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Young, Vazquez homer for Red Sox in 9-2 win over Twins
- June 28, 2017
Francona was hospitalized June 13 following a game at Progressive Field in Cleveland. He spent several hours at Cleveland Clinic and underwent a series of tests. Smith, 28, was 1-2 with a 3.93 ERA in 14 games with Triple-A Buffalo. Mike Clevinger held the Rangers to one run and two hits, striking out a career-high nine in six innings. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
Francona was hospitalized June 13 following a game at Progressive Field in Cleveland. He spent several hours at Cleveland Clinic and underwent a series of tests. Smith, 28, was 1-2 with a 3.93 ERA in 14 games with Triple-A Buffalo. Mike Clevinger held the Rangers to one run and two hits, striking out a career-high nine in six innings. (more...)
McGregor takes the piss out of Mayweather after fight confirmation
- June 28, 2017
With Mayweather adviser Al Haymon quietly negotiating the specifics with the UFC - and the Nevada State Athletic Commission saying it would happily regulate the fight , despite it being perceived as a huge mismatch by most - Mayweather Promotions drew attention when it requested August 26 from the Nevada commission as the date for a boxing event, although it did not specify the main event. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
With Mayweather adviser Al Haymon quietly negotiating the specifics with the UFC - and the Nevada State Athletic Commission saying it would happily regulate the fight , despite it being perceived as a huge mismatch by most - Mayweather Promotions drew attention when it requested August 26 from the Nevada commission as the date for a boxing event, although it did not specify the main event. (more...)
Lance Stroll labels first Formula One podium 'a dream come true'
- June 28, 2017
Three-time world champion Lewis Hamilton has branded Sebastian Vettel a disgrace after the latter deliberately drove into him at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix and demanded that, if they are to clash, they should do so like "men" outside the vehicle. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
Three-time world champion Lewis Hamilton has branded Sebastian Vettel a disgrace after the latter deliberately drove into him at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix and demanded that, if they are to clash, they should do so like "men" outside the vehicle. (more...)
Vegas Golden Knights select Calvin Pickard first in expansion draft — NewsAlert
- June 28, 2017
As I mentioned, much speculation TVR is Carolina bound. But aside from his legacy, the Steel City fell in love with him for his humility, kindness and philanthropy. As evidenced by the work he did against Sidney Crosby in the Eastern Conference finals, Methot is as tough as they come and would make an excellent captain if McPhee and the Knights don't trade him. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
As I mentioned, much speculation TVR is Carolina bound. But aside from his legacy, the Steel City fell in love with him for his humility, kindness and philanthropy. As evidenced by the work he did against Sidney Crosby in the Eastern Conference finals, Methot is as tough as they come and would make an excellent captain if McPhee and the Knights don't trade him. (more...)
FIA 'thinking' of citing Vettel over Baku contact
- June 28, 2017
This is something that he had also done on a previous restart so it was nothing new. Vettel was penalised for deliberately driving into the Mercedes driver during a race restart in an act of revenge for Hamilton's supposed brake test on the German - which the FIA later cleared Hamilton of, having studied the data from his auto. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
This is something that he had also done on a previous restart so it was nothing new. Vettel was penalised for deliberately driving into the Mercedes driver during a race restart in an act of revenge for Hamilton's supposed brake test on the German - which the FIA later cleared Hamilton of, having studied the data from his auto. (more...)
Hamilton, Vettel clash remains the big talking point in Baku
- June 28, 2017
And it was, at least according to Hamilton , a deliberate hit from Vettel. "I don't think it's great. there's a lot of other kids in other categories watching us to see a multi, multi world champion who you would think would behave better than that". (more...)
- June 28, 2017
And it was, at least according to Hamilton , a deliberate hit from Vettel. "I don't think it's great. there's a lot of other kids in other categories watching us to see a multi, multi world champion who you would think would behave better than that". (more...)
Brazil great Ronaldo 'almost certain' Cristiano will stay at Real Madrid
- June 28, 2017
Madrid are heavily linked with a move for the 18-year-old forward, who scored 26 goals in all competitions during a brilliant 2016-17 season. Without naming which of the attacking trio would be in the firing line, Ronaldo claimed that that was the plan of manager Zinedine Zidane and president Florentino Perez this summer. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
Madrid are heavily linked with a move for the 18-year-old forward, who scored 26 goals in all competitions during a brilliant 2016-17 season. Without naming which of the attacking trio would be in the firing line, Ronaldo claimed that that was the plan of manager Zinedine Zidane and president Florentino Perez this summer. (more...)
