‘I don’t know what I sign’, Messi tells judge in fraud case: report Barcelona (AFP) – Argentina star Lionel Messi, who is due to go on trial in Barcelona for alleged tax fraud, told a judge that he never looks at the contracts he signs, the El Periodico daily said Monday. The newspaper got access to Messi’s September 2013 statement to a judge and published extracts just a day before the … [Read more...]
Martin Truex Jr. leads all but 12 miles, wins Coca-Cola 600
Martin Truex Jr. leads all but 12 miles, wins Coca-Cola 600 Hey, Martin Truex Jr. won a race. He more than won Sunday's Coca-Cola 600. He absolutely kicked everyone's butt. Truex set a NASCAR record for the most miles led in a Sprint Cup race as he led all but 12 of the 600 miles in Sunday's Coca-Cola 600. Despite Truex's dominance, you can't fault yourself from wondering if Truex would fail … [Read more...]
PSG star Aurier detained after police fight
PSG star Aurier detained after police fight Paris (AFP) – French police detained Paris Saint-Germain star Serge Aurier on Monday after he hit an officer outside a nightclub, police sources said. The 23-year-old Ivory Coast international, who has been regularly in trouble with his club, is alleged to have “insulted and hit a police officer,” one source told AFP. Paris Saint-Germain confirmed that … [Read more...]
The Walk Off: White Sox bullpen implodes again in loss to Royals
The Walk Off: White Sox bullpen implodes again in loss to Royals 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. The relentless Kansas City Royals of the past few years appear to be back. You know, the team … [Read more...]
Alexander Rossi wins the Indianapolis 500 while running out of gas
Alexander Rossi wins the Indianapolis 500 while running out of gas The Indianapolis 500 has been known for some unpredictable finishes. The 100th one came up with an incredibly surprising winner as American Alexander Rossi coasted to the checkered flag for his first IndyCar win. In fact, you could argue Rossi is the most surprising winner in the 500's history. But before we say why, here's … [Read more...]
Baseball Daily Dose: Daily Dose: Selling Shields
Baseball Daily Dose: Daily Dose: Selling Shields James Shields may be pitching himself out of San Diego, in a good way. Shields, who owns a 3.06 ERA through 10 starts with the cellar-dwelling Padres, has been the subject of recent trade rumors as teams begin looking for outside help for a playoff push. Most recently, the White Sox on Sunday were reported to have had discussions with the Padres … [Read more...]
Si Sage wins Charles Whittingham at Santa Anita (The Associated Press)
Si Sage wins Charles Whittingham at Santa Anita (The Associated Press) ARCADIA, Calif. (AP) -- Si Sage led all the way to win the $200,000 Charles Whittingham Stakes by 2 1/2 lengths Sunday at Santa Anita. … [Read more...]
Wiggle It Jiggleit paces fastest mile at Harrah’s (The Associated Press)
Wiggle It Jiggleit paces fastest mile at Harrah's (The Associated Press) CHESTER, Pa. (AP) -- Wiggle It Jiggleit paced the fastest mile in the 11-year history of Harrah's Philadelphia on Sunday, winning the $200,000 Dorothy Mullin Invitational for older male pacers by 1 3/4 lengths over in 1:47.3. … [Read more...]
‘Gabigol’ off mark as Brazil down Panama
‘Gabigol’ off mark as Brazil down Panama Los Angeles (AFP) – Rising teenage star Gabriel scored on his international debut as Brazil warmed up for the Copa America Centenario with a 2-0 victory over Panama. Gabriel — affectionately known as “Gabigol” — underscored his precocious talent by calmly finishing Brazil’s second goal on 73 minutes soon after replacing veteran striker Jonas as a … [Read more...]
Stanley Cup Final Preview: Who has the better aesthetics?
Stanley Cup Final Preview: Who has the better aesthetics? Leading up to Monday's Game 1, Puck Daddy is previewing every facet of the Stanley Cup Final between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the San Jose Sharks — on the ice and off the ice. ANTHEM SINGER The San Jose Sharks don't have a dedicated anthem singer. Instead, they rotate through local singers and occasionally the notable guest singer. … [Read more...]