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NHL Three Stars: Ducks finally win; Nashville rolls over St. Louis
- May 01, 2017
ET). "It is better to be up 3-0 but ultimately (the Ducks) are a great team", Connor McDavid, the Oilers captain, said. "It's a long series", McDavid said. Unfortunately the Oilers got a generous bounce in the last minute of the period. Then Maroon deflected a deflection by Ryan Nugent-Hopkins with 39 seconds left to start the Oilers on the way to a comeback. (more...)
- May 01, 2017
ET). "It is better to be up 3-0 but ultimately (the Ducks) are a great team", Connor McDavid, the Oilers captain, said. "It's a long series", McDavid said. Unfortunately the Oilers got a generous bounce in the last minute of the period. Then Maroon deflected a deflection by Ryan Nugent-Hopkins with 39 seconds left to start the Oilers on the way to a comeback. (more...)
Chicago Bears pick Mentor's Mitch Trubisky at No. 2
- May 01, 2017
Chicago traded picks with the 49ers to move up and select North Carolina quarterback Mitch Trubisky at No. 2 overall. He did not specify the teams but the Chiefs and Cardinals also traded up to draft quarterbacks Thursday. What we do know is that Pace is either going to be the hero of heroes in Chicago or he's not going to be allowed to step foot in this city. After three years, every year you have convictions on players and everyone kind of keeps track of that. (more...)
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- May 01, 2017
Chicago traded picks with the 49ers to move up and select North Carolina quarterback Mitch Trubisky at No. 2 overall. He did not specify the teams but the Chiefs and Cardinals also traded up to draft quarterbacks Thursday. What we do know is that Pace is either going to be the hero of heroes in Chicago or he's not going to be allowed to step foot in this city. After three years, every year you have convictions on players and everyone kind of keeps track of that. (more...)
Bautista exacts revenge after Archer throws behind Blue Jays slugger
- May 01, 2017
The 2016 AL ERA leader headed straight to the clubhouse after retiring the Rays in the first. He threw a bullpen session Friday, his first without a bandage on his finger, and reported no problems. "I would expect that there's got to be some sort of suspension", Gibbons said. Bautista admitted he wasn't sure about Archer's intent. Now, if the umpire had not issued a warning, okay maybe he didn't think something was wrong. (more...)
- May 01, 2017
The 2016 AL ERA leader headed straight to the clubhouse after retiring the Rays in the first. He threw a bullpen session Friday, his first without a bandage on his finger, and reported no problems. "I would expect that there's got to be some sort of suspension", Gibbons said. Bautista admitted he wasn't sure about Archer's intent. Now, if the umpire had not issued a warning, okay maybe he didn't think something was wrong. (more...)
Adam Booth Reacts To Anthony Joshua Stopping Klitschko
- May 01, 2017
Adding the WBA belt to his IBF title, the 27-year-old overcame his biggest threat and will become even more of a target for his rivals. "I love fighting. It was Klitschko's first stoppage defeat since Lamon Brewster beat him in 2004 and leaves his record at 64 wins and five defeats. Joshua weighed in at 250.1 pounds, while Klitschko weighed in at 240.5 pounds. (more...)
- May 01, 2017
Adding the WBA belt to his IBF title, the 27-year-old overcame his biggest threat and will become even more of a target for his rivals. "I love fighting. It was Klitschko's first stoppage defeat since Lamon Brewster beat him in 2004 and leaves his record at 64 wins and five defeats. Joshua weighed in at 250.1 pounds, while Klitschko weighed in at 240.5 pounds. (more...)
Anthony Joshua bans his mum from attending Wladimir Klitschko Wembley showdown
- May 01, 2017
It seems Joshua is leaving no stone unturned in his preparations for the biggest fight of his career to date, a heavyweight showdown with Wladimir Klitschko . Watch Anthony Joshua vs Wladimir Klitschko at Wembley Stadium on April 29, live on Sky Sports Box Office . Even if he is too old, which I think he is, he's in a good place mentally and that's a unsafe fighter. (more...)
