New York City FC slump to MLS loss as star midfielder Andrea Pirlo dropped New York City FC boss Patrick Vieira’s shock decision to omit Italian star Andrea Pirlo from his squad failed to pay off in a 2-0 Major League Soccer defeat to the Union in Philadelphia. Vieira on Saturday stressed that Pirlo wasn’t injured, and his absence was strictly a coach’s decision. “I’m just trying to choose the … [Read more...]
Blackhawks rally to force Game 7 against Blues
Blackhawks rally to force Game 7 against Blues Two days after the Chicago Blackhawks saved their season with an overtime goal off the stick of Patrick Kane in Game 5, they were on the ropes once again in Game 6 against the St. Louis Blues. St. Louis had rattled off three goals in quick succession in the first period, making it look as though Chicago had run out of gas. Their Stanley Cup title … [Read more...]
Patriots must make second-round magic this year – Boston Herald
Patriots must make second-round magic this year - Boston Herald There is a dramatic difference between Bill Belichick’s best and worst second-round draft picks during his 16 years with the Patriots. This week, without the luxury of setting the tone in the first round, Belichick and the Patriots must be on the money when they’re on the clock at Nos. 60 and 61, assuming they use both selections or … [Read more...]
Basketball Daily Dose: Dose: It's Dame's World
Basketball Daily Dose: Dose: It's Dame's World We’ve already had two “will he be suspended?” moments (more on those later), which I think means that the playoffs have officially started. Some series are a little closer than others, but we’ve seen some great playoff basketball thus far and look to be in for a fun couple months. Saturday didn’t have any games that will be replayed as … [Read more...]
NHL Three Stars: Rust, Penguins eliminate Rangers
NHL Three Stars: Rust, Penguins eliminate Rangers No. 1 Star: Bryan Rust, Pittsburgh Penguins The Penguins forward sparked their four-goal second period with two goals and an assist on Matt Cullen’s tally. The Penguins eliminated the New York Rangers, 6-3. No. 2 Star: Dale Weise, Chicago Blackhawks The key deadline pickup finally made a playoff impact, as Weise scored the go-ahead goal for … [Read more...]
Durant: Flagrant right call, but wasn't trying to hurt
Durant: Flagrant right call, but wasn't trying to hurt 3:58 AM ET print DALLAS -- Kevin Durant was called for a flagrant foul 2 and was ejected in the Oklahoma City Thunder's 119-108 Game 4 win over the Dallas Mavericks, his first career postseason ejection and second career ejection. With 50.6 seconds left, Durant bit on a pump fake by rookie Justin Anderson and swiped at the … [Read more...]
Man City win Stones race; Jovetic to Chelsea
Man City win Stones race; Jovetic to Chelsea 1:47 AM GMT Chris Borg The summer window will be opening before you know it, and rumours around the world are picking up steam. As always, Transfer Talk has its finger on the pulse when it comes to the latest gossip. See the latest deals here. TOP STORY: Man City to beat Man United and Chelsea to Stones? Chelsea and Manchester United will be left … [Read more...]
Baseball Daily Dose: Daily Dose: Maeda, Man
Baseball Daily Dose: Daily Dose: Maeda, Man Kenta Maeda was unfazed by his environment, the way he's been all year. This environment -- Coors Field -- was different, but the result was the same as Maeda carried a no-hitter into the sixth inning and finished with 6 1/3 shutout innings in a win over the Rockies. Maeda allowed three hits in total while striking out eight to move to 3-0 with a 0.36 … [Read more...]
NFL draft: 3 Bears likely to be drafted high – Waco Tribune-Herald
NFL draft: 3 Bears likely to be drafted high - Waco Tribune-Herald Andrew Billings, Corey Coleman and Xavien Howard all decided to forgo their senior years at Baylor to chase their dreams of playing in the NFL. By next weekend, they’ll find out where their futures will take them. Both Billings and Coleman are projected as first-round picks while Howard could go as early as the second round of … [Read more...]
Golovkin stops Wade in 2nd round for 22nd straight KO win (The Associated Press)
Golovkin stops Wade in 2nd round for 22nd straight KO win (The Associated Press) Less than six minutes after the opening bell, Gennady Golovkin left another contender for his middleweight belts crumpled on the canvas. Golovkin defended his middleweight titles in devastating fashion again Saturday night, finishing Wade in the second round for his 22nd straight stoppage victory. Golovkin … [Read more...]