With Dallas enjoying a 3-0 lead late in the first period, Carolina’s leading scorer Jeff Skinner was left wide open right in front of the net. Skinner fired two point blank shots, but Kari Lehtonen made two pad saves to keep the Stars in control.
Month: February 2017
Ohio State loses star to foot injury
A significant improvement this season for the Ohio State Buckeyes has been their rebounding, which is currently ranked fifth nationally at 45.81 rebounds per game. A big reason for that has been the play of junior Stephanie Mavunga, who leads Ohio State with 11.3 boards per game.
Motley’s 25 points lead No. 6 Baylor in 70-52 win over TCU
Baylor forward Johnathan Motley drives past TCU forward Karviar Shepherd in the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017, in Waco, Texas. Baylor forward Johnathan Motley drives past TCU forward Karviar Shepherd in the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017, in Waco, Texas.
Golden State Warriors: Kevin Durant takes no chances, hires extra security
Golden State Warriors superstar Kevin Durant isn’t taking any chances in his return to Oklahoma City and has hired extra security personnel. The biggest game on the schedule in the NBA regular season takes place tonight, when Kevin Durant makes his return to Oklahoma City.
Warriors at Thunder: Watch Golden State online
Kevin Durant will make his long awaited return home on Saturday night, when the Golden State Warriors take on the Oklahoma City Thunder. There hasn’t been a game on the regular season schedule in the NBA that has been circle more times this year than the Golden State Warriors’ first trip to take on the Oklahoma City Thunder.
No. 14 Labette throttles Brown Mackie in return to form
The No. 14 Labette Cardinals returned to dominant form on Saturday – one game before facing fellow Kansas Jayhawk Conference leader Johnson County – with a 91-56 drubbing of the Brown Mackie Lions.
How will the 25-man roster shape up?
The defending World Series champion Cubs don’t have any major roster decisions to make this spring, other than to figure out who will lead off and which relievers compose the bullpen. is a plus for manager Joe Maddon, who likes to move players around.
Wayne Simmonds’ OT goal lifts Flyers over Sharks 2-1
Wayne Simmonds scored on a breakaway just over a minute into overtime and Michal Neuvirth made 23 saves Saturday, helping the Philadelphia Flyers end a three-game losing streak with a 2-1 victory over the San Jose Sharks . Ivan Provorov scored in regulation for Philadelphia .
Anderson has 33-save shutout in return to Senators lineup
Craig Anderson made his first start in 69 days and turned aside 33 shots as the Ottawa Senators beat the New York Islanders 3-0 on Saturday. Anderson left the club in early December to be with his wife, Nicholle, who is battling cancer, and returned to practice last week.
Eaves scores 2 goals, Stars beat Hurricanes 5-2
His first goal was one of three in the first 6:11 against Carolina goalie Cam Ward. In the second period, Eaves scored his career-high 21st goal, his 11th on the power play this season.
Blockbuster Trade
This is almost certainly out of the realm of possibility, and I’m not saying that it could happen if it wasn’t. HOWEVER, because it’s fun to play GM, I throw this proposal out: From the Wizards standpoint, would you accept a trade of Bradley Beal and Otto Porter for Paul George and Thaddeus Young? My opinion: I would.
Home favourite Dimitrov sets up Goffin final in Sofia
Local favourite Grigor Dimitrov brushed aside unseeded Georgian Nikoloz Basilashvili 6-1 6-3 on Saturday to set up a final clash against David Goffin at the Sofia Open. The 25-year-old Dimitrov delighted Bulgarian fans with a barrage of sizzling winners, including some scorching passing shots.
Pochettino lashes Tottenham players after Liverpool loss
Tottenham Hotspur manager Mauricio Pochettino accused his players of failing to deal with the pressure of a Premier League title race after they were outplayed in a 2-0 defeat at Liverpool on Saturday. The Londoners were lucky to be only two goals down at halftime at Anfield as Liverpool brought Tottenham’s nine-game unbeaten run in the league to a halt.
Zidane’s experiment with Real Madrid nearly backfired against Osasuna
When Real Madrid traveled to bottom-dwelling Osasuna on Saturday, nobody would have expected much of a match. The final score, a 3-1 win for Los Blancos, seems like a predictable result.
Mbappe gets 3 as free-scoring leader Monaco thumps Metz 5-0
Teen forward Kylian Mbappe scored a superb hat trick as Monaco thumped Metz 5-0 to restore its three-point lead over Paris Saint-Germain at the top of the French league on Saturday. The lead is effectively four points given Monaco’s whopping goal difference of plus-52.
