US Women’s team is on an ‘Abby Wambach or bust’ ride in World Cup I’m a Rochesterian at heart. I went to college there, had family that retired from Eastman Kodak, loved Nick Tahou’s, and of course, treasure Abby Wambach. Having said that it’s pretty clear that the best forward this generation has known … Continue reading → I’m a Rochesterian at heart. I went to college there, had family … [Read more...]
Chelios' role with Wings won't include bench
Chelios' role with Wings won't include bench Chris Chelios (far right) won't be behind the Red Wings bench, but he'll be involved. (USATSI) Despite previous reports that Chris Chelios was set to join new Detroit Red Wings head coach Jeff Blashill's staff, it appears he'll be involved on a more limited basis instead. Chelios will work with the team's defensemen, but told MLive.com's … [Read more...]
Tom Brady got $170,000 to speak after deflate-gate report released
Tom Brady got $170,000 to speak after deflate-gate report released Just hours after the release of the Wells Report criticizing the Patriots and indirectly incriminating Tom Brady in the deflate-gate "scandal," Brady spoke at Salem State University. While he deflected all questions about the controversy, the question persisted: why would Brady, normally a reclusive fellow whose press … [Read more...]
Thunder big man Mitch McGary is ‘The Snake God,’ FYI
Thunder big man Mitch McGary is 'The Snake God,' FYI Mitch McGary had some time on his hands last fall while recovering from a left foot fracture, so the Oklahoma City Thunder rookie passed the time like any of us would — by buying three baby snakes, naming them Zoey, Zeus and Layla, and going about the business of raising them. McGary's clearly a doting and committed pet owner; I mean, … [Read more...]
US Open Golf Tournament 2015: Top Odds, Predictions and Storylines for … – Bleacher Report
US Open Golf Tournament 2015: Top Odds, Predictions and Storylines for ... - Bleacher Report Mark Humphrey/Associated Press The opening round of the 2015 U.S. Open at Chambers Bay is finally upon us, and it shouldn't disappoint. Not only will the links-style course offer a refreshing backdrop for the year's second major, but playing conditions should also make for a fascinating weekend. … [Read more...]
The Clippers’ new logo and uniforms are here, and yes, these are real
The Clippers' new logo and uniforms are here, and yes, these are real The unofficial designs for the Los Angeles Clippers' new logos and uniforms have been out there in the Internet ether and making the rounds since Paul Lukas of UniWatch published leaked graphics in April. We didn't write anything about those leaks in part because we were kind of hoping that what dribbled out through Lukas' … [Read more...]
Triple Crown winner American Pharoah returns to California (The Associated Press)
Triple Crown winner American Pharoah returns to California (The Associated Press) LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- Triple Crown winner American Pharoah was initially hesitant to leave Churchill Downs before returning to California and prepare for the next phase of his racing career. … [Read more...]
Aston Villa boss Tim Sherwood explains why he signed Micah Richards
Aston Villa boss Tim Sherwood explains why he signed Micah Richards Aston Villa manager Tim Sherwood has explained why he signed Micah Richards, insisting the England defender will bring a "winning mentality" to the club. Richards picked up Barclays Premier League and FA Cup winners' medals in his time at Manchester … Continue reading → Aston Villa manager Tim Sherwood has explained … [Read more...]
Badgers football: UW picks up commitment from three-star linebacker – Madison.com
Badgers football: UW picks up commitment from three-star linebacker - Madison.com Griffin Grady fell in love with the University of Wisconsin during a visit back in April. His unofficial trip to Madison on Wednesday was simply to solidify his first impressions. This time, the three-star linebacker from Dublin, Ohio, committed to the Badgers’ coaching staff before leaving. “I had a pretty good idea … [Read more...]
Bo Schultz goes from beer-league softball in Brooklyn to Citi Field
Bo Schultz goes from beer-league softball in Brooklyn to Citi Field You can almost guarantee that no two journeys to Major League Baseball are the same. Sure, there are similarly smooth roads for some, but for many more they are forced to face adversities ranging from injuries to illnesses, from prior commitments to simple lack of opportunity. Every player had the dream and every player … [Read more...]