Status of Hank Aaron statue in question as Braves prepare to move We know for sure that the Atlanta Braves will be moving to SunTrust Park in Cobb County for the 2017 season. What we don't for sure is whether or not the bronze statue of Hank Aaron that currently stands in front of Turner Field will be joining them. According to an Atlanta Journal-Constitution report from early Wednesday, the … [Read more...]
Security worker at Houston AAC-clincher charged with assault
Security worker at Houston AAC-clincher charged with assault A security worker at the University of Houston's AAC-clinching game against Navy has been charged with misdemeanor assault after he was indicted by a grand jury. Workers contracted by the security company the school used for football games were captured on video being extremely rough to fans storming the field. Cougar fans were … [Read more...]
Germany’s Hoewedes extends Schalke deal until 2020
Germany’s Hoewedes extends Schalke deal until 2020 Germany international and Schalke captain Benedikt Hoewedes has shown some faith in the Royal Blues by signing a three-year contract extension until 2020, it was announced on Wednesday. The 27-year-old, who along with Manuel Neuer and Philipp Lahm was one of only three Germany players involved in each minute of […] Photo credit: AFP Germany … [Read more...]
Report: Brian Vickers lined up to replace Tony Stewart at Daytona
Report: Brian Vickers lined up to replace Tony Stewart at Daytona Stewart-Haas Racing has reportedly found Tony Stewart's replacement. For Daytona, anyway. According to the Associated Press, Brian Vickers will replace Stewart at the 2.5-mile oval. However, that replacement is contingent on Vickers being medically cleared to race for Stewart. Vickers missed all but two races in 2015 after a … [Read more...]
Kings' Karl stays positive, on same page as GM
Kings' Karl stays positive, on same page as GM 3:41 PM ET Associated Press print PHILADELPHIA -- Sacramento Kings coach George Karl said Wednesday he has a positive outlook after meeting with team general manager Vlade Divac amid a losing streak and speculation about his job. Karl said before the Kings-76ers game in Philadelphia that he and Divac are on the same page after … [Read more...]
Can Yovani Gallardo keep producing despite diminished stuff?
Can Yovani Gallardo keep producing despite diminished stuff? Baseball is almost here. With camps set to open as early as February 18th, it should feel like the offseason has finally come to an end. But, that's not the case. A number of useful players still remain unsigned as camps near. Among them is pitcher Yovani Gallardo. The 29-year-old ranked 31st on Jeff Passan's free-agent ranks, and … [Read more...]
Marek Vs. Wyshynski: Vulgar chants about Sidney Crosby with Dave Lozo!
Marek Vs. Wyshynski: Vulgar chants about Sidney Crosby with Dave Lozo! It's a Wednesday edition of Marek vs. Wyshynski podcast, in which we discussed: - Wysh and guest host Dave Lozo of Uproxx and Vice Sports are talking hockey! - The Martin Brodeur number retirement ceremony, in all its glory. - Oh, hey, the New Jersey Devils fans have a new vulgar chant about Sidney Crosby. - Breaking … [Read more...]
James Worthy is loath to criticize former teammate Byron Scott
James Worthy is loath to criticize former teammate Byron Scott In-studio NBA analysts, let’s be honest, don’t usually create heaps of legendary reports. Yes, Charles Barkley continues to entertain (even if we’re not entirely sure if he watches League Pass) and someone like Bobby Jackson will pop up from time to time, but the limitations of the medium and the fact that many are paid (however … [Read more...]
Report: Lakers once called Cavs about Kobe-for-LeBron mega-deal
Report: Lakers once called Cavs about Kobe-for-LeBron mega-deal Ahead of Wednesday night's meeting between the Los Angeles Lakers and Cleveland Cavaliers — the first of two matchups between the two clubs in the next month, and Kobe Bryant's final visit to Ohio before he retires at the end of this season — ESPN.com's Brian Windhorst dropped a what-if bombshell: in the summer of 2007, the … [Read more...]
CBS Sports early World Series predictions – CBS sports.com (blog)
CBS Sports early World Series predictions - CBS sports.com (blog) CBS Sports early World Series predictions Jonah Keri, Dayn Perry, Matt Snyder and Mike Axisa make early World Series predictions before the season begins. Jonah Keri's Hot Stove Winners CBS Sports MLB analyst Jonah Keri breaks down three teams that were Hot Stove Winners this season. MLB: Players to watch Jonah Keri talks about … [Read more...]