The Walk Off: Braves' Freddie Freeman hits for first cycle in 2016 Welcome to The Walk Off, the nightly MLB recap from Big League Stew. Here we'll look at the top performers of the night, show you a must-see highlight and rundown the scoreboard. First, we start with a game you need to know about. Atlanta Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman became the first major-league player to hit for … [Read more...]
FanDuel MLB: Picks and Pivots for June 16 – Fantasy CPR
FanDuel MLB: Picks and Pivots for June 16 - Fantasy CPR Fantasy Football Preview: Three New Acquisitions to Avoid by Jeremy O'neill MLB Lineups: FanDuel Economics June 16 by Matt Rogers Jun 13, 2016; San Diego, CA, USA; A fan holds a sign up in honor of Miami Marlins center fielder Ichiro Suzuki (51) during his second at bat during the third inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco … [Read more...]
Kyle Larson loses 15 points for post-race inspection infraction
Kyle Larson loses 15 points for post-race inspection infraction Make it two penalties in two weeks for Kyle Larson's No. 42 team. NASCAR said Wednesday that Larson and team had been docked 15 points and interim crew chief Philip Surgen had been fined $25,000 for a post-race inspection failure. Larson finished third Sunday and NASCAR said the car failed the laser inspection station. What part … [Read more...]
Jayson Werth calls out critics in boisterous postgame interview
Jayson Werth calls out critics in boisterous postgame interview Does Jayson Werth have your attention now? If not, then you probably missed his boisterous and at times explicit interview that took place moments after he delivered the game-winning hit against the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday night. With his adrenaline still pumping and his jersey ripped to shreds, Werth joined MASN reporter Dan … [Read more...]
Bale plays star role in battle of Britain
Bale plays star role in battle of Britain Paris (AFP) – Local pride is at stake on Thursday as an all-British clash between England and Wales and old rivals Germany and Poland dominate a Euro 2016 day of high tension. Fears of a repeat of violence that marred England’s 1-1 draw against Russia in Marseille last weekend have seen a clampdown on alcohol sales with 50,000 fans expected to descend on … [Read more...]
A-Rod, Barry Bonds weigh in on Pete Rose-Ichiro ‘Hit King’ debate
A-Rod, Barry Bonds weigh in on Pete Rose-Ichiro 'Hit King' debate With Ichiro Suzuki notching career hit No. 4,257 between Nippon Professional Baseball in Japan and Major League Baseball on Wednesday, the debate over who truly is the baseball "Hit King" is poised to reach another level. That's especially true within the baseball world, where everyone from Rose himself, to now even Alex … [Read more...]
Off-the-field passion Adds to exciting Wales vs. England match
Off-the-field passion Adds to exciting Wales vs. England match In 2012, I attended the Wales vs. Scotland World Cup qualifier in Cardiff. Both Wales and Scotland were towards the bottom of the group and not expected to advance, but because they were both towards the bottom points taken by either could boost a surprise run towards Brazil. As such, it was a competitive match with both teams … [Read more...]
Carson Wentz was locked in bathroom, garden shears got him out
Carson Wentz was locked in bathroom, garden shears got him out There are certain things you can share on social media when you're not a household name that you probably want to keep to yourself after you become a big-name NFL rookie. Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz, the No. 2 overall pick of the NFL draft, had an embarrassing moment. He somehow ended up locked in a bathroom at a … [Read more...]
Yordano Ventura surprises two kids with visit to lemonade stand
Yordano Ventura surprises two kids with visit to lemonade stand Just a week ago, Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Yordano Ventura was cast as a villain for throwing a 99-mph pitch at Baltimore Orioles’ slugger Manny Machado that touched off a brawl between the two teams. Now, we’re seeing his softer side. Ventura, who was suspended for nine games for his role in that fight, stunned two … [Read more...]
Bill Murray helps minor league team celebrate postseason berth
Bill Murray helps minor league team celebrate postseason berth It's only June, but postseason berths are already being clinched around the minor leagues. On Tuesday, the Low Class-A Charleston RiverDogs — an affiliate of the New York Yankees — became one of the first to punch their ticket. With a 3-0 win against Augusta, they clinched the first half Southern Division title in the South … [Read more...]