As camp begins, Rams know they want Foles long-term - FOXSports.com ST. LOUIS (AP) Before playing a down, Nick Foles has made a big impression on the St. Louis Rams. They like what they've seen so much that even before the start of training camp Friday, they were talking about a contract extension. General manager Les Snead said the Rams have been in contact with the agent for Foles, due for free … [Read more...]
Phinney to make comeback to cycling at Tour of Utah (The Associated Press)
Phinney to make comeback to cycling at Tour of Utah (The Associated Press) Taylor Phinney had to endure such a long rehab from a devastating injury that the Olympic cyclist picked up painting and learned to fly a plane, just to help pass the time. The former world pursuit champion and two-time national time trial champion will make his return to racing at the Tour of Utah, a seven-day stage … [Read more...]
Capitals re-sign Marcus Johansson for one year, $3.75M
Capitals re-sign Marcus Johansson for one year, $3.75M All day we waited to find out how much Marcus Johansson would make in his new contract. We waited, and waited to hear how an arbitrator ruled off a Wednesday hearing Instead, we found late Friday the Washington Capitals re-signed the forward to a one-year $3.75 million contract. Such would be a per-year raise for the forward, who made … [Read more...]
DeMarco Murray leaves little certainty on fantasy draft boards – SportingNews.com
DeMarco Murray leaves little certainty on fantasy draft boards - SportingNews.com Leave it to Chip Kelly to drive expectations of both the best and worst imaginable outcomes, even in fantasy football. But Kelly might not be the biggest factor in the polarizing opinions on DeMarco Murray, the most volatile player at the top of drafts. Even at an average draft position landing him 15.05 overall … [Read more...]
Friendlies: Lambert signs, nets two for WBA
Friendlies: Lambert signs, nets two for WBA Rickie Lambert enjoyed a whirlwind start to his West Brom career on Friday, marking his debut with two goals just hours after passing a medical and signing a two-year deal. The brace helped the Baggies to a 4-0 win over Bristol Rovers, where Lambert played from 2006-2009. The fee was agreed around lunchtime and Lambert travelled down to Birmingham for a … [Read more...]
Padres inquired about Paul Goldschmidt in trade talks for Craig Kimbrel
Padres inquired about Paul Goldschmidt in trade talks for Craig Kimbrel Coming off one of the most aggressive offseason's in recent memory, San Diego Padres general manager A.J. Preller surprisingly allowed Friday's non-waiver trade deadline to pass without making a major deal. As has been reported, Preller remained active in talks for many of his big trade pieces, which included All-Star … [Read more...]
Heyman: Jays, Mets among deadline winners
Heyman: Jays, Mets among deadline winners The trade deadline week saw three ace pitchers move, along with arguably the game's best shortstop. Sure, the final day was mostly a dud. But all the days leading up to the last one were nothing short of a thrill ride. As it turned out, almost all of the best work was done in the days that led up to deadline day, with top pitchers David Price, Johnny Cueto … [Read more...]
Heyman: Trade deadline winners and losers
Heyman: Trade deadline winners and losers The trade deadline week saw three ace pitchers move, along with arguably the game's best shortstop. Sure, the final day was mostly a dud. But all the days leading up to the last one were nothing short of a thrill ride. As it turned out, almost all of the best work was done in the days that led up to deadline day, with top pitchers David Price, Johnny Cueto … [Read more...]
American Pharoah poised for more racing history in Haskell (The Associated Press)
American Pharoah poised for more racing history in Haskell (The Associated Press) From a beauty salon in Beverly Hills to an intersection in Zurich people are talking about American Pharoah. All have chatted up either the owner, trainer or jockey of American Pharoah in the weeks after the horse became the first Triple Crown winner in 37 years with a sweep of the Kentucky Derby, Preakness … [Read more...]
Billy Hurley III’s father found in Texas hotel
Billy Hurley III's father found in Texas hotel The father of PGA Tour player Billy Hurley III has been found in Texas after his family didn't know his whereabouts for more than nine days. Willard Hurley Jr. was found "safe and sound" in the Lone Star state, according to Leesburg, Va., police. Someone recognized Hurley from news reports and notified police. Hurley declined to explain to … [Read more...]