Sky Sports switches to themed channels
- June 28, 2017
That's all we know so far, but stay tuned, as we'll be updating this page with full details of the new Sky Sports packages as soon they become available. Sky's new initiative is obviously to its bolster its user baser - and grab viewers who don't currently have pay-TV - or rely on Freeview, for instance - with cheap options like its Now TV set-top box. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
That's all we know so far, but stay tuned, as we'll be updating this page with full details of the new Sky Sports packages as soon they become available. Sky's new initiative is obviously to its bolster its user baser - and grab viewers who don't currently have pay-TV - or rely on Freeview, for instance - with cheap options like its Now TV set-top box. (more...)
Man United, Juventus target reportedly agrees to Barcelona move
- June 28, 2017
Italy global Verratti, who has previously been linked with a switch to Juve, has reportedly told PSG of his desire to leave the club this close-season, with Barca tipped to make a €100million bid. MD, a loyal Barcelona paper, claim Verratti was happy to pose for a picture while holding their edition. And Barcelona-based newspaper Mundo Deportivo have ramped up the transfer hype by tracking down Verratti in Ibiza. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
Italy global Verratti, who has previously been linked with a switch to Juve, has reportedly told PSG of his desire to leave the club this close-season, with Barca tipped to make a €100million bid. MD, a loyal Barcelona paper, claim Verratti was happy to pose for a picture while holding their edition. And Barcelona-based newspaper Mundo Deportivo have ramped up the transfer hype by tracking down Verratti in Ibiza. (more...)
Sebastian Vettel Goes All "Days Of Thunder" On Hamilton In Baku
- June 28, 2017
It also reminds us of the 1990 blockbuster "Days of Thunder" where Tom Cruise's character Cole Trickle goes back out on the oval only to ram his vehicle into his rival, Russ Wheeler, after he was forced off the track. we were going slow, if we had been going fast it could've been a lot worse". Red Bull's Daniel Ricciardo , who was as low as 17th at one point, won. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
It also reminds us of the 1990 blockbuster "Days of Thunder" where Tom Cruise's character Cole Trickle goes back out on the oval only to ram his vehicle into his rival, Russ Wheeler, after he was forced off the track. we were going slow, if we had been going fast it could've been a lot worse". Red Bull's Daniel Ricciardo , who was as low as 17th at one point, won. (more...)
New Zealand claims America's Cup
- June 28, 2017
Both teams enjoyed clean starts off the line when racing resumed in the Great Sound of Bermuda, with Oracle Team USA - who defeated their Kiwi rivals in a surprise turnaround for the 34th America's Cup in 2013 - edging ahead before losing ground on the run to the second mark. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
Both teams enjoyed clean starts off the line when racing resumed in the Great Sound of Bermuda, with Oracle Team USA - who defeated their Kiwi rivals in a surprise turnaround for the 34th America's Cup in 2013 - edging ahead before losing ground on the run to the second mark. (more...)
Bolt curious about who will replace him as fastest man
- June 28, 2017
Reflecting on his season-opener in Jamaica on June 10 - a race that served as his final sprint in his homeland - Bolt added: 'Jamaica was tough for me. "It's an emotional season". "Maybe next season I'll be at the track a lot". I just like entertaining the crowd. "Wayde definitely wants to run faster than me, so he can have something to brag about!" Bolt will compete in the 100 meters at the Golden Spike on Wednesda. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
Reflecting on his season-opener in Jamaica on June 10 - a race that served as his final sprint in his homeland - Bolt added: 'Jamaica was tough for me. "It's an emotional season". "Maybe next season I'll be at the track a lot". I just like entertaining the crowd. "Wayde definitely wants to run faster than me, so he can have something to brag about!" Bolt will compete in the 100 meters at the Golden Spike on Wednesda. (more...)
Father of LSU star pitcher revives man with no pulse at CWS
- June 28, 2017
The Alligators toughed it out for a 4-3 win and now stand just 27 outs away from their first-ever national title in our beloved sport. The moment on college baseball's grandest stage proved no match for Tyler Dyson , JJ Schwarz and Jackson Kowar, each of whom made an indelible mark Tuesday night as Florida captured its first national title by beating SEC rival LSU 6-1 before another packed house at TD Ameritrade Park. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
The Alligators toughed it out for a 4-3 win and now stand just 27 outs away from their first-ever national title in our beloved sport. The moment on college baseball's grandest stage proved no match for Tyler Dyson , JJ Schwarz and Jackson Kowar, each of whom made an indelible mark Tuesday night as Florida captured its first national title by beating SEC rival LSU 6-1 before another packed house at TD Ameritrade Park. (more...)
