Depay to be new Ronaldo - Fer Take a look back at all the best action from around the world of football including Lionel Messi's brilliant chip goal, and Memphis Depay's stunner of a free-kick. Check out the best 5 goals from this weekend in the Eredivisie including a Memphis Depay free kick and a Aron Johannsson game-winner. Memphis Depay scored a brilliant free-kick in his last PSV home … [Read more...]
Italian rider Rabottini banned 2 years for doping with EPO (The Associated Press)
Italian rider Rabottini banned 2 years for doping with EPO (The Associated Press) AIGLE, Switzerland (AP) -- Italian cyclist Matteo Rabottini has been banned for two years after testing positive for EPO. … [Read more...]
Boxing-Fans flock to see beaten Pacquiao arrive back in Manila (Reuters)
Boxing-Fans flock to see beaten Pacquiao arrive back in Manila (Reuters) By Peter Blaza MANILA, May 13 (Reuters) - An injured Manny Pacquiao arrived back in the Philippines to a hero's welcome on Wednesday, the boxer still adamant he did enough to win his welterweight megabout against Floyd Mayweather Jr at the start of the month. The 36-year-old southpaw was wearing a sling on his right … [Read more...]
Mariners hit six home runs in rout of Padres
Mariners hit six home runs in rout of Padres 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. The Seattle Mariners' bats came alive Tuesday against the San Diego Padres. Seattle clobbered six home runs during an 11-4 win. Third baseman … [Read more...]
Sports roundup: Browns sign draft picks to four-year deals – Columbus Dispatch
Sports roundup: Browns sign draft picks to four-year deals - Columbus Dispatch NFLThe Cleveland Browns signed two more draft picks, completing contracts with defensive end Xavier Cooper, a third-round selection, and fullback Malcolm Johnson, a sixth-round choice. Each signed a four-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed. • The Cincinnati Bengals signed safety Derron Smith, a sixth-round … [Read more...]
Fans flock to see beaten Pacquiao arrive back in Manila (Reuters)
Fans flock to see beaten Pacquiao arrive back in Manila (Reuters) By Peter Blaza MANILA (Reuters) - An injured Manny Pacquiao arrived back in the Philippines to a hero's welcome on Wednesday, the boxer still adamant he did enough to win his welterweight megabout against Floyd Mayweather Jr at the start of the month. The 36-year-old southpaw was wearing a sling on his right arm following … [Read more...]
The Daily Dose: Dose: The Fight for Game 5
The Daily Dose: Dose: The Fight for Game 5 Wednesday, May 13, 2015 Take a moment and savor the playoffs in their current state. We have eight teams left and two games per night. Pretty soon that will be dropped down to one game per night and by the time you know it you’ll be watching golf. For NBA news and in-game analysis of the playoffs you can click here to follow me on Twitter. … [Read more...]
Gerrard: Lack of 'buzz' led to exit
Gerrard: Lack of 'buzz' led to exit Missed any Premier League action this weekend? The Exploding Heads sum up Chelsea's draw with Liverpool, reviews the Premier League relegation storylines and more. Steven Gerrard has said his limited role at Liverpool has left him lacking the "buzz" he usually thrives on. Gerrard, 34, has made 23 Premier League starts for Liverpool this season, as … [Read more...]
Alfredo Simon gets Torii Hunter out with a pair of eephus pitches
Alfredo Simon gets Torii Hunter out with a pair of eephus pitches The goal of every pitcher is to get inside a hitter's head and have him questioning himself and what is coming next. Detroit starter Alfredo Simon executed that with mastery in the third inning Tuesday night when facing Minnesota's Torii Hunter with two outs. Simon threw an eephus pitch to Hunter who began chuckling at … [Read more...]
Derby winner’s Triple bid could be derailed by stablemate (The Associated Press)
Derby winner's Triple bid could be derailed by stablemate (The Associated Press) The Preakness Stakes on Saturday will present a rare, but not unprecedented, story line that could see the trainer of Kentucky Derby winner American Pharoah upend his chance at a Triple Crown if stablemate Dortmund avenges his Derby defeat. ''My job is to try to win all three races and to win every race I'm … [Read more...]