Sensing this could be Manu Ginobili’s final season, several participants in the NBA All-Star Game heaped praise on the Spurs guard. “Manu will be in the Hall of Fame,” Warriors coach Steve Kerr said.
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Cleveland Indians ticket sales up dramatically from 2016
For reference, last year the Indians didn’t sell their millionth ticket until Memorial Day. Pluto also notes that season tickets* are up roughly 50% from a year ago .
‘Here I come to save the day!’ Eaton likes Mighty Mouse look
Eaton, who is expected to start in center field a… . Washington Nationals center fielder Adam Eaton, right, blows a bubble during a spring training baseball workout Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017, in West Palm Beach, Fla.
FA Cup: Ibrahimovic rescues United, Kane nets Spurs treble
Sunday Feb 19, 2017. . Tottenham Hotspur’s Harry Kane celebrates after scoring during the English FA Cup soccer match between Fulham and Tottenham Hotspur at Craven Cottage stadium in London, Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017.
Ex-NFLer Stanley Wilson II again busted for naked home romp
Former Lions cornerback Stanley Wilson II was arrested in Oregon on Saturday after attempting to break into a home and removing his clothing. Police told KGW.com that they received a call from the homeowner just after 2 p.m. The caller said Wilson pulled up to the house before getting out of his car and advancing toward the homeowners in the garage.
A New Orleans N.B.A. All-Star Weekend Diary: Dunks and Skills
… the ball boys, are all part of an extended family with a shared interest. We all know this. It’s the nature of modern sports. It’s also the nature of adulthood-the stuff that happens in a circus is supposed to happen, it’s been rehearsed, …
Rangers slip past Capitals for 2-1 win
Mats Zuccarello scored a third-period goal and Henrik Lundqvist made 31 saves in the New York Rangers’ 2-1 victory over the Washington Capitals on Sunday. Ryan McDonagh scored in the first period for New York, which has won seven of eight overall and five in a row at home.
Kinsler still a Tiger after shrugging off trade talk
When the Detroit Tigers indicated they were willing to listen to offers for their top players, Ian Kinsler became a prime candidate to be traded. “This is the club I want to be on.
Black Caps lose close opening match
Black Caps captain Kane Williamson said the Kiwi side fought hard in their opening ODI match against South Africa. Photo: NZ Herald New Zealand came a close second in the opening match of their five-game ODI series against South Africa last night in Hamilton.
Man Utd to face Chelsea in quarterfinals
If Manchester United are to defend their FA Cup title they will have to beat rampant English Premier League leaders Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Less than an hour after seeing off Blackburn Rovers 2-1 at Ewood Park, United found they would have to travel to London to take on Antonio Conte’s side in a quarter-final clash of Premier League heavyweights.
Minnesota Twins pitcher Jose Berrios can feel his command improving
At one point during Sunday’s first round of live batting practice, Twins right-hander Jose Berrios knocked the bat right out of Byung Ho Park’s hands. Park shook his head and bent over to pick up the bat, while out on the mound Berrios stoically prepared to make his next pitch.
Report: Thunder Remains Interested In Trading For Wilson Chandler
After previous reports that the Thunder is interested in acquiring Wilson Chandler, it appears OKC is still pushing to get a deal done for the Denver sharpshooter before Thursday’s NBA trade deadline. The Vertical’s Adrian Wojnarowski said in the video below that both the Thunder and Clippers are teams that could trade for Chandler to gear up for a postseason run.
Price, Sox pleased with first BP session
As expected, Red Sox lefty David Price looked much farther along than Boston’s hitters on the first day of batting practice at the team’s practice facility Sunday. Outfielder Chris Young , the first player to step into the box against Price, did manage to get at least one good swing.
Speedway Updates: Skies clearing, racing starts soon
The sun is out among the clouds at Daytona International Speedway as a fleet of Air Titans and jet dryers work to dry the track before the scheduled start of the Advance Auto Parts Clash.  The bump in the schedule makes for a busy day at the track. As soon as the race is over, drivers and teams will get ready to compete in qualifying for the Daytona 500.
MS Dhoni replaced as Rising Pune Supergiants captain: 5 reasons why this move can backfire
… not be satisfied with any average performance on the field. Smith who scored a century and was one of the bright sports of Pune’s campaign in 2016, will have to deal with the constant pressure from the owners who will be keeping a close tab on the …
a Life happened too fasta : Young baseball stara s final year was filled with turmoil
A new guardrail stands above the broken remnants of the one Yordano Ventura crashed through in the early morning hours of Jan. 22 in the Dominican Republic. The Royals pitcher was killed while traveling a treacherous road that he had never driven on before.
