At JetBlue Park, David Price already is working hard, preparing himself for his second season with the Red Sox, for whom he’s under contract to play for as many as six more years. And during one of his first interviews from spring training yesterday, Price admitted that Year No.
Month: February 2017
Power source: No. 21 Lady Bears softball has potential to be dominant
Baylor softball coach Glenn Moore has pieced together a lot of powerful offensive lineups during his 16 seasons, but this year’s attack has the potential to be the best. The two Shelbys – Friudenberg and McGlaun – are scary sluggers in the middle of the order.
Power source: No. 21 Lady Bears softball has potential to be dominant
Baylor softball coach Glenn Moore has pieced together a lot of powerful offensive lineups during his 16 seasons, but this year’s attack has the potential to be the best. The two Shelbys – Friudenberg and McGlaun – are scary sluggers in the middle of the order.
Gronk will party on and on
… an extra hour of partying. It all goes down Saturday at 8:30 a.m. and Sunday at 11 a.m. at The Gronk Zone at Boston Sports Club, 70 Station Landing, Medford. As with most free things, this is on a first-come, first-served basis. For more …
Gronk will party on and on
… an extra hour of partying. It all goes down Saturday at 8:30 a.m. and Sunday at 11 a.m. at The Gronk Zone at Boston Sports Club, 70 Station Landing, Medford. As with most free things, this is on a first-come, first-served basis. For more …
Celtics winning streak ends with sloppy loss in Sacramento
For every night when it seems the Celtics can score with any team in the NBA, there comes a time like the one last night, when the make/miss principle takes a fateful turn. The Celtics’ seven-game winning streak hit a wall with last night’s 108-92 loss to the Kings, deprived for the night of the suspended DeMarcus Cousins.
Celtics winning streak ends with sloppy loss in Sacramento
For every night when it seems the Celtics can score with any team in the NBA, there comes a time like the one last night, when the make/miss principle takes a fateful turn. The Celtics’ seven-game winning streak hit a wall with last night’s 108-92 loss to the Kings, deprived for the night of the suspended DeMarcus Cousins.
Spike Lee on Phil Jackson: I’ll pack his bags
The famous director and Knicks fan was asked by ESPN on Wednesday if he’d rather keep Carmelo Anthony or Phil Jackson. “I’ll pack Phil’s bags,” Lee said.
Spike Lee on Phil Jackson: I’ll pack his bags
The famous director and Knicks fan was asked by ESPN on Wednesday if he’d rather keep Carmelo Anthony or Phil Jackson. “I’ll pack Phil’s bags,” Lee said.
Knicks treatment of Charles Oakley is an embarrassment
It was a couple of minutes before midnight when Charles Oakley, once upon a time the muscle of the Knicks, walked out of Midtown South on a cold winter night. One hour earlier, a young cop stood on the precinct steps and began chanting “Free Charles Oakley! Free Charles Oakley!” That moment finally arrived when Oakley, dressed in a black suit, stepped into an SUV that made a right turn out of the station and sped down 36th Street heading east.
Knicks treatment of Charles Oakley is an embarrassment
It was a couple of minutes before midnight when Charles Oakley, once upon a time the muscle of the Knicks, walked out of Midtown South on a cold winter night. One hour earlier, a young cop stood on the precinct steps and began chanting “Free Charles Oakley! Free Charles Oakley!” That moment finally arrived when Oakley, dressed in a black suit, stepped into an SUV that made a right turn out of the station and sped down 36th Street heading east.
O’Keefe picked for SSV 15-under Country cricket team
BENDIGO South East College’s Ryan O’Keefe has earned a spot in the School Sport Victoria 15-and-Under Country cricket team. O’Keefe is one of 13 players selected in the Victoria Country team that will compete at the School Sport Australia 15-and-Under Cricket Championships.
NHL to Portland? Arizona Coyotes reportedly entertaining relocation to Pacific Northwest
Arizona Coyotes center Ryan White, left, celebrates his goal against the Los Angeles Kings with left wing Lawson Crouse and left wing Jordan Martinook, middle, Tuesday, January 31, 2017, in Glendale, Arizona. According to the Glendale Star , representatives of the Arizona Coyotes have resumed exploring Portland and Seattle as a possible new home for the struggling NHL franchise.
