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Salah at the double as Liverpool dispatch Arsenal
- August 25, 2019
Nicolas Pepe has become the first player to successfully dribble past Virgil van Dijk in his last 50 Premier League matches. The Reds hit the back of the net three times and showed why they should be feared by all in the Premier League this season. (more...)
- August 25, 2019
Nicolas Pepe has become the first player to successfully dribble past Virgil van Dijk in his last 50 Premier League matches. The Reds hit the back of the net three times and showed why they should be feared by all in the Premier League this season. (more...)
MLB bans players from Venezuelan winter league amid USA sanctions
- August 25, 2019
Major League Baseball says its players will be banned from participating in the Venezuelan Winter League because of recent US economic sanctions against Venezuela. The fear, sources said, is that players agreeing to deals with a government-affiliated entity - or agents consummating the deals - would run afoul of the August 5 executive order , which banned any such transactions. (more...)
- August 25, 2019
Major League Baseball says its players will be banned from participating in the Venezuelan Winter League because of recent US economic sanctions against Venezuela. The fear, sources said, is that players agreeing to deals with a government-affiliated entity - or agents consummating the deals - would run afoul of the August 5 executive order , which banned any such transactions. (more...)
Andrew Luck confirms retirement: 'I'm in pain'
- August 25, 2019
While Luck will not need to undergo surgery, recovery has not happened fast enough, and he will not return for the Colts' two remaining preseason games. How did Luck feel about this? While he played almost all of the 2016 season, Luck's shoulder still impacted him - eventually forcing him to have surgery on it that offseason, which sidelined him for all of 2017. (more...)
- August 25, 2019
While Luck will not need to undergo surgery, recovery has not happened fast enough, and he will not return for the Colts' two remaining preseason games. How did Luck feel about this? While he played almost all of the 2016 season, Luck's shoulder still impacted him - eventually forcing him to have surgery on it that offseason, which sidelined him for all of 2017. (more...)
Daniel Jones continues impressive preseason ProFootball Talk on NBC Sports
- August 25, 2019
Head coach Pat Shurmur announced Friday that the veteran will be the team's QB 1 and that rookie Daniel Jones will be his backup. "Every six or seven days now I've been able to tell you 'that's what we saw when we drafted him.' He's steadily getting better every time he takes the field, whether it's practice or games". (more...)
- August 25, 2019
Head coach Pat Shurmur announced Friday that the veteran will be the team's QB 1 and that rookie Daniel Jones will be his backup. "Every six or seven days now I've been able to tell you 'that's what we saw when we drafted him.' He's steadily getting better every time he takes the field, whether it's practice or games". (more...)
Colts quarterback Andrew Luck reportedly is retiring from NFL
- August 25, 2019
NFL.com also reported the news. The 29-year-old quarterback was the No. 1 pick in the 2012 draft out of Stanford. ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that there will be a press conference on Sunday where Luck will announce his decision. Former New England Patriot Jacoby Brissett is expected to be the Colts starter. The Colts open the season against the Chargers in Los Angeles on September 8. (more...)
- August 25, 2019
NFL.com also reported the news. The 29-year-old quarterback was the No. 1 pick in the 2012 draft out of Stanford. ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that there will be a press conference on Sunday where Luck will announce his decision. Former New England Patriot Jacoby Brissett is expected to be the Colts starter. The Colts open the season against the Chargers in Los Angeles on September 8. (more...)
Lightning Strikes at PGA Tour Championship, Six Injured Including Child
- August 25, 2019
US PGA Tour officials report the injuries were not life-threatening. - Lightning struck a pine tree right after play at the Tour Championship was suspended, and ambulances took five people from the golf course. He said they were taken to hospitals for further treatment, all of them alert, conscious and breathing. "Obviously when it comes down to suspension of play, we don't leave any room for error there". (more...)
- August 25, 2019
US PGA Tour officials report the injuries were not life-threatening. - Lightning struck a pine tree right after play at the Tour Championship was suspended, and ambulances took five people from the golf course. He said they were taken to hospitals for further treatment, all of them alert, conscious and breathing. "Obviously when it comes down to suspension of play, we don't leave any room for error there". (more...)
Watford Captain Troy Deeney Out for 'Several Weeks' After Knee Surgery
- August 24, 2019
I think West Ham must not be compared with any other team. Watford will look to record their first points of the league campaign on Saturday when they host West Ham United , who are also without a win after two games. Writing in his London Evening Standard column, Noble, who has gone on to play 467 times for West Ham , wrote: "Does it seem 15 years ago [that I made my debut]?" Gillet has refereed in the Championship, but this Sunday will be his first step into the Premier ... (more...)
- August 24, 2019
I think West Ham must not be compared with any other team. Watford will look to record their first points of the league campaign on Saturday when they host West Ham United , who are also without a win after two games. Writing in his London Evening Standard column, Noble, who has gone on to play 467 times for West Ham , wrote: "Does it seem 15 years ago [that I made my debut]?" Gillet has refereed in the Championship, but this Sunday will be his first step into the Premier ... (more...)