Wainwright leads first wave of pitchers into ‘Live BP’
St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Adam Wainwright throws from the bullpen mound during St. Louis Cardinals spring training on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2017, at Roger Dean Stadium in Jupiter, Fla. Photo by Chris Lee, clee@post-dispatch.com St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Adam Wainwright throws from the bullpen mound during St. Louis Cardinals spring training on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2017, at Roger Dean Stadium in Jupiter, Fla.
91 Days of Stamkos: Day 49, Video Game Cover Boy
… United States. Most importantly, his face graced the cover of a video game. At the 2011 NHL Awards in Las Vegas, EA Sports announced that Stamkos was going to be the cover boy of their upcoming hockey game, NHL 12. The young Lightning center posed …
Benoit Cheyrou’s skills easy to spot on and off the field for Toronto FC
Think of a European player at Toronto FC. Now think of swerving free kicks, long-range rockets and deft touches that leave defenders gasping for air before the goalkeeper picks the ball out of the net.
ARCA: Austin Theriault wins at Daytona
Multi-car wrecks, red flags and six cautions could not keep ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards championship contender Austin Theriault from finding his way to victory lane at Daytona Int’l Speedway. Theriault, in Ken Schrader’s No.
Former Royal Kendrys Morales is ready for new role with Blue Jays
Kendrys Morales won’t be showing off his World Series ring around the Toronto Blue Jays clubhouse – not yet, anyway. Morales, who signed with the Blue Jays as a free agent this off-season, was part of the Kansas City Royals’ 2015 championship team that beat Toronto in the ALCS before downing the Mets in the World Series.
IndyCAR: KV Racing closes, sells equipment
KV Racing Technology co-owners Kevin Kalkhoven and Jimmy Vasser have confirmed the closure of their racing team after 14 years, with some – but not all – of its major assets reportedly acquired by Juncos Racing. Kalkhoven and Vasser pair sent out a press release, thanking fans and drivers for their support and success.
F1: James Allison joins Mercedes
Allison is one of the most highly-rated technical figures in Formula 1, following successful spells at both Renault and Ferrari. During his time with both outfits, Allison won multiple world championships, including as part of the team with which Michael Schumacher won five consecutive drivers’ titles.
Watch: Birmingham City manager Gianfranco Zola reacts to the QPR thrashing
Birmingham City boss Gianfranco Zola was left frustrated once again as he witnessed a Queens Park Rangers side run riot at St Andrew’s. Missing a handful of players, Zola decided to make a number of changes to the side who were beaten at Preston midweek, but there was no positive effect.
Whether it’s football or basketball, Army-Navy is always intense
The Navy Midshipme n men’s basketball team rolls out to a 7-0 lead over the Army Black Knights. Sitting in her usual courtside seat, Annapolis resident Katie Ratigan, otherwise known as “U.S. Navy’s Italian Godmother from New Jersey,” cheers on one of her favorite sports teams among a sold-out crowd in Alumni Hall.
Arsene Wenger saw his Arsenal side lose 5-1 at Bayern Munich last week
Arsene Wenger has called for his Arsenal players to show they can deal with their recent thrashing at Bayern Munich by seeing off non-league Sutton in the FA Cup. The Frenchman’s long reign has come under intense scrutiny following a 5-1 Champions League reverse in Germany, while two defeats in three Premier League games have all-but ended hopes of a domestic title.
Bologna 0-1 Inter Milan Gabriel Barbosa first Serie A goal
Kane puts Spurs on cruise control: Striker’s deadly hat-trick secures simple win at Fulham and edges Pochettino closer to Wembley Wenger fights back: I’ll go on for FOUR more years, says boss… but PSG is still an option as Arsenal take look at big guns Benitez, Allegri and Tuchel Tottenham’s trophy drought is now longer than Arsenal’s infamous run… so Pochettino must make most of FA Cup Q&A: What is going wrong for Zola at Birmingham? After Chelsea legend’s reign hits new low, the mess explained How did Lincoln boss Cowley celebrate FA Cup glory? By getting up early to scout next opposition at 5.30am! Sanchez is back… and he’s actually smiling ! Star looks happy again after break as Arsenal prepare for Sutton ‘Ozil is Arsenal in a nutshell… he’s a worldie against Palace but a world away against the big boys,’ blasts Souness Sutton United v Arsenal : How the teams match up ahead … (more)
Spurs’ trophy drought is longer than Arsenal’s run
Kane puts Spurs on cruise control: Striker’s deadly hat-trick secures simple win at Fulham and edges Pochettino closer to Wembley Wenger fights back: I’ll go on for FOUR more years, says boss… but PSG is still an option as Arsenal take look at big guns Benitez, Allegri and Tuchel Tottenham’s trophy drought is now longer than Arsenal’s infamous run… so Pochettino must make most of FA Cup Q&A: What is going wrong for Zola at Birmingham? After Chelsea legend’s reign hits new low, the mess explained How did Lincoln boss Cowley celebrate FA Cup glory? By getting up early to scout next opposition at 5.30am! Sanchez is back… and he’s actually smiling ! Star looks happy again after break as Arsenal prepare for Sutton ‘Ozil is Arsenal in a nutshell… he’s a worldie against Palace but a world away against the big boys,’ blasts Souness Sutton United v Arsenal : How the teams match up ahead … (more)
Kane hat trick sends Tottenham into FA Cup quarterfinals
Tottenham Hotspur’s Harry Kane celebrates after scoring during the English FA Cup soccer match between Fulham and Tottenham Hotspur at Craven Cottage stadium in London, Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017. LONDON – Harry Kane scored a hat trick as Tottenham swept aside second-tier Fulham 3-0 to reach the quarterfinals of the FA Cup on Sunday, avoiding the difficulties endured by other Premier League teams against lower-league opposition this weekend.
