Aston Villa are targeting Chelsea’s Loic Remy in the January transfer window Aston Villa manager Remi Garde has confirmed he wants to sign Chelsea striker Loic Remy on loan in the January transfer window. Garde is looking for reinforcements as Villa sit rock bottom of the Premier League and believes fellow Frenchman Remy could provide the lift needed. “Loic is a guy […] Photo credit: AFP. … [Read more...]
Start ‘Em or Sit ‘Em: Week 17 Start 'Em or Sit 'Em
Start ‘Em or Sit ‘Em: Week 17 Start 'Em or Sit 'Em It’s Week 17. Most season-long fantasy football leagues packed up shop and handed out checks last week. The regular season’s final week can be a real hassle with teams locked into playoff spots resting starters and teams already out of it giving younger players a little bit more work. If you’re playing fantasy this week, you’re probably … [Read more...]
Jimmy Butler’s difficult tip-in lifts Bulls over Pacers in OT
Jimmy Butler's difficult tip-in lifts Bulls over Pacers in OT Chicago Bulls wing Jimmy Butler has been at the center of controversy in the past couple weeks for statements regarding the methods of first-year head coach Fred Hoiberg and reports of discord with teammates. If the media seems particularly intent on paying attention to Butler, though, then it's largely because he has clearly … [Read more...]
Louisville QB Lamar Jackson makes history in Music City Bowl win
Louisville QB Lamar Jackson makes history in Music City Bowl win Lamar Jackson just announced himself as a player to watch in 2016. Louisville’s freshman quarterback had a record-setting performance in Wednesday’s 27-21 win against Texas A&M in the Music City Bowl by becoming the third FBS quarterback to throw for 200 yards and rush for 200 yards in a bowl game. Jackson completed 12 of 26 … [Read more...]
NHL Three Stars: Bernier gets a win; Capitals lose Backstrom, Beagle to injury
NHL Three Stars: Bernier gets a win; Capitals lose Backstrom, Beagle to injury No. 1 Star: Jonathan Bernier, Toronto Maple Leafs It's been a rough season for Bernier, so any small win for him could be big in the long run. Against the Pittsburgh Penguins he allowed only 2 goals on 41 shots in addition to stopping 2 of 3 shooters in the shootout. No. 2 Star: Alexander Ovechkin, Washington … [Read more...]
Football Daily Dose: Dose: Elite WRs on IR
Football Daily Dose: Dose: Elite WRs on IR Happy New Year's Eve! We're one day from 2016, but the fantasy year keeps on moving. Just like typing out the new year as we wrap up an old one, Week 17 is always weird. Teams that are already out of the playoffs want a long look at young prospects or players that may be on the roster bubble for the future while teams that are in the dance have to be … [Read more...]
Curry-less Warriors lose big to Mavericks, fall to 29-2
Curry-less Warriors lose big to Mavericks, fall to 29-2 Losing one of the best players in the NBA is a challenge for any team, but it was still unclear just how much the Golden State Warriors would miss reigning MVP Stephen Curry in Wednesday's visit to the Dallas Mavericks. As expected, Curry was declared out for the matchup at American Airlines Arena with a right lower leg bruise, keeping … [Read more...]
Jason Kipnis’ parents bought him a giant teddy bear for Christmas
Jason Kipnis' parents bought him a giant teddy bear for Christmas Christmas wish lists for professional baseball players can vary quite a bit. For some, a new contract with lots of zeros tops the list. For others, it might be an opportunity to make a big league roster, whether it be their first or potentially their last. And for others still, they may just be wishing for good health so they … [Read more...]
Draft Strategy: 2016 Category Sleepers: BA
Draft Strategy: 2016 Category Sleepers: BA It’s never too early to prepare for your draft, and some of us draft fiends are already setting our draft dates. We’re barely into the offseason, but it’s a great time to start discussing some players to watch as we look toward 2016. For the second year in a row, I’ll be breaking down category sleepers at each of the 5x5 roto categories. We’ve already … [Read more...]
Manny Pacquiao to return April 9 against Bradley (The Associated Press)
Manny Pacquiao to return April 9 against Bradley (The Associated Press) Manny Pacquiao will return to the ring April 9 for the first time since losing to Floyd Mayweather Jr., and it will be against a familiar foe. Promoter Bob Arum said Wednesday that Pacquiao will fight Timothy Bradley at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas for a third time in his first bout since losing a decision to Mayweather … [Read more...]