Triple Crown winner American Pharoah voted world's top horse (The Associated Press) The American Pharoah victory lap has reached London. If confirmation was needed, the U.S. Triple Crown-winning colt was officially chosen as the world's No. 1 racehorse in 2015. The award by the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities was collected at a ceremony in the British capital on Tuesday … [Read more...]
In wake of Rodgers interview, Klopp insists he controls Liverpool’s transfers
In wake of Rodgers interview, Klopp insists he controls Liverpool’s transfers Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has insisted he is in charge of the transfer policy at Anfield after sacked predecessor Brendan Rodgers revealed players were forced upon him. Last weekend, Rogers gave an interview in which he said Mario Balotelli, now on loan at AC Milan after a poor debut season […] Photo credit: … [Read more...]
John Scott will remain All-Star captain as NHL makes it right
John Scott will remain All-Star captain as NHL makes it right After a weekend where tons of digital ink was spilled over John Scott’s All-Star plight, the NHL announced on Tuesday that he will indeed be going to Nashville as Pacific Division captain. From the NHL: Scott, elected to the Pacific Division captaincy in fan voting while a member of the Arizona Coyotes, was traded Friday to the … [Read more...]
How tough is Marshawn Lynch? He cracked Roman Harper’s helmet
How tough is Marshawn Lynch? He cracked Roman Harper's helmet Marshawn Lynch hadn't played football for a couple months before last weekend's NFC divisional playoff game, but he was as tough as ever. There was no signature "Beast Mode" run, but don't bother telling the Carolina Panthers that Lynch wasn't his normal self. Panthers safety Roman Harper can offer his broken helmet as proof. … [Read more...]
Texas joins other states, says daily fantasy illegal
Texas joins other states, says daily fantasy illegal 2:57 PM ET David Purdum Close ESPN Staff Writer Joined ESPN in 2014 Journalist covering gambling industry since 2008 Darren Rovell Close ESPN Senior Writer ESPN.com's sports business reporter since 2012; previously at ESPN from 2000-06 Appears on SportsCenter, ESPN Radio, ESPN.com and with ABC News Formerly worked as analyst at CNBC … [Read more...]
MKG cleared for full-contact Hornets practice after labrum surgery
MKG cleared for full-contact Hornets practice after labrum surgery One morning after basking in the warming glow of a franchise-record-setting scoring explosion by point guard Kemba Walker to earn a much-needed victory, the Charlotte Hornets doubled down on the positive vibes with some surprising good news: their defensive leader, widely expected to be lost for the season, could return to … [Read more...]
NBA Fantasy Trends: Stats: Hornets Buzz
NBA Fantasy Trends: Stats: Hornets Buzz The Hornets had a pretty good 24 hours. After going 1-8 to start 2016, Kemba Walker scored a franchise- and career-high 52 points in the win over the Jazz on Monday. Secondly, the other good news came on Tuesday morning with the team announcing Michael Kidd-Gilchrist has been cleared for full contact from his shoulder injury in the preseason. The big … [Read more...]
MLB investigating Yu Darvish after brother seized in gambling ring
MLB investigating Yu Darvish after brother seized in gambling ring Major League Baseball will investigate Texas Rangers ace Yu Darvish after the pitcher's brother was arrested for running an illegal gambling ring, according to The Japan Times. Darvish's brother, Sho, was arrested in October in connection with the ring. He allegedly took bets on both MLB and Nippon Professional Baseball … [Read more...]
AFC, NFC title picks: Cardinals or Panthers? Can Broncos stun Patriots? – CBSSports.com
AFC, NFC title picks: Cardinals or Panthers? Can Broncos stun Patriots? - CBSSports.com After watching four crazy NFL games over the weekend, I finally took a break from football on Monday and watched the Bachelor. It was the worst decision I've ever made. Basically, I spent an hour of my life watching a show I hate, which means I almost have worse time management skills than Andy Reid. What I did … [Read more...]
Camping World Truck Series to have 20-minute caution clock
Camping World Truck Series to have 20-minute caution clock There will be a caution every 20 minutes in the Camping World Truck Series. In addition to the implementation of a Chase format for 2016, NASCAR is adding a caution clock to the Truck Series, guaranteeing a caution will happen at least every 20 minutes. If a caution happens for debris or a crash, the clock is reset back to 20 … [Read more...]