Bielsa returning to French league to take charge of Lille
In this May 10, 2015 file photo, Marseille’s coach Marcelo Bielsa, of Argentina, shouts instructions during a League One soccer match between Marseille and Monaco in Marseille, France. Controversial coach Marcelo Bielsa is returning to French football to take charge of Lille in the summer of 2017 Controversial coach Marcelo Bielsa will take charge of ambitious Lille for next season, signaling his return to French football after a chaotic end to his spell with Marseille.
Yankees prospect gets lucky break after Tyler Austin’s injury
The Yankees called outfield prospect Billy McKinney up to major league camp Sunday, two days after Tyler Austin learned he’d miss the next six weeks with a broken foot. Rebuilding value: The 24th overall pick in 2013 by the A’s, McKinney’s star has dimmed.
Bayern coach in spotlight for gesture to Hertha fans
Bayern Munich coach Carlo Ancelotti could face a heavy fine for making an obscene gesture to Hertha Berlin fans after Saturday’s dramatic 1-1 draw in the Bundesliga. Ancelotti says he raised his middle finger after being spat at by opposition supporters following Robert Lewandowski’s 96th-minute equalizer for Bayern.
Yankees’ Brett Gardner addresses trade rumors, future with club
Gold Glove left fielder Brett Gardner wasn’t oblivious. He’s making a lot of money, the Yankees dumped veteran stars last summer and they’re going young in a lot of areas.
What to expect at IPL auction
IMAGE: Preity Zinta of Kings XI Punjab, centre, Juhi Chawala of Kokata Knight Riders, right, and Nita Ambani of Mumbai Indians during the IPL 7 Player auction. Photograph: BCCI here will be a strong focus on buying uncapped Indian players with eight franchises gearing up to pick a maximum of 76 out of the 350 plus, who will go under the hammer at the auction for the 10th Indian Premier League, in Bengaluru, on Monday.
Calm De Villiers leads South Africa to win over NZ
IMAGE: AB de Villiers of South Africa celebrates with teammates for the wicket of Mitchell Santner of New Zealand. Photograph: Anthony Au-Yeung/Getty Images outh Africa captain AB de Villiers calmly guided his side to a tense four-wicket victory over New Zealand with one ball to spare in a rain-affected first one-day international in Hamilton on Sunday.
From The Branches: Well that Maple Leafs game sucked
By…. Katya. Three of PPP’s articles yesterday were from Katya? Whatever we’re paying her we need to double it.
Tushar, Jayed shine on Day One
Pace bowler Abu Jayed took four wickets for Islami Bank East Zone against Walton Central Zone on the opening day of their four-day Bangladesh Cricket League match at Fatullah today. Photo: Star National openers Soumya Sarkar and Imrul Kayes failed to make an impact in the Bangladesh Cricket League, the country’s premier four-day cricket competition, upon their return from India as the duo were dismissed for 26 and 31 respectively.
Ahead of IPL season 10, MS Dhoni steps down as Rising Supergiants skipper
Mumbai, Feb 19 : Former India skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni on Sunday stepped down as captain of Indian Premier League team Rising Pune Supergiants, media reports said. According to reports, Australian captain Steve Smith will be replacing Dhoni in the team.
Daniel Dubois Inspired By Mike Tyson, Aims To Be British Version
Dubois, 19, will make his professional debut on April 8 after being snapped up by promoter Frank Warren, despite being GB Boxing’s big hope for Tokyo 2020. He is not going to beat Tyson’s record as the youngest heavyweight world champion, which stands at 20 years and four months, but he could beat Herbie Hide’s record as the youngest Brit.
Chelmsford’s Hohenstein is D1 hurdles champion
Chelmsford High’s Kristen Hohenstein and Acton-Boxboro’s Samantha Friborg were crowned state champions at Saturday’s MIAA Division 1 track-and-field meet held at the Reggie Lewis Center. Hohenstein captured the 55-meter hurdles in 8.6 seconds and Friborg won the 600 meters in 1:33.69, which broke a meet record previously set in 2013.