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Rays' Ramirez 1st pitcher since '84 to start day after save
- May 31, 2017
Andriese allowed two runs in 1 2/3 innings pitched to raise his ERA to 3.45 through 60 innings pitched this season. Keone Kela (2-1) pitched a scoreless eighth, and Matt Bush had a ideal ninth for his seventh save in eight chances. Joey Gallo hit a solo homer, his 16th long ball of the season, and also doubled and scored for Texas. Elvis Andrus leads the Rangers with 60 hits and 27 RBI while Nomar Mazara and Rougned Odor have combined for 96 hits and 58 RBI. (more...)
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- May 31, 2017
Andriese allowed two runs in 1 2/3 innings pitched to raise his ERA to 3.45 through 60 innings pitched this season. Keone Kela (2-1) pitched a scoreless eighth, and Matt Bush had a ideal ninth for his seventh save in eight chances. Joey Gallo hit a solo homer, his 16th long ball of the season, and also doubled and scored for Texas. Elvis Andrus leads the Rangers with 60 hits and 27 RBI while Nomar Mazara and Rougned Odor have combined for 96 hits and 58 RBI. (more...)
Jose Mourinho's unsubtle message during the Europa League celebrations
- May 31, 2017
The world goes on it doesn't stop and we have to do our job. "I think it would be special". Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney claims he has "lots of offers" and is considering his future. Mourinho said: "You know, it was really hard, that is why we didn't want to have the press conference (before the final) because we had to prepare ourselves to do our job and to try to organise events that are much more important than our job". (more...)
- May 31, 2017
The world goes on it doesn't stop and we have to do our job. "I think it would be special". Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney claims he has "lots of offers" and is considering his future. Mourinho said: "You know, it was really hard, that is why we didn't want to have the press conference (before the final) because we had to prepare ourselves to do our job and to try to organise events that are much more important than our job". (more...)
Morgan sees South Africa rout as timely lesson for England
- May 31, 2017
KAGISO RABADA and Wayne Parnell cut a swathe through the England top order, taking 6/20 between them in the first five overs, as the Proteas coasted to a seven-wicket victory in the final match of their ODI Series at Lord's on Monday. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
KAGISO RABADA and Wayne Parnell cut a swathe through the England top order, taking 6/20 between them in the first five overs, as the Proteas coasted to a seven-wicket victory in the final match of their ODI Series at Lord's on Monday. (more...)
Terry eyes Wembley return as a manager
- May 31, 2017
The challenge for those he leaves behind is to ensure that the club continues to challenge for major trophies, with Terry calling for Antonio Conte to be backed in the summer transfer market. "I couldn't care less, I promise you", he said via the Guardian. "I'm finding it hard to even consider playing for another club at the moment, but that's the desire of why I'm leaving so we'll see what happens, and see what the future brings". (more...)
- May 31, 2017
The challenge for those he leaves behind is to ensure that the club continues to challenge for major trophies, with Terry calling for Antonio Conte to be backed in the summer transfer market. "I couldn't care less, I promise you", he said via the Guardian. "I'm finding it hard to even consider playing for another club at the moment, but that's the desire of why I'm leaving so we'll see what happens, and see what the future brings". (more...)
Jurgen Klopp: Liverpool belong with European elite
- May 31, 2017
But the Frenchman said fans' continued protests about his stewardship at the club had played a part in the failure to reach the Champions League . Jurgen Klopp said in his post-match press conference, "We are Liverpool ". "But there are a lot of quality teams fighting for it and in and around it". "I don't know. What is important is we do our job". When we got that first trophy under our belt, winning something, giving you that belief. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
But the Frenchman said fans' continued protests about his stewardship at the club had played a part in the failure to reach the Champions League . Jurgen Klopp said in his post-match press conference, "We are Liverpool ". "But there are a lot of quality teams fighting for it and in and around it". "I don't know. What is important is we do our job". When we got that first trophy under our belt, winning something, giving you that belief. (more...)
