This photo perfectly sums up Robbie Lawler and Rory MacDonald's five-round war LAS VEGAS – There’s an old saying: A picture is worth a thousand words. After the way that Rory MacDonald and Robbie Lawler fought on Saturday night, a thousand probably isn’t near enough to describe the battle the two put on for the UFC welterweight title. “Lawler and MacDonald are obviously in the hospital and … [Read more...]
Matt Brown recovers from early scare to defeat Tim Means, snap losing streak
Matt Brown recovers from early scare to defeat Tim Means, snap losing streak LAS VEGAS — When welterweights Matt Brown and Tim Means were booked to headline the preliminary portion of UFC 189, more than a few fans had it marked down as an early candidate for Fight of the Night. We aren’t exactly sure if fighters can earn that honor in just one round but if anyone deserves it after such a … [Read more...]
Daily Dime: Pollock, Hundley, Panda and other Sunday delights
Daily Dime: Pollock, Hundley, Panda and other Sunday delights Be mindful of ballpark weather today, because we have some ugly splotches on the radar. Below you'll find a 10-pack of bargain DFS buys for Sunday's games. Please use responsibly. [Play a Daily Fantasy contest for cash today!] Pablo Sandoval, 3B, vs. NYY (Eovaldi), $14: Panda's ownership of Eovaldi has been firmly established … [Read more...]
Serena Williams wins Wimbledon, captures Serena Slam
Serena Williams wins Wimbledon, captures Serena Slam She's done it. Serena Williams is the 2015 Wimbledon champion. She's completed her second Serena Slam, her sixth Wimbledon title, and her 21st Grand Slam championship. She's become the oldest woman to win a title in the Open era. Williams defeated Spaniard Garbine Muguruza in straight sets, 6-4, 6-4. At next month's U.S. Open, she'll … [Read more...]
Michelle Waterson, a.k.a. The Karate Hottie, embracing extra attention ahead of UFC debut
Michelle Waterson, a.k.a. The Karate Hottie, embracing extra attention ahead of UFC debut Michelle Waterson is in a bit of a quandary. She is propped up tidily in a steel chair inside the MGM Grand, grinning from ear to ear as she promotes her UFC debut this Sunday at The Ultimate Fighter finale in Las Vegas. Waterson is a striking woman, without question, and no matter how well she performs … [Read more...]
Conor McGregor, Chad Mendes make weight, set for intense UFC title bout
Conor McGregor, Chad Mendes make weight, set for intense UFC title bout LAS VEGAS -- The stage is set for Conor McGregor. The brash Irishman now only has to live up to his momentous trash talk once the Octagon door is closed and he's alone inside the cage against Chad Mendes in the main event of UFC 189 at the MGM Grand Garden. McGregor and Mendes, who meet for the interim featherweight … [Read more...]
Gustav Nyquist agrees to 4-year, $19 million extension with Red Wings
Gustav Nyquist agrees to 4-year, $19 million extension with Red Wings The number of potential NHL arbitration cases this summer is dwindling by the day. The latest off the board is restricted free agent Gustav Nyquist of the Detroit Red Wings, who on Friday agreed to a four-year, $19 million deal, according to Elliotte Friedman. That’s an AAV of $4.75 million. According to War on Ice, the … [Read more...]
Brad Keselowski likes the idea of specific track-type rules
Brad Keselowski likes the idea of specific track-type rules As NASCAR starts the process of putting together different rules for specific types of tracks, it can count Brad Keselowski as a fan of the initiative. The Sprint Cup Series is running a lower downforce package for Saturday night's race at Kentucky. The cars have smaller splitters and spoilers. At Indianapolis and Michigan, the cars … [Read more...]
Travis Browne accused of domestic violence, pulled from UFC Fight Week
Travis Browne accused of domestic violence, pulled from UFC Fight Week UFC heavyweight Travis Browne is being accused of domestic violence by his ex-girlfriend Jenna Reneé Webb. Webb took to Instagram and shared pictures of her badly bruised body and face. When a fan asked if the injuries were caused by Browne, Webb replied, “Yes it was Travis.” The caption accompanying the photo stated: … [Read more...]
Tampa Bay boosts hockey cred with 2018 World Juniors bid
Tampa Bay boosts hockey cred with 2018 World Juniors bid Participants of the 2018 World Junior Championships rejoice. You may not have to go to some sort of frozen tundra in Europe or on the US/Canada border to defend national pride! According to a report in the Tampa Bay Times, Tampa has put in a bid to host the World Junior Championships for that year. The area is no stranger to big hockey … [Read more...]