The Latest: Paolini denies taking cocaine at Tour (The Associated Press) Italian rider Luca Paolini has told his team that he did not use cocaine during the Tour de France despite a positive test at cycling's biggest race. The 38-year-old Paolini, who tested positive on the fourth stage earlier this week, also said he did not use the banned stimulant before the Tour. ''We of course asked … [Read more...]
Towns 'very nervous' in summer league debut
Towns 'very nervous' in summer league debut ESPN.com news services 0 Shares Print Karl-Anthony Towns acknowledged being "very nervous" prior to his professional debut Friday in the Las Vegas Summer League. "I started out like any other rookie," Towns said, according to the Minneapolis Star Tribune. "I ain't going to lie -- I had a lot of butterflies. "I was very nervous, … [Read more...]
Chicago White Sox at Chicago Cubs Free Pick and Betting Lines July 11, 2015
Chicago White Sox at Chicago Cubs Free Pick and Betting Lines. The 46-39 Chicago Cubs play host to the 40-44 Chicago White Sox this afternoon in MLB action on the grass of Wrigley Field, July 11, 2015. The first pitch is scheduled for 4:05PM ET. Betting Odds Moneyline: White Sox +111/Cubs -121 O/U Total: N/A Pitching Matchup Chris Sale (L) W/L 7-4 WHIP 0.94 ERA 2.80 Jon Lester (L) W/L … [Read more...]
Toronto Blue Jays at Kansas City Royals Free Pick and Betting Lines July 11, 2015
Toronto Blue Jays at Kansas City Royals Free Pick and Betting Lines. The 51-33 Kansas City Royals again play host to the 44-45 Toronto Blue Jays today in MLB action on the grass of Kauffman Stadium, July 11, 2015. The first pitch is scheduled for 2:10PM ET. Betting Odds Moneyline: Blue Jays -111/Royals +101 O/U Total: 8 Pitching Matchup Mark Buehrle (L) W/L 9-5 WHIP 1.19 ERA 3.38 Chris … [Read more...]
Top recruits Harry Giles, Jayson Tatum ponder potential package deal
Top recruits Harry Giles, Jayson Tatum ponder potential package deal NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. — Two of the top recruits in the Class of 2016 couldn't help but notice last spring when longtime friends Tyus Jones and Jahlil Okafor achieved their goal of capturing the national championship together. Forwards Harry Giles and Jayson Tatum have spoken about trying to do something similar in college, … [Read more...]
Sterling in squad for Asia tour
Sterling in squad for Asia tour Liverpool have included Raheem Sterling in the squad to travel for the preseason tour of Asia, but there is no place for Fabio Borini or Jose Enrique. Mario Balotelli is also omitted, but the Italy international was recently given compassionate leave to miss Liverpool's first days of preseason training following the death of his adoptive father. #LFC have today … [Read more...]
Anibal Sanchez re-enacts Torii Hunter meltdown in front of Torii Hunter
Anibal Sanchez re-enacts Torii Hunter meltdown in front of Torii Hunter Minnesota Twins outfielder Torii Hunter has never been one to float under the radar. Even at age 39, he makes sure his presence is felt, heard, and definitely seen. His exposure this season has also been aided by his surprisingly productive numbers across the board —he's hitting .260 with 13 homers and 47 RBIs coming … [Read more...]
The Latest: Chris Froome in yellow on 8th stage of Tour (The Associated Press)
The Latest: Chris Froome in yellow on 8th stage of Tour (The Associated Press) MUR DE BRETAGNE, France (AP) -- The Latest from The Tour de France (all times local): … [Read more...]
Jack Eichel Picks A Number The Hockey Writers – The Hockey Writers
Jack Eichel Picks A Number The Hockey Writers - The Hockey Writers The decision that hockey fans around the World have been waiting on has finally been made, Jack Eichel has chosen the number he will wear. Okay, so it isn’t an Earth-shattering decision, but Sabres fans have been, impatiently, waiting to find out what number will be on the back of his jersey since he was taken by the Buffalo Sabres … [Read more...]
Newcastle sign up Wijnaldum from PSV
Newcastle sign up Wijnaldum from PSV Newcastle United have completed the signing of Georginio Wijnaldum from PSV Eindhoven. Netherlands international Wijnaldum, 24, has signed a five-year contract after Newcastle agreed to pay the third highest fee in their history, reported to be £14.5 million. IT'S OFFICIAL - @GWijnaldum signs for #NUFC! Full story: http://t.co/iDkcawZlBb. #WelcomeGini … [Read more...]