The Arizona Bowl is a matchup for Mountain West bragging rights Nova Home Loans Arizona BowlNevada (6-6) vs. Colorado State (7-5)Tucson, ArizonaDec. 29, 2015 The Arizona Bowl is a conference game. But it's a bowl game. So it's not a conference game. Tuesday's matchup between Mountain West mates Nevada and Colorado State is the first time since 1979 that two teams from the same conference … [Read more...]
The 20 most memorable college basketball games of 2015
The 20 most memorable college basketball games of 2015 Yahoo Sports will be recapping the best and worst of 2015 in college basketball this week. Here's a look at 2015's 20 most memorable games: 1. Wisconsin 71, Kentucky 64 (April 4): The question that dominated college basketball last season was whether there was a team that could beat Kentucky. Turns out it was the team that almost beat … [Read more...]
2015 Reviews: Richard Petty Motorsports
2015 Reviews: Richard Petty Motorsports Welcome to our 2015 reviews. Instead of going driver-by-driver we're going to review teams this year. We're starting from the bottom of the standings and working our way up. It's time for Richard Petty Motorsports. Drivers (standings in parenthesis): Aric Almirola (17th), Sam Hornish Jr. (26th) Highlights: Almirola had three top-five finishes and six … [Read more...]
John Carlson misses 1st game after 412 straight appearances
John Carlson misses 1st game after 412 straight appearances Washingon Capitals defenseman John Carlson has finally gotten his due in recent years after being underrated for some time. He skates well, has offensive pop and plays a lot of minutes – not just on a nightly basis, but seasonally. Since 2010, when he became a regular for the Capitals, Carlson has played 410 straight games. Factor … [Read more...]
MJ congratulates Kobe on 'unbelievable career'
MJ congratulates Kobe on 'unbelievable career' 7:58 PM ET 0 Shares print CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Like many teams have done in arenas that Kobe Bryant is visiting for the final time this season before he retires, the Charlotte Hornets aired a video tribute to the Los Angeles Lakers icon before the game. But the Hornets' tribute video was different. Instead of showing highlights … [Read more...]
Yankees choice: Best bullpen ever, or one excellent trade chip
Yankees choice: Best bullpen ever, or one excellent trade chip New York Yankees games are only going to last six innings next season. Following the club's blockbuster trade for Cincinnati Reds closer Aroldis Chapman, the opposing team will be all but doomed once the seventh inning begins. As currently constructed, Chapman will join Dellin Betances and Andrew Miller to form one of the most … [Read more...]
Cal vs. Air Force: Armed Forces Bowl preview – Sports Illustrated
Cal vs. Air Force: Armed Forces Bowl preview - Sports Illustrated Air Force (8-5) vs. Cal (7-5) Dec. 29, 2:00 p.m. ET (ESPN) Reason to watch Bowl games are supposed to pit two unlikely opponents against one another, and the Armed Forces Bowl is a prime example of matching up two teams with two vastly different styles. Cal was one of the nation’s early-season surprises, racing out to a 5–0 start … [Read more...]
Who has the inside track for the top pick in the 2016 NFL draft?
Who has the inside track for the top pick in the 2016 NFL draft? There's not of ton of mystery heading into Week 17 in terms of the playoffs, but there still is some doubt over the other end of the spectrum. The first pick in the 2016 NFL draft is still up for grabs, and it's down to two teams. Either the Tennessee Titans or Cleveland Browns will end up with that honor, and the Titans appear … [Read more...]
Oklahoma QB Baker Mayfield still harbors ill feelings toward TCU
Oklahoma QB Baker Mayfield still harbors ill feelings toward TCU Oklahoma quarterback Baker Mayfield may have been a Davey O’Brien and Heisman finalist, but he still plays with a chip on his shoulder and he still holds a grudge toward those teams that passed up a chance to sign him out of high school. Mayfield’s story as an unheralded walk-on is well known, but his beef with TCU and coach … [Read more...]
Evander Kane (briefly) comments on Buffalo sex offense investigation
Evander Kane (briefly) comments on Buffalo sex offense investigation Evander Kane of the Buffalo Sabres took regular line rushes in Monday’s practice, with center Jack Eichel and right wing Tyler Ennis. This would lead one to believe that the Sabres will continue in the NHL tradition keeping players that are being investigated for sexual offenses in their lineups. The Buffalo News reported … [Read more...]