Jordan Murphy had 16 points and 15 rebounds and Eric Curry scored all 12 of his points in the second half to lift Minnesota to its fifth straight victory, 83-78 in overtime over Michigan on Sunday night. Reggie Lynch added 11 points and eight rebounds while battling foul trouble for most of the night for the Golden Gophers , who overcame a furious rally from Michigan to inch closer to an NCAA tournament bid.
Day: February 19, 2017
Ekholm scores in 3rd, Predators beat Blue Jackets 4-3
Mattias Ekholm scored the go-ahead goal in the third period, Juuse Saros stopped 35 shots and the Nashville Predators beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 4-3 on Sunday night. Ryan Ellis, Kevin Fiala and Calle Jarnkrok also scored for the Predators, who never trailed.
The Latest: West leads All-Star game 97-92 at halftime
Eastern Conference LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers makes a backwards dunk during the first half of the NBA All-Star basketball game against the Western Conference in New Orleans, Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017. less Eastern Conference LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers makes a backwards dunk during the first half of the NBA All-Star basketball game against the Western Conference in New Orleans, Sunday, Feb. 19, … more Western Conference guard Russell Westbrook, of the Oklahoma City Thunder, dunks during the first half of the NBA All-Star Game in New Orleans, Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017.
Trips to Capitol for Shen field hockey and Burnt Hills
The Shenendehowa High School field hockey team and coaches were honored at the state capitol for their perfect season and Class A state field hockey championship during the fall. The Lady Plainsmen defeated Scarsdale High School 2-1 to win the championship, finishing with a 21-0 record.
Andrew Putnam wins Web.com Tour event in Panama
Andrew Putnam won the Panama Claro Championship on Sunday for his second Web.com Tour title, beating Chris Baker with an 18-foot birdie putt on the first hole of a playoff. The 28-year-old former Pepperdine player earned $112,500 to take the money lead with $171,100.
UCLA basketball avenges their loss to USC
The first time that UCLA basketball faced USC, the Trojans beat them 84-76. That loss moved UCLA to 19-3 on the season and 6-3 in the Pac-12.
The Oakland Raiders expected to move on from Latavius Murray
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Tennis: Jo-Wilfried Tsonga ends drought with title in Rotterdam
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Have the Detroit Red Wings found new offensive chemistry?
… Tomas Tatar (21) during a game between the Minnesota Wild and Detroit Red Wings. Photo by: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports The combination of Athanasiou and Thomas Vanek has proven to be astonishing for the growth of Athanasiou as an offensive …
Nisswa Future Problem Solving teams advance to state8 min ago
Submitted Photo Nisswa Elementary School Future Problem Solving teams include Izaak Vanek , Hannah Kurtzman, Reese Glynn and Lily Nickel; Chris Low , Gavin Johnson and Drew Cline.
Washington’s Plum moves into 2nd place on career list
Washington guard Kelsey Plum’s postgame celebration Sunday consisted of hugs with family and friends, pictures with kids, autographs and then she was headed to ESPN’s nearby studios for a SportsCenter appearance, her second in two days. Plum scored 35 points to move into second place on the NCAA’s career scoring list and help No.
Utah Jazz midseason grades
… Rudy Gobert’s ability to affect shots is a key part of Utah’s elite defense. Picture Credit: Jeff Swinger-USA TODAY Sports One could look at the Jazz’s offensive stats and then at their current standing in the conference and division and be confused …
Ottawa Senators Fall 3-2 to Winnipeg Jets, Lose Stone and Hoffman
For fans of the Ottawa Senators , tonight’s game against the Winnipeg Jets felt like a slap in the face. Only a few hours before puck drop, we had all been eagerly anticipating our seemingly inevitable rise to first in the division, after an exciting win over the Toronto Maple Leafs combined with a Habs loss had put the team only two points behind the Montreal Canadiens .
Exploring the New York Jets-Kirk Cousins scenario
… to the Pro Bowl this year. Should the Jets trade for him if he becomes available? Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports Of course, Washington will still never let Cousins become a free agent. In all likelihood, we are looking at a classic tag and …
Chicago Bears draft targets: Jonathan Allen
Alabama Crimson Tide defensive lineman Jonathan Allen returns a fumble for a touchdown against the Texas A&M Aggies during the third quarter at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Photo By: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports It’s no secret that the Chicago Bears desperately need help at the quarterback position and in the secondary, but the team’s need for a more efficient pass rush may have flown under-the-radar.
Miami Marlins catcher J.T. Realmuto ready to break out in 2017
A former student of Carl Albert High School in Midwest City, Oklahoma, Realmuto put up huge numbers on the baseball diamond in high school. He set national records with his .595 batting average, 28 home runs, 88 hits, and 119 runs batted in as a high school senior.
County Clipboard: Mason to celebrate 50th anniversary of MPC scoring record
This Wednesday will mark the 50th anniversary of former Monterey Peninsula College basketball standout Mel Mason setting a Coast Conference and school record with 59 points in one game. “No record should last 50 years,” Mason said.
CCS Basketball Playoffs: PG, Monterey boys earn No. 2 seeds
Alisal’s Steven Castro shoots against Pajaro Valley during their game on Jan. 20. Alisal qualified for the Central Coast Section playoffs on Sunday. The Breakers were seeded No.
Georgia Tech Holds On In Front Of Raucous Crowd
I went to Georgia Tech for 4 and a half years. I went to a lot of games. It was so quiet against Presbyterian that I nearly had a conversation with their coach from across the floor.
