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Pirates give infielder Freese 2-year, $11 million contract
- August 23, 2016
Fister (12-8) struck out six, walked one and retired 11 of the first 12 batters. The Astros' 3-1 win Monday in the series opener was their fourth win in a row and kept them 3 1/2 games behind Baltimore, which holds the second American League wild-card spot. (more...)
- August 23, 2016
Fister (12-8) struck out six, walked one and retired 11 of the first 12 batters. The Astros' 3-1 win Monday in the series opener was their fourth win in a row and kept them 3 1/2 games behind Baltimore, which holds the second American League wild-card spot. (more...)
Neymar strikes a pose for Usain Bolt
- August 23, 2016
A 20-year-old student, named Jady Duarte , who posted photos of a hook-up with Olympian Usain Bolt on WhatsApp on Sunday night, is now saying that she's "dying of shame". Bennett, after pictures surfaced that claim to show Bolt getting close to another woman. "I've talked to Usain about starting a family and he says he wants to, and I'm sure he will now he's achieved so much". (more...)
- August 23, 2016
A 20-year-old student, named Jady Duarte , who posted photos of a hook-up with Olympian Usain Bolt on WhatsApp on Sunday night, is now saying that she's "dying of shame". Bennett, after pictures surfaced that claim to show Bolt getting close to another woman. "I've talked to Usain about starting a family and he says he wants to, and I'm sure he will now he's achieved so much". (more...)
Rio Olympics: Walsh Jennings, Ross rebound after loss to take bronze
- August 23, 2016
United States' April Ross, right, hugs her teammate Kerri Walsh Jennings, left, after defeating Brazil in a women's beach volleyball bronze medal match at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro , Brazil, Wednesday, Aug. Agatha and Barbara targeted her throughout the match. The bronze medal match is the gnarliest match I've ever played in in my career, because you either go home with a lovely medal or you get nothing. (more...)
- August 23, 2016
United States' April Ross, right, hugs her teammate Kerri Walsh Jennings, left, after defeating Brazil in a women's beach volleyball bronze medal match at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro , Brazil, Wednesday, Aug. Agatha and Barbara targeted her throughout the match. The bronze medal match is the gnarliest match I've ever played in in my career, because you either go home with a lovely medal or you get nothing. (more...)
Gary Kubiak suggests Paxton Lynch could start for Broncos in Week 1
- August 23, 2016
The San Francisco 49ers are halfway through their preseason schedule, and the quarterback position seems to have more questions than answers. Christian Ponder ran for a touchdown and threw for another in the fourth quarter and San Francisco pulled away to beat the Denver Broncos 31-24 in an exhibition Saturday night. (more...)
- August 23, 2016
The San Francisco 49ers are halfway through their preseason schedule, and the quarterback position seems to have more questions than answers. Christian Ponder ran for a touchdown and threw for another in the fourth quarter and San Francisco pulled away to beat the Denver Broncos 31-24 in an exhibition Saturday night. (more...)
Miami Marlins To Place Giancarlo Stanton On The Disabled List
- August 23, 2016
In his attempt to turn a single into a double, Stanton was seen laying on the dirt at second base and was helped off the field. Wright (13-5, 3.01 ERA) jammed his right shoulder while diving back to second base August 5 at Dodger Stadium. (more...)
- August 23, 2016
In his attempt to turn a single into a double, Stanton was seen laying on the dirt at second base and was helped off the field. Wright (13-5, 3.01 ERA) jammed his right shoulder while diving back to second base August 5 at Dodger Stadium. (more...)
Claressa's coronation: 1 fight remains for boxer Shields
- August 23, 2016
Briana Shields couldn't sit still from her front-row seat at Berston Field House Sunday afternoon. But she also wanted to show that female boxers deserve respect, and that anyone who grew up in similar tough circumstances can strive for their dreams. (more...)
- August 23, 2016
Briana Shields couldn't sit still from her front-row seat at Berston Field House Sunday afternoon. But she also wanted to show that female boxers deserve respect, and that anyone who grew up in similar tough circumstances can strive for their dreams. (more...)
Arsenal aren't afraid to spend, says Wenger
- August 23, 2016
Manchester United spent 89 million pounds ($116.50 million) to bring back Paul Pogba from Juventus and Vieira hoped the France midfielder will not crumble under the pressure of the tag of being the world's most expensive player. Talking about Arsenal's recruitment, Henry told Sky Sports: "Does the player want to come to Arsenal? ". Arséne Wenger: "What matters to me is when you have a club with 600 employees you have the money to pay them at the end of the month". (more...)
