Merson's predictions: Tottenham to narrow gap on leaders Leicester - SkySports Paul Merson Football Expert & Columnist @PaulMerse Manchester United and Crystal Palace to seal FA Cup final spot Last Updated: 21/04/16 6:45pm Sky Sports' Paul Merson is back to look ahead to another crucial round of Premier League fixtures. Eight points off a maiden top-flight crown, … [Read more...]
Weekly Picks: Fuzzy Logic: Week 35 Rankings
Weekly Picks: Fuzzy Logic: Week 35 Rankings A-C-A. Always. Captain. Aguero...or at least Alexis Sanchez. Gameweek 34 lived up to the hype, and it continues to do so as of this writing with Arsenal currently playing West Brom to wrap up the week and Alexis Sanchez is already on a brace against the Baggies. There were many surprises in the team news, plenty of twists and turns, but a fantasy … [Read more...]
The 10-man rotation, starring things falling apart in the playoffs
The 10-man rotation, starring things falling apart in the playoffs A look around the league and the Web that covers it. It's also important to note that the rotation order and starting nods aren't always listed in order of importance. That's for you, dear reader, to figure out. C: ESPN.com. Zach Lowe on why the absence of Avery Bradley caused so many problems for the Boston Celtics in their … [Read more...]
This is how the Fenway Park organist paid tribute to Prince
This is how the Fenway Park organist paid tribute to Prince While society as a whole mourned the loss one of the coolest people on the planet, Josh Kantor paid tribute to Prince the best way he knew how. On his organ. [Join a Yahoo Daily Fantasy Baseball contest now] Kantor is the resident organist at Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Sox. The Red Sox started their game with the Tampa Bay … [Read more...]
Gronk and Richard Sherman attempt to make you laugh
Gronk and Richard Sherman attempt to make you laugh In a marriage that seemed feasible only in reality television, the New England Patriots' Rob Gronkowski and Seattle Seahawks' Richard Sherman have teamed up for a series of digital shorts, the first of which debuted Thursday. "In some ways we're an odd couple," Sherman told Yahoo Sports. "It was one of those things where opposites attract. … [Read more...]
Manchester United’s Van Gaal angered by Old Trafford empty seats
Manchester United’s Van Gaal angered by Old Trafford empty seats Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal reacted angrily to suggestions that his club’s supporters had voted with their feet by missing a 2-0 victory over Crystal Palace at Old Trafford. The Premier League side announced a near-capacity crowd of 75,277 for the win which maintained their bid to finish in […] Photo credit: AFP … [Read more...]
Ainge says Bradley's strain 'closer to Grade 1'
Ainge says Bradley's strain 'closer to Grade 1' 2:40 PM ET Chris ForsbergESPN Staff Writer Close Covered Celtics since 2007 Emmy award-winning videographer Joined ESPNBoston.com in 2009 print Boston Celtics president of basketball operations Danny Ainge hinted that Avery Bradley suffered a Grade 2 hamstring strain in Game 1 and dubbed him a "long shot" to play again … [Read more...]
Byung-ho Park’s homers are the best thing about the Twins so far
Byung-ho Park's homers are the best thing about the Twins so far There have been a number of things that been underwhelming about the start of 2016 for the Minnesota Twins — the 0-9 start, Miguel Sano's .216 batting average and all things Byron Buxton. But one thing that hasn't underwhelmed is Korean rookie Byung-ho Park's ability to hit massive home runs. Park — a 29-year-old who hit 50+ … [Read more...]
Report: Braves complai over home park's infield
Report: Braves complai over home park's infield Another day, another group taking issue with Turner Field's conditions. The newest complaint comes from an unlikely group -- the Braves themselves. Really. Here's what Doug Padilla reported on Thursday: Unhappy over the conditions of the Turner Field infield, Atlanta Braves players are considering contacting the players' union to see if they … [Read more...]
Draft capsules for the NFC East (Apr 21, 2016) – FOXSports.com
Draft capsules for the NFC East (Apr 21, 2016) - FOXSports.com Draft capsules for NFC East teams: 2. PHILADELPHIA EAGLES (7-9) LAST SEASON: Disappointing season ended with Chip Kelly being fired before final game and team missed playoffs for second straight year. Sam Bradford showed enough in second half to get two-year contract extension, but Eagles clearly don't view him as long-term answer at … [Read more...]