Toews On Ice wins William Walker by 2 lengths at Churchill (The Associated Press) LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- Toews On Ice took command at the top of the stretch and went on to a two-length victory over Entertainer in the $100,000 William Walker for 3-year-olds on a rainy opening night of the spring meet at Churchill Downs on Saturday. … [Read more...]
Andre Berto stops Victor Ortiz in 4th round, avenging loss (The Associated Press)
Andre Berto stops Victor Ortiz in 4th round, avenging loss (The Associated Press) Andre Berto stopped Victor Ortiz with two knockdowns in the fourth round Saturday night, avenging his loss in the welterweight stars' first bout five years ago. Berto (31-4, 24 KOs) rebounded ferociously after Ortiz knocked him down in the second round of their rematch. Berto floored Ortiz the first time with … [Read more...]
Maple Leafs, Jets and Blue Jackets earn top spots in new NHL Draft Lottery
Maple Leafs, Jets and Blue Jackets earn top spots in new NHL Draft Lottery Worst season of THE BACHELORETTE ever #NHLDraftLottery pic.twitter.com/tFY6KUcval— Greg Wyshynski (@wyshynski) May 1, 2016 None of the Canadian teams made it into the playoffs, but in the end, Canada still won. The Toronto Maple Leafs had the highest odds of winning the first overall spot, and this time the Edmonton … [Read more...]
Messi delivers on promise, gives Curry signed jersey
Messi delivers on promise, gives Curry signed jersey 10:17 PM ET print Stephen Curry might be sidelined for the start of the second round of the playoffs, but the Golden State Warriors guard is still putting up big numbers -- at least on social media. Recently, he surpassed 10 million followers on Instagram, and to commemorate the milestone, he was given a signed jersey from … [Read more...]
Pens' Maata injured on Orpik's late hit to head
Pens' Maata injured on Orpik's late hit to head The wheel of discipline in the NHL's department of player safety is going to get another underwhelming spin Sunday when they take a look at a hit delivered by Washington Capitals defenseman Brooks Orpik in the first period on Saturday night. The hit ended up knocking Penguins defenseman Olli Maatta out of the game and earned Orpik a … [Read more...]
2016 NFL Draft, instant reaction: Best and most worrisome picks – NFL.com
2016 NFL Draft, instant reaction: Best and most worrisome picks - NFL.com You can't make this stuff up. As if the Chicago nights weren't frigid enough during the 2016 NFL Draft, nothing was as cold as the apparent attempted social-media takedown of Laremy Tunsil on Day 1, or the freefall of arguably the most talented defensive prospect clear into Day 2, or, as one of my colleagues put it, "the … [Read more...]
Troy safety Nathan Harris dies in motorcycle crash
Troy safety Nathan Harris dies in motorcycle crash Troy University football player Nathan Harris passed away Saturday morning. The school announced that Harris, a freshman safety, died from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident in his hometown, Gulf Shores, Alabama. He was 19 years old. Troy Athletics Mourns the Death of Football Student-Athlete Nathan Harrishttps://t.co/7dzEebv3Up … [Read more...]
McLeod blows past field to win 110 hurdles at Drake Relays (Yahoo Sports)
McLeod blows past field to win 110 hurdles at Drake Relays (Yahoo Sports) Omar McLeod started his outdoor season as dominant as he was in indoor competition, cruising past a talented field for yet another easy victory. McLeod, the former Arkansas star who just turned 22 on Monday, won the 110-meter hurdles Saturday at the Drake Relays in a world-leading 13.08 seconds. McLeod improved to … [Read more...]
Manchester United vs. Leicester City predicted lineups
Manchester United vs. Leicester City predicted lineups The biggest game of the season features Leicester City and Manchester United at the Theater of Dreams on Sunday, with the Foxes knowing that a win would crown them Champions of the Premier League for the first time ever. In the most exciting Premier League season in recent memory, the Foxes have been the most outstanding team and are on the … [Read more...]
Other options no longer available, Brian Hoyer signs with Bears
Other options no longer available, Brian Hoyer signs with Bears The Chicago Bears did not draft a quarterback over the seven rounds of this year's selection meeting, but not long after it ended, they signed a veteran to backup Jay Cutler. Chicago has signed Brian Hoyer to a one-year deal, general manager Ryan Pace confirmed to reporters on Saturday evening. There was no immediate word on … [Read more...]