The nastier-than-nasty left-hander, who makes his living fooling hitters and whose ability to pitch extended innings in October carried Cleveland to within one victory of a World Series title last season, will leave spring training next month to play for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic.
Day: February 22, 2017
Cavs Sign Forward Derrick Williams To Second 10-day Contract
The NBA champions have been impressed with Williams, a former No. 2 overall pick, and it’s likely they will sign him for the remainder of the season when his current contract expires.
Calgary Olympic bid exploration committee seeks public input online
The committee tasked with exploring whether Calgary should bid for the 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games is now looking for public input on the matter. An online questionnaire at the website ShouldCalgaryBid.com is asking people living in the city and the Bow Valley corridor for perspectives on the economic, cultural and environmental impacts of hosting the games.
Klapisch: CC Sabathia thinking about 2018 and beyond
… goes nuclear from there. Today the veteran spends his free hours with family or friends, “just hanging out, watching sports or playing video games,” he said. One look at Sabathia suggests a life that’s indeed cleaner and more honest than it was in …
Wake Forest vs. Pittsburgh
Odds: Wake Forest is favored by 6 points. Over/Under is 157.5 points. Ken Pom projects Wake Forest to win 84-76 .
Ryan Anderson, Eric Gordon ready for homecoming in New Orleans
When Eric Gordon won the NBA 3-point shooting contest, he said he had the advantage of familiarity with the Smoothie King Center rims. Ryan Anderson, who like Gordon, will face the Pelicans for the first time in New Orleans since signing with the Rockets, was not sure about any advantage but was happy to be back.
MLB veterans chafe at Rob Manfred’s vision: ‘Always some stupid new rule’
… you take away the sanctity of the game and the character of it,” Texas Rangers catcher Jonathan Lucroy told USA TODAY Sports. “The game has been played like this way for 150 years, and now we’re going to change it? I understand trying to speed up …
Rockets’ James Harden will be without an agent when Rob Pelinka
Once Rob Pelinka completes the process of going from player agent to Lakers general manager, Rockets guard James Harden will be a max-contract without representation. But he said he has not been barraged by agents trying to recruit him.
Female coach on losing side in Asian Champions League
After the 7-0 rout mercifully ended, Luiz Felipe Scolari walked over and shook hands with counterpart Chan Yuen-ting, then gave her a warm, almost fatherly pat on the head Female coach on losing side in Asian Champions League After the 7-0 rout mercifully ended, Luiz Felipe Scolari walked over and shook hands with counterpart Chan Yuen-ting, then gave her a warm, almost fatherly pat on the head Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2m7RyT0 After the 7-0 rout mercifully ended, Luiz Felipe Scolari walked over and shook hands with counterpart Chan Yuen-ting, then gave her a warm, almost fatherly pat on the head.
Pac-12 return for Matt Lubick is coach’s 4th job in 3 months
Pac-12 return for Matt Lubick is coach’s 4th job in 3 months Matt Lubick has returned to the Pac-12 at Washington, the assistant coach’s fourth job in three months Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2lx4LBJ SEATTLE – Matt Lubick has returned to the Pac-12 at Washington, the assistant coach’s fourth job in three months after brief stops at two other Power Five conference teams since the end of last season. Washington coach Chris Petersen on Wednesday announced the addition of Lubick to his staff as wide receivers coach and co-offensive coordinator.
Rising star De Haitre leads Canadian speedskaters at sprint championships
But the teenaged upstart had been aware that an up-close look at the 2014 Olympics, showcase of the planet’s finest athletes, would be a great investment. So the Cumberland, Ont., speedskater soaked up the experience.
Healthy A.J. Pollock aims to exceed 2015 breakout season
Arizona Diamondbacks center fielder A.J. Pollock is back, healthy, and confident he can exceed the breakout season he put together in 2015 Healthy A.J. Pollock aims to exceed 2015 breakout season Arizona Diamondbacks center fielder A.J. Pollock is back, healthy, and confident he can exceed the breakout season he put together in 2015 Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2lxack2 SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – One of the best facts about this year’s Arizona Diamondbacks: A.J. Pollock is back, healthy, and confident he can exceed the breakout season he put together in 2015.
