Interpretation of the news based on evidence, including data, as well as anticipating how events might unfold based on past events Scot McCloughan, left, and Bruce Allen early in teh GM’s first season. The Redskins fired McCloughan on Thursday, barely two years into his four-year contract.
Day: March 9, 2017
The Latest: AP source: Saints set to add Fairley, Ginn
In this Sept. 19, 2016, file photo, Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler walks on the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles in Chicago.
O-line on mind, Vikings lose Kalil, reportedly snag Reiff
The Vikings didn’t announce any signings on Thursday when the market opened, but Reiff is the type of experienced, hard-nosed player who can immediately upgrade a group that collectively struggled throughout an 8-8 season in 2016. Drafted in the first round with the 23rd pick by the Lions out of Iowa in 2012, Reiff played in 78 of a possible 82 games including the playoffs.
Senior hockey talk of the town as the game returns to old stomping grounds
It’s a safe bet this is what diehard hockey fans in Port aux Basques and Stephenville will be thinking with senior hockey making its return in the two communities. The new West Coast Senior Hockey League will feature two Friday games with the Stephenville Jets hosting the Deer Lake Red Wings at the Stephenville Dome and the Port aux Basques Mariners hosting the Corner Brook Royals at the Bruce II Sports Centre.
Andersen makes 36 saves, Leafs playoff push gets boost with 4-2 win over Flyers
Frederik Andersen made 36 saves and Tyler Bozak had a goal and an assist as the Leafs jumped back into the final wild-card spot with a 4-2 win over the Philadelphia Flyers. Toronto now has 74 points – one up on the New York Islanders, who face the Canucks in Vancouver later in the evening.
Mariners 8, Cubs 6: Paxton dominant early, late rally secures victory
… Nick Vincent, Marc Rzepczynski, Dan Altavilla, Christian Bergman and Thyago Vieira . The game will be carried by Root Sports with a live radio broadcast on mariners.com. Radio coverage on 710-AM will be delayed until 7 p.m. (PST).
Cleveland Browns acquire a QB they don’t want in creative effort to finally find one they do
We all knew the Browns added a baseball guy, president Paul DePodesta, to their analytics-driven, outside-the-box thinking front office a year ago. Who knew they’d bring some basketball salary cap magic into the equation in Year Two? Arguably no team created a greater buzz than Cleveland on the opening day of the league year Thursday, when after investing more than $100 million in the offensive line – one year after letting two stalwarts walk in free agency – it acquired Brock Osweiler, but more importantly Osweiler’s $16 million cap charge in 2017, and most importantly a 2018 second-round pick from Houston, for a fourth-rounder.
Raiders mum about loan while Las Vegas officials have questions
… the Raiders told NFL owners they secured a loan from Bank of America, which helped fund Levi’s Stadium and other sports facilities. Generally, these deals aren’t like a loan to buy a house where the banks take over the home in the event of a …
Ballston Spa teens compete in ‘Survivor’ style challenge
Students Miranda Blaauboer, left, and Abbie Laime participate in Ballston Spa High School’s Warrior Project on March 7, 2017, in Ballston Spa, N.Y. Students Miranda Blaauboer, left, and Abbie Laime participate in Ballston Spa High School’s Warrior Project on March 7, 2017, in Ballston Spa, N.Y. Miranda Blaauboer, a senior at Ballston Spa High School, is second from left. She stands with her Warrior team mates in Dallas, Texas.
The Milo Games legacy
PROUD CHAMPIONS Boys and Girls Championship winners Diamond Vale Government Primary celebrate with their medals and trophies atop the competition podium A legacy of excellence in sport and education is ingrained in the students of Diamond Vale Government Primary School. This is evidenced by their showcase of stellar prowess, sweeping both the Boys and Girls Championship at the Kelvin Nancoo West Games that was powered by Nestle via its Milo product on Tuesday, at the Hasely Crawford Stadium, out at Mucurapo.
What does the Stephon Gilmore signing mean for the Patriots defense?
Get Patriots game stats and the inside scoop on the season with The Boston Globe’s Point After newsletter delivered for free to your inbox. The Patriots were shockingly active as the NFL officially opened its 2017 season.
