The Vancouver Canucks wanted prospect Lukas Jasek to play in the CHL; now he finally gets a chance to prove himself against the world’s best junior players. Late-round draft picks out of Europe rarely make it to the NHL.
Day: December 27, 2016
Find your beautiful place
… d the charming, unspoilt beauty of Seal Rocks. National parks, dazzling lakes and perfect beaches are ideal for water sports, trekking, cafe hopping, whale watching and a host of other activities.
Silva hits defiant 43 to keep SL in contention
Eleven wickets fell on a day when a bowler-friendly track proved something of a nightmare for batsmen. Dhananjaya de Silva enhanced his rapidly-growing reputation with an unbeaten 43 as he kept South Africa’s strike bowlers at bay to see Sri Lanka to 181 for seven in their first innings at the end of the second day of the first test on Tuesday.
World ranking gap widens between US and Europe
World ranking gap widens between US and Europe Golf notes: World ranking gap widens between US and European tours; 12 players added to Masters field Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2hpROJt The European Tour is introducing the Rolex Series this year, which starts in late May with the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth and ends in late November with the season-ending DP World Tour Championship in Dubai. The other events that make up the Rolex Series are Irish Open and Scottish Open in successive weeks ahead of the British Open; the Italian Open in October; and then the Turkish Airlines Open and Nedbank Challenge in South Africa leading into the finale in Dubai.
Keep your eyes on Richards, Douglas at Russell Athletic Bowl
Keep your eyes on Richards, Douglas at Russell Athletic Bowl A rivalry renewed in the Russell Athletic Bowl, with Miami facing West Virginia Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2hq348C Miami gets yet another chance for what could be its first bowl victory since 2006. West Virginia is trying for its sixth 11-win season, and the first since 2007.
Mikaela Shiffrin wins special giant slalom in Austria
Mikaela Shiffrin wins special giant slalom in Austria Mikaela Shiffrin spent Christmas at Manuela Moelgg’s home and they shared the podium Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2hq6VCy Mikaela Shiffrin of USA takes 1st place during the Audi FIS Alpine Ski World Cup Women’s Giant Slalom on Dec. 27, 2016 in Semmering, Austria. SEMMERING, Austria – A few days after Mikaela Shiffrin spent Christmas at Manuela Moelgg’s home in Italy and trained with her, the American and the Italian finished first and third in a women’s World Cup giant slalom on Tuesday.
Alabama’s Gold, Washington’s Rondeau give teams their voice
… games on the radio. A transplanted New Yorker and hockey guy in the South. A former newsman who got hooked on college sports in Washington. Gold and Rondeau have chronicled the ups and downs, the good and the bad, of the Crimson Tide and Huskies, …
Report: LeBron’s Halloween party had Curry dummy
Report: LeBron’s Halloween party had Curry dummy We already knew LeBron James’s Halloween party earlier this year was filled with decorations… Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2hq8LmR We already knew LeBron James’s Halloween party earlier this year was filled with decorations trolling the Golden State Warriors for blowing a 3-1 lead in the NBA Finals .
In shape and in form, Ibrahimovic setting bar high at United
In shape and in form, Ibrahimovic setting bar high at United In shape and in form, Zlatan Ibrahimovic setting bar high at Manchester United Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2iAEwHP Manchester United’s Zlatan Ibrahimovic, right, scores his side’s second goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Manchester United and Sunderland at Old Trafford in Manchester, England, Monday, Dec. 26, 2016. MANCHESTER, England – Zlatan Ibrahimovic was weeks away from joining Manchester United when he was asked if, at 34, he could still cut it in what is widely regarded as the world’s most grueling league.
How Randy Gregory fared after 14-game suspension; will he play for Cowboys in playoffs?
Dallas Cowboys defensive end Randy Gregory smiles on the bench during the fourth quarter of their game against the Detroit Lions on Monday, December 26, 2016 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Dallas Cowboys defensive end Randy Gregory tackles Detroit Lions running back Dwayne Washington during the fourth quarter of their game on Monday, December 26, 2016 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
Tainted Suresh Kalmadi, Abhay Singh Chautala made IOA Life Presidents1 hour ago
… but later released on bail. The Pune-born administrator, also a former Congress Member of Parliament, was a powerful sports officials in his heydays. He was the president of Asian Athletics Association for 13 years from 2000 to 2013. He was last …
Top five Phillies prospects: Crawford, Alfaro fuel optimism
… pick Mickey Moniak. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2iACmYP Throughout the offseason, USA TODAY Sports Weekly will be profiling the top five prospects from each major league team as part of its Organizational Reports series. 1. …
These players helped, hindered fantasy owners’ title quests
These players helped, hindered fantasy owners’ title quests Handing out the hardware this season, David Johnson, Aaron Rodgers come out on top. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2iALufT The fantasy season is over, and it is time to recognize those players who delivered championships for their owners … and those who just got in the way.
