Report: Steelers' Le'Veon Bell facing 4-game suspension Le’Veon Bell (AP) The Pittsburgh Steelers have been looking forward to the return of running back Le’Veon Bell, after Bell tore his ACL in a game against the rival Bengals in Week 8. But they may have to wait a little longer. According to a report from ESPN’s Dan Graziano, Bell is facing a four-game suspension after missing a … [Read more...]
Phillies vendor carries her popcorn in a very unusual way
Phillies vendor carries her popcorn in a very unusual way Being a roving ballpark food & beverage vendor isn’t easy. They do a lot of walking up and down stairs and aisles, and a lot of shouting across large, loud crowds of people. And of course, they do a lot of hauling and carrying. Hot dogs, soda, beer, peanuts, popcorn, they carry it all and bring it to hungry game-goers. Honestly, it … [Read more...]
Season Preview: FPL – You are ON THE AIR
Season Preview: FPL - You are ON THE AIR The time has come once more, fellow fantasy managers, to put our brains to the test. The official FPL game for the new season has launched this week and we have a chance once again to chase football glory. There are many versions of fantasy Premier League on offer and I enjoy playing every one of them, but this one, for me, is the granddaddy of them all. I … [Read more...]
Rangers win big on Chris Kreider contract, at the buzzer
Rangers win big on Chris Kreider contract, at the buzzer Chris Kreider This is what the New York Rangers and Chris Kreider do. They wait until the door to the arbitrator’s office is nearly open and then end the drama with a new contract before walking in. Two years ago, it was a two-year deal with an annual cap hit of $2.475 million. On Friday, it ended up being a four-year contract with an … [Read more...]
Bo Jackson bobblehead features him at his bat-snapping best
Bo Jackson bobblehead features him at his bat-snapping best Ah, Bo Jackson. Famous for his athletic prowess and breaking bats like they’re weak little toothpicks. There’s never been a player quite like Bo Jackson. And now there’s never been a bobblehead quite like the Bo Jackson bobblehead. The Chicago White Sox are releasing a limited edition Bo Jackson bobblehead, with the proceeds going … [Read more...]
‘YouTube man’ Yego, Kenya’s self-taught javelin world champ (Yahoo Sports)
'YouTube man' Yego, Kenya's self-taught javelin world champ (Yahoo Sports) Julius Yego wanted to be an athlete, only he couldn't run very fast. When it comes to sport, running is just about all that matters in Kenya. With the help of a sharpened stick, an ''elastic'' right wrist, and YouTube videos as a substitute for a coaching manual, he became a javelin world champion instead. … [Read more...]
PGA of America warns N. Carolina's HB2 law could cost state future events
PGA of America warns N. Carolina's HB2 law could cost state future events The PGA of America is bringing the PGA Championship to Charlotte, N.C., next August. However, the body warns that it may steer clear of the Tarheel State in the future if the state’s controversial House Bill 2 remains law. House Bill 2, also known as The Public Facilities Privacy & Security Act, was signed into law … [Read more...]
EU sues Austria for discriminating against foreign ski instructors (Reuters)
EU sues Austria for discriminating against foreign ski instructors (Reuters) The European Commission is taking Austria to the Court of Justice of the European Union for discriminating against foreign ski instructors. In the southern province of Tyrol, for example, foreign instructors were not allowed to accept clients who were already in Austria. The Commission also criticized the Styria … [Read more...]
Bruce resigns as Hull manager – sources
Bruce resigns as Hull manager - sources 12:43 PM GMT Peter O'Rourke Steve Bruce has resigned as Hull City manager, sources close to the manager have told ESPN FC. Bruce led the Tigers back into the Premier League last season with victory over Sheffield Wednesday in the Championship playoff final after relegation to the Championship in 2015, but his future has been the subject of speculation all … [Read more...]
Has the NHL killed creativity in hockey?
Has the NHL killed creativity in hockey? DENVER, CO – FEBRUARY 27: Detroit Red Wings center Brad Richards (17) celebrate his game winning goal with Detroit Red Wings center Luke Glendening (41) during the third period February 27, 2016 at Coors Field. The Detroit Red Wings defeated the Colorado Avalanche 5-3. (Photo By John Leyba/The Denver Post via Getty Images) Brad Richards had 932 points … [Read more...]