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Pakistan win toss, bat first against WI in second Test
- October 21, 2016
Younis Khan returned in place of Babar Azam for the second Test against West Indies . West Indies: OUT: Shane Dowrich. "The way West Indies fought and Darren Bravo scored that fighting hundred", Younis Khan said. Left-arm spinner Zulfiqar Babar and fast bowler Rahat Ali also come in the side. "We did miss him", said Misbah . Most of us are familiar with the red ball. (more...)
- October 21, 2016
Younis Khan returned in place of Babar Azam for the second Test against West Indies . West Indies: OUT: Shane Dowrich. "The way West Indies fought and Darren Bravo scored that fighting hundred", Younis Khan said. Left-arm spinner Zulfiqar Babar and fast bowler Rahat Ali also come in the side. "We did miss him", said Misbah . Most of us are familiar with the red ball. (more...)
Aaron Rodgers to drink scotch, watch film after Packers loss
- October 21, 2016
There was also a record broken as Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott surpassed the great Tom Brady for the most passes thrown without an interception to start a career. The Packers were lined up in an empty backfield at the time. Dak threw his first interception in the third quarter. If those games were any indication of what this team is capable of, then I think we can all agree that the Cowboys are not only one of the best teams in the entire National Football League, but should ... (more...)
- October 21, 2016
There was also a record broken as Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott surpassed the great Tom Brady for the most passes thrown without an interception to start a career. The Packers were lined up in an empty backfield at the time. Dak threw his first interception in the third quarter. If those games were any indication of what this team is capable of, then I think we can all agree that the Cowboys are not only one of the best teams in the entire National Football League, but should ... (more...)
Blue Jays still in survival mode vs. Indians
- October 21, 2016
They have been a solid defensive team, a team with timely hitting and pitching and enormous heart. The Toronto Blue Jays have been eliminated from the 2016 Major League Baseball playoffs after losing 3-0 in Game 5 of the ALCS to the Cleveland Indians. (more...)
- October 21, 2016
They have been a solid defensive team, a team with timely hitting and pitching and enormous heart. The Toronto Blue Jays have been eliminated from the 2016 Major League Baseball playoffs after losing 3-0 in Game 5 of the ALCS to the Cleveland Indians. (more...)
EU leaders lash Russia over Syria but split on sanctions
- October 21, 2016
He acknowledged Bulgaria' place as an energy recipient from Russian Federation, but added, "more important are these values, and we will defend them to the end". The United Nations has urged the group's fighters to leave Aleppo and its envoy even offered to accompany them. "We have approved a document that recalls the need to get as quickly as possible to an agreement, to a real truce and to a political transition process that we have been awaiting for a while". (more...)
- October 21, 2016
He acknowledged Bulgaria' place as an energy recipient from Russian Federation, but added, "more important are these values, and we will defend them to the end". The United Nations has urged the group's fighters to leave Aleppo and its envoy even offered to accompany them. "We have approved a document that recalls the need to get as quickly as possible to an agreement, to a real truce and to a political transition process that we have been awaiting for a while". (more...)
Jose Mourinho: Manchester United Boss Expects More From Paul Pogba
- October 21, 2016
More hard game for them than us. Mourinho also thought that United had the game under control and that they troubled Liverpool more than the home side troubled them. "We have got a clean sheet tonight which has not happened for a few games". "We stopped them playing, but they also did very well from a defensive point of view". (more...)
- October 21, 2016
More hard game for them than us. Mourinho also thought that United had the game under control and that they troubled Liverpool more than the home side troubled them. "We have got a clean sheet tonight which has not happened for a few games". "We stopped them playing, but they also did very well from a defensive point of view". (more...)
Rams begin practice in London aware of challenges ahead
- October 21, 2016
Johnson played last season alongside Giants CB Janoris Jenkins , who left Rams this spring for lavish free-agent deal in NY. Those three teams are a combined 13-4 this season. He's coached his team to the playoffs six times, getting knocked out in the first round three times, winning one round two times, and going to the Super Bowl once as head coach of the Tennessee Titans in 1999. (more...)
- October 21, 2016
Johnson played last season alongside Giants CB Janoris Jenkins , who left Rams this spring for lavish free-agent deal in NY. Those three teams are a combined 13-4 this season. He's coached his team to the playoffs six times, getting knocked out in the first round three times, winning one round two times, and going to the Super Bowl once as head coach of the Tennessee Titans in 1999. (more...)
Auston Matthews Scores 4 goals In Maple Leafs Debut
- October 21, 2016
On that competition point: Matthews didn't exactly get a run of easy deployment. He called it a "surreal" moment, adding that "I couldn't believe that was happening out there". That might be the most comfortable position on our team, if you're me. I'm going with the Nats in this one. "He'll get himself going". Logging 17:37, Matthews tallied his hat trick on his first three shots at 8:21 and 14:18 of the first period and 1:25 of the second. (more...)
- October 21, 2016
On that competition point: Matthews didn't exactly get a run of easy deployment. He called it a "surreal" moment, adding that "I couldn't believe that was happening out there". That might be the most comfortable position on our team, if you're me. I'm going with the Nats in this one. "He'll get himself going". Logging 17:37, Matthews tallied his hat trick on his first three shots at 8:21 and 14:18 of the first period and 1:25 of the second. (more...)