AP source: USOC recommends USA Gymnastics president resign
A person familiar with the situation tells The Associated Pr… Hawaii has filed a lawsuit against President Donald Trump’s new travel ban, saying the order will harm Muslims, tourism and foreign students. A proposal to replace the Obama health care law would eliminate a pillar of funding for the nation’s lead public health agency.
Lawrence looking for performers
… Islands competition in May, and will be in action again on March 26 when they meet Martinique at the Usain Bolt Sports Complex. The Soca Warriors, ranked 84th in the world are without a point after two matches following two defeats, at home to Costa …
Olympics-Los Angeles has eye on 2024 prize, nothing else
Los Angeles is not interested in the consolation prize of the 2028 Olympics, saying on Thursday their bid remains focused on securing the 2024 Summer Games and nothing else. “The conversations with us are about 2024 that’s the bid process we are engaged in and solely focused on,” LA24 chairman Casey Wasserman said on a conference call after briefing the United States Olympic Committee board of directors on the bid’s progress.
Ravens agree to terms with DT Brandon Williams
Williams has spent his entire career with the Ravens after being selected in the third round of the 2013 draft.
Pistons overcome James, Cavaliers in 106-101 win
Andre Drummond had 20 points and 16 rebounds, and the Detroit Pistons scored the first 13 points of the fourth quarter before holding on for a 106-101 victory over the injury-plagued Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday night.
First grade cricket’s new era
The inaugural Mid North Coast Premier League has been announced with three of the four Manning first grade sides confirming their participation. New beginnings: United and Taree West will join Wingham in the inaugural 10 team Mid North Coast Premier League cricket competition.
Pistons get signature win over LeBron, East-leading Cavs
Auburn Hills: The Detroit Pistons pulled off one of their biggest wins of the season Thursday, beating the Cleveland Cavaliers 106-101 at the Palace. The Pistons opened the fourth on a 13-0 run, then held their lead the rest of the way.
Wisconsin Football: Former Badgers Get Big NFL Payday
NFL free agency is offically underway, and the market has taken off at warp speed in comparison to previous seasons. Each team is quickly adressing their needs to take them to the next level, and players are cashing in on their big contracts they have been waiting years for.
California GOP leader under consideration for key Department of Justice post
This is Essential Politics, our daily look at California political and government news. Here’s what we’re watching right now: Harmeet Dhillon, a California GOP leader, is under consideration to run the civil rights branch of the U.S. Department of Justice.
Red Wings assign Coreau to Griffins
The Detroit Red Wings today assigned goaltender Jared Coreau to the American Hockey League’s Grand Rapids Griffins. The Red Wings also removed goaltender Jimmy Howard from injured reserve.
Harry Kane: Millwall loan made me a man
Tottenham striker Harry Kane has admitted his time on loan at Millwall turned him into a man ahead of the teams’ FA Cup quarter-final on Sunday. Kane spent the second half of the 2011-12 season at the Den when he was yet to break through at Spurs and proved an instant hit with the Lions.
Eoin Morgan hails Alex Hales’ – unbelievable’ innings after England’s win
Eoin Morgan described Alex Hales’ comeback century as an “unbelievable” innings as England beat West Indies by 186 runs at Kensington Oval to wrap up a 3-0 series whitewash. Hales returned after missing England’s last six white-ball matches with a broken hand to figure in a second-wicket stand of 192 with his fellow centurion Joe Root as the tourists piled up 328 all out after losing the toss on an occasionally awkward surface.
No. 5 Oregon beats Arizona State 80-57 in Pac-12 quarters – News 1110 99.3 WBT
Dillon Brooks scored 22 points, Tyler Dorsey added 21 and No. 5 Oregon pulled away in the second half to beat Arizona State 80-57 Thursday in the Pac-12 Tournament quarterfinals.
Regals, Matrix open midget AAA final series Friday
The top two teams in the P.E.I. Midget AAA Hockey League regular season will decide the 2017 playoff championship. The Western Regals, who were 22-7-1 , finished just one point ahead of the Mid-Isle Matrix .
Saltalamacchia, Goins lead Blue Jays to 6-4 exhibition win over Phillies
Catcher Jarrod Saltalamacchia hit his second home run of the pre-season Thursday as the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Philadelphia Phillies 6-4. Darwin Barney hit a sacrifice fly in the third, Kendrys Morales belted an RBI-double in the fourth and Lourdes Gurriel had a run-scoring single in the ninth to account for Toronto’s other runs.
