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North Korea missile test: Latest launch 'blew up nearly immediately'
- April 16, 2017
Hawaii time April 15. The official said the missile blew up so quickly there is limited data. The military is still determining the missile type; however, initial reports suggest it was likely not an ICBM. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un waves to people attending the military parade on Saturday. The White House has said Trump has put the North "on notice". (more...)
- April 16, 2017
Hawaii time April 15. The official said the missile blew up so quickly there is limited data. The military is still determining the missile type; however, initial reports suggest it was likely not an ICBM. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un waves to people attending the military parade on Saturday. The White House has said Trump has put the North "on notice". (more...)
Britton, O's hand Blue Jays worst start ever; Donaldson hurt
- April 16, 2017
Presidents change and lawmakers come and go, but The Washington Times is always here, and FREE online. Dylan Bundy gets the call in the series finale, and is 1-1 with a 2.70 ERA and 11 strikeouts this season. After Jake Marisnick's infield single, Springer homered to left for an 8-5 edge. Gibbons tweaked his battling lineup slightly, hoping that inserting Ezequiel Carrera into the leadoff spot might spark some offence. (more...)
- April 16, 2017
Presidents change and lawmakers come and go, but The Washington Times is always here, and FREE online. Dylan Bundy gets the call in the series finale, and is 1-1 with a 2.70 ERA and 11 strikeouts this season. After Jake Marisnick's infield single, Springer homered to left for an 8-5 edge. Gibbons tweaked his battling lineup slightly, hoping that inserting Ezequiel Carrera into the leadoff spot might spark some offence. (more...)
Miami Heat escape with Game 1 victory
- April 16, 2017
CLEVELAND - The curtain came up on the Cleveland Cavaliers' title defense, and Cleveland showed more flashes of the team that lifted the Larry O'Brien Trophy last June than the one that limped toward the finish line to close the regular season this month. (more...)
- April 16, 2017
CLEVELAND - The curtain came up on the Cleveland Cavaliers' title defense, and Cleveland showed more flashes of the team that lifted the Larry O'Brien Trophy last June than the one that limped toward the finish line to close the regular season this month. (more...)
Tampa Bay Rays at New York Yankees game preview
- April 16, 2017
Then he bounced the easy throw to first, which made it worse as Weeks turned to chase it and collided - National Football League style - with Garder, both ending up on the ground in pain and then out of the game. Pineda started 15 of his first 18 batters with strikes and didn't fall behind 2-0 in a count until the sixth inning. Gardner crawled to touch first before rolling onto his back, and Weeks remained prone on his chest. (more...)
- April 16, 2017
Then he bounced the easy throw to first, which made it worse as Weeks turned to chase it and collided - National Football League style - with Garder, both ending up on the ground in pain and then out of the game. Pineda started 15 of his first 18 batters with strikes and didn't fall behind 2-0 in a count until the sixth inning. Gardner crawled to touch first before rolling onto his back, and Weeks remained prone on his chest. (more...)
Ronaldo: People who love me never have any doubts
- April 16, 2017
Bayern was dealt a blow with a half-hour to play when Javi Martínez was sent off with two yellow cards within three minutes for fouls on Ronaldo. Ronaldo reached his milestone by slotting home the victor 13 minutes from time. Vesga was the architect of his side's first home goal against Real Madrid since October 1994, scooping a wonderful pass over the visitors' defence and Cop followed the flight of the ball expertly before dispatching a left-footed volley beyond Kiko Casilla. (more...)
- April 16, 2017
Bayern was dealt a blow with a half-hour to play when Javi Martínez was sent off with two yellow cards within three minutes for fouls on Ronaldo. Ronaldo reached his milestone by slotting home the victor 13 minutes from time. Vesga was the architect of his side's first home goal against Real Madrid since October 1994, scooping a wonderful pass over the visitors' defence and Cop followed the flight of the ball expertly before dispatching a left-footed volley beyond Kiko Casilla. (more...)
Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata set to miss remaining season
- April 16, 2017
Meanwhile, United have to go all out for the win as they are six points off the top four, with two games in hand. "We have a very good record, unbeaten in so many games, but I would prefer to be first in the league like Chelsea and not have this record". (more...)
- April 16, 2017
Meanwhile, United have to go all out for the win as they are six points off the top four, with two games in hand. "We have a very good record, unbeaten in so many games, but I would prefer to be first in the league like Chelsea and not have this record". (more...)
Indongo dominates, unifies 140-pound belts
- April 16, 2017
RICKY BURNS' dream of a multi-million dollar Las Vegas superfight died at the SSE Hydro last night. The man from Namibia looked to be running out of steam which made it easier for Burns to connect and the seventh was his best round with a couple of good combinations no doubt impressing the judges. (more...)