Raiders Reportedly Thought 'Field Looked Fine', Packers Protested the Holes
- August 24, 2019
In 2016, the league was forced to cancel the Hall of Fame Game between the Packers and Indianapolis Colts in Canton, Ohio - the first preseason game of the year - because of issues with the paint at midfield. We like the field. "We thought the field was perfectly fine". Tim Boyle started at quarterback for Green Bay. The team is planning to move to Las Vegas in 2020. (more...)
- August 24, 2019
In 2016, the league was forced to cancel the Hall of Fame Game between the Packers and Indianapolis Colts in Canton, Ohio - the first preseason game of the year - because of issues with the paint at midfield. We like the field. "We thought the field was perfectly fine". Tim Boyle started at quarterback for Green Bay. The team is planning to move to Las Vegas in 2020. (more...)
Loyola’s Sister Jean celebrated on her 100th birthday
- August 24, 2019
The decision was so tough he wrote two letters on the flight home: one if he left Loyola for St. John's and one if he stayed in Rogers Park. "There are so many things happening all at once I keep saying 'cool it girl, cool it, '" Sister Jean said . (more...)
- August 24, 2019
The decision was so tough he wrote two letters on the flight home: one if he left Loyola for St. John's and one if he stayed in Rogers Park. "There are so many things happening all at once I keep saying 'cool it girl, cool it, '" Sister Jean said . (more...)
Astros defend decision to restrict reporter access
- August 24, 2019
The 2011 AL Cy Young victor and three-time Cy Young runner-up spent the better part of 13 seasons as a star with the Tigers. Detroit Free Press sports editor Chris Thomas responded to Verlander's tweet. Verlander, as you know, played for the Tigers from 2005-2017 before he was traded to the Astros. "We chose to prioritize these factors while making this decision. (more...)
- August 24, 2019
The 2011 AL Cy Young victor and three-time Cy Young runner-up spent the better part of 13 seasons as a star with the Tigers. Detroit Free Press sports editor Chris Thomas responded to Verlander's tweet. Verlander, as you know, played for the Tigers from 2005-2017 before he was traded to the Astros. "We chose to prioritize these factors while making this decision. (more...)
Dale Earnhardt Jr. Plans To Race After Surviving Fiery Plane Crash
- August 24, 2019
Dale Earnhardt Jr . and his family recently experienced a frightening situation when their plane crashed as it attempted to land in Tennessee ahead of Friday night's NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Bristol Motor Speedway. "Amy and I want to thank everyone who has lifted us up with phone calls, messages and prayer since last Thursday". The cause is still under investigation, but surveillance video shows part of the landing gear collapsed when the jet struck the pavement, according to the ... (more...)
- August 24, 2019
Dale Earnhardt Jr . and his family recently experienced a frightening situation when their plane crashed as it attempted to land in Tennessee ahead of Friday night's NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Bristol Motor Speedway. "Amy and I want to thank everyone who has lifted us up with phone calls, messages and prayer since last Thursday". The cause is still under investigation, but surveillance video shows part of the landing gear collapsed when the jet struck the pavement, according to the ... (more...)
Patent Office to Tom Brady: You Are Not 'Terrific'
- August 24, 2019
The New England Patriots quarterback sought to trademark the phrase because he wanted to keep others from marketing that nickname in connection with him. It also said the trademark could lead fans to believe that Seaver endorses any product sold with the nickname. A judge ruled former New York Mets great Tom Seaver is officially "Tom Terrific". (more...)
- August 24, 2019
The New England Patriots quarterback sought to trademark the phrase because he wanted to keep others from marketing that nickname in connection with him. It also said the trademark could lead fans to believe that Seaver endorses any product sold with the nickname. A judge ruled former New York Mets great Tom Seaver is officially "Tom Terrific". (more...)
Enable thrills with stunning Oaks win 9:32am
- August 24, 2019
I haven't lost with her yet and we've won everything. Dettori said: "I let Magical come to me and when I kicked she put it to bed". Magical is no slouch - but she is absolutely wonderful, tremendous. "It was a gorgeous performance from her". "If she is back to how she was as a three-year-old when she won the Arc she will be mighty tough to beat", said Gosden. (more...)
- August 24, 2019
I haven't lost with her yet and we've won everything. Dettori said: "I let Magical come to me and when I kicked she put it to bed". Magical is no slouch - but she is absolutely wonderful, tremendous. "It was a gorgeous performance from her". "If she is back to how she was as a three-year-old when she won the Arc she will be mighty tough to beat", said Gosden. (more...)
