Metta World Peace, a.k.a. The Panda's Friend, ejected from Italian playoff game When last we checked in with Metta World Peace, the Artist Formerly Known as Ron Artest, lacking NBA suitors, had chosen to head overseas to continue his playing career in China under the brand new moniker, "The Panda's Friend." After averaging 19 points, six rebounds and 2.3 steals per game in 15 appearances for … [Read more...]
It sounds like the Marlins are as dysfunctional as ever
It sounds like the Marlins are as dysfunctional as ever The frustrations continue to mount with the Miami Marlins. Within the past two weeks, the club has undergone a number of changes, starting with the firing of manager Mike Redmond just 38 games into the season. [Listen up! We've got Rays star Evan Longoria on this week's StewPod] By now, we all know the rest of the story. General manager … [Read more...]
Tigers not confident they can re-sign SP Price
Tigers not confident they can re-sign SP Price Athletics SP Sonny Gray (ankle) read to go Friday nightby Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com (4:50 pm ET) Athletics ace Sonny Gray is set to start Friday night against the Yankees despite a right ankle issue. Gray has been a victim of non-support lately from a meager Oakland offense. He has allowed five runs in 23 innings over his last four starts, but … [Read more...]
Wimmer signs for Tottenham
Wimmer signs for Tottenham Kevin Wimmer made 32 Bundesliga appearances this season. Tottenham Hotspur have announced the signing of defender Kevin Wimmer from Cologne.Wimmer, 22, made 32 Bundesliga appearances this season, as Cologne finished 12th in the table, with the fifth best defensive record in the division. The Austria centre-back has signed a five-year contract at White Hart Lane, while … [Read more...]
Byron Maxwell guarantees Super Bowl 50 appearance for Eagles
Byron Maxwell guarantees Super Bowl 50 appearance for Eagles Byron Maxwell was one of the most sought-after defensive backs in free agency and landed with the Philadelphia Eagles on a lucrative, six-year, $63 million deal after four years with the Seattle Seahawks. Not only is Maxwell looking to provide a big boost to Philly’s secondary, he brings a track record that includes back-to-back … [Read more...]
Daily Fantasy Baseball 2015: Best DraftKings MLB Pitcher Picks for May 29 – Bleacher Report
Daily Fantasy Baseball 2015: Best DraftKings MLB Pitcher Picks for May 29 - Bleacher Report Gene J. Puskar/Associated Press If I had to draft one pitcher for Friday evening's DraftKings contests, it would be the Pittsburgh Pirates' Francisco Liriano. The Bucs hurler has been excellent this season, despite his 2-4 record. He has a WHIP of 1.14 and ERA of 3.86. Also, his 64 strikeouts in 53.2 … [Read more...]
Dai-Jon Parker mourned after drowning in Indiana reservoir
Dai-Jon Parker mourned after drowning in Indiana reservoir University of Indianapolis guard Dai-Jon Parker, known for his smile and outgoing personality, drowned Thursday in a boating accident at Morse Reservoir, officials said. The news stunned numerous college and professional players who competed with and against Parker in the past. Parker was a senior on last season's team after … [Read more...]
Meyer: Miller playing for OSU in ’15 and throwing up to 35 yards
Meyer: Miller playing for OSU in '15 and throwing up to 35 yards If you were harboring any thoughts that Braxton Miller would make a late transfer from Ohio State, Buckeyes coach Urban Meyer shut your brain up on Friday. “He’s playing for Ohio State (this) fall," Meyer said via the Columbus Dispatch. Friday was Meyer's first time meeting with the media since spring practice concluded, and … [Read more...]
NY congressman wants uniform drug standards in horse racing (The Associated Press)
NY congressman wants uniform drug standards in horse racing (The Associated Press) A New York congressman plans to introduce a bill establishing uniform drug and medication standards in thoroughbred racing that would be overseen by the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency. Paul Tonko, an upstate Democrat whose district includes Saratoga Race Course, made the announcement in Washington on Friday. The … [Read more...]
Aru climbs back up to second in Giro d’Italia (Reuters)
Aru climbs back up to second in Giro d'Italia (Reuters) (Reuters) - Italian Fabio Aru attacked in the final climb to win the 19th stage of the Giro d'Italia to reclaim second spot overall form his Astana team mate Mikel Landa on Friday. Aru, one of the pre-race favorites, slumped to third overall after cracking in a grueling mountain stage on Tuesday, leaving Spaniard Landa to move up behind … [Read more...]