Waiver Wired: Waiver Wired: Bang for the Buc We're just eight days away from the July 31 trade deadline, but so far there's been a lot of talk with no action. That should change very soon. By this time next week, hopefully we'll already be able to break down some of the fantasy fallout involved. With each trade deadline comes opportunity on the waiver wire, so be sure to stay alert. The best way … [Read more...]
The rebuild is over: Astros acquire Athletics pitcher Scott Kazmir
The rebuild is over: Astros acquire Athletics pitcher Scott Kazmir The Houston Astros have made the first big trade of the deadline. The club has acquired pitcher Scott Kazmir from the Oakland Athletics, signaling they are willing to go all in this season. [Play a Daily Fantasy contest for cash today!] #Athletics trade LHP Scott Kazmir to Houston for RHP Daniel Mengden and C Jacob … [Read more...]
Three Arkansas players arrested on suspicion of forgery
Three Arkansas players arrested on suspicion of forgery Arkansas was already poised for a fall next season after stars Bobby Portis and Michael Qualls both opted to enter the NBA draft. What happened Wednesday won't help. Arkansas has indefinitely suspended guard Anton Beard and forwards Jacorey Williams and Dustin Thomas after they were arrested on suspicion of first-degree forgery. The … [Read more...]
Cycling-Brilliant Bardet earns France second Tour stage win (Reuters)
Cycling-Brilliant Bardet earns France second Tour stage win (Reuters) (Writes through) By Julien Pretot ST JEAN DE MAURIENNE, France, July 23 (Reuters) - Romain Bardet gave France a second win in this year's Tour de France as he showed his amazing descending skills to clinch the 18th stage on Thursday. The AG2r-La Mondiale rider, sixth overall in the Tour last year, timed his attack … [Read more...]
Prospect of American Pharoah running boosts Saratoga season (The Associated Press)
Prospect of American Pharoah running boosts Saratoga season (The Associated Press) The possibility of Triple Crown winner American Pharoah running in the Travers Stakes has raised the level of excitement heading into Friday's opening of the 147th summer of thoroughbred racing at historic Saratoga Race Course. Owner Ahmed Zayat and Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert have not ruled American … [Read more...]
Cycling-We’re still too green, says Frenchman Bardet (Reuters)
Cycling-We're still too green, says Frenchman Bardet (Reuters) By Julien Pretot ST JEAN DE MAURIENNE, France, July 23 (Reuters) - A year after three Frenchmen raised local hopes in the Tour de France, the home nation's chances of another podium finish in Paris vanished early this year and Romain Bardet believes it is too soon to dream again. Bardet, who won the 18th stage in style on … [Read more...]
Sergio Ramos is 100% staying at Real Madrid, says Rafa Benitez
Sergio Ramos is 100% staying at Real Madrid, says Rafa Benitez Real Madrid manager Rafa Benitez is confident disgruntled defender Sergio Ramos will remain at the club past this summer. It has been well-publicized that Ramos and club president Florentino Perez have had a major falling out concerning various personal and professional … Continue reading → Real Madrid manager Rafa Benitez is … [Read more...]
Lamoriello leaves Devils for Leafs GM position
Lamoriello leaves Devils for Leafs GM position Lou Lamoriello is the new Maple Leafs GM. (USATSI) In what has to be one of the most shocking developments of the entire offseason, longtime New Jersey Devils executive Lou Lamoriello resigned from the only NHL organization he has ever known Thursday. If that wasn't surprising enough, it was revealed minutes later that Lamoriello signed on as the new … [Read more...]
Shutdown Countdown: Vikings welcome back a former MVP
Shutdown Countdown: Vikings welcome back a former MVP Shutdown Corner is previewing all 32 teams as we get ready for the NFL season, counting down the teams one per day in reverse order of our initial 2015 power rankings. No. 1 will be revealed on Aug. 8, the day before the preseason begins with the Hall of Fame Game in Canton. NO. 17: MINNESOTA VIKINGS Biggest NFL offseason acquisition … [Read more...]
The 10-man rotation, starring optimism about the NBA dealing with new billions
The 10-man rotation, starring optimism about the NBA dealing with new billions A look around the league and the Web that covers it. It's also important to note that the rotation order and starting nods aren't always listed in order of importance. That's for you, dear reader, to figure out. C: Bleacher Report. Howard Beck brings sunshine through the cloud cover provided last week by the words … [Read more...]