Late rally gets the Astros back to their winning ways 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. After dropping three straight games against the Texas Rangers, the Houston Astros got back to their winning ways Thursday. It wasn't … [Read more...]
Raw slopes at extreme skiing’s roots keep riders stoked (The Associated Press)
Raw slopes at extreme skiing's roots keep riders stoked (The Associated Press) On a postcard spring Saturday in New Hampshire's White Mountains, a boisterous band of pilgrims some 2,000 strong is preparing for their own brand of funky and fearless worship. Alone and in groups, they leave Pinkham Notch and trek 3.1 miles up a narrow, mud- and snow-covered trail toward Tuckerman Ravine, the … [Read more...]
Oklahoma City wins 6th-longest game in AHL history over Utica
Oklahoma City wins 6th-longest game in AHL history over Utica Hey, remember Jacob Markstrom? The goalie who couldn’t break through in Florida, was traded to Vancouver in the Roberto Luongo deal and then couldn’t break through with the Canucks, eventually getting dropped through waivers to the AHL? Well, he made 66 saves in the sixth-longest game in American Hockey League history on Thursday … [Read more...]
NHL Three Stars: Pacioretty leads Habs; Kane helps Blackhawks sweep Wild
NHL Three Stars: Pacioretty leads Habs; Kane helps Blackhawks sweep Wild No. 1 Star: Max Pacioretty, Montreal Canadiens Pacioretty helped guide the Canadiens to a 6-2 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning with a three-point night. His shorthanded goal midway through the first period helped give Montreal a 2-0 lead. He also assisted on Andrei Markov’s opening tally and Brendan Gallagher’s goal … [Read more...]
World Soccer Talk Radio (5.7.15) Tommy Smyth
World Soccer Talk Radio (5.7.15) Tommy Smyth Download the latest episode of World Soccer Talk Radio featuring an interview with ESPN and Sirius XM’s soccer analyst and commentator Tommy Smyth. Smyth joined ESPN in February 1993 as a soccer analyst for ESPN, ESPN2 and ESPN International. He … Continue reading → Download the latest episode of World Soccer Talk Radio featuring an interview with … [Read more...]
Blackhawks sweep Wild, return to West finals
Blackhawks sweep Wild, return to West finals The Chicago Blackhawks swept the Minnesota Wild. (USATSI) Every night during the Stanley Cup Playoffs, Eye On Hockey writers Adam Gretz and Chris Peters will bring you up to speed everything you need to know about all of the action around the NHL. Here's what you need to know about Blackhawks vs. Wild, Game 4. Chicago Blackhawks vs. Minnesota Wild, … [Read more...]
Baseball Daily Dose: Daily Dose: A-Rod Passes Mays
Baseball Daily Dose: Daily Dose: A-Rod Passes Mays Friday, May 08, 2015 Alex Rodriguez didn't take long to move into sole possession of fourth place on the all-time home run leaderboard. Follow @Rotoworld_BB and @Nate_Grimm on Twitter. After hitting home run No. 660 to pull into a tie with Willie Mays last Friday, A-Rod swatted No. 661 in Thursday's win over the Orioles. There was no doubt … [Read more...]
1st-rounder Parker, other draft picks sign with Dolphins – FOXSports.com
1st-rounder Parker, other draft picks sign with Dolphins - FOXSports.com Updated MAY 07, 2015 10:17p ET DAVIE, Fla. (AP) First-round draft pick DeVante Parker has signed a $10.87 million, four-year contract with the Miami Dolphins, who have also signed their six other draft picks. All of the signings were announced Thursday on the eve of the team's three-day rookie minicamp. Parker, a receiver … [Read more...]
Reds fans start petition to send Kevin Gregg to Triple-A after poor outing
Reds fans start petition to send Kevin Gregg to Triple-A after poor outing It’s only May, but it’s safe to say Cincinnati Reds’ fans aren’t enjoying reliever Kevin Gregg. The 37-year-old has struggled to open the season, posting an 8.10 ERA through 10 innings. He had an opportunity to set things right Thursday against the Pittsburgh Pirates. It did not go well. Gregg allowed three runs on … [Read more...]
Browns sign draft picks Orchard, Telfer – Yahoo Sports
Browns sign draft picks Orchard, Telfer - Yahoo Sports CLEVELAND (AP) -- The Browns signed two of their 12 draft picks on Thursday, reaching deals with linebacker Nate Orchard and tight end Randall Telfer.Orchard, taken in the second round with the No. 51 overall pick from Utah, had 18 1/2 sacks as a senior last season. The Browns will use the 6-foot-4, 255-pounder as an outside pass … [Read more...]