- August 23, 2016
Manchester United spent 89 million pounds ($116.50 million) to bring back Paul Pogba from Juventus and Vieira hoped the France midfielder will not crumble under the pressure of the tag of being the world's most expensive player. Talking about Arsenal's recruitment, Henry told Sky Sports: "Does the player want to come to Arsenal? ". Arséne Wenger: "What matters to me is when you have a club with 600 employees you have the money to pay them at the end of the month". (more...)
West Indies-India washout sends Pakistan top of world Test rankings
- August 23, 2016
The team - who've replaced India at the top - haven't played a Test at house in six years for security reasons. Simmons said it was important for the Test players to get some rest after the series against India, but hoped they would have adequate preparation ahead of the Tests in the UAE. (more...)
- August 23, 2016
The team - who've replaced India at the top - haven't played a Test at house in six years for security reasons. Simmons said it was important for the Test players to get some rest after the series against India, but hoped they would have adequate preparation ahead of the Tests in the UAE. (more...)
First test drawn as sodden outfield prevails at Kingsmead
- August 23, 2016
Heavy rain on Sunday left the outfield at Kingsmead patchy, muddy and risky for the players and despite two fine days there has been improvement in the surface, meaning no play was possible again. "We are sympathetic to the efforts of all the ground staff who have tried their level best to ensure match readiness despite the adverse weather conditions leading into this Test match". (more...)
- August 23, 2016
Heavy rain on Sunday left the outfield at Kingsmead patchy, muddy and risky for the players and despite two fine days there has been improvement in the surface, meaning no play was possible again. "We are sympathetic to the efforts of all the ground staff who have tried their level best to ensure match readiness despite the adverse weather conditions leading into this Test match". (more...)
Leicester rocked as Hull City stunner sinks the champions
- August 23, 2016
Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri insists that he is serious when saying that Premier League survival is the priority for his defending champions this season. Debutant Alvaro Negredo scored with his first chance in a Middlesbrough shirt as he rose above two Stoke defenders in the 11th minute to send Gaston Ramirez's looping header beyond 40-year-old Shay Given following a teasing cross from Albert Adomah. (more...)
- August 23, 2016
Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri insists that he is serious when saying that Premier League survival is the priority for his defending champions this season. Debutant Alvaro Negredo scored with his first chance in a Middlesbrough shirt as he rose above two Stoke defenders in the 11th minute to send Gaston Ramirez's looping header beyond 40-year-old Shay Given following a teasing cross from Albert Adomah. (more...)
Cincinnati Open: ATP: Murray reaches semis in Cincinnati with Tomic win
- August 23, 2016
There are not a lot of long rallies. "Go I'll go out there and give it a good go tomorrow and get a few days break before getting ready for NY". He defeated Canada's Milos Raonic 6-3, 6-3 on Saturday in a semi-final match that was affected by rain, reports Efe. (more...)
- August 23, 2016
There are not a lot of long rallies. "Go I'll go out there and give it a good go tomorrow and get a few days break before getting ready for NY". He defeated Canada's Milos Raonic 6-3, 6-3 on Saturday in a semi-final match that was affected by rain, reports Efe. (more...)
Trump's speech to African American voters wasn't fooling anyone
- August 23, 2016
Some 41 percent supported Clinton and 34 percent supported Trump. The Trump campaign said it and the Republican Party took in about $80 million, but it was unclear how much of that went to the Trump campaign itself. A disastrous stretch for Trump has helped solidify Clinton's lead in national preference polls and most surveys in closely contested states. Polls now mostly show Trump lagging Clinton by 5 percentage points or more nationally. (more...)
- August 23, 2016
Some 41 percent supported Clinton and 34 percent supported Trump. The Trump campaign said it and the Republican Party took in about $80 million, but it was unclear how much of that went to the Trump campaign itself. A disastrous stretch for Trump has helped solidify Clinton's lead in national preference polls and most surveys in closely contested states. Polls now mostly show Trump lagging Clinton by 5 percentage points or more nationally. (more...)
Leicester boss Claudio Ranieri sets high bar for Riyad Mahrez
- August 23, 2016
Drinkwater's performance against a quality Arsenal midfield that included £30million signing Granit Xhaka, who was completely outshone by the City man, certainly caught the eye. The 29-year-old snubbed a move to the Emirates in June after the Gunners triggered his £22million release clause and signed a new deal at the Foxes instead. (more...)
- August 23, 2016
Drinkwater's performance against a quality Arsenal midfield that included £30million signing Granit Xhaka, who was completely outshone by the City man, certainly caught the eye. The 29-year-old snubbed a move to the Emirates in June after the Gunners triggered his £22million release clause and signed a new deal at the Foxes instead. (more...)
