Philadelphia Union sacks CEO Nick Sakiewicz Philadelphia Union owner Jay Sugarman has sacked CEO Nick Sakiewicz just 24 hours after the MLS club lost on penalty kicks to Sporting Kansas City in the final of the 2015 US Open Cup. In a statement, Sakiewicz said “I enjoyed my time at the Philadelphia Union, and am proud of […] Philadelphia Union owner Jay Sugarman has sacked CEO Nick Sakiewicz … [Read more...]
Watch Mike Vick pancake Ravens cornerback on Le’Veon Bell TD
Watch Mike Vick pancake Ravens cornerback on Le'Veon Bell TD When we considered whether Mike Vick could be an adequate replacement for Ben Roethlisberger, we admit we didn't consider Vick's blocking skills on the positive side of the ledger. Consider it reconsidered. [Yahoo Daily Fantasy Football: Enter our $1 Million Week 4 contest] Watch the 35-year-old Vick get out in front of Le'Veon … [Read more...]
New Timberwolves forward Nemanja Bjelica has a totally delightful nickname
New Timberwolves forward Nemanja Bjelica has a totally delightful nickname Fans take some time to learn about new NBA players, and that's especially true when the man in question comes from overseas. Without the familiarity of a notable college or prep career, foreign basketball players do not come into the league with a known personality or playing style. Such things come in time, but the … [Read more...]
In pursuit of No. 28: The Yankees are going back to the playoffs
In pursuit of No. 28: The Yankees are going back to the playoffs After a two year hiatus, the New York Yankees are heading back to the playoffs. The team clinched a playoff berth Thursday, defeating the Boston Red Sox 4-1. Amazingly, the victory was also the franchise's 10,000th win. With the Toronto Blue Jays clinching the AL East on Wednesday, the Yankees are essentially locked in to the … [Read more...]
Muhammad Ali honored in his Kentucky hometown (The Associated Press)
Muhammad Ali honored in his Kentucky hometown (The Associated Press) Muhammad Ali won another round of love and appreciation for his achievements as a fighter in and out of the ring. The latest celebration of the three-time world heavyweight champion and self-proclaimed ''Greatest Of All Time'' featured former champions and Larry Holmes and George Foreman, two notable erstwhile opponents … [Read more...]
BDL 25: Greg Monroe’s arrival, Jabari Parker’s return and the weird, wild Bucks
BDL 25: Greg Monroe's arrival, Jabari Parker's return and the weird, wild Bucks The NBA offseason has brought many changes to rosters, coaching staffs and the list of championship contenders. As we draw closer to opening night, it's time to move our focus from the potential impact of each offseason event and onto the broader issues that figure to define this season. The BDL 25 takes stock … [Read more...]
It’s time to stop and appreciate the phenom that is Robert Lewandowski
It’s time to stop and appreciate the phenom that is Robert Lewandowski In a 2006 New York Times article, the late David Foster Wallace described something he coined as a “Federer Moment,” coined for the now legendary tennis player: “These are times, as you watch the young Swiss play, when the jaw drops and eyes protrude and sounds are made that bring […] In a 2006 New York Times article, … [Read more...]
Ben Carson: Confederate flag is acceptable on private property
Ben Carson: Confederate flag is acceptable on private property Ben Carson isn't a fan of abolishing the Confederate flag completely. The Republican presidential candidate was with seven-time Sprint Cup Series champion Richard Petty at one of Petty's Victory Junction camps on Monday. Given that he was in the presence of NASCAR greatness he was asked about the Confederate flag, which has been … [Read more...]
StewPod#19: Who’s the scariest team in the MLB postseason?
StewPod#19: Who's the scariest team in the MLB postseason? This is The StewPod, our baseball podcast with a dash of pop culture. If you dig the show, please subscribe and review us on iTunes. October is here, so for baseball teams entering into the postseason, the stakes are high. (You'll note the song selection on this week's podcast.) So on this week's podcast, we're delving into a few of … [Read more...]
Preview Thursday’s Steelers-Ravens game with Yahoo’s Charles Robinson
Preview Thursday's Steelers-Ravens game with Yahoo's Charles Robinson Grandstanding: A Yahoo Sports podcastSubscribe via iTunes or via RSS feed Thursday night's Steelers-Ravens game is a fascinating one for several reasons. First, the 0-3 Ravens are in a world of hurt, with virtually no statistical chance of making the playoffs. Next, the Steelers are without marquee quarterback Ben … [Read more...]