Tyson Barrie and defenseman talent evaluation (Trending Topics) Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images The Tyson Barrie drama in Colorado is now over, at least for now. Last Sunday, the Avalanche gave him a four-year deal worth $22 million ($5.5 million AAV), which will keep him under team control through just his age-28 season. In signing the deal, Barrie also becomes the second-highest-paid … [Read more...]
Former Broncos RB Montee Ball sentenced to jail time
Former Broncos RB Montee Ball sentenced to jail time Montee Ball after he was sentenced in court (AP) It was only two years ago that Montee Ball was preparing to start at running back for the Denver Broncos. He probably went pretty high in your fantasy draft. Ball’s fall was swift. He played his way out of the NFL, got in trouble off the field and now is going to jail. According to the … [Read more...]
The NBPA has released its second-annual 'Players Voice Awards'
The NBPA has released its second-annual 'Players Voice Awards' Stephen Curry clears some space between him and his contemporaries (Getty Images) It wasn’t televised on cable this year, not because nobody, not even us NBA dorks few watched BET’s airing of the first National Basketball Players Association’s Players Voice Awards ceremony last summer, but because many NBA stars were hard … [Read more...]
Yankees' Mark Teixeira expected to announce retirement on Friday
Yankees' Mark Teixeira expected to announce retirement on Friday This is some big news for a Friday morning. According to Buster Olney, longtime New York Yankees first baseman Mark Teixeira will announce his retirement, starting at the end of the 2016 season, and he’ll do it at a press conference at 3 p.m. ET on Friday. Mark Teixeira expected to announce his retirement later today, at … [Read more...]
Jon Rahm turning into more than prospect, but consistent threat to win
Jon Rahm turning into more than prospect, but consistent threat to win Jon Rahm has already practically locked up his PGA Tour card. (Getty Images) CROMWELL, CONN. — When Bryson DeChambeau turned pro after the Masters and finished tied for fourth place at Harbour Town in his first start, so many people figured the eccentric former U.S. Amateur champion would be the can’t-miss … [Read more...]
Ronaldo, Bale and Griezmann vie for UEFA award
Ronaldo, Bale and Griezmann vie for UEFA award Paris (AFP) – The UEFA Best Player in Europe award for 2016 is destined for Madrid after Real pair Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale plus Atletico’s Antoine Griezmann were revealed as the three contenders Friday. Bale led Wales on a wonderful run to the Euro 2016 semi-finals and also won the Champions League, and while Griezmann was a beaten … [Read more...]
2016 Rio Olympics opening ceremony time, date and how to watch, live stream
2016 Rio Olympics opening ceremony time, date and how to watch, live stream The 2016 Rio Olympics will take center stage across the world, starting on Friday, Aug. 5 with the opening ceremony. Athletes and fans from all corners of the globe will convene to kick off the Games of the XXXI Olympiad by gathering at Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro. The Rio Olympics begin with the opening ceremony … [Read more...]
DraftKings MLB Lineup: Best Picks & DFS Players August 5 – Heavy.com
DraftKings MLB Lineup: Best Picks & DFS Players August 5 - Heavy.com Another Friday night, another full night of Major League Baseball games! Starting at 7:05 and going on well into the night, a full round of 15 games are going to be played. With so many players available to us, I've created a lineup that has quite a few expensive star players that I think it's reasonable to assume will have … [Read more...]
Bartolo Colon surprised to see A-Rod not in lineup, calls him his 'dad'
Bartolo Colon surprised to see A-Rod not in lineup, calls him his 'dad' For the 10th time in the last 11 games, Alex Rodriguez was not in the starting lineup for the Yankees on Thursday. He's been reduced to part-time player status due to his lack of production in 2016. Thursday night's benching was a tad surprising because A-Rod has phenomenal career numbers against Mets starter … [Read more...]
49ers owner Eddie DeBartolo Jr. carries complex legacy into Hall of Fame
49ers owner Eddie DeBartolo Jr. carries complex legacy into Hall of Fame The Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2016 gets inducted on Saturday. Shutdown Corner will profile the eight new Hall of Famers, looking at each of their careers and their impact on the game. Edward DeBartolo Jr., owner San Francisco 49ers, 1977-2000 Greatest moment For a man who oversaw five Super Bowl titles under … [Read more...]