Led by Nikola Jokic, Nuggets in contention for playoff spot
The Denver Nuggets have a tenuous hold on the eighth and final playoff spot in the West with 26 games remaining Led by Nikola Jokic, Nuggets in contention for playoff spot The Denver Nuggets have a tenuous hold on the eighth and final playoff spot in the West with 26 games remaining Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2lx5kew DENVER – Nikola Jokic wouldn’t mind a few more days of rest after his return from the All-Star festivities. With 26 games remaining, the Denver Nuggets have a tenuous hold on the eighth and final playoff spot in the West.
Richard Jefferson wore ‘Flat World Champs’ shirt
Richard Jefferson wore ‘Flat World Champs’ shirt Well done. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James and forward Richard Jefferson and center Tristan Thompson and guard Kyrie Irving and guard Iman Shumpert wait for play to begin against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at the American Airlines Center.
The NCAA is coming hard for Ole Miss coach Hugh Freeze
The NCAA is coming hard for Ole Miss coach Hugh Freeze The Rebels football program has been charged with serious NCAA violations. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2lwVGZx No matter how bad this gets, when Hugh Freeze looks back on the end of his coaching career – which might be upon us sooner rather than later – the truth is that every bit of the indignity he suffered Wednesday was worth it.
Couple unhappy with USA Gymnastics handling
… portion at the 2014 P&G Championships at the CONSOL Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports usp ORG XMIT: USATSI-188736 [Via MerlinFTP Drop] A former men’s gymnastics coach at the Olympic Training Center was accused of …
Ilyasova to Hawks
Woj just tweeted that Philly is finalizing a deal to atlanta for two second rounders and Tiago Splitter… thoughts? Splitter is owed 8.25 this year… Ilyasova is a free agent with 8.4 M owed… so salaries cancel out. looks like we just got two second rounders. Not sure what to think yet
Carey Price Ties for 3rd-Most Victories in Habs History
Montreal Canadiens netminder Carey Price tied Ken Dryden for the third-most victories in franchise history with the team’s 3-2 win over the New York Rangers on Tuesday, per Sportsnet Stats . it doesn’t take anything away from his accomplishment.
Danica Patrick’s failure in ‘clutch moments’ to blame for NASCAR losses, says Kurt Busch
Entering her fifth season as a NASCAR driver, Danica Patrick is still looking for her first win. Teammate Kurt Busch think he knows why: she struggles “in those clutch moments.”
Hazard and Chelsea team-mates amazed by magician
The Chelsea attacker got a taste of his own medicine of sorts when magician Ben Hanlin performed a trick in the dressing room Eden Hazard is known for producing magic on the pitch, but this time it was he who was left amazed by a different kind in the Chelsea dressing room. The Blues players have previously been left in shock by David Luiz’s tricks , but this time it was television magician Ben Hanlin who had them aghast.
Mourinho blasts FA for Chelsea quarter-final scheduling
Jose Mourinho has hit out at the decision to stage Manchester United’s FA Cup quarter-final against Chelsea on a Monday night next month just three days before they play in the Europa League. But the United boss insisted that he will not disrespect the competition by fielding a weakened team, as Manchester City did when they were thrashed in the FA Cup at Chelsea last season.
In Sweden, Governor General talks immigration, refugees alongside trade
The Governor General says Swedish officials have shown a keen interest in Canada’s private sponsorship system for refugees as the Scandinavian country looks to overcome immigration challenges. David Johnston says the idea of mobilizing private groups to sponsor refugees and help them out financially when they first arrive in Canada is a foreign concept to many countries, including Sweden, which has seen its refugee and immigration program come under fire in the past week by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Danica Patrick says she has gotten numerous concussions during her career
… a hard collision with the wall at Homestead-Miami Speedway in her rookie IndyCar season in 2005, telling USA TODAY Sports in 2015, “I got knocked out, probably, for a second. I got out of the car, and I don’t remember anything, and I stumbled …
MLB players’ union approves dugout signal for intentional walks
… a blue moon you get an intentional airmail and it could score a run,” Blue Jays reliever Jason Grilli told USA TODAY Sports. “So you’re taking away potential bloopers, or potentially the difference in a game. It happens, there are mental mistakes. …
Dakota Access oil pipeline activists set fire to building at entrance to encampment
Deadline extension to leave Dakota Access oil pipeline protest camp not granted Few hundred people remaining in camp must take their possessions and leave by Wednesday. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2ltYS87 Dakota Access pipeline protesters set some of their tents and teepees ablaze Wednesday as the deadline loomed to depart their encampment near the Standing Rock Sioux reservation, in what might be seen as a final show of defiance.
