Catchers pitching is the trend as Erik Kratz takes the mound again This new trend of catchers pitching really seems to be catching on. Backstop Christian Bethancourt has pitched twice this year for the San Diego Padres, once at the beginning of June, and once in mid-June. Now Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Erik Kratz has matched him, notching his second pitching appearance on Tuesday night. … [Read more...]
Neurologist found protein associated with CTE in Kosta Karageorge’s brain
Neurologist found protein associated with CTE in Kosta Karageorge's brain A neurologist who posthumously examined the brain of former Ohio State football player Kosta Karageorge said she found a protein that's associated with chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE).Karageorge, who wrestled at Ohio State and was a walk-on defensive lineman for the Buckeyes, committed suicide in November 2014. … [Read more...]
Buffalo Bills begin looking into new stadium prospects
Buffalo Bills begin looking into new stadium prospects Being an NFL owner is like playing in a 32-hand poker game. You can kick back and enjoy the camaraderie, but every so often, you're going to have to ante up big. The ante? A sweet new stadium, of course. With new stadiums built or in development in Minnesota, Atlanta, and Los Angeles, the Buffalo Bills now find themselves square in the … [Read more...]
Behold: the Cavs’ secret motivational NBA title trophy puzzle
Behold: the Cavs' secret motivational NBA title trophy puzzle After the Cleveland Cavaliers' thrilling victory over the Golden State Warriors in Game 7 of the 2016 NBA Finals, which delivered the Cavs their first-ever NBA championship and ended a 52-year pro sports title drought for the city of Cleveland, ESPN.com's Brian Windhorst reported that the Cavs, like the Miami Heat before them, had … [Read more...]
FanDuel MLB: Picks and Pivots for June 22 (Early) – Fantasy CPR
FanDuel MLB: Picks and Pivots for June 22 (Early) - Fantasy CPR FanDuel Economics: MLB Position Analysis – Catcher by Matt Rogers MLB Lineups: FanDuel Economics June 22 Early by Matt Rogers Oct 13, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; A banner of Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jake Arrieta on Wirgley field before game four of the NLDS between the Chicago Cubs and the St. Louis Cardinals at Wrigley … [Read more...]
Cavs set to celebrate 2016 NBA title with parade through Cleveland
Cavs set to celebrate 2016 NBA title with parade through Cleveland The Cleveland Cavaliers and their fans will celebrate their remarkable 2016 NBA Finals victory over the Golden State Warriors — the first NBA championship in franchise history, and the first professional sports crown for a Cleveland club in 52 years — with a parade and rally in downtown Cleveland on Wednesday morning. [Follow … [Read more...]
Nobody is enjoying Cleveland’s title more than Matthew Dellavedova
Nobody is enjoying Cleveland's title more than Matthew Dellavedova The historic Cavaliers run to the NBA title was cathartic for all of Cleveland, especially LeBron James, and the city celebrated appropriately, especially J.R. Smith, but an Australian is enjoying it more than anyone. That man is Matthew Dellavedova, backup to Game 7 hero Kyrie Irving on the world champs. Delly played zero … [Read more...]
Report: Alabama suspended Jones and Robinson in May
Report: Alabama suspended Jones and Robinson in May While Alabama's Cam Robinson and Hootie Jones have ultimately not been charged after their arrest in Louisiana, the two have reportedly already been punished by the Tide football team. Per documents published by television station KNOE in Louisiana, the two players were indefinitely suspended on May 19. Jones and Robinson were arrested … [Read more...]
Cycling-Froome hungry for third Tour title as Sky’s leader (Reuters)
Cycling-Froome hungry for third Tour title as Sky's leader (Reuters) Tour de France champion Chris Froome said he was "hungrier than ever" to win the race for a third time after being named on Wednesday as Team Sky's leader for next month's edition. Froome, who won in 2013 and last year, leads a powerful looking Sky team built to steer him to the yellow jersey when racing begins at … [Read more...]
Reds third baseman can’t find the baseball in his own glove
Reds third baseman can't find the baseball in his own glove Have you ever spent ten minutes looking for your sunglasses only to discover that they've been perched on top of your head the entire time? Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suarez had one of those moments on Tuesday night, but instead of sunglasses on his head, it was a baseball in his glove. And it was probably more … [Read more...]