Italy not taking Ireland Euro 2016 game lightly, says Conte Lille (France) (AFP) – Italy will not take their foot off the gas in Wednesday’s Euro 2016 clash with the Republic of Ireland despite already being through to the knockout stage, coach Antonio Conte promised. Having won their opening two games against Belgium and Sweden, the Azzurri have already been confirmed as winners of Group E and … [Read more...]
Greg Cosell’s Podcast: AFC South has become a lot more interesting
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How a spring training trip inspired the best baseball shirt this year
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Michigan lands former Kentucky guard Matthews – NBCSports.com
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Gold medalist Michael Phelps completes probation for DUI (Yahoo Sports)
Gold medalist Michael Phelps completes probation for DUI (Yahoo Sports) BALTIMORE (AP) -- Olympic gold medal swimmer Michael Phelps has completed his probation for drunken driving. … [Read more...]
Marseille police use water cannon against Euro 2016 football fans
Marseille police use water cannon against Euro 2016 football fans Marseille (AFP) – French police used water cannon and tear gas on football fans amid ugly incidents in Marseille ahead of the Euro 2016 match Tuesday between Ukraine and Poland, an AFP reporter said. Several people were seen being detained. The troubles heightened tensions among supporters massed at a roundabout near the … [Read more...]
Fantasy Roundtable: Roundtable: Willson Contreras
Fantasy Roundtable: Roundtable: Willson Contreras This is the weekly Fantasy Roundtable, where the writers of Rotoworld Baseball let the readers of Rotoworld Baseball in on a quick staff discussion. It's water cooler talk ... that we've decided to publish. Look for it every Tuesday. Subscribe to the Rotoworld Baseball Podcast. Drew Silva: Let's do a quick one on Cubs catching prospect Willson … [Read more...]
Jake Arrieta will bare it all in ESPN’s ‘Body Issue’
Jake Arrieta will bare it all in ESPN's 'Body Issue' If you've been longing to see more of Jake Arrieta, I have some good news for you: soon you'll be seeing a lot more of him. ESPN has revealed the 19 athletes that will shed their clothes for their annual "Body Issue," and among them is Chicago Cubs pitcher Jake Arrieta. Arrietta's in good company; Bryce Harper, Matt Harvey, and Prince … [Read more...]
Signing Stamkos; chatting with Fehr; Jets re-sign Hutchinson (Puck Headlines)
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Rotoworld Podcasts: NBA Draft Podcast Part 2
Rotoworld Podcasts: NBA Draft Podcast Part 2 Tuesday, June 21, 2016 Get ready for the trade rumors to fly around. We go over some recent ones and if they could actually happen. We'll also let you know how each team got their picks. Hey, the Nuggets, Suns and 76ers each have three first-round picks. Ed Isaacson will give you all the info you need on some esoteric overseas big men along with all … [Read more...]