Monday, May 31, 2021

Spotlight shines on two underrated aces, Woodruff and Gausman

The Brewers' Brandon Woodruff and the Giants' Kevin Gausman outpitched Max Scherzer and Clayton Kershaw on Sunday. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/34y1Y...

Report: NHL ironing out Canada-US travel plans

An exemption that would let teams enter Canada for Stanley Cup Playoff games without having to isolate for 14 days is being ironed out between the NHL and health officials, according to a report Sunday by the Canadian Press. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/3wIHk...

Larson gives Hendrick record win at Coca-Cola 600

Kyle Larson ended six years of struggles at Charlotte Motor Speedway, winning the Coca-Cola 600 in dominating fashion to give team owner Rick Hendrick a record-setting victory. from www.espn.com - RPM https://ift.tt/3p5VD7H v...

Celtics fan appears to throw water bottle at Irving

"You're seeing a lot of old ways come up... just underlying racism and treating people like they're in a human zoo," Kyrie Irving said of the incident after the game. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3vC2T...

Can people vaccinated against COVID-19 still spread the virus? What we know so far

Vaccines don’t always prevent infection Researchers had hoped to design safe COVID-19 vaccines that would prevent at least half of the people vaccinated from getting COVID-19 symptoms. Fortunately, the vaccines have vastlyoutperformed expectations. For example, in 6.5 million residents of Israel, aged 16 years and older, the Pfizer–BioNTech mRNA COVID-19 vaccine was found to be 95.3% effective after both shots. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3yNas...

Copa America Won't Be Played In Argentina, Where Covid Rages

Argentines and their government officials had been torn over the wisdom of hosting the championship. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/2R7Ey...

CONMEBOL suspends Copa America in Argentina

CONMEBOL has confirmed Argentina will not host the Copa America, throwing the future of the tournament into doubt just 13 days before kick off. from www.espn.com - SOCCER https://ift.tt/34z86...

Celtics fan appears to throw water bottle at Irving

"You're seeing a lot of old ways come up... just underlying racism and treating people like they're in a human zoo," Kyrie Irving said of the incident after the game. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3vC2T...

Argentina out as Copa America host due to virus

CONMEBOL has confirmed Argentina will not host the Copa America, throwing the future of the tournament into doubt just 13 days before kick off. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/34z86...

Follow live: Clippers try to shake playoff woes in Game 4 against Mavericks

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Follow live: Clippers try to shake playoff woes in Game 4 against Mavericks

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'These shoulders were built for a reason': LeBron ready for challenge if AD can't go

After the Lakers lost Anthony Davis and Game 4, they face yet another hurdle. But LeBron isn't about to back down. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2RZtS...

'These shoulders were built for a reason': LeBron ready for challenge if AD can't go

The Lakers lost Anthony Davis and Game 4, but LeBron James isn't about to back down. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/2RZtS...

On deck: Boston Red Sox at Astros

Pitchers: Monday, Jose Urquidy (3-2, 3.22) vs. LHP Eduardo Rodriguez (5-3, 5.06); Tuesday, Luis Garcia (3-3, 2.93) vs. RHP Garrett Richards (4-3, 3.83); Wednesday, Framber Valdez (0-0, 2.25) vs. RHP Nick Pivetta (6-0, 3.86); Thursday, Jake Odorizzi (0-2, 6.75) vs. LHP Martin Perez (3-2, 3.55). Astros (28-24) update: Alex Bregman has reached base in 17 consecutive games, hitting . for 66) in that span with 17 walks. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3fWHo...

After rainout Sunday, taking stock of Red Sox heading into crucial 17-day stretch

Sunday’s Red Sox-Miami Marlins contest at Fenway Park was postponed and rescheduled for Monday, June 7. This means the Red Sox will have to relinquish an off day and instead stare down a schedule that includes 17 straight games in as many days. If you consider the opponents, this might be the Red Sox’ biggest test of the season. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/2Tjx3...

Seattle Storm Coach Dan Hughes Retires Midseason

Hughes, tied for the third most wins in league history, handed control to Noelle Quinn, who won a title with Seattle as a player. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/3p1JA...

Transfer Talk: Manchester City seek funds for Harry Kane, Jack Grealish moves

Manchester City are keen to bring in Harry Kane and Jack Grealish and are ready to offload players to raise funds. Transfer Talk has the latest. from www.espn.com - SOCCER https://ift.tt/3uCXE...

