Michael Jordan visits Homestead to support Denny Hamlin HOMESTEAD, Fla. – When you're in the championship hunt, it's a good idea to surround yourself with those who've been there before. So when Michael Jordan wanted to come to Homestead-Miami Speedway to support Denny Hamlin, well, it was an easy answer "He asked for tickets," Hamlin said after the race. "I told him we could handle that." … [Read more...]
By the Numbers: Week 11’s Interesting Stats
By the Numbers: Week 11's Interesting Stats Monday, November 17, 2014 You could have given me 1,000,000 guesses as to which players would lead their respective positions in fantasy points in Week 11, and I still wouldn’t have been even close. Aaron Rodgers’ domination at quarterback wasn’t surprising, but he was joined by running back Jonas Gray, wide receiver Mike Evans, and tight end Coby … [Read more...]
Everton dismiss ‘stupid’ Roy Keane comments
Everton dismiss 'stupid' Roy Keane comments Roy Keane, in reference to Everton's Republic of Ireland players, said: When they actually turn up and are walking through the reception, [you think] 'Praise the Lord, it's a miracle'." © PA Photos Everton chairman Bill Kenwright has dismissed as "unfair" criticism from Roy Keane aimed at Roberto Martinez over the club's players being unavailable … [Read more...]
Details emerge in domestic violence arrest of Michigan DE Frank Clark
Details emerge in domestic violence arrest of Michigan DE Frank Clark When news emerged on Sunday morning that Michigan senior defensive end Frank Clark was arrested for domestic violence, details were scarce. Later in the day however, the particulars of a disturbing incident emerged. According to the Detroit Free-Press, Perkins Township (Ohio) police were called to a hotel in Sandusky, … [Read more...]
Videos: Rob Gronkowski turns Lucas Oil Stadium into personal roadhouse
Videos: Rob Gronkowski turns Lucas Oil Stadium into personal roadhouse Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski has come under plenty of fire in New England for partying alongside Johnny Manziel in Las Vegas while still recovering from season-ending knee surgery this past offseason and partying shirtless after the Super Bowl XLVI loss to the Giants, among other partying-related antics. Gronk … [Read more...]
Stanton’s $325 deal will include early opt-out
Stanton's $325 deal will include early opt-out Mike Stanton will receive the biggest contract in MLB history. (USATSI) Superstar outfielder Giancarlo Stanton and the Marlins now have a deal in place for a record $325 million over a record 13 years, sources connected to the team say. That landmark contract keeps the beloved Stanton in Miami at least through his 20s and maybe until he's 38, and … [Read more...]
Ferguson backs sin-bin plans
Ferguson backs sin-bin plans Sir Alex Ferguson is a member of a UEFA technical study group alongside president Michel Platini © Getty Images Sir Alex Ferguson has thrown his weight behind calls for plans to introduce sin-bins in football, in an interview with The Big Issue. There is increasing debate over whether the sport should bring in the ruling, which has proved a success in rugby and … [Read more...]
Austrian skier Schneeberger out with knee injury (The Associated Press)
Austrian skier Schneeberger out with knee injury (The Associated Press) VIENNA (AP) -- The Austrian ski federation says Rosina Schneeberger will be out for at least six months after undergoing knee surgery following a crash in Saturday's World Cup slalom. … [Read more...]
Wilshere: England can handle Scotland hostility
Wilshere: England can handle Scotland hostility The ESPN FC panel discusses Danny Welbeck's importance to England Jack Wilshere says his family would never forgive him if he was not up for the challenge of helping England tackle Scotland on Tuesday night. The Arsenal midfielder produced a man-of-the-match display as England recorded a fourth straight Euro 2016 qualifying victory after coming … [Read more...]
McIlroy crowned Race to Dubai champion
McIlroy crowned Race to Dubai champion Rory McIlroy says the golf he played over the summer was the "best" of his life © Getty Images Rory McIlroy has won the European Tour's Race to Dubai for the second time in three years. "Winning it for the first time two years ago was a fantastic feeling, but I feel like I'm now a more complete player and my all-round game has moved to another level," … [Read more...]