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...]
Indians still searching for upgrades ahead of trade deadline
Indians still searching for upgrades ahead of trade deadline In a meeting of two teams with entirely different agendas, the Cleveland Indians will host the Oakland A’s Saturday night at Progressive Field. As we know, the AL Central-leading Indians are approaching the trade deadline as buyers looking for the final piece(s) to what they hope will be a championship puzzle. Meanwhile, the … [Read more...]
American star Mikulak looking for international breakthrough (Yahoo Sports)
American star Mikulak looking for international breakthrough (Yahoo Sports) The most important 15 minutes of Sam Mikulak's daily routine doesn't come in the gym or the weight room. Mikulak is prone to break into dance during a meet and speaks in a ''surfer dude'' cadence that betrays his Southern California roots. … [Read more...]
The new normal in professional golf
The new normal in professional golf SPRINGFIELD, N.J. — Golf has changed, and there’s litany evidence to prove it. It started with Jordan Spieth winning the 2015 Masters at 18-under 270, matching Tiger Woods’ 72-hole scoring record and smashing the 36- and 54-hole scoring marks on the way. Spieth, in fact, reached 19 under par, but surrendered a shot on the final hole. Despite fierce wind, … [Read more...]