Simone Biles isn't hanging her head after bronze medal performance Simone Biles has been unstoppable at the Rio Olympics and a record five gold medals looked well within her reach. That’s why so many were crushed and disappointed when the United States gymnast stumbled on the balance beam and had to settle for the bronze medal. But Biles isn’t hanging her head. The all-around gold … [Read more...]
Von Miller breaks down why he chose Texas A&M over LSU
Von Miller breaks down why he chose Texas A&M over LSU Von Miller breaks down how he made his collegiate choice. (Photo by Michael Reaves/The Denver Post via Getty Images) Former Texas A&M LB and Super Bowl 50 MVP Von Miller was one of the most sought after recruits coming out of high school and was a coup for Texas A&M at the time of his recruitment. Miller was rated four stars by Rivals … [Read more...]
Havelange, FIFA king who abdicated in corruption scandal, dead at 100
Havelange, FIFA king who abdicated in corruption scandal, dead at 100 Rio de Janeiro (AFP) – Joao Havelange, who died Tuesday at 100, turned FIFA into a global business behemoth and helped bring the Olympics to Rio, only to resign in disgrace after a corruption scandal. The Samaritano Hospital in Rio de Janeiro confirmed that Havelange, who had been treated there in July for pneumonia, died … [Read more...]
Coco Crisp believes A's have ulterior motive for not playing him
Coco Crisp believes A's have ulterior motive for not playing him Coco Crisp and the Athletics are heading toward a nasty breakup. (Getty Images/Joe Robbins) The longest-tenured member of the Oakland Athletics will probably be looking for a new home this winter. Outfielder Coco Crisp is not happy about his reduced playing time, and believes there’s an ulterior motive behind the A’s … [Read more...]
Tennessee Titans vs. Carolina Panthers – 8/20/16 NFL Pick, Odds, and Prediction – Sports Chat Place
Tennessee Titans vs. Carolina Panthers - 8/20/16 NFL Pick, Odds, and Prediction - Sports Chat Place Carolina Panthers (17-2) at Tennessee Titans (3-13) (2015 Records) NFL Football: Saturday, August 20, 2016 at 3:00 pm (Nissan Stadium) The Line: Tennessee Titans -1 -- Over/Under: 41.5 See the Latest Odds TV: NFL Network The Tennessee Titans and the Carolina Panthers face off on Saturday in … [Read more...]
Olympics-Cycling-Mountain bike course undamaged by fire-organisers (Reuters)
Olympics-Cycling-Mountain bike course undamaged by fire-organisers (Reuters) By Martyn Herman RIO DE JANEIRO, Aug 16 (Reuters) - The Olympic mountain bike venue escaped serious damage after a fire swept through nearby land on Monday, organisers of this weekend's men's and women's events said on Tuesday. "Following careful assessment carried out this morning, the Union Cycliste … [Read more...]
Olympics-Boxing-Men’s bantamweight quarterfinal results (Reuters)
Olympics-Boxing-Men's bantamweight quarterfinal results (Reuters) Aug 16 (Gracenote) - Olympic boxing men's bantamweight quarterfinal results in Rio de Janeiro on Tuesday. Shakur Stevenson (U.S.) beat Erdenebat Tsendbaatar (Mongolia) 3-0 Vladimir Nikitin (Russia) beat Michael Conlan (Ireland) 3-0 … [Read more...]
Price '100 percent'; Giroux's production; NHL arena facts (Puck Headlines)
Price '100 percent'; Giroux's production; NHL arena facts (Puck Headlines) Here are your Puck Headlines: A glorious collection of news and views collected from the greatest blogosphere in sports and the few, the proud, the mainstream hockey media. Have a link you want to submit? Email us at [email protected]. Tommy's letter to @Rous_ant pic.twitter.com/DbycIftdZN — … [Read more...]
Carmelo Anthony visits Rio's favelas during Team USA off day
Carmelo Anthony visits Rio's favelas during Team USA off day 2:22 PM ET The United States men's basketball team had a couple of days off this week, in advance of an Olympic quarterfinal match against Argentina. Some players may have relaxed on the cruise ship housing the men's and women's teams or visited different sites around Rio de Janeiro. But Carmelo Anthony used the opportunity to … [Read more...]
Noah Syndergaard is just fine despite recent slump
Noah Syndergaard is just fine despite recent slump Though he’s nicknamed after a superhero and a Norse god, New York Mets pitcher Noah Syndergaard has looked relatively human lately. After starting the season with a blistering 1.91 ERA over his first 13 starts, Syndergaard has posted a rather pedestrian 4.20 mark over his last nine outings. In most cases, this wouldn’t be a huge concern. … [Read more...]