Bears lineman on sideline during 2nd quarter versus Packers
- October 21, 2016
Between now and then, all eyes will be on Jay Cutler's recovery from a sprained right thumb that rendered him inactive Thursday for the fifth consecutive game. Mason Crosby salvaged two series with field goals, but the Packers went scoreless on another drive when Montgomery was stopped on a fourth-and-goal run from the 1. (more...)
- October 21, 2016
Between now and then, all eyes will be on Jay Cutler's recovery from a sprained right thumb that rendered him inactive Thursday for the fifth consecutive game. Mason Crosby salvaged two series with field goals, but the Packers went scoreless on another drive when Montgomery was stopped on a fourth-and-goal run from the 1. (more...)
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- October 21, 2016
Yes, Kris Bryant or David Ortiz or Mike Trout is far more likely to do something brilliant over the short run than a hitter like Lobaton is, but when you deal in samples so small that nearly no skill or indicator has time to stabilize, the "weird and random" carry the day. (more...)
- October 21, 2016
Yes, Kris Bryant or David Ortiz or Mike Trout is far more likely to do something brilliant over the short run than a hitter like Lobaton is, but when you deal in samples so small that nearly no skill or indicator has time to stabilize, the "weird and random" carry the day. (more...)
Marseille appoints Garcia as coach ahead of PSG clash
- October 21, 2016
Marseille have announced that Rudi Garcia has signed on as head coach, replacing Franck Passi at the helm just days after the club's sale to Frank McCourt and days out from the first Classique of the season. I knew immediately that he was the man to coach Olympique de Marseille . "AS Roma can confirm that the contracts of Rudi Garcia and his coaching assistants have been terminated by mutual consent", a statement on the Lupi's website announced. (more...)
- October 21, 2016
Marseille have announced that Rudi Garcia has signed on as head coach, replacing Franck Passi at the helm just days after the club's sale to Frank McCourt and days out from the first Classique of the season. I knew immediately that he was the man to coach Olympique de Marseille . "AS Roma can confirm that the contracts of Rudi Garcia and his coaching assistants have been terminated by mutual consent", a statement on the Lupi's website announced. (more...)
Thousands expected in Killaloe today; radio stations plan Anthony Foley tribute
- October 21, 2016
Anthony Foley had a number of battles against ASM Clermont Auvergne, both as a player and as a manager, and his death last weekend united the entire rugby world in grief . Update 3.45pm: Large crowds are queuing to pay their respects to the family of the late Anthony Foley at St. Flannan's Church in Killaloe, Co Clare. (more...)
- October 21, 2016
Anthony Foley had a number of battles against ASM Clermont Auvergne, both as a player and as a manager, and his death last weekend united the entire rugby world in grief . Update 3.45pm: Large crowds are queuing to pay their respects to the family of the late Anthony Foley at St. Flannan's Church in Killaloe, Co Clare. (more...)
No 'Untouchables' For Mourinho At United
- October 21, 2016
Mourinho insisted United had decided on Pogba to take their first penalty, even though the France worldwide asked Wayne Rooney for permission to take the spotkick. He added there are still leaders in the United squad, saying that Zlatan Ibrahimovic is "good for squad morale" and Paul Pogba remains "one of the best midfielders in world" who is "getting stronger". (more...)
- October 21, 2016
Mourinho insisted United had decided on Pogba to take their first penalty, even though the France worldwide asked Wayne Rooney for permission to take the spotkick. He added there are still leaders in the United squad, saying that Zlatan Ibrahimovic is "good for squad morale" and Paul Pogba remains "one of the best midfielders in world" who is "getting stronger". (more...)
Indians seal World Series spot
- October 21, 2016
The Indians will now have six days to rest up for the World Series and they'll be grateful for every moment of it. Injuries have depleted their rotation, but the long layoff should at least allow starter Trevor Bauer to recover from his freak drone accident. (more...)
- October 21, 2016
The Indians will now have six days to rest up for the World Series and they'll be grateful for every moment of it. Injuries have depleted their rotation, but the long layoff should at least allow starter Trevor Bauer to recover from his freak drone accident. (more...)
Dodgers reject Kershaw offer to save him for Game 6
- October 21, 2016
Tonight, the Cubs will look to repeat that experience and return to Chicago up three games to two--something that felt almost impossible after Tuesday night's loss. "I wish I had taken advantage of this outing", he said through a translator. "I'm going to be very aware of the hitters who are hot and who are hitting well", Maeda said. (more...)
- October 21, 2016
Tonight, the Cubs will look to repeat that experience and return to Chicago up three games to two--something that felt almost impossible after Tuesday night's loss. "I wish I had taken advantage of this outing", he said through a translator. "I'm going to be very aware of the hitters who are hot and who are hitting well", Maeda said. (more...)
