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Red Sox lose night after Pedroia injured by hard slide
- April 30, 2017
With Machado up in the eighth inning and the Sox winning by six runs, Matt Barnes sailed a 90 miles per hour fastball in back of the head of the hitter. That's a mishandled situation". "He just made a bad slide". That's baseball. I get drilled, I go to first base. The dispute is the latest in a string of in-game altercations involving the Orioles third baseman. (more...)
- April 30, 2017
With Machado up in the eighth inning and the Sox winning by six runs, Matt Barnes sailed a 90 miles per hour fastball in back of the head of the hitter. That's a mishandled situation". "He just made a bad slide". That's baseball. I get drilled, I go to first base. The dispute is the latest in a string of in-game altercations involving the Orioles third baseman. (more...)
Harden near milestone as Rockets host Timberwolves
- April 30, 2017
The Thunder are now 46-34 and the sixth seed in the Western conference. That won't happen if MVP contender James Harden has any say about it. The MVP award is going to be between these two players, and it should be because of the outstanding season they have produced. (more...)
- April 30, 2017
The Thunder are now 46-34 and the sixth seed in the Western conference. That won't happen if MVP contender James Harden has any say about it. The MVP award is going to be between these two players, and it should be because of the outstanding season they have produced. (more...)
Game 5 Preview: Chicago Bulls vs. Boston Celtics
- April 30, 2017
They give me. they give me a lot of confidence, so I can't do without those guys. I've believed in trusting these guys all year long. "They believe in me and being here is what makes me feel sane and somewhat normal through these tough times". (more...)
- April 30, 2017
They give me. they give me a lot of confidence, so I can't do without those guys. I've believed in trusting these guys all year long. "They believe in me and being here is what makes me feel sane and somewhat normal through these tough times". (more...)
Raptors, Spurs advance in NBA playoffs
- April 30, 2017
But the Bucks responded with a 15-3 run to cut Toronto's lead to 74-61 heading into a nail-biting final frame. Tony Snell's inbounds pass on the ensuing possession was intercepted by DeRozan. "We have to understand what took place so we know what we have to do come Game 6". "I was extremely exhausted, but I was just motivated by my teammates and the fans, the crowd", Antetokounmpo said. (more...)
- April 30, 2017
But the Bucks responded with a 15-3 run to cut Toronto's lead to 74-61 heading into a nail-biting final frame. Tony Snell's inbounds pass on the ensuing possession was intercepted by DeRozan. "We have to understand what took place so we know what we have to do come Game 6". "I was extremely exhausted, but I was just motivated by my teammates and the fans, the crowd", Antetokounmpo said. (more...)
Sharapova's winning return ends in SF defeat to Mladenovic
- April 30, 2017
Sharapova was banned for two years after testing positive at the 2016 Australian Open for meldonium, a medication the former world number one had been taking within the rules but which was then reclassified as a banned drug. After breaking when Sharapova served for the match , Kontaveit had the chance to level, but Sharapova stepped up her game once more and took her first match point with a thumping return. (more...)
- April 30, 2017
Sharapova was banned for two years after testing positive at the 2016 Australian Open for meldonium, a medication the former world number one had been taking within the rules but which was then reclassified as a banned drug. After breaking when Sharapova served for the match , Kontaveit had the chance to level, but Sharapova stepped up her game once more and took her first match point with a thumping return. (more...)
Captain clutch: Karlsson plays hero in Senators' Game 1 win over Rangers
- April 30, 2017
Erik Karlsson continued his brilliant play during the Stanley Cup playoffs Thursday night. As Joe mentioned on Twitter after the game , the good news here is that this probably the best the Rangers will see from the Senators in this series. (more...)
- April 30, 2017
Erik Karlsson continued his brilliant play during the Stanley Cup playoffs Thursday night. As Joe mentioned on Twitter after the game , the good news here is that this probably the best the Rangers will see from the Senators in this series. (more...)
Ronaldo Beats Messi To Impressive European Milestone
- April 29, 2017
Ronaldo reached his milestone by slotting home the victor 13 minutes from time. Forward Ronaldo said it was a moment to savour. The visitors could have reaped a higher victory but Bayern custodian Neuer denied Ronaldo as well as Benzema in the closing period with superb safes. (more...)
- April 29, 2017
Ronaldo reached his milestone by slotting home the victor 13 minutes from time. Forward Ronaldo said it was a moment to savour. The visitors could have reaped a higher victory but Bayern custodian Neuer denied Ronaldo as well as Benzema in the closing period with superb safes. (more...)
Bradley, Celtics blast Bulls, advance to second round
- April 29, 2017
A Bulls victory would force the series back to Boston for a decisive Game 7 on Sunday. As a senior, he averaged 7.7 points, 4.2 assists, and 3.8 rebounds as a senior. According to Hoiberg, All-Star guard Jimmy Butler has knee soreness. The Bulls did make a couple of runs, including a 12-3 spurt that cut Boston's lead to 45-37. (more...)
