Kris Versteeg takes most painful penalty of Game 1 (Video) Before rejoining his team for Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, Kris Versteeg of the Chicago Blackhawks flew to Toronto on Monday for the birth of Jaxson James Versteeg, the first child for Versteeg and his wife. “It was definitely a moment in time where everything stops,” he said. We imagine he experienced a similar feeling when he … [Read more...]
Alex Killorn opens scoring in Game 1 with amazing deflection (Video)
Alex Killorn opens scoring in Game 1 with amazing deflection (Video) The Tampa Bay Lightning came out aggressive early in the first period in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final. Alex Killorn had the best chance within the game’s opening minute, but his shot went wide of the Chicago Blackhawks net. But Killorn wouldn’t have to wait long to capitalize on an opportunity. Just 4:31 into the first … [Read more...]
Live updates: Best of Wednesday's MLB action
Live updates: Best of Wednesday's MLB action On Wednesday, Yankees right-hander Masahiro Tanaka made his first start since April 23. Sufficiently recovered form forearm and wrist problems, Tanaka went out and dominated the Mariners ... That's his highest strikeout total since June 17 of last year. Here's a look ... In addition to the kind of dominance you see above, Tanaka's velocity … [Read more...]
Bettman says Coyotes, Panthers safe from relocation; NHL expansion possible
Bettman says Coyotes, Panthers safe from relocation; NHL expansion possible TAMPA – The Arizona Coyotes and the Florida Panthers are safe. That’s according to NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman, who spoke about the plights of the NHL clubs scrutinized by those who believe the relocation of a struggling franchise is inevitable. The Coyotes operating losses continue to mount, and there has been … [Read more...]
Stephen Curry on being Riley’s dad: ‘It just gives you something more [to] play and live for’
![Stephen Curry on being Riley’s dad: ‘It just gives you something more [to] play and live for’](http://freewinningpicks.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/1b2b7860-ff14-11e4-98a6-e351ea28d523_riley-overla-150x150.jpg)
Stephen Curry on being Riley's dad: 'It just gives you something more [to] play and live for' Yes, Stephen Curry is the NBA's reigning Most Valuable Player, the dagger-delivering and flame-throwing leader of the Western Conference champion Golden State Warriors, and the leader of the team favored to win the 2015 NBA Finals, which begin Thursday night at Oracle Arena in Oakland, Calif. … [Read more...]
Analyzing Chris Petersen's Brock & Salk Interview – UW Dawg Pound
Analyzing Chris Petersen's Brock & Salk Interview - UW Dawg Pound Washington head coach Chris Petersen isn't exactly media-shy, but it's not his favorite aspect of his job. So it was a rare treat to hear him do an extended interview segment with Mike Salk & Brock Huard last Friday. While we didn't get any specific nuggets such as who leads at the quarterback position and what's up with … [Read more...]
Irving vows to play through knee pain in Finals
Irving vows to play through knee pain in Finals Dave McMenamin, ESPN.com Close Cavs and NBA writer for ESPN.com Covered the Lakers and NBA for ESPNLosAngeles.com from 2009-14 and the NBA for NBA.com from 2005-09 Syracuse University graduate 0 Shares Print OAKLAND, Calif. -- After dealing with persistent left knee tendinitis for nearly a month, Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving … [Read more...]
Closing Time: Joey Gallo goes off, now what?
Closing Time: Joey Gallo goes off, now what? On the schedule, it was listed as an American League baseball game. On the field, it played out as the Joey Gallo Breakout Party. Tap the kegs in Arlington, we’re going to be here for a while. Gallo arrived to the majors with plenty of press clippings - all those homers, all those strikeouts. And it didn’t take him long to get the locals excited … [Read more...]
Speights (calf) set for Finals, says: 'I feel good'
Speights (calf) set for Finals, says: 'I feel good' Ethan Sherwood Strauss, ESPN Staff Writer Close Covers the Golden State Warriors for ESPN.com Contributes to ESPN's TrueHoop blog Hosts TrueHoop TV Live 0 Shares Print OAKLAND, Calif. -- Golden State Warriors power forward Marreese Speights announced Wednesday that he's ready to play in the NBA Finals after missing eight … [Read more...]
The 10-man rotation, starring the matchups to watch in the 2015 NBA Finals
The 10-man rotation, starring the matchups to watch in the 2015 NBA Finals A look around the league and the Web that covers it. It's also important to note that the rotation order and starting nods aren't always listed in order of importance. That's for you, dear reader, to figure out. C: The Triangle, Feltbot and Basketball Insiders. Three very good and smart considerations of the lineup … [Read more...]