Jools Oliver reveals tragedy of miscarriage
… close friend whose baby was stillborn, and I can’t even imagine how you begin to cope with something like that.’ BBC sports presenter John Inverdale, who once disparaged Wimbledon champion Marion Bartoli by saying she was ‘never going to be a …
Cougars Den: CofC can’t overlook dangerous Northeastern team
College of Charleston forward Jarrell Brantley tries to make a layup against Elon at TD Arena on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2017. Michael Pronzato/Staff College of Charleston forward Jarrell Brantley tries to make a layup against Elon at TD Arena on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2017.
Niner Nation Pact
The cycle that the people went through here was very interesting. Doubt and disbelief quickly turned to excitement.
Pac-12 women likely in for a close finish
In this Jan. 29, 2017, file photo, Oregon State huddles with less than a minute to play against Oregon in an NCAA college basketball game in Corvallis, Ore. Stanford’s loss at home to UCLA Monday, Feb. 6, 2017, popped Oregon State into sole possession of the top spot in the league standings at 11-1 in the Pac-12 conference.
Moylan, Hendriks set for Australia at World Baseball Classic
Kansas City Royals free agent pitcher Peter Moylan and Oakland reliever Liam Hendriks are among the 28 players on Australia’s roster for the World Baseball Classic. Also included in the roster announced Thursday were former Seattle and Arizona pitcher Ryan Rowland-Smith and pitcher Warwick Saupold, who spent most of the season with the Detroit Tigers’ AAA affiliate in Toledo.
Free agent Romo close to finalizing deal with Dodgers
Sergio Romo is close to finalizing a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers to become their setup man. The 33-year-old reliever had a 2.64 ERA last season with the rival San Francisco Giants while being limited to 40 appearances because of a forearm flexor strain.
Panthers back from vacation, ready to start renewed playoff chase
When the Florida Panthers finished off the Anaheim Ducks with a 2-1 win on Friday night, they went into their so-called spring break two points out of a playoff spot. With 30 games left starting with Thursday’s game against the Los Angeles Kings, the Panthers – despite a mostly-disappointing season to date – are right in the playoff mix.
‘Bottom line, it is a deserved victory’ – Tuchel believes Dortmund earned shoot-out win
They needed a penalty shoot-out to see off Hertha Berlin but Thomas Tuchel felt Borussia Dortmund merited their DFB-Pokal progression. Thomas Tuchel was in no doubt Borussia Dortmund’s place in the DFB-Pokal quarter-finals was the appropriate reward for their efforts against Hertha Berlin.
Suns rookie Dragan Bender has ankle surgery
Phoenix Suns rookie forward Dragan Bender had an arthroscopic procedure Wednesday to remove a bone spur in his right ankle. The fourth overall pick last summer, the 19-year-old Croatian player is averaging 3.2 points, 2.2 rebounds, 0.5 blocks and 12.7 minutes in 38 games.
SN source: 49ers to hire Jeff Zgonina as defensive line coach
Sporting News has learned that Jeff Zgonina will leave his post as New York Giants assistant defensive line coach to join Kyle Shanahan’s staff in San Francisco. Sporting News has learned that Jeff Zgonina will be leaving his post as the Giants’ assistant defensive line coach to join Kyle Shanahan’s staff.
AFC Champions League: Who will the A-League clubs face?
The 2017 AFC Champions League starts later this month with three A-League clubs involved. But who will Adelaide, the Wanderers and Roar play? With Brisbane Roar’s superb win over Shanghai Shenhua on Wednesday night, there are three A-League clubs in the AFC Champions League group stage.
AP source: Marwin Gonzalez, Astros agree at $3,725,000
A person familiar with the negotiations says first baseman Marwin Gonzalez and the Houston Astros have avoided salary arbitration, agreeing to a one-year contract worth $3,725,000. The deal includes a 2018 club option worth $5,125,000, the person told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
No. 21 Michigan women down Purdue 72-62 on Gondrezick’s 25
Kysre Gondrezick hit four 3-pointers and scored 10 of her career-high 25 points in the fourth quarter, Hallie Thome added 15 points with two steals and two blocks, and No. 21 Michigan steadily pulled away from Purdue to win 72-62 on Wednesday.