Dak Prescott passes Tom Brady for National Football League record
- October 21, 2016
The Cowboys have used the uncertainty surrounding Romo's return from injury to stave off being able to make a clear cut decision, but time is running out on that strategy. "We don't deal a whole lot in hypotheticals", Garrett said. That means the Packers will have to get Davis up to speed on the playbook quickly if he's going to be ready when the Chicago Bears visit Lambeau Field on Thursday night. (more...)
- October 21, 2016
The Cowboys have used the uncertainty surrounding Romo's return from injury to stave off being able to make a clear cut decision, but time is running out on that strategy. "We don't deal a whole lot in hypotheticals", Garrett said. That means the Packers will have to get Davis up to speed on the playbook quickly if he's going to be ready when the Chicago Bears visit Lambeau Field on Thursday night. (more...)
Celebrities among those long-suffering Cubs fans
- October 21, 2016
Kenta Maeda will start Game 5 of the NLCS for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Dave Roberts has confirmed. The MVP candidate then tacked on a two-RBI single in the sixth, propelling the Cubs to a 10-2 victory in Game 4 of the NLCS. So far this postseason, L.A. has started with Clayton Kershaw as the ace, Kenta Maeda a Japanese import and trade-deadline acquisition Rich Hill. (more...)
- October 21, 2016
Kenta Maeda will start Game 5 of the NLCS for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Dave Roberts has confirmed. The MVP candidate then tacked on a two-RBI single in the sixth, propelling the Cubs to a 10-2 victory in Game 4 of the NLCS. So far this postseason, L.A. has started with Clayton Kershaw as the ace, Kenta Maeda a Japanese import and trade-deadline acquisition Rich Hill. (more...)
Carey Price makes 27 saves, Canadiens beat Coyotes 5-2
- October 21, 2016
He finished his award-winning 2014-15 campaign with a.933 save percentage through 66 regular season games, then was well on his way to a similar performance last season before being shut down for a lower body injury. The Canadiens have started the season 2-0-1 in Price's absence. Galchenyuk dangled around Arizona captain Shane Doan before beating Domingue with a wrister at 5:49 to make it 4-0. (more...)
- October 21, 2016
He finished his award-winning 2014-15 campaign with a.933 save percentage through 66 regular season games, then was well on his way to a similar performance last season before being shut down for a lower body injury. The Canadiens have started the season 2-0-1 in Price's absence. Galchenyuk dangled around Arizona captain Shane Doan before beating Domingue with a wrister at 5:49 to make it 4-0. (more...)
EPL 2016/17: Arsenal 3-2 Swansea City - 5 Talking Points
- October 21, 2016
Bradley's new team showed spirit to fight back against the league's most in-form team, with Gylfi Sigurdsson making it 2-1 and Borja Baston setting up a tense ending with a 66th-minute goal to make it 3-2. Again though, Swansea were architects of their own downfall, Leroy Fer, Sigurdsson and Jack Cork all missing opportunities to clear Santi Cazorla's corner with the ball falling at Walcott's feet for a tap-in. (more...)
- October 21, 2016
Bradley's new team showed spirit to fight back against the league's most in-form team, with Gylfi Sigurdsson making it 2-1 and Borja Baston setting up a tense ending with a 66th-minute goal to make it 3-2. Again though, Swansea were architects of their own downfall, Leroy Fer, Sigurdsson and Jack Cork all missing opportunities to clear Santi Cazorla's corner with the ball falling at Walcott's feet for a tap-in. (more...)
Arsene Wenger: Arsenal confidence has helped us overcome psychological struggles
- October 21, 2016
The unusual fact of the match was Ludogorets had 56 percent of possession and had completed more passes than the home side, but majority were sidewise or back passes that couldn't penetrate the Arsenal back four. The opposition tried to counter this opener, and almost did a couple of times as the first half wore on, but Arsenal had their chances too, and 42 minutes in, Theo Walcott, with all the time in the world from 20 yards, smashed home. (more...)
- October 21, 2016
The unusual fact of the match was Ludogorets had 56 percent of possession and had completed more passes than the home side, but majority were sidewise or back passes that couldn't penetrate the Arsenal back four. The opposition tried to counter this opener, and almost did a couple of times as the first half wore on, but Arsenal had their chances too, and 42 minutes in, Theo Walcott, with all the time in the world from 20 yards, smashed home. (more...)
Ben Roethlisberger Ruled Out For Sunday's Game
- October 21, 2016
Roethlisberger officially out for Steelers vs. After hosting the Patriots this week, the Steelers go on bye in Week 8 before traveling to Baltimore for a divisional showdown with the rival Ravens in Week 9. In 2015 spot duty, Jones went 32-of-55 for 513 yards, three touchdowns and four interceptions. The Steelers confirmed the surgery in a statement Monday afternoon, saying they "are confident this injury is not long-term". (more...)
- October 21, 2016
Roethlisberger officially out for Steelers vs. After hosting the Patriots this week, the Steelers go on bye in Week 8 before traveling to Baltimore for a divisional showdown with the rival Ravens in Week 9. In 2015 spot duty, Jones went 32-of-55 for 513 yards, three touchdowns and four interceptions. The Steelers confirmed the surgery in a statement Monday afternoon, saying they "are confident this injury is not long-term". (more...)
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