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Two more positive COVID-19 cases in EPL
- May 24, 2020
Since the players returned to limited group training on Tuesday, eight positive tests for the virus have been confirmed. "In line with Premier League protocols regarding positive tests, he will self-isolate for a period of seven days before being tested again at a later date. (more...)
- May 24, 2020
Since the players returned to limited group training on Tuesday, eight positive tests for the virus have been confirmed. "In line with Premier League protocols regarding positive tests, he will self-isolate for a period of seven days before being tested again at a later date. (more...)
Boxing may return to Nevada in June
- May 24, 2020
UFC 250 between Felicia Spencer and featherweight champion Amanda Nunes is also expected to be held in Las Vegas on June 6 if the facility gives the formal go-ahead. The UFC's May 30 event, which would take place behind closed doors, will be headlined by a welterweight matchup between former champion Tyron Woodley (19-4-1 MMA, 11-4-1 UFC) and surging contender Gilbert Burns (18-3 MMA, 11-3 UFC). (more...)
- May 24, 2020
UFC 250 between Felicia Spencer and featherweight champion Amanda Nunes is also expected to be held in Las Vegas on June 6 if the facility gives the formal go-ahead. The UFC's May 30 event, which would take place behind closed doors, will be headlined by a welterweight matchup between former champion Tyron Woodley (19-4-1 MMA, 11-4-1 UFC) and surging contender Gilbert Burns (18-3 MMA, 11-3 UFC). (more...)
Ohio State game models show potential for 20,000-50,000 fans
- May 24, 2020
Gene Smith isn't ready to say he's 100 percent comfortable yet that there will be a full, 12-game college football regular season. "So could we implement the current CDC guidelines, state guidelines around physical distancing, mask requirements and all those types of things in an outdoor environment and have obviously significantly less fans than we are used to?" Smith said Tuesday that football players would be allowed back to the athletic complex June 8 for voluntary workouts, with strict ... (more...)
- May 24, 2020
Gene Smith isn't ready to say he's 100 percent comfortable yet that there will be a full, 12-game college football regular season. "So could we implement the current CDC guidelines, state guidelines around physical distancing, mask requirements and all those types of things in an outdoor environment and have obviously significantly less fans than we are used to?" Smith said Tuesday that football players would be allowed back to the athletic complex June 8 for voluntary workouts, with strict ... (more...)
Ryan Leaf Arrested for Misedemeanor Domestic Battery
- May 24, 2020
Smith Correctional Facility in Banning, California, on $5,000 bail, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Department . It's unclear what incident took place that resulted in his arrest. He turned into one of the biggest busts in National Football League history, throwing just 14 touchdowns and 36 interceptions during his National Football League career. (more...)
- May 24, 2020
Smith Correctional Facility in Banning, California, on $5,000 bail, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Department . It's unclear what incident took place that resulted in his arrest. He turned into one of the biggest busts in National Football League history, throwing just 14 touchdowns and 36 interceptions during his National Football League career. (more...)
Nike Signs 2020 WNBA First Draft Pick
- May 24, 2020
She stated there have been a wide range of situations in play, however crucial issue was the well being of everybody. Ruthy Hebard was drafted as the eighth overall pick by the Chicago Sky. Gianna Bryant, Alyssa Altobelli, and Payton Chester, all of whom lost their lives in a tragic helicopter accident in February, were selected. "It's so cool. (more...)
- May 24, 2020
She stated there have been a wide range of situations in play, however crucial issue was the well being of everybody. Ruthy Hebard was drafted as the eighth overall pick by the Chicago Sky. Gianna Bryant, Alyssa Altobelli, and Payton Chester, all of whom lost their lives in a tragic helicopter accident in February, were selected. "It's so cool. (more...)
NHLPA agrees to further negotiations with National Hockey League on return-to-play plan
- May 24, 2020
The NHLPA's executive board has authorized more talks with the NHL on a 24-team playoff format, the union said in a statement Friday night. More hard, complex issues lay ahead, and there may be details still to be hammered out, such as bracketing versus reseeding, but the players association's executive board comprised of 31 team player reps did authorize the union to move forward and negotiate outstanding issues with the understanding that the league would reopen with an expanded 24-team ... (more...)
- May 24, 2020
The NHLPA's executive board has authorized more talks with the NHL on a 24-team playoff format, the union said in a statement Friday night. More hard, complex issues lay ahead, and there may be details still to be hammered out, such as bracketing versus reseeding, but the players association's executive board comprised of 31 team player reps did authorize the union to move forward and negotiate outstanding issues with the understanding that the league would reopen with an expanded 24-team ... (more...)
Sessions, running for Senate, rejects Trump's criticism
- May 24, 2020
Recent polls show Tuberville leading Sessions handily in the Republican primary race. Sessions , 73, represented Alabama in the U.S. Senate from 1997 to 2017 but resigned when Trump appointed him U.S. No special counsel probe would have happened if William Barr, the current attorney general, was serving in the position at the time Sessions was, Trump asserted in early May. (more...)
