Did Chicago's Andrew Shaw bite Tampa's Victor Hedman in Game 1? (Video) Andrew Shaw is Chicago’s ‘old time hockey’ type player. Jumping, flying punches, heading pucks into the goal – dude plays fast and loose with the rules all over the ice. So it’s not exactly a surprise Shaw was accused of clenching his teeth upon the Lightning’s Victor Hedman at some point in Chicago’s 2-1 Game 1 Stanley … [Read more...]
Maikel Franco breaks up no-hit bid, later hits tying home run off Aroldis Chapman
Maikel Franco breaks up no-hit bid, later hits tying home run off Aroldis Chapman 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. Have a day, Maikel Franco. The Philadelphia Phillies rookie third baseman didn't look a bit intimidated or … [Read more...]
Jorge Soler’s ankle injury could lead to interesting arrangement for Cubs
Jorge Soler's ankle injury could lead to interesting arrangement for Cubs The Chicago Cubs depth took a hit Wednesday when they learned rookie outfielder Jorge Soler will require a stint on the disabled list with a left ankle sprain. Gordon Wittenmeyer of the Chicago Sun Times speculated about a timeline that would keep Soler out until the All-Star break. However, manager Joe Maddon sounded … [Read more...]
Random Recap: The 2013 Party in the Poconos 400
Random Recap: The 2013 Party in the Poconos 400 Welcome to Random Recaps, our new weekly feature at From The Marbles. In this space, we'll recap a race from the past at the track the where Sprint Cup Series is racing next. This week's race is the 2013 Party in the Poconos 400. Jimmie Johnson was untouchable at Pocono. The five-time champion led 128 of the race's 160 laps and was nearly … [Read more...]
D-Backs ship Trumbo to M's in six-player deal
D-Backs ship Trumbo to M's in six-player deal What will Mark Trumbo mean for the struggling M's? (USATSI) On Wednesday the Mariners acquired slugging outfielder Mark Trumbo from the Diamondbacks as part of a six-player deal. Since Trumbo is rather plainly the most significant of the six players involved, let's focus our analysis on what kind of difference he figures to make for the … [Read more...]
Baseball Daily Dose: Mariners Play Trumbo Card
Baseball Daily Dose: Mariners Play Trumbo Card Thursday, June 04, 2015 Follow @Baer_Bill and @Rotoworld_BB on Twitter. The Mariners and Diamondbacks agreed on a trade on Wednesday evening. The Diamondbacks sent 1B/OF Mark Trumbo and pitcher Vidal Nuno to Seattle in exchange for catcher Welington Castillo, pitcher Dominic Leone, infielder Jack Reinheimer, and outfielder Gabby Guerrero. Trades … [Read more...]
SI.com's 2015 NBA Finals predictions: Will Warriors or Cavaliers win it all? – SI.com
SI.com's 2015 NBA Finals predictions: Will Warriors or Cavaliers win it all? - SI.com si now Experts, athletes and celebs discuss sports' latest issues. si wire Delivering you the latest breaking news in real time. 120 sports Never miss a highlight with our digital-only sports network. longform Pairing unique storytelling with breathtaking visuals. fannation Take on your friends … [Read more...]
Hawks stun Bolts with late rally in Final opener
Hawks stun Bolts with late rally in Final opener Antoine Vermette's goal helped the Blackhawks earn a Game 1 win. (USATSI) Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Chicago Blackhawks, Stanley Cup Final Game 1 Blackhawks 2, Lightning 1 | Blackhawks lead series 1-0 | Game 2 Saturday Game 1 in a nutshell: The Tampa Bay Lightning owned the first period, kicked off by a dominant opening five minutes which included a … [Read more...]
Josh Hamilton to miss four weeks with hamstring strain
Josh Hamilton to miss four weeks with hamstring strain Just when things seemed to be coming together for Josh Hamilton following his offseason relapse and a shoulder injury that required surgery in February, he was dealt another injury this week that we've now learned will sideline him until July. As announced by the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night, Hamilton will miss the next four weeks … [Read more...]
Benches clear after Cubs’ Junior Lake homers, taunts Marlins bench
Benches clear after Cubs' Junior Lake homers, taunts Marlins bench The Chicago Cubs and Miami Marlins were involved in a minor bench-clearing dust up on Wednesday immediately following a home run by Chicago's Junior Lake. In the sixth inning, Lake deposited Dan Haren's third pitch well beyond the left field wall for a two-run homer, which cut Miami's six-run lead to a four-run advantage. … [Read more...]