Waiver Wired: Waiver Wired: Get Brett My power went out in the middle of writing this, so my apologies for posting this a little later than usual. Luckily, it came back on just in time for me to see Jose Fernandez's return from Tommy John surgery. Thank you, baseball gods. Here's hoping the start to your holiday weekend goes a little more smoothly.Have specific questions about your roster? Ask … [Read more...]
Monta Ellis gets $44 million to bring points, playmaking to Pacers
Monta Ellis gets $44 million to bring points, playmaking to Pacers Two summers back, coming off an unsuccessful year-and-a-half-long stint with the Milwaukee Bucks, Monta Ellis struggled to generate interest in free agency. The former Golden State Warriors spark plug withered on the vine until the second week of July before eventually inking a three-year, $25.1 million make-good deal with … [Read more...]
Giro-Tour double career-changing: Contador (Reuters)
Giro-Tour double career-changing: Contador (Reuters) By Julien Pretot UTRECHT, Netherlands (Reuters) - The Giro/Tour de France double would be a career-changing achievement, Alberto Contador said on Thursday as he embarks on a the world's greatest cycling race less than two months after winning in Italy. The Spaniard, who has won seven grand tours since his maiden Tour title in 2007, is … [Read more...]
Contador has the crucial edge: Yates (Reuters)
Contador has the crucial edge: Yates (Reuters) By Julien Pretot UTRECHT, Netherlands (Reuters) - Sean Yates knows a thing or two about leading a rider to the Tour de France title and the Briton feels his protege Alberto Contador has the required experience to prevail in a demanding race this year. Yates, who guided Bradley Wiggins to his Tour triumph in 2012, left the sport that year but … [Read more...]
Women’s soccer in Europe continuing to grow in popularity and scope
Women’s soccer in Europe continuing to grow in popularity and scope As the United States sees record TV viewing figures for the Women’s World Cup, what progress can be seen in Europe for the popularity of the women’s game? Four years ago, hosts Germany also saw record TV audiences with domestic … Continue reading → As the United States sees record TV viewing figures for the Women’s World … [Read more...]
Can Justin Williams give Washington Game 7 success?
Can Justin Williams give Washington Game 7 success? Justin Williams has more wins in Game 7s in his NHL career than the Washington Capitals do as an organization since 2008. Williams is 7-0 since his rookie year in 2000-01 in Philadelphia. The Caps are 3-6 since 2008. The narrative is totally perfect for Williams and Washington, who signed Mr. Game 7 to a two-year $6.5 million contract late … [Read more...]
Chargers job listing requires willingness to move to Los Angeles
Chargers job listing requires willingness to move to Los Angeles The possibility of the San Diego Chargers moving to Los Angeles seems to be very real, and the team is making sure potential new employees are aware. The Chargers recently posted a job listing for a Tax Manager to deal with “tax reporting and compliance within the organization.” The requirements for the job seem fairly standard … [Read more...]
Duncan confirms he's returning for 19th season
Duncan confirms he's returning for 19th season ESPN.com news services 0 Shares Print Tim Duncan confirmed Thursday he'll return for a 19th season with the San Antonio Spurs to chase his sixth NBA championship ring. "Finally had a chance to talk with [Spurs coach Gregg Popovich]," Duncan told the San Antonio Express-News on Thursday. "I'll be on the court next year." Coach Gregg … [Read more...]
Happy Jose Day! Fernandez and Cain make 2015 debuts in head-to-head matchup of former All-Stars
Happy Jose Day! Fernandez and Cain make 2015 debuts in head-to-head matchup of former All-Stars Mark down Thursday afternoon’s Marlins-Giants game as a must watch. Two former All-Star pitchers coming off serious injuries make their debut in the finale of their three-game series. Veteran Giants ace Matt Cain hasn’t pitched since July 9, 2014 after having season-ending elbow surgery last … [Read more...]
Cardinals fire scouting director as drama thickens in MLB hacking scandal
Cardinals fire scouting director as drama thickens in MLB hacking scandal Chris Correa, the St. Louis Cardinals' scouting director, has been fired by the club, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch has learned. The team isn't officially naming Correa a culprit in its ongoing hacking scandal, but the Post-Dispatch has sources saying Correa breached a Houston Astros database. From The Post-Dispatch's … [Read more...]