What Celtic fans should expect if Postecoglou takes over as manager

Former Socceroos boss Ange Postecoglou could be the man to take Celtic back above Rangers, but it might not happen as soon as fans would like. from www.espn.com - SOCCER https://ift.tt/3pcHd...

CP3 nixes plan to sit out game, leads Suns to win

Chris Paul talked coach Monty Williams out of his plan to sit his injured point guard in Game 4 and responded with 18 points and nine assists in a series-tying victory. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3p39e...

Transfer Talk: Manchester City seek funds for Harry Kane, Jack Grealish moves

Manchester City are keen to bring in Harry Kane and Jack Grealish and are ready to offload players to raise funds. Transfer Talk has the latest. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3uCXE...

Helio Castroneves' win makes it an Indy 500 4-for-4 club

Few expected Helio Castroneves to join A.J. Foyt, Al Unser Sr. and Rick Mears as four-time winners of the Greatest Spectacle in Racing, but it came as no surprise to the 46-year-old driver. from www.espn.com - RPM https://ift.tt/3i5WZOb v...

Follow live: Celtics look to even the series as the Nets crash the Garden

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CP3 nixes plan to sit out game, leads Suns to win

Chris Paul talked coach Monty Williams out of his plan to sit his injured point guard in Game 4 and responded with 18 points and nine assists in a series-tying victory. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3p39e...

Sunday, May 30, 2021

Marlins vs. Red Sox Highlights

Eovaldi's scoreless start leads Boston to 3-1 win from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3vBPH...

Marcell Ozuna Arrested on Domestic Violence Charges

Marcell Ozuna faces two charges, including strangulation. His team says it will cooperate with an M.L.B. investigation. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/34toG...

Are the 2021 Rockies the worst offensive team in modern baseball history?

Altitude in play or not, the numbers are the numbers, and so far the Rockies are shaping up as one of the worst hitting teams ever. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3p12X...

Braves' Ozuna arrested on felony assault charge

Major League Baseball is expected to open an investigation into Marcell Ozuna, sources told ESPN on Saturday, following his arrest in Georgia on aggravated assault strangulation and misdemeanor battery -- family violence charges. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/2SG1G...

Embiid chides Wiz for not doubling as Sixers roll

Joel Embiid posted a playoff career high of 36 points while shooting 14-of-18 from the field in the 76ers' dominant win over the Wizards on Saturday. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3uB5f...

Fenway Park back to full capacity; Red Sox beat Marlins 3-1

The crowd erupted into a loud cheer when Ottavino struck out Cooper on a sharp slider. I think the crowd was what made it different than its been,” Ottavino said. Just a lot of energy in the moment, especially once I got to two strikes on the last guy. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3i4R1...

CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky will throw 1st pitch at Boston Red Sox game

She's spent the past four months pitching health guidance as head of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Now, CDC director and Boston Red Sox fan Dr. Rochelle Walensky will throw out the ceremonial first pitch at Boston's game against the Miami Marlins on Saturday. It's a big day not just for Walensky, but also for Red Sox fans and all of Massachusetts. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3c3I5...

NCDHHS urges North Carolinians to "Vax Up or Mask Up" following CDC guidance on face coverings

May 29—RALEIGH — A new public campaign encouraging North Carolinians to "Vax Up or Mask Up" to support the new guidance that lifts many of the state's COVID-19 restrictions has been launched by the state health agency. To date, nearly half of the state has been fully vaccinated and everyone age 12 and older can get the vaccine, according to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human ... from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3p3Su...

Braves star Ozuna charged with assault, battery

Major League Baseball is expected to open an investigation into Marcell Ozuna, sources told ESPN on Saturday, following his arrest in Georgia on aggravated assault strangulation and misdemeanor battery -- family violence charges. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2SG1G...

Embiid cruises to 36 points as 76ers crush Wiz

Joel Embiid posted a playoff career-high of 36 points while shooting 14-of-18 from the field in a dominant win over the Wizards on Saturday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3uB5f...

US beats Norway; 4th straight world hockey win

The Americans are second in Group B with two games left. The top four teams in each group will advance to the quarterfinals. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/3uB0W...

