Fredbird surprises Heidi Sexton of Chatham, Il. at the Cardinals WInter Warm-up on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2014 at the Hyatt Regency in downtown St. Louis.
Day: January 13, 2017
Harper, Nationals avoid arbitration with $13.6M deal for ’17
In this May 6, 2015, file photo, Washington Nationals right fielder Bryce Harper watches the ball after hitting a second home run against the Miami Marlins during the third inning of their baseball game at Nationals Park in Washington. Harper, Chicago Cubs pitcher Jake Arrieta, New York Mets pitchers Matt Harvey and Jacob deGrom, and Baltimore third baseman Manny Machado were among 146 players eligible to exchange salary arbitration figures with their teams, though most were expected to reach agreements.
Arizona Wildcats guard Rawle Alkins featured on ‘SportsCenter’s’ Top 10 Plays
Arizona guard Rawle Alkins lets go a yell after completing a one-handed alley-opp dunk against Arizona State in the first half of their Pac-12 game at McKale Center, Thursday, Jan. 12, 2017, Tucson, Ariz. Kelly Presnell / Arizona Daily Star Which of Rawle Alkins’ monstrous alley-oops from Thursday night’s game against Arizona State would be featured in ESPN’s “SportsCenter” Top 10 Plays, that is.
Cal D Stifles Washington in 69-59 Loss
Strong defensive efforts from both teams lead to low shooting percentages and a relatively low scoring game last night. Despite the game remaining close throughout, a late second half push by the Bears and anemic shooting from the Huskies ended in a 69-59 loss for Washington.
A father’s fight: Len Boogaard’s quest to end fighting in hockey
… Rideau Hall in early December, when Governor-General David Johnston held a one-day conference on concussion injury in sports. He was never introduced, his name not mentioned – though the surname would have raised more than a few eyebrows. While …
Glen Ritchey Sportsmen to host silhouette shoot
The Glen Richey Sportsmen’s Association is hosting a .22-caliber silhouette shoot on Sunday, Jan. 22 starting at 2 p.m. This event is open to the public, so if you have never joined us before, please stop by and enjoy some friendly competition.
Sharks defenseman DeMelo out approximately two months
Sharks’ defenseman Dylan DeMelo has had surgery on a broken right wrist and will miss approximately two months, the team announced Friday. General manager Doug Wilson said surgery was performed on DeMelo’s wrist on Thursday, and that he isn’t expected back until mid-March.
Laurent Duvernay-Tardif looking forward to Chiefs rematch with Steelers
Canadian Laurent Duvernay-Tardif and the Kansas City Chiefs will get a second shot at the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday. Kansas City hosts Pittsburgh in the AFC divisional playoff game at Arrowhead Stadium.
European Tour’s top rookies seek glory at Qatar Masters
Wang Jeunghun of South Korea and China Number One Li Haotong will make their tournament debuts at the 20th Commercial Bank Qatar Masters this month after finishing first and second in the 2016 European Tour Rookie of the Year standings respectively. The two 21-year-olds – who were the two youngest male golfers in the 2016 Olympic Men’s Golf Competition in Rio de Janeiro have frequently crossed paths around the world while growing into two of Asia’s most exciting talents.
Russian weightlifter fails retest of Olympic doping sample
… doping offense, though he remains the 94kg silver medalist from the 2004 Games. More than 100 athletes from various sports have tested positive during International Olympic Committee retests from the 2008 and 2012 Games, including dozens of the …
Orioles stars Machado, Britton reach deals at over $11M each
Orioles star infielder Manny Machado and ace closer Zach Britton have gotten hefty raises and will make more than $11 million each after reaching agreements on one-year deals. Both Baltimore players avoided salary arbitration with the moves Friday.
Ace Sonny Gray, catcher Stephen Vogt reach deals with A’s
Right-hander Sonny Gray has reached a $3,575,000, one-year contract with the Oakland Athletics to avoid arbitration. Gray entered 2016 with huge expectations as ace of the A’s staff then was scratched from his start opening day with food poisoning.
Frazier agrees to $12 million, 1-year deal with White Sox
Third baseman Todd Frazier has agreed to a $12 million, one-year contract with the White Sox after a mixed first season in Chicago. The deal Friday, which avoided salary arbitration, gives Frazier a substantial raise from the $7.5 million he earned last year.
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A Barcelona official has been dismissed from an institutional-relations role after he said Lionel Messi would not be as good if he didn’t have great teammates, the club announced on Friday. Barcelona said it relieved Pere Gratacos from his responsibilities because “he publicly expressed a personal opinion that did not coincide with the opinion of the entity.”
