Former FSU QB De'Andre Johnson was acting in self-defense, lawyer says Jose Baez, the lawyer of recently dismissed Florida State quarterback De’Andre Johnson, said his client punched a female bar patron in the face after being provoked. Baez spoke to NBC News regarding the incident that occurred June 24: The woman raised her fist and shouted "racial epithets" at Johnson when the player … [Read more...]
Liverpool striker Mario Balotelli given compassionate leave
Liverpool striker Mario Balotelli given compassionate leave Liverpool have confirmed that striker Mario Balotelli has been given compassionate leave after he missed the first day of pre-season training on Monday. The 24-year-old Italian was due to return along with the rest of the squad, but was not … Continue reading → Liverpool have confirmed that striker Mario Balotelli has been given … [Read more...]
Froome retains his grip as Martin claims yellow (Reuters)
Froome retains his grip as Martin claims yellow (Reuters) By Julien Pretot CAMBRAI, France (Reuters) - Chris Froome lost his yellow jersey but retained his grip on his rivals after surviving a day on the cobbles in the Tour de France on Tuesday. German Tony Martin won the fourth stage with a late attack and snatched the overall lead at the end of a body-punishing 223.5-km ride from … [Read more...]
Cycling-Froome and Sky in perfect place after tricky Tour stages (Reuters)
Cycling-Froome and Sky in perfect place after tricky Tour stages (Reuters) By Julien Pretot CAMBRAI, France, July 7 (Reuters) - Team Sky were expected to be shaken by their rivals on the cobbles in the Tour de France, yet their leading rider Chris Froome emerged as the huge favourite after the opening block of racing on Tuesday. After a below-par time trial in the first stage, Froome was … [Read more...]
J.J. Redick gives Clippers offseason an F, unless there’s an F-minus
J.J. Redick gives Clippers offseason an F, unless there's an F-minus Things aren't exactly going the Los Angeles Clippers' way right about now. After a horrifically disappointing end to the 2014-15 season that saw them lose three straight games to the Houston Rockets — including a shocking Game 6 in which they blew a 19-point lead with 14 1/2 minutes remaining — to once again bow out of the … [Read more...]
Heyman: Six teams looking to land a starter
Heyman: Six teams looking to land a starter At least a half-dozen teams are in the market for a starting pitcher, but unusual parity, the expanded wild-card system and hesitant potential sellers have conspired to put a block on the market. At least the Astros, Blue Jays, Royals, Dodgers, Pirates and Yankees are looking into the starters' market, but the only top-of-the-rotation starter on the … [Read more...]
The MMQB 100: 11-20 – The MMQB
The MMQB 100: 11-20 - The MMQB Editor’s note: This is part of our summer series, The MMQB 100, counting down the most influential people for the 2015 season. By Amy Trask I have never met Sarah Thomas, but I appreciate the significance of her achievement. When Sarah Thomas takes the field as an official at the start of the 2015 season, she will be the first woman to do so (other than in a … [Read more...]
South Alabama launches exploration of on-campus stadium
South Alabama launches exploration of on-campus stadium South Alabama is investigating the possibilities of an on-campus stadium. The school announced Monday it would begin the process to see if a stadium was feasible. "Construction of a football stadium is an extremely complex undertaking that requires significant due diligence on the part of the University leadership, and we are at the … [Read more...]
David Lee will be dealt to Boston in a salary-clearing move for Golden State
David Lee will be dealt to Boston in a salary-clearing move for Golden State The Golden State Warriors have followed through on their promise to find a better situation for power forward David Lee. The 2015 NBA champions have dealt the scoring forward to Boston in exchange for Gerald Wallace: Source tells me that David Lee has been traded from Golden State to the Boston Celtics.— Tommy Dee … [Read more...]
MLB midseason review: The five biggest surprises of 2015 so far
MLB midseason review: The five biggest surprises of 2015 so far Editor's note: Most teams in MLB have passed the 81-game mark of their seasons, so The Stew is spending this week looking back at the first half of 2015. We all love a good surprise and, in sports, we love them even more. That's why the Kansas City Royals were the feel-good underdogs of 2014. And why there are people outside of … [Read more...]