- April 16, 2017
RICKY BURNS' dream of a multi-million dollar Las Vegas superfight died at the SSE Hydro last night. The man from Namibia looked to be running out of steam which made it easier for Burns to connect and the seventh was his best round with a couple of good combinations no doubt impressing the judges. (more...)
Manchester United v Chelsea in numbers
- April 16, 2017
So the Red Devils are being backed significantly to win this one. United have won the EFL Cup in a season that started with Community Shield success, but there remains a chance they could fall short in their quest for Champions League qualification. (more...)
- April 16, 2017
So the Red Devils are being backed significantly to win this one. United have won the EFL Cup in a season that started with Community Shield success, but there remains a chance they could fall short in their quest for Champions League qualification. (more...)
Spurs relishing chase of Chelsea
- April 16, 2017
Watford held out for 30 minutes against a vastly superior side but were ultimately unable to halt the Tottenham juggernaut as the quality and experience of Pochettino's players shone through. "If you don't show a strong mentality in 24, 25 players then you will not be able to rotate and give opportunities to others and they don't feel like an important part of the project, then it is so hard to win titles". (more...)
- April 16, 2017
Watford held out for 30 minutes against a vastly superior side but were ultimately unable to halt the Tottenham juggernaut as the quality and experience of Pochettino's players shone through. "If you don't show a strong mentality in 24, 25 players then you will not be able to rotate and give opportunities to others and they don't feel like an important part of the project, then it is so hard to win titles". (more...)
Umpire stretchered off in O's-Jays game
- April 16, 2017
Manager John Gibbons confirmed that it is essentially the same injury that's caused this DL stint and after sleeping on it, the decision was made to sit the 31-year-old down for some extended rest. It's the first time the Blue Jays have dropped seven straight in the month of April. Plate umpire Dale Scott sustained a concussion when he was hit in the mask by a foul tip during a game between Baltimore and Toronto on Friday night. (more...)
- April 16, 2017
Manager John Gibbons confirmed that it is essentially the same injury that's caused this DL stint and after sleeping on it, the decision was made to sit the 31-year-old down for some extended rest. It's the first time the Blue Jays have dropped seven straight in the month of April. Plate umpire Dale Scott sustained a concussion when he was hit in the mask by a foul tip during a game between Baltimore and Toronto on Friday night. (more...)
Highlights of Saturday's NHL games
- April 16, 2017
By that, Quenneville means the Hawks need to make life more hard for Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne by creating more of a net-front presence and fighting through a defense that did a commendable job of keeping the Hawks on the perimeter in Game 1. (more...)
- April 16, 2017
By that, Quenneville means the Hawks need to make life more hard for Predators goaltender Pekka Rinne by creating more of a net-front presence and fighting through a defense that did a commendable job of keeping the Hawks on the perimeter in Game 1. (more...)
Sergio Garcia gets the Major monkey off his back
- April 16, 2017
The 37-year-old held off a challenge from Englishman Justin Rose on the first play-off hole at last week's Masters to win his first major at the 74th attempt. There's a lot of pressure out there and if you're not willing to enjoy it, then you're not ready to win these tournaments. Both men played the flawless hole up until the green where Rose missed a seven-foot birdie putt to hand Garcia his chance, but he rolled a shorter - but arguably more testing putt - wide of the hole and they ... (more...)
- April 16, 2017
The 37-year-old held off a challenge from Englishman Justin Rose on the first play-off hole at last week's Masters to win his first major at the 74th attempt. There's a lot of pressure out there and if you're not willing to enjoy it, then you're not ready to win these tournaments. Both men played the flawless hole up until the green where Rose missed a seven-foot birdie putt to hand Garcia his chance, but he rolled a shorter - but arguably more testing putt - wide of the hole and they ... (more...)
Griezmann scores from spot as Atletico beats Leicester 1-0
- April 16, 2017
You can't guess on those ones. "It was a definite foul but it was outside the box". "But we know we still have a challenge ahead against a very good team". But the Foxes are still very much in the hunt for a place in the last four. Griezmann sent Leicester keeper Kasper Schmeichel the wrong way from the spot after 28 minutes although the hosts could not add to their advantage in the remainder of the encounter and Fernando Torres missed a good chance to double the lead. (more...)
- April 16, 2017
You can't guess on those ones. "It was a definite foul but it was outside the box". "But we know we still have a challenge ahead against a very good team". But the Foxes are still very much in the hunt for a place in the last four. Griezmann sent Leicester keeper Kasper Schmeichel the wrong way from the spot after 28 minutes although the hosts could not add to their advantage in the remainder of the encounter and Fernando Torres missed a good chance to double the lead. (more...)
Leafs head home with thrilling double OT win
- April 16, 2017
We just have to play our way to get success ". Washington tied it with 7:21 left in regulation. "Is it a must-win [tonight]? We expect a long series every time we come into one and this one is certainly no different and it's going to be a grind". (more...)
