Greenville Swamp Rabbits see victory, flying carrots in home opener (Photos) When the Greenville Road Warriors announced they would be rebranded as the Swamp Rabbits in August their new logo vaulted to the top of the list of best in hockey sports. An angry rabbit in hockey gear holding a carrot stick? Good luck topping that. On Friday, the Swamp Rabbits won their home opener versus the South … [Read more...]
Pete Rose’s rain delay videobomb turns into Internet meme
Pete Rose's rain delay videobomb turns into Internet meme The addition of Pete Rose to the Fox Sports 1 broadcast team has definitely served its purpose for the still building sports network. Whether he's criticizing Josh Donaldson for not playing through a possible concussion, or bonding with Alex Rodriguez over not being liked, Rose manages to get people talking with just about every … [Read more...]
The Royals inspired one couple to name their newborn son ‘Royal’
The Royals inspired one couple to name their newborn son 'Royal' The Kansas City Royals baby boom may have quieted, but the Royals are still inspiring parents to name their newborn children after the now back-to-back American League champions. As we wrote in July, at least one Kansas City area hospital reported a notable increase in births during that month, which happened to come nine … [Read more...]
End of the Road 2015: Toronto Blue Jays
End of the Road 2015: Toronto Blue Jays After losing Game 6 of the ALCS to the Kansas City Royals on Friday, the Toronto Blue Jays have been eliminated from the MLB postseason. That means they've effectively come to the end of the road. As we'll do with each eliminated team this season, let's give them a send-off that would make Boyz II Men proud. We'll look at the highs and lows of their … [Read more...]
DraftKings daily fantasy value picks for Oct. 24 – NHL.com
DraftKings daily fantasy value picks for Oct. 24 - NHL.com Each day during the 2015-16 season, NHL.com's fantasy staff will identify one player at each position worth owning in DraftKings daily fantasy hockey contests. Based on factors including but not limited to matchups, line combinations, power-play usage, statistical coverage and recent production, we'll provide you with lower-priced options … [Read more...]
K-State’s Bill Snyder takes sideline hit, pops right back up (Video)
K-State's Bill Snyder takes sideline hit, pops right back up (Video) Kansas State head coach Bill Snyder may be 76 years old, but he can still take a hit. As Wildcats defensive back Morgan Burns brought back a first half kickoff, he was bumped out of bounds and right into Snyder. Bill Snyder takes a hit like a champ. He's 76 years old. pic.twitter.com/68R3IxMXCa— Sam Cooper (@SamDCooper) … [Read more...]
Empire Dreams wins Belmont’s $300,000 Empire Classic (The Associated Press)
Empire Dreams wins Belmont's $300,000 Empire Classic (The Associated Press) Empire Dreams beat Royal Posse by three-quarters of a length Saturday to win the $300,000 Empire Classic, the richest of the 11 races for New York breds at Belmont Park. It was the biggest victory for the 4-year-old gelding, who was ridden by Manny Franco and improved to 3-4-0 in eight Belmont starts. ''There was a … [Read more...]
Kerr not ready for regular season on sideline
Kerr not ready for regular season on sideline Ethan Sherwood Strauss, ESPN Staff Writer Close Covers the Golden State Warriors for ESPN.com Contributes to ESPN's TrueHoop blog Hosts TrueHoop TV Live 0 Shares print Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr will not be leading his team on opening night. General manager Bob Myers announced Saturday that Kerr is still suffering from back … [Read more...]
Mets' Cespedes feels better, ready for Game 1
Mets' Cespedes feels better, ready for Game 1 Mets outfielder Yoenis Cespedes had to depart Game 4 of the NLCS early due to a shoulder injury -- with controversy attached, since he had golfed earlier that day -- but the World Series doesn't start until Tuesday. He told reporters at a workout/press conference Saturday that he feels better. Will you be ready for game one? "Yes." - Cespedes … [Read more...]
Blues' Schwartz out 12 weeks with broken ankle
Blues' Schwartz out 12 weeks with broken ankle The injuries keep coming for the St. Louis Blues. The team announced on Saturday morning that forward Jaden Schwartz will be sidelined for at least the next 12 weeks due to a fractured ankle that he suffered in practice on Friday during a warmup drill. A first-round pick (No. 14 overall) by the Blues in 2010, Schwartz has developed into one of … [Read more...]