Gloves are off between Hamilton and Vettel
- June 28, 2017
Hamilton is concerned Vettel's retaliation might give aspiring drivers the wrong idea about what is acceptable. But while everyone in front had their dramas, and title rivals Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel were forced into extra stops through a loose headrest and risky driving penalty respectively, the consistent Ricciardo inherited the lead and didn't look back. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
Hamilton is concerned Vettel's retaliation might give aspiring drivers the wrong idea about what is acceptable. But while everyone in front had their dramas, and title rivals Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel were forced into extra stops through a loose headrest and risky driving penalty respectively, the consistent Ricciardo inherited the lead and didn't look back. (more...)
Chile manager Pizzi tells Alexis: Arsenal is a top club
- June 28, 2017
He has so far refused to put pen to paper on a new agreement with the Gunners and has clubs such as Manchester City and German champions Bayern Munich on his tail this summer. "He is going through a very special situation". "He's a very responsible person and he knows what he has to do". Having Alexis on our team is wonderful. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
He has so far refused to put pen to paper on a new agreement with the Gunners and has clubs such as Manchester City and German champions Bayern Munich on his tail this summer. "He is going through a very special situation". "He's a very responsible person and he knows what he has to do". Having Alexis on our team is wonderful. (more...)
EA unveils National Hockey League 18 gameplay trailer and cover athlete Connor McDavid
- June 28, 2017
Though he didn't win the Hart Trophy for the third time in his career, he did come home with his third Stanley Cup Championship and second Conn Smythe trophy this season - not a bad "consolation prize" for the 29-year-old. Vegas will play its first two games on the road, visiting Arizona on October 7 before the second leg of an early back-to-back for coach Gerard Gallant's club. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
Though he didn't win the Hart Trophy for the third time in his career, he did come home with his third Stanley Cup Championship and second Conn Smythe trophy this season - not a bad "consolation prize" for the 29-year-old. Vegas will play its first two games on the road, visiting Arizona on October 7 before the second leg of an early back-to-back for coach Gerard Gallant's club. (more...)
Qatar slams Saudi Arabia's refusal to negotiate
- June 28, 2017
The minister was speaking at a meeting with reporters at the Saudi embassy in Washington. The foreign minister, on his second trip to Washington in less than two weeks, applauded Kuwait's mediation efforts, but said the UAE's United States ambassador, Yousef Al Otaiba, was right in describing the demands to Qatar as non-negotiable. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
The minister was speaking at a meeting with reporters at the Saudi embassy in Washington. The foreign minister, on his second trip to Washington in less than two weeks, applauded Kuwait's mediation efforts, but said the UAE's United States ambassador, Yousef Al Otaiba, was right in describing the demands to Qatar as non-negotiable. (more...)
Durant Comments on Russell Westbrook Winning the MVP
- June 28, 2017
Runners-up in the category included James Harden of the Hoston Rockets, Kawhi Leonard of the San Antonio Spurs, Cleveland Caviliers' LeBron James and Isaiah Thomas of the Boston Celtics. He scored a career-high 57 against the Orlando Magic and 54 and his first career buzzer-beating game-winner against the Denver Nuggets on the night he recorded his 42nd triple-double. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
Runners-up in the category included James Harden of the Hoston Rockets, Kawhi Leonard of the San Antonio Spurs, Cleveland Caviliers' LeBron James and Isaiah Thomas of the Boston Celtics. He scored a career-high 57 against the Orlando Magic and 54 and his first career buzzer-beating game-winner against the Denver Nuggets on the night he recorded his 42nd triple-double. (more...)
Florida beats LSU 6-1 at CWS for 1st national championship
- June 28, 2017
LSU's win over Oregon State on Friday was the most-streamed non-Finals game of the CWS, with 178,000 unique viewers watching 9,509,000 total minutes. "It was awesome we were right there and had a chance to win". O'Sullivan has yet to decide on the Game 2 starter. He got a groundout to start the fourth but then walked three straight. Poche reportedly checked with paramedics after the game and said the man was in stable condition at the hospital. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
LSU's win over Oregon State on Friday was the most-streamed non-Finals game of the CWS, with 178,000 unique viewers watching 9,509,000 total minutes. "It was awesome we were right there and had a chance to win". O'Sullivan has yet to decide on the Game 2 starter. He got a groundout to start the fourth but then walked three straight. Poche reportedly checked with paramedics after the game and said the man was in stable condition at the hospital. (more...)
New boy Malan sets up England T20 series win over South Africa
- June 28, 2017
None of it could take away the shine off Malan's match-winning knock off just 44 balls. After the T20I series loss against England , de Villiers said: "I am going to meet with CSA (Cricket South Africa ) in August, and that will decide my (international) future", de Villiers told reporters. (more...)
- June 28, 2017
None of it could take away the shine off Malan's match-winning knock off just 44 balls. After the T20I series loss against England , de Villiers said: "I am going to meet with CSA (Cricket South Africa ) in August, and that will decide my (international) future", de Villiers told reporters. (more...)
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