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Czech Republic claim dramatic Fed Cup
- November 18, 2016
Pliskova finally won - taking the 30th game easily - in a match that lasted 3 hours, 48 minutes. The two teams started the second day of an already riveting Fed Cup final at one win apiece, and Caroline Garcia broke the tie wide open in front of her home crowd, upsetting Pliskova, 6-3, 3-6, 6-3, to put France two sets from victory. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
Pliskova finally won - taking the 30th game easily - in a match that lasted 3 hours, 48 minutes. The two teams started the second day of an already riveting Fed Cup final at one win apiece, and Caroline Garcia broke the tie wide open in front of her home crowd, upsetting Pliskova, 6-3, 3-6, 6-3, to put France two sets from victory. (more...)
Coyotes forward Brad Richardson carted off ice on stretcher
- November 18, 2016
Daniel Sedin had a goal and an assist, and Brandon Sutter also scored for Vancouver, which had lost 11 of 13. Brad Richardson and Anthony DeAngelo had goals for Arizona, which has lost four straight. We'd like to come in and get the lead and maintain the lead, which would be nice. Shane Doan said losing a veteran like Richardson hurts. "He adds a lot to us, makes us better". (more...)
- November 18, 2016
Daniel Sedin had a goal and an assist, and Brandon Sutter also scored for Vancouver, which had lost 11 of 13. Brad Richardson and Anthony DeAngelo had goals for Arizona, which has lost four straight. We'd like to come in and get the lead and maintain the lead, which would be nice. Shane Doan said losing a veteran like Richardson hurts. "He adds a lot to us, makes us better". (more...)
Max Scherzer and Rick Porcello are Cy Young Award winners
- November 18, 2016
In the National League, Nationals right-hander Max Scherzer was well ahead of the other two competitors, with his 5.6 fWAR easily outstripping Cubs right-hander Kyle Hendricks's 4.5 and Cubs left-hander Jon Lester's 4.3. Scherzer was the only man to receive more first-place votes than Clayton Kershaw, who received two despite throwing only 149 innings. Personally, I do think Verlander deserved the award more than Porcello but both are worthy candidates in my book. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
In the National League, Nationals right-hander Max Scherzer was well ahead of the other two competitors, with his 5.6 fWAR easily outstripping Cubs right-hander Kyle Hendricks's 4.5 and Cubs left-hander Jon Lester's 4.3. Scherzer was the only man to receive more first-place votes than Clayton Kershaw, who received two despite throwing only 149 innings. Personally, I do think Verlander deserved the award more than Porcello but both are worthy candidates in my book. (more...)
Chelsea's Conte named Premier League manager of the month
- November 18, 2016
Middlesbrough have nearly a complete squad to chose from with only Daniel Ayala doubtful due to an ankle injury. Aitor Karanka's side have held Arsenal to a scoreless draw, beaten AFC Bournemouth 2-0 and forced a 1-1 draw with Manchester City in their past three outings to occupy 15th position on the table. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
Middlesbrough have nearly a complete squad to chose from with only Daniel Ayala doubtful due to an ankle injury. Aitor Karanka's side have held Arsenal to a scoreless draw, beaten AFC Bournemouth 2-0 and forced a 1-1 draw with Manchester City in their past three outings to occupy 15th position on the table. (more...)
Raonic advances to ATP Finals semis with straight-sets win over Thiem
- November 18, 2016
There could be a rematch of that final between Raonic and Andy Murray in the last four, depending on how the other group plays out on Friday. Like all the original members of Group Ivan Lendl , Goffin has never beaten Djokovic. Thiem's serve caused the world number four some problems, but the hard-hitting Canadian came through a tight first set on a tie break. Djokovic said: "If I had to pick a key to the match it was just hanging in there mentally and believing the opportunities would ... (more...)
- November 18, 2016
There could be a rematch of that final between Raonic and Andy Murray in the last four, depending on how the other group plays out on Friday. Like all the original members of Group Ivan Lendl , Goffin has never beaten Djokovic. Thiem's serve caused the world number four some problems, but the hard-hitting Canadian came through a tight first set on a tie break. Djokovic said: "If I had to pick a key to the match it was just hanging in there mentally and believing the opportunities would ... (more...)
McGregor moves up UFC pound-for-pound rankings
- November 18, 2016
After that, there's not a lot there, which brings people back around to the idea of a boxing match with Floyd Mayweather. Mayweather recently said it was disrespectful that people were comparing him to McGregor. "Tell Floyd and Showtime, I'm coming". Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) superstar Khabib Nurmagomedov has sent a warning to president Dana White , threatening to quit the company if he does not get a title shot with current featherweight and lightweight champion Conor McGregor. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
After that, there's not a lot there, which brings people back around to the idea of a boxing match with Floyd Mayweather. Mayweather recently said it was disrespectful that people were comparing him to McGregor. "Tell Floyd and Showtime, I'm coming". Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) superstar Khabib Nurmagomedov has sent a warning to president Dana White , threatening to quit the company if he does not get a title shot with current featherweight and lightweight champion Conor McGregor. (more...)
