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Wizards forward Oubre ejected for bowling over Olynyk
- May 05, 2017
Wizards forward Kelly Oubre Jr. has been ejected from Game 3 against the Boston Celtics for charging at Kelly Olynyk and knocking him over. Washington improved to 4-0 at home in the playoffs. "If he's not right or he can't play, we're going to have a tough time staying with the big boys", Popovich told The Associated Press in a late March interview. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
Wizards forward Kelly Oubre Jr. has been ejected from Game 3 against the Boston Celtics for charging at Kelly Olynyk and knocking him over. Washington improved to 4-0 at home in the playoffs. "If he's not right or he can't play, we're going to have a tough time staying with the big boys", Popovich told The Associated Press in a late March interview. (more...)
Nashville Tops St. Louis
- May 05, 2017
Ellis has a seven-game point streak, including a goal in three straight games against the Blues . The Minnesota Wild were initially considered a major threat to the St. I wish I could say the Blues' lack of discipline was their biggest problem Sunday afternoon at Bridgestone Arena. The Predators now lead the series 2-1 after a 3-1 victory Sunday afternoon in Nashville . (more...)
- May 05, 2017
Ellis has a seven-game point streak, including a goal in three straight games against the Blues . The Minnesota Wild were initially considered a major threat to the St. I wish I could say the Blues' lack of discipline was their biggest problem Sunday afternoon at Bridgestone Arena. The Predators now lead the series 2-1 after a 3-1 victory Sunday afternoon in Nashville . (more...)
Champions trophy: People are petrified of the England side, says Sam Billings
- May 05, 2017
Morgan, England's one-day skipper, said: "A big part of our progression is playing in some of the world's best tournaments". Dublin-born Morgan for one had no qualms about handing Billings the gloves for both Friday s match and Sunday s clash at Lord s. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
Morgan, England's one-day skipper, said: "A big part of our progression is playing in some of the world's best tournaments". Dublin-born Morgan for one had no qualms about handing Billings the gloves for both Friday s match and Sunday s clash at Lord s. (more...)
Klopp relishing positive pressure ahead of Saints clash
- May 05, 2017
Mary's Stadium the club picked up one of their best players of the current campaign. Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp confirms that the club are in talks with Emre Can over a new contract at Anfield. Sturridge looked sharp during his 10-minute cameo at Watford, and showed great body strength to brush aside several defenders and force Heurelho Gomes into a save in the dying minutes of the game. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
Mary's Stadium the club picked up one of their best players of the current campaign. Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp confirms that the club are in talks with Emre Can over a new contract at Anfield. Sturridge looked sharp during his 10-minute cameo at Watford, and showed great body strength to brush aside several defenders and force Heurelho Gomes into a save in the dying minutes of the game. (more...)
Anthony Joshua looking to improve after Wladimir Klitschko victory
- May 05, 2017
Since winning his gold medal at the London Olympics in 2012, Joshua has always been seen as the fighter to revive the heavyweight division that had become so predictable during the Klitschkos' lengthy reign. "I fought the better Wladimir Klitschko , not the complacent one, the guy who realised his mistakes and wanted to put it right", Joshua said. I just want to fight everyone. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
Since winning his gold medal at the London Olympics in 2012, Joshua has always been seen as the fighter to revive the heavyweight division that had become so predictable during the Klitschkos' lengthy reign. "I fought the better Wladimir Klitschko , not the complacent one, the guy who realised his mistakes and wanted to put it right", Joshua said. I just want to fight everyone. (more...)
Joshua-Fury fight miles away says Hearn
- May 05, 2017
However, after the warm up, Joshua unloads on another shot to test his power again and it looks like the machine may have broken with the heavyweight champion's power shot. "I believe Wladimir is keen (to do the rematch)". Given that it's Joshua's sport, Deeney shows off a very impressive punch falling not far behind the heavyweight champion's first go at the game. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
However, after the warm up, Joshua unloads on another shot to test his power again and it looks like the machine may have broken with the heavyweight champion's power shot. "I believe Wladimir is keen (to do the rematch)". Given that it's Joshua's sport, Deeney shows off a very impressive punch falling not far behind the heavyweight champion's first go at the game. (more...)
