Kirkwood's Alton picks Mizzou - STLtoday.com COLUMBIA, Mo. • Kirkwood’s Jerod Alton picked up an offer from Missouri on Monday and didn’t waste any time deciding where he wants to play next year. Alton announced on Twitter Tuesday night that he’s committed to Mizzou. He later confirmed the decision while driving back from Columbia with his parents. “My family felt really comfortable,” he said … [Read more...]
Is Chip Kelly a racist? Nick Foles weighs in on his former head coach
Is Chip Kelly a racist? Nick Foles weighs in on his former head coach EARTH CITY, Mo. — The is-he-or-isn't-he talk about Chip Kelly being a racist is thorny stuff. A few black players who have been traded away — first LeSean McCoy, and most recently Brandon Boykin — have suggested the Philadelphia Eagles head coach might harbor some racist tendencies. But what about a white player Kelly … [Read more...]
Kocjan wins Stage 2 of Tour of Utah, Reijnen leads overall (The Associated Press)
Kocjan wins Stage 2 of Tour of Utah, Reijnen leads overall (The Associated Press) OGDEN, Utah (AP) -- Jure Kocjan finished with a final sprint to edge Robin Carpenter by a bike length to win Stage 2 of the Tour of Utah. Team SmartStop's Kocjan won the 100.3-mile stage in 3:37:27, followed by Hincapie Racing's Carpenter and BMC Racing's Brent Bookwalter. … [Read more...]
2015/16 Premier League team preview: Manchester City
2015/16 Premier League team preview: Manchester City Manuel Pellegrini wasn’t expected to make it past this summer after Manchester City finished the 2014-15 season with no silverware to show for their efforts. But the club’s owners have backed the Chilean coach, as he looks to secure a … Continue reading → Manuel Pellegrini wasn’t expected to make it past this summer after Manchester City … [Read more...]
Canucks give Brandon Sutter 5-year, $21.875M extension week after trade
Canucks give Brandon Sutter 5-year, $21.875M extension week after trade Not long after he had acquired Brandon Sutter via trade with the Pittsburgh Penguins last week, Vancouver Canucks GM Jim Benning was already talking extension with the 26-year old center. On Tuesday that extension became a reality as the two sides hammered out a five-year, $21.875 million deal. That’s a cap hit of $4.35 … [Read more...]
Todd Gurley making progress returning to field but still being held back by Rams
Todd Gurley making progress returning to field but still being held back by Rams EARTH CITY, Mo. — Todd Gurley wasn't able to do much Tuesday to thrill St. Louis Rams fans who are itching to see just what the No. 10 back in the draft can accomplish. The Rams engaged in their first full-team full-pads practice of the summer, and all Gurley could do — shackled by the trainers and coaches — was … [Read more...]
Welington Castillo ate Beef Wellington for the first time, because why not?
Welington Castillo ate Beef Wellington for the first time, because why not? Any food fan is immediately reminded of Beef Wellington any time they think about Arizona Diamondbacks catcher Welington Castillo. It's an easy connection to make, even though the words are spelled differently. [ELSEWHERE: Yep, the Mets are back in sole possession of first place.] Well, after a strong three game … [Read more...]
Who reaches Super Bowl 50? 2015 NFL record projections for all 32 teams – USA TODAY
Who reaches Super Bowl 50? 2015 NFL record projections for all 32 teams - USA TODAY Is Packers QB Aaron Rodgers ready to claim his second Super Bowl ring?(Photo: Jeff Hanisch, USA TODAY Sports) The free agents have signed, the rookies have arrived, the suspensions have been doled out — and appealed to federal court — and now the NFL's players are back to work with training camps open around … [Read more...]
CFP providing $2,500 to familes for traveling
CFP providing $2,500 to familes for traveling The College Football Playoff will help cover travel costs for player's families. (USATSI) The College Football Playoff announced on Tuesday that it would be expanding its travel assistance for families of players playing in the semifinals and final. The Playoff will provide a $2,500 stipend per student-athlete to help with travel, hotel accommodations … [Read more...]
Cycling-Road-Tour de Pologne classification after stage 3 (Reuters)
Cycling-Road-Tour de Pologne classification after stage 3 (Reuters) Aug 4 (Infostrada Sports) - Classification from Tour de Pologne after Stage 3 on Tuesday 1. Marcel Kittel (Germany / Giant) 9:51:50" 2. Giacomo Nizzolo (Italy / Trek) +6" 3. Caleb Ewan (Australia / Orica) +10" 4. Marcus Burghardt (Germany / BMC Racing) 5. Niccolo Bonifazio (Italy / Lampre) +12" 6. Tom Van Asbroeck (Belgium / … [Read more...]