Rams finalize coaching staff with OC Matt LaFleur, 17 others
The Los Angeles Rams have finalized new head coach Sean McVay’s staff of 18 assistants, including first-time offensive coordinator Matt LaFleur Rams finalize coaching staff with OC Matt LaFleur, 17 others The Los Angeles Rams have finalized new head coach Sean McVay’s staff of 18 assistants, including first-time offensive coordinator Matt LaFleur Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2kQ6Yde THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. – The Los Angeles Rams have finalized new head coach Sean McVay’s staff of 18 assistants, including first-time offensive coordinator Matt LaFleur.
Johns Hopkins pulls off flawless hidden-ball trick
Johns Hopkins pulls off flawless hidden-ball trick Flawless. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: The hidden-ball trick is a rarity in baseball.
Dustin Brown knocks off top-seeded Marin Cilic in France
Dustin Brown of Germany upset top-seeded Marin Cilic of Croatia 6-4, 6-4 in second-round action Wednesday to advance to the quarterfinals of the Open Sud de France in Montpelier. Brown, ranked 84th in the world, broke serve against Cilic once in each set and did not face a break point en route to his upset victory.
Reliever Romo close to finalizing deal with Dodgers
Reliever Romo close to finalizing deal with Dodgers Three-time World Series champion with Giants would become their rivals’ setup man. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2k54LX0 LOS ANGELES – Sergio Romo is close to finalizing a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers to become their setup man.
High school basketball player scores 92, opposing coach and Charles Barkley cry foul
The outspoken TNT analyst has criticised California high school player LaMelo Ball for scoring 92 points in a game this week. Ball, the 15-year-old brother of UCLA star Lonzo, took 61 shots, scored 41 points in the fourth quarter, and played very little defence as Chino Hills beat Los Osos High, 146-123.
Lakers vs. Pistons Game Preview: Motown during the Grammys
The Los Angeles Lakers roll along through their five-game Grammy’s road trip, next making a stop in Motown. The Detroit Pistons beat the Lakers a few weeks ago, but the purple and gold get another crack at the Stan Van Gundy-led team Wednesday afternoon.
Cricket: Could Kiwis return to play in Pakistan?
Brendon McCullum is one of five New Zealanders set to play in the Pakistan Super League Twenty20 competition. Photo / Getty Images.
South Carolina recruiting: How many offensive players will Gamecocks take in 2018?
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Notre Dame Basketball: Bonzie Colson Is A Top National Player of the Year Contender
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Gronningsater, Ling Garner ACC Weekly Honors
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Community Prediction: What will year two of Maxi Urruti bring FC Dallas?
Maximiliano Urruti was a spark that FC Dallas went out and got before the 2016. Most had hoped he would be the guy up top for the club in the scoring department and in some ways he did do well.
Lance Stroll is so much more than just another F1 pay driver
Canadian Lance Stroll turned 18 years old on Oct. 29. Five days later, he signed to race for Williams F1 in 2017. Stroll is the youngest FIA European Formula 3 champion, but word is that the Stroll family is paying Williams at least $25 million for the drive in 2017 — in addition to around $15 million spent this year to fund a discreet eight-circuit testing program for Stroll, using an unliveried 2014 Williams-Mercedes, to make sure that he knows the cars and the circuits before he makes his F1 debut.
Man United star slams Louis van Gaal: He made me consider my f…
The central defender is enjoying a new lease on life this season and has established a formidable partnership with Marcos Rojo. “I was on the bench at Wembley in the FA Cup final and during the last two months of the final season of Van Gaal last year I was fit and playing.
Barcelona are looking at Ronald Koeman – agent
That’s according to Frank de Boer’s agent Guido Albers who thinks the Catalan giants are keen on his client’s Dutch compatriot. ROMELU LUKAKU has picked his dream five-a-side team and it contains four of his ex-Chelsea team-mates.