Rooney not set great tone as captain with hotel revelry
- November 18, 2016
Rooney picked up a minor knee injury during the 3-0 victory over the Scots and, therefore, knew he wouldn't be playing against Spain on Tuesday night. We are all on the sunny side of life, earn a lot of money, do the job we love, but in the end there is a human being behind the kid. "These boys, this generation, is the most professional generation of footballers - not only in England , but [the] England [team], too - that there has ever been, " the German said. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
Rooney picked up a minor knee injury during the 3-0 victory over the Scots and, therefore, knew he wouldn't be playing against Spain on Tuesday night. We are all on the sunny side of life, earn a lot of money, do the job we love, but in the end there is a human being behind the kid. "These boys, this generation, is the most professional generation of footballers - not only in England , but [the] England [team], too - that there has ever been, " the German said. (more...)
Rick Porcello Named Cy Young Winner in American League
- November 18, 2016
He won despite getting just eight of the 30 first-place votes from members of the Baseball Writers' Association of America - this was the first time the AL Cy victor didn't get the most firsts. Amazingly, it was actually his first time receiving any Cy Young support despite clearly being deserving of a vote or two in his first two seasons in the states. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
He won despite getting just eight of the 30 first-place votes from members of the Baseball Writers' Association of America - this was the first time the AL Cy victor didn't get the most firsts. Amazingly, it was actually his first time receiving any Cy Young support despite clearly being deserving of a vote or two in his first two seasons in the states. (more...)
QB Newton says NFL players are 'owed' chance to celebrate
- November 18, 2016
The future Hall of Fame quarterback went well over 400 yards (465) in the Saints' 41-38 victory vs. Carolina last month. (The Saints defense bailed the special teams out of that one, holding the Panthers to a field goal.) There was also a block in the back by Nate Stupar on a punt in the fourth quarter. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
The future Hall of Fame quarterback went well over 400 yards (465) in the Saints' 41-38 victory vs. Carolina last month. (The Saints defense bailed the special teams out of that one, holding the Panthers to a field goal.) There was also a block in the back by Nate Stupar on a punt in the fourth quarter. (more...)
England draw with Spain in the most English way possible
- November 18, 2016
England gonna England , and Tuesday's friendly against Spain was no different. Sergi Roberto, Cesar Azpilicueta, Isco, Nolito, Juan Mata and Jose Callejon could all start, while Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera is in line to make a belated senior debut aged 27. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
England gonna England , and Tuesday's friendly against Spain was no different. Sergi Roberto, Cesar Azpilicueta, Isco, Nolito, Juan Mata and Jose Callejon could all start, while Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera is in line to make a belated senior debut aged 27. (more...)
Cowboys' Jerry Jones says Tony Romo will remain in Dallas going forward
- November 18, 2016
Tony Romo does not have the real ability now to help his teammates to win on the field. I believe Romo spoke straight from the heart. Were talking generic now, and I have no plans for him not to be part of the Dallas Cowboys. There are other teams you could discuss, the Houston Texans (I mean, how bad has Brock Osweiler been), Miami Dolphins (Ryan Tannehill is about as bad at Osweiler), and the Los Angeles Rams (do they even have a QB?). (more...)
- November 18, 2016
Tony Romo does not have the real ability now to help his teammates to win on the field. I believe Romo spoke straight from the heart. Were talking generic now, and I have no plans for him not to be part of the Dallas Cowboys. There are other teams you could discuss, the Houston Texans (I mean, how bad has Brock Osweiler been), Miami Dolphins (Ryan Tannehill is about as bad at Osweiler), and the Los Angeles Rams (do they even have a QB?). (more...)
Sting Performs At Bataclan One Year After Paris Attacks
- November 18, 2016
The names of those killed at the concert were read out as hundreds of people, gathered under rainy skies, watched in silence. People line up to enter the Bataclan concert hall in Paris on November 12, 2016, prior to the re-opening concert by Sting. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
The names of those killed at the concert were read out as hundreds of people, gathered under rainy skies, watched in silence. People line up to enter the Bataclan concert hall in Paris on November 12, 2016, prior to the re-opening concert by Sting. (more...)
Costa Rica 4, United States of America 0
- November 18, 2016
Brooks and Gonzalez started in the center of the back line. Back in June, Klinsmann possibly saved his job with a 4-0 victory over Costa Rica in the team's second game of the Copa America . The U.S. put itself in a deep hole in World Cup qualifying with one of its worst matches in decades. And if U.S. Soccer is going to make a transition, the time to do it is now; the next qualifying match isn't until late March . (more...)
- November 18, 2016
Brooks and Gonzalez started in the center of the back line. Back in June, Klinsmann possibly saved his job with a 4-0 victory over Costa Rica in the team's second game of the Copa America . The U.S. put itself in a deep hole in World Cup qualifying with one of its worst matches in decades. And if U.S. Soccer is going to make a transition, the time to do it is now; the next qualifying match isn't until late March . (more...)
