A Lot wins Belmont's Elusive Quality; sets course record (The Associated Press) A Lot beat Green Mask by a nose in a battle of closers Saturday to set the course record in the $100,000 Elusive Quality Stakes on the turf at Belmont Park. A Lot rallied from seventh to grab the lead at the top the stretch and withstood the challenge from Green Mask, the trailer for much of the race in the … [Read more...]
Penguins stifle Capitals offense to draw even in series
Penguins stifle Capitals offense to draw even in series Braden Holtby can only do so much for the Washington Capitals. He can't be expected to go out and score goals, too. It looked like it was going to be a tough night for the Pittsburgh Penguins after Olli Maatta was knocked out of the game by Brooks Orpik on a high, violent hit to the head. It was the young defenseman's second shift in … [Read more...]
NFL Draft Grades: Draft 2016: NFC Draft Grades
NFL Draft Grades: Draft 2016: NFC Draft Grades The 2016 NFL draft concluded Saturday evening. Rotoworld blurbed every single selection, picks one (Jared Goff) through 253 (Kalan Reed). You can use our search engine in the top right-hand corner of this page to access our in-depth rookie writeups.After a grueling three days of “work,” we'll put the finishing touches on our intensive draft coverage … [Read more...]
The Spurs obliterated the Thunder in a historic Game 1 blowout
The Spurs obliterated the Thunder in a historic Game 1 blowout The smart analysis said that the Western Conference Semifinals between the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder would be the most competitive series of the postseason so far, a matchup between two title-caliber squads with a long history and contrasting styles. Naturally, Game 1 ended up as the most overwhelming blowout of … [Read more...]
After a humiliating Game 1, it's back to the drawing board for the Thunder
After a humiliating Game 1, it's back to the drawing board for the Thunder 12:56 AM ET print SAN ANTONIO -- Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook sat on opposite ends of the Oklahoma City Thunder bench, Durant at the front and Westbrook on the end. Durant leaned forward, his face in his left hand, expressionless and mostly motionless. Westbrook stared forward at nothing in … [Read more...]
Zac Curtis wears the face of shock after call up from A ball
Zac Curtis wears the face of shock after call up from A ball For the most part, when young prospects are called up to the big leagues, it comes after getting some experience in the high minor leagues. For some, that means a little seasoning in Triple-A. For other, more high profile prospects, that can mean a promotion directly from Double-A. Rarely though will a prospect get called up … [Read more...]
Rams invest picks on offensive players on last day of NFL draft – Los Angeles Times
Rams invest picks on offensive players on last day of NFL draft - Los Angeles Times The Rams began the NFL draft by choosing quarterback Jared Goff with the No. 1 pick.They ended it Saturday by making four of five selections offensive players who can help Goff and a passing game that ranked last in the league in 2015. The Rams took Western Kentucky tight end Tyler … [Read more...]
Basketball Daily Dose: Dose: Spurs Send Statement
Basketball Daily Dose: Dose: Spurs Send Statement LaMarcus Aldridge, Kawhi Leonard and the San Antonio Spurs sent a clear and emphatic Game 1 statement: The rest of the NBA is on notice. San Antonio’s ability to evolve is a key ingredient in their recipe for excellence, and Leonard’s transformation as a player serves as an appropriate example. Now paired alongside Aldridge—who enjoyed dream … [Read more...]
Kent Bazemore not afraid to take on LeBron James
Kent Bazemore not afraid to take on LeBron James 11:30 PM ET Ohm YoungmisukESPN Staff Writer Close Ohm Youngmisuk has covered the Giants, Jets and the NFL since 2006. Prior to that, he covered the Nets, Knicks and the NBA for nearly a decade. He joined ESPNNewYork.com after working at the New York Daily News for almost 12 years and is a graduate of Michigan State University.Follow him on Twitter … [Read more...]