Senators, Capitals win in OT to finish series
- May 05, 2017
The Senators lead the series 3-2. "It has been an exciting year". Bring on the Pittsburgh Penguins. If wary of simply expecting to get into the playoffs next year, players welcome rising expectations. "They have a deep lineup and their forwards come at you". "We focused on me being more patient on deflections, " Holtby said , "and not moving too soon". (more...)
- May 05, 2017
The Senators lead the series 3-2. "It has been an exciting year". Bring on the Pittsburgh Penguins. If wary of simply expecting to get into the playoffs next year, players welcome rising expectations. "They have a deep lineup and their forwards come at you". "We focused on me being more patient on deflections, " Holtby said , "and not moving too soon". (more...)
Paul Merson predicts Premier League top six
- May 05, 2017
They are in good form and they have to slip up twice. The Merseyside club are also ready to offload the underperforming Alberto Moreno, who has failed to make much impact at Anfield in the last two seasons. John Caulfield has done a great job there. The Republic of Ireland assistant manager formed part of an era of dominance for United under Alex Ferguson in which they considered anything less than Premier League title glory and a strong Champions League challenge to have been a failure. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
They are in good form and they have to slip up twice. The Merseyside club are also ready to offload the underperforming Alberto Moreno, who has failed to make much impact at Anfield in the last two seasons. John Caulfield has done a great job there. The Republic of Ireland assistant manager formed part of an era of dominance for United under Alex Ferguson in which they considered anything less than Premier League title glory and a strong Champions League challenge to have been a failure. (more...)
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Aaron Hernandez was sober when he hanged himself, officials say
- May 05, 2017
Officers also found three handwritten notes next to the bible. When there was no response, Breau poked at the sheet until it fell to the ground, where he discovered Hernandez naked, hanging from a cut-up bed sheet tied to a bar on a window. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
Officers also found three handwritten notes next to the bible. When there was no response, Breau poked at the sheet until it fell to the ground, where he discovered Hernandez naked, hanging from a cut-up bed sheet tied to a bar on a window. (more...)
Red Sox knuckleballer Wright to have season-ending surgery
- May 05, 2017
The right-handed pitcher is scheduled to have a cartilage restoration procedure in his left knee which will be performed by Dr. Last year, Wright was selected to the All-Star Game, finishing with a 13-6 record and a 3.33 ERA. The next man up was already up Thursday night, as veteran right-hander Kyle Kendrick was summoned from Triple-A to make his first big league start since October 2, 2015, for the Colorado Rockies . (more...)
- May 05, 2017
The right-handed pitcher is scheduled to have a cartilage restoration procedure in his left knee which will be performed by Dr. Last year, Wright was selected to the All-Star Game, finishing with a 13-6 record and a 3.33 ERA. The next man up was already up Thursday night, as veteran right-hander Kyle Kendrick was summoned from Triple-A to make his first big league start since October 2, 2015, for the Colorado Rockies . (more...)
Kenya's Keitany breaks world record at women-only London Marathon
- May 05, 2017
Tirunesh Dibaba of Ethiopia finished Sunday's race 56 seconds adrift in second place, while Aselefech Mergia of Ethiopia was third. Kenya's Mary Keitany set a new world record to win the women's London Marathon as Britain's David Weir won a record seventh wheelchair title. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
Tirunesh Dibaba of Ethiopia finished Sunday's race 56 seconds adrift in second place, while Aselefech Mergia of Ethiopia was third. Kenya's Mary Keitany set a new world record to win the women's London Marathon as Britain's David Weir won a record seventh wheelchair title. (more...)
Aguilar's 1st HR, in 100th AB, lifts Brewers over Cards 5-4
- May 05, 2017
Louis. Aguilar had registered just one hit in his last 22 plate appearances, but he deposited an 86 miles per hour slider from Matt Bowman over the fence in left field to give Milwaukee a 5-4 lead. Cardinals right fielder Stephen Piscotty strained his right hamstring and left St. Louis' game against Milwaukee on Tuesday night after two innings. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
Louis. Aguilar had registered just one hit in his last 22 plate appearances, but he deposited an 86 miles per hour slider from Matt Bowman over the fence in left field to give Milwaukee a 5-4 lead. Cardinals right fielder Stephen Piscotty strained his right hamstring and left St. Louis' game against Milwaukee on Tuesday night after two innings. (more...)
