IndyCar's accidents have made a mess of the Indy 500 (The Associated Press) IndyCar had a crisis looming well before James Hinchcliffe was injured in another spectacular accident during preparations for the most esteemed race in motorsports. Three cars have gone airborne, and one of the series' most popular drivers was in the intensive care unit Monday night after surgery on an injury to … [Read more...]
Man banned from Wrigley Field after acting like a jerk at a recent game
Man banned from Wrigley Field after acting like a jerk at a recent game Some men dream of spending the day at a ball park in the summer. Chicago Cubs fan Daniel Krupa will not be allowed to live out that fantasy this year. A judge banned Krupa from attending Wrigley Field this summer after Krupa displayed some horrid behavior at Sunday's game. Park security received a number of complaints … [Read more...]
Lightning beat Lundqvist on crease-crashing goal in Game 2 (Video)
Lightning beat Lundqvist on crease-crashing goal in Game 2 (Video) NEW YORK – The Tampa Bay Lightning could only beat New York Rangers goalie Henrik Lundqvist on the power play in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference Final series. In Game 2 on Monday, they also scored on special teams -- drawing first blood on the penalty kill. The Lightning took a 1-0 lead at 5:38 of the first period on a … [Read more...]
Pressure driving IndyCar whiz kid Sage Karam toward greatness – SI.com
Pressure driving IndyCar whiz kid Sage Karam toward greatness - SI.com MILFORD, N.J.—A white Mercedes sedan pulls through a massive stainless steel gate and eases up a long driveway to a sprawling Mediterranean-style ranch. The rear passenger door opens, and into a cool, drizzly spring morning steps Sage Karam—an aquamarine-eyed, fair-haired 20-year-old race car driver with a swelling reputation … [Read more...]
IndyCar still trying to find answers to frightening crashes (The Associated Press)
IndyCar still trying to find answers to frightening crashes (The Associated Press) Questions concerning the level of safety headed into the Indianapolis 500 continued to mount Monday after James Hinchcliffe was injured in a crash. Hinchcliffe's accident was caused by a suspension failure, and his car spun hard into the wall before sliding back near the apron and nearly flipping over. … [Read more...]
Depay passes Man United medical
Depay passes Man United medical Memphis Depay reflects on recent success and says he's 'more than ready' for the Premier League following his move to Manchester United. Memphis Depay is set to join Manchester United after passing a medical at Old Trafford. The Netherlands international will become United's first summer signing after they agreed a £25 million fee with PSV Eindhoven. The … [Read more...]
2015 Fantasy Football Outlook for Philadelphia Eagles Stars – Bleacher Report
2015 Fantasy Football Outlook for Philadelphia Eagles Stars - Bleacher Report Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports Head coach Chip Kelly’s philosophy anyone can operate his offense has dramatically rearranged the configuration of the Philadelphia Eagles’ stars. Zach Ertz, Jordan Matthews and DeMarco Murray are left to sort out Kelly’s box of lit fuses after Nick Foles, LeSean McCoy and Jeremy … [Read more...]
Stanley Cup Playoffs Daily Picks: Rangers look for 2-0 series lead – CBSSports.com
Stanley Cup Playoffs Daily Picks: Rangers look for 2-0 series lead - CBSSports.com Welcome to the Stanley Cup Playoffs Daily Picks, where CBS hockey writers Chris Peters and Adam Gretz get you ready for every game every day of the postseason and share their predictions for each. Tampa Bay Lightning at New York Rangers, Game 2, 8 p.m. ET, NBCSN Rangers lead series 1-0 The Rangers are three wins … [Read more...]
49ers DL Justin Smith announces retirement after 14 seasons
49ers DL Justin Smith announces retirement after 14 seasons After a 14-year NFL career, San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Justin Smith is retiring, the team announced Monday. Smith, 35, was a two-time All-Pro and made the Pro Bowl five times – all with the 49ers. Smith began his career with the Cincinnati Bengals after being drafted fourth overall in 2001. Smith spent seven seasons with … [Read more...]
Jeffrey Loria defends Marlins manager change: ‘We shouldn’t be the Flounders’
Jeffrey Loria defends Marlins manager change: 'We shouldn't be the Flounders' Jeffrey Loria, the meddlesome owner of the Miami Marlins, who has a knack for changing managers like he would the oil in his car, went on record Monday defending the bizarre hiring of general manager Dan Jennings as the team's new field manager. It's a head-scratcher to baseball fans across the country and in the … [Read more...]