Michael Futa keeps LA Kings away from rebuild (Puck Daddy Interview) Michael Futa is one of the the hottest non-general manager management names in hockey. Since he arrived with the Los Angeles Kings in 2007 as the team’s co-director of amateur scouting, Futa has helped acquire one of the top groups of young players through the draft. He helped select Drew Doughty, Kyle Clifford, Dwight … [Read more...]
Report: Kings hire ex-Mavs VP Roland Beech as new head of analytics
Report: Kings hire ex-Mavs VP Roland Beech as new head of analytics The Sacramento Kings' decision last month to "part ways" with director of player personnel Dean Oliver, one of the foremost pioneers in the field of basketball analytics and the author of the seminal book "Basketball on Paper", was initially presented as an indication of Kings head honcho Vlade Divac's staunch opposition to … [Read more...]
David Robertson helps Illinois families ravaged by tornado
David Robertson helps Illinois families ravaged by tornado On the field, David Robertson's sole focus is providing relief and saving games for the Chicago White Sox. Once the stadium lights go though out and Robertson takes off his uniform, his focus shifts to his every day responsibilities and his interests that go well beyond baseball. Chief among those would be his non-profit organization … [Read more...]
Watson, then Mickelson make par-4 eagles at the PGA Championship
Watson, then Mickelson make par-4 eagles at the PGA Championship SHEBOYGAN, Wis. -- Whistling Straits is playing more difficult on Sunday for the final round of the PGA Championship, but that doesn't mean good scores aren't to be had. Bubba Watson and Phil Mickelson both showed that the par-4 sixth hole, playing just 355 yards, can be where a big move is made for the leaders. Watson drove … [Read more...]
Premier League Sunday, Gameweek 2 TV times and open thread
Premier League Sunday, Gameweek 2 TV times and open thread Here’s today’s TV schedule for viewers/readers in the United States: Crystal Palace vs Arsenal, 8:30am, NBCSNManchester City vs Chelsea, 11am, NBCSN SEE MORE • Where to find Premier League Extra Time and how to use NBC Sports Live Extra Before, during or after today’s matches, join the conversation in the comments section below […] … [Read more...]
Nationals record memorable 3-4-1 putout after wild deflection
Nationals record memorable 3-4-1 putout after wild deflection As you've probably read on this website or heard on a national baseball program, not a lot has gone right for the Washington Nationals of late. In fact, with Saturday's 12-6 loss to the San Francisco Giants, they are now 58-58, which simply isn't going to get it done in the National League. In the midst of that most recent loss, … [Read more...]
No. 10 Oregon: The Ducks are the class of the Pac-12 North, even without Mariota
No. 10 Oregon: The Ducks are the class of the Pac-12 North, even without Mariota Dr. Saturday will unveil its preseason Top 25 team-by-team during the next 25 days. This list is based on returning starters, schedule and prospects. However, we all know that once the games begin, things can change very quickly. Still, we thought we’d give our best guess heading into the 2015 season. No. 10 … [Read more...]
Current Liverpool side Rodgers' best – Howe
Current Liverpool side Rodgers' best - Howe Eddie Howe believes Brendan Rodgers is on the verge of building his strongest Liverpool team to date. The Bournemouth manager on Monday takes his team to Anfield for their second Premier League fixture of the season, having lost their first 1-0 to Aston Villa -- a day before Liverpool won by the same scoreline at Stoke. Howe is familiar with Rodgers … [Read more...]
Bure plans league for retired international stars
Bure plans league for retired international stars Pavel Bure's number is retired by the Vancouver Canucks. (USATSI) Hockey Hall of Famer Pavel Bure last appeared in an NHL game during the 2002-03 season before injury issues resulted in a premature end to his career at the age of 31. More than a decade later Bure is leading the charge to help get retired players back on the ice in a competitive … [Read more...]
Harden says Lawson 'more focused than ever'
Harden says Lawson 'more focused than ever' ESPN.com news services 0 Shares Print James Harden recently spent some time with new teammate Ty Lawson and came away convinced that the point guard, who reportedly has completed a court-mandated stay in rehab, will be an asset for the Houston Rockets. Harden, who is close with Lawson, told the Houston Chronicle that he "spent … [Read more...]