Considering Russell Westbrook's future after Kevin Durant broke his Thunder buddy's heart To think this glowing relationship between Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook won’t ever be the same. (J. Pat Carter/Getty Images) If you were Robin, and Batman was like, “Hey, man, it’s been fun, but I think I’m going to go and join the Avengers now, so I guess I’ll see you later,” you’d … [Read more...]
The 10 biggest disappointments of baseball's first half
The 10 biggest disappointments of baseball's first half Hope spring eternal in spring training. Even the teams projected for the worst record in the league have reason to be optimistic. That questionable pitcher working on a new pitch might finally break through. That mysterious new free-agent unknown looks pretty good. And, hey, everyone is healthy. For some, that optimism last a few … [Read more...]
Cam Robinson's arresting officer 'hates LSU,' disputing Saban's alleged claims
Cam Robinson's arresting officer 'hates LSU,' disputing Saban's alleged claims Alabama coach Nick Saban speaks to the media at the Southeastern Conference NCAA college football media days, Wednesday, July 13, 2016, in Hoover, Ala. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson) ESPN’s Paul Finebaum told The Advocate that Alabama head coach Nick Saban “indicated” Wednesday that the Monroe … [Read more...]
Truck in Kentucky Speedway parking lot catches fire during race
Truck in Kentucky Speedway parking lot catches fire during race (Getty Images) A man was pulled from a burning truck in the parking lot behind the grandstands at Kentucky Speedway during Saturday night’s Sprint Cup Series race. Ky Speedway GM Mark Simendinger says fire started in cabin of white pick up truck w person inside. Person was pulled out by track responders — Mark Story … [Read more...]
Did Canadiens drop analytics expert for opposing Subban trade?
Did Canadiens drop analytics expert for opposing Subban trade? LOS ANGELES, CA – MARCH 03: P.K. Subban #76 of the Montreal Canadiens. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) When the Montreal Canadiens hired Matt Pfeffer in July 2015, there was high praise for their forward thinking. The Peterborough native was an analytics specialist who had done consultation for the Ontario Hockey League’s … [Read more...]
Waiver Wired: Waiver Wired: Adding Alex?
Waiver Wired: Waiver Wired: Adding Alex? We're just about 26 hours away from the second half of the season. Not that I’m counting or anything. OK, maybe I am. I miss the baseball. Anyway, I hope the downtime enabled you to look at your roster(s) and see the things that you need to improve on in order to finish the season strong. Perhaps a couple of the names below will help you along the way.In … [Read more...]
Those retro All-Star jerseys were a record-setting hit
Those retro All-Star jerseys were a record-setting hit (Photo by David Banks/Getty Images) If you loved those retro brown-and-gold batting practice jerseys for the recent All-Star Game, you are definitely not alone. ESPN’s Darren Rovell has reported that the 2016 All-Star Game FanFest sold more merchandise than any other in the past 16 years (when they started tracking such things). Tweets … [Read more...]
Froome risks losing yellow jersey in wild 12th stage of Tour (The Associated Press)
Froome risks losing yellow jersey in wild 12th stage of Tour (The Associated Press) Chris Froome risked losing the yellow jersey after his bike was broken in a bizarre crash at the wild conclusion to the 12th stage of the Tour de France on Thursday. In a complete embarrassment for race organizers on Bastille Day, Richie Porte crashed into a motorbike carrying a TV camera and Froome, who was … [Read more...]
PODCAST: What Rory McIlroy got right and wrong about Olympic golf
PODCAST: What Rory McIlroy got right and wrong about Olympic golf Rory McIlroy took a blow torch to Olympic golf in his news conference ahead of the Open Championship. In this week’s podcast, we look at what McIlroy said and assess where he was right and where he was wrong in his assessment of Olympic golf, its potential impact and his role, if any, in growing golf. Be sure to subscribe to … [Read more...]
Louis Oosthuizen makes ace on Royal Troon's par-3 14th hole
Louis Oosthuizen makes ace on Royal Troon's par-3 14th hole Your browser does not support iframes. Louis Oosthuizen didn’t get off to the hottest start at the British Open on Thursday, failing to take advantage of any of the first six holes, which play the easiest at Royal Troon. He even dropped a shot at the 123-yard par-3 eighth and an understandable bogey on the difficult 10th. The … [Read more...]