Manny Pacquiao sorry for saying gays 'worse than animals' (The Associated Press) Boxing star and Philippine Senate candidate Manny Pacquiao apologized Tuesday for denouncing people in gay relationships as ''worse than animals'' but said he stood by his opposition to same-sex marriage. ''It's just common sense,'' Pacquiao said in the remarks posted online by the TV5 network. Among those who … [Read more...]
NFL stars enjoy a night at the Grammy Awards
NFL stars enjoy a night at the Grammy Awards Some NFL players are living it up thus far this offseason. To wit: on Monday night, three of the game's biggest names were in Los Angeles for the Grammy Awards. Super Bowl 50 MVP Von Miller had Twitter buzzing for his sartorial choice - the 26-year old Denver Broncos linebacker wore a silvery, patterned jacket with a dark blue tie that matched his … [Read more...]
PECOTA projection pegs World Series champion Royals for last place
PECOTA projection pegs World Series champion Royals for last place Baseball Prospectus' PECOTA projection system still doesn't respect the Kansas City Royals. The reigning World Series champions are headed for a 76-86 record according to the PECOTA projections released Tuesday, which would put them in last place in the American League Central, well behind the 92-win Cleveland Indians. This … [Read more...]
Ty Dillon confirms talks to drive Tony Stewart’s car at Atlanta
Ty Dillon confirms talks to drive Tony Stewart's car at Atlanta DAYTONA BEACH, Florida – Ty Dillon said Tuesday that he could possibly replace Tony Stewart in the No. 14 car for the second race of the season. According to multiple reports, Dillon is lined up to be the driver of the car after the Daytona 500. Brian Vickers is Stewart's substitute at Daytona. Stewart, a three-time Sprint Cup … [Read more...]
Hockey ref takes beer can to genitals; player’s brother arrested for it
Hockey ref takes beer can to genitals; player’s brother arrested for it Dominic Bedard is a referee in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League. He was officiating a game between the Rouyn-Noranda Huskies and the Blainville-Boisbriand Armada on Feb. 11 when he doubled over in pain, as someone had thrown a can of beer at his crotch. Allow us to explain. Bedard had issued a roughing penalty to … [Read more...]
UEFA Champions League round of 16 predictions – The Daily Collegian Online
UEFA Champions League round of 16 predictions - The Daily Collegian Online After a long break, the Champions League is back Tuesday afternoon. The field made up of the best soccer teams from all of Europe has been whittled down to 16 on the road to the final in Milan. Moving forward, there will be eight two-leg matchups coming to set the quarterfinals of the 32-team competition. The two-leg format … [Read more...]
United planning big Aubameyang bid?
United planning big Aubameyang bid? 8:20 AM GMT Chris Borg The winter window might have shut, but the rumour mill rolls on. As always, Transfer Talk has its finger on the pulse when it comes to the latest rumours and gossip. See the latest deals here. TOP STORY: United linked with striking striker swoop Earlier this month, Borussia Dortmund said they would not rule out the sale of … [Read more...]
NHL Three Stars: Kane continues MVP campaign with 4-point night
NHL Three Stars: Kane continues MVP campaign with 4-point night No. 1 Star: Patrick Kane, Chicago Blackhawks The fans chanted “MVP!” for Kane after he tallied a goal and three assists in the Blackhawks’ 7-2 trouncing of the Toronto Maple Leafs. Kane set up goals by Andrew Shaw, Brent Seabrook and Artemi Panarin, and scored his 34th of the season. Kane now has 82 points in 60 games. No. 2 … [Read more...]
DERBY TOP 10: Nyquist wins again, No. 1 again in AP rankings (The Associated Press)
DERBY TOP 10: Nyquist wins again, No. 1 again in AP rankings (The Associated Press) Doug O'Neill had quite a Kentucky Derby kind of weekend. … [Read more...]
The Daily Dose: Dose: Injury News & Trade Talk
The Daily Dose: Dose: Injury News & Trade Talk While there are no NBA games to keep us occupied during the break, there are plenty of trade rumors to share in the Dose. And if you haven’t watched the Dunk Contest highlights yet, make sure you do. Aaron Gordon had two of my favorite dunks of all time, back-to-back. Follow me on Twitter by clicking here! All-Star Notes The West won 196-173 and … [Read more...]