Grandpa Rossy tries old-school methods for Cubs All-Star voting Chicago Cubs catcher David Ross is 39 years old and in his 15th season in the big leagues and this might be the most fun he's had in the game in a long time. [Join a Yahoo Daily Fantasy Baseball contest now] He’s the elder statesman on the best team in baseball and his teammates make sure to remind him of his age all the time. … [Read more...]
Behind Jason Groome's journey from phenom to Red Sox first-round pick – CBSSports.com
Behind Jason Groome's journey from phenom to Red Sox first-round pick - CBSSports.com SECAUCUS, N.J. -- Baseball America projected him to go third overall, to the Atlanta Braves. ESPN's Keith Law ranked him as the second-best talent on the board. And MLB.com tapped him to be the No. 1 overall pick in the 2016 amateur draft, going to a Phillies team that plays its home games one hour from … [Read more...]
Spain’s De Gea calls sex scandal claims ‘a lie’
Spain’s De Gea calls sex scandal claims ‘a lie’ Saint-Martin-de-Ré (France) (AFP) – Manchester United and Spain goalkeeper David De Gea on Friday dismissed as “a lie” claims that he organised a party at which women were forced to have sex with footballers. “I am the first one to be surprised by this report. I deny it, it is false and nothing more, it is a lie and false,” De Gea told a press … [Read more...]
LeBron: ‘I don’t think anyone was prepared for me returning’ to CLE
LeBron: 'I don't think anyone was prepared for me returning' to CLE LeBron James returning to Cleveland as a free agent in 2014 wasn’t a total shocker – Miami looked outclassed in its Finals defeat that year, and James friend and teammate Dwyane Wade somehow looked older then than he does in 2016 – but it was a bit of a surprise. [Follow Dunks Don't Lie on Tumblr: The best slams from all of … [Read more...]
Baylor begins process to address 105 recommendations from report
Baylor begins process to address 105 recommendations from report Baylor has a lot of recommendations to implement. The school released the 105 recommendations from the law firm Pepper Hamilton LLP after its independent investigation of the school and athletic department's processes when addressing allegations of sexual assault. The investigation revealed many improprieties within Baylor's … [Read more...]
Wiggins withdraws from Team Canada for Olympic qualifying (Yahoo Sports)
Wiggins withdraws from Team Canada for Olympic qualifying (Yahoo Sports) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Andrew Wiggins says he is withdrawing from Team Canada and will not participate in Olympic qualifying this summer so he can focus on his upcoming season with the Minnesota Timberwolves. … [Read more...]
Last goodbye to Muhammad Ali culminates with emotional memorial service (Reuters)
Last goodbye to Muhammad Ali culminates with emotional memorial service (Reuters) By Nick Carey and Steve Bittenbender LOUISVILLE, Ky. (Reuters) - Religious and political leaders of many stripes joined the sports world and tens of thousands of ordinary mourners on Friday to bid farewell to Muhammad Ali, the boxing champion who jolted America with his showmanship and won worldwide admiration … [Read more...]
Indy 500 winner Rossi has new sponsor for Texas (The Associated Press)
Indy 500 winner Rossi has new sponsor for Texas (The Associated Press) FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) -- Indianapolis 500 winner Alexander Rossi has a new sponsor for his next oval race. … [Read more...]
Eagles’ Nelson Agholor accused of raping exotic dancer
Eagles' Nelson Agholor accused of raping exotic dancer Philadelphia Magazine is reporting that Philadelphia Eagles receiver Nelson Agholor has been accused of raping an exotic dancer at a gentlemen's club in the city. Citing law enforcement sources, David Gambacorta reports that the alleged incident happened Thursday at Cheerleaders Gentlemen's Club. A 27-year old dancer told police that she … [Read more...]
Seeking better form, Curry to give 'spirited effort'
Seeking better form, Curry to give 'spirited effort' 4:37 PM ET Ethan Sherwood StraussESPN Staff Writer Close Covers the Golden State Warriors for ESPN.com Contributes to ESPN's TrueHoop blog Hosts TrueHoop TV Live CLEVELAND -- Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry predicted he'll play better in Game 4 of the NBA Finals after not playing to his standards through the first … [Read more...]