Month: January 2017

Rookie Cook leads Raiders against Texans in wild card

Now they’re down to rookie third-string quarterback Connor Cook as they prepare for their first postseason game since the 2002 season with a wild-card matchup against the Houston Texans on Saturday. Cook was named the starter this week after Carr broke his leg on Dec. 24 and backup Matt McGloin injured his shoulder on Sunday.

Saints officially announce dismissal of five assistant coaches

New Orleans Saints linebackers coach Joe Vitt talks with James Laurinaitis during the Saints third day of training camp at The Greenbrier in White Sulphur Springs, W.Va., Saturday, July 30, 2016. (Photo by David Grunfeld, NOLA.com The team dismissed five assistant coaches Thursday, the most significant fallout in the few days after a third-straight 7-9 finish.

‘Escape to Margaritaville’ leads off 2017-18 Broadway in New Orleans season

Featuring both brand-new music written for the musical by singer-songwriter-author Jimmy Buffett and most-loved Buffett classics, the musical will premiere in New Orleans before visiting key cities around the country on its road to Broadway. The New Orleans Theatre Association announced today “Escape to Margaritaville” will launch in New Orleans Oct. 20-28, 2017 to kick off the 2017-18 East Jefferson General Hospital Broadway in New Orleans season at the Saenger Theatre.

Defending champ Djokovic to face top-ranked Murray in final

Defending champion Novak Djokovic survived five match points to beat Fernando Verdasco and set up a final against top-ranked Andy Murray, who had far less trouble winning his semifinal as he recorded a seventh straight victory against Tomas Berdych. On another day of chilly and windy weather Friday, Djokovic prevailed 4-6, 7-6 , 6-3 after the 42nd-ranked Verdasco, a crafty left-hander and former top-10 player, controlled the first two sets until the latter stages of the tiebreaker.

BNP Paribas Open – BNP Paribas Challenge Registration Begins

Registration for the 2017 BNP Paribas Challenge, the singles pre-qualifying event for the BNP Paribas Open, begins today and will run through February 17. The Challenge is slated for February 27 – March 4 at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, with one male and one female participant advancing to the qualifying draw of the 2017 BNP Paribas Open. First through quarterfinal round matches will be best of three sets with a 10-point match tiebreak played for the third set, while semifinal and final matches will be best of three sets.

Miller, Harris, Talib net All-Pro honors

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New ODI captain Kohli hails Dhoni

Virat Kohli has taken over from Mahendra Singh Dhoni as India’s limited-overs captain, becoming his country’s skipper in all three formats of the game, the Indian cricket board said on Friday. Dhoni has been named as wicket-keeper in the squads for three one-dayers and three Twenty20 Internationals against England, beginning on January 15. The 35-year-old Dhoni relinquished the limited-overs captaincy on Wednesday after nine trophy-laden years, which included two World Cups and a Champions Trophy.

White Sox claim OF Garcia; Coats DFA’d

The White Sox claimed outfielder Willy Garcia off waivers from the Pirates on Friday and designated outfielder Jason Coats for assignment. Garcia was designated for assignment by the Pirates on Dec. 31 after spending all season at Triple-A Indianapolis, where the 24-year-old hit .245 with 30 doubles, six home runs and 43 RBIs.

Nats add Watson to pro scouting department

The Nationals have hired De Jon Watson, the D-backs’ former senior vice president of baseball operations, to their pro scouting department as a special assistant to general manager Mike Rizzo. Watson spent the past two seasons overseeing Arizona’s scouting and player development departments.

Raonic beats Nadal, keeps Brisbane title defence on track

Rafael Nadal was up a set and had a break point against defending champion Milos Raonic when he sent a forehand just wide. Raonic made the most of the reprieve, holding serve in that fifth game of the second set and then attacking Nadal’s serve in the eighth to swing the momentum his way in a 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 quarterfinal win Friday at the Brisbane International.

Raonic beats Nadal, keeps Brisbane title defense on track

Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts after winning a point in his quarterfinal match against Milos Raonic of Canada at the Brisbane International tennis tournament in Brisbane, Australia, Friday, Jan. 6, 2017. Rafael Nadal of Spain reacts after winning a point in his quarterfinal match against Milos Raonic of Canada at the Brisbane International tennis tournament in Brisbane, Australia, Friday, Jan. 6, 2017.

Driver Pascal Wehrlein scored a championship point for Manor in 2016

The team failed to secure fresh investment ahead of the 2017 season, which begins with the Australian Grand Prix on March 26, putting hundreds of jobs and their future in the sport at risk. Geoff Rowley, joint administrator at FRP Advisory, acknowledged the team need significant ongoing investment if they are to continue competing in F1.

Funeral To Be Held For Carrie Fisher, Debbie Reynolds

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Derek Carr’s new contract

I truly believe that Carr could be the highest paid quarterback in 2017 especially with the cap going up ten million or so. Unless cook shows that he is an all star qb in the playoffs there is nothing Reggie will be able to do to prevent making him the highest paid quarterback.

Standout wrestlers

The high school wrestling season is heating up and storming toward the postseason. Here’s a look at 17 wrestlers across the state whose every move is worth watching for the remainder of the year.

Chris Brown to Box Soulja Boy Over Social Media Feud

A social media war between Chris Brown and Soulja Boy will apparently be settled in the ring with the help of boxer Floyd Mayweather . Both hip-hop stars have announced that they’ve signed on for a three-round bout that will be televised on pay-per-view and promoted by Mayweather’s companies.

Paul Pogba happy to see good friend Antoine Griezmann excel on world stage

Paul Pogba expressed his pride at seeing Antoine Griezmann establish himself as one of the leading strikers in the world as speculation mounts that the two could soon be playing together at Manchester United as well as France. Paul Pogba expressed his pride at seeing Antoine Griezmann establish himself as one of the leading strikers in the world as speculation mounts that the two could soon be playing together at Manchester United as well as France.

No date set to discuss Alastair Cook’s future as England captain

Alastair Cook’s position as England captain has come under scrutiny after a run of six defeats in eight Tests Alastair Cook’s future as England’s Test captain may not be resolved until nearer the end of this month. Cook’s position is under scrutiny after a humbling 4-0 series defeat in India before Christmas as England lost six of their final eight Tests last year.