Atlanta United are already scoring stunners out the gate in their first-ever match
Atlanta United haven’t played in MLS yet, but expectations have already been pretty high for the club. They’ve signed a batch of young, exciting South American talent, not to mention former Argentina manager Tata Martino will be at the helm.
Penn State makes easy work of Illinois 83-70
Illinois’ center Maverick Morgan looks to shoot as Penn State’s forward Mike Watkins defends during an NCAA college basketball game in Champaign, Ill., Saturday, Feb 11, 2017. Illinois’ guard Te’Jon Lucas looks to pass under the basket as Penn State’s forward Mike Watkins defends during an NCAA college basketball game in Champaign, Ill., Saturday, Feb 11, 2017.
Florida Panthers score 4 in 2nd period, beat Predators 7-4
Florida Panthers left wing Jonathan Huberdeau celebrates with Jaromir Jagr , of the Czech Republic, after Huberdeau scored a goal against the Nashville Predators during the third period of an NHL hockey game Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017, in Nashville, Tenn. Florida Panthers goalie Roberto Luongo dives for the puck as a shot by Nashville Predators’ Viktor Arvidsson gets past him for a goal during the second period of an NHL hockey game Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017, in Nashville, Tenn.
Johanna Konta recovered from losing her singles match to help Great Britain defeat Croatia
Johanna Konta and Heather Watson came from a set down in the final-match decider as Great Britain kept alive their Fed Cup promotion hopes with a dramatic play-off victory over Croatia. The British pair recorded a 4-6 6-4 6-3 success against Ana Konjuh and Donna Vekic in the doubles after a surprise defeat for Konta left the teams level following the singles matches.
Suarez nets 2 in Barca win marred by Vidal injury
… triker Ruben Castro hit the post early on in scoreless stalemate that increased the winless streaks of both teams. As sports columnist, Paul Woody offers an array of commentary on the sports scene in columns and World of Woody videos.
Preston North End 4-2 Brentford: Match Report
Preston back on song with big win over Brentford Aiden McGeady’s double helped Preston put a four-match Championship winless streak to bed as they came from behind to beat Brentford 4-2 at Deepdale. Tom Field handed the Bees an early lead but McGeady levelled with a magnificent strike and Callum Robinson gave North End the advantage after the break.
Bury forward James Vaughan strikes his match-winning penalty straight down the middle
JAMES Vaughan’s 18th goal of the season secured Bury a crucial 1-0 win at home against League One relegation rivals Swindon. The tight encounter was decided by a first-half penalty that was expertly converted by the in-form front man.
Rotherham 1-1 Blackburn: Match Report
Blackburn leave it late to take a point at Rotherham Blackburn scored a late equaliser to earn a 1-1 draw at fellow strugglers Rotherham. Jon Taylor’s 47th-minute goal had looked like it was going to be the difference between the two sides before an own goal from Stephen Kelly in the last five minutes secured Rovers a point.
Joe Allen adds to Sam Allardyce’s troubles as Stoke edge out Crystal Palace
Second-bottom Crystal Palace were beaten for a sixth time in eight Premier League matches under Sam Allardyce as Joe Allen’s second-half strike condemned them to a 1-0 defeat at Stoke. Palace were in considerable need of a boost a week on from the humiliating 4-0 home loss to basement boys Sunderland.
Middlesbrough 0-0 Everton: Match Report
Joel Robles saves point for Everton as Toffees hang on for draw at Middlesbrough Late substitute Rudy Gestede was denied by a brilliant late save from Joel Robles as Middlesbrough were frustrated in their efforts to clamber clear of the relegation dogfight at a freezing Riverside Stadium. Gestede rose to meet an 88th minute cross from Calum Chambers and powered a header which Robles tipped over the bar to deny Boro a first win in eight Premier League games.
Manolo Gabbiadini, pictured centre, scored twice for Southampton at the Stadium of Light
Manolo Gabbiadini rekindled memories of his namesake Marco on Wearside as Southampton cruised to a 4-0 Premier League victory at bottom-of-the-table Sunderland. It will be 30 years in September since Marco Gabbiadini arrived at Roker Park in an A 80,000 switch from York and forged a partnership with Eric Gates which brought him 87 goals and a permanent place in the hearts of Black Cats’ supporters.
Millwall 1-0 Southend: Match Report
Fred Onyedinma effort enough as Millwall edge Southend Fred Onyedinma’s second-half header proved enough as Millwall saw off play-off rivals Southend United 1-0 at the Den. The Shrimpers had midfielder Will Atkinson sent off in the 34th minute and the Lions took full advantage to secure all three points.
