Yankees General Manager Brian Cashman, in a far-ranging interview with Brian Hoch of MLB.com , indicated that the team will stay “engaged” with other teams, but that the Yankees are not necessarily looking to make any major changes in the structure of the 2017 team at this time. Yankees GM Brian Cashman did not say anything new in this most recent interview, but that is significant in and of itself because it demonstrates that the Yankees feel like they have the makings of a team that not only be competitive but also has a good chance to qualify for a position in the 2017 playoffs.
Author: Editor
Doc Rivers to Clippers: Stop racking up technical fouls
The team is third in the NBA with 32 technical fouls this season behind league-leading Phoenix and the New York Knicks. DeAndre Jordan is tied for fifth in the league with eight, and Austin Rivers, the coach’s son, is tied for seventh with seven.
Sachin, others pay tribute to Dhoni’s captaincy
New Delhi, Jan 5 : Former Indian cricketers appreciated MS Dhoni’s tenure as the captain of the Indian cricket side after he decided to announce his resignation from the position on Wednesday. [NK Cricket] Batting icon Sachin Tendulkar tweeted: @msdhoni #captain.
MS Dhoni resigns as ODI, T20 skipper
Mumbai, Jan 4 : A glorious chapter in Indian cricket’s history came to an end when Mahendra Singh Dhoni stepped down as the skipper of the ODI and T20 side on Wednesday. [NK Cricket] The BCCI confirmed his decision.
It’s a day to celebrate MSD’s successful captaincy, respect his decision: Tendulkar
Mumbai , Jan. 5 : Calling all to respect M.S. Dhoni’s decision to step down as the captain of the Indian cricket team, cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar congratulated the former skipper on a glorious career that lead the team to win both T20 and ODI world cups. [NK Cricket] “Congratulations to MSD on a wonderful career as a captain leading India to success in both T20 and ODI World Cups.
Jimmy Adams set to take over as West Indies cricket director
Barbados [West Indies], Jan. 5 : Former West Indian skipper Jimmy Adams is in line to become the director of the West Indies Cricket Board as he has been offered the role by the cricket body. [NK Cricket] The 48-year-old is believed to have originally applied for the position of head coach but was invited to consider role of director of the WICB.
Callum Scotson looking forward to a season on the road after busy 2016 track season
Cameron Meyer and Callum Scotson of Australia, Kenny de Ketele and Moreno de Pauw of Belgium and Bradley Wiggins and Mark Cavendish of Great Britain celebrate on the Podium after the final of the Six Day With a successful 2016 track season now behind Callum Scotson that saw the 20-year-old win a rainbow jersey in the team pursuit and an Olympic Games silver medal in the same event, his focus in 2017 is on racing and winning in Europe. Scotson successfully defended his U23 Australian national time trial to start his BMC Development career in the best manner possible kick off his biggest road season to date.
Katrin Garfoot expresses Olympic year funding frustrations
Newly crowned two-time time trial champion Katrin Garfoot admitted that she’s struggled with motivation since October where she secured the bronze medal in the time trial at the 2016 Road World Championships. Speaking to reporters, including Cyclingnews, following her successful time trial title defence in Buninyong on Thursday, Garfoot described a number of factors that have impacted her enthusiasm.
Defending champion Raonic into Brisbane International QFs
” Defending champion Milos Raonic advanced to the quarterfinals of the Brisbane International with 6-3, 6-2 win over Diego Schwartzman on Thursday. The top-seeded Raonic, who had a first-round bye, fired 12 aces in the 70-minute, second-round match and had four service breaks, including three in the second set.
M.S. Dhoni has taken ‘brave’ decision : Madan Lal
New Delhi , Jan. 4: Former Indian cricketer Madan Lal, on Thursday, calling the decision taken by Mahendra Singh Dhoni to step down as captain from limited overs format as brave, saying that it has been taken keeping the 2019 ODI World Cup in mind. [NK Cricket] “I appreciate the decision.
Wozniacki beaten in ASB Classic quarterfinals
” The ASB Tennis Classic was shorn of the last of its big-name contenders on Thursday when former world No.1 Caroline Wozniacki wasted a match-winning position and lost 1-6, 6-3, 6-4 in the quarterfinals to Germany’s Julia Goerges. The tournament had boasted the strongest field in its history when four former No.
Darryl Eales sets Oxford United target for second half of the season
Thousands of Oxford United fans swarm on to the pitch to celebrate promotion following their victory over Wycombe Wanderers last season Picture: Naomi Herring WHEN it comes to looking ahead to 2017 on the field, the biggest challenge facing Oxford United is how on earth you can follow-up 2016. As far as problems go, it is not a bad one for Darryl Eales to ponder after a 12 months where potential turned into success.
