Marek Vs. Wyshynski Podcast: Mike Heika on Tyler Seguin, Dallas Stars; Rinaldo hit It's a Thursday edition of Marek vs. Wyshynski podcast, in which we discussed: - The Zac Rinaldo hit vs. Flyers, which Marek doesn't even think was a penalty. - Mike Heika of the Dallas Morning News brings the smarts on the Dallas Stars and the Western Conference. - A bit more Tortorella - News about our … [Read more...]
Muhammad Ali tweets support, unity for Louisville in scandal (The Associated Press)
Muhammad Ali tweets support, unity for Louisville in scandal (The Associated Press) LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- Muhammad Ali has tweeted support for the University of Louisville and basketball coach Rick Pitino despite a scandal in which an escort alleged in a book that former Cardinals staffer Andre McGee hired her and other dancers to strip and have sex with recruits and players. … [Read more...]
Southern Freedom and Procurement dead-heat at Santa Anita (The Associated Press)
Southern Freedom and Procurement dead-heat at Santa Anita (The Associated Press) ARCADIA, Calif. (AP) -- Southern Freedom and Procurement dead-heated at the finish line in the $59,000 Southern California Sports Broadcasters Purse on Thursday at Santa Anita. … [Read more...]
Ian Crocker interview; World Soccer Talk Radio (10.22.15)
Ian Crocker interview; World Soccer Talk Radio (10.22.15) Listen to the latest episode of World Soccer Talk Radio featuring an interview with soccer commentator Ian Crocker. During the interview, the Sky Sports commentator discusses many of the most memorable matches, players and stadiums from his 25-year career in broadcasting. Plus, he chats about his favorite club, West Ham […] Listen to … [Read more...]
Arizona Coyotes scrum to keep Rangers puck from crossing goal line (Video)
Arizona Coyotes scrum to keep Rangers puck from crossing goal line (Video) The New York Rangers thought they scored a goal in the first period of their game against the Arizona Coyotes. Derek Stepan appeared to celebrate the score off a scrum. Except there was no goal. The referee blew the play dead and the above replay showed the Coyotes teamed up to keep the puck from crossing the goal … [Read more...]
NBA Fantasy Trends: Abusing the Default Rankings 2
NBA Fantasy Trends: Abusing the Default Rankings 2 Welcome back for the second edition! In case you missed the first one about the ESPN rankings, go ahead and bang it here. There is also some introduction stuff to think about during your draft, as well.Moving on, I did several mock drafts in the past few days with the public and really noticed a couple things. For some reason, the … [Read more...]
Bill Walton stoked Amgen Tour will start in San Diego (The Associated Press)
Bill Walton stoked Amgen Tour will start in San Diego (The Associated Press) Basketball Hall of Famer Bill Walton was so stoked to hear that the 2016 Amgen Tour of California will start in his hometown that he rode his custom bike - with a Grateful Dead paint job - from his home near Balboa Park to the news conference on the waterfront. ''I love my bike and I love San Diego,'' Walton said … [Read more...]
Tyson Chandler takes issue with Mark Cuban’s view of his 2nd Mavs exit
Tyson Chandler takes issue with Mark Cuban's view of his 2nd Mavs exit Veteran center Tyson Chandler left the Dallas Mavericks for the second time in his career this summer, opting to sign a lucrative four-year free-agent deal with the Phoenix Suns. The news was not especially surprising — the Mavs made the pursuit of DeAndre Jordan their top offseason priority and seemed content to let … [Read more...]
Alex Gordon left batting practice after a foul ball resulted in a bloody nose
Alex Gordon left batting practice after a foul ball resulted in a bloody nose The Kansas City Royals experienced a minor scare Thursday, as outfielder Alex Gordon had to leave batting practice after being hit in the face with a foul ball. The incident left Gordon with a bloody nose. There's no need to fret, Royals fans. Gordon appears to be fine. Alex Gordon got hit on the nose by a foul … [Read more...]
NFL draft: Prospects who could boost their stocks most down the stretch
NFL draft: Prospects who could boost their stocks most down the stretch It's the midpoint of the college football season, and the NFL draft picture is starting to come into better focus. But by no means is anything set in stone, and there are several volatile player stocks still out there. With that in mind, and being the positive-thinking folks we are, here are the 10 college players we … [Read more...]