Jerry Jones: Playing Romo not worth the risk
Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones says he does not want backup quarterback Tony Romo to play in next week’s season finale against the Philadelphia Eagles, despite the Cowboys having the top seed in the NFC and home-field advantage. Jerry Jones: Playing Romo not worth the risk Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones says he does not want backup quarterback Tony Romo to play in next week’s season finale against the Philadelphia Eagles, despite the Cowboys having the top seed in the NFC and home-field advantage.
Hall of Fame case: Trevor Hoffman will find the Mo to get in
Hall of Fame case: Trevor Hoffman will find the Mo to get in The erstwhile all-times saves leader stacks up favorably with his contemporary. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2hq08bT USA TODAY Sports is examining the most intriguing cases on baseball’s 2017 Hall of Fame ballot ahead of the Jan. 18 election results.
Bills fire Rex Ryan after nearly two seasons
Bills fire Rex Ryan after nearly two seasons Ryan compiled a 15-16 but never made the playoffs in Buffalo. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2hqdoNR Buffalo Bills head coach Rex Ryan leaves the field after losing in overtime to the Miami Dolphins at New Era Field.
2016: Another year that saw Sidney Crosby rule the sport of hockey
There was 2010, in which Crosby scored the “golden goal” for Team Canada at the Vancouver Olympics and amassed an astounding 60 goals and 126 points in 80 regular season games. There was also 2009 when the Pittsburgh Penguins captain posted 41 goals and 101 points in 80 games, before tallying another 15 goals and 31 points in the playoffs en route to his first Stanley Cup.
The Real MVP: Why LeBron’s value can’t be measured
… – NBA Finals PPG 35.8 APG 8.8 RPG 13.3 >>1st to lead in all categories in Finals history ESPN reported from Elias Sports Bureau that LeBron accounted for 57.7 points per game in that series, whether that was his own buckets or assists. To put that …
The Buffalo Bills Fired Rex Ryan and Rob Ryan
… rk, Stephen holds a master’s degree in public communications. Money well spent? I’d say so. These days he jokes about sports on the Internet. Professionally.
Colorado Rockies: What Does the Alexi Amarista Signing Mean?
According to published reports , the Colorado Rockies have signed Alexi Amarista to a one-year deal with a club option for the 2018 season. The Rockies have not officially confirmed this report yet but, if it’s true, let’s take a look at what this means for the team.
Nov 27, 2016; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New England
… looks on prior to the game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports “He was like, ‘Hey Asante. It’s Belichick,'” Cleveland recounted, doing his best Belichick voice impression. “He said, ‘We’re …
Cowboys rout Lions as Bryant catches two TD passes and throws one
With home-field advantage already wrapped up, the Cowboys didn’t let up in their seventh straight home win while matching their franchise record in victories, reached two other times. The biggest sign they were serious about this one came late in the third quarter, when Bryant took a reverse pitch from Dak Prescott and tucked the ball as if planning to run before pulling up and tossing a lefty lob to Jason Witten for an easy 10-yard score and a 35-21 lead.
Monday’s NBA roundup
Tobias Harris scored 21 points for the Detroit Pistons, who took advantage of a day of rest for LeBron James and beat the Cavaliers 106-90 on Monday in Auburn Hills, Mich. There was some booing when James was announced as a scratch before the game, the third he has missed this season.
Cowboys put on a show against Lions
The Cowboys won their seventh consecutive home game while denying the Lions a chance to clinch a playoff spot with a 42-21 victory on Monday night. Dallas coach Jason Garrett spoke afterwards.
Jokic has 24 and 10, Nuggets beat depleted Clippers 106-102
Nikola Jokic had 24 points and 10 rebounds, and Danilo Gallinari and Will Barton each added 23 points to lead the Denver Nuggets past the undermanned Los Angeles Clippers 106-102 on Monday night. The Clippers played without their three leading scorers – Blake Griffin, Chris Paul and J.J. Redick – but came from 17 points down to start the second half and took a seven-point lead in the fourth quarter.
Cousins has big fourth quarter to lift Kings past 76ers
DeMarcus Cousins made a go-ahead 3-pointer with 20.9 seconds remaining and added a clutch free throw moments later, lifting the Sacramento Kings to a 102-100 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night. After Ersan Ilyasova drove around Rudy Gay for a layup that tied the score at 96-96, Cousins made his second 3 of the game to put Sacramento ahead.
