Olympics-Professional boxing hits out at move to open Games to pros (Reuters) By Alan Baldwin LONDON, June 1 (Reuters) - Amateur boxing's decision to allow professionals into the Olympics for the first time drew fighting talk on Wednesday from champions and sanctioning bodies opposed to the break with tradition. The British Boxing Board of Control (BBBC), which governs the country's … [Read more...]
Professional boxing hits out at move to open Games to pros (Reuters)
Professional boxing hits out at move to open Games to pros (Reuters) By Alan Baldwin LONDON (Reuters) - Amateur boxing's decision to allow professionals into the Olympics for the first time drew fighting talk on Wednesday from champions and sanctioning bodies opposed to the break with tradition. The British Boxing Board of Control (BBBC), which governs the country's professional fight … [Read more...]
After Mourinho chat, Rooney embraces England duties
After Mourinho chat, Rooney embraces England duties Watford (United Kingdom) (AFP) – England captain Wayne Rooney called Euro 2016 his “biggest test” as an international player on Wednesday and revealed that he has spoken to newly appointed Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho. Rooney’s immediate focus is on leading England out against Portugal at Wembley on Thursday in their final warm-up … [Read more...]
Nick Foles has not shown up since Rams drafted Jared Goff
Nick Foles has not shown up since Rams drafted Jared Goff It has slipped through the cracks a bit with other, more high-profile quarterback standoffs happening around the league, but as ESPN.com pointed out Nick Foles has not shown up at the Los Angeles Rams facility since Jared Goff was the franchise's No. 1 overall selection in the draft. And, yes, to spare us all the sarcasm, he is aware … [Read more...]
Marlon Byrd suspended 162 games after failing second PED test
Marlon Byrd suspended 162 games after failing second PED test Cleveland Indians outfielder Marlon Byrd was suspended 162 games by Major League Baseball on Wednesday after a second failed test for performance-enhancing drugs. Vince Grzegorek of Cleveland Scene broke the news of Byrd's suspension. Ken Rosenthal of Fox Sports confirmed it. When MLB announced the news officially, it revealed … [Read more...]
2016 NBA Playoffs: Experts unanimously pick Warriors over Cavs in Finals rematch – CBSSports.com
2016 NBA Playoffs: Experts unanimously pick Warriors over Cavs in Finals rematch - CBSSports.com The Warriors have achieved so much in the past two seasons: They've won an NBA title, set a record for most wins (73) in a regular season and their superstar has been named MVP in two consecutive years. Most recently, however, Golden State rallied from a 3-1 hole in the Western finals for a shot at … [Read more...]
Everything you need to know about Copa America Centenario
Everything you need to know about Copa America Centenario The 100 year centenary edition of Copa America will feature the best teams from South America, Central America, North America and the Caribbean in a major soccer tournament that will be played across the United States this summer. We’ve compiled everything you need to know about Copa America Centenario including team previews of each of … [Read more...]
The Cubs are dominating NL All-Star vote like they’re the Royals
The Cubs are dominating NL All-Star vote like they're the Royals The Chicago Cubs are hoping to make like the Kansas City Royals this season and hoist a World Series trophy come November. For now, though, Cubs fans are making like Royals fans and stuffing the All-Star ballot boxes in what looks like an effort to get their entire team to San Diego. [Join a Yahoo Daily Fantasy Baseball contest … [Read more...]
NHL explains no suspension for Marleau, says he didn't 'pick' Rust's head – NBCSports.com
NHL explains no suspension for Marleau, says he didn't 'pick' Rust's head - NBCSports.com PITTSBURGH — Shortly after reports surfaced that San Jose’s Patrick Marleau wouldn’t face supplemental discipline for his hit on Pittsburgh’s Bryan Rust in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, the NHL’s Department of Player Safety issued a series of tweets explaining their decision. (1/3) … [Read more...]
Buffalo team responds to Free Brady event with ‘Keep Brady Suspended’
Buffalo team responds to Free Brady event with 'Keep Brady Suspended' Earlier Wednesday, we told you about the Pawtucket Red Sox' "Free Brady Friday" promotion, which is being held on June 10 in support of New England Patriots' quarterback Tom Brady. But now, in a move that would likely make minor league baseball's funmeister Mike Veeck proud, the Buffalo Bisons, the triple-A affiliate of … [Read more...]