Djokovic's dominance continues, wins 11th Grand Slam title MELBOURNE, Australia - Novak Djokovic left no room to question his dominance on Sunday night. The 28-year-old Serbian defeated No. 2 Andy Murray in straight sets, 6-1, 7-5, 7-6, en route to his third-straight Grand Slam title and 11th overall.  This is his sixth Australian Open title, a record among the men's singles field. Four of … [Read more...]

Western Conference bests Eastern Conference in Skills Relay Challenge (Video) NASHVILLE – The Western Conference won the Skills Relay Challenge at the NHL All-Star Game’s skills competition, coming back after a tough first heat to dominate the second heat.   Each conference took part in two heats that included the following set up. The explanation was provided by the NHL. This timed relay … [Read more...]

Ben Simmons' lack of late-game involvement dooms LSU's upset bid The numbers are almost too bizarre to be real. In the final 10 minutes of the biggest game of LSU's season, Ben Simmons did not score a point. In the final 4:48 of a game that could have solidified the Tigers' shaky NCAA tournament hopes, the likely No. 1 pick in this year's draft did not attempt a shot. In the final 2:56 of a … [Read more...]

Serena: 'I'm not a robot' MELBOURNE, Australia – Serena Williams showed pure class after losing to Angelique Kerber in Saturday night's final. She smiled for the cameras. She hugged Kerber. She talked about being happy for the new champion. It was an unexpected loss, but these things happen. In her news conference, she asked that everyone stop assuming she's perfect.  "I think I did the best … [Read more...]

Stamkos says there’s ‘no timeline’ for new Lightning deal NASHVILLE – Steven Stamkos is, according to The Hockey News, the most powerful man in the NHL.  “The picture on the front of the cover looked good,” he said. Stamkos knows he landed atop the magazine’s “power and influence list” because his free agent status this summer could shake up the NHL, and specifically the Toronto Maple Leafs, … [Read more...]

Homer History: Bill Mazeroski's great walk-off World Series winner In our Homer History series, writers re-tell the stories of memorable home runs from their perspective. In this installment, Yahoo Sports boxing and MMA columnist Kevin Iole gives us a different perspective on one of MLB's famous homers — the Bill Mazeroski blast that won the 1960 World Series. Andy Jerpe was a 14-year-old … [Read more...]

Jim Boeheim calls ACC scheduling 'horrific' after beating Irish It was 'Dress like Jim Boeheim night' at the Carrier Dome on Thursday as Syracuse completely dismantled a Notre Dame team playing without point guard Demetrius Jackson. The 81-66 victory was the fourth in six games for the Orange since Boeheim returned from his nine-game suspension for NCAA violations and was sparked by a 23-1 … [Read more...]

2016 Yahoo Fantasy Baseball open for you to sign up for the season The unofficial start of summer is here with the launch of Yahoo Fantasy Baseball for 2016. Everything you love about our game is back with several great new elements. [2016 Yahoo Fantasy Baseball is open for business. Sign up now] If you've never played fantasy baseball before, now is the perfect time to get in the game as … [Read more...]

Texas A&M's first league loss adds suspense to the SEC race Maybe they got caught looking ahead to Saturday's marquee clash with Iowa State. Maybe they overlooked an Arkansas team they beat by 23 points three weeks ago. Maybe they let their frustration with the officiating affect their performance.  There are all sorts of excuses for Texas A&M's 74-71 loss in Fayetteville on Wednesday night, … [Read more...]

Dennis Wideman cross-checks linesman to the ice (Video) Calgary Flames defenseman Dennis Wideman hit a linesman on the way to the bench in Calgary’s Wednesday game against the Nashville Predators. After getting hit hard by Nashville forward Miikka Salomaki in his zone along the boards, Wideman appeared dazed as he headed off the ice to the Calgary bench. On his way, he cross-checked … [Read more...]