Can Sarri and Higuain lead Napoli to glory? Recent history is propelling Napoli, as is the leadership of Maurizio Sarri and goals of Gonzalo Higuain. Luca Cetta asks if the pair can take Napoli to a long-awaited Scudetto, or can Juventus or Inter spoil the party? Founder of Naples’ most read daily, Il Mattino, Greek-Italian journalist Matilde Serao […] Recent history is propelling Napoli, … [Read more...]
Cam Ward diagnosed with concussion, placed on IR
Cam Ward diagnosed with concussion, placed on IR The Carolina Hurricanes have been impressive this season, compiling 48 points through 47 games, putting them three points out of a wild card spot in the Eastern Conference. Now imagine if they got some support from their goaltending? A weak spot this season will be tested further with Wednesday’s news that Cam Ward was diagnosed with a … [Read more...]
After Namath, what are the greatest guarantees in sports history?
After Namath, what are the greatest guarantees in sports history? Guarantees in sports: easy to make, tough to execute. Joe Namath's guarantee that the upstart Jets would win Super Bowl III remains the gold standard for guarantees in sports, but there have been quite a few since then. Here on the latest episode of the Grandstanding series, we discuss some of the greatest guarantees in … [Read more...]
Pelicans' Gordon has surgery, out 4-6 weeks
Pelicans' Gordon has surgery, out 4-6 weeks 12:03 PM ET ESPN.com news services print New Orleans Pelicans guard Eric Gordon will miss four to six weeks after having surgery to repair his broken right ring finger, the team announced Wednesday. Gordon injured the finger on his shooting hand during the third quarter of the Pelicans' 114-99 victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves … [Read more...]
The MLB teams that have spent the most and least money this winter
The MLB teams that have spent the most and least money this winter Offseason spending throughout baseball this winter is approaching $3 billion. Yes, that's billion with a B. If you needed another example of the riches that get tossed around in baseball — and Ian Kennedy earning $70 million from the Kansas City Royals didn't quite close the case for you — just know that MLB owners have spent … [Read more...]
Only Steph, LeBron, Kobe sell more jerseys than Kristaps Porzingis
Only Steph, LeBron, Kobe sell more jerseys than Kristaps Porzingis When the NBA released the latest update of its "Most Popular Jersey and Team Merchandise" list on Wednesday, the three players who led the way in jersey sales on NBAStore.com from October 2015 through December 2015 came as no surprise. The top spot belonged to Stephen Curry, the league's reigning Most Valuable Player, the … [Read more...]
Bettman ‘no doubt’ on Scott at ASG; Canadian teams impact Rogers; Malkin Q&A (Puck Headlines)
Bettman 'no doubt' on Scott at ASG; Canadian teams impact Rogers; Malkin Q&A (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 Kickstarter campaign of create "Pride Tape" for … [Read more...]
Undefeated Garcia on quest for welterweight championship (The Associated Press)
Undefeated Garcia on quest for welterweight championship (The Associated Press) Danny Garcia is as much a brand as he is a boxer in the Philadelphia neighborhood where he trains. Working more on crew cuts rather than uppercuts, Garcia even fancied himself a bit of a barber in his teens. … [Read more...]
German FA backs Gianni Infantino’s FIFA bid
German FA backs Gianni Infantino’s FIFA bid The German FA (DFB) confirmed on Wednesday they will back UEFA’s general secretary Gianni Infantino in his bid to become the president of world football’s governing body FIFA next month. “Gianni Infantino is the candidate for Europe and is the best candidate as far as Rainer Koch and the leadership […] The German FA (DFB) confirmed on Wednesday … [Read more...]
Suspended Browns WR Josh Gordon applies for NFL reinstatement
Suspended Browns WR Josh Gordon applies for NFL reinstatement For all our conjecture on the future of Johnny Manziel, there’s a more talented, established and — yes — still troubled player on the Cleveland Browns who might have a brighter future in the NFL. Remember Josh Gordon? You know, the guy who wrecked the league with an NFL-best 1,646 yards despite only playing in 14 games in 2013. … [Read more...]