DeAndre Hopkins not at Texans camp, displeased over his contract The Houston Texans’ two best players are not participating in training camp now. One is the injured J.J. Watt, who is out indefinitely. The other is DeAndre Hopkins, who apparently didn’t report to camp after it appeared initially that he arrived and then left, per ESPN.com. DeAndre Hopkins, seeking new contract, did not report … [Read more...]
Ichiro reminds us he still possesses a strong right arm
Ichiro reminds us he still possesses a strong right arm Ichiro Suzuki fell short of making history on Friday night, going 0-for-4 in the Marlins 11-6 loss to the Cardinals. That means he’s still two hits shy of becoming the 30th player in MLB history to reach 3,000 hits. However, he did remind us of one key element that helped make him one of baseball’s most well-rounded talents in the last … [Read more...]
Carmelo Anthony wants nothing to do with a Team USA singalong
Carmelo Anthony wants nothing to do with a Team USA singalong “Can’t we just do Blu Cantrell or something?” (Getty Images) Rarely mentioned in the usual Larry/Isiah/MJ-led discussions about how current NBA players aren’t mean enough to each other these days is the influence of international tournament camaraderie. It’s not just social media, changing societal norms about tact, poise and … [Read more...]
Coach K 'proud' of Chicago for cheering Thibs
Coach K 'proud' of Chicago for cheering Thibs 4:40 PM ET Nick FriedellESPN Staff Writer Close Nick Friedell is the Chicago Bulls beat reporter for ESPN Chicago. Friedell is a graduate of the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University and joined ESPNChicago.com for its launch in April 2009. CHICAGO -- For the first time since being fired by the Chicago Bulls … [Read more...]
Nationals fill bullpen need by acquiring Pirates closer Mark Melancon
Nationals fill bullpen need by acquiring Pirates closer Mark Melancon Mark Melancon is headed to the Nationals in a trade. (AP) The Washington Nationals have landed the late-inning reliever they’ve been searching for at this year’s trade deadline. According to Fox Sports Ken Rosenthal, Washington struck a deal with the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday afternoon, acquiring three-time All-Star … [Read more...]
Booker on Ulis: 'The biggest steal in the draft' – CoachCal.com
Booker on Ulis: 'The biggest steal in the draft' - CoachCal.com Devin Booker admitted Saturday that he isn’t quite sure how the thought process works with the NBA Draft, but he’s thankful that it worked out the way it did for his Phoenix Suns this year. While watching the NBA Draft unfold with his longtime friend and once collegiate teammate, Tyler Ulis, Booker never imagined that the … [Read more...]
Tony Stewart's insurance not liable for damages stemming from Ward incident
Tony Stewart's insurance not liable for damages stemming from Ward incident A court ruling Friday means Stewart is responsible for fees and any damages (Getty). A court ruling Friday said Tony Stewart’s insurance company wasn’t obligated to pay any damages or fees regarding an incident at a dirt track in upstate New York where Stewart struck and killed sprint car driver Kevin Ward. … [Read more...]
Gaza travel ban delays Palestinian Cup final
Gaza travel ban delays Palestinian Cup final Hebron (Palestinian Territories) (AFP) – The final leg of Palestinian football’s biggest cup was postponed on Saturday after Israel prevented players from Gaza travelling to the West Bank for the fixture, football authorities said. Israel refused to let six players and the coach of Shabab Khan Yunis cross its territory to the West Bank for the … [Read more...]
Carmelo Anthony not impressed by Team USA sing-along
Carmelo Anthony not impressed by Team USA sing-along 2:00 PM ET James QuintongESPN.com Close Editor for ESPN.com Member of Fantasy Sports Writers Hall of Fame The United States men's basketball team is finding different ways to keep loose during its pre-Olympic warm-up tour. In this case, it was Jimmy Butler and Kyrie Irving on the team plane, leading a rendition of Vanessa Carlton's 2001 hit … [Read more...]
Butler enjoying his time in Chicago spotlight with Team USA
Butler enjoying his time in Chicago spotlight with Team USA Jul 28, 2016 Nick FriedellESPN Staff Writer Close Nick Friedell is the Chicago Bulls beat reporter for ESPN Chicago. Friedell is a graduate of the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University and joined ESPNChicago.com for its launch in April 2009. CHICAGO -- Jimmy Butler wore a big smile on his face … [Read more...]