Blue Jays release former All-Star pitcher Ricky Romero When Ricky Romero was named to the All-Star game in 2011 it appeared it was just the start of a long and prosperous career with the Toronto Blue Jays. Then he suddenly lost the ability to pitch effectively at the major league level and now his career in Toronto is over. The Blue Jays released Romero on Saturday, less than four years … [Read more...]
Football recruit picks Florida in video, Syracuse at news conference – SportingNews.com
Football recruit picks Florida in video, Syracuse at news conference - SportingNews.com Plenty of recruits flip their commitments before signing a letter of intent. But flipping before even announcing a decision could be a first. Thanks to a pre-recorded interview and a change of heart, Robert Washington has done it. Saturday, the four-star running back from Mount Holly, N.C., committed to … [Read more...]
Several Kentucky Derby hopefuls get workouts in before rain (The Associated Press)
Several Kentucky Derby hopefuls get workouts in before rain (The Associated Press) One week ahead of the Kentucky Derby, several horses completed their workouts at Churchill Downs before the rain came down. The threat of severe weather across the state hastened things Saturday morning for Derby hopefuls such as International Star, Keen Ice and Tencendur, whose workouts at Churchill Downs … [Read more...]
Dwight Howard joins LeBron James in hitting full-court practice shots (Video)
Dwight Howard joins LeBron James in hitting full-court practice shots (Video) Not content with letting LeBron James act as the king of practice heaves from all the way across the court, Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard decided to toss in his own 94-footer following Rox practice on Saturday. [Follow Dunks Don't Lie on Tumblr: The best slams from all of basketball] Watch: With the way … [Read more...]
Sam Kouvaris: Jaguars cagy on NFL draft picks – WJXT Jacksonville
Sam Kouvaris: Jaguars cagy on NFL draft picks - WJXT Jacksonville JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -Last year at the annual Jaguars pre-draft luncheon, Kouvaris asked General Manager Dave Caldwell if he knew who the best player in the draft was.“I do,” he responded quickly. “And if he’s there, we’ll take him.” With the third pick, Blake Bortles was available and Caldwell asked the assembled personnel staff and … [Read more...]
Horse racing-McCoy says farewell was one of his hardest days (Reuters)
Horse racing-McCoy says farewell was one of his hardest days (Reuters) By Ian Chadband LONDON, April 25 (Reuters) - A.P McCoy bade farewell in tears to one of the most incredible careers in sport and admitted that his final day in racing on Saturday, while wonderful and emotional, had been one of the hardest days of his life. The 40-year-old Northern Irishman, one of British sport's … [Read more...]
Josh Hamilton as a Ranger: The highs, lows and memorable moments
Josh Hamilton as a Ranger: The highs, lows and memorable moments The phrase "never say never" has never been more appropriate. A little more than two years after leaving the Texas Rangers and the fanbase he shared so many ups and downs with behind in free agency, troubled outfielder Josh Hamilton is reportedly headed back to Texas via a stunning trade, which follows his much publicized … [Read more...]
Nolan Arenado saves Rockies again with two defensive gems
Nolan Arenado saves Rockies again with two defensive gems If the Gold Glove at third base in the National League is Nolan Arenado's to lose, all the other candidates might as well change positions or find a new goal for the year. Arenado has done nothing but add highlight reel plays to his already impressive resume, and the work he's currently doing could easily cement him as the man to … [Read more...]
LeBron James is now hitting 94-foot shots in practice (Video)
LeBron James is now hitting 94-foot shots in practice (Video) Through three playoff games, LeBron James is averaging a fantastic 27 points, six assists and 8.7 rebounds a contest, as his Cleveland Cavaliers have taken a 3-0 series lead over the Boston Celtics. [Follow Dunks Don't Lie on Tumblr: The best slams from all of basketball] LeBron has also missed 10 of 13 three-pointers, though, and … [Read more...]
Orioles considered boycotting game due to Rogers Centre turf issues
Orioles considered boycotting game due to Rogers Centre turf issues Before the on field hostilities kicked in between the Baltimore Orioles and Toronto Blue Jays Tuesday night at Rogers Centre, it's reported the Orioles were already displeased by the ballpark's new artificial turf, which early in the season has played very soft and thick. That's led to several unusual hops and baseballs … [Read more...]