Power Rankings: It might as well be a 12-car pileup this week 1. Kyle Busch (LW: 2): What does the guy who finishes second say after the race about the style of racing? "I hate it. I'd much rather sit at home. I got a win. I don't need to be here." Oh. Though can you blame Busch? This is the type of racing that broke his leg and foot in 2015. Yeah, he's damn good at it. But he's got plenty … [Read more...]
Steen, Backes score twice, Blues rout Stars 6-1
Steen, Backes score twice, Blues rout Stars 6-1 [unable to retrieve full-text content]ST. LOUIS (AP) Alexander Steen and David Backes had two goals apiece and the St. Louis Blues' defense put the clamps on the Dallas Stars in a 6-1 victory that put them up 2-1 in the second-round series Tuesday night. … [Read more...]
Nibali headlines Giro amid mechanical doping concerns (The Associated Press)
Nibali headlines Giro amid mechanical doping concerns (The Associated Press) Vincenzo Nibali knows exactly why he struggled so much last year, and this year the Sicilian is determined to return to cycling's pinnacle when he lines up as the main attraction in the Giro d'Italia, which begins Friday in the Netherlands. Nibali's 2014 Tour de France title made him the sixth rider to win all … [Read more...]
Predators ride Shea Weber blast, strong third to Game 3 win
Predators ride Shea Weber blast, strong third to Game 3 win Nashville Predators captain Shea Weber came back from an early slip up to hammer the game-winning goal in his team’s 4-1 win over the San Jose Sharks in Game 3 of their series. Weber also finished with one assist in 24:02 of action. This brought the series to 2-1 in favor of the Sharks with Game 4 on Thursday in Nashville. [Join a … [Read more...]
Ky. bourbon trail offers a lesson for reviving racing’s fans (The Associated Press)
Ky. bourbon trail offers a lesson for reviving racing's fans (The Associated Press) Camera-toting visitors to the grounds at Three Chimneys Farm can get a glimpse of the pampered lives of thoroughbred stallions - the star attractions that frolic in lush paddocks or relax in stately stalls when they aren't in the breeding shed. Some of the best-known farms in Kentucky's horse country are … [Read more...]
NFL overturned Duane Brown’s suspension for…contaminated beef?
NFL overturned Duane Brown's suspension for...contaminated beef? Even for professional athletes, one of the benefits to being on vacation is to be able to indulge. Dinner lasts a little longer and may include one or two extra courses, the dessert menu is a requirement, an extra drink or two are consumed at the resort bar. But for Houston Texans left tackle Duane Brown, an indulgent getaway … [Read more...]
Chelsea target Higuain as insurance for Costa
Chelsea target Higuain as insurance for Costa 12:01 AM GMT Jack Rathborn 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: Higuain could replace a China-bound Costa Antonio Conte is confident of securing a £45m deal … [Read more...]
St. Louis offense overpowers Dallas goaltenders in Game 3 win
St. Louis offense overpowers Dallas goaltenders in Game 3 win Before Tuesday’s Game 3 at the St. Louis Blues the Dallas Stars tried to play coy with their goaltenders. Coach Lindy Ruff wouldn’t say who would start, perhaps to confuse the Blues in their preparation. The Stars ended up using both netminders, but neither could stop St. Louis’ offense in the Blues’ 6-1 drubbing of the Stars. … [Read more...]
Baseball Daily Dose: Daily Dose: Get Carter
Baseball Daily Dose: Daily Dose: Get Carter Follow @Rotoworld_BB and @RyanPBoyer on Twitter. Convinced that his inconsistency and big strikeout numbers weren’t worth the power he provided, the Astros non-tendered Chris Carter over the winter. Carter is doing his best to make them regret the decision. Carter launched a pair of mammoth home runs in Tuesday’s victory over the Angels. It was the … [Read more...]
Ortiz to re-enact post-bombing speech for movie
Ortiz to re-enact post-bombing speech for movie In case you've been wondering what David Ortiz will do after his playing career is over, then Tuesday might've brought with it a hint. Ortiz is going to give acting a go, according to the Hollywood Reporter: Berg is using actual news footage as B-roll for the bombing sequences, which were shot over six days in late April. But for Big Papi's … [Read more...]