Jets' Todd Bowles reveals he had benign tumor removed last month New York Jets head coach Todd Bowles broke some news about himself during his media conference at the NFL combine on Wednesday in Indianapolis. The 52-year-old, who led the Jets to a 10-6 record in 2015, his first season as head coach, told reporters he underwent surgery shortly after the season ended to have a tumor removed … [Read more...]
Cole Hamels sues after getting duped for Victoria’s Secret tickets
Cole Hamels sues after getting duped for Victoria's Secret tickets Texas Rangers pitcher Cole Hamels paid $70,000 last year for what he thought would be three VIP packages to attend the annual Victoria's Secret fashion show in New York City, but according to a lawsuit filed by Hamels and his wife Heidi, they were swindled by a London-based concierge service. [2016 Yahoo Fantasy Baseball is … [Read more...]
Bulls vs. Wizards – 2/24/16 NBA Pick, Odds, and Prediction – Sports Chat Place
Bulls vs. Wizards - 2/24/16 NBA Pick, Odds, and Prediction - Sports Chat Place Washington Wizards (25-28) at Chicago Bulls (29-26) NBA Basketball: Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 8:00 pm (United Center) The Line: Chicago Bulls -2 -- Over/Under: 211 See the Latest Odds TV: ESPN, CSNB, CSNC The Washington Wizards and Chicago Bulls square off Wednesday night at the United Center. The Washington … [Read more...]
Yahoo Daily Fantasy Hockey: Bargains and values for Wednesday
Yahoo Daily Fantasy Hockey: Bargains and values for Wednesday by Neil Parker Four games grace the National Hockey League schedule Wednesday, and only the Boston-Pittsburgh bout projects as a pick 'em outing. [Join a Yahoo Daily Fantasy Hockey contest now]Look for Washington, San Jose and Anaheim to handle Montreal, Colorado and Buffalo, respectively. And outside of taking a contrarian route, … [Read more...]
Brad vs. the Book: Xavier to take down ‘Cats at home
Brad vs. the Book: Xavier to take down 'Cats at home Slaying the sportsbook is a monstrous task. Some days bettors take up residence in a penthouse suite. Other times, they curl up in the nearest ditch, shirtless and toothless. In an attempt to avoid complete destitution, I will post my picks, whether profitable or penniless, through the NCAA tourney. Check out Wednesday's selections below: … [Read more...]
Fans serenade Damian Lillard with ‘M-V-P’ chants, for good reason
Fans serenade Damian Lillard with 'M-V-P' chants, for good reason Hey, Portland Trail Blazers fans: tell us how you really feel about the way Damian Lillard's playing right now. [Top half of your Yahoo Fantasy Hoops league? Enter free contest to win share of $10K] In context, it was pretty hard to argue with the Moda Center faithful showering their 25-year-old point guard with "M-V-P" … [Read more...]
The Numbers Game: DFS: Price-to-Points Index
The Numbers Game: DFS: Price-to-Points Index Today's column takes a deep dive into the DFS pool. I'm looking specifically at ways to measure a player's value relative to their salary, with consideration also given to matchups. If you're not interested in DFS, this column should still interest you if you participate in auction drafts -- the same principles in this column are applicable to assessing … [Read more...]
Josh Hamilton to start season on disabled list due to knee injury
Josh Hamilton to start season on disabled list due to knee injury The Texas Rangers managed to overcome a number of early injuries to win the American League West last season. While they aren't in rough shape yet in 2016, the club has already suffered its first significant injury of the year. [2016 Yahoo Fantasy Baseball is open for business. Sign up now] Outfielder Josh Hamilton will miss … [Read more...]
Triple Crown-winning jockey Espinoza wins Woolf Award (The Associated Press)
Triple Crown-winning jockey Espinoza wins Woolf Award (The Associated Press) ARCADIA, Calif. (AP) -- Triple Crown-winning jockey Victor Espinoza has been chosen as winner of the annual George Woolf Award, which honors riders whose careers and personal character earn esteem for them and thoroughbred racing. … [Read more...]
Why Neymar could join Pep Guardiola at Manchester City
Why Neymar could join Pep Guardiola at Manchester City The 2015/16 Premier League season is not even over and everyone is looking ahead to the next campaign, especially with a certain Pep Guardiola heading over to England. The former Barcelona manager will leave his role at Bayern Munich at the end of the season and head over to the […] The 2015/16 Premier League season is not even over and … [Read more...]