Mike Trout using new technology this spring to refine his swing Mike Trout and Tigers Woods have something in common. Although they play different sports, they’re both always trying to get the most out of their swing. Trout might be the best player in baseball, but he isn’t satisfied despite everything he has already achieved before his 25th birthday. Trout is using new technology this … [Read more...]

Eichel stays a bridesmaid as McDavid wins game in overtime (Video) After Connor McDavid scored 22 seconds into his first game against the Buffalo Sabres, Jack Eichel had the opportunity to change the narrative and be the hero at the end of the game. But alas, Eichel is always a bridesmaid and never a bride. At least, for now. In overtime, Eichel deftly skates and puck handles around Andrej … [Read more...]

WKU RB Leon Allen granted medical hardship, will return in 2016 One of Conference USA’s top running backs will return in 2016. According to multiple reports, the NCAA has approved a medical hardship waiver for Western Kentucky’ Leon Allen, allowing him to return for a fifth season. Allen went down with a serious knee injury in the second game of WKU’s 2015 season and never returned. Before … [Read more...]

Bills will release DE Mario Williams, franchise OT Cordy Glenn The Buffalo Bills are set to make a slew of moves prior to Tuesday's deadline. The biggest news comes with the impending release of defensive end Mario Williams and the franchise tag being placed on left tackle Cordy Glenn, according to multiple media reports. In addition, the team has restructured the contract of tight end … [Read more...]

LSU president says budget threat to football is legitimate Perhaps the best way to get the citizens of Louisiana to realize the severity of the state's budget crisis is to keep talking about the LSU football program. LSU president F. King Alexander brought up the team again in his comments to the Baton Rouge Press Club on Monday. The Louisiana budget is in such bad shape that LSU and other … [Read more...]

Who were biggest losers of 2016 NHL Trade Deadline? (Video) After the NHL Trade Deadline, we handed out a report card for winners and losers. And frankly, there were more teams that did well than did poorly. That said, there are some teams that did really, really poorly. And some people who lost out at the deadline, too. Greg Wyshynski and Sean Leahy of Puck Daddy join Dave Lozo of Vice … [Read more...]

Who won the 2016 NHL Trade Deadline? (Video) While the NHL trade deadline itself amounted to a heaping pile of nothing, the days leading up to it provided some big moves for teams with designs on the Stanley Cup. Teams like the Chicago Blackhawks, New York Rangers and the Los Angeles Kings all made interesting moves to solidify their chances. Greg Wyshynski and Sean Leahy of Puck Daddy join … [Read more...]

Brad vs. the Book: Iowa to bounce back versus Indiana Slaying the sportsbook is a monstrous task. Some days bettors take up residence in a penthouse suite. Other times, they curl up in the nearest ditch, shirtless and toothless. In an attempt to avoid complete destitution, I will post my picks, whether profitable or penniless, through the NCAA tourney. Check out Tuesday's selections below: … [Read more...]

Is wait finally over? Cubs predicted to win most games this season The Chicago Cubs are going to win more regular-season games this season than any other team in Major League Baseball, according to over/under win-total projections released Monday by the online sportsbook Bovada.The Cubs are predicted to win 92 1/2 games and are the only team with a projected win total in the 90s. That … [Read more...]

NHL Trade Deadline 2016 Live Blog: Hour 4! The NHL Trade Deadline is Feb. 29, at 3 p.m. ET. We're live-blogging this bad boy every hour with constant commentary and updates from Puck Daddy writers Greg Wyshynski, Sean Leahy, Josh Cooper and Jen Neale, as well as Sam McCaig of Yahoo Sports NHL coverage.  Here's the Hour 1 live blog! Here's Hour 2! Here's Hour 3! And now onto Hour 4! Follow … [Read more...]