Hall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas to get pacemaker (The Associated Press) Hall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas is scheduled to have a permanent pacemaker implanted after he became ill last weekend in Pennsylvania. The trainer was hospitalized Saturday night and had a temporary pacemaker installed, the Form said. … [Read more...]
Strong performances have Mario Balotelli in line for first start of the season
Strong performances have Mario Balotelli in line for first start of the season Milan (AFP) – Mario Balotelli could make his first start since returning to AC Milan as the Rossoneri travel to Udinese on Tuesday looking to build on their gutsy 3-2 win over Palermo at the weekend. Balotelli re-joined Milan on a season-long loan deal last month after a disastrous year […] Milan (AFP) – Mario … [Read more...]
Daniel Murphy loses track of outs, kills Mets first-inning rally
Daniel Murphy loses track of outs, kills Mets first-inning rally Even with base coaches and large, shiny scoreboards reminding them after every pitch, major leaguers still manage to forget the number of outs from time to time. It's a reminder to the rest of us that these guys are all human, despite their advanced skill level and usually sharp awareness. But that doesn't make it any less … [Read more...]
Roy Nelson still skeptical in new era of UFC drug testing
Roy Nelson still skeptical in new era of UFC drug testing Roy Nelson has been a heavyweight fighter in the UFC for half a decade, and in that time, "Big Country" has fought 14 times against former champions and contenders in an era that can only be described as confusing. Nelson debuted as a winner of "The Ultimate Fighter" reality show in 2009. At the time, steroids were rampant and … [Read more...]
Why everyone loves to hate Diego Costa
Why everyone loves to hate Diego Costa Chances are, if you have a passion for the game of soccer and are not specifically a Chelsea supporter, you most likely (strongly) dislike the Blues from London. The Premier League bad boys are a mixture of arrogance, brashness and talent, with players and a manager that are immensely polarizing. […] Chances are, if you have a passion for the game of … [Read more...]
Ryan Braun to have offseason back surgery
Ryan Braun to have offseason back surgery Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun has experienced a resurgence this season, but it's going to end on a sour note. The 31-year-old outfielder admitted Monday that he'll have to undergo back surgery during the offseason. Braun has missed the past three games due to a stiff back, but the issue has bothered him for a couple weeks now. While he … [Read more...]
Erik Karlsson grows tired of ‘doesn’t play defense’ critics
Erik Karlsson grows tired of ‘doesn’t play defense’ critics TORONTO – Entering his seventh NHL season, Erik Karlsson already has two Norris trophies to this credit, including last season’s award for being the NHL’s best defenseman. He’s inspected them thoroughly for any strings attached or caveats, and has yet to find one, despite some critics continuing to claim he has gaping holes in his … [Read more...]
Report: Alabama WR Robert Foster out for season
Report: Alabama WR Robert Foster out for season Alabama will reportedly be without an offensive starter for the rest of the season. According to Al.com, wide receiver Robert Foster won’t play again in 2015 after suffering a torn rotator cuff in Saturday night’s loss to Ole Miss. The injury reportedly occurred “late in the first half” when Foster landed awkwardly “while competing with a … [Read more...]
10 things we learned from gameweek 29 of MLS
10 things we learned from gameweek 29 of MLS Here are the 10 things we learned from week 29 of the MLS season. 1. Frank Yallop sacked Chicago’s nightmare is finally over. The Fire sacked Frank Yallop on Sunday morning, in the aftermath of another dispiriting, sparsely attended home loss — this time to lowly Orlando City. This move […] Here are the 10 things we learned from week 29 of the … [Read more...]
Cardinals lose Yadier Molina to slight torn ligament in thumb
Cardinals lose Yadier Molina to slight torn ligament in thumb A September swoon has left the St. Louis Cardinals in a dangerous position with just 13 games left to play. The team has gone through a bit of a slump lately, allowing both the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Chicago Cubs to gain ground during the final month of the regular season. Though the Cardinals still have the upper hand, … [Read more...]