South Africa confident ahead of Champions Trophy, says Domingo
- May 31, 2017
Williamson also retired, before Corey Anderson (50 off 36 balls) and Neil Broom (37 off 38) saw their their side home. "I'm happy with the way things have panned out for us today", he added. Pacer Tim Southee took 2/48 in eight overs while left-arm spinner Mitchell Santner conceded only 34 in his six overs. The 2-1 series loss completes the squad's ICC Champions Trophy match preparation ahead of their opening match of the tournament against Sri Lanka at The Oval on Saturday. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Williamson also retired, before Corey Anderson (50 off 36 balls) and Neil Broom (37 off 38) saw their their side home. "I'm happy with the way things have panned out for us today", he added. Pacer Tim Southee took 2/48 in eight overs while left-arm spinner Mitchell Santner conceded only 34 in his six overs. The 2-1 series loss completes the squad's ICC Champions Trophy match preparation ahead of their opening match of the tournament against Sri Lanka at The Oval on Saturday. (more...)
America's Cup qualifiers off to smashing start in Bermuda
- May 31, 2017
Having endured mixed fortunes on the opening day, in which they won one race and lost the other, Emirates Team New Zealand started day two in spectacular fashion with a high-quality display to beat SoftBank Team Japan by 33 seconds in race 9. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Having endured mixed fortunes on the opening day, in which they won one race and lost the other, Emirates Team New Zealand started day two in spectacular fashion with a high-quality display to beat SoftBank Team Japan by 33 seconds in race 9. (more...)
Jamie Carragher: What I really think about Antonio Conte at Chelsea
- May 31, 2017
It was supposed to be his last kick in the blue of Chelsea but he returned two years later. As far as the law is concerned, this move ticks all the boxes but the Premier League won't take any action against it. "This is a great opportunity to win and to do the Double". For this reason we must pay great attention. "If we have this in the same proportion as Arsenal in that respect, we have the possibility to do the Double and win". (more...)
- May 31, 2017
It was supposed to be his last kick in the blue of Chelsea but he returned two years later. As far as the law is concerned, this move ticks all the boxes but the Premier League won't take any action against it. "This is a great opportunity to win and to do the Double". For this reason we must pay great attention. "If we have this in the same proportion as Arsenal in that respect, we have the possibility to do the Double and win". (more...)
Michigan State parts ways with Curtis Blackwell as investigation continues
- May 31, 2017
Blackwell was suspended surrounding a sexual assault investigation involving three Michigan State football players after an on-campus incident that occurred January 17. He previously coached at two Detroit-area high schools. Prior to joining the Spartan football staff he ran a series of football camps. Per multiple outlets, MSU athletic director Mark Hollis said in a letter to Blackwell that he was suspended for "several allegations regarding (his) conduct". (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Blackwell was suspended surrounding a sexual assault investigation involving three Michigan State football players after an on-campus incident that occurred January 17. He previously coached at two Detroit-area high schools. Prior to joining the Spartan football staff he ran a series of football camps. Per multiple outlets, MSU athletic director Mark Hollis said in a letter to Blackwell that he was suspended for "several allegations regarding (his) conduct". (more...)
Diego Costa says he would only leave Chelsea for Atletico Madrid
- May 31, 2017
Asked if he believed that he and Lukaku could play together for Chelsea next season, Costa said: "I don't know - that's a decision for the club". " Everyone knows what my preferred clubs is, there's nothing to hide ". But only to where I'm willing to go'. "I have no intention of leaving Chelsea ". The Spain worldwide left for Stamford Bridge on the back of a 2013-14 campaign which delivered the Liga title and a Champions League final appearance. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Asked if he believed that he and Lukaku could play together for Chelsea next season, Costa said: "I don't know - that's a decision for the club". " Everyone knows what my preferred clubs is, there's nothing to hide ". But only to where I'm willing to go'. "I have no intention of leaving Chelsea ". The Spain worldwide left for Stamford Bridge on the back of a 2013-14 campaign which delivered the Liga title and a Champions League final appearance. (more...)