Report: Looks Like Darlington Nagbe is Sticking Around with the Portland Timbers
After circulating constant rumors of Darlington Nagbe’s impending departure from the Portland Timbers, the Scottish Sun have changed this up today and are now reporting that Glasgow Celtic’s pursuit of the Timbers midfielder is now off. According to the Sun, Celtic informed Nagbe today that they were walking away from the talks which would have seen him join the Scottish Premier League side for a $3.7 million transfer fee.
Findlay hockey: Gold beats Blue in alumni game
The Gold team topped the Blue 7-5 on Monday in the 38th Annual Findlay Alumni Hockey Game held at the Cube.
Arizona Coyotes’ Clayton Keller Scores Two Goals For USA In WJC
After suffering an early season injury while playing at Boston University, Keller returned to action just in time to be included in Team USA’s bid to steal the World Junior Championship. His offensive talent is among the highest in the USA hockey pool.
With LeBron James resting, Cavaliers fall to Pistons
The Detroit Pistons made the most of LeBron James’s absence, snapping a five-game skid with a 106-90 victory over the NBA champion Cleveland Cavaliers. Iman Shumpert of the Cleveland Cavaliers looks to get a shot off around Tobias Harris of the Detroit Pistons during the second half, at the Palace of Auburn Hills in Michigan, on December 26, 2016 A day after their 109-108 triumph over the Golden State Warriors in a Christmas Day thriller, the short-handed Cavs had no answer for the Pistons.
Penguins top Binghamton
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Short-handed Ants fall to Swarm
Playing without guard Julyan Stone, who was suffering concussion-like symptoms, the Mad Ants got strong performances from guards Jordan Loyd and Trey McKinney Jones.
Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers tells kids – match Andy Murray’s…
Brendan Rodgers insists Scottish kids have the talent to restore the nation as a footballing force – if they accept the responsibility. The Celtic manager feels he has seen enough in his six months in Scotland to suggest there is quality in the youth ranks.
Kilmarnock striker Kris Boyd says it’s time for Hearts boss Ian Cathro to do the talking
Boyd retains his stance that Cathro is out of his depth and is not capable of handling the pressure in the Tynecastle dugout. Boyd infuriated Jambos with his outspoken criticism of Cathro, whom he took his Pro Licence with but never chatted to, shortly before he replaced Robbie Neilson.
Brendan Rodgers insists Celtic youngsters will continue to get a chance to shine for the first team
Hoops boss praises Calvin Miller following his bow against Partick Thistle and vows to give more kids a chance to make the step up. The Parkhead manager is placing a big emphasis on youth and blooded the teenager at full-back against Partick Thistle last week.
Motherwell star Scott McDonald won’t enjoy wonder goal until…
The Aussie striker scored a jaw-dropping overhead kick against the Dons but was left frustrated as Mark McGhee’s men succumbed to a 3-1 defeat. Scott McDonald has already filed Friday night’s wonder goal against Aberdeen into the memory bank in order to focus on Inverness tomorrow night.
Celtic veteran Kolo Toure is the perfect role model for Hoops youngsters with his hunger for the game
For all the training programmes, words, advice and teachings, Rodgers had the perfect opportunity to show his youngsters first-hand what it takes to reach the very top. Away in the corner, at the age of 35, a World Cup finalist and Champions League finalist was working alone.
Playing for Rangers is more intense than anything I’ve ever…
The centre-half has cut it for nearly two decades in the top two divisions in England and reached a stage when he thought he would be digging out the pipe and slippers rather than sticking on the boiler suit every week. But he’s relishing the late bloom at Ibrox and is determined to savour every second – even if the game in Scotland is far tougher than he ever imagined.
Rangers stint in the lower leagues saved a lot of clubs from the…
Former Rangers boss Stuart McCall reckons the Ibrox side’s time in the lower leagues helped saved Scottish football’s minnows. He has also become involved in a bid to save the city’s rugby league team Bradford Bulls, who have gone into administration for the third time.
Aberdeen defender Mark Reynolds says receiving constant flak is a perk of playing for a big team
Mark Reynolds insists the flak Aberdeen took before last Friday night’s win over Motherwell was just a ‘perk’ of being one of Scotland’s top sides. The centre-back is adamant there was no panic as the Dons went through a sticky patch of only one Premiership win – a 5-1 thumping of Kilmarnock – from four games following a dismal defeat to Celtic in the Betfred Cup Final.