Spieth stuns with 79 at Riviera for worst PGA Tour 1st round Jordan Spieth didn't see this coming. No one did. But, here we are. Spieth shot 8-over 79 on Thursday to open the Northern Trust Open, where last year he finished a shot out of a three-man playoff eventually won by James Hahn. The poor start put him in a tie for next to last in a 144-player field. Just as Spieth was mangling the … [Read more...]
AJ Allmendinger: IndyCar not an option after Justin Wilson’s death
AJ Allmendinger: IndyCar not an option after Justin Wilson's death DAYTONA BEACH, Florida – Don't expect to see AJ Allmendinger attempt the Indianapolis 500 anytime soon. Allmendinger said Tuesday the death of his friend Justin Wilson made him decide he won't drive any IndyCar races until the series has closed cockpits. “The moment Justin Wilson passed away I said ‘Never again,’" … [Read more...]
Monty Williams delivers moving address at wife’s memorial service
Monty Williams delivers moving address at wife's memorial service On Thursday afternoon, Oklahoma City Thunder assistant coach Monty Williams did something incredibly hard: getting up in front of an estimated 900 people, including many NBA players, coaches and staff members, and saying goodbye to his wife Ingrid, who died last week at age 44 from injuries suffered in a head-on automobile … [Read more...]
Angels' Pujols (foot) expected to miss opener
Angels' Pujols (foot) expected to miss opener Angels first baseman Albert Pujols is recovering from offseason surgery on his right foot, and by the sounds of it, the team doesn't expect him to be in game shape by Opening Day. Here's this from Mike Cranston of the Associated Press: Manager Mike Scioscia said Thursday the three-time NL MVP is doing some swinging but still has a lengthy … [Read more...]
Leafs' Komarov ejected for elbowing McDonagh
Leafs' Komarov ejected for elbowing McDonagh Leo Komarov could be facing a suspension from the NHL. (MSG) Ryan McDonagh just returned to the New York Rangers' lineup after he was sidelined with a concussion. The concussion came from a punch to the head by Philadelphia Flyers forward Wayne Simmonds that did not result in a suspension from the NHL, angering Rangers coach Alain Vigneault. On … [Read more...]
Dale Earnhardt Jr. picks up 17th career win at Daytona – Yahoo Sports
Dale Earnhardt Jr. picks up 17th career win at Daytona - Yahoo Sports DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Driving a car he believes is unbeatable, Dale Earnhardt Jr. added to his family legacy at Daytona International Speedway on the anniversary of his father's death.Earnhardt won the first qualifying race Thursday night for the Daytona 500 to earn a starting spot on the second row for NASCAR's … [Read more...]
Derek Willis’ emergence has been key to Kentucky’s resurgence
Derek Willis' emergence has been key to Kentucky's resurgence The most indispensable player in Kentucky's frontcourt rotation may no longer be one of the Wildcats' trio of former McDonald's All-Americans. An in-state prospect with far less pedigree has been more valuable recently because he possesses a skill that none of the other big men have. Kentucky's offense runs better with junior … [Read more...]
Andray Blatche threw his headband at a ref in China
Andray Blatche threw his headband at a ref in China As the Washington Wizards prepare to welcome a new mercurial power forward into their midst, it feels only right that we check in with a Ghost of Wizmas Past. [Follow Dunks Don't Lie on Tumblr: The best slams from all of basketball] Andray Blatche, a longtime Wizard who last played in the NBA in 2014 with the Brooklyn Nets, has spent the … [Read more...]
Nick Young mistakenly thought the trade deadline was Wednesday
Nick Young mistakenly thought the trade deadline was Wednesday The trade deadline is a complicated time for any NBA player deemed inessential to a contender. Anyone can be dealt at any time, which creates understandable anxiety for players and their loved ones. The arrival of the deadline can be a relief for those who hoped against hope to stay in their current cities. Count Nick Young among … [Read more...]
Leo Komarov ejected for nasty head-shot on Ryan McDonagh (Video)
Leo Komarov ejected for nasty head-shot on Ryan McDonagh (Video) Ryan McDonagh returned to the New York Rangers’ lineup on Wednesday night in their loss to the Chicago Blackhawks. He had missed four games after suffering a concussion at the hands – well, the gloved fist – of Wayne Simmonds of the Philadelphia Flyers. On Thursday night in Toronto, McDonagh was hit in the head again. This … [Read more...]