West Ham 2-2 West Brom: Match Report
Late Jonny Evans goal earns West Brom a Premier League point at West Ham West Brom secured a stoppage-time goal to rescue a 2-2 draw at West Ham. The hosts felt Nacer Chadli’s early goal should not have stood and were unhappy one of their own was disallowed – but they appeared to have secured a fourth win with goals from Sofiane Feghouli and Manuel Lanzini.
Northampton 3-1 Chesterfield: Match Report
John-Joe O’Toole bags brace as Northampton defeat sorry Chesterfield John-Joe O’Toole’s first-half brace set Northampton Town on their way to a 3-1 victory over struggling Chesterfield at Sixfields. Marc Richards was denied by goalkeeper Lloyd Allinson before Northampton went ahead in the 12th minute when O’Toole headed home from Hiram Boateng’s corner.
Luton 2-1 Crawley Town: Match Report
Danny Hylton late brace earns three points for Luton Two goals from leading scorer Danny Hylton saw Luton come from behind to beat Crawley 2-1 at Kenilworth Road. The hosts moved up to fourth in the League Two table thanks to the second-half brace from Hylton, which takes his personal tally up to 17 for the season.
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Palace rooted in relegation zone after 1-0 loss at Stoke
Crystal Palace’s Jason Puncheon, left and Stoke City’s Joe Allen vie for the ball, during the English Premier League soccer match between Stoke City and Crystal Palace, at the bet365 Stadium, in Stoke, England, Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017. Crystal Palace manager Sam Allardyce gestures, during the English Premier League soccer match between Stoke City and Crystal Palace, at the bet365 Stadium, in Stoke, England, Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017.
Terrence Boyd scored his first-ever Bundesliga goal today
Terrence Boyd has never been – and quite possibly never will be – a member of the New York Red Bulls , but he thought about joining the club as he explored his options once it was clear an injury-ravaged stint at RB Leipzig was at an end. Ultimately , Boyd opted to join Darmstadt, giving himself another shot at playing in Germany’s top flight.
Oxford Utd 1-0 Milton Keynes Dons: Match Report
Kane Hemmings secures late win for Oxford to end MK Dons run Substitute Kane Hemmings snatched a late winner as Oxford made it five victories in a row in all competitions with a 1-0 success over MK Dons. Hemmings glanced in a header from Rob Hall’s right-wing cross to end Dons’ own recent good run of six league games unbeaten.
Norwich 5-1 Nottm Forest: Match Report
Norwich hit Nottingham Forest for five at Carrow Road Norwich maintained their push for the SkyBet Championship play-offs as three goals in the space of eight first-half minutes inspired them to a thumping 5-1 home win over Nottingham Forest. Jonny Howson’s 10th-minute piledriver opened the floodgates at Carrow Road, with Josh Murphy quickly adding a second from a tight angle before Wes Hoolahan lobbed in a third from well outside the box.
Man Utd 2-0 Watford: Match Report
Anthony Martial returns to form as Manchester United see off Watford Anthony Martial impressed on his return to the Manchester United starting line-up, scoring one and providing the other as Jose Mourinho’s men comfortably overcame Watford. The player started brightly when he arrived from Monaco but has struggled to recapture that form this term, with his lack of game time leading to questions over his happiness and Old Trafford future.
Falkirk 3-0 Dundee Utd: Match Report
Falkirk claim comfortable Dundee United win to move third in the Championship Falkirk moved above Morton into third place in the Ladbrokes Championship with an impressive 3-0 victory over Dundee United at Falkirk Stadium. Falkirk took the lead in the fifth minute when a cross from Lee Miller was headed home via the underside of the crossbar by John Baird.
Thurlow Nunn League Round-Up: Duguid celebrates his first victory as Stanway boss
STANWAY ROVERS won their first game since Karl Duguid took over as manager following a 2-1 victory at home to BRANTHAM ATHLETIC. Rovers have played four times since the Colchester United legend was appointed at Christmas – losing three before drawing at Thetford Town last Saturday.
Giovanni Santillan Wins Along With Villa and Dutchover in SoCal
In a night of rugged tests, but no upsets, Giovanni Santillan found Mexico’s Omar Tienda to be a stonewall of a human being as he hammered and hammered but never could completely crack the challenger on Friday night. Santillan returned to the Doubletree Hotel and navigated his way to a victory by unanimous decision over Tienda after eight rounds in a super lightweight contest.
Warwick
Aintree My Dream has been well beaten in better company since winning one of these events at Carlisle. He should finish closer today but BUSTER THOMAS is less exposed and made a winning start under Rules when landing a novices’ hurdle at Lingfield in December.