What are the Vancouver Canucks getting in Brandon Sutter? Tuesday, July 28, 2015 shall now and forever be known as ‘Brandon Sutter Love-fest Day’. First, there was Pittsburgh GM Jim Rutherford saying that Sutter, who he dealt to Vancouver in a package for Nick Bonino earlier in the day, was “one of my favorite guys.” This was the second time the GM has dealt the center in three years. Then … [Read more...]
Twitter reacts to Tom Brady’s upheld four-game suspension
Twitter reacts to Tom Brady's upheld four-game suspension The NFL has upheld Tom Brady's four-game suspension for his involvement in the whole deflate-gate fiasco, and Twitter has responded with characteristic tact, restraint, and solemn respect. My assistant Jack Daniels and I actually destroy a cell phone every four months or so. Usually just the screen but I get it.— Chris Long … [Read more...]
Billy Hurley III asking for help in finding missing father
Billy Hurley III asking for help in finding missing father GAINESVILLE, Va. -- Billy Hurley III made a public plea on Tuesday at the Quicken Loans National in the search for his father, Willard Hurley Jr., who has been missing for the last nine days. Hurley cried as he explained that his father, a retired police officer, hasn't been seen since getting into his 1998 Ford F150 truck and … [Read more...]
The NBA’s all-time starting five: Boston Celtics
The NBA's all-time starting five: Boston Celtics You’re in your second semester of AP Basketball History, you love really good teams, and you love lists. With precious little drama left in the NBA’s 2015 offseason, why don’t we hit the barroom and/or barbershop, pour ourselves a frosty mug of Barbicide, and get to arguin’ over each franchise’s most formidable starting five-man lineup. … [Read more...]
With Ben Zobrist trade, Royals solidify themselves as a World Series team
With Ben Zobrist trade, Royals solidify themselves as a World Series team Many people didn't believe. They didn't believe that the Kansas City Royals, who were one win from a World Series title last year, could do it again. They didn't believe the team was built to withstand the tough AL Central. They didn't believe that last year's Cinderella could be this year's belle of the ball. [Follow … [Read more...]
Jimbo Fisher: Dalvin Cook won’t practice until battery case resolved
Jimbo Fisher: Dalvin Cook won't practice until battery case resolved It looks like Florida State will be without running back Dalvin Cook when preseason camp begins on Aug. 5. Seminoles head coach Jimbo Fisher said Tuesday morning on ESPN that Cook, who was charged with misdemeanor battery for allegedly punching a woman, would not be allowed to practice or work out with the team until the … [Read more...]
Soccer Morning (7.28.15) Charles Boehm interview
Soccer Morning (7.28.15) Charles Boehm interview Today’s episode of Soccer Morning features an interview with Charles Boehm. Jason kicks off today’s show with Charles Boehm (SoccerWire) to discuss USWNT players returning to the NWSL following their Women’s World Cup victory in Canada. Listen to the episode … Continue reading → Today’s episode of Soccer Morning features an interview with … [Read more...]
Toews in Machu Picchu; ’18 WJC host finalists; Konopka eyes NHL return (Puck Headlines)
Toews in Machu Picchu; '18 WJC host finalists; Konopka eyes NHL return (Puck Headlines) Here are your Puck Headlines: A glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in sports and the few, the proud, the mainstream hockey media. Have a link you want to submit? Email us at [email protected]. • Where in the world is Jonathan Toews? Hiking in Machu Picchu, … [Read more...]
Former NBA All-Star Vin Baker is training to manage a Starbucks
Former NBA All-Star Vin Baker is training to manage a Starbucks Like countless other players, coaches and basketball obsessives, Vin Baker headed to Las Vegas Summer League last month looking for a job. The four-time All-Star, whose career ended in 2006 after years of on-court decline brought on by off-court struggles with alcohol abuse and ballooning weight, trekked to the desert on the … [Read more...]
Report: Phillies want best trade offers for Cole Hamels by Wednesday
Report: Phillies want best trade offers for Cole Hamels by Wednesday The Philadelphia Phillies seem to be approaching their trade-deadline sale of ace Cole Hamels much like a realtor would sell an in-demand house. The Phillies have reportedly told teams around MLB that they want their best offers by Wednesday, essentially laying down a "best-and-final" scenario, so the Phils can pick their … [Read more...]