Keuchel, Astros agree to $9.15 million, 1-year contract
Dallas Keuchel and the Houston Astros avoided salary arbitration when the 2015 AL Cy Young Award winner agreed Friday to a $9.15 million, one-year contract following a subpar season.
Royals, Hosmer agree to $12.25M deal to avoid arbitration
The Royals and All-Star first baseman Eric Hosmer have agreed on a $12.25 million contract for next season, avoiding arbitration with a deal that could take him to free agency. General manager Dayton Moore has long been optimistic that the Royals will be able to sign their homegrown star to a long-term deal, but the price has risen considerably.
49ers interview Cardinals VP Terry McDonough for GM
The San Francisco 49ers have interviewed Arizona vice-president of player personnel Terry McDonough for their general manager’s job. Team CEO Jed York met with McDonough on Friday as part of his search for replacements for fired coach Chip Kelly and general manager Trent Baalke following a 2-14 season that tied the worst mark in franchise history.
Team News: Portsmouth vs Leyton Orient
Sammy Moore could make his first appearance of the season for Leyton Orient after returning from his loan spell at Dover Athletic this week. After a successful spell with the Whites, Moore is back at O’s and ready to play his part in helping them beat the drop.
Strictly Come Dancing 2017 – When’s it on TV and who could be in the celebrity contesta…
BBC’s celebrity dance-off will return for a 15th series in Autumn 2017. It’s far too early for the exact schedules to be confirmed, but traditionally the launch show is in early September followed by a two or three week break for the dancers to train alongside their professional partner before going live on Saturday night’s near the end of September.
Gabriel Jesus is not yet available to Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola, pictured
Gabriel Jesus will not be eligible to make his Manchester City debut in this weekend’s Premier League game at Everton, the club have confirmed. The Brazil international joined City from Palmeiras this month after a deal was agreed last summer but his registration has not yet gone through.
Georgia at No. 23 Florida is key SEC matchup this weekend
Kentucky’s Isaiah Briscoe and Malik Monk celebrate a score late in the second half of the team’s NCAA college basketball game against Vanderbilt on Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2017, in Nashville, Tenn. Kentucky won 87-81.
Photos: Spurs fans all smiles during 40-point win against Lakers
Spurs fan were all smiles Thursday night at the AT&T Center as they watched the home team defeat the rival Los Angeles Lakers by 40 points. Spurs fan were all smiles Thursday night at the AT&T Center as they watched the home team defeat the rival Los Angeles Lakers by 40 points.
How the Green Bay Packers can defeat the Cowboys in divisional round
Three wins stands between the Green Bay Packers and a fifth Lombardi Trophy. What must they do to take down the Dallas Cowboys? Ready for a revenge game? You got it.
49ers could be looking strong at Packers GM option
There has been a lot of chatter the past couple weeks about the San Francisco 49ers wanting to become the New England Patriots West. In the past week though, it has become more likely that it might actually be Green Bay West, or at least somewhat GB west.
Nfl 1 hour ago 7:17 a.m.Former Vikings coach Frazier signs on in Buffalo
Back in 2010 when the Buffalo Bills were in search of a new head coach, then-Minnesota defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier was interviewed by Bills’ general manager Buddy Nix. Nix ultimately passed on Frazier and several other candidates in favor of hiring Chan Gailey, and Frazier went on to become the Vikings’ head coach the following year.
Kenny Stabler was dazzling and demonized. This bio might rescue his image.
… seen at Legion Field.” That was Dec. 2, 1967. Alabama beat Auburn 7-3 in the bitterest rivalry I know of in college sports, and Stabler’s amazing 47-yard run was the game winner. Every other time in my life that I saw Ken Stabler he was, not to …
Touching all bases
… will be held every Sunday (except Super Bowl Sunday) starting Jan. 8 until Feb. 19 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Sportika Sports in Freehold. Overall, 18 Division II and III programs will be at the event, including recent Division II contenders like Southern …
Mavericks win over Suns was well orchestrated by Deron Williams
Here are the second-chance points worth making about the Mavericks’ successful journey to Mexico City, where they beat the Phoenix Suns 113-108 Thursday night before a crowd of 19,874 at the Mexico City Arena. Running the show: Deron Williams’ numbers were terrific – 23 points, 12 assists and 4-of-5 from 3-point range.
What 5 Free Agents Left In The Playoffs Could The Cardinals Be Interested In?