Murray recovers from blip to reach next round
- May 31, 2017
Kyrgios argued with the umpire in the second set when a key call went against him when he had a break point for 5-4, but he regained his focus to take the tiebreaker with an ace, on his third set point. "I haven't played well, I've had a few issues", he told reporters this week. But each year I kept coming back and was trying a little bit better and last year was really good. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Kyrgios argued with the umpire in the second set when a key call went against him when he had a break point for 5-4, but he regained his focus to take the tiebreaker with an ace, on his third set point. "I haven't played well, I've had a few issues", he told reporters this week. But each year I kept coming back and was trying a little bit better and last year was really good. (more...)
White House says Trump, Merkel 'get along very well'
- May 31, 2017
The tweet follows a volley of criticism from Germany after the president concluded his first official tour overseas on Sunday, returning from Saudi Arabia, Israel, Brussels and then Italy for a G7 summit. U.S. President Donald Trump walks prior to the EU-USA Leaders' Meeting at the European Council headquarters, in Brussels, Belgium, May 25, 2017. Germany's harsh words for Washington, traditionally a close ally, were highly unusual and came as relations have grown increasingly tenuous. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
The tweet follows a volley of criticism from Germany after the president concluded his first official tour overseas on Sunday, returning from Saudi Arabia, Israel, Brussels and then Italy for a G7 summit. U.S. President Donald Trump walks prior to the EU-USA Leaders' Meeting at the European Council headquarters, in Brussels, Belgium, May 25, 2017. Germany's harsh words for Washington, traditionally a close ally, were highly unusual and came as relations have grown increasingly tenuous. (more...)
Griezmann is top of United's $350m list
- May 31, 2017
The Spaniard would scored the second goal himself, rounding off a fine performance with a satisfying scoreline. However, Mata and his colleagues found it hard to challenge for the Premier League , finishing sixth on the table. United did have some good fortune in their goals. Mata was sold from Chelsea to United in 2014 by Mourinho, whose arrival at Old Trafford as Louis van Gaal's replacement prompted speculation the midfielder could leave Old Trafford . (more...)
- May 31, 2017
The Spaniard would scored the second goal himself, rounding off a fine performance with a satisfying scoreline. However, Mata and his colleagues found it hard to challenge for the Premier League , finishing sixth on the table. United did have some good fortune in their goals. Mata was sold from Chelsea to United in 2014 by Mourinho, whose arrival at Old Trafford as Louis van Gaal's replacement prompted speculation the midfielder could leave Old Trafford . (more...)
Officers found Woods asleep at the wheel
- May 31, 2017
Begay later said on Golf Channel he had exchanged text messages with Woods after the arrest. Painkillers are generally prescribed after such surgeries, and many carry warnings to avoid driving while taking them. He registered 0.000 on a Breathalyzer test, but failed other sobriety tests. Police have yet to specify which or both, though more details are set to be released on May 30, according to Jupiter Police Department spokesperson Kristin Rightler. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Begay later said on Golf Channel he had exchanged text messages with Woods after the arrest. Painkillers are generally prescribed after such surgeries, and many carry warnings to avoid driving while taking them. He registered 0.000 on a Breathalyzer test, but failed other sobriety tests. Police have yet to specify which or both, though more details are set to be released on May 30, according to Jupiter Police Department spokesperson Kristin Rightler. (more...)
David Wagner to ring best man Klopp when playoff win sinks in
- May 31, 2017
Huddersfield beat Reading 4-3 on penalties after a 0-0 draw at Wembley Stadium in Monday's Championship play-off final. As humble as ever, he said after that winning penalty: "This is the best feeling of my life, nobody can take this away from us and this is something I will be able to tell my kids". (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Huddersfield beat Reading 4-3 on penalties after a 0-0 draw at Wembley Stadium in Monday's Championship play-off final. As humble as ever, he said after that winning penalty: "This is the best feeling of my life, nobody can take this away from us and this is something I will be able to tell my kids". (more...)