Cardinals sign veteran WR Michael Crabtree to 1-year deal
- August 24, 2019
Crabtree had a work out with the Cardinals more than two weeks ago. The Baltimore Ravens released the 31-year-old in February, just one season into his three-year deal. White struggled to stay healthy, and when he was, he failed to produce. "He had some unfortunate injuries there in Chicago and trying to kind of reestablish himself, really kind of like his rookie year", Kingsbury said earlier this year. (more...)
- August 24, 2019
Crabtree had a work out with the Cardinals more than two weeks ago. The Baltimore Ravens released the 31-year-old in February, just one season into his three-year deal. White struggled to stay healthy, and when he was, he failed to produce. "He had some unfortunate injuries there in Chicago and trying to kind of reestablish himself, really kind of like his rookie year", Kingsbury said earlier this year. (more...)
Owen Farrell and George Ford included in England team to face Ireland
- August 24, 2019
But this showdown has been given extra bite by the coaches' decision to name their strongest available teams and the winners would surely take confidence from a positive result. "It is the third of four games for us and come September 8, when we get on the plane, we want to be ready to go. We have a specific way of how we want to play and the focus is very much on ourselves". (more...)
- August 24, 2019
But this showdown has been given extra bite by the coaches' decision to name their strongest available teams and the winners would surely take confidence from a positive result. "It is the third of four games for us and come September 8, when we get on the plane, we want to be ready to go. We have a specific way of how we want to play and the focus is very much on ourselves". (more...)
Kershaw passes Koufax on wins list, Dodgers thump Blue Jays
- August 24, 2019
The Dodgers unleashed their offence in the bottom of the third inning against right-hander Sean Reid-Foley (2-4), delivering a five-run rally with two outs. This is not something we see every day. "I don't take it for granted because you can talk about him as being one of the best ever". This will be Waguespack's first career game against the Dodgers . (more...)
- August 24, 2019
The Dodgers unleashed their offence in the bottom of the third inning against right-hander Sean Reid-Foley (2-4), delivering a five-run rally with two outs. This is not something we see every day. "I don't take it for granted because you can talk about him as being one of the best ever". This will be Waguespack's first career game against the Dodgers . (more...)
Streak ends: U.S. men's basketball falls to Australia, 98-94
- August 24, 2019
Patty Mills with 30 points led the charge against the team of Gregg Popovich, his coach at the San Antonio Spurs . But the Aussies gave us a great lesson in far as where you want to be and how you want to play in this type of competition. (more...)
- August 24, 2019
Patty Mills with 30 points led the charge against the team of Gregg Popovich, his coach at the San Antonio Spurs . But the Aussies gave us a great lesson in far as where you want to be and how you want to play in this type of competition. (more...)
Chelsea defender Zappacosta completes Roma loan
- August 24, 2019
Blues boss Frank Lampard is keen to involve Reece James when the young full-back is available following an ankle problem. I'm glad to be back here, Rome feels like my home because I live nearby, ' he said, via ASRomaPress . Wise for Chelsea to let Zappacosta leave? Captain Cesar Azpilicueta remains Chelsea's first-choice right-back, despite a shaky start to the new season in the 4-0 defeat away at Manchester United . (more...)
- August 24, 2019
Blues boss Frank Lampard is keen to involve Reece James when the young full-back is available following an ankle problem. I'm glad to be back here, Rome feels like my home because I live nearby, ' he said, via ASRomaPress . Wise for Chelsea to let Zappacosta leave? Captain Cesar Azpilicueta remains Chelsea's first-choice right-back, despite a shaky start to the new season in the 4-0 defeat away at Manchester United . (more...)
Hinch: Correa (back) likely headed to IL
- August 24, 2019
The 2015 American League Rookie of the Year missed more than 50 games last season with a back issue. The report said a reporter from the Free Press was told he was not allowed to access the clubhouse with the rest of the game's credentialed media at the request of Verlander, who pitched a complete game and allowed a pair of solo home runs in a 2-1 loss to the Tigers. (more...)
- August 24, 2019
The 2015 American League Rookie of the Year missed more than 50 games last season with a back issue. The report said a reporter from the Free Press was told he was not allowed to access the clubhouse with the rest of the game's credentialed media at the request of Verlander, who pitched a complete game and allowed a pair of solo home runs in a 2-1 loss to the Tigers. (more...)
Murray to step up singles comeback in Nadal’s Challenger event
- August 24, 2019
The Rafa Nadal Open in Manacor , Mallorca will be held from August 26 to September 1. Murray played his first singles match since January's Australian Open in Cincinnati last week, losing to Richard Gasquet , and was also beaten in the first round of the Winston-Salem Open on Monday by Tennys Sandgren . (more...)
- August 24, 2019
The Rafa Nadal Open in Manacor , Mallorca will be held from August 26 to September 1. Murray played his first singles match since January's Australian Open in Cincinnati last week, losing to Richard Gasquet , and was also beaten in the first round of the Winston-Salem Open on Monday by Tennys Sandgren . (more...)
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