- May 01, 2017
It seems Joshua is leaving no stone unturned in his preparations for the biggest fight of his career to date, a heavyweight showdown with Wladimir Klitschko . Watch Anthony Joshua vs Wladimir Klitschko at Wembley Stadium on April 29, live on Sky Sports Box Office . Even if he is too old, which I think he is, he's in a good place mentally and that's a unsafe fighter. (more...)
Jazz flatten Clippers 104-91, win 1st-round series 4-3
- May 01, 2017
The Clippers ability to effectively defend Johnson, which included more effective double teams, contributed to the Clippers ability to take Game 6 in Utah. This time , the Jazz didn't need the big-shot heroics of Joe Johnson or the presence of Rudy Gobert. As he shouldered the scoring load for much of the series, Paul accepted blame for the Clippers falling short. (more...)
- May 01, 2017
The Clippers ability to effectively defend Johnson, which included more effective double teams, contributed to the Clippers ability to take Game 6 in Utah. This time , the Jazz didn't need the big-shot heroics of Joe Johnson or the presence of Rudy Gobert. As he shouldered the scoring load for much of the series, Paul accepted blame for the Clippers falling short. (more...)
Oilers' Talbot receiving deserved attention with post-season performances
- May 01, 2017
Still, I can't see Anaheim falling down 3-0 in this series so I have to take the road underdogs in this one. The loss was the first in the playoffs for the Predators this season and left the second-round series tied at one game apiece heading into Game 3 on Sunday in Nashville. (more...)
- May 01, 2017
Still, I can't see Anaheim falling down 3-0 in this series so I have to take the road underdogs in this one. The loss was the first in the playoffs for the Predators this season and left the second-round series tied at one game apiece heading into Game 3 on Sunday in Nashville. (more...)
AFC North draft report: Steelers build up the outside
- May 01, 2017
Watt was the first Badger selected in this year's NFL Draft. T.J. Watt has a lot of upside and is a very good pick this late in the draft. T.J., like his brother J.J., has an incredible motor. He came to Utah as a big, athletic wide receiver. While Landry Jones remains the top backup, expect Dobbs to make a run at third-stringer Zach Mettenberger and - who knows - maybe even be "the guy" after Roethlisberger decides enough is enough. (more...)
- May 01, 2017
Watt was the first Badger selected in this year's NFL Draft. T.J. Watt has a lot of upside and is a very good pick this late in the draft. T.J., like his brother J.J., has an incredible motor. He came to Utah as a big, athletic wide receiver. While Landry Jones remains the top backup, expect Dobbs to make a run at third-stringer Zach Mettenberger and - who knows - maybe even be "the guy" after Roethlisberger decides enough is enough. (more...)
Nationals confirm CF Adam Eaton has torn ACL
- May 01, 2017
The team had placed Eaton on the 10-day disabled list earlier Saturday with what was initially diagnosed as a knee strain. No surgery has been scheduled, Rizzo told reporters, adding that he expects Eaton to miss six to nine months. "I saw him point obstruction, and then he gave some jive explanation that really didn't make sense to me", Baker said of second base umpire Angel Hernandez. (more...)
- May 01, 2017
The team had placed Eaton on the 10-day disabled list earlier Saturday with what was initially diagnosed as a knee strain. No surgery has been scheduled, Rizzo told reporters, adding that he expects Eaton to miss six to nine months. "I saw him point obstruction, and then he gave some jive explanation that really didn't make sense to me", Baker said of second base umpire Angel Hernandez. (more...)
Chinese snooker world watches idol Ding with high hopes
- May 01, 2017
There is no mistaking Higgins' place among snooker's elite, and he would go second only to fellow Scot Stephen Hendry on the all-time list of ranking event winners should he lift the trophy on Monday. Griffiths, the 1979 world champion, is also working with Ding, whose semi-final against Selby was set to resume in the afternoon. There was a moment of controversy in the ninth frame of their clash when Hawkins twice fouled when attempting a precise safety escape before sinking a tough red with ... (more...)
