NHL Three Stars: Kesler advances Ducks; Tarasenko dazzles Wild No. 1. Star: Ryan Kesler, Anaheim Ducks His two third period goals pushed Anaheim past the Winnipeg Jets and into the second round of the playoffs in a 5-2 win. Kesler notched three goals in this series, all on the road, proving his worth as an offseason acquisition for Anaheim from the Vancouver Canucks. He was also a plus-3 and … [Read more...]
G Miller starting must-win Game 5 for Canucks
G Miller starting must-win Game 5 for Canucks Ryan Miller will be in net as the Canucks look to stave off elimination in Game 5. (USATSI) The Vancouver Canucks' net once again belongs to Ryan Miller, at least for tonight. The veteran acquired as a free agent last summer has been tabbed as the starting goaltender for Game 5 as the Canucks look to stave off elimination on home ice. Vancouver trails … [Read more...]
Pacquiao’s hand speed will earn win, says Roach (Reuters)
Pacquiao's hand speed will earn win, says Roach (Reuters) By Mark Lamport-Stokes LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Superior hand speed will give Manny Pacquiao a decisive edge over American Floyd Mayweather in their heavily anticipated megafight in Las Vegas next week, says the Filipino southpaw's trainer Freddie Roach. Mayweather will go into the May 2 welterweight showdown as the favorite in his … [Read more...]
Rose Bowl won’t bid to host 2020 national championship game
Rose Bowl won't bid to host 2020 national championship game The Rose Bowl won’t put itself in the running to host the 2020 College Football Playoff title game. According to the Los Angeles Times, the Tournament of Roses executive board looked at the “feasibility” of hosting the game, but ultimately decided against it. “We would love to host a national championship game here,” Rose Bowl … [Read more...]
Boxing-Pacquiao’s hand speed will earn win, says Roach (Reuters)
Boxing-Pacquiao's hand speed will earn win, says Roach (Reuters) By Mark Lamport-Stokes LOS ANGELES, April 23 (Reuters) - Superior hand speed will give Manny Pacquiao a decisive edge over American Floyd Mayweather in their heavily anticipated megafight in Las Vegas next week, says the Filipino southpaw's trainer Freddie Roach. Mayweather will go into the May 2 welterweight showdown as the … [Read more...]
Nicklaus: Tiger Woods told me he’s in for the Memorial
Nicklaus: Tiger Woods told me he's in for the Memorial Your browser does not support iframes. Tiger Woods hasn't said yet publicly when he'll play again, noting after the Masters that he would take some further time away from the PGA Tour following a two-month stint to again find his game. However, according to six-time Masters champion Jack Nicklaus, the former world No. 1 told him at … [Read more...]
Bulls expect Hinrich (knee) to return for Game 3
Bulls expect Hinrich (knee) to return for Game 3 Nick Friedell, Chicago Bulls beat reporter Close Nick Friedell is the Chicago Bulls beat reporter for ESPN Chicago. Friedell is a graduate of the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University and joined ESPNChicago.com for its launch in April 2009. 0 Shares Print MILWAUKEE -- Chicago Bulls point guard Kirk … [Read more...]
Chicago Bulls Milwaukee Bucks Free Pick and Betting Odds Game 3
Chicago Bulls Milwaukee Bucks Free Pick and Betting Odds. The 41-41 Milwaukee Bucks are set to host the 50-32 Chicago Bulls in game 3 of this 7 series at the Bradley Center, April 23, 2015, tip-off time is scheduled for 8:00PM EST. Wagering Odds Point Spread: Bulls -2.5 O/U Total: 186 The Bulls have taken a commanding 2-0 lead in the opening round 7 game series after beating the Bucks … [Read more...]
Louisville lands the most coveted transfer on the market
Louisville lands the most coveted transfer on the market The most prized graduate transfer on the market will join a program that desperately needs a scorer of his caliber. Former Drexel wing Damion Lee announced Thursday that he has committed to Louisville, providing a jolt of offense to a Cardinals team trying to overcome the loss of 82 percent of its scoring from this past season's 27-win … [Read more...]
Islanders activate Grabovski off injured reserve
Islanders activate Grabovski off injured reserve Mikhail Grabovski will be available for Game 5 after getting activated off IR. (USATSI) The New York Islanders could have a welcome addition to the lineup when they look to regain the series lead against the Washington Capitals in Game 5 on Thursday. Forward Mikhail Grabovski was activated off of injured reserve after missing 28 games with a … [Read more...]