Serena opens against Giorgi in Italy-US Fed Cup playoff (Yahoo Sports) BRINDISI, Italy (AP) -- Top-ranked Serena Williams will open against No. 36 Camila Giorgi on Saturday when the United States meets Italy in the Fed Cup playoffs. … [Read more...]
Ukrainian fighting in and out of the ring (The Associated Press)
Ukrainian fighting in and out of the ring (The Associated Press) Ukrainian boxer Oleksandr Usyk is a man fighting both inside and outside the ring. Usyk is the reigning Olympic heavyweight gold medalist and is now trying to challenge for top pro titles, but his career has become tangled up in Ukraine's political turmoil. Since turning pro in 2013, Usyk has won all his six fights by … [Read more...]
NHL Three Stars: Perry, Mrazek among Game 1 heroes
NHL Three Stars: Perry, Mrazek among Game 1 heroes No. 1 Star: Corey Perry, Anaheim Ducks Perry had two goals and two assists in the Ducks’ 4-2 Game 1 victory over the Winnipeg Jets. That included two third-period goals, one of which needed a video review for confirmation. He also assisted on goals by Sami Vatanen and Ryan Getzlaf. No. 2 Star: Petr Mrazek, Detroit Red Wings The Red Wings … [Read more...]
L.A. Angels vs. Houston Astros Prediction and Betting Pick
L.A. Angels vs. Houston Astros Prediction and Betting Pick. The 4-5 Houston Astros play host to the 4-5 L.A. Angels in an AL West match up in this 1st of a 3 game series at Minute Maid Park on April 17, 2015. First pitch is at 8:10 PM EST. Wagering Odds Moneyline: Angels -125 / Astros +105 O/U Total: 9 runs Pitching Match Up Los Angeles: Jared Weaver (0-2, 8.71 ERA) Houston: … [Read more...]
Daily Fantasy Hockey 2015: NHL DraftKings Ideal Lineup Picks for April 17 – Bleacher Report
Daily Fantasy Hockey 2015: NHL DraftKings Ideal Lineup Picks for April 17 - Bleacher Report Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports After an exciting opening night of playoff hockey on Wednesday, the NHL followed up with a number of thrilling contests on Thursday. Friday's action will feature Game 2 for each of the series that started on Wednesday, and it will be the last game before teams switch … [Read more...]
Berdych, Monfils reach Monte Carlo Masters semifinals (Yahoo Sports)
Berdych, Monfils reach Monte Carlo Masters semifinals (Yahoo Sports) Tomas Berdych advanced to the semifinals of the Monte Carlo Masters for the third time Friday after Milos Raonic retired with a foot injury. Berdych, who lost to Rafael Nadal in the semifinals in 2007 and was stopped by Novak Djokov three years ago, will next face 14th-seeded Gael Monfils of France. Monfils followed up … [Read more...]
Baseball Daily Dose: Daily Dose: It's Bryant Time
Baseball Daily Dose: Daily Dose: It's Bryant Time Friday, April 17, 2015 The world didn't have to wait long for Kris Bryant's arrival. Follow @Rotoworld_BB and @Nate_Grimm on Twitter. Less than two weeks after the start of the regular season, Bryant will be recalled by the Cubs Friday, ESPN Chicago's Jesse Rogers reports. By waiting until April 17, the Cubs were able to delay the start … [Read more...]
Carrick, Rojo, Jones and Blind ruled out
Carrick, Rojo, Jones and Blind ruled out ESPN FC's Shaka Hislop asks whether Manchester United can reignite the title race when they head to Chelsea on Saturday. ESPN FC's Shaka Hislop asks whether Manchester United can reignite the title race when they head to Chelsea on Saturday. ESPN FC's Shaka Hislop asks whether Manchester United can reignite the title race when they head to Chelsea on … [Read more...]
Kennys Vargas wins vaunted Vargas on Vargas matchup with home run
Kennys Vargas wins vaunted Vargas on Vargas matchup with home run The Kris Bryant call up, Alex Rodriguez's return and the Cole Hamels trade market are three story lines that have scintillated fans early this season. But dedicated fans have had their eye on one major matchup that seems to have gone under the radar. That's right, we're talking about the vaunted Kennys Vargas on Jason Vargas … [Read more...]
Ryan Newman’s points penalty reduced to 50 on appeal
Ryan Newman's points penalty reduced to 50 on appeal Richard Childress Racing's appeal of penalties to Ryan Newman's No. 31 team at California netted the team a reduction in punishment. NASCAR initially penalized the No. 31 team 75 points for manipulating tires during the March 22 race. Newman's team was found to have drilled holes in the car's tires. The slow loss of air via the holes … [Read more...]