Lauda: Bottas' 'life is easier' after Sochi success
- May 05, 2017
As a result, although Mercedes holds a one-point lead in the constructors' championship, Vettel leads Hamilton by 13 in the drivers' title race as the teams prepare for the introduction of major upgrade packages at the Spanish Grand Prix on May 14. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
As a result, although Mercedes holds a one-point lead in the constructors' championship, Vettel leads Hamilton by 13 in the drivers' title race as the teams prepare for the introduction of major upgrade packages at the Spanish Grand Prix on May 14. (more...)
Boston battle back to beat Washington in semi-final series opener
- May 05, 2017
The point guard is the only Celtics player to have a 50-point game in both the regular season and the playoffs during the same season. The last Western Conference second-round series began later with Utah at National Basketball Association season wins leader Golden State. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
The point guard is the only Celtics player to have a 50-point game in both the regular season and the playoffs during the same season. The last Western Conference second-round series began later with Utah at National Basketball Association season wins leader Golden State. (more...)
Michael Oher cited for misdemeanor assault
- May 05, 2017
Investigators say the driver told officers that he felt the lead vehicle wasn't sure where they were going, so he suggested they take the lead. Oher has been ordered to appear at the Davidson County (Tennessee) Sheriff's Office for booking on May 8, according to the citation, which was issued on the same day as the incident. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
Investigators say the driver told officers that he felt the lead vehicle wasn't sure where they were going, so he suggested they take the lead. Oher has been ordered to appear at the Davidson County (Tennessee) Sheriff's Office for booking on May 8, according to the citation, which was issued on the same day as the incident. (more...)
Juan Mata: No change in Jose Mourinho relationship
- May 05, 2017
The animosity between the clubs could perhaps be traced back to this fixture at Old Trafford, when the result was largely forgotten following a mass brawl that resulted in both teams having points deducted by the FA. "I try to respect everybody and I do not want to make a case of any person". Wenger said that if Arsenal fail to qualify for next season's Champions League he will follow Mourinho's lead by making the Europa League a priority. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
The animosity between the clubs could perhaps be traced back to this fixture at Old Trafford, when the result was largely forgotten following a mass brawl that resulted in both teams having points deducted by the FA. "I try to respect everybody and I do not want to make a case of any person". Wenger said that if Arsenal fail to qualify for next season's Champions League he will follow Mourinho's lead by making the Europa League a priority. (more...)
Stoke, West Ham finish 0-0 in EPL
- May 05, 2017
Both Stoke City and West Ham United moved closer to Premier League safety after sharing spoils with a goalless draw at the Bet365 Stadium . Sometimes you have to acknowledge the job that the opposition has done. "We don't want to come into the last game of the season with the radio on and keep asking 'what is the score there?'". "It was a bit open in the first half and we had some good chances to score and then in the second half, both teams had their chances". (more...)
- May 05, 2017
Both Stoke City and West Ham United moved closer to Premier League safety after sharing spoils with a goalless draw at the Bet365 Stadium . Sometimes you have to acknowledge the job that the opposition has done. "We don't want to come into the last game of the season with the radio on and keep asking 'what is the score there?'". "It was a bit open in the first half and we had some good chances to score and then in the second half, both teams had their chances". (more...)
Warriors hold off Jazz in Game 2
- May 05, 2017
The Warriors-Jazz Game 2 under way and with both ball clubs at full throttle, as Kevin Durant and Rudy Gobert both suited up regardless of their injury troubles earlier in the postseason. They're also very connected defensively. Hayward was constantly tracked by the Warriors, who switched defenders to keep him covered all over the court. (more...)
- May 05, 2017
The Warriors-Jazz Game 2 under way and with both ball clubs at full throttle, as Kevin Durant and Rudy Gobert both suited up regardless of their injury troubles earlier in the postseason. They're also very connected defensively. Hayward was constantly tracked by the Warriors, who switched defenders to keep him covered all over the court. (more...)
LeBron passes Abdul-Jabbar for No. 2 on playoff scoring list
- May 05, 2017
James was feeling it from three on Wednesday night, hitting 4 of 6 behind the arc, including this one. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar played in 237 NBA playoff games across 19 seasons, becoming a six-time NBA Champion and a two-time Finals MVP (a decade apart, which is even more impressive). (more...)
- May 05, 2017
James was feeling it from three on Wednesday night, hitting 4 of 6 behind the arc, including this one. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar played in 237 NBA playoff games across 19 seasons, becoming a six-time NBA Champion and a two-time Finals MVP (a decade apart, which is even more impressive). (more...)
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