Category: Sports

Carl Lawson thinks he’s – easily’ a first round pick

Auburn DE Carl Lawson says he ignores mock drafts and is confident he’ll be a first round pick in the 2017 NFL Draft. Carl Lawson thinks he’s ‘easily’ a first round pick Auburn DE Carl Lawson says he ignores mock drafts and is confident he’ll be a first round pick in the 2017 NFL Draft.

Chargers Relocation 60 Day Address

We’re now approaching the 60 day mark following the Chargers long dreaded migration to Los Angeles. The ash has seemed to settle from the burnt jerseys in San Diego, but many still standing fans are unsure of the future of the organization.

Benefit dinner for Jeff James set for Saturday In Potsdam

As an official in soccer, hockey and lacrosse, and a fan of all high school and college athletes, Jeff James has been a highly respected and valued member of the Section 10 athletics family for many years. That family has rendered great support to Jeff, his wife, Jane, and their daughter, Jessica, in the trying days since he was diagnosed with brain cancer and began treatment at the world-renowned Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City.

Smoking paradise Japan tries to kick the habit

… in most bars, restaurants and cafes — as Tokyo gets set to host millions of visitors for the 2020 Olympics. The health ministry is to submit a proposed law to parliament by June that would ban smoking in many restaurants, as well as public …

Clearside Biomedical Inc (CLSD) Rating Increased to Hold at Zacks Investment Research

According to Zacks, “Clearside Biomedical, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company is engaged in developing first-in-class drug therapies to treat blinding diseases of the eye using Clearside proprietary suprachoroidal space microinjector. Its products include CLS-1001 for the treatment of macular edema associated with non-infectious uveitis; CLS-1003 for the treatment of macular edema associated with retinal vein occlusion; and CLS-1002 program for the treatment of wet age-related macular degeneration.

Mark Cuban Offers His Own Obamacare Fix

… Mavericks, wrote on Blog Maverick it comes down to risk management. And he explained the three “stakeholders” in the health insurance world – health insurance companies, healthcare providers, and consumers – are not willing to settle for less and …

Report: Bengals named in painkiller abuse lawsuit

Over 1,800 retired football players are suing the National Football League in federal court over claims that 32 teams knowingly abused powerful painkillers and anti-inflammatory prescriptions drugs. The abuse was allegedly an effort to keep players on the field while ignoring guidance from the Drug Enforcement Administration on how to manage controlled substances, according to a report by The Washington Post.

Tassie’s Team Teal is tackling silent killer

The pink cricket test in Sydney every year is testament to what a high-profile sportsperson can contribute, especially when they are dedicated to the cause through personal tragedy. TEAM TEAL: Makenna Hillier, Sara Wilkin, Hannah Van dongen, Lee Simmonds,, Samantha Freeman, Natalee Emery & Taylor Ford.

Iditarod mushers begin nearly 1,000-mile race across Alaska

The winner is expected in the old Gold Rush town of Nome, on the Bering Sea coast, in about eight days Dee Dee Jonrowe, of Willow, mushes during the ceremonial start of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race in Anchorage, Alaska, Saturday, March 4, 2017. Iditarod rookie Laura Neese of McMillan, Mich., greets the crowd as she mushes through downtown during the ceremonial start of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race in Anchorage, Alaska, Saturday, March 4, 2017.

100-1 hero: World warms to ultimate Aussie battler

The 39-year-old achieved the biggest win of his career at UFC 209 on Sunday, defeating UFC legend Rashad Evans by split decision and adding to a growing army of admirers. Kelly has been the bookies’ underdog in all of his seven fights but, somehow, has kept defying the odds to build a 6-1 record.

Even with 5-4 loss at Utah, Alaska Aces are sitting in favorable spot

All things considered – and that covers a lot of ice – the Alaska Aces are still sitting in favorable position following Saturday night’s 5-4 road loss to the Utah Grizzlies. The Aces own a three-point lead on Utah and a five-point cushion on Missouri for fourth place in the ECHL’s Mountain Division, where the top four finishers make the Kelly Cup playoffs.

Nfl-Draft 2 hour ago 3:34 p.m.Washington’s John Ross sets 40-yard dash record at NFL Scouting Combine

Despite suffering a calf injury during the drill, former University of Washington wide receiver John Ross broke the NFL Scouting Combine record in the 40-yard dash with a 4.22-second sprint at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. Ross ran fluidly through his first pass in the 40-yard dash, but pulled up after crossing the finish line and reached for his lower leg.

I was told my career was over, reveals Real Madrid defender Nacho

The defender was told he would have to give up football as a youngster but was always determined to succeed Spain international Nacho was told his football career was over as the Real Madrid defender opened up about his battle with diabetes. Nacho has made over 100 appearances in all competitions since emerging through the youth ranks at boyhood club Madrid but the 27-year-old’s career was almost ended before it even started.

Tanner’s season ends as team photographer starts battle with cancer

Regina Redus Smith checks her camera settings during the Class 2A state championship game between Tanner and Geneva County at the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Center on Friday. [JERONIMO NISA/DECATUR DAILY] Tanner fans cheer on the Lady Rattlers during the Class 2A state championship game at the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Center on Friday.

Pelicans G Jarrett Jack out 4-6 weeks with torn meniscus

New Orleans Pelicans guard Jarrett Jack during a NBA game at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans Wednesday, March 1, 2017. (Photo by David Grunfeld, NOLA.com New Orleans Pelicans guard Jarrett Jack will miss the next four to six weeks after suffering a torn right lateral meniscus, the team announced on Friday.

Melvin Ingram isna t the only player Chargers hope to retain

The team placed a non-exclusive franchise tag on their star edge rusher Monday, but that was only the first step in what the team hopes will be a fruitful negotiation. At the NFL scouting combine on Thursday, General Manager Tom Telesco was optimistic about the Chargers’ chances to reach a long-term deal with Ingram – one of several players the team will try to retain.

EKSTROM: Vikings Decline Adrian Petersona s Option

Per a release from the Minnesota Vikings, RB Adrian Peterson’s 2017 option that would have paid him $18 million will not be exercised, opening the door for him to become an unrestricted free agent on March 9. Said Vikings general manager Rick Spielman: “Adrian is an important part of the Minnesota Vikings organization. We will continue to have conversations with his representatives and leave our future options open while determining what is best for both parties moving forward.”

Trump’s Military Spending Goals Will Be Tough to Meet – Here’s Why

“We’re going to do more with less and make the government lean and accountable”, Trump said in a meeting with governors on Sunday in which he said he planned to propose a substantial increase in public safety spending. It is worth noting that the President’s budget proposals are only a starting point for the overall process of figuring out what the government will spend and how they will pay for it, and we still haven’t even seen the full details of the White House’s proposals.

Riley says Magic Johnson will win with the Lakers

Riley believes Johnson will succeed in what looks like a daunting task of getting the Los Angeles Lakers back to prominence. After the Lakers cleaned house this past week, Johnson and Riley are contemporaries – Riley as president of the Miami Heat, Johnson in the same role out in L.A., where they won four titles together in the 1980s.