- May 01, 2017
There is no mistaking Higgins' place among snooker's elite, and he would go second only to fellow Scot Stephen Hendry on the all-time list of ranking event winners should he lift the trophy on Monday. Griffiths, the 1979 world champion, is also working with Ding, whose semi-final against Selby was set to resume in the afternoon. There was a moment of controversy in the ninth frame of their clash when Hawkins twice fouled when attempting a precise safety escape before sinking a tough red with ... (more...)
Sebastian Vettel wins his second Grand Prix of 2017 in Bahrain
- May 01, 2017
After the race, Hamilton apologised to the team for the incident and in his post-race media debrief revealed his frustration at the way the Bahrain weekend unfolded. Hamilton believes small errors are going to be the difference between winning and losing this year. I thought he might be at risk of a penalty. "We'd like to give each of them equal opportunity at the start of the race". (more...)
- May 01, 2017
After the race, Hamilton apologised to the team for the incident and in his post-race media debrief revealed his frustration at the way the Bahrain weekend unfolded. Hamilton believes small errors are going to be the difference between winning and losing this year. I thought he might be at risk of a penalty. "We'd like to give each of them equal opportunity at the start of the race". (more...)
Typical Toronto: Raptors Overcome Puzzling Struggles To Survive Bucks
- May 01, 2017
If the Toronto Raptors wanted to reach the first NBA Finals in franchise history, there was really no chance they were ever going to avoid LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers at some point in these Eastern Conference playoffs. But what the Raptors go into this series with that they didn't a year ago is first an understanding of what it takes to beat a team like the Cavs, and second a physical and emotional makeup that isn't already in tatters. (more...)
- May 01, 2017
If the Toronto Raptors wanted to reach the first NBA Finals in franchise history, there was really no chance they were ever going to avoid LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers at some point in these Eastern Conference playoffs. But what the Raptors go into this series with that they didn't a year ago is first an understanding of what it takes to beat a team like the Cavs, and second a physical and emotional makeup that isn't already in tatters. (more...)
Boro boss Steve Agnew unhappy with controversial Manchester City penalty
- May 01, 2017
In the end Jesus had to wait until late in the second half to score , as he headed home a cross from Sergio Aguero. But if Hull City defeat Sunderland at the KCOM Stadium on Saturday and Middlesbrough are unable to overcome leaders Chelsea on the Monday, it will be Championship football again at the Riverside come August. (more...)
- May 01, 2017
In the end Jesus had to wait until late in the second half to score , as he headed home a cross from Sergio Aguero. But if Hull City defeat Sunderland at the KCOM Stadium on Saturday and Middlesbrough are unable to overcome leaders Chelsea on the Monday, it will be Championship football again at the Riverside come August. (more...)
Monaco Stun Dortmund With 2 Goals In Opening 20 Minutes
- May 01, 2017
Monaco earned a place in the final four with another great display of attacking football on Wednesday as they defeated Borussia Dortmund 3-1. Teenage sensation Kylian Mbappe, skipper Radamel Falcao and substitute Valere Germain got their goals with Marco Reus netting for Dortmund on a memorable night for the hosts. (more...)
- May 01, 2017
Monaco earned a place in the final four with another great display of attacking football on Wednesday as they defeated Borussia Dortmund 3-1. Teenage sensation Kylian Mbappe, skipper Radamel Falcao and substitute Valere Germain got their goals with Marco Reus netting for Dortmund on a memorable night for the hosts. (more...)
New Jersey Devils get top pick in draft
- April 30, 2017
The New Jersey Devils won the draft lottery and will pick first while the Philadelphia Flyers have the second pick after making a major jump. The Flyers will select second, followed by the Stars, Avalanche and Canucks. Even though he missed most of this season due to injuries, I would expect him to crack an National Hockey League lineup right away, especially since he plays a solid two-way game. (more...)
- April 30, 2017
The New Jersey Devils won the draft lottery and will pick first while the Philadelphia Flyers have the second pick after making a major jump. The Flyers will select second, followed by the Stars, Avalanche and Canucks. Even though he missed most of this season due to injuries, I would expect him to crack an National Hockey League lineup right away, especially since he plays a solid two-way game. (more...)