Red Sox Notes: Adam Ottavino Had 'Out-Of-Body' Experience After Crowd Uproar

Couple guys came in the dugout and were just talking about how electric it was and I think it was a great experience for them. Some tense plays out there, some tense moments the crowd was into, and I think everyone enjoyed it for sure. Ottavino wasn’t the only to come through in a high-leverage moment, either. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3p2Vd...

Tuchel hints at Chelsea extension after UCL win

Thomas Tuchel has hinted that a new deal with Chelsea could be in the works following his side's Champions League final triumph on Saturday. from www.espn.com - SOCCER https://ift.tt/2SDBv...

Transfer Talk: Arsenal eye Kounde, Tapsoba to revamp defence

Arsenal are on the hunt for two centre-backs after an underwhelming season saw them finish 8th in the Premier League. Transfer Talk has the latest. from www.espn.com - SOCCER https://ift.tt/34s9K...

Transfer Talk: Arsenal eye Kounde, Tapsoba to revamp defence

Arsenal are on the hunt for two centre-backs after an underwhelming season saw them finish 8th in the Premier League. Transfer Talk has the latest. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/34s9K...

Malone: Nuggets 'played soft' in loss to Blazers

Michael Malone said Denver's starting unit played "awful" after a blowout loss to Portland on Saturday that tied the series at 2-2. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3usSH...

NBA playoffs 2021: Matchups, schedules and news for every first-round series

Keep it here for all the news, intel, analysis and matchup info all postseason long. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/346Eg...

CG: MIA@BOS - 5/29/21

Condensed Game: Nathan Eovaldi struck out seven over 5 1/3 scoreless innings to lead the Red Sox to a 3-1 win over the Marlins from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3wIg1...

Miami-Boston Runs

Rafael Devers singles to shallow right field. Hunter Renfroe singles to shallow center field. Rafael Devers to second. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3c2r0...

Fenway Park back to full capacity; Red Sox beat Marlins 3-1

Playing their first game in a rejuvenated Fenway Park since the state dropped limits on crowds during the coronavirus pandemic, Nathan Eovaldi went 5 1/3 scoreless innings and the Boston Red Sox beat the Miami Marlins 3-1 on Saturday. Bobby Dalbec, Kevin Plawecki and Hunter Renfroe each had an RBI single for Boston, which won for the seventh time in nine games and posted its ninth straight home victory over the Marlins. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3wH7z...

Aaron Boone on Yankees' offensive woes: 'Bottom line is we’ve gotta be better'

Over the last five games, the Yankees simply haven’t lived up to their Bronx Bombers nickname. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/2SChu...

Major theater chains drop mask requirements for vaccinated moviegoers

CNN) - Major movie theater chains are ditching their face mask requirements. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3fOSP...

Malone: Nuggets 'played soft' in loss to Blazers

Michael Malone said Denver's starting unit played "awful" after a blowout loss to Portland on Saturday that tied the series at 2-2. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3usSH...

Saturday, May 29, 2021

Young dishes 14 assists; Hawks take series lead

Trae Young, who drew on the ire of Knicks fans on the road in the first two games in this series, was energized by Hawks fans as he led Atlanta to a Game 3 victory on Friday. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3vB3I...

Verdugo, Red Sox beat Marlins 5-2 in rain-shortened game

With a delay clearly on the way, Verdugo said the Red Sox wanted to be the ones who broke the tie — just in case the game couldn't continue in those conditions. "I don’t know how the infielders were actually able to throw the ball, either. It felt like every ball I would get was just waterlogged," Verdugo said. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3p0SA...

How to Watch the Champions League Final: Time, Streaming and Location

Manchester City is chasing its first European club soccer title, and Chelsea its trying to win its second. Here’s how to watch. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/3c3hk...

Yankees Fall to Tigers in Extra Innings

With Aroldis Chapman limited to one inning, the Yankees lost with Justin Wilson on the mound. The Mets postponed their game. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/3bXkV...

Young dishes 14 assists; Hawks take series lead

Trae Young, who drew on the ire of Knicks fans on the road in the first two games in this series, was energized by Hawks fans as he led Atlanta to a Game 3 victory on Friday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3vB3I...

Ja reflects on fan incident; Snyder apologizes

Grizzlies star Ja Morant said it "bothered" him when he learned about the vulgar, racist remarks directed at his family by three Jazz fans. Utah coach Quin Snyder publicly apologized to Morant's family for the incident. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3i0U2...