High profile gymnasts come forward, claim abuse by doctor
… Newburg, listen to Judge Donald Allen Jr. rule that Nassar, a former Michigan State University and USA Gymnastics sports doctor, should s… (Robert Killips/Lansing State Journal via AP). Dr. Larry Nassar listens to testimony of a witness during a …
Dellin Betances sees no need to talk with Randy Levine
Dellin Betances doesn’t feel he needs to talk with Randy Levine after the New York Yankees president called the reliever a victim of “over-the-top demands based on very little sense of reality” by his representatives at an arbitration hearing Friday won by the team.
Yankees Dynasty: Remembering An Almost Forgotten Team
When recalling the Yankee dynasty of the 1990’s, there is often one team that is all but forgotten. There is a valid reason for this, and it’s a sore spot in many baseball fans memory banks.
Red Sox promotions, giveaways at Fenway Park during 2017 season
Promotions are one of the most integral parts of the link between baseball and the fan experience. Here are some for Boston Red Sox fans to look forward to.
No. 11 Wisconsin beats No. 23 Maryland 71-60 in Big 10 tilt
Wisconsin’s Bronson Koenig, left, knocks the ball away from Maryland’s Melo Trimble during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017, in Madison, Wis. Wisconsin’s Bronson Koenig, left, knocks the ball away from Maryland’s Melo Trimble during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017, in Madison, Wis.
All-Stars heap praise on Ginobili
Sensing this could be Manu Ginobili’s final season, several participants in the NBA All-Star Game heaped praise on the Spurs guard. “Manu will be in the Hall of Fame,” Warriors coach Steve Kerr said.
Cleveland Indians ticket sales up dramatically from 2016
For reference, last year the Indians didn’t sell their millionth ticket until Memorial Day. Pluto also notes that season tickets* are up roughly 50% from a year ago .
‘Here I come to save the day!’ Eaton likes Mighty Mouse look
Eaton, who is expected to start in center field a… . Washington Nationals center fielder Adam Eaton, right, blows a bubble during a spring training baseball workout Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017, in West Palm Beach, Fla.
FA Cup: Ibrahimovic rescues United, Kane nets Spurs treble
Sunday Feb 19, 2017. . Tottenham Hotspur’s Harry Kane celebrates after scoring during the English FA Cup soccer match between Fulham and Tottenham Hotspur at Craven Cottage stadium in London, Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017.
Ex-NFLer Stanley Wilson II again busted for naked home romp
Former Lions cornerback Stanley Wilson II was arrested in Oregon on Saturday after attempting to break into a home and removing his clothing. Police told KGW.com that they received a call from the homeowner just after 2 p.m. The caller said Wilson pulled up to the house before getting out of his car and advancing toward the homeowners in the garage.
A New Orleans N.B.A. All-Star Weekend Diary: Dunks and Skills
… the ball boys, are all part of an extended family with a shared interest. We all know this. It’s the nature of modern sports. It’s also the nature of adulthood-the stuff that happens in a circus is supposed to happen, it’s been rehearsed, …
Rangers slip past Capitals for 2-1 win
Mats Zuccarello scored a third-period goal and Henrik Lundqvist made 31 saves in the New York Rangers’ 2-1 victory over the Washington Capitals on Sunday. Ryan McDonagh scored in the first period for New York, which has won seven of eight overall and five in a row at home.
Kinsler still a Tiger after shrugging off trade talk
When the Detroit Tigers indicated they were willing to listen to offers for their top players, Ian Kinsler became a prime candidate to be traded. “This is the club I want to be on.
Black Caps lose close opening match
Black Caps captain Kane Williamson said the Kiwi side fought hard in their opening ODI match against South Africa. Photo: NZ Herald New Zealand came a close second in the opening match of their five-game ODI series against South Africa last night in Hamilton.
Man Utd to face Chelsea in quarterfinals
If Manchester United are to defend their FA Cup title they will have to beat rampant English Premier League leaders Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Less than an hour after seeing off Blackburn Rovers 2-1 at Ewood Park, United found they would have to travel to London to take on Antonio Conte’s side in a quarter-final clash of Premier League heavyweights.
Minnesota Twins pitcher Jose Berrios can feel his command improving
At one point during Sunday’s first round of live batting practice, Twins right-hander Jose Berrios knocked the bat right out of Byung Ho Park’s hands. Park shook his head and bent over to pick up the bat, while out on the mound Berrios stoically prepared to make his next pitch.
Report: Thunder Remains Interested In Trading For Wilson Chandler
After previous reports that the Thunder is interested in acquiring Wilson Chandler, it appears OKC is still pushing to get a deal done for the Denver sharpshooter before Thursday’s NBA trade deadline. The Vertical’s Adrian Wojnarowski said in the video below that both the Thunder and Clippers are teams that could trade for Chandler to gear up for a postseason run.
Price, Sox pleased with first BP session
As expected, Red Sox lefty David Price looked much farther along than Boston’s hitters on the first day of batting practice at the team’s practice facility Sunday. Outfielder Chris Young , the first player to step into the box against Price, did manage to get at least one good swing.
Speedway Updates: Skies clearing, racing starts soon
The sun is out among the clouds at Daytona International Speedway as a fleet of Air Titans and jet dryers work to dry the track before the scheduled start of the Advance Auto Parts Clash.  The bump in the schedule makes for a busy day at the track. As soon as the race is over, drivers and teams will get ready to compete in qualifying for the Daytona 500.
MS Dhoni replaced as Rising Pune Supergiants captain: 5 reasons why this move can backfire
… not be satisfied with any average performance on the field. Smith who scored a century and was one of the bright sports of Pune’s campaign in 2016, will have to deal with the constant pressure from the owners who will be keeping a close tab on the …
a Life happened too fasta : Young baseball stara s final year was filled with turmoil
A new guardrail stands above the broken remnants of the one Yordano Ventura crashed through in the early morning hours of Jan. 22 in the Dominican Republic. The Royals pitcher was killed while traveling a treacherous road that he had never driven on before.