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Arsenal board splits over Wenger stay
- April 13, 2017
And Arsenal's flops were forced to run the gauntlet after the match as they were each subjected to more abuse from waiting fans as they made their way from the away dressing-room to the team coach. I think they were sharper than us in the duels and in many decisive situations tonight. Sixth-placed Arsenal , who have finished in the top four in 20 consecutive seasons under Wenger, now have 54 points from 30 games - seven points behind fourth-placed Manchester City, who have played a game ... (more...)
- April 13, 2017
And Arsenal's flops were forced to run the gauntlet after the match as they were each subjected to more abuse from waiting fans as they made their way from the away dressing-room to the team coach. I think they were sharper than us in the duels and in many decisive situations tonight. Sixth-placed Arsenal , who have finished in the top four in 20 consecutive seasons under Wenger, now have 54 points from 30 games - seven points behind fourth-placed Manchester City, who have played a game ... (more...)
NHL's Olympic decision also big news at women's tournament
- April 13, 2017
Since 1998, the National Hockey League has accommodated worldwide teams with a monthlong hiatus during Olympic years, extending the postseason deeper into summer. Ovechkin, 31, is tied for seventh on the NHL's goal scoring list with 33 goals this season and also has 33 assists. After the Turin Games in 2006, former Philadelphia Flyers owner Ed Snider said he didn't see the value in the move since the time difference prevented North American fans from seeing the games in prime time. (more...)
- April 13, 2017
Since 1998, the National Hockey League has accommodated worldwide teams with a monthlong hiatus during Olympic years, extending the postseason deeper into summer. Ovechkin, 31, is tied for seventh on the NHL's goal scoring list with 33 goals this season and also has 33 assists. After the Turin Games in 2006, former Philadelphia Flyers owner Ed Snider said he didn't see the value in the move since the time difference prevented North American fans from seeing the games in prime time. (more...)
Something pretty gross brought the Cubs-Brewers game to a brief halt
- April 13, 2017
Sunday The Cubs outhit Milwaukee 11-4 and outscored them 7-4 to take two of three in the series. Montgomery threw pretty well for the first two innings of his appearance, but with one out and two Brewers on base, Monty hit Jett Bandy . Tampa jumped on Toronto starter Francisco Liriano early, putting up five runs on the southpaw in just one-third innings of work, the shortest start of his career. (more...)
- April 13, 2017
Sunday The Cubs outhit Milwaukee 11-4 and outscored them 7-4 to take two of three in the series. Montgomery threw pretty well for the first two innings of his appearance, but with one out and two Brewers on base, Monty hit Jett Bandy . Tampa jumped on Toronto starter Francisco Liriano early, putting up five runs on the southpaw in just one-third innings of work, the shortest start of his career. (more...)
Cubs' banner-raising ceremony delayed by rain
- April 13, 2017
In a first-of-its-kind ceremony at Wrigley Field, the Chicago Cubs raised a World Series championship banner Monday night after about two hours of rain delay. The Cubs defeated the Cleveland Indians to win the World Series last November. "It surprised me how emotional I got", Rizzo said in the clubhouse after the game. (more...)
- April 13, 2017
In a first-of-its-kind ceremony at Wrigley Field, the Chicago Cubs raised a World Series championship banner Monday night after about two hours of rain delay. The Cubs defeated the Cleveland Indians to win the World Series last November. "It surprised me how emotional I got", Rizzo said in the clubhouse after the game. (more...)
Suspect arrested in Borussia Dortmund bus 'terrorist' attack
- April 13, 2017
Police have detained one suspect after three letters were found at the scene of the incident that were said to be claiming responsibility. "An Islamist background appears to be possible", she said, noting the letter demanded that Germany withdraw its deployment of Tornado reconnaissance missions in the anti-IS global coalition and close the U.S. (more...)
- April 13, 2017
Police have detained one suspect after three letters were found at the scene of the incident that were said to be claiming responsibility. "An Islamist background appears to be possible", she said, noting the letter demanded that Germany withdraw its deployment of Tornado reconnaissance missions in the anti-IS global coalition and close the U.S. (more...)
Westbrook is Not the MVP, Harden is
- April 13, 2017
Robertson himself averaged 30-plus points and 11-plus assists three times, but no one has come close to Archibald's numbers before this season. "I'm very thankful and blessed to be able to go out and compete at the highest level", said Westbrook during the post-game interview, as per The Guardian . (more...)
- April 13, 2017
Robertson himself averaged 30-plus points and 11-plus assists three times, but no one has come close to Archibald's numbers before this season. "I'm very thankful and blessed to be able to go out and compete at the highest level", said Westbrook during the post-game interview, as per The Guardian . (more...)
Justin Verlander cruises through seven innings in Tigers' win
- April 13, 2017
We have a number of guys that aren't 100 percent, but there's a lot of fight in this group". Nicholas Castellanos chased Sale with a two-out, go-ahead single in the eighth inning and Ian Kinsler homered in the sixth, lifting Detroit over Boston 2-1 on Monday. (more...)