Carpenter returns to Cards lineup, makes most of only at-bat
Under orders not to swing at any pitches for fear of aggravating his stiff lower back, the St. Louis Cardinals star did the next best thing – he bunted for a single. “I saw the shift and it was either stand there and take a strike or try to get a base-hit bunt,” he said Thursday.
Injured Reds starter DeSclafani could pitch next week
Cincinnati Reds starter Anthony DeSclafani could make his spring training debut next Monday after missing a couple of weeks with a sore elbow. DeSclafani is scheduled to throw in the bullpen on Friday as a final test before getting into a game.
Buffalo Bills sign DB Micah Hyde
The Buffalo Bills have announced that they have signed free agent safety Micah Hyde. Hyde has played his entire career with the Green Bay Packers .
Buffalo Bills sign defensive back Jordan Poyer
Poyer, 25, was a seventh-round pick by the Philadelphia Eagles in 2013. He was waived by the Eagles mid-season and claimed by the Browns, where he had been playing since.
Hockey: Physical Schuldt adjusts to new role for SCSU
Hockey: Physical Schuldt adjusts to new role for SCSU Sophomore from Minnetonka is in his 1st season as captain, becomes leader on defense Check out this story on sctimes.com: St. Cloud State’s Jimmy Schuldt carries the puck with Denver’s Evan Ritt in pursuit Feb. 25 at Magness Arena in Denver. Schuldt was named an All-NCHC honorable mention pick this week.
Shields hoping to create bright future for women’s boxing
The two-time Olympic gold medalist will become the first woman to headline a fight card on premium cable when she faces Szilvia Szabados on Friday night on Showtime. After making a name for herself with her Olympic achievements, the 21-year-old Shields is eager to become the type of star women’s boxing could certainly use.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway to auction off odd items
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum is preparing to auction off an assortment of strange items it has acquired over the years. Betsy Smith , director of the nonprofit foundation that runs the museum, told the Indianapolis Star that no race cars or racing memorabilia will be sold at the auction Saturday.
Source: Linebacker Manti Te’o to visit Saints on Thursday
According to a source, the New Orleans Saints are hosting free agent inside linebacker Manti Te’o for a visit on Thursday. The Notre Dame product battled injuries during his four-year stint with the Chargers, appearing in just three games in 2016 after tearing his Achilles’ in Week 3 against the Colts.
The Film Room: A.J. Bouye
I’m Matt Weston, a writer over at Battle Red Blog. Congratulation! Your team just signed our baby boy A.J. Bouye.
Duke Basketball: Takeaways from the quarterfinal win over Louisville
In a back and forth ACC contest, the Duke Blue Devils got their revenge on the Louisville Cardinals with an 81-77 victory in the quarterfinals of the ACC Tournament. We look at some takeaways from the game as well as how some of these factors may play a role in tomorrow’s semifinal against North Carolina.
Packers free-agent RB Eddie Lacy will visit Vikings
Packers free-agent running back Eddie Lacy will visit Minnesota, his agency, Sports Trust Advisors, said Thursday in a tweet. He also will visit Seattle and Green Bay, where he has played the past four seasons.
Bill to deliver $400 million in 100 days for transit projects moves forward
A bi-partisan bill which would appropriate $400 million in 100 days for transportation projects pledged by Gov. Christ Christie during his budget address, cleared its first legislative speed bump Thursday. The legislation was approved by the state Senate Appropriations Committee Thursday and was amended to allocate $140 million to NJ Transit and $260 million to the state Department of Transportation.
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Former Gophers cornerback Jalen Myrick turned in the fastest 40-yard dash time ever for a Big Ten player at the NFL combine. Chad Greenway will have his farewell news conference Tuesday, the day NFL teams can begin negotiating with outside free agents – a list that includes running back Adrian Peterson.
Team Penske stacked with talent at start of IndyCar seasonST….
Roger Penske really couldn’t ask for much more from his IndyCar team after a year in which his drivers went 1-2-3 in the standings and Simon Pagenaud earned his first series championship.