Verdugo, Red Sox beat Marlins 5-2 in rain-shortened game

With a delay clearly on the way, Verdugo said the Red Sox wanted to be the ones who broke the tie — just in case the game couldn't continue in those conditions. "I don’t know how the infielders were actually able to throw the ball, either. It felt like every ball I would get was just waterlogged," Verdugo said. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3uBfj...

Cody Poteet K's Rafael Devers

Cody Poteet strikes out Rafael Devers on a fastball in the bottom of the 4th inning during his start against the Red Sox from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/2RLCy...

Ja reflects on fan incident; Snyder apologizes

Grizzlies star Ja Morant said it "bothered" him when he learned about the vulgar, racist remarks directed at his family by three Jazz fans. Utah coach Quin Snyder publicly apologized to Morant's family for the incident. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3i0U2...

Yanks' Urshela awarded walk after only 3 balls

Gio Urshela tossed his bat aside after taking ball three and headed to first. Nobody from the Tigers appeared to argue. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3yKIn...

Nemechek gets third truck win at Charlotte

John Hunter Nemechek made it through a late crash, then held on to the lead on a restart 10 laps from the end to win the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Friday night. from www.espn.com - RPM https://ift.tt/3fujWc9 v...

Red Sox Recall Pitcher Colten Brewer From Triple-A Worcester

Alex Cora on Friday hinted that the corresponding move for Franchy Cordero could be “on the pitching side,” and that exactly was the case. The Boston Red Sox announced they recalled right-handed pitcher Colten Brewer from Triple-A Worcester just ahead of their series opener against the Miami Marlins at Fenway Park. Brewer has made four starts and seven relief appearances with the Worcester Red Sox. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3yNP5...

Celtics' Brown: Racism is bigger than basketball

Jaylen Brown addressed several topics on Friday, including the recent discussion of racism in Boston and why he feels issues like systematic racism are bigger than basketball. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fsVR...

Report: Jays investigating new Alomar allegation

The Toronto Blue Jays have opened an investigation into a second allegation of sexual misconduct against Roberto Alomar, according to a report. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2R2ts...

Yanks' Urshela awarded walk after only 3 balls

Gio Urshela tossed his bat aside after taking ball three and headed to first. Nobody from the Tigers appeared to argue. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3yKIn...

Report: Jays investigating new Alomar allegation

The Toronto Blue Jays have opened an investigation into a second allegation of sexual misconduct against Roberto Alomar, according to a report. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/2R2ts...

Celtics' Brown: Racism is bigger than basketball

Jaylen Brown addressed several topics on Friday, including the recent discussion of racism in Boston and why he feels issues like systematic racism are bigger than basketball. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3fsVR...

Miami Marlins, Boston Red Sox in weather delay midway through series opener

The first game of a three-game series between the Miami Marlins and Boston Red Sox entered a rain delay in the middle of the sixth inning on Friday at Fenway Park with the Red Sox holding a 5-2 lead. Exactly when — or if — the game will resume Friday night is unclear. The weather forecast in Boston calls for steady rain until at least 9 a.m. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/2Sx58...

Change coming slowly to dugout and clubhouse as Red Sox fail to reach vaccination threshold

Additionally, three more teams have had at least 85 percent of their Tier 1 personnel receive their final dose of COVID-19 vaccine, with full vaccination status coming in the next two weeks. We’re not in that mix,” said Red Sox manager Alex Cora, who is fully vaccinated. We got closer two weeks ago but then this week we didn’t make any progress. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/2R036...

Alex Verdugo's three-run homer

Alex Verdugo drills a three-run homer to right field, his 7th of the season, giving the Red Sox a 5-2 lead in the bottom of the 5th from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/2RWcO...

Follow live: Wild, Golden Knights square off in decisive Game 7

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Bellinger, out since April 5, to start Sat. vs. Giants

Los Angeles Dodgers star Cody Bellinger, who has been out with a broken leg since April 5, will start in center field Saturday and Sunday against the San Francisco Giants. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3uxXO...

Sources: MRI on Lakers' KCP shows no quad tear

An MRI on Los Angeles' Kentavious Caldwell-Pope on Friday showed no tear to his injured quad, leaving the Lakers guard day-to-day heading into Sunday's Game 4 vs. the Phoenix Suns, sources told ESPN. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/34rLU...