On-screen-Dhoni SSR ‘bows down’ as Dhoni steps down from T20, ODI captaincy
New Delhi , Jan. 5 : Looks like Sushant Singh Rajput, who recently portrayed Mahendra Singh Dhoni on screen, in the biopic ‘M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story,’ got a bit emotional, as the latter, in a shocking move, stepped down as the captain of the Indian cricket team. [NK Bollywood] SSR took to his Twitter handle to share his thoughts, along with a snap of M.S Dhoni.
ROWING: Frances Houghton relishing time off after announcing retirement
FRANCES Houghton has enjoyed not having to take part in a gruelling festive training programme over the last few weeks. When once she would be getting up early to put in the miles on a rowing machine, this Christmas was more relaxed for the now retired three-time Olympic silver medallist.
Jersey Journal front and back page news: Thursday, January 5, 2017
A watchdog group has filed a lawsuit targeting the Jersey City Public School district for its policy allowing two teachers to devote all of their time to teachers union activities. In Sports, the NJCU men’s basketball team is ranked No.
Record-Holding ’92-93 Penguins Admire Blue Jackets’ Streak
When Ulf Samuelsson watched the Columbus Blue Jackets pick up their 14th win in a row in Winnipeg last week, he could see the confidence oozing off their bench and out of their locker room. It felt familiar.
Memorable people, moments from 2016
… in the Rio Olympics heptathlon and received the Harry Glickman Female Pro Athlete of the Year Award at the Oregon Sports Awards in June) Galen Rupp – 10,000, marathon (he won Olympic bronze in Rio as a marathon rookie, and he was fifth in the …
CONNAUGHTON
The Los Angeles native and former Oregon Ducks dual threat is in his third season in the NFL and with the Kansas City Chiefs. The Trail Blazers’ 6-5 backup guard, also a pro baseball player, was born in Arlington, Mass., and played college hoops at Notre Dame.
Rumour Mill: Rangers eye Crawford | Lansbury to Celtic | Warburton searching for new striker
Rangers have approached Hamilton Accies over a possible move for Ali Crawford, Celtic are keen on signing Nottingham Forest midfielder Henri Lansbury and Mark Warburton is in the hunt for a new striker. The 25-year-old is Hamilton’s top goalscorer this season and, although his contract does not expire until 2018, his manager Martin Canning has admitted they will likely lose the player to a bigger club at some point.
Curry, Durant lead Warriors past Trail Blazers 125-117
KD finds plenty of things in the MVP’s game to praise, too. And when these two get clicking together, the Golden State Warriors are oh so good.
Australia v Pakistan: Younus Khan scores century but hosts remain on top
Pakistan’s Younus Khan hit an unbeaten century but Australia continued to dominate the third Test on a rain-affected day three in Sydney. Starting the day on 126-2, Pakistan reached 152 before Azhar Ali was run-out by Mitchell Starc for 71. Nathan Lyon then took three wickets while 39-year-old Younus scored his 34th Test hundred to take his side to 271-8 at the close.
Western snowstorm draws skiers, but leaves deadly conditions
Schools in Cache Valley were closed for the day after a snow storm. via AP). Members of the Monterey County Search and Rescue team try to bring up a wrecked vehicle that went over a cliff near Ragged Point, Calif., Thursday afternoon, Jan. 5, 2017.
Laine has goal and assist as Jets beat Panthers 4-1
Patrik Laine had a goal and an assist to lead the Winnipeg Jets to a 4-1 victory over the Florida Panthers on Wednesday night. Mark Scheifele, Nikolaj Ehlers, and Shawn Matthias also scored for the Jets and Connor Hellebuyck made 31 saves.
Carter Hart comes off bench to backstop Canada 5-2 over Sweden to reach final
Anthony Cirelli had a goal and an assist and subbed-in goalie Carter Hart made 28 saves as Canada downed Sweden 5-2 in a semifinal at the world junior hockey championship on Wednesday night. Canada will face the United States in the final on Thursday night while the Swedes will play in the bronze-medal game against Russia.
Atlanta pulls away late, beats the Orlando Magic for 4th straight win
We collect zip code so that we may deliver news, weather, special offers and other content related to your specific geographic area. We have sent a confirmation email to {* data_emailAddress *}.
Batum scores 28 points, Hornets beat Thunder 123-112
Nicolas Batum had a season-high 28 points, and the Charlotte Hornets beat the Oklahoma Thunder 123-112 on Wednesday night to snap a two-game losing streak. Batum was 7 of 18 from the field and made 13 of 15 free throws.
