Conspiracy theory: Did the Brewers replace Hank with a new dog? The story of Hank the Ballpark Pup is a great one and it goes like this: A stray dog wandered into the Milwaukee Brewers spring training camp is Marysville, Ariz. in 2014. The players immediately loved him. They named him Hank after Hank Aaron and soon enough, adopted him as an unofficial team mascot. [2016 Yahoo Fantasy … [Read more...]
Gophers have three potential NFL draft picks – TwinCities.com-Pioneer Press
Gophers have three potential NFL draft picks - TwinCities.com-Pioneer Press At last week’s NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis, team scouts scribbled private player evaluations to be squirreled away for selecting players at the NFL Draft from April 28-30. Among the subjects of those thoughts were three former Gophers: linebacker De’Vondre Campbell and cornerbacks Briean Boddy-Calhoun and Eric … [Read more...]
WKU RB Leon Allen granted medical hardship, will return in 2016
WKU RB Leon Allen granted medical hardship, will return in 2016 One of Conference USA’s top running backs will return in 2016. According to multiple reports, the NCAA has approved a medical hardship waiver for Western Kentucky’ Leon Allen, allowing him to return for a fifth season. Allen went down with a serious knee injury in the second game of WKU’s 2015 season and never returned. Before … [Read more...]
Atletico ease past Sociedad, cut Barca’s lead
Atletico ease past Sociedad, cut Barca’s lead Atletico Madrid closed the gap on La Liga leaders Barcelona to five points with a routine 3-0 win over Real Sociedad on Tuesday. A bright start from the hosts was rewarded when Diego Reyes turned Koke’s low cross into his own net after just eight minutes. Saul Niguez’s acrobatic volley […] Photo credit: AFP Atletico Madrid closed the gap on La … [Read more...]
Bills will release DE Mario Williams, franchise OT Cordy Glenn
Bills will release DE Mario Williams, franchise OT Cordy Glenn The Buffalo Bills are set to make a slew of moves prior to Tuesday's deadline. The biggest news comes with the impending release of defensive end Mario Williams and the franchise tag being placed on left tackle Cordy Glenn, according to multiple media reports. In addition, the team has restructured the contract of tight end … [Read more...]
Don’t rush Manchester United gem Marcus Rashford, warns Van Gaal
Don’t rush Manchester United gem Marcus Rashford, warns Van Gaal Marcus Rashford’s astonishing start in senior football has given Manchester United a significant lift at a key stage of a trying season, ahead of Watford’s visit on Wednesday. The 18-year-old striker has impressed in United’s junior sides this season, scoring three times at Under-19 level and also finding the net […] Photo … [Read more...]
Eagles sign Sam Bradford to 2-year extension
Eagles sign Sam Bradford to 2-year extension The Philadelphia Eagles have settled on their quarterback of the future. Well, the near future at least. They have signed Sam Bradford to a two-year extension. The team announced the move on its official Twitter feed: #Eagles and QB Sam Bradford agree to terms on a new two-year contract. #FlyEaglesFly pic.twitter.com/YU4mgVdvyd— Philadelphia … [Read more...]
Here’s the photorealistic tattoo of sweaty James Harden you wanted
Here's the photorealistic tattoo of sweaty James Harden you wanted The last time I saw someone get a tattoo of James Harden's face, I was like, "This is pretty cool, but it'd be even cooler if it was photorealistic to the point where you could see the sweat rolling down Harden's face and wonder if it was really rolling down the dude's leg." Well, good news, rap dudes: NBA tattoo life just … [Read more...]
Yankees Aroldis Chapman suspended 30 games for domestic incident
Yankees Aroldis Chapman suspended 30 games for domestic incident New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman has been suspended for 30 games due to his role in a domestic incident. Billy Witz of the New York Times was first to report the news, which has since been confirmed by Major League Baseball. Chapman will not appeal the suspension. The 28-year-old pitcher was being investigated under … [Read more...]
St. Louis Blues and franchise paralysis at the trade deadline
St. Louis Blues and franchise paralysis at the trade deadline The Western Conference is an arms race. The Chicago Blackhawks, Colorado Avalanche, Los Angeles Kings, Anaheim Ducks and Dallas Stars added to their arsenals. The San Jose Sharks got some impressive insurance in goal. Even the Minnesota Wild added a body. Two teams stood pat at the trade deadline. The Nashville Predators have won … [Read more...]