Duncan Keith accepts six-game suspension from NHL Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Duncan Keith was apologetic when discussing how he high-sticked Minnesota Wild forward Charlie Coyle in the face. In his first public comments since the Tuesday incident that landed Keith a six-game suspension (which includes Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs), the defending Conn Smythe Trophy winner said he … [Read more...]
Oklahoma was embarrassed at Final Four and Twitter showed no mercy
Oklahoma was embarrassed at Final Four and Twitter showed no mercy Villanova crushed Oklahoma in a national semifinal game at the Final Four on Saturday in Houston, winning in record-setting fashion and touching off a wave of disbelieving and humorous responses on social media. The Wildcats shot 71.4 percent in the game and won 95-51 to advance to the national title game Monday night against … [Read more...]
Nyquist still perfect, wins Florida Derby with ease (The Associated Press)
Nyquist still perfect, wins Florida Derby with ease (The Associated Press) Nyquist and Mohaymen were nearly eye-to-eye as they turned for home in the $1 million Florida Derby, making it appear for a moment like an epic stretch duel awaited between the horses who've long been considered the favorites for Triple Crown season. In a flash, Nyquist was gone - to a win, to a $1.6 million payday … [Read more...]
British doctor alleges he doped 150 sportsmen (Reuters)
British doctor alleges he doped 150 sportsmen (Reuters) UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) said it was "deeply concerned and shocked" by a Sunday Times report in which a British doctor alleged he had prescribed banned performance-enhancing drugs to 150 sportsmen including several Premier League footballers. The paper said Dr Mark Bonar claimed his "clients" included an England cricketer, British Tour de … [Read more...]
Doping-British doctor alleges he doped 150 sportsmen (Reuters)
Doping-British doctor alleges he doped 150 sportsmen (Reuters) * UK Anti-Doping knew of claims * UKAD to set up inquiry (updates with UK Anti-Doping statement) LONDON, April 2 (Reuters) - UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) said it was "deeply concerned and shocked" by a Sunday Times report in which a British doctor alleged he had prescribed banned performance-enhancing drugs to 150 sportsmen including … [Read more...]
Report: Datsyuk could leave Wings for Russia
Report: Datsyuk could leave Wings for Russia There's some potentially troubling news for Detroit Red Wings fans Saturday night as Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman mentioned on the Hockey Night in Canada broadcast that there is a "legitimate change" that Pavel Datsyuk could leave the team after this season to return to Russia. The reason for Datsyuk's return to Russia, should it actually happen, would … [Read more...]
49ers’ Kaepernick could be Broncos-bound – if he agrees to new deal
49ers' Kaepernick could be Broncos-bound - if he agrees to new deal As of this moment, the Denver Broncos have one quarterback on their roster with playoff experience in Mark Sanchez, but soon they could have a second: Colin Kaepernick. ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Saturday night that the San Francisco 49ers and Broncos have the parameters of a deal in principle in place that would send … [Read more...]
Spring Headlines: A.J. Pollock hopes to return this season
Spring Headlines: A.J. Pollock hopes to return this season The Arizona Diamondbacks suffered a terrible blow on Friday when All-Star outfielder A.J. Pollock fractured his right elbow sliding into home plate. It was actually Pollock's first game back after a three-week absence to deal with soreness in the same elbow. Apparently, it just wasn't strong enough to hold up, and now Arizona is … [Read more...]
Ex-Hawks center Antic files lawsuit against NYPD
Ex-Hawks center Antic files lawsuit against NYPD 8:52 PM ET Kevin ArnovitzESPN Staff Writer Close NBA writer for ESPN.com since 2008 Former contributor and editor at NPR print Former Atlanta Hawks center Pero Antic on Friday filed a civil suit against the New York Police Department, and Hawks forward Thabo Sefolosha will file suit this week, a source close to the proceedings said. … [Read more...]
After initial plans on defensive backs fall through, the Rams are trying to regroup – Los Angeles Times
After initial plans on defensive backs fall through, the Rams are trying to regroup - Los Angeles Times The third in a series of occasional stories on the Rams' depth by position, as the team prepares for the April 28-30 NFL draft. Today, the defensive backs:There would be no question about status of the Rams' secondary if the team's brain trust had executed its … [Read more...]