O.J. Mayo, Marcus Morris, Paul George fined for Saturday outbursts Things got a little hairy in the Association on Saturday night, with tempers flaring in a couple of games in the Midwest, and the NBA's disciplinarians decided Monday to hand out some five-figure punishments as post-pop-off correctives. [Follow Dunks Don't Lie on Tumblr: The best slams from all of basketball] First up: … [Read more...]
Famed ex-WWE announcer Jim Ross wants to call Pirates games
Famed ex-WWE announcer Jim Ross wants to call Pirates games Imagine Andrew McCutchen smacking a homer deep into parts unknown at PNC Park and the ensuing call going something like: "Good God almighty, he broke that ball in two, BAH GAWD!" [Elsewhere: Strongman Mike Trout pushes tractor tire full of weights] That's baseball mixed with a little bit of pro wrestling-like commentary in the … [Read more...]
Real Madrid deserve credit not critics, claims Benitez
Real Madrid deserve credit not critics, claims Benitez Under fire Real Madrid boss Rafael Benitez claimed his side deserved more credit after holding on for a 2-2 draw with 10 men away to Valencia on Sunday. Benitez was badly in need of a win on his return to Valencia, where he won two La Liga titles in three […] Photo credit: AFP Under fire Real Madrid boss Rafael Benitez claimed his side … [Read more...]
Pittsburgh restaurant sending sandwiches to Bills as a ‘thank you’
Pittsburgh restaurant sending sandwiches to Bills as a 'thank you' As a thank you for sending their Steelers to the playoffs, Pittsburgh lunch institution Primanti Brothers is sending some sandwiches to front office members of the Buffalo Bills, whose victory over the New York Jets on Sunday helped Ben Roethlisberger & Co. reach the postseason for the second consecutive year. There goes Rex … [Read more...]
Two 76ers papas are not happy with the team’s rebuilding process
Two 76ers papas are not happy with the team's rebuilding process After a surprisingly successful road trip started off with a blistering 2-2 start, the Philadelphia 76ers fell back to earth over the weekend with a pair of losses to both Los Angeles teams. [Follow Dunks Don't Lie on Tumblr: The best slams from all of basketball] During the last loss of the trip, to the Clipper version of the … [Read more...]
Rotoworld Rewind: Rotoworld's Top 50: MLB
Rotoworld Rewind: Rotoworld's Top 50: MLB Who were the most popular players in Rotoworld’s MLB section in 2015? Check out our top 50 based on traffic to player pages. Click on any of the links below to see all of our top-50 player reviews: Overall Top 50 | NFL | MLB | NBA | NHL | BPL | GOLF | NASCAR | NFL DRAFT 1. Kris Bryant, Cubs Bryant became a sensation in 2014 when he hit 43 homers … [Read more...]
KC, WAS, PIT among 'perfect' fits for Cliff Lee
KC, WAS, PIT among 'perfect' fits for Cliff Lee Earlier this offseason, it was reportedly veteran left-hander Cliff Lee is planning to attempt a comeback after sitting out the entire 2015 season. Lee has not pitched since July 2014 due to a torn flexor in his elbow. He has rehabbed the injury and will try to pitch again in 2016. During an MLB Network Radio interview over the weekend … [Read more...]
Arkansas All-American TE Hunter Henry declares for NFL draft
Arkansas All-American TE Hunter Henry declares for NFL draft Arkansas tight end Hunter Henry, an All-American this season, has declared for the NFL draft. Henry announced his decision in a statement posted to the school’s website. In it, he thanks the Arkansas coaches, teammates and fans, and stated that he intends to finish his degree in Fayetteville. Henry caught 51 passes for 739 yards … [Read more...]
Eden Hazard to undergo MRI scan to determine severity of injury
Eden Hazard to undergo MRI scan to determine severity of injury Chelsea star Eden Hazard suffered an injury blow on Sunday as he limped off in the first half of his side’s Premier League clash against Crystal Palace. Hazard sustained the groin problem while attempting a shot at Selhurst Park and came off in the 15th minute after briefly attempting to […] Photo credit: AFP Chelsea star Eden … [Read more...]
DraftKings daily picks: Fantasy hockey lineup- January 4 – FanSided
DraftKings daily picks: Fantasy hockey lineup- January 4 - FanSided Jan 2, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Kings goalie Jonathan Quick (32) in the first period of the game against the Philadelphia Flyers at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports Check out the following slides to help with your DraftKings daily picks for fantasy hockey for January 4. As you … [Read more...]