Bob Bowlsby says he's not 'sensing' a conference title game for the Big 12 Oh, what a difference a couple months make. In March, Big 12 commissioner Bob Bowlsby said he thought his membership would be in favor of a conference title game and reiterated last week that his league had to do something about being left out of the inaugural College Football Playoff. However, after meeting with the … [Read more...]
You can now bet on who you think Tiger Woods will date next
You can now bet on who you think Tiger Woods will date next Well, that didn't take long. Irish bookie Paddy Power, known overseas for their cheeky betting lines, is now taking wagers from its customers on the identity of Tiger Woods' next girlfriend. Woods and champion skier Lindsey Vonn somewhat concurrently announced on Sunday that they're no longer together after almost three years of … [Read more...]
Grizzlies PG Conley back in lineup for Game 2
Grizzlies PG Conley back in lineup for Game 2 Michael Wallace, ESPN.com Close ESPN.com NBA reporter Blogs regularly on the Miami Heat 14 years covering the ACC, SEC, NFL and NBA 0 Shares Print OAKLAND, Calif. -- Memphis Grizzlies point guard Mike Conley will return to action a week after facial surgery and start in Tuesday's playoff game against the Golden State Warriors. "I'm … [Read more...]
Barcelona vs. Bayern Munich; predicted lineups and team news
Barcelona vs. Bayern Munich; predicted lineups and team news Barcelona will be aiming to avenge the 7-0 aggregate loss they suffered against Bayern Munich in the 2012/13 Champions League season when both sides clash in this year’s semi-final. The first leg of the encounter, at the Camp Nou on … Continue reading → Barcelona will be aiming to avenge the 7-0 aggregate loss they suffered … [Read more...]
Grizzlies' Conley expected to play in Game 2
Grizzlies' Conley expected to play in Game 2 Michael Wallace, ESPN.com Close ESPN.com NBA reporter Blogs regularly on the Miami Heat 14 years covering the ACC, SEC, NFL and NBA 0 Shares Print OAKLAND, Calif. -- Memphis Grizzlies point guard Mike Conley is expected to return to action a week after facial surgery and start in Tuesday's playoff game against the Golden State … [Read more...]
QB Shane Carden brings accuracy, 'fiery attitude' to Bears – Chicago Tribune
QB Shane Carden brings accuracy, 'fiery attitude' to Bears - Chicago Tribune In an NFL draft that lacked a flawless quarterback prospect, only seven were selected, the fewest chosen in 50 years. Jameis Winston and Marcus Mariota went 1-2 and then only five more quarterbacks had their name called in the next 254 picks. Bears general manager Ryan Pace said in an ideal world he would like … [Read more...]
About face: No title game, Big 12 commish says
About face: No title game, Big 12 commish says PHOENIX -- In almost a complete reversal from last week, Big 12 commissioner Bob Bowlsby said Tuesday his league has little interest in adding a conference championship game. The conference had been the only one among the Power 5 left out of the first College Football Playoff. It is also the only major conference that does not play a conference … [Read more...]
Day: Without Woods, I probably wouldn’t be playing golf
Day: Without Woods, I probably wouldn't be playing golf Without Tiger Woods, there wouldn't be a Jason Day -- at least one that plays pro golf. Day, who played a practice round with Woods on Tuesday at The Players Championship, credits the 14-time major winner with inspiring him to pick up a golf club. “Without him, I probably wouldn’t be playing golf," Day said afterward, according to … [Read more...]
Fantasy Roundtable: Roundtable: Closer Talk
Fantasy Roundtable: Roundtable: Closer Talk Tuesday, May 05, 2015 This is the weekly Fantasy Roundtable, where the writers of Rotoworld Baseball let the readers of Rotoworld Baseball in on a quick staff discussion. It's water cooler talk ... that we've decided to publish. Look for it every Tuesday. Drew Silva: It's a month into the 2015 season and I want to talk about closers. Andrew Miller, … [Read more...]
Nationals players bring their dogs to the field for Pet Day photo shoot
Nationals players bring their dogs to the field for Pet Day photo shoot On August 27, the Washington Nationals are set to celebrate Pet Day at the ballpark. While fans won't be allowed to bring their pets to the park for the contest, fans who purchase a ticket to the game will receive a team pet calendar. The club held the photo shoot for the calendar Tuesday, and it produced some pretty … [Read more...]