Longtime Blues defenseman Barret Jackman won't be re-signed Beginning next season, the city of St. Louis will have a new longest-tenured professional athlete with the news that pending unrestricted free agent Barret Jackman will not be re-signed, according to Jeremy Rutherford of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. The St. Louis Blues told the 17th pick of the 1999 NHL Draft that they would be … [Read more...]
It sounds like the Phillies want entirely too much for Ben Revere
It sounds like the Phillies want entirely too much for Ben Revere Philadelphia Phillies GM Ruben Amaro Jr. has built a reputation for overvaluing his trade chips in recent years. They were surprisingly quiet at the trade deadline last year when all signs pointed to a fire sale. They haven't moved Cole Hamels yet and last winter it was said Amaro needed to be "wowed." And now, he's reportedly … [Read more...]
Hinchcliffe to be grand marshal for IndyCar race in Toronto (The Associated Press)
Hinchcliffe to be grand marshal for IndyCar race in Toronto (The Associated Press) Canadian IndyCar driver James Hinchcliffe has been named grand marshal for Sunday's race through the streets of Toronto. Hinchcliffe, from Oakville, Ontario, has been sidelined since a life-threatening injury suffered May 18. Although he's still recovering, he has received medical clearance to travel to … [Read more...]
New Browns punter Andy Lee picks No. 8 to honor late daughter
New Browns punter Andy Lee picks No. 8 to honor late daughter Three-time All-Pro punter Andy Lee was traded to the Cleveland Browns last week, and he had a purpose in picking his new jersey number. Lee decided to wear No. 8. His daughter Madeline lived eight days after she was born on Jan. 27. She died due to post-birth complications. It's a sad and touching tribute. “I think sometimes, not … [Read more...]
Waiver Wired: Waiver Wired: Mashing Maikel
Waiver Wired: Waiver Wired: Mashing Maikel Not surprisingly, Astros shortstop Carlos Correa has been the most popular add in fantasy leagues this week. Despite being in the majors for just three days, he's already owned in 69 percent of Yahoo leagues. Of course, his call-up was anticipated for quite some time and I recommended stashing him one month ago. We love our shiny new toys, but this is one … [Read more...]
Jose drops big Falcao hint
Jose drops big Falcao hint ESPN FC's Mark Donaldson and Craig Burley break down the latest transfer rumours involving Cristiano Ronaldo, Radamel Falcao and Antoine Griezmann. ESPN FC's Gab Marcotti reacts to reports that Radamel Falcao may make a move to Stamford Bridge this summer. With the Colombian's large wages, the move may be a bit of a stretch for Chelsea. ESPN FC's Stewart … [Read more...]
He'll pass: No Game 4 coffee for Dellavedova
He'll pass: No Game 4 coffee for Dellavedova 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 INDEPENDENCE, Ohio -- Matthew Dellavedova will be in the lineup for Game 4 of The Finals, but after suffering from dehydration … [Read more...]
Carmelo Anthony’s the creative director of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles stuff now
Carmelo Anthony's the creative director of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles stuff now Carmelo Anthony might not like cats, but evidently, the New York Knicks All-Star's animal preferences run along the same lines as a certain legendary Internet celebrity. From Georg Szalai of The Hollywood Reporter: [Follow Dunks Don't Lie on Tumblr: The best slams from all of basketball] Viacom's Nickelodeon is … [Read more...]
Matt Kemp tackled by ump as benches clear between Padres, Braves
Matt Kemp tackled by ump as benches clear between Padres, Braves Your browser does not support iframes. It didn't take long for tempers to flare again between the San Diego Padres and Atlanta Braves on Thursday. In the first inning of their afternoon game — 11 pitches in, in fact — Matt Kemp was hit by a high-and-tight Julio Teheran pitch. Kemp began to take his base, but was none too … [Read more...]
Romain Bardet wins 5th stage of Criterium du Dauphine (The Associated Press)
Romain Bardet wins 5th stage of Criterium du Dauphine (The Associated Press) PRA-LOUP, France (AP) -- French rider Romain Bardet won the fifth stage of the Criterium du Dauphine after an impressive solo attack on Thursday, while American Tejay van Garderen finished second to take the overall lead. The relatively short but steep 161-kilometer (100-mile) stage - a replica of the 17th stage of … [Read more...]