Trout sprains thumb in Angels' 9-2 loss at Miami
- May 31, 2017
YANKEES 9, ATHLETICS 5 Aaron Judge hit his first career grand slam and host NY took full advantage of Oakland's shoddy defense. The 25-year-old two-time AL MVP is hitting.337 and is tied with Yankees rookie Aaron Judge for the most home runs in Major League Baseball, with 16. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
YANKEES 9, ATHLETICS 5 Aaron Judge hit his first career grand slam and host NY took full advantage of Oakland's shoddy defense. The 25-year-old two-time AL MVP is hitting.337 and is tied with Yankees rookie Aaron Judge for the most home runs in Major League Baseball, with 16. (more...)
Writer receives backlash after tweet about Japanese Indy 500 victor
- May 31, 2017
Denver Post publisher Mac Tully and editor Lee Ann Colacioppo issued a statement on Monday that sportswriter Terry Frei is no longer an employee of the newspaper one day after he tweeted that he was "very uncomfortable" with Japanese driver Takuma Sato winning the Indianapolis 500 during Memorial Day weekend. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Denver Post publisher Mac Tully and editor Lee Ann Colacioppo issued a statement on Monday that sportswriter Terry Frei is no longer an employee of the newspaper one day after he tweeted that he was "very uncomfortable" with Japanese driver Takuma Sato winning the Indianapolis 500 during Memorial Day weekend. (more...)
Wenger agrees deal to stay at Arsenal for two more seasons
- May 31, 2017
Finishing fifth and having to kiss goodbye to another last 16 defeat to Bayern Munich in next season's Champions League might well have been a bitter pill to swallow for Arsenal supporters. But after winning the 2005 FA Cup, they had to wait another nine years - or 3,283 days - for their next silverware. News of Wenger's stay now looks set to be announced on Wednesday, with the former Monaco boss prolonging his contract until 2019. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Finishing fifth and having to kiss goodbye to another last 16 defeat to Bayern Munich in next season's Champions League might well have been a bitter pill to swallow for Arsenal supporters. But after winning the 2005 FA Cup, they had to wait another nine years - or 3,283 days - for their next silverware. News of Wenger's stay now looks set to be announced on Wednesday, with the former Monaco boss prolonging his contract until 2019. (more...)
Love explains why the Cavaliers aren't underdogs in the NBA Finals
- May 31, 2017
The 2016 champion Cavaliers and the 2015 champion Warriors will battled for the crown for a third straight year in the best-of-seven starting at Golden State on Thursday . "I do understand rest and why you do it", said Kevin Garnett , who missed one game or none in nine of his first 10 seasons, but needed to incorporate rest days more often later in his career. (more...)
- May 31, 2017
The 2016 champion Cavaliers and the 2015 champion Warriors will battled for the crown for a third straight year in the best-of-seven starting at Golden State on Thursday . "I do understand rest and why you do it", said Kevin Garnett , who missed one game or none in nine of his first 10 seasons, but needed to incorporate rest days more often later in his career. (more...)
Formula One - Mercedes now the underdogs, says Wolff
- May 31, 2017
Vettel got ahead of Raikkonen during the pitstops after being left out for five more laps than the Finn , when they took their one and only tyre change during the race . A Ferrari team engineer along with a disappointed Kimi Raikkonen and Sebastian Vettel .Getty Images. "I really am happy", he said. "I just said: "'Be careful, that was very, very close .' But I enjoyed it". (more...)
- May 31, 2017
Vettel got ahead of Raikkonen during the pitstops after being left out for five more laps than the Finn , when they took their one and only tyre change during the race . A Ferrari team engineer along with a disappointed Kimi Raikkonen and Sebastian Vettel .Getty Images. "I really am happy", he said. "I just said: "'Be careful, that was very, very close .' But I enjoyed it". (more...)
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