Mark Emmert: Freshmen ineligibility 'has all kinds of problems' NCAA president Mark Emmert spoke with reporters Thursday at an Associated Press Sports Editors meeting in New York City and touched on some of the issues facing collegiate athletics. Emmert discussed the Big Ten’s recent proposal for freshmen ineligibility in football and men’s basketball, saying the NCAA has been “heavily … [Read more...]
Eagles VP of player personnel explains why they signed Tim Tebow
Eagles VP of player personnel explains why they signed Tim Tebow No, Tim Tebow isn't going to be something other than a quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles. There's no unforseen plot from Eagles coach Chip Kelly to use him in crazy ways. Tebow might eventually be a two-point conversion specialist. But those aren't the reasons the Eagles signed him. The Eagles say they simply see a much … [Read more...]
Marc Leishman returns after wife’s health scare
Marc Leishman returns after wife's health scare Marc Leishman returned to the PGA Tour on Thursday, shooting 2-over 74 in the first round of Zurich Classic of New Orleans. However, the Australian came back with a new perspective, relieved his wife will survive a major health scare. Leishman withdrew from the Masters two weeks ago, citing his wife Audrey's condition. The severity of the … [Read more...]
Hunter-Reay hoping for another pick-me-up at Alabama track (The Associated Press)
Hunter-Reay hoping for another pick-me-up at Alabama track (The Associated Press) If ever there was a track where Ryan Hunter-Reay can count on a pick-me-up, it's Barber Motorsports Park. The two-time defending race champion returns to Alabama this weekend for Sunday's Indy Grand Prix of Alabama after a rough start to the season that included a disappointing performance in Long Beach and a … [Read more...]
Roach’s dream: A master plan for Pacquiao to beat Mayweather (The Associated Press)
Roach's dream: A master plan for Pacquiao to beat Mayweather (The Associated Press) Freddie Roach's hip is killing him, and his sternum feels like somebody dropped an anvil on his chest. His assistants could be in the Wild Card gym's ring with Manny Pacquiao, absorbing the punishment that's inevitable when you work the mitts with an eight-division champion preparing for the biggest fight of … [Read more...]
Bayern Munich eager to renew Pep Guardiola’s contract past June 2016
Bayern Munich eager to renew Pep Guardiola’s contract past June 2016 Bayern Munich president Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has confirmed his club is eager to begin negotiations with Pep Guardiola in order to renew the coach’s contract past June 2016. The English press have made Guardiola the likeliest candidate to replace Manchester City manager … Continue reading → Bayern Munich president … [Read more...]
Waiver Wired: Waiver Wire: Bueno Valbuena
Waiver Wired: Waiver Wire: Bueno Valbuena Editor's Note: Play one-day fantasy baseball for cash! FanDuel is hosting a $75,000 league for Thursday's MLB games. It's just $2 to join and first prize wins $7,000. Starts tonight at 7:05pm ET. Enter now! Have specific questions about your roster? Ask @djshort on Twitter.MIXED LEAGUESAdam Eaton OF, White Sox (Yahoo: 46 percent owned)I had big … [Read more...]
Kansas City Royals Chicago White Sox Free Pick and Betting Odds
Kansas City Royals Chicago White Sox Free Pick and Betting Odds. The 11-4 Kansas City Royals and the 6-8 Chicago White Sox play the opener of a 4 game set tomorrow night at U.S Cellular Field April 23, 2015, first pitch is scheduled for 8:10PM EST. Wagering Odds Moneyline: Chicago -147 O/U Total: 7 Pitching Match-up YORDANO VENTURA (R) ERA: 4.80 W/L: 2-1 CHRIS SALE (L) ERA: 2.25 W/L: … [Read more...]
Pitt reportedly hiring Utah State AD Scott Barnes
Pitt reportedly hiring Utah State AD Scott Barnes Pitt has found its new athletic director. According to ESPN, the school is planning to hire Utah State athletic director Scott Barnes. Barnes has been with Utah State since 2008 and the football team has made a drastic turnaround under his watch. After Gary Anderen was hired in 2009, the team has gone 45-33. Four seasons were with Andersen … [Read more...]
ACC stands with SEC about satellite camp regulations
ACC stands with SEC about satellite camp regulations Just like the SEC, the ACC supports a ban on satellite camps. However, if there isn't a universal rule banning FBS coaches from participating in the camps, ACC commissioner John Swofford said his conference could reconsider its stance if there's no rule. From ESPN: "Right now we intend to keep our conference agreement [with the SEC] as is … [Read more...]