Daily Dime: Talking Bolsinger, Martin, Freeman and Altuve Here are 10 DFS recommendations for Saturday but be sure to double-check the weather and lineups before first pitch approaches. Michael Bolsinger, SP, vs. SD (Kennedy), $6400 at FanDuel: Normally I’m all about recommending the best starting pitching option, who’s usually the most expensive. And I have no problem if you go with Corey … [Read more...]
Concussion expert calls Gary Bettman’s CTE comments ‘lawyer speak’
Concussion expert calls Gary Bettman's CTE comments 'lawyer speak' In the recent past, the NHL has seen a few tragic tipping points for head injuries and player safety. Enforcer Derek Boogaard’s overdose death was one, which initially led to the question of hockey players taking prescription pills. When it was found his young brain had Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE), a degenerative … [Read more...]
Randy Moss keeps promise, attends graduation of leukemia survivor
Randy Moss keeps promise, attends graduation of leukemia survivor Randy Moss obviously took a friendship forged with a young fan early in his career pretty seriously. That's why he was at her high school graduation this week. Moss reportedly promised Kassi Spier, who he reportedly met during his rookie year of 1998 at an autograph signing, that he'd be at her high-school graduation. Spier, … [Read more...]
Nationals-Phillies engaged in an epic post-anthem standoff
Nationals-Phillies engaged in an epic post-anthem standoff One of the more unusual and admittedly entertaining moments during the 2013 postseason occurred when Scott Van Slyke of the Los Angeles Dodgers and Joe Kelly, then of the St. Louis Cardinals, engaged in a standoff immediately following the national anthem at NLCS Game 6. The staredown, as it were, played out for several minutes, … [Read more...]
Contador reclaims Giro lead from Aru after time trial (The Associated Press)
Contador reclaims Giro lead from Aru after time trial (The Associated Press) Alberto Contador outclassed his rivals on a tough individual time trial Saturday to reclaim the overall lead of the Giro d'Italia after the 14th stage, which was won by Vasil Kiryienka of Belarus. Contador started the day 19 seconds behind Fabio Aru after a crash at the end of the previous stage lost him the … [Read more...]
Questions about safety hover over 99th Indianapolis 500 (The Associated Press)
Questions about safety hover over 99th Indianapolis 500 (The Associated Press) They call the Indianapolis 500 ''The Greatest Spectacle in Racing'' for its high speeds, rich history, enormous crowd and the take-your-breath-away competition. This year, IndyCar is hoping the 99th running of the event won't be a spectacle because of a serious on-track incident. Concern hangs over Indianapolis … [Read more...]
Cycling-Road-Giro d’Italia mountain classification after stage 14 (Reuters)
Cycling-Road-Giro d'Italia mountain classification after stage 14 (Reuters) May 23 (Infostrada Sports) - Mountain Classification Giro d'Italia after Stage 14 on Saturday 1. Benat Intxausti (Spain / Movistar) 61 2. Simon Geschke (Germany / Giant) 53 3. Carlos Betancur (Colombia / AG2R) 46 4. Steven Kruijswijk (Netherlands / LottoNL) 43 5. Paolo Tiralongo (Italy / Astana) 23 6. Mikel Landa … [Read more...]
Cycling-Road-Giro d’Italia team classification after stage 14 (Reuters)
Cycling-Road-Giro d'Italia team classification after stage 14 (Reuters) May 23 (Infostrada Sports) - Team Classification Giro d'Italia after Stage 14 on Saturday 1. Astana(Kazakhstan) 166:21:46" 2. Team Sky(Britain) +7:59" 3. Movistar(Spain) +10:37" 4. BMC Racing(United States) +12:04" 5. Tinkoff - Saxo(Russia) +32:02" 6. Cannondale(United States) +38:14" 7. Katusha(Russia) +1:10:20" 8. … [Read more...]
Barcelona set to open its first youth camp in Sochi, Russia
Barcelona set to open its first youth camp in Sochi, Russia Barcelona will open its first youth camp in Russia, specifically Sochi, on June 12th. The FCB Escola will be the only official one on Russian soil during the summer and will be open to youngsters between 6 and 13 years of … Continue reading → Barcelona will open its first youth camp in Russia, specifically Sochi, on June 12th. The … [Read more...]
Houston Astros at Detroit Tigers Free Pick and Betting Lines
Houston Astros at Detroit Tigers Free Pick and Betting Lines. The 26-17 Detroit Tigers play host to the 27-16 Houston Astros today in MLB action on the grass of Comerica Park, May 23, 2015. First pitch is scheduled for 4:08PM EST. Wagering Odds Moneyline: Tigers -118/ Astros +108 O/U Total: 8.5 Pitching Matchup Lance McCullers (R) W/L 0-0 WHIP 1.29 ERA 1.93 Kyle Lobstein (L) W/L 3-4 WHIP … [Read more...]