- April 29, 2017
A Bulls victory would force the series back to Boston for a decisive Game 7 on Sunday. As a senior, he averaged 7.7 points, 4.2 assists, and 3.8 rebounds as a senior. According to Hoiberg, All-Star guard Jimmy Butler has knee soreness. The Bulls did make a couple of runs, including a 12-3 spurt that cut Boston's lead to 45-37. (more...)
Too much, too soon? - Lampard questions Guardiola´s demands at Man City
- April 29, 2017
And Timo Mensah, emergency like (against City) to help the team, strong legs, energy, but it's another one that we miss. Mourinho's men will look to take the first step towards that finish against Swansea this Sunday. And Lampard, who spent a season at City in the 2014-15 campaign after ending his 13-year stint at Chelsea, thinks Guardiola may have demanded too much from the squad he inherited from Manuel Pellegrini. (more...)
- April 29, 2017
And Timo Mensah, emergency like (against City) to help the team, strong legs, energy, but it's another one that we miss. Mourinho's men will look to take the first step towards that finish against Swansea this Sunday. And Lampard, who spent a season at City in the 2014-15 campaign after ending his 13-year stint at Chelsea, thinks Guardiola may have demanded too much from the squad he inherited from Manuel Pellegrini. (more...)
Day 3 dandies: Butt, Perine provide late-round draft value
- April 29, 2017
The 6-foot, 178-pound wide receiver caught 80 receptions for 1,524 receiving yards and 17 touchdowns. Westbrook (6'0/178) spent two years at OU after transferring from JUCO, stacking a 126/2,267/21 (18.0 YPR) career receiving line and finishing as a Heisman Trophy finalist in 2016. (more...)
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- April 29, 2017
The 6-foot, 178-pound wide receiver caught 80 receptions for 1,524 receiving yards and 17 touchdowns. Westbrook (6'0/178) spent two years at OU after transferring from JUCO, stacking a 126/2,267/21 (18.0 YPR) career receiving line and finishing as a Heisman Trophy finalist in 2016. (more...)
Atlanta Falcons: Focusing on Defensive Improvements
- April 29, 2017
The 82nd annual Draft begins Thursday, April 27, and runs through Saturday, April 29. He attended the ceremony with his mother, to whom he attributes his success . "She meant everything to me and that promise meant everything to me", McKinley said . Similar to Deion Jones (2016, second round), Riley is another space linebacker who should help provide the Falcons with more range and versatility at the second level of their defense. (more...)
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- April 29, 2017
The 82nd annual Draft begins Thursday, April 27, and runs through Saturday, April 29. He attended the ceremony with his mother, to whom he attributes his success . "She meant everything to me and that promise meant everything to me", McKinley said . Similar to Deion Jones (2016, second round), Riley is another space linebacker who should help provide the Falcons with more range and versatility at the second level of their defense. (more...)
Tottenham to play EPL home games at Wembley Stadium next season
- April 29, 2017
It has been a painful wait for Tottenham's fans, who have watched their team miss numerous opportunities to finish above Arsenal . A change in system to a back three seems to be working for the Gunners after recent wins over Middlesbrough and Man City but Wenger returned to a back four against Leicester last Wednesday and it proved to be another masterstroke by the Frenchman, though they struggled against a stubborn Leicester . (more...)
- April 29, 2017
It has been a painful wait for Tottenham's fans, who have watched their team miss numerous opportunities to finish above Arsenal . A change in system to a back three seems to be working for the Gunners after recent wins over Middlesbrough and Man City but Wenger returned to a back four against Leicester last Wednesday and it proved to be another masterstroke by the Frenchman, though they struggled against a stubborn Leicester . (more...)
London game restarted in empty stadium after fans forced out
- April 29, 2017
Colchester beat relegated Leyton Orient 3-1 in freaky circumstances, with the last five minutes played out in front of an empty stadium after an earlier announcement said the game had been abandoned. Fans also chanted against the English Football League for allowing Becchetti to pass their owners and directors test. Orient have been relegated from the Football League for the first time in 112 years and have suffered two relegations in three years under owner Francesco Becchetti. (more...)
- April 29, 2017
Colchester beat relegated Leyton Orient 3-1 in freaky circumstances, with the last five minutes played out in front of an empty stadium after an earlier announcement said the game had been abandoned. Fans also chanted against the English Football League for allowing Becchetti to pass their owners and directors test. Orient have been relegated from the Football League for the first time in 112 years and have suffered two relegations in three years under owner Francesco Becchetti. (more...)
Capitals defenseman Karl Alzner will miss Game 4 against Maple Leafs
- April 29, 2017
Schmidt said he would just go about his normal game-day routine and that he expected to find out if he was playing as soon as he got back to the rink Monday afternoon. ( At) Nashville 3, Chicago 2, OT: Kevin Fiala scored on a backhander 16:44 into overtime, and the Predators rallied from a 2-0 deficit in the third period to push the Blackhawks to the brink of elimination in Game 3 of the first-round series. (more...)
