Wenger: I won't stay as long as Ferguson 9:31 PM GMT Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has no plans to emulate Sir Alex Ferguson's 26 years as Manchester United manager despite being backed in the face of well-publicised protests. A 1-0 win over Norwich means next Sunday's clash at Manchester City is crucial in Arsenal's bid for an 18th successive season in the Champions League. A small minority of … [Read more...]
Clayton Kershaw does it all as Dodgers end skid
Clayton Kershaw does it all as Dodgers end skid Coming into Sunday's home tilt against the Padres, the Dodgers had lost six in a row and in the process fallen below the .500 mark. It fell to uber-ace Clayton Kershaw to close the wounds. He did that and more. Not only did Kershaw twirl a three-hit shutout against San Diego, but he also struck out 14 against no walks. Oh, and he also registered the … [Read more...]
Joe Pavelski plays hero as Sharks go up 2-0 on Predators
Joe Pavelski plays hero as Sharks go up 2-0 on Predators Joe Pavelski scored the go-ahead goal with 2:40 left in the third period, as the San Jose Sharks defeated the Nashville Predators 3-2 in Game 2 of the Western Conference semifinals. What we learned in two games of this series: The Predators can’t close and the Sharks never say die. Game 1 saw the Predators carry a 1-0 lead into the … [Read more...]
Despite loss, Paul George's brilliance reminds us that he's back
Despite loss, Paul George's brilliance reminds us that he's back 2:27 AM ET Nick FriedellESPN Staff Writer Close Nick Friedell is the Chicago Bulls beat reporter for ESPN Chicago. Friedell is a graduate of the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University and joined ESPNChicago.com for its launch in April 2009. print TORONTO -- Twenty minutes after … [Read more...]
The Walk Off: Clayton Kershaw ends Dodgers six game losing streak
The Walk Off: Clayton Kershaw ends Dodgers six game losing streak Welcome to The Walk Off, the nightly MLB recap from Big League Stew. Here we'll look at the top performers of the night, show you a must-see highlight and rundown the scoreboard. First, we start with a game you need to know about. When the Los Angeles Dodgers needed him most, ace Clayton Kershaw rose to the occasion. This … [Read more...]
Top WR recruit Demetris Robertson picks Cal over UGA – Chattanooga Times Free Press
Top WR recruit Demetris Robertson picks Cal over UGA - Chattanooga Times Free Press The Georgia Bulldogs had to wait three months before learning the destination of five-star receiver Demetris Robertson. They didn't like his answer. Robertson announced Sunday at the College Football Hall of Fame in Atlanta that he would be attending the University of California. The 6-foot, 180-pounder from … [Read more...]
ESPN conveniently edits Curt Schilling out of Red Sox documentary
ESPN conveniently edits Curt Schilling out of Red Sox documentary The ongoing feud between ESPN and former employee Curt Schilling may have just been taken to a new level. Schilling was fired by the network in April. Shortly after being let go, Schilling accused the station of bias and said they employ some of the most racist people he's ever met. [Join a Yahoo Daily Fantasy Baseball contest … [Read more...]
Breaking down the Seahawks' reported undrafted free agents – The Seattle Times
Breaking down the Seahawks' reported undrafted free agents - The Seattle Times As of Sunday night, the Seahawks have yet to officially release a list of thir undrafted free agents. But a dozen or so have been reported, a few of which have been independently confirmed either through the player himself on social media (or a coach or the school) as well as other sources. To clarify, players who … [Read more...]
Tony Stewart exits from car, turns wheel over to Ty Dillon
Tony Stewart exits from car, turns wheel over to Ty Dillon TALLADEGA, Ala.—Ty Dillon stood alone, leaning against a pile of tires in the No. 14 pit box. Like thousands of others all around him, he was watching the GEICO 500 unfolding around him, listening to the race on his headset. Unlike the rest of the fans, though, he was going to be driving in this race before too much longer. Dillon … [Read more...]
Toronto hangs on, takes Game 7, moves to the Eastern semifinals
Toronto hangs on, takes Game 7, moves to the Eastern semifinals The Raptors just couldn’t let anyone breathe easy. It wouldn’t be their style. Toronto managed to make the second round of the playoffs on Sunday night, edging out the Indiana Pacers in a too-close Game 7 at home, taking the deciding game of the series with an 89-84 score. The Raptors led by as many as 18 points but watched as … [Read more...]