Peter Chiarelli taking over Edmonton hockey ops, Oilers hit jackpot again Getting talented hockey people to come to Edmonton has always been a challenge. The Oilers have to overpay or overpromise, and then that individual would have to overcome his apprehensions over geography and the direction of the franchise (which has been in a downward death sprial, lately). Funny how winning the … [Read more...]
How bad are Corey Crawford’s playoff problems? (Trending Topics)
How bad are Corey Crawford's playoff problems? (Trending Topics) On Sunday, Corey Crawford had the ignominious job of sitting there with a cap on and maybe sometimes opening the door for his teammates, while a relative unknown got the start and the win for Chicago to push the team to a 2-1 series lead over Nashville. Then he had it again Tuesday. Then last night as well. Not an ideal turn of … [Read more...]
Daily Fantasy Baseball 2015: Best DraftKings MLB Pitcher Picks for April 24 – Bleacher Report
Daily Fantasy Baseball 2015: Best DraftKings MLB Pitcher Picks for April 24 - Bleacher Report Ted S. Warren/Associated Press A loaded list of probable pitchers on Friday will make for some tough decisions when it comes to your daily fantasy baseball lineup. The two starting pitcher spots can make or break your team, so you have to make sure to get the right players on the right night. However, … [Read more...]
Champions League and Europa League semi-final draws announced, setting up exciting prospects
Champions League and Europa League semi-final draws announced, setting up exciting prospects The draws for the semi-finals of the UEFA Champions League and Europa League have been announced, setting up some mouthwatering prospects. The possibility of an el Clasico final between Barcelona and Real Madrid is on the cards in the Champions … Continue reading → The draws for the semi-finals of … [Read more...]
‘We’ve never seen anything like this’: Dan Wetzel on the Aaron Hernandez trial
'We've never seen anything like this': Dan Wetzel on the Aaron Hernandez trial Grandstanding: A Yahoo Sports podcastSubscribe via iTunes & Leave A Review "We've never seen anything like this," says Yahoo national columnist Dan Wetzel of the recently-concluded Aaron Hernandez trial, and he's right: a football star just months removed from catching a Super Bowl touchdown pass, just weeks away … [Read more...]
MUST-SEE: Bartolo Colon picks off A.J. Pierzynski, runs him down – CBSSports.com
MUST-SEE: Bartolo Colon picks off A.J. Pierzynski, runs him down - CBSSports.com Mets pitcher Bartolo Colon, much like his team, is off to a great start this season. This doesn't just apply to his pitching performance, but also to his entertainment factor. There's always the adventure with him batting, but how about this beauty? That would be Colon catching Braves catcher A.J. Pierzynski and then … [Read more...]
LeBron lauds Love for his 'unbelievable series'
LeBron lauds Love for his 'unbelievable series' Dave McMenamin, ESPN.com Close Cavs and NBA writer for ESPN.com Covered the Lakers and NBA for ESPNLosAngeles.com from 2009-14 and the NBA for NBA.com from 2005-09 Syracuse University graduate 0 Shares Print BOSTON -- LeBron James marched down the court holding up three fingers on each of his hands in celebration and Kevin … [Read more...]
Philadelphia Eagles 2015 Draft Preview – AthlonSports.com
Philadelphia Eagles 2015 Draft Preview - AthlonSports.com (SportsNetwork.com) - Chip Kelly seems to be collecting quarterbacks but the apple of his eye isn't in Philadelphia, at least not yet.When using a traditional NFL mindset it seems less than likely that Kelly has the ammunition to get up from No. 20 overall to reunite with quarterback Marcus Mariota, who Kelly recruited to the University of … [Read more...]
UCL: Bayern v Barca, Real v Juve
UCL: Bayern v Barca, Real v Juve Tune in to ESPNFC.com all day for more news and analysis on the UEFA Champions League semifinals. Bayern Munich coach Pep Guardiola will face off against his old club Barcelona in the semifinals of the Champions League, while reigning holders Real Madrid were drawn against Italian giants Juventus. Who will go through? Guardiola won two European Cups and 14 … [Read more...]
Ray of light: Rene Rivera lifts Tampa Bay in the bottom of the ninth
Ray of light: Rene Rivera lifts Tampa Bay in the bottom of the ninth Take a look around the league with Big League Stew's daily wrap up. We'll hit on all of the biggest moments from the day that you may have missed, while providing highlights, photos and interesting stats. The pitching may have been the story throughout most of the game, but Tampa Bay Rays catcher Rene Rivera turned in the … [Read more...]