Why his engineers have Lewis Hamilton worried
… coming in and I hope they do something new. “Formula One is a bit outdated in the sense of, if you look at other sports, they are further ahead in the entertainment factor. Formula One is really catching up and they have a lot of catching up to do.” …
Former USA Gymnastics doctor charged with sexual assault
In this Friday, Feb. 17, 2017, file photo, Dr. Larry Nassar listens to testimony of a witness during a preliminary hearing, in Lansing, Mich. The former sports doctor at Michigan State University who specialized in treating gymnasts has been charged with sexual assault.
United cop big consequences for Europa progress
MANCHESTER United’s Europa League progress at has come at a cost, with Henrikh Mkhitaryan limping off shortly after opening the scoring against St Etienne to put his EFL Cup final hopes in jeopardy. Jose Mourinho named a surprisingly-strong line-up considering they arrived in France boasting a 3-0 lead for the last-32 return leg – a bold decision that backfired somewhat.
Pacers’ rumored interest in centers further emphasizes their lack of identity
It is anyone’s guess what type of team the Indiana Pacers want to be. They don’t attempt 3-pointers at a record pace .
Hats, auctions and races highlight Hospice Benefit
On Saturday night, the races were on and the women at the event wore fashionable hats or a fascinator. Many of the men sported derbies and bow ties, also traditional Kentucky Derby outfits.
Manchester United secure Europa League progress against St Etienne at a cost
Manchester United secured Europa League progress at a cost, with Henrikh Mkhitaryan limping off shortly after opening the scoring against St Etienne to put his EFL Cup final hopes in jeopardy. Jose Mourinho named a surprisingly-strong line-up considering they arrived in France boasting a 3-0 lead for the last-32 return leg – a bold decision that backfired somewhat.
Brady begins investigation into stolen SB jersey
Brady begins investigation into stolen SB jersey Tom Brady: Still really great at social media. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: New England Patriots QB Tom Brady #12 calls signals at the line against the Atlanta Falcons at Super Bowl 51 on Sunday, February 5, 2017 in Houston, TX.
Breakout Potential: Rise of the HS Pitcher
The Phillies farm system has received mixed reviews this offseason. It has gotten positive reviews for its major league ready hitting and pitching.
Cavs sign forward Derrick Williams to second 10-day contract
Cavs sign forward Derrick Williams to second 10-day contract The Cavaliers have signed forward Derrick Williams to a second 10-day contract Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2lwhrIW The NBA champions have been impressed with Williams, a former No. 2 overall pick, and it’s likely they will sign him for the remainder of the season when his current contract expires.
Suns again assign slam-dunk runner-up Jones to D-league
The Phoenix Suns have again assigned forward Derrick Jones Jr. to Northern Arizona, its affiliate in the NBA Development League. Jones was the runner-up to Glenn Robinson III in the NBA Slam Dunk competition over the weekend Suns again assign slam-dunk runner-up Jones to D-league The Phoenix Suns have again assigned forward Derrick Jones Jr. to Northern Arizona, its affiliate in the NBA Development League.
Paul George wants to stay, if Pacers can win
… of them all, it came with one qualifier. According to a person with knowledge of the meeting who spoke to USA TODAY Sports on the condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the situation, that is the crossroads that Pacers president Larry …
NBA Trade Rumor: Indiana Pacers looking to move Paul George?
Paul George is being dangled on the trade block right before the trade deadline. Mylo and Amar give their takes on if the Utah Jazz should go after him.
Patriots coach named as possible witness at Hernandez trial
To continue reading up to 10 premium articles, you must register , or sign up and take advantage of this exclusive offer: Boston – New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick has been added to a list of people who could be called to testify at the double murder trial of former player Aaron Hernandez. Hernandez is charged with the drive-by slayings of Daniel de Abreu and Safiro Furtado in Boston in 2012.
Tom Brady creates ‘suspect board’ to find missing Super Bowl jersey
As the investigation for the jersey valued at half a million dollars continues, the Patriots quarterback decided to get in on the action and hilariously shared a photo of a board of potential suspects on his Instagram account Wednesday.
Marlins’ Ichiro held out of workouts following collision
” The Marlins held Ichiro Suzuki out of workouts following an outfield collision during what officials termed a “communications drill.” Ichiro was kneed in the quadriceps on Tuesday by fellow outfielder Brandon Barnes, sending the 43-year-old Ichiro tumbling to the ground.