Hardy, Anderson win swim events at Speedo Grand Challenge (Yahoo Sports) IRVINE, Calif. (AP) -- Jessica Hardy won the 100-meter breaststroke Friday night at the Speedo Grand Challenge tune-up meet before next month's U.S. Olympic swimming trials. … [Read more...]
Urias struggles in debut
Urias struggles in debut NEW YORK -- This was not the debut the Dodgers and Julio Urias imagined. Urias, who is arguably the best prospect in all of baseball, did not make it out of the third inning in his first big league start Friday night. He allowed three runs in 2 2/3 innings against the Mets at Citi Field. We saw flashes of what makes Urias such a highly touted prospect Friday. His … [Read more...]
Inside Jay Z's high-end boutique athlete agency – Chicago Tribune
Inside Jay Z's high-end boutique athlete agency - Chicago Tribune The elevator goes up to the 39th floor, and through a pair of double doors, a neon paper airplane glows on the wall. Staffers pass through the lobby dressed stylishly casual, as if they're heading to brunch or maybe a concert. There are few hints about the businesses that weave together these cubicles and glass offices - plus … [Read more...]
Thornton, Matthews among final World Cup of Hockey roster picks – Bangkok Post
Thornton, Matthews among final World Cup of Hockey roster picks - Bangkok Post NEW YORK - Joe Thornton, whose 20-year wait to reach the Stanley Cup Final ends Monday, was among four NHL finalists selected Friday to complete rosters for the World Cup of Hockey. Joe Thornton, #19 of the San Jose Sharks, was chosen for Team Canada for the World Cup of Hockey The 36-year-old San Jose Sharks center, … [Read more...]
Rashford’s rise no surprise for England boss Hodgson
Rashford’s rise no surprise for England boss Hodgson Sunderland (United Kingdom) (AFP) – Roy Hodgson insisted Marcus Rashford’s dream debut for England came as no surprise after the Manchester United sensation staked his claim for a Euro 2016 place with a record-breaking strike in a 2-1 win over Australia. England manager Hodgson had claimed the world would be watching to see if Rashford could … [Read more...]
Biyombo in line for suspension after flagrant foul
Biyombo in line for suspension after flagrant foul 9:56 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...]
Julio Urias struggles in MLB debut, but better days are ahead
Julio Urias struggles in MLB debut, but better days are ahead The eyes of the baseball world were focused on Citi Field on Friday night as the Los Angeles Dodgers paid a visit to the New York Mets. There were several reasons for this added attention. It's the first time these two teams have met in New York since last October's contentious NLDS, which included Chase Utley injuring Ruben … [Read more...]
Okafor, Noel rumors show that the Sixers’ ‘Process’ is truly over
Okafor, Noel rumors show that the Sixers' 'Process' is truly over The end of "The Process" for the Philadelphia 76ers was always sure to claim several victims beyond its leader, ex-general manager Sam Hinkie. The new regime headed by Bryan Colangelo plans to win sooner rather than later, and that will mean selling off current and future considerations for new players. Indefinite future draft … [Read more...]
Jose Bautista finds new job with Blue Jays during suspension
Jose Bautista finds new job with Blue Jays during suspension Just because Jose Bautista was serving a suspension Friday night doesn't mean he couldn't contribute for the Blue Jays. Sure, Bautista, whose one-game ban for his role in the Blue Jays-Rangers brawl was upheld by the league, wasn't allowed to play in Toronto's game against the Red Sox or even be in the dugout, but he found … [Read more...]
Harvey changes routine
Harvey changes routine NEW YORK -- Although the calendar has yet to flip over to June, Matt Harvey and the Mets have reached a critical point of the season. The team's Opening Day starter is 3-7 with a 6.08 ERA (63 ERA+) through 10 starts and 53 1/3 innings, and he's shown no signs of improving. The Nationals blasted him for three homers and five runs in five innings Tuesday. On Friday, Harvey … [Read more...]