- April 13, 2017
We have a number of guys that aren't 100 percent, but there's a lot of fight in this group". Nicholas Castellanos chased Sale with a two-out, go-ahead single in the eighth inning and Ian Kinsler homered in the sixth, lifting Detroit over Boston 2-1 on Monday. (more...)
Major League Baseball 'making progress' in getting Indians to eliminate Chief Wahoo logo
- April 13, 2017
When that will happen isn't crystalized yet, mainly because a large faction of the team's fanbase retains inflamed passions about the logo. While some see issues with the Indians logo, the football team in Washington has been under fire for ages for their team nickname. (more...)
- April 13, 2017
When that will happen isn't crystalized yet, mainly because a large faction of the team's fanbase retains inflamed passions about the logo. While some see issues with the Indians logo, the football team in Washington has been under fire for ages for their team nickname. (more...)
Investigators Blame 'Islamist' Suspects in Germany Bus …
- April 13, 2017
Investigations will focus on a letter claiming responsibility for the attack that was found close to the site of the blasts. She said that the investigation had zeroed in on two suspects from the "Islamist spectrum", whose flats were raided. (more...)
- April 13, 2017
Investigations will focus on a letter claiming responsibility for the attack that was found close to the site of the blasts. She said that the investigation had zeroed in on two suspects from the "Islamist spectrum", whose flats were raided. (more...)
Egyptian Police Interrupt New ISIS Plot Against Christians
- April 13, 2017
President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi had on Sunday announced a three-month state of emergency across the country, following two separate attacks on churches during Palm Sunday prayers, which killed more than 40 and injured over 100. Egypt's Christian minority, which makes up roughly 10 percent of the population, has increasingly been targeted by Islamist extremists. The group was also planning attacks against police and courts, the ministry said. (more...)
- April 13, 2017
President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi had on Sunday announced a three-month state of emergency across the country, following two separate attacks on churches during Palm Sunday prayers, which killed more than 40 and injured over 100. Egypt's Christian minority, which makes up roughly 10 percent of the population, has increasingly been targeted by Islamist extremists. The group was also planning attacks against police and courts, the ministry said. (more...)
Buchholz's Phillies future murky after exiting start with injury
- April 13, 2017
After the game Mets manager Terry Collins said it was a cramp and they were confident he would make his next start. And Cespedes' four extra-base hits in the game - he doubled in the seventh inning - tied a franchise record. Tuesday was the third time that the Mets hit at least seven home runs at Citizens Bank Park. "I've pitched through some stuff in my career that I was able to get through, the last time this happened was in (2015) and I couldn't get through it", he said. (more...)
- April 13, 2017
After the game Mets manager Terry Collins said it was a cramp and they were confident he would make his next start. And Cespedes' four extra-base hits in the game - he doubled in the seventh inning - tied a franchise record. Tuesday was the third time that the Mets hit at least seven home runs at Citizens Bank Park. "I've pitched through some stuff in my career that I was able to get through, the last time this happened was in (2015) and I couldn't get through it", he said. (more...)
Arrieta, Bryant send Cubs past Brewers
- April 13, 2017
Milwaukee Brewers' Ryan Braun watches his three-run home run against the Chicago Cubs during the third inning of a baseball game Sunday , April 9, 2017, in Milwaukee. "What you've seen is a good indicator of what we'll be able to do". When he is on top of his game, Jake Arrieta doesn't need much in terms of run support. (more...)
- April 13, 2017
Milwaukee Brewers' Ryan Braun watches his three-run home run against the Chicago Cubs during the third inning of a baseball game Sunday , April 9, 2017, in Milwaukee. "What you've seen is a good indicator of what we'll be able to do". When he is on top of his game, Jake Arrieta doesn't need much in terms of run support. (more...)
Rose and Spieth rise to top at US Masters
- April 13, 2017
Rory McIlroy will start his final round on level par. Rickie Fowler, another of the co-leaders, shot 71 to sit at 5-under, and will play in the second-last group with Spieth. Nothing irritated him more than the fifth hole. But Sunday, he had just one birdie to go with five bogeys and a double-bogey 5 on the 12th hole when his tee shot went in the water to fall out of contention. (more...)
- April 13, 2017
Rory McIlroy will start his final round on level par. Rickie Fowler, another of the co-leaders, shot 71 to sit at 5-under, and will play in the second-last group with Spieth. Nothing irritated him more than the fifth hole. But Sunday, he had just one birdie to go with five bogeys and a double-bogey 5 on the 12th hole when his tee shot went in the water to fall out of contention. (more...)
Hamilton relishing titanic battle with Vettel
- April 13, 2017
But despite coming out on top in Shanghai for a fifth time, Hamilton fully expects the pendulum to continue to swing back and forth between Mercedes and Ferrari for the rest of the year. This was where luck went the way of Hamilton, in the shape of Antonio Giovinazzi, as the Italian lost control of his Sauber on the start-finish straight at the end of Lap 3 and crashed heavily. (more...)
