Why Barcelona are truly going to miss Dani Alves Dani Alves’ departure after an eight year stay at Barcelona was recently confirmed by the club, with Serie A juggernauts Juventus his likely next port of call. No doubt Barcelona supporters will be reeling at the loss. Whilst the right-sided wizard is now considered a veteran at the age of 33, their aren’t too many that can claim to be better in … [Read more...]
Marshawn Lynch sends San Jose Sharks onto ice in Game 3 (Video)
Marshawn Lynch sends San Jose Sharks onto ice in Game 3 (Video) SAN JOSE, Calif. – The San Jose Sharks returned home in an 0-2 hole against the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 2016 Stanley Cup Final. They needed something to rally them. Needed that extra level to elevate their game. Needed that … Beast Mode. Enter Marshawn Lynch, the recently retired Seattle Seahawks great, whose unstoppable … [Read more...]
A sad day for George Foreman with his friend now gone (The Associated Press)
A sad day for George Foreman with his friend now gone (The Associated Press) ''We were like one guy,'' Foreman said. Not that Foreman had to be told, because he was a convert ever since shortly after the night in Africa 42 years ago that changed everything. It was going to be easy pickings for Foreman, a way to earn a big payday and get on with the business of fighting real fighters. … [Read more...]
Beholder wins Grade 1 Vanity Mile for 8th straight victory (The Associated Press)
Beholder wins Grade 1 Vanity Mile for 8th straight victory (The Associated Press) Short or long race, slow or fast pace, Beholder just keeps on winning. The three-time Eclipse Award-winning mare beat Stellar Wind by 1 1/2 lengths Saturday in the Grade 1 Vanity Mile at Santa Anita, extending her victory streak to eight races. ''Just another great effort,'' trainer Richard Mandella said. … [Read more...]
NBA-LeBron and fellow players praise Ali for his huge influence (Reuters)
NBA-LeBron and fellow players praise Ali for his huge influence (Reuters) * James calls boxer the 'first icon' * West says Ali had 'God-like presence' * Cavaliers coach Lue 'idolized that guy' June 4 (Reuters) - The death of boxing great Muhammad Ali was a huge talking point on Saturday for players competing in the NBA Finals, and prompted the Golden State Warriors to begin their morning … [Read more...]
Phelps falls again at Texas meet, taking 4th in 200 free (Yahoo Sports)
Phelps falls again at Texas meet, taking 4th in 200 free (Yahoo Sports) Michael Phelps went down again at the Longhorn Elite Invitational in Austin, Texas. … [Read more...]
The Latest: Jim Brown recalls Ali as social force, comedian (The Associated Press)
The Latest: Jim Brown recalls Ali as social force, comedian (The Associated Press) A sports icon in his own right, NFL great Jim Brown says Muhammad Ali stands alone in his ability to affect social change. The Hall of Fame running back became close friends in the 1960s, bonding with the heavyweight champion over their shared beliefs on equal rights and justice. Brown stood alongside Ali … [Read more...]
Copa curse as injuries hit stars
Copa curse as injuries hit stars Santa Clara (United States) (AFP) – The Copa America Centenario is facing a mounting injury crisis involving its biggest stars after James Rodriguez joined Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez amongst the ranks of the walking wounded. A tournament billed as a gathering of world football’s biggest names has been hit by a series of injuries and withdrawals with the … [Read more...]
Rockies frustrations boiling over after latest rough stretch
Rockies frustrations boiling over after latest rough stretch It appears the other shoe has dropped on the Colorado Rockies season. After playing respectable baseball and hanging around .500 deep into May, the Rockies have now lost 12 of 16 overall, including four of their last five to the Cincinnati Reds and San Diego Padres. Those are the teams they must beat if they're hoping to be … [Read more...]
As 2016 draft looms, Orioles try to balance success in majors with building prospect base – Baltimore Sun
As 2016 draft looms, Orioles try to balance success in majors with building prospect base - Baltimore Sun Since executive vice president Dan Duquette took over the Orioles front office, he has held that a key component to maintaining success is drafting and developing homegrown players. But recent adjustments to the annual draft process have made it difficult for teams like the Orioles to put … [Read more...]