FAMU holds off Howard 78-66 behind Barham’s 21 points
Marcus Barham scored 21 points with five 3-pointers, Derrick Dandridge added 20 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, and Florida A held off Howard 78-66 on Wednesday night in a Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference opener. Plagued by injuries, Howard saw the return of preseason Player of the Year James Daniel and team-leading scorer James Miller.
Ingram scores 25 as Loyola of Chicago beats N. Iowa 77-66
Donte Ingram scored 25 points and Milton Doyle flirted with a triple-double with 13 points, eight rebounds and eight assists as Loyola of Chicago defeated Northern Iowa 77-66 on Wednesday night. Ingram was 9 of 13 from the field, making a career-high five 3-point shots and finished at 20 points or better for the third time in five games.
Antetokounmpo’s jumper at buzzer gives Bucks win over Knicks
Giannis Antetokounmpo made a turnaround jumper at the buzzer to give the Milwaukee Bucks a 105-104 victory over the New York Knicks on Wednesday night.
No. 2 Baylor still unbeaten with 65-63 win over Iowa State
Manu Lecomte made a short high-arching jumper over a defender with 8 seconds left and No. 2 Baylor remained undefeated with a 65-63 victory over Iowa State in the Bears’ Big 12 home opener Wednesday night.
Douse leads Canisius over Quinnipiac 83-77
Kiefer Douse scored a career-high 18 points and grabbed 10 rebounds on Wednesday night – his first career double-double – and Canisius beat Quinnipiac 83-77. The Golden Griffins took the first double-digit lead of the game at 77-66 with a 9-1 run capped by Isaiah Reese’s pair of free throws with 2:50 left.
Bucks vs. Knicks Final Score: Giannis Nails Step-back Jumper to Bury Knicks, 105-104
What began as an evenly balanced game saw the Milwaukee Bucks fall far behind and in a tough spot three quarters of the way through the evening. However, they’d mount an exciting come-back and would seal a classic win over the Knicks, 105-104.
Kyrgios has the talent to be the best, says Laver
Japan Open men’s Singles Final Match – Ariake Coliseum, Tokyo, Japan – 09/10/16. Nick Kyrgios of Australia reacts after winning a point against David Goffin of Belgium.
Laine has goal and assist as Jets beat Panthers 4-1
Patrik Laine had a goal and an assist to lead the Winnipeg Jets to a 4-1 victory over the Florida Panthers on Wednesday night. Mark Scheifele, Nikolaj Ehlers, and Shawn Matthias also scored for the Jets and Connor Hellebuyck made 31 saves.
Top-ranked Kerber reaches quarterfinals in Brisbane
In the 12 months since her previous trip to the Brisbane International, Angelique Kerber won her first two Grand Slam titles and supplanted Serena Williams as No. 1 in women’s tennis.
Frustrated Serena Williams loses in 2nd round at Auckland
Serena Williams lost her second-round match at the ASB Classic and the 22-time Grand Slam singles champion, frustrated by swirling winds, didn’t leave quietly. “At least I can get out of these conditions,” No.
Wichita State beats Drake 90-65 behind Morris, Smith
Shaquille Morris scored 13 points, Daishon Smith added 13 with three 3-pointers, and Wichita State used a big first half to beat Drake 90-65 on Wednesday night to win its fourth straight and improve its all-time record against the Bulldogs to 41-4. Landry Shamet added 11 points, Markis McDuffie had 10 and grabbed 11 rebounds, and the Shockers outrebounded Drake 54-28, including 18-5 on offensive boards, resulting in 26 second-chance points.
Mack, Davis lead Texas over Oklahoma State 82-79
Tevin Mack scored 16 of his career-best 27 points in the second half, lifting Texas to an 82-79 victory over Oklahoma State on Wednesday night. Jeffrey Carroll led Oklahoma State with a career-best 24 points.
Saints sign two players out of the CFL
After adding defensive backs Delvin Breaux and Erik Harris out of the CFL the last two seasons, the team went back North on Wednesday evening and signed linebacker Adam Bighill and defensive back Forrest Hightower out of the league. A five-time CFL All-Star, Bighill, 28, has recorded 489 tackles, 33 sacks, eight interceptions and eight forced fumbles over 99 games in the CFL.
Southern women come out flat in overtime, lose to Texas Southern
Southern’s Briana Green drives past Texas Southern’s Artavia Ford on her way to the basket, Wednesday, January 4, 2017, at Southern University’s F.G. Clark Center in Baton Rouge, LA. Southern’s Briana Green drives past Texas Southern’s Artavia Ford on her way to the basket, Wednesday, January 4, 2017, at Southern University’s F.G. Clark Center in Baton Rouge, LA.