Jim Nill, Dallas Stars GM and team dad, gets 5-year extension Dallas Stars GM Jim Nill is in the third year of a five-year deal. But with the team atop the Western Conference thanks to his collection of shrewd and bold moves, the Stars figured, hey, what the heck, here’s another five years on top of that existing contract. According to Mike Heika, the extension that will carry Nill, 57, … [Read more...]
Lindsey Vonn fastest in last World Cup downhill training run (The Associated Press)
Lindsey Vonn fastest in last World Cup downhill training run (The Associated Press) ALTENMARKT-ZAUCHENSEE, Austria (AP) -- Lindsey Vonn prepared for a record-equaling 36th women's World Cup downhill victory by posting the fastest time in final training on Friday. The four-time overall champion from the United States stood up out of her tuck well before finishing, leading Viktoria Rebensburg … [Read more...]
Podcast: Why Jordan Spieth’s 2016 doesn’t matter
Podcast: Why Jordan Spieth's 2016 doesn't matter In the 2016 opener for The 19th Hole Golf Show, we talk about Jordan Spieth's view that he isn't playing this season as an encore to his incredible 2015. What does he mean by that and why does that make a lot of sense to him -- and other athletes -- but not to the general public? We look at Spieth's comments in the context of the careers of … [Read more...]
In Spite of Mama takes Aqueduct feature by 7 lengths (The Associated Press)
In Spite of Mama takes Aqueduct feature by 7 lengths (The Associated Press) NEW YORK (AP) -- In Spite of Mama rolled to a seven-length victory Friday in the $59,000 allowance feature for New York-bred fillies and mares at Aqueduct. … [Read more...]
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang says he is staying at Borussia Dortmund
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang says he is staying at Borussia Dortmund Star Borussia Dortmund striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang rejected English Premier League overtures as he celebrated winning the African player of the year award. The Gabonese, who is the leading Bundesliga scorer this season, was reduced to tears after stopping Yaya Toure winning a fifth straight title on Thursday. “I am staying … [Read more...]
Curry dons shin guards to play through injury
Curry dons shin guards to play through injury 5:55 PM ET Ethan Sherwood StraussESPN Staff Writer Close Covers the Golden State Warriors for ESPN.com Contributes to ESPN's TrueHoop blog Hosts TrueHoop TV Live print PORTLAND, Ore. -- Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry is adopting a soccer star's garb and mentality as he prepares to face the Portland Trail Blazers. Curry, set to … [Read more...]
Regehr to retire; Kassian talks recovery; Stanley Cup riots: the musical (Puck Headlines)
Regehr to retire; Kassian talks recovery; Stanley Cup riots: the musical (Puck Headlines) Here are your Puck Headlines: A glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in sports and the few, the proud, the mainstream hockey media. Have a link you want to submit? Email us at [email protected]. • The best way to depict Ryan Johansen's situation? CARTOON! … [Read more...]
NFL against the spread picks: Four home dogs for wild-card weekend – Yahoo Sports (blog)
NFL against the spread picks: Four home dogs for wild-card weekend - Yahoo Sports (blog) View gallery.Cincinnati Bengals quarterback AJ McCarron (5) walks the field after an NFL football game against the Baltimore …You know it's an unusual wild-card weekend when all four road teams are favored. The Las Vegas Sun said this would be the first time ever that all four road teams are favored … [Read more...]
NBA daily fantasy picks: Five players who could help your lineup for Jan. 8 – Sports Illustrated
NBA daily fantasy picks: Five players who could help your lineup for Jan. 8 - Sports Illustrated The Friday night slate is loaded with star power, from Russell Westbrook, Stephen Curry and John Wall at point guard, to Kevin Durant and LeBron James on the wing, to Anthony Davis and Draymond Green in the frontcourt. You can likely fit two of these players in your lineups if you so desire, but the … [Read more...]
Here’s why Chip Kelly and the 49ers would be a bad match
Here's why Chip Kelly and the 49ers would be a bad match Imagine Bill Belichick going to a team with a meddlesome owner. Try picturing a team asking Pete Carroll or Mike Tomlin to tone it down a bit. Bruce Arians not being allowed to run his own ship. Sean Payton asked to give up play calling. You get the idea. We don't yet know if Chip Kelly is a good NFL head coach, and we certainly are … [Read more...]