Bubba, Snedeker, Day hit everything but the green at the British Open Moving Day at the British Open started pretty ugly for some of the biggest names in the game. Most of America slept through some fairly nasty golf, but we’ve got it right here for your perusal. First off, let’s check out Brandt Snedeker, firing a shot straight into a TV tower: Your browser does not support iframes. Bubba … [Read more...]
2016 NFL Preview: Jameis Winston leads Buccaneers into new era
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With young, talented core, Lakers fans have reason for excitement
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DraftKings MLB Lineup: Best Picks & DFS Players July 16 – Heavy.com
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Mkhitaryan, Bailly debuts; Shaw back
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Stars sign Jamie Benn to 8-year, $76 million extension: 5 things to know – CBSSports.com
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Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s absence could mean 2 different champions at Homestead
Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s absence could mean 2 different champions at Homestead Dale Earnhardt Jr. is out indefinitely because of concussion concerns (Getty). Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s absence in the Sprint Cup Series could set up a race for dueling championships at Homestead-Miami Speedway in November. How so? Well, if he doesn’t qualify for the Chase himself, the No. 88 car could still be part … [Read more...]
Thon Maker might not be a big reach for Bucks
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Baseball Daily Dose: Daily Dose: Murphy Hamstrung
Baseball Daily Dose: Daily Dose: Murphy Hamstrung The All-Star break wasn't much of a vacation for Daniel Murphy. Murphy, who played in Tuesday's All-Star Game in San Diego, missed Friday's game with left hamstring soreness, an injury he sustained while playing in the Midsummer Classic. Clint Robinson started at first base in his absence. After the game, Nationals manager Dusty Baker tried to … [Read more...]
Season Preview: Burnley Season Preview
Season Preview: Burnley Season Preview Two seasons ago, Burnley gained promotion but they were mired in the relegation zone for the entire campaign and eventually dropped back down to the Championship with a 19th place finish. They were a bit of a one-trick pony and that one trick was Danny Ings scoring from the service of Kieran Trippier. Both were great fantasy assets in 2014/2015 and both were … [Read more...]