Friday, May 28, 2021

Bruce Brown Is the Nets’ ‘Swiss Army Knife’

With all that Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving and James Harden can do, it might seem like they don’t need any help on the Nets. But Brown has played a key role this season. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/3hVtd...

Jose Peraza Helps Powers Mets to Pair of Wins Over Rockies

The infielder nearly matched his season R.B.I. total. The Yankees, meanwhile, split a doubleheader with Toronto. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/3i4Tq...

Nike Says It Ended Deal With Neymar Amid Investigation of Sexual Abuse

Nike said that Neymar, the soccer superstar, had refused to cooperate with an investigation into “credible allegations of wrongdoing” made by one of the company’s employees. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/3fsyn...

Inzaghi leaves Lazio, reportedly going to Inter

Simone Inzaghi has confirmed that he is leaving his role as Lazio coach as he prepares to take over from Antonio Conte at Internazionale. from www.espn.com - SOCCER https://ift.tt/3wFbj...

3 NBA teams have banned fans for disrespectful behavior during playoff games

The return to watching sports in person is supposed to be a happy time, including at the NBA playoffs, but clearly some fans have forgotten how to act. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - Sport https://ift.tt/34mHB...

Follow live: Lakers, Suns square off in pivotal Game 3

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Sources: Altidore frozen out of Toronto first team

Toronto FC has told striker Jozy Altidore that he is no longer part of the first team, sources have told ESPN. from www.espn.com - SOCCER https://ift.tt/34pvu...

Report: Neymar, Nike split in '20 amid allegation probe

Neymar split ways with Nike last year after an investigation into an alleged sexual assault of an employee, according to the Wall Street Journal. from www.espn.com - SOCCER https://ift.tt/3hZ9c...

Follow live: Lakers, Suns square off in pivotal Game 3

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Report: Neymar, Nike '20 split tied to investigation

Neymar split ways with Nike last year after an investigation into an alleged sexual assault of an employee, according to the Wall Street Journal. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/34lyT...

OU AD 'disappointed' over early kickoff vs. Neb.

Oklahoma AD Joe Castiglione said the Sooners are "bitterly disappointed" the renewal of their rivalry with Nebraska is set for an early kickoff rather than "a more traditional time that would honor this game." from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3bZvd...

Ohtani waylaid by traffic, scratched from start

An accident on the Bay Bridge caused Shohei Ohtani to arrive to Oakland too late to get ready for his start on Thursday. He will instead start Friday night. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3vyXR...

Ja's dad: Banned Jazz fans went beyond heckling

The father of Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant said three fans, who have since been banned by the Utah Jazz, made vulgar and racially offensive remarks to him and his wife during Wednesday's Game 2 at Vivint Arena. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/34thO...

Ohtani waylaid by traffic, scratched from start

An accident on the Bay Bridge caused Shohei Ohtani to arrive to Oakland too late to get ready for his start on Thursday. He will instead start on Saturday. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3vyXR...

Javier Baez and Cubs Baffle Pirates Infielders in Wild Play

With a wily bit of baserunning, Javier Baez confounded Pittsburgh’s infield, allowing a run to score. The Pirates could have just touched first. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/3bUok...

Follow live: Giannis, Bucks look to put Heat on brink of elimination

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Pats QB Jones' energy, 'swag' winning vets over

New England Patriots rookie QB Mac Jones, who went through his third voluntary organized team activity Thursday, has impressed his veteran teammates and coach Bill Belichick early on. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/34oDj...

Lue: Game 3 will show what Clippers made of

With his team down 2-0 in the series against the Mavericks, Ty Lue says Friday's Game 3 in Dallas "is going to show us ... who we are and what we are made of." from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hVh6...

Lefty shrugs off 73 at Colonial: 'I won the PGA'

Phil Mickelson, only four days after becoming the oldest winner of a golf major, was 10 strokes back after a 73, while Jordan Spieth and Sergio Garcia were tied for the lead after bogey-free rounds of 63. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3i015...

How Javy Baez helped the Cubs score on a play you've never seen before

Chicago's baserunning magician was up to his tricks. But he was helped out by some brutal Pirates defense. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3usF0...

Follow live: Giannis, Bucks look to put Heat on brink of elimination

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Lue: Game 3 will show what Clippers made of

With his team down 2-0 in the series against the Mavericks, Ty Lue says Friday's Game 3 in Dallas "is going to show us ... who we are and what we are made of." from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3hVh6...

