Sepp Blatter biography to be released in weeks, says publisher An authorized biography of Sepp Blatter written by the shamed FIFA president’s former spokesman will be released next month, the publisher said Tuesday, four days before an election to choose Blatter’s successor. “It is really a journey through Sepp Blatter’s life,” said Alain Diezig of publisher Werd&Weber. “Mission Football”, which … [Read more...]
NHL Trade Deadline: 10 game-changing players who might move
NHL Trade Deadline: 10 game-changing players who might move The 2016 NHL trade deadline is on Monday, and already we’re seeing players filtered into one of two categories like so much email spam: Category 1: Big names we all hoped would move that actually will likely remain with their teams. Sorry, those who covet Keith Yandle. Category 2: Significantly smaller names that will undoubtedly … [Read more...]
Vontaze Burfict knows he must change, but still he feels targeted
Vontaze Burfict knows he must change, but still he feels targeted Now that his appeal has been upheld, it's official: Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Vontaze Burfict will sit out the first three games of the 2016 NFL season for his repeated incidents of violent play. You could argue, in fact, that Burfict cost his team four games considering the way things fell apart for the Bengals in the … [Read more...]
Marc Gasol’s gone for the season, as the Grizz seek new answers
Marc Gasol's gone for the season, as the Grizz seek new answers Any hope that the Memphis Grizzlies and their fans had of getting center Marc Gasol back on the court before the end of the 2015-16 NBA season after suffering a broken bone in his right foot two weeks ago went up in smoke on Tuesday: [Top half of your Yahoo Fantasy Hoops league? Enter free contest to win share of $10K] The … [Read more...]
Yoenis Cespedes’ car confirms he’s the Mets’ real Dark Knight
Yoenis Cespedes' car confirms he's the Mets' real Dark Knight Step aside, New York Mets ace Matt Harvey. You may have gone by the nickname "The Dark Knight," but we now know that was just a ruse. You can't be Batman, because Batman drives a Batmobile. After Tuesday, we know that Harvey doesn't own a Batmobile. That distinction belongs to his teammate Yoenis Cespedes. Swag much? Yoenis … [Read more...]
NHL Picks: Wild stay perfect under John Torchetti with win over Isles – CBSSports.com
NHL Picks: Wild stay perfect under John Torchetti with win over Isles - CBSSports.com The Minnesota Wild are rolling right now under new coach John Torchetti. (USATSI) Welcome to NHL Picks where CBSSports.com hockey writers Chris Peters and Adam Gretz make their predictions for all of the day's games. New York Islanders at Minnesota Wild, 8 p.m. ET New coach, new team? Is it that simple? The … [Read more...]
Hurricanes at deadline; Rutherford’s options; Capitals enjoyment (Puck Headlines)
Hurricanes at deadline; Rutherford's options; Capitals enjoyment (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]. HUGE S/O to @RebirthSports for getting us playoff ready with the new … [Read more...]
Hirscher, Holdener win city event in Sweden (The Associated Press)
Hirscher, Holdener win city event in Sweden (The Associated Press) Marcel Hirscher won a parallel slalom in central Stockholm on Tuesday to increase his lead in the overall World Cup standings, while Wendy Holdener of Switzerland clinched the women's event for her first career victory. Lindsey Vonn was beaten in the opening round but the American retained her 23-point overall lead over Lara … [Read more...]
Grizzlies' Gasol has surgery, out for season
Grizzlies' Gasol has surgery, out for season 1:08 PM ET ESPN.com news services print Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol will miss the remainder of the season after having surgery to repair a fracture in his right foot, the team announced Tuesday. Gasol, who averaged 16.6 points, 7.0 rebounds and 3.8 assists this season, had the procedure to repair a non-displaced Type II … [Read more...]
Bautista denies $150M request
Bautista denies $150M request Blue Jays outfielder Jose Bautista has been one of the most productive hitters in baseball over the past six years. Since his breakout season of 2010, Bautista has batted .268/.390/.555 with 45 homers per 162 games played. Bautista is getting set for his age-35 season, and he's also entering the final year of a six-year, $78 million contract that's been a substantial … [Read more...]