Really* doesn't like being compared to Conor McGregor
- November 18, 2016
Floyd Mayweather Jr flatly dismissed comparisons between him and Conor McGregor by stating "elephants don't beef with ants". Earlier this week, Mayweather responded to an interviewer's question of whether he had seen McGregor's recent championship-winning TKO of UFC lightweight Eddie Alvarez by comparing McGregor to an ant. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
Floyd Mayweather Jr flatly dismissed comparisons between him and Conor McGregor by stating "elephants don't beef with ants". Earlier this week, Mayweather responded to an interviewer's question of whether he had seen McGregor's recent championship-winning TKO of UFC lightweight Eddie Alvarez by comparing McGregor to an ant. (more...)
Trout, Bryant baseball MVPs
- November 18, 2016
He is the first player to win the AL MVP award from a non-playoff team since Alex Rodriguez in 2003. Trout edged out Boston Red Sox right fielder Mookie Betts thanks to his impressive standard and advanced 2016 stats. "I'll continue to work harder than I ever have before, to hopefully sustain that and win more World Series". I'm just happy. It's a surreal moment. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
He is the first player to win the AL MVP award from a non-playoff team since Alex Rodriguez in 2003. Trout edged out Boston Red Sox right fielder Mookie Betts thanks to his impressive standard and advanced 2016 stats. "I'll continue to work harder than I ever have before, to hopefully sustain that and win more World Series". I'm just happy. It's a surreal moment. (more...)
LeBron James donates $2.5 million to Muhammad Ali exhibit
- November 18, 2016
Saying that a day doesn't go by where he doesn't think of him, LeBron James is helping fund an exhibit honoring the life of Muhammad Ali. "His legacy deserves to be studied and revered by every generation", James said in a release on the NMAAHC's website . (more...)
- November 18, 2016
Saying that a day doesn't go by where he doesn't think of him, LeBron James is helping fund an exhibit honoring the life of Muhammad Ali. "His legacy deserves to be studied and revered by every generation", James said in a release on the NMAAHC's website . (more...)
Kate Upton up in arms over results of AL Cy Young voting
- November 18, 2016
Personally, I do think Verlander deserved the award more than Porcello but both are worthy candidates in my book. While the BBWAA's weighting system for votes is well-known, Upton makes a fair point that those two Tampa Bay writers shouldn't have left Verlander off of their ballots. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
Personally, I do think Verlander deserved the award more than Porcello but both are worthy candidates in my book. While the BBWAA's weighting system for votes is well-known, Upton makes a fair point that those two Tampa Bay writers shouldn't have left Verlander off of their ballots. (more...)
Trump meeting with Japan's PM, possible Cabinet choices
- November 18, 2016
Flynn, who served as the director of the Defense Intelligence Agency, has advised Trump on national security issues for months. "I mean, the whole place is one big lobbyist". The probe dismissed numerous conspiracy theories that had been circulated by critics of Clinton, who was then secretary of state. Make no mistake: As the victor of the election, Trump has the right to surround himself with whomever he feels comfortable and people whose views align with his own. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
Flynn, who served as the director of the Defense Intelligence Agency, has advised Trump on national security issues for months. "I mean, the whole place is one big lobbyist". The probe dismissed numerous conspiracy theories that had been circulated by critics of Clinton, who was then secretary of state. Make no mistake: As the victor of the election, Trump has the right to surround himself with whomever he feels comfortable and people whose views align with his own. (more...)
Tigers talking Ian Kinsler trade with Dodgers
- November 18, 2016
Ian Kinsler is one of the hottest names on the Dodgers Trade list. Kinsler, 34, is a four-time All-Star and 2016 Gold Glove victor. The Dodgers make for a flawless trade partner for the Tigers given their deep farm system, deep pockets and increasing desperation to start seeing championship results. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
Ian Kinsler is one of the hottest names on the Dodgers Trade list. Kinsler, 34, is a four-time All-Star and 2016 Gold Glove victor. The Dodgers make for a flawless trade partner for the Tigers given their deep farm system, deep pockets and increasing desperation to start seeing championship results. (more...)
Carolina Panthers vs New Orleans Saints
- November 18, 2016
Four plays into the drive, the Panthers had gotten inside the 15 and were on the New Orleans 12-yard line, and it looked as though Ted Ginn Jr. had gotten into the end zone. The Carolina Panthers host the New Orleans Saints in an NFC South rivalry matchup to get the week started. Despite close losses and losing records, both the Panthers and Saints have optimism going into the season's stretch run, in pursuit of first-place Atlanta. (more...)
- November 18, 2016
Four plays into the drive, the Panthers had gotten inside the 15 and were on the New Orleans 12-yard line, and it looked as though Ted Ginn Jr. had gotten into the end zone. The Carolina Panthers host the New Orleans Saints in an NFC South rivalry matchup to get the week started. Despite close losses and losing records, both the Panthers and Saints have optimism going into the season's stretch run, in pursuit of first-place Atlanta. (more...)
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