Jazz bans three fans after 'verbal altercation'

The Jazz did not get into specifics about the incident, saying only that an investigation resulted in the removal and banning of three fans. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/34thO...

Thursday, May 27, 2021

Inspired Simmons sparks Sixers to Game 2 win

After a standout performance in Game 1 that seemed to include everything but an impressive scoring total, Ben Simmons made up for that lack of offense Wednesday, pouring in 22 points as the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Washington Wizards in Game 2. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/2QWFo...

Champions League Final: The Rich Get Richer

Seismic shocks to European soccer’s landscape have turned Saturday’s Champions League final between Manchester City and Chelsea into a sign of things to come. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/3fpct...

Red Sox' Xander Bogaerts, Danny Santana hit back-to-back homers vs. Phillies

Xander Bogaerts and Danny Santana crushed back-to-back bombs for the Red Sox vs. the Phillies on Saturday night. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/348OK...

Rashford subjected to racial abuse after UEL loss

Man Utd's Marcus Rashford said he been subjected to "at least 70 racial slurs" on social media following Wednesday's Europa League final defeat. from www.espn.com - SOCCER https://ift.tt/3wCPx...

Isles light up struggling Jarry, oust Penguins in 6

Tristan Jarry, whose double-overtime gaffe cost the Penguins in Game 5, gave up five goals on 24 shots in Game 6, as the New York Islanders clinched the first-round series with a 5-3 win. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/2QVXS...

Oilers: Racist remarks towards Bear 'disgusting'

Edmonton general manager Ken Holland on Wednesday expressed disappointment that First Nation defenseman Ethan Bear was the target of racist comments on social media after the Oilers' first-round loss to the Winnipeg Jets. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/3vwGo...

Follow live: Jazz eye rebound in Game 2 after dropping opener to Grizzlies

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With Fans in Full Throat, Islanders Upset Penguins in Round One

The Islanders won three consecutive games, including two at home, to advance to the second round. They had their first series-clinching victory at Nassau Coliseum since 1993. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/2SxAd...

Follow live: Jazz eye rebound in Game 2 after dropping opener to Grizzlies

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Hurt Russ held back as popcorn tossed amid exit

Wizards guard Russell Westbrook had to be held back by arena security staff after popcorn was dumped on his head as he exited Wednesday night's game in Philadelphia with a right ankle injury. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/34mcu...

Hurt Russ held back as popcorn tossed amid exit

Wizards guard Russell Westbrook had to be held back by security after popcorn was poured on him while leaving the floor with a right ankle injury Wednesday night at Philadelphia. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/34mcu...

Shildt tossed, rips ump for 'policing' pitcher's hat

St. Louis Cardinals manager Mike Shildt was ejected for arguing after reliever Giovanny Gallegos was ordered to switch caps because umpires thought there was sunscreen on the bill. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3bYc0...

Naomi Osaka says she won't do press conferences during the French Open

Naomi Osaka, a four-time major champion and the No. 2-ranked women's tennis player in the world, announced on Twitter and Instagram that she will not be participating in press conferences during the French Open. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - Sport https://ift.tt/3yGqb...

Shildt tossed, rips ump for 'policing' pitcher's hat

St. Louis Cardinals manager Mike Shildt was ejected for arguing after reliever Giovanny Gallegos was ordered to switch caps because umpires thought there was sunscreen on the bill. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3bYc0...

Yanks' Kluber (shoulder) out at least 2 months

The Yankees announced Wednesday that starter Corey Kluber will miss at least two months with a shoulder injury and that first baseman Luke Voit will also head to the injured list with a right oblique strain. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3hV3W...

Follow live: Hawks look to take control against Knicks in first-round series

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Watch Rafael Devers Tie Game For Red Sox Vs. Braves With 14th HR

Rafael Devers on Wednesday reset the score against the Atlanta Braves with his 14th home run of the year. Down two runs in the bottom of the fourth with two outs, the Boston Red Sox third baseman had Xander Bogaerts on first, and took the third pitch he saw into the stands. Slight work for the team’s leader in home runs. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3fPjZ...