- April 29, 2017
Schmidt said he would just go about his normal game-day routine and that he expected to find out if he was playing as soon as he got back to the rink Monday afternoon. ( At) Nashville 3, Chicago 2, OT: Kevin Fiala scored on a backhander 16:44 into overtime, and the Predators rallied from a 2-0 deficit in the third period to push the Blackhawks to the brink of elimination in Game 3 of the first-round series. (more...)
Manchester derby is all about points not coaches
- April 29, 2017
When asked if Pogba and midfielder Ander Herrera were fit for the derby, Mourinho said, "Paul, no. Herrera, yes". Jose Mourinho says he "doesn't know" and "doesn't care" whether Zlatan Ibrahimovic has a future at Manchester United, and that he is only interested in the striker's recovery from knee surgery. (more...)
- April 29, 2017
When asked if Pogba and midfielder Ander Herrera were fit for the derby, Mourinho said, "Paul, no. Herrera, yes". Jose Mourinho says he "doesn't know" and "doesn't care" whether Zlatan Ibrahimovic has a future at Manchester United, and that he is only interested in the striker's recovery from knee surgery. (more...)
Raptors use balanced scoring to overwhelm Bucks in game 5
- April 29, 2017
And Toronto was up 102-85, heading towards victory. When the dust settled, Middleton got a personal foul and Valanciunas and Monroe each got technicals. "We can't get too high", Carroll said. "When I'm called upon, I'm ready". DeMar DeRozan , the teammate who knows Lowry best, refuses to waste his breath discussing any potential health issue with Lowry. (more...)
- April 29, 2017
And Toronto was up 102-85, heading towards victory. When the dust settled, Middleton got a personal foul and Valanciunas and Monroe each got technicals. "We can't get too high", Carroll said. "When I'm called upon, I'm ready". DeMar DeRozan , the teammate who knows Lowry best, refuses to waste his breath discussing any potential health issue with Lowry. (more...)
Philadelphia drafts Derek Barnett with No. 14 pick
- April 29, 2017
Philadelphia Eagles' fans cheer after Tennessee's Derek Barnett was selected by the Eagles during the first round of the 2017 NFL football draft, Thursday, April 27, 2017, in Philadelphia . "We don't know that timetable, and to be fair, we just want to make sure that he's healthy and ready to go", said Roseman. What are your thoughts on him and is a fit for the Eagles? Billy: I think they can go either way. (more...)
- April 29, 2017
Philadelphia Eagles' fans cheer after Tennessee's Derek Barnett was selected by the Eagles during the first round of the 2017 NFL football draft, Thursday, April 27, 2017, in Philadelphia . "We don't know that timetable, and to be fair, we just want to make sure that he's healthy and ready to go", said Roseman. What are your thoughts on him and is a fit for the Eagles? Billy: I think they can go either way. (more...)
Smooth Sharapova cruises into Stuttgart semis
- April 29, 2017
The 23-year-old world number 18 stood her ground when she found herself 0-40 in the next game, moving to 5-2, but a disastrous service game allowed the Russian briefly to come back before Mladenovic completed a memorable win to reach her first Stuttgart final with another break. (more...)
- April 29, 2017
The 23-year-old world number 18 stood her ground when she found herself 0-40 in the next game, moving to 5-2, but a disastrous service game allowed the Russian briefly to come back before Mladenovic completed a memorable win to reach her first Stuttgart final with another break. (more...)
NFL's wild opening round could yield more surprises on Day 2
- April 29, 2017
Only the first 32 picks of the seven-round draft were made on Thursday and London-born safety Melifonwu, who moved to America aged three and has relatives from the capital there with him watching this event, was not among those picked. Davis is the FBS career leader in receiving yards with 5,285 and was a key to the Broncos' turnaround last season. In fact, the most ideal situation may now be in Kansas City, which already has two-time Pro Bowler Alex Smith entrenched as the starting ... (more...)
- April 29, 2017
Only the first 32 picks of the seven-round draft were made on Thursday and London-born safety Melifonwu, who moved to America aged three and has relatives from the capital there with him watching this event, was not among those picked. Davis is the FBS career leader in receiving yards with 5,285 and was a key to the Broncos' turnaround last season. In fact, the most ideal situation may now be in Kansas City, which already has two-time Pro Bowler Alex Smith entrenched as the starting ... (more...)
Raptors beat Bucks in six games to advance
- April 29, 2017
Tony Parker added 27 points after shooting 78.6 per cent from the field (11-of-14) - the best the veteran guard has ever shot in a postseason game. MILWAUKEE (AP) - DeMar DeRozan scored 32 points and Toronto squandered a 25-point lead late in the third quarter before holding on to beat Milwaukee and win the first-round playoff series in six games. (more...)
- April 29, 2017
Tony Parker added 27 points after shooting 78.6 per cent from the field (11-of-14) - the best the veteran guard has ever shot in a postseason game. MILWAUKEE (AP) - DeMar DeRozan scored 32 points and Toronto squandered a 25-point lead late in the third quarter before holding on to beat Milwaukee and win the first-round playoff series in six games. (more...)
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