Boxing-Mayweather defends upcoming Berto fight (Reuters) By Jahmal Corner LOS ANGELES, Aug 6 (Reuters) - Floyd Mayweather's latest title defense began outside the ring on Thursday as he fought to validate his upcoming bout against Andre Berto. Mayweather, coming off his victory over Manny Pacquiao in May, is gearing up for what he says will be the final fight of his career on Sept. 12 at … [Read more...]
Reviewing Manchester United’s potential opponents in Champions League playoff
Reviewing Manchester United’s potential opponents in Champions League playoff Manchester United will learn who they will take on in the Champions League play-off round on Friday. Here, Press Association Sport looks at the five opponents United could face. Team: Club Brugge (Belgium) Domestic finish: Second in Belgian league Best performance in Champions League: Runner-up 1977/78 Route to … [Read more...]
Man sets world record for throwing a washing machine at Reds game
Man sets world record for throwing a washing machine at Reds game They say baseball is America's pastime. In fact, if you look up quotes about "baseball" and "America" you're sure to find flowery prose combining both topics. [Yahoo Sports Fantasy Football: Sign up and join a league today!] The Cincinnati Reds decided to take step up the patriotism surrounding the game recently. Baseball may … [Read more...]
Draft Analysis: Round-by-Round ADP Values
Draft Analysis: Round-by-Round ADP Values The concept of a “value pick” often brings to mind late-round fliers, but there’s value to be found across the board. The reverse is also true, with each round presenting its own value traps. Frame by frame, there both players going both too high and too low, creating value anywhere the discerning owner is willing to find it. Going round by round, here are … [Read more...]
Watch as this softball player hits a home run on a behind-the-back swing
Watch as this softball player hits a home run on a behind-the-back swing Over the years, we've seen some pretty unique home runs. We've experienced inside-the-park dingers, home runs that have bounced off Jose Canseco's head and players hit bombs from one knee. [Yahoo Sports Fantasy Football: Sign up and join a league today!] Well, this was something completely different. It may not have … [Read more...]
She’s Not Here rallies to win at Del Mar (The Associated Press)
She's Not Here rallies to win at Del Mar (The Associated Press) DEL MAR, Calif. (AP) -- She's Not Here rallied to edge fellow long-shot Beat of The Drum by 1 3/4 lengths Thursday at Del Mar in the $78,000 feature race for fillies and mares. … [Read more...]
Libel suit against American Pharoah owner thrown out (The Associated Press)
Libel suit against American Pharoah owner thrown out (The Associated Press) NEWARK, N.J. (AP) -- A libel lawsuit has been dismissed against the owner of Triple Crown winner American Pharoah. … [Read more...]
Tony Stewart trying to block out Ward incident as he preps for Watkins Glen
Tony Stewart trying to block out Ward incident as he preps for Watkins Glen If you're looking for a track that encapsulates Tony Stewart's Sprint Cup Series career, Watkins Glen is a pretty good start. Stewart has won five times at the Glen, the most of any Sprint Cup Series driver. But he's also missed the last two races at the track. In 2013, he was absent because he broke his leg in a … [Read more...]