Klay Thompson says he's ready to sacrifice shots for more Warriors titles How many shots will Kevin Durant take from Klay Thompson this season? (Getty/ Maddie Meyer) The acquisition of Kevin Durant is an outright coup for the Golden State Warriors, but it does come with its own set of special challenges. In addition to the basic task of bringing a new player with an established style … [Read more...]
Saratoga Race Course set to open for its 148th season (The Associated Press)
Saratoga Race Course set to open for its 148th season (The Associated Press) Opening day for Saratoga Race Course is Friday, with gates opening at 11 a.m. and the first race post time scheduled for 1 p.m. Racing with be held on 40 days through Labor Day, Sept. 5, with the track closed on Tuesdays. The New York Racing Association, which runs Saratoga along with the Belmont and Aqueduct … [Read more...]
Baseball Daily Dose: Dose: Cover For Koji
Baseball Daily Dose: Dose: Cover For Koji Follow @drewsilv and @Rotoworld_BB on Twitter. Another one bites the dust in the Boston bullpen. Craig Kimbrel is out another two or three weeks following left knee surgery, Carson Smith is done for the season following Tommy John reconstructive elbow surgery, Junichi Tazawa has been out since July 4 with a shoulder impingement, and now Koji Uehara has … [Read more...]
Nets, With Many New Players, Look to Build Something Lasting – New York Times
Nets, With Many New Players, Look to Build Something Lasting - New York Times In the five months since the Nets opened a new practice facility in Brooklyn’s Sunset Park neighborhood, the team has repeatedly spoken of the benefits of the gymnasium’s panoramic view of the Manhattan skyline. It is hard to argue that the view is not picturesque. As for the actual outlook of the Nets’ approaching … [Read more...]
All eyes on Pogba as Manchester United chase world record swoop
All eyes on Pogba as Manchester United chase world record swoop London (AFP) – Manchester United have stepped up their world record chase for Paul Pogba by reportedly thrashing out a huge financial package with his agent while the Juventus midfielder eagerly awaits developments in sun-kissed Miami. United manager Jose Mourinho has made Pogba his top transfer target as he bids to make a big … [Read more...]
Hanley Ramirez recreates iconic Red Sox moment on memorable night
Hanley Ramirez recreates iconic Red Sox moment on memorable night Boston Red Sox slugger Hanley Ramirez was on the cusp of joining elite company on Wednesday night. In the Red Sox 11-7 win against the Giants, Ramirez connected for three two-run home runs. He then had one opportunity to become just the 17th major-league player to hit four home runs in a single game, but grounded out in the … [Read more...]