There is a lot less football to be played than there was only a few weeks ago. However, the playoffs are a time for players to shine and sometimes to see their last stint with their respective teams.
Kane Hemmings’s cup haul ignites race to become Oxford United top scorer with Chris Maguire
The striker has struck four times in the last two games, including a hat-trick against Scunthorpe United in the Checkatrade Trophy on Tuesday. The Scot provided the assist for Hemmings’s third goal in midweek and the summer signing from Dundee admitted there was a friendly rivalry to become the side’s top marksman.
Does College Football Really Need Another Playoff?
What if UH were forced to pass up on the Peach Bowl to play in a Group of 5 playoff? Sure, the TV ratings were down a bit , and sure those ratings continue to dip a bit year after year.
Minikus Starts 2017 With A New Ride And A Win In The $35,000 Ruby Et…
Minikus has taken the reins of riding Valinski S, who jumped in the 201 Rio Olympic Games with Australian rider Matt Williams. And he piloted the 15-year-old Dutch Warmblood to the top of the $35,000 Ruby et Violette WEF Challenge Cup Round 1 in the International Arena at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center.
Charles Barkley gloats after Clemson beats Alabama in title game
If South Carolina fans were looking to gloat if the Clemson Tigers lost a second National Championship to the Alabama Crimson Tide, then they forgot to realize the opposite can happen as well. Former Auburn Tigers basketball player and NBA legend Charles Barkley let his appreciation for Clemson beating the Tide show during Thursday night’s episode of Inside the NBA.
Poll: San Diegans still want NFL team in town
A San Diego Chargers fan looks on during the second half of a game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Qualcomm Stadium on January 1, 2017 in San Diego, California.
O’HARA: Lions’ tough finish ‘eye-opening’ for Quinn
The final numbers helped tell the story on where the Lions stood at the finish of the 2016 season, and the way they added up in the standings told Bob Quinn that there is still a lot of work to do. The final numbers helped tell the story on where the Detroit Lions stood at the finish of the 2016 season, and the way they added up in the standings told Bob Quinn that there is still a lot of work to do after his first season as the team’s general manager.
Johanna Konta beats Agnieszka Radwanska to win second WTA Tour title in Sydney
Johanna Konta defeated Agnieszka Radwanska to win the second WTA Tour title of her career at the Apia International in Sydney. Already a dark horse for the Australian Open title, Konta will now head to Melbourne as a genuine contender to win her first grand slam title.
A ‘Donald Driver years old’ (80) La Crosse woman one of 10 finalists as Packers Ultimate Fan
She didn’t believe it at first, but a nomination from the Packers Hall of Fame is well deserved if you ask anyone that knows Karin Troyanek. The 80-year-old – or, as her son wrote: “Donald Driver years old – La Crosse woman is one of 10 finalists as the Packers Ultimate Fan.
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger ‘relaxed’ about Mesut Ozil’s contract …
‘The pundits who talk… I don’t remember them playing, but they will remember me for the rest of their lives’: Ibrahimovic speaks to Henry ahead of United vs Liverpool Practical jokes, stealing T-Shirts and trainers and a comedy act with a giant phone… how Mourinho has turned United around after worst ever start QUIZ: Know your Leopards from the Panthers? See if you can identify the 16 Africa Cup of Nations team nicknames ‘I’ve been shaped by two greats… Ferguson and Keane’: Fletcher on Manchester United, illness and his Euro dream for West Brom Chelsea in talks over pre-season tour of China and Japan in effort to boost club’s profile in the Far East ‘I want to put my print on this club’: Schneiderlin keen to impress at Everton after sealing A 24m move from United West Ham are not the first club to experience Payet’s petulance… the Frenchman has a history of ill-discipline Super … (more)
Apia International 2017: Friday Sydney Tennis Scores, Results, Updated Schedule
Agnieszka Radwanska 6-4, 6-2 in Friday’s 2017 Apia International final and claim her second career WTA title. Radwanska, 27, suggested she was in the mood on Friday and when she was 0-30 up on Konta’s serve in the second game of the match it looked as though it could be a tricky evening for the Briton.
Seven stories in the news today, Jan. 13
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau begins the second day of a whirlwind outreach tour at CFB Trenton in eastern Ontario this morning, where he will have breakfast with soldiers before moving on to a jam-packed day. Trudeau is set to hold town halls in Peterborough and London, Ont., with a number of photo-opportunities in between including with youth from La Loche, Sask., at the Toronto Raptors training facility.