Wiggins returns for Britain at track cycling worlds (The Associated Press) Wiggins is one of the standout names competing at the five-day event at Lee Valley VeloPark, which hosted the 2012 Olympic cycling program. The men will compete in 10 events with the women riding in nine - the Madison being the only event remaining that's only for men - in the final competition of the track cycling … [Read more...]
Froome prepared to help Thomas win gold in Rio (Reuters)
Froome prepared to help Thomas win gold in Rio (Reuters) By Martyn Herman LONDON (Reuters) - Chris Froome says he would work for British team mate Geraint Thomas at this year's Olympic Games if his own gold medal ambitions falter in Rio. Froome is targeting a third Tour de France before setting his sights on an unprecedented two Olympic golds on the twisty streets of Rio de Janeiro in the … [Read more...]
Antetokounmpo and Parker look like future stars in Bucks win
Antetokounmpo and Parker look like future stars in Bucks win The Milwaukee Bucks have had a very disappointing season, but their fortune has turned in recent weeks due in large part to promising showings from high-potential forwards Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jabari Parker. After playing below expectations in the opening months, both players have shown flashes of the abilities that had many … [Read more...]
Five storylines to watch in week one of conference tournament play
Five storylines to watch in week one of conference tournament play While college basketball's marquee conference tournaments don't begin until next week, the undercard gets underway Tuesday night. The Atlantic Sun and Patriot League are the first of 12 conferences whose league tournaments tip off this week. Below is a look at the five biggest storylines from week one of conference tournament … [Read more...]
Ducks gain from ‘not screwing up the chemistry too much’ with trades
Ducks gain from 'not screwing up the chemistry too much' with trades The Anaheim Ducks tried to upgrade their wing position as they had planned and added long-term salary flexibility with a few deals right at Monday’s NHL trade deadline. Anaheim picked up Jamie McGinn from the Buffalo Sabres and Brandon Pirri from the Florida Panthers as the team looked to bolster their Stanley Cup playoff … [Read more...]
Cycling-Froome prepared to help Thomas win gold in Rio (Reuters)
Cycling-Froome prepared to help Thomas win gold in Rio (Reuters) By Martyn Herman LONDON, March 1 (Reuters) - Chris Froome says he would work for British team mate Geraint Thomas at this year's Olympic Games if his own gold medal ambitions falter in Rio. Froome is targeting a third Tour de France before setting his sights on an unprecedented two Olympic golds on the twisty streets of Rio … [Read more...]
Aubameyang, Kante top Wenger's wish list
Aubameyang, Kante top Wenger's wish list 2:49 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: Arsenal set for £115m summer revamp It's going to be a very big summer at Arsenal whatever ends up happening in the title … [Read more...]
NHL Three Stars: Hats off for Hornqvist, Schenn
NHL Three Stars: Hats off for Hornqvist, Schenn No. 1 Star: Patric Hornqvist, Pittsburgh Penguins Hornqvist tallied a hat trick and added an assist on Kris Letang’s third-period goal in the Penguins’ 6-0 rout of the Arizona Coyotes. Hornqvist scored two goals in the first period, both assisted by Sidney Crosby, and then on the power play in the second period, giving him 15 goals on the … [Read more...]
Nuggets' Gallinari has 2 torn ligaments in ankle
Nuggets' Gallinari has 2 torn ligaments in ankle 2:06 AM ET ESPN.com news services print Denver Nuggets forward Danilo Gallinari has two torn ligaments in his injured right ankle, the team announced Monday. The Nuggets offered the update on Monday night via the team's Twitter account, disclosing that Gallinari has torn anterior talofibular and calcaneofibular ligaments and a … [Read more...]
Clippers unveil Chuck the Condor, their instantly unpopular mascot
Clippers unveil Chuck the Condor, their instantly unpopular mascot The Los Angeles Clippers have long been one of the few NBA teams without an official mascot. While notable human fans like Clipper Darrell and Billy Crystal have arguably served in the role unofficially, owner Steve Ballmer deemed the introduction of a mascot to be a necessary part of the franchise's rebranding. It should not … [Read more...]