Baseball Daily Dose: Daily Dose: Arrieta's No-No Jake Arrieta has been the best pitcher on the Cubs all season, and he capped it off with a no-hitter vs. the Dodgers on Sunday night. The ace only allowed one walk and fanned 12 batters, striking out the side in the ninth inning to complete the feat. Arrieta improved his record to 17-6 in the process, becoming baseball’s first 17-game winner … [Read more...]
Has Trent Richardson carried his final ball for the Oakland Raiders?
Has Trent Richardson carried his final ball for the Oakland Raiders? It has become fairly obvious based on training-camp reports and preseason performances that Trent Richardson has an uphill climb to make the Oakland Raiders' 53-man roster. The former No. 3 overall pick has struggled, rushing 15 times for 42 yards. Yes, he burst through the hole, just like the salad days at Alabama, for a … [Read more...]
Arizona Diamondbacks at Colorado Rockies Free Pick and Betting Lines August 31, 2015
Arizona Diamondbacks at Colorado Rockies Free Pick and Betting Lines. The 52-76 Colorado Rockies play host to the 63-67 Arizona Diamondbacks tonight in MLB action on the grass of Coors Field, August 31, 2015. The first pitch is scheduled for 8:40PM ET. Betting Odds Moneyline: Arizona -116/Rockies +106 O/U Total: 10.5 Pitching Matchup Robbie Ray (L) W/L 3-10 WHIP 1.32 ERA 3.86 Chad … [Read more...]
DN Sports Desk Nebraska v. BYU score predictions – Daily Nebraskan
DN Sports Desk Nebraska v. BYU score predictions - Daily Nebraskan Josh Kelly, Senior Sports Editor - Nebraska 33, BYU 28 After what seems like one of the longest offseasons in Nebraska history, the Huskers will finally play under coach Mike Riley. There are suspensions, injuries, etc. that have affected both teams, changing the possible outcome at the same frequency as the temperature. … [Read more...]
Vincent Kompany relishing his link-up with Kevin De Bruyne at Manchester City
Vincent Kompany relishing his link-up with Kevin De Bruyne at Manchester City Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany is relishing the chance to play alongside international team-mate Kevin De Bruyne at club level. City finally announced on Sunday they had signed Belgium playmaker De Bruyne in a deal believed to be worth around £54million, a new club record. The club had been linked […] … [Read more...]
Yankees explode for 20 runs in win over Braves
Yankees explode for 20 runs in win over Braves Take a look around the league with Big League Stew's daily wrap up. We'll hit on all of the biggest moments from the day that you may have missed, while providing highlights, photos and interesting stats. The New York Yankees offense hasn't been as strong in recent weeks, but that changed Sunday. The club seemed to take out all their … [Read more...]
Training Camp Daily Dose: Dose: As The Redskins Turn
Training Camp Daily Dose: Dose: As The Redskins Turn The Redskins once again find themselves in the midst of a full-blown quarterback nightmare. On Friday, Robert Griffin III was surprisingly ruled out for the rest of the preseason with a concussion after reportedly being cleared earlier in the week. On Saturday, ESPN reported the team had already decided Kirk Cousins would start Week 1 even if … [Read more...]
Jake Arrieta tosses first career no-hitter against the Dodgers
Jake Arrieta tosses first career no-hitter against the Dodgers There is no longer any doubt concerning who is the ace of the Chicago Cubs. Jake Arrieta put that debate to rest Sunday, tossing a no-hitter against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Arrieta was masterful during the performance. He struck out 12 and walked just one during the outing. Arrieta seemed to get stronger as the game went on, … [Read more...]
Stellar Wind wins Torrey Pines Stakes for fillies at Del Mar (The Associated Press)
Stellar Wind wins Torrey Pines Stakes for fillies at Del Mar (The Associated Press) Stellar Wind won the $100,000 Torrey Pines Stakes for 3-year-old fillies by 4 1/4 lengths Sunday at Del Mar. Ridden by Victor Espinoza, Stellar Wind ran a mile in 1:36.43 and paid $3, $2.20 and $2.10. Espinoza returned from Saratoga in upstate New York at midnight after riding Triple Crown champion American … [Read more...]
Liverpool boss Rodgers targets a significant improvement after home setback
Liverpool boss Rodgers targets a significant improvement after home setback Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers admits his side have some work to do when they return from international duty. A surprise 3-0 defeat against West Ham – their first home league reverse against the Londoners in almost 52 years – exposed not only defensive weaknesses but creative shortcomings. Slaven Bilic set […] … [Read more...]