Trainer: California Chrome to return to racing in 2016 (The Associated Press) Trainer Art Sherman says California Chrome, winner of the 2014 Kentucky Derby and Horse of the Year, will return to racing next year. The 4-year-old colt is currently recovering from a bone bruise injury at Taylor Made Farm in Kentucky, which triggered speculation that his racing career might be over. Sherman … [Read more...]
Pedro expected to join Manchester United later this week, say reports
Pedro expected to join Manchester United later this week, say reports Following his side’s 1-0 win over Club America on Friday, Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal hinted there could be a “surprise” signing in the coming days. When asked about United’s lack of scoring options, Van Gaal responded: “I am … Continue reading → Following his side’s 1-0 win over Club America on Friday, … [Read more...]
Offseason Low Down: Eagles Fantasy Preview
Offseason Low Down: Eagles Fantasy Preview Eagles Year in Review2014 Pass Attempts Rank: 5th (621)2014 Rush Attempts Rank: 7th (474)2014 Total Offensive Plays Rank: 1st (1,127)2014 Yards Per Play Rank: 11th (5.6)Projected Starting LineupQB: Sam BradfordRB: DeMarco MurrayWR: Jordan MatthewsWR: Nelson AgholorTE: Brent CelekTE: Zach ErtzLT: Jason PetersLG: Allen BarbreC: Jason KelceRG: Matt TobinRT: … [Read more...]
Nolan Arenado amazes again with jump-throw from foul territory
Nolan Arenado amazes again with jump-throw from foul territory The Colorado Rockies may not be winning many games this season, but the left side of their infield is still providing must-see highlights on an almost daily basis. On Friday, All-Star Troy Tulowitzki dazzled us when he debuted his reverse jump-throw to start a 6-4-3 double play against Justin Upton. On Saturday, first-time … [Read more...]
5 things to look forward to in the final round of the 144th British Open
5 things to look forward to in the final round of the 144th British Open The Old Course delivered an exciting British Open Sunday. The best part? There's still one day to go at St. Andrews. Storylines abound. An amateur is co-leading. The guy who won the last time the Old Course hosted is there, too. And, oh yeah, Jordan Spieth still has a chance at the third leg of the single-season Grand … [Read more...]
Army CB Josh Jenkins reportedly injured in fight with teammate
Army CB Josh Jenkins reportedly injured in fight with teammate Army cornerback Josh Jenkins was reportedly injured in an early-July fight with a teammate and it's reportedly unclear if he will be able to continue his football career. According to the Times Herald-Record, Jenkins was injured in an alleged altercation with former Army player Seth Combs. Combs was dismissed from the team after … [Read more...]
Cycling-Road-Tour de France youth classification after stage 15 (Reuters)
Cycling-Road-Tour de France youth classification after stage 15 (Reuters) July 19 (Infostrada Sports) - Youth Classification Tour de France after Stage 15 on Sunday 1. Nairo Quintana (Colombia / Movistar) 60:02:04" 2. Warren Barguil (France / Giant) +7:53" 3. Romain Bardet (France / AG2R) +10:00" 4. Thibaut Pinot (France / FDJ) +27:47" 5. Peter Sagan (Slovakia / Tinkoff - Saxo) +1:02:24" 6. … [Read more...]
Another major Sunday, another disappointment for Dustin Johnson
Another major Sunday, another disappointment for Dustin Johnson ST. ANDREWS, Scotland — It was all right there for the taking. The course was playing easy, the field was arrayed behind him, every stick in the bag was working the way it should have. Still, Dustin Johnson couldn't get it done. Once again, a major Sunday has arrived with Dustin Johnson in control, and once again, the sun has … [Read more...]
MLS unable to generate TV ratings boost from Women’s World Cup
MLS unable to generate TV ratings boost from Women’s World Cup On a rare day last month when there were no Women’s World Cup or Copa America games played due to rest days in the tournaments, MLS had the perfect opportunity to ride the wave from the record Women’s World Cup and Copa … Continue reading → On a rare day last month when there were no Women’s World Cup or Copa America games … [Read more...]
Chronicles of Stanley: Corey Crawford and the man with the Blackhawks tattoo (on his head)
Chronicles of Stanley: Corey Crawford and the man with the Blackhawks tattoo (on his head) The Chronicles of Stanley is an occasional series this summer that tracks the Chicago Blackhawks as they each get their special alone time with the Stanley Cup. Corey Crawford takes the #StanleyCup to his old high school (HBS) (Châteauguay, QC) @NHLBlackhawks @HockeyHallFame … [Read more...]