- May 24, 2020
Recent polls show Tuberville leading Sessions handily in the Republican primary race. Sessions , 73, represented Alabama in the U.S. Senate from 1997 to 2017 but resigned when Trump appointed him U.S. No special counsel probe would have happened if William Barr, the current attorney general, was serving in the position at the time Sessions was, Trump asserted in early May. (more...)
National Basketball Association planning Disney World camp to finish season
- May 23, 2020
The league has asked team general managers for additional input on those matters. But the league has been working on countless return-to-play scenarios for several weeks, all with the caveat that testing would be an integral part of any resumption of the season. (more...)
- May 23, 2020
The league has asked team general managers for additional input on those matters. But the league has been working on countless return-to-play scenarios for several weeks, all with the caveat that testing would be an integral part of any resumption of the season. (more...)
RUMOR: Ravens interested in trading for Jets’ Jamal Adams
- May 23, 2020
According to ESPN , the two sides even talked about the possibility of a trade, something Adams is reportedly open to but that the Jets want no part of. Other than the Ravens, teams like the Dallas Cowboys have reportedly shown interest in adding the 24-year-old star. There were rumors heading into April's draft that Adams might potentially be available for the right price. (more...)
- May 23, 2020
According to ESPN , the two sides even talked about the possibility of a trade, something Adams is reportedly open to but that the Jets want no part of. Other than the Ravens, teams like the Dallas Cowboys have reportedly shown interest in adding the 24-year-old star. There were rumors heading into April's draft that Adams might potentially be available for the right price. (more...)
N'Golo Kante allowed to stay away as Chelsea train
- May 23, 2020
On Tuesday, it was announced that there had been six positive tests across three Premier League clubs, including one from Watford defender Adrian Mariappa. The France World Cup victor decided against training on Wednesday. A number of BAME players across the league have been reluctant to return to training. (more...)
- May 23, 2020
On Tuesday, it was announced that there had been six positive tests across three Premier League clubs, including one from Watford defender Adrian Mariappa. The France World Cup victor decided against training on Wednesday. A number of BAME players across the league have been reluctant to return to training. (more...)
Cowboys offered to make Prescott 2nd-highest-paid QB
- May 23, 2020
He was first suspended with the 49ers in 2014 before receiving a one-year ban in November 2015 with the Raiders. Smith will be able to take part in meetings with Cowboys coaches and teammates in the virtual offseason program beginning Tuesday. (more...)
- May 23, 2020
He was first suspended with the 49ers in 2014 before receiving a one-year ban in November 2015 with the Raiders. Smith will be able to take part in meetings with Cowboys coaches and teammates in the virtual offseason program beginning Tuesday. (more...)
Eden Hazard can win Ballon d'Or at Real Madrid - Martinez
- May 23, 2020
The players undertook individual sessions before working in groups on Monday, as La Liga clubs took a step towards resuming its normal activities. "So now we want to be all together and try to work as a group". In a video on Real Madrid's Twitter account , Hazard claimed: "Very excellent to be back on the pitch to deal with the kids. I just want to be ready for the next game", he added. (more...)
- May 23, 2020
The players undertook individual sessions before working in groups on Monday, as La Liga clubs took a step towards resuming its normal activities. "So now we want to be all together and try to work as a group". In a video on Real Madrid's Twitter account , Hazard claimed: "Very excellent to be back on the pitch to deal with the kids. I just want to be ready for the next game", he added. (more...)
Premier League 'confident as we can be' but could still abandon season
- May 23, 2020
And Masters admits the Premier League has not broached with its member clubs the question of what might happen if the season has to be abandoned. "The most obvious choice for me is the end of June". "I think it is impossible because it would be less than three weeks' training after a long period without doing anything. I've listened to all the arguments, I've been in the meetings, I've talked to the medical advisers, and I would be comfortable to do so". (more...)
- May 23, 2020
And Masters admits the Premier League has not broached with its member clubs the question of what might happen if the season has to be abandoned. "The most obvious choice for me is the end of June". "I think it is impossible because it would be less than three weeks' training after a long period without doing anything. I've listened to all the arguments, I've been in the meetings, I've talked to the medical advisers, and I would be comfortable to do so". (more...)
NHLPA board voting on playoff format to return
- May 23, 2020
Bettman said that access to tests will remain a key issue in resuming the National Hockey League season. "I feel like if you're doing the 24-team thing, it basically gives a team a chance that had no chance of making it, which if you play 82 there's maybe 6, 8% chance that the team in 12th place (in the conference) makes it", Carolina player representative Jordan Martinook said Wednesday, more than 24 hours before the executive board meeting. (more...)
- May 23, 2020
Bettman said that access to tests will remain a key issue in resuming the National Hockey League season. "I feel like if you're doing the 24-team thing, it basically gives a team a chance that had no chance of making it, which if you play 82 there's maybe 6, 8% chance that the team in 12th place (in the conference) makes it", Carolina player representative Jordan Martinook said Wednesday, more than 24 hours before the executive board meeting. (more...)
