Mets staffer took Yoenis Cespedes’ Lambo out on waffle-maker run Yoenis Cespedes isn't one to arrive anywhere quietly, and that's especially true at spring training. When Cespedes shows up, he immediately becomes the talk of camp, and it's not because of the shape he's in or his contract. It's because of his wheels, as in his incredible collection of cars. [2016 Yahoo Fantasy Baseball is … [Read more...]
Trade Deadline: Keep up with latest rumors
Trade Deadline: Keep up with latest rumors Trade Deadline Rumors and Speculation Feb. 24 Negotiations continue between representatives for Loui Eriksson and the Boston Bruins, but according to NBC Sports Network's Bob McKenzie, there remains a gap in both term and dollars (via @NicholsOnHockey). Feb. 24 There is apparently a multiple-team market for the services of defenseman Kris Russell. NBC … [Read more...]
Jason Pierre-Paul suing ESPN, writer for tweeting medical records
Jason Pierre-Paul suing ESPN, writer for tweeting medical records New York Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul is suing ESPN and reporter Adam Schefter for posting his medical records on Twitter after Pierre-Paul lost parts of two fingers last summer in a fireworks accident. According to the New York Post, Pierre-Paulis citing a violation of privacy in the suit, which was filed on … [Read more...]
Rose takes cautious route, sits due to hamstring
Rose takes cautious route, sits due to hamstring 12:50 AM ET Nick FriedellESPN Staff Writer Close Nick Friedell is the Chicago Bulls beat reporter for ESPN Chicago. Friedell is a graduate of the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University and joined ESPNChicago.com for its launch in April 2009. print CHICAGO -- Bulls point guard Derrick Rose did not play in … [Read more...]
Splash Brothers’ 75 points, Steph’s daggers push Warriors to 51-5
Splash Brothers' 75 points, Steph's daggers push Warriors to 51-5 The Miami Heat gave the Golden State Warriors absolutely everything they could handle on Wednesday night. They got on top of the defending NBA champions early, leading by as many as 12 points late in the first quarter, answered every run the league's No. 1 offense mustered, and held a two-point advantage with 70 seconds … [Read more...]
Lazarito and family deny being in danger as former agent claimed
Lazarito and family deny being in danger as former agent claimed The story of Lazaro "Lazarito" Armenteros, the 16-year-old phenom from Cuba who was dropped by his American agent this week over safety concerns, has taken another twist. According to Fox Sports' Ken Rosenthal, an exclusive conference call was set up with Lazarito, his family and his new agents at Octagon on Wednesday, during … [Read more...]
League Cup Final and EPL GW 27 preview; World Soccer Talk Podcast
League Cup Final and EPL GW 27 preview; World Soccer Talk Podcast On this edition of the World Soccer Talk podcast, Richard Farley is joined by Kartik Krishnaiyer to look back on the week in UEFA Champions League, one in which Manchester City moved closer to their first quarterfinal appearance while Arsenal felt the full force of defending champions Barcelona. Richard and […] On this … [Read more...]
Mike Condon makes incredibly lucky behind-the-back save (Video)
Mike Condon makes incredibly lucky behind-the-back save (Video) At this point in the season, the Montreal Canadiens don't care if their goaltender is lucky or good. They just need him to stop the puck. Netminder Mike Condon got the nod against the scary good Washington Capitals on Wednesday night. With less than five minutes to go in the second period, the Canadiens weren't losing - they … [Read more...]
It’s official: Kobe Bryant will not return to rap after retirement
It's official: Kobe Bryant will not return to rap after retirement Kobe Bryant's upcoming retirement opens up a host of opportunities for a man interested in a wide variety of industries and areas of study. Will the Los Angeles Lakers legend opt to leverage his global brand into a large corporation? Will he buy and sell modern art? Or will the intellectual Bryant choose a life of study and … [Read more...]
Say what: Dusty Baker keeps referring to Bryce Harper as ‘Royce’
Say what: Dusty Baker keeps referring to Bryce Harper as 'Royce' When the Washington Nationals hired Dusty Baker as their new manager this offseason, they did so hoping he could guide the franchise to its first ever World Series championship. Now. less than one week into spring training, they're probably just hoping he'll learn and remember the name of their franchise player and the National … [Read more...]