- April 13, 2017
But despite coming out on top in Shanghai for a fifth time, Hamilton fully expects the pendulum to continue to swing back and forth between Mercedes and Ferrari for the rest of the year. This was where luck went the way of Hamilton, in the shape of Antonio Giovinazzi, as the Italian lost control of his Sauber on the start-finish straight at the end of Lap 3 and crashed heavily. (more...)
Lexi Thompson Loses LPGA Major After TV Viewer Calls In Penalty
- April 13, 2017
So Yeon Ryu of South Korea birdied the first playoff hole Sunday to edge a tearful Lexi Thompson for the title of the first major championship of the golf season. The error hadn't been noticed by the golf officials observing the tournament, but after two hours of discussion, Golfweek reported , they approached Thompson with the news they were giving her a four-stroke penalty . (more...)
- April 13, 2017
So Yeon Ryu of South Korea birdied the first playoff hole Sunday to edge a tearful Lexi Thompson for the title of the first major championship of the golf season. The error hadn't been noticed by the golf officials observing the tournament, but after two hours of discussion, Golfweek reported , they approached Thompson with the news they were giving her a four-stroke penalty . (more...)
What time, channel is Rangers-Canadiens on?
- April 13, 2017
Seconds later and Nash is again sprung free, but this time is pulled down from behind to earn a penalty shot. Indeed, the only sure thing entering the 2017 postseason is that every team has warts, albeit some more than others. During his previous stints in Washington and Anaheim, the scouting report on Boudreau was simple. And the dry spell peaked last season when none of the Canadian clubs were even able to advance to the playoffs. (more...)
- April 13, 2017
Seconds later and Nash is again sprung free, but this time is pulled down from behind to earn a penalty shot. Indeed, the only sure thing entering the 2017 postseason is that every team has warts, albeit some more than others. During his previous stints in Washington and Anaheim, the scouting report on Boudreau was simple. And the dry spell peaked last season when none of the Canadian clubs were even able to advance to the playoffs. (more...)
Barcelona has another mountain to climb after losing 1st leg
- April 13, 2017
Enrique was left frustrated by the similarity between Barca's poor start on Tuesday and their first-leg result in the previous round, when they lost 4-0 to Paris Saint-Germain on February 14. "We are again living a nightmare". The match pitted Chiellini against Barcelona forward Luis Suarez for the first time since the infamous incident at the 2014 World Cup when the Uruguayan bit the Italian defender. (more...)
- April 13, 2017
Enrique was left frustrated by the similarity between Barca's poor start on Tuesday and their first-leg result in the previous round, when they lost 4-0 to Paris Saint-Germain on February 14. "We are again living a nightmare". The match pitted Chiellini against Barcelona forward Luis Suarez for the first time since the infamous incident at the 2014 World Cup when the Uruguayan bit the Italian defender. (more...)
CONCACAF Joint Bid Launched for 2026 World Cup
- April 13, 2017
The proposal would be for the United States of America to host 60 matches, while Canada and Mexico will host 10 games each. Asked on Monday about the potential impact of President Trump's policies, Gulati said: "We have very specifically addressed this with the president". (more...)
- April 13, 2017
The proposal would be for the United States of America to host 60 matches, while Canada and Mexico will host 10 games each. Asked on Monday about the potential impact of President Trump's policies, Gulati said: "We have very specifically addressed this with the president". (more...)
Crystal Palace shocks Chelsea to continue its climb to safety under Allardyce
- April 13, 2017
Zaha's recent form, including a goal in Palace's shock 2-1 victory over Chelsea, suggests England could now rue allowing the 24-year-old to slip through their net of available players. They remain huge favourites for the title, though, and Conte knows his team certainly deserve to lift the trophy after the season they've had. You have to learn from these situations and try to win the next game. (more...)
- April 13, 2017
Zaha's recent form, including a goal in Palace's shock 2-1 victory over Chelsea, suggests England could now rue allowing the 24-year-old to slip through their net of available players. They remain huge favourites for the title, though, and Conte knows his team certainly deserve to lift the trophy after the season they've had. You have to learn from these situations and try to win the next game. (more...)
Dortmund bus attack: 1 detained, 'terrorist involvement' suspected
- April 13, 2017
German police have detained an "Islamist" suspect over three explosions that struck the Borussia Dortmund soccer team bus, prosecutors said on Wednesday, confirming that the investigation was examining a possible "terrorist link". European soccer's governing body, UEFA, said there had been no specific intelligence regarding any threat to any of Wednesday's Champions League fixtures, which also include a match in Spain between Atletico Madrid and England's Leicester City. (more...)
- April 13, 2017
German police have detained an "Islamist" suspect over three explosions that struck the Borussia Dortmund soccer team bus, prosecutors said on Wednesday, confirming that the investigation was examining a possible "terrorist link". European soccer's governing body, UEFA, said there had been no specific intelligence regarding any threat to any of Wednesday's Champions League fixtures, which also include a match in Spain between Atletico Madrid and England's Leicester City. (more...)
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