Top 5 must-see soccer matches on US TV this weekend Two of the Premier League’s biggest names will be desperate to save something from disappointing domestic campaigns on Sunday, as they meet in one of the division’s biggest derby matches. Indeed, with just nine games in the season remaining, things are beginning are beginning to hot up at the top […] Two of the Premier League’s biggest … [Read more...]
Adam LaRoche finally speaks out about his clash with the White Sox
Adam LaRoche finally speaks out about his clash with the White Sox Since Tuesday, the drama surrounding the Chicago White Sox and Adam LaRoche has escalated to astronomical levels. LaRoche abruptly announced his retirement after the club asked him to limit his son Drake's time in the clubhouse. In the following days, team president Kenny Williams, ace Chris Sale and even team owner Jerry … [Read more...]
32 NFL teams’ draft needs after first wave of free agency
32 NFL teams' draft needs after first wave of free agency Free agency isn't over, but the big fireworks mostly are. We've had some big names change teams, and with them some teams filled big holes. The picture isn't complete, of course. Colin Kaepernick, Robert Griffin III and Ryan Fitzpatrick can be had for the right price, leaving a bit of a QB carousel to be set into motion. And there … [Read more...]
Rotoworld Podcasts: NBA DFS Podcast for Mar. 18
Rotoworld Podcasts: NBA DFS Podcast for Mar. 18 Friday, March 18, 2016 There are only three more Friday night slates after tonight! Nick Mensio and I talked about hard-hitting bass lines for hip-hop in the first eight minutes, so we won't be offended if you skip to the eight-minute mark. As for the slate, there are a lot of cheap options out there, so stars and scrubs looks like a hot ticket. … [Read more...]
Video Breakdown: Video: Greinke vs. Fernandez
Video Breakdown: Video: Greinke vs. Fernandez D.J. Short Video Breakdown Friday, March 18, 2016 Follow @djshort and @Rotoworld_BB on Twitter.I recently joined Jenna Corrado (@JennaCorrado) to break down a bunch of matchups at each position. Specifically, we looked at players who are likely to be drafted near each other this spring. We started this series by debating the merits of Mike … [Read more...]
MLB season preview: Is Yankees bullpen good enough to reach October?
MLB season preview: Is Yankees bullpen good enough to reach October? Editor's Note: With the arrival of baseball season we're previewing each MLB team, from worst to best. We'll look at their key offseason moves, projected lineup, best and worst possible outcomes plus examine the team's fantasy implications with the help of friends from Roto Arcade. Our daily series continues with No. 13: … [Read more...]
St. Louis regional nearly tips off with illegal nets
St. Louis regional nearly tips off with illegal nets Shortly before play began at the Midwest Regional in St. Louis, a minor equipment problem was averted, as the arena swapped out improper nets for correct ones. None other than CBS announcer and former Michigan State star Steve Smith spotted the problem: Steve Smith demonstrates the too-long nets at St Louis. pic.twitter.com/w4X88zA17J— Jay … [Read more...]
Former cycling champion Pendleton comes 5th at Cheltenham (The Associated Press)
Former cycling champion Pendleton comes 5th at Cheltenham (The Associated Press) Victoria Pendleton gave a thumbs-up and a wave to the cheering crowd as she was welcomed into the winner's enclosure by thousands of fans at the Cheltenham Festival. Barely a year after sitting on a horse for the first time, Pendleton - an Olympic cycling champion-turned-amateur jockey - exceeded all … [Read more...]
Horse racing-Don Cossack wins Cheltenham Gold Cup (Reuters)
Horse racing-Don Cossack wins Cheltenham Gold Cup (Reuters) Don Cossack, the 9-4 favorite ridden by Bryan Cooper and trained by Gordon Elliott, won the Cheltenham Gold Cup on Fridayas Irish punters celebrated and bookmakers took another pounding. Willie Mullins-trained Djakadam, with Ruby Walsh in the saddle, finished second and stablemate Don Poli was third in an Irish sweep of the most … [Read more...]
Home wins loom for Martin Jol and Alex McLeish in African soccer
Home wins loom for Martin Jol and Alex McLeish in African soccer Former English Premier League managers Martin Jol and Alex McLeish should complete successful introductions to African football this weekend with Egyptian clubs Al Ahly and Zamalek. Jol-coached Ahly host Recreativo Libolo of Angola in Mediterranean city Alexandria after missing many scoring chances in a goalless first leg. … [Read more...]