Dunk History: Blake Griffin defines 'Mozgov,' picks up Stoudemire's mantle As the summer wears on, with training camps and preseason play still off in (what feels like) the distant future, we turn our attention to the past. Join us as we while away a few late-summer moments recalling some of the most scintillating slams of yesteryear, the most thunderous throwdowns ever to sear themselves … [Read more...]
Derrick Rose on rape allegations: ‘I know the truth, and am confident I will be proven innocent’
Derrick Rose on rape allegations: 'I know the truth, and am confident I will be proven innocent' Chicago Bulls point guard Derrick Rose on Thursday denied claims made in a civil lawsuit that he and two friends drugged a woman, broke into her apartment and raped her, issuing a statement asserting his innocence. Rose sent his statement to multiple news outlets, including USA TODAY Sports: “I … [Read more...]
Lions Jaguars Pick – NFL Preseason – SportsBlog.com (blog)
Lions Jaguars Pick - NFL Preseason - SportsBlog.com (blog) Lions vs Jags Pick Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports The Detroit Lions and Jacksonville Jaguars will get together in Week 3 of the NFL preseason. The Lions, are out of the NFC North, and have split their first two preseason games. The Lions are still led under center by Matthew Stafford, and are seeking a healthy Calvin Johnson. Want Winning … [Read more...]
Puck Daddy’s Summer Series: The Vancouver Canucks from A to Zed
Puck Daddy's Summer Series: The Vancouver Canucks from A to Zed (Ed. Note: August is known to be a very quiet month in the hockey world. As we wait for September to arrive and training camps to begin, let’s learn a little history about all 30 teams. Behold, our summer A-Z(ed) series, in which we ask fans of all 30 teams to drop some knowledge on us! Add your own choices in the comments!) By: … [Read more...]
Sam Ukwuachu victim hires attorney John Clune
Sam Ukwuachu victim hires attorney John Clune An attorney who represents the woman who accused former Florida State quarterback Jameis Winston of sexual assault has been hired by the woman raped by former Baylor defensive end Sam Ukwuachu. John Clune confirmed to the Dallas Morning News that he's been retained by the former Baylor soccer player. She's also being represented by a Waco-area … [Read more...]
Thousands of fans show up for American Pharoah’s gallop (The Associated Press)
Thousands of fans show up for American Pharoah's gallop (The Associated Press) American Pharoah has taken a glorious gallop around Saratoga Race Course to the cheers of thousands of fans the day before the Triple Crown winner runs in the Travers Stakes. The turnout Friday morning may have been the largest to see American Pharoah on a day he isn't racing. The first Triple Crown winner in 37 … [Read more...]
Mariners fire GM Jack Zduriencik amid disappointing season
Mariners fire GM Jack Zduriencik amid disappointing season The Seattle Mariners announced Friday morning that they have fired general manager Jack Zduriencik. Assistant GM Jeff Kingston will take over the role for the rest of the 2015 season, but team president Kevin Mather said in a statement that the search for a new GM will begin immediately. Zduriencik was hired as Seattle's GM in … [Read more...]
Spurs confirm signing of Leverkusen's Son
Spurs confirm signing of Leverkusen's Son Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed the signing of South Korea international attacking midfielder Son Heung-Min from Bayer Leverkusen. The North London club announced the news on their Twitter feed, writing: "Heung-Min Son signs from Leverkusen subject to work permit and international clearance." CONFIRMED: Heung-Min Son signs from Leverkusen subject to … [Read more...]
Kirk Herbstreit's 2015 Herbie Awards and College Football Playoff picks – ESPN
Kirk Herbstreit's 2015 Herbie Awards and College Football Playoff picks - ESPN Kirk Herbstreit, College Football analyst Close Kirk Herbstreit has been an ESPN college football studio analyst since August 1996. Herbstreit, who joined ESPN in September 1995 as a college football sideline analyst for ESPN2, is also a game analyst for ESPN's Thursday night college football telecasts. 0 … [Read more...]
Feeling uncomfortable, Spieth stumbles out of The Barclays gate
Feeling uncomfortable, Spieth stumbles out of The Barclays gate Jordan Spieth didn't mince words after his 4-over 74 to open The Barclays. “I would argue that this was — after the tee shots — the worst round I’ve played in years,” Spieth said Thursday after his round at Plainfield Country Club. The score was Spieth's worst since an opening-round, 3-over 75 at The Players back in May. Spieth … [Read more...]