- April 16, 2017
We just have to play our way to get success ". Washington tied it with 7:21 left in regulation. "Is it a must-win [tonight]? We expect a long series every time we come into one and this one is certainly no different and it's going to be a grind". (more...)
Messi nets 2 as Barca rebounds before Juve and Madrid games
- April 16, 2017
A much-changed Madrid side snatched victory at El Molinon thanks to Isco's two goals , which included a 90th-minute victor, to stretch their lead over Barcelona before the Catalans closed the gap back down to three points at the Nou Camp. (more...)
- April 16, 2017
A much-changed Madrid side snatched victory at El Molinon thanks to Isco's two goals , which included a 90th-minute victor, to stretch their lead over Barcelona before the Catalans closed the gap back down to three points at the Nou Camp. (more...)
Jazz lose Gobert early in playoff opener
- April 16, 2017
How many of you saw that coming? Jamal Crawford is one of the 10 worst defenders in the National Basketball Association. Johnson drove through the key, then flipped up a shot that bounced around on the rim and went in as the buzzer sounded. (more...)
- April 16, 2017
How many of you saw that coming? Jamal Crawford is one of the 10 worst defenders in the National Basketball Association. Johnson drove through the key, then flipped up a shot that bounced around on the rim and went in as the buzzer sounded. (more...)
Tony Romo's one-game stint with Mavericks creating huge buzz
- April 16, 2017
Back in 2015, Rodgers offered up admiration for Romo's game before their playoff showdown. The 37-year-old came out for warmups and not only made his lay ups, but he drained a 20-foot jumper in the face of Devin Harris . Butler starred at Racine Park High School, averaging 24 points and 11 rebounds before moving on to UConn and a 14-year National Basketball Association career with nine teams. (more...)
- April 16, 2017
Back in 2015, Rodgers offered up admiration for Romo's game before their playoff showdown. The 37-year-old came out for warmups and not only made his lay ups, but he drained a 20-foot jumper in the face of Devin Harris . Butler starred at Racine Park High School, averaging 24 points and 11 rebounds before moving on to UConn and a 14-year National Basketball Association career with nine teams. (more...)
Boston Bruins Set The Tone In Game One In Ottawa
- April 16, 2017
Tuukka Rask in his return to the postseason was very impressive, posting a.963 in SV% on 27 shots. Cassidy took over the Bruins on February 7 when they fired Claude Julien- the winningest coach in franchise history, and the man who led the team to two Stanley Cup finals, including the 2011 championship. (more...)
- April 16, 2017
Tuukka Rask in his return to the postseason was very impressive, posting a.963 in SV% on 27 shots. Cassidy took over the Bruins on February 7 when they fired Claude Julien- the winningest coach in franchise history, and the man who led the team to two Stanley Cup finals, including the 2011 championship. (more...)
Longoria breaks up Pineda's perfect-game bid in 7th
- April 16, 2017
According to CBS Sports , New York's Aaron Judge hit a game tying home run , and Starlin Castro's RBI single helped spark a four-run ninth inning for the Yankees as they completed their 7-3 comeback victory against the Baltimore Orioles . (more...)
- April 16, 2017
According to CBS Sports , New York's Aaron Judge hit a game tying home run , and Starlin Castro's RBI single helped spark a four-run ninth inning for the Yankees as they completed their 7-3 comeback victory against the Baltimore Orioles . (more...)
Schlupp plays for Crystal Palace exciting draw with Leicester City, Amartey benched
- April 16, 2017
Leicester: Kasper Schmeichel 6, Danny Simpson 5, Robert Huth 7, Yohan Benalouane 6, Christian Fuchs 7, Marc Albrighton 6, Andy King 6, Wilfred Ndidi 6, Riyad Mahrez 8, Jamie Vardy 8, Leonardo Ulloa 6. "We then fell foul to the sucker punch of counter-attacking football, which Leicester are really good at". Palace's best chance of the half came courtesy of Christian Benteke, who was able to outmuscle Danny Simpson to get on the end of a Joel Ward cross and force a save from Kasper ... (more...)
- April 16, 2017
Leicester: Kasper Schmeichel 6, Danny Simpson 5, Robert Huth 7, Yohan Benalouane 6, Christian Fuchs 7, Marc Albrighton 6, Andy King 6, Wilfred Ndidi 6, Riyad Mahrez 8, Jamie Vardy 8, Leonardo Ulloa 6. "We then fell foul to the sucker punch of counter-attacking football, which Leicester are really good at". Palace's best chance of the half came courtesy of Christian Benteke, who was able to outmuscle Danny Simpson to get on the end of a Joel Ward cross and force a save from Kasper ... (more...)
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