Russell has 'ice in his veins,' scores career-high 39 to beat Nets D'Angelo Russell's rookie season with the Los Angeles Lakers has been marked by quite a bit of chaos in the wake of legend Kobe Bryant's ongoing and all-consuming farewell tour, and no small amount of friction with head coach Byron Scott about the proper role and development of a teenage point guard in the best basketball … [Read more...]
Saves and Steals: Bullpen Review: NL Central
Saves and Steals: Bullpen Review: NL Central Over the last couple weeks, the bullpens of the NL East and AL East were reviewed in detail. Since then, A.J. Ramos' stock has soared at the expense of Carter Capps. Unfortunately, Capps is dealing with a second round of elbow pain. These things usually lead to Tommy John surgery. Today, we'll move along to the NL Central. As always, I welcome any and … [Read more...]
MLS may likely seek to control USSF after 2018
MLS may likely seek to control USSF after 2018 Last Friday when MLS Commissioner Don Garber prepared to cast the United States Soccer Federation (USSF) ballot for FIFA President, Twitter blew up. The election, which was being broadcast live into American homes by both FOX Sports 1 and ESPN, was a major event in terms of soccer coverage in […] Last Friday when MLS Commissioner Don Garber … [Read more...]
Todd McShay NFL mock draft update: Detroit Lions pick a Buckeye – Detroit Free Press
Todd McShay NFL mock draft update: Detroit Lions pick a Buckeye - Detroit Free Press Ohio State offensive lineman Taylor Decker plays against Maryland on Oct. 10, 2015, in Columbus, Ohio.(Photo: Jay LaPrete Associated Press) Detroit Lions fans who also like college football might not enjoy this idea. After all, Ohio State is the most hated college football team in the country. But ESPN draft … [Read more...]
UFC 196 predictions: FOX Sports 1 'Prelims' undercard preview, Pt. 2 – MMAmania.com
UFC 196 predictions: FOX Sports 1 'Prelims' undercard preview, Pt. 2 - MMAmania.com More fights are coming to Fight Pass and FOX Sports 1 this weekend (Sat., March 5, 2016) when UFC 196: “McGregor vs. Diaz” kicks off from MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. MMAmania.com's Patrick Stumberg kicks off the UFC 196 "Prelims" party with the second (and final) installment of a two-part … [Read more...]
Hammond replaces injured Anderson, Senators fall short in comeback
Hammond replaces injured Anderson, Senators fall short in comeback Stop us if you've heard this one before: a goaltender was injured in a game with the St. Louis Blues. PLOT TWIST - the goaltender injured is on the opposing team. Late in the second period, with the Ottawa Senators down 3-1 to the Blues, starting goaltender Craig Anderson drops down to block a wraparound attempt by Magnus … [Read more...]
Paul Casey scoffs that changed Euro Tour membership rules helped him
Paul Casey scoffs that changed Euro Tour membership rules helped him When the European Tour changed its membership requirements, it did so with the hope that players on the fringes of the top 50 in the Official World Golf Ranking would have an easier time meeting their commitments and simultaneously being able to maintain their PGA Tour memberships. So, chief executive Keith Pelley knocked … [Read more...]
Danny Willett could skip Masters for birth of child
Danny Willett could skip Masters for birth of child Danny Willett is in next month's Masters, but the Englishman may not tee it up at Augusta National. Willett and his wife Nicole are expecting their first child, a son, during the week of the year's first major. The world No. 15 said on Tuesday at the WGC-Cadillac Championship that he won't make the trip to Augusta if the child isn't born by … [Read more...]
Camping World CEO: Company won’t pull sponsorship after Trump support
Camping World CEO: Company won't pull sponsorship after Trump support Camping World CEO Marcus Lemonis wasn't a fan of NASCAR CEO Brian France's endorsement of Donald Trump on Monday. Shortly after France endorsed Trump along with other current and former NASCAR drivers, Lemonis tweeted there was no place for political endorsements in business. There is no place for politics/any political … [Read more...]
Reports: Ravens, Joe Flacco agree to extension through 2021 season
Reports: Ravens, Joe Flacco agree to extension through 2021 season Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco may be recovering from a torn ACL, but that hasn't stopped the Ravens from committing to keep their franchise QB around for years to come. Via multiple reports on Wednesday morning, Baltimore and Flacco have agreed to a three-year contract extension that will run through 2021. The … [Read more...]