New York Knicks legend Patrick Ewing tests positive for coronavirus
- May 23, 2020
In Ewing's post that includes a statement from the Hoyas, it was noted that the retired NBA Hall of Famer "is under care and isolated at a local hospital". Ewing did not disclose when he tested positive to the virus, or where he believes he contracted it. He scored nearly 25,000 points and had more than 11,000 rebounds in his 17-year career. (more...)
- May 23, 2020
In Ewing's post that includes a statement from the Hoyas, it was noted that the retired NBA Hall of Famer "is under care and isolated at a local hospital". Ewing did not disclose when he tested positive to the virus, or where he believes he contracted it. He scored nearly 25,000 points and had more than 11,000 rebounds in his 17-year career. (more...)
Patriots owner Kraft's Super Bowl ring sells for $1.025 million
- May 23, 2020
Offered at a starting bid of $75,000, the 5.1-carat ring ultimately sold for $1.025 million, following 35 total bids over 12 days. It also has "We Are All Patriots 2-3-02" and "Greatest Comeback Ever" inscribed. He is worth $6.9 billion, according to Forbes, or $4.5 billion, per Bloomberg. The massive ring marked New England's fifth Super Bowl win, which it claimed after the trademark 28-3 comeback in 2017. (more...)
- May 23, 2020
Offered at a starting bid of $75,000, the 5.1-carat ring ultimately sold for $1.025 million, following 35 total bids over 12 days. It also has "We Are All Patriots 2-3-02" and "Greatest Comeback Ever" inscribed. He is worth $6.9 billion, according to Forbes, or $4.5 billion, per Bloomberg. The massive ring marked New England's fifth Super Bowl win, which it claimed after the trademark 28-3 comeback in 2017. (more...)
Jets signing quarterback Joe Flacco to one-year deal
- May 23, 2020
The one-year contract is worth $1.5 million. Due to a neck procedure he underwent in April, Flacco isn't expected to be cleared until some time around the start of the regular season. But the need for a veteran backup for Darnold was magnified last season when the quarterback missed three games with mononucleosis. The Broncos placed the 35-year-old Flacco on injured reserve in November after he suffered a herniated disk in his neck and they released him in March. (more...)
- May 23, 2020
The one-year contract is worth $1.5 million. Due to a neck procedure he underwent in April, Flacco isn't expected to be cleared until some time around the start of the regular season. But the need for a veteran backup for Darnold was magnified last season when the quarterback missed three games with mononucleosis. The Broncos placed the 35-year-old Flacco on injured reserve in November after he suffered a herniated disk in his neck and they released him in March. (more...)
Ex-49ers RB Carlos Hyde returns to the NFC West -- with Seahawks
- May 23, 2020
Freeman, who turned 28 earlier this year, had three years and $21m (£17.21m) remaining on his contract when he was released by the Falcons on March 16, two years into a five-year deal. Freeman, who was released by the Atlanta Falcons earlier this offseason, has a history of knee problems. Freeman earned a contract that made him the highest-paid running back in the National Football League at the time in 2017 in the wake of Atlanta's run to the Super Bowl in 2016, a season in which he ... (more...)
- May 23, 2020
Freeman, who turned 28 earlier this year, had three years and $21m (£17.21m) remaining on his contract when he was released by the Falcons on March 16, two years into a five-year deal. Freeman, who was released by the Atlanta Falcons earlier this offseason, has a history of knee problems. Freeman earned a contract that made him the highest-paid running back in the National Football League at the time in 2017 in the wake of Atlanta's run to the Super Bowl in 2016, a season in which he ... (more...)
NCAA lifts on-campus moratorium
- May 23, 2020
Grace Calhoun said in a release. According to ESPN, the SEC is still working on a reopen plan . Why would the NCAA risk bringing student-athletes back to campus, where it could potentially be unsafe, unless there was an option to play? For Indiana and other Big Ten schools, that ability to return remains dependent upon the Big Ten lifting its own ban on all organized team activities, which is set to expire on June 1 as well. (more...)
- May 23, 2020
Grace Calhoun said in a release. According to ESPN, the SEC is still working on a reopen plan . Why would the NCAA risk bringing student-athletes back to campus, where it could potentially be unsafe, unless there was an option to play? For Indiana and other Big Ten schools, that ability to return remains dependent upon the Big Ten lifting its own ban on all organized team activities, which is set to expire on June 1 as well. (more...)
Universal Orlando Wants to Reopen on June 5
- May 23, 2020
The Florida theme parks, which is seeking approval of its reopening plan from Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, proposed a "slow ramp up" of the popular tourist attraction, which has been closed since March. Universal will also continue the temperature checks for each guest prior to their arrival to the theme parks and Universal CityWalk . Teams representing the attractions presented their proposed reopening plans to the Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force on May 18th and 20th, and, as ... (more...)
- May 23, 2020
The Florida theme parks, which is seeking approval of its reopening plan from Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, proposed a "slow ramp up" of the popular tourist attraction, which has been closed since March. Universal will also continue the temperature checks for each guest prior to their arrival to the theme parks and Universal CityWalk . Teams representing the attractions presented their proposed reopening plans to the Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force on May 18th and 20th, and, as ... (more...)
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