-awaited return is still on hold.The Pacers' two-time All-Star told reporters Monday that although he's eager to clear the final hurdle in his 7½-month recovery from a broken right leg by returning to game action, he's not going to push himself to … [Read more...]
Durham Bulls unveil ‘Game of Thrones’ theme jerseys and they’re fantastic
Durham Bulls unveil 'Game of Thrones' theme jerseys and they're fantastic Another week, another Minor League Baseball theme jersey mined from pop culture, right? Well, not exactly. The Durham Bulls — yes, those Durham Bulls — set out to create something that stood out from the "run-of-the-mill" theme jerseys that are common this time of year. The result: Their "Game of Thrones" jersey, … [Read more...]
Brandon Phillips hates on-base percentage, and doesn’t care if you agree
Brandon Phillips hates on-base percentage, and doesn't care if you agree Cincinnati Reds infielder Brandon Phillips isn't shy about voicing his opinion. Whether he's chewing out a local reporter, or calling his six-year, $72.5 million contract a "slap in the face," Phillips is sure to let people know how he feels. Well, Phillips was at it again Monday, telling USA Today's Bob Nightengale … [Read more...]
Ray Fittipaldo's Steelers chat transcript: 3.23.15 – Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Ray Fittipaldo's Steelers chat transcript: 3.23.15 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Ray Fittipaldo's Steelers chat transcript: 3.23.15 March 23, 2015 2:45 PM Peter Diana/Post-GazetteJames Harrison pressures Raven quarterback Joe Flacco in the first half of a game in November at Heinz Field. Share with … [Read more...]
Son of Swami's boys quarterfinals picks – Detroit Free Press
Son of Swami's boys quarterfinals picks - Detroit Free Press Before we turn to the final week of the boys basketball season, the Son of Swami has a question: Has the Calumet girls team arrived home yet? Actually, SOS learned that when Calumet’s team bus reached God’s side of The Mackinac Bridge Sunday, there were people waiting. The St. Ignace girls team was there and escorted the Copper … [Read more...]
Broncos RB C.J. Anderson surprises grandmother with new car (Video)
Broncos RB C.J. Anderson surprises grandmother with new car (Video) Denver Broncos running back C.J. Anderson put part of his recently received playing-time bonus to good use. Anderson, who broke out with 849 yards rushing last season, decided to surprise his grandmother with a brand new Honda CRV EX outside of her home in Vallejo, Calif. Lucky for us, the moment was caught on film. Grandma … [Read more...]
FSU trustees approve $79.5 million in stadium upgrades
FSU trustees approve $79.5 million in stadium upgrades Florida State’s Doak Campbell Stadium is in line for a makeover. Repairs and maintenance to the tune of $6 million began on the stadium after the 2014 stadium, but something bigger is coming down the line. According to the Tallahassee Democrat, Florida State’s Board of Trustees approved “issuing up to $85 million in bonds to pay for an … [Read more...]
Red Sox hold spring training relay race to determine who rides the bus
Red Sox hold spring training relay race to determine who rides the bus Your browser does not support iframes. Spring training can sometimes drag along, even for the players. In order to spice things up, teams will resort to fun games or bonding activities in order to keep things fresh. The Boston Red Sox were the latest club to do this, holding a team relay race Sunday. The race had high … [Read more...]
South African judge convicts retired tennis champion of rape (Yahoo Sports)
South African judge convicts retired tennis champion of rape (Yahoo Sports) A judge in South Africa on Monday convicted Bob Hewitt, a former Grand Slam tennis champion, of raping and sexually assaulting three girls whom he had been coaching. A sentencing hearing was scheduled in a Pretoria court for April 17. Until then he must mostly remain in South Africa's Eastern Cape province, where … [Read more...]
Cycling-Road-Volta a Catalunya stage 1 results (Reuters)
Cycling-Road-Volta a Catalunya stage 1 results (Reuters) March 23 (Infostrada Sports) - Results from Volta a Catalunya (Calella - Calella, 185.2 km) on Monday 1. Maciej Paterski (Poland / CCC) 4:33:41" 2. Pierre Rolland (France / Europcar) ST 3. Bart De Clercq (Belgium / Lotto) +2" 4. Tosh Van der Sande (Belgium / Lotto) +2:40" 5. Julian Alaphilippe (France / Etixx - Quick-Step) 6. Paolo … [Read more...]