Lennox Lewis On Anthony Joshua Not Wanting To Fight In USA
- April 30, 2017
But Joshua is yet to become a force on the other side of the pond, despite winning all 18 of his professional contests in emphatic fashion. Tyson Fury's uncle and trainer, Peter Fury says Anthony Joshua lacks the skill and experience on a world level to beat former heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko. (more...)
- April 30, 2017
But Joshua is yet to become a force on the other side of the pond, despite winning all 18 of his professional contests in emphatic fashion. Tyson Fury's uncle and trainer, Peter Fury says Anthony Joshua lacks the skill and experience on a world level to beat former heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko. (more...)
NBA Yesterday | Raptors and Spurs move on with Game 6 wins
- April 30, 2017
And the Bucks continued their furious comeback for most of the fourth quarter. The Raptors led 71-46 in the third quarter and appeared in control. But he was largely a one-man-band, playing an astounding 47 minutes, clearly exhausted in the fourth quarter. (more...)
- April 30, 2017
And the Bucks continued their furious comeback for most of the fourth quarter. The Raptors led 71-46 in the third quarter and appeared in control. But he was largely a one-man-band, playing an astounding 47 minutes, clearly exhausted in the fourth quarter. (more...)
Blues likely to get Stastny back, Lehtera in possible
- April 30, 2017
That's as candid an assessment as we're bound to get. The Blues, who lead the best-of-7 series 3-1, have a second chance to close out the series after the Wild remained alive with a 2-0 win in Game 4. Maybe that was a little more confidence to our side, because they had to chase the game". "Lucky they had a guy there". N.Y. Rangers 3, Montreal 1: Mats Zuccarello scored twice in the second period and the Rangers beat the Canadiens in Game 6 in NY to advance to the Eastern Conference ... (more...)
- April 30, 2017
That's as candid an assessment as we're bound to get. The Blues, who lead the best-of-7 series 3-1, have a second chance to close out the series after the Wild remained alive with a 2-0 win in Game 4. Maybe that was a little more confidence to our side, because they had to chase the game". "Lucky they had a guy there". N.Y. Rangers 3, Montreal 1: Mats Zuccarello scored twice in the second period and the Rangers beat the Canadiens in Game 6 in NY to advance to the Eastern Conference ... (more...)
Chelsea beats Everton to close in on Premier League title
- April 30, 2017
During the match on Merseyside, Pedro scored a stunning long-range effort to open the scoring in the second half before Gary Cahill scrambled home the second 11 minutes from time. Chelsea were more purposeful at the start of the second half and they very almost made the most of that when Victor Moses dragged a good effort narrowly wide of the left-hand post following a well-worked corner. (more...)
- April 30, 2017
During the match on Merseyside, Pedro scored a stunning long-range effort to open the scoring in the second half before Gary Cahill scrambled home the second 11 minutes from time. Chelsea were more purposeful at the start of the second half and they very almost made the most of that when Victor Moses dragged a good effort narrowly wide of the left-hand post following a well-worked corner. (more...)
Golden State Warriors: role players step up in Durant's absence
- April 30, 2017
Blazers vs Warriors: The Golden State Warriors next game is scheduled to play against Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA Western Conference Playoffs First Round, Game 2 in which Warriors lead series 1-0. Elsewhere, Eric Gordon and Lou Williams caught fire in the fourth quarter as the Houston Rockets rallied for a 115-111 playoff win over the Oklahoma City Thunder, who lost despite another historic 50-point night by Russell Westbrook. (more...)
- April 30, 2017
Blazers vs Warriors: The Golden State Warriors next game is scheduled to play against Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA Western Conference Playoffs First Round, Game 2 in which Warriors lead series 1-0. Elsewhere, Eric Gordon and Lou Williams caught fire in the fourth quarter as the Houston Rockets rallied for a 115-111 playoff win over the Oklahoma City Thunder, who lost despite another historic 50-point night by Russell Westbrook. (more...)
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