Red Sox vs. Braves prediction: Expect a lot of runs

The Atlanta Braves enter Wednesday’s clash with the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park the MLB leader in home runs per game, and they will look to keep the long hits coming against a starting pitcher they are familiar with in Nick Pivetta. In 15 career appearances against the Braves, Pivetta has a solid 5-2 record, but that comes with a 4.74 ERA and 7.4 strikeouts and 1.3 home runs allowed per nine innings. This season, Pivetta is walking 4.5 walks batters per nine innings. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights...

Naomi Osaka Says She Won’t Talk to Journalists at the French Open

Citing mental health concerns, the world No. 2 wrote on Instagram Wednesday that she will accept any fines levied for not making herself available to reporters. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/34mJb...

Transfer Talk: Man Utd want Donnarumma to replace De Gea

Gianluigi Donnarumma's confirmed exit from AC Milan has the likes of Manchester United and Chelsea circling. Transfer Talk has the latest. from www.espn.com - SOCCER https://ift.tt/2Szwi...

Follow live: Hawks look to take control against Knicks in first-round series

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Yanks' Kluber (shoulder) out at least 2 months

The Yankees announced Wednesday that starter Corey Kluber will miss at least two months with a shoulder injury, and first baseman Luke Voit will also head to the injured list with a right oblique strain. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hV3W...

Tony Hawk finally got recognized as Tony Hawk

Tony Hawk is notorious for encountering people who don't believe he is who he says he is ... but that all changed on Wednesday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2SzNl...

Wednesday, May 26, 2021

West umpires 5,376th game to set MLB record

Joe West broke the major league record for most games umpired on Tuesday night when he worked his 5,376th regular-season game. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3oUL2...

Atlanta-Boston Runs

Red sox first. Kike Hernandez singles to shallow center field. Alex Verdugo walks. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3fMI6...

Red Sox 1, Braves 3: Wasted chances followed by dominance

Morton did not have his command early on, and the Red Sox were taking some advantage to get on base. The Braves righty started the game by allowing a base hit to Kiké Hernández on the first pitch he threw, and then following that up with a walk to Alex Verdugo. With the first two men on, the Red Sox caught a break when J.D. Martinez ripped a line drive right at Ozzie Albies, but the Braves second baseman let it go right under his glove. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/2Swcu...

Are the Tokyo Olympics Safe? Health Experts Urge a Rethinking

Public health specialists suggest the Games’ safety plans put athletes and others at risk, and the Asahi Shimbun newspaper, an Olympic partner, calls for cancellation. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/3yFW6...

Jacob deGrom Returns for Mets and Corey Kluber Exits for Yankees

DeGrom received a no-decision in a win for his injury-depleted team. Kluber was pulled after three innings because of shoulder tightness. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/3bU4I...

Follow live: LeBron, Lakers look to even series vs. Suns

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Celts' Tatum leaves game in 3rd after eye poke

Celtics forward Jayson Tatum's Game 2 ended early in the third quarter after he was poked in the eye. The Nets' Jeff Green left in the first halfwith a bruised left foot. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3fiQg...

Garrett Richards strikes out four

Garrett Richards strikes out four over 5 2/3 innings, allowing six hits and three runs in his start against the Braves from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/2QQFl...

Christian Arroyo Embraces Danny Santana's 'Instant Impact' With Red Sox

Since Christian Arroyo was placed on the 10-day injured list, the Boston Red Sox had to replenish the roster and call some guys up, and one player in particular has stood out. After impressing with Triple-A Worcester, utility player Danny Santana made his debut with the team in a two-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies, hitting home runs on both occasions. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3ugI9...

Red Sox prospect Jeremy Wu-Yelland coming along slowly but surely in Salem

But I’m going to do whatever they ask me to, and I’m going to do it to the best of my ability. But for right now, I think they’re going to want to keep things at least a little bit short. Wu-Yelland’s fastball heading into the draft sat between 91-94 m.p.h. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3bQ19...

Yanks' Kluber exits start with shoulder tightness

New York Yankees starter Corey Kluber left after just three innings vs. the Toronto Blue Jays Tuesday -- his start following last week's no-hitter -- with what the team termed tightness in his right shoulder. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fPzb...

Yanks' Kluber exits start with shoulder tightness

New York Yankees starter Corey Kluber left after just three innings vs. the Toronto Blue Jays Tuesday -- his start following last week's no-hitter -- with what the team termed tightness in his right shoulder. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3fPzb...

Marlins 3B Anderson set