Durant, Team USA Advance to Olympic Semifinals Against Spain
- August 23, 2016
It was only the second time in Rio that the US didnt reach 100 points in a game. Two wins from the gold medal most everyone assumed was a lock going into the games, there is still work to be done. "I can't worry about that stuff and that just keeps me calm in those moments". "They're good. Another team full of pros". After the final buzzer Wednesday, Ginobili was given the game ball . (more...)
- August 23, 2016
It was only the second time in Rio that the US didnt reach 100 points in a game. Two wins from the gold medal most everyone assumed was a lock going into the games, there is still work to be done. "I can't worry about that stuff and that just keeps me calm in those moments". "They're good. Another team full of pros". After the final buzzer Wednesday, Ginobili was given the game ball . (more...)
Rio Olympics: Britain's Laura Trott wins omnium; Germany's Kristina Vogel wins sprint
- August 23, 2016
His triumph comes five years after he was heartbroken to lose out to long-term rival Ainslie as they vied to represent Britain in the London 2012 Olympics. Trott finished second in the 500 metres time-trial on Tuesday morning, giving her two first-place finishes and two seconds from four disciplines and a total of 156 points. (more...)
- August 23, 2016
His triumph comes five years after he was heartbroken to lose out to long-term rival Ainslie as they vied to represent Britain in the London 2012 Olympics. Trott finished second in the 500 metres time-trial on Tuesday morning, giving her two first-place finishes and two seconds from four disciplines and a total of 156 points. (more...)
Olympic flag handed over to Tokyo for 2020 Games
- August 23, 2016
To usher in the excitement of the Tokyo games, Japanese prime minister Shinzo Abe lent his talents to the cutesy video package that aired live last night, portraying a version of himself unable to make it to Rio in time for the closing ceremony. (more...)
- August 23, 2016
To usher in the excitement of the Tokyo games, Japanese prime minister Shinzo Abe lent his talents to the cutesy video package that aired live last night, portraying a version of himself unable to make it to Rio in time for the closing ceremony. (more...)
Jurgen Klopp won't panic buy after defeat
- August 23, 2016
With no European football this season there is less pressure on the squad than there was during the 63 matches they were involved in during their run to the Capital One Cup and Europa League finals in the previous campaign. "Obviously there's no such thing as a free game because you want to win and get through but this is as close as it gets for us", said the Brewers boss, who was at Anfield between 1993 and 1996. (more...)
- August 23, 2016
With no European football this season there is less pressure on the squad than there was during the 63 matches they were involved in during their run to the Capital One Cup and Europa League finals in the previous campaign. "Obviously there's no such thing as a free game because you want to win and get through but this is as close as it gets for us", said the Brewers boss, who was at Anfield between 1993 and 1996. (more...)
Team USA Wins Third Straight Gold Medal
- August 23, 2016
It was also the farewell game for USA coach Mike Krzyzewski , who will be replaced by San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich . I'm a lifer in the game. He finished undefeated, 24-0, across the last three Games. Team USA beat its three opponents in knockout play by 73 total points. The Americans pushed a four-point first quarter lead to 23 points by halftime. (more...)
- August 23, 2016
It was also the farewell game for USA coach Mike Krzyzewski , who will be replaced by San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich . I'm a lifer in the game. He finished undefeated, 24-0, across the last three Games. Team USA beat its three opponents in knockout play by 73 total points. The Americans pushed a four-point first quarter lead to 23 points by halftime. (more...)
Pakistan top rankings after Windies and India washout
- August 23, 2016
The latest change marks a period of flux at the top during which the number one spot changed hands three times inside five days. Simmons said it was important for the Test players to get some rest after the series against India , but hoped they would have adequate preparation ahead of the Tests in the UAE. (more...)
- August 23, 2016
The latest change marks a period of flux at the top during which the number one spot changed hands three times inside five days. Simmons said it was important for the Test players to get some rest after the series against India , but hoped they would have adequate preparation ahead of the Tests in the UAE. (more...)
Donald Trump visits flood-ravaged Louisiana
- August 23, 2016
The Latest on Louisiana flooding (all times local): 9:30 a.m. Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards says people around the USA are just starting to pay attention to the extent of flooding that killed at least 13 people in the state. Perkins also chastised Obama for being "too busy on vacation" to visit Louisiana. "To the people of Louisiana: We are with you and will always be with you", Trump added . (more...)
- August 23, 2016
The Latest on Louisiana flooding (all times local): 9:30 a.m. Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards says people around the USA are just starting to pay attention to the extent of flooding that killed at least 13 people in the state. Perkins also chastised Obama for being "too busy on vacation" to visit Louisiana. "To the people of Louisiana: We are with you and will always be with you", Trump added . (more...)
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