American Pharoah settles frayed nerves in a resounding Preakness romp (Yahoo Sports) Not even a sloppy track could slow American Pharoah's quest to become the first Triple Crown winner since 1978. … [Read more...]
France’s Alaphilippe wins to take Tour of California lead (The Associated Press)
France's Alaphilippe wins to take Tour of California lead (The Associated Press) France's Julian Alaphilippe took the overall lead in the Tour of California on Saturday with solo a victory in the mountainous seventh stage. The 22-year-old Alaphilippe, riding for Etixx-Quick Step, bolted to the front with 2 1/2 miles left and completed the 80-mile leg from Ontario to Mount Baldy ski resort … [Read more...]
Rory McIlroy eyed 59 in taking Wells Fargo lead
Rory McIlroy eyed 59 in taking Wells Fargo lead When Rory McIlroy is at his best, he's almost impossible to beat. That's why it's going to be awfully tough for the Wells Fargo Championship field to topple the world No. 1 on Sunday. McIlroy shot a new course record, an 11-under round of 61 at Quail Hollow Club on Saturday to open up a four-shot edge over Webb Simpson. However, McIlroy had … [Read more...]
Watch Southampton 6-1 Aston Villa match highlights [VIDEO]
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Watch Southampton 6-1 Aston Villa match highlights [VIDEO] Southampton manager Ronald Koeman heaped praise on Sadio Mane after his record-breaking hat-trick kicked off an "amazing afternoon" against Aston Villa. This has been a remarkable season for Saints but one which looked to be petering out after a downturn … Continue reading → Southampton manager Ronald Koeman heaped praise on Sadio … [Read more...]
Jersey Fouls of the Week: McBeer creates a ‘Virus’
Jersey Fouls of the Week: McBeer creates a 'Virus' Jersey Fouls can be found anywhere. You can find one at a game! You can find one on a plane! Or you can find one at the World Championships, or a rock concert. The above photo was snapped at U2’s show at Vancouver’s Roger’s Arena. If it was seen at a Canucks game, it would have been in high-level foul territory. This makes the decision … [Read more...]
Mariota takes field for 1st time with Titans at rookie camp – FOXSports.com
Mariota takes field for 1st time with Titans at rookie camp - FOXSports.com Updated MAY 15, 2015 6:08p ET NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) Marcus Mariota has started the process of getting used to being under center as an NFL quarterback, and the Tennessee Titans liked what they saw on the field. The Heisman Trophy winner and the No. 2 draft pick overall was happy to be back on the field during the first … [Read more...]
Miguel Cabrera hits No. 400, becomes Venezuela’s all-time home run leader
Miguel Cabrera hits No. 400, becomes Venezuela's all-time home run leader Through the rain drops in St. Louis, Miguel Cabrera reached a career milestone and made baseball history with one swing of the bat during the Detroit Tigers 4-3 win over the Cardinals. With his first-inning solo home run off Trevor Lyons, Cabrera became the 53rd member of baseball's 400 home run club and the eighth … [Read more...]
Daily Dime: Greinke, Votto, Cano, Escobar and more
Daily Dime: Greinke, Votto, Cano, Escobar and more Here’s a look at 10 DFS options for Saturday but be sure to double-check the weather and the lineups before first pitch approaches. Zack Greinke, SP, vs. Col (De La Rosa), $10100 at FanDuel: He’s the fourth most costly SP despite the Dodgers being by far the most favored team (-240) during Saturday’s slate. Despite decreased velocity, … [Read more...]
Cycling-Road-Giro d’Italia stage 8 results (Reuters)
Cycling-Road-Giro d'Italia stage 8 results (Reuters) May 16 (Infostrada Sports) - Results from Giro d'Italia (Fiuggi - Campitello Matese, 186 km) on Saturday 1. Benat Intxausti (Spain / Movistar) 4:51:34" 2. Mikel Landa (Spain / Astana) +20" 3. Sebastien Reichenbach (Switzerland / IAM Cycling) +31" 4. Fabio Aru (Italy / Astana) +35" 5. Alberto Contador (Spain / Tinkoff - Saxo) 6. Richie … [Read more...]
Pimlico official says Preakness could move to Sunday in 2016 (The Associated Press)
Pimlico official says Preakness could move to Sunday in 2016 (The Associated Press) There could come a time in the next few years when the Preakness is held on a Sunday at Laurel Park. Speaking hours before the running of the Preakness on Saturday, Maryland Jockey Club general manager Sal Sinatra said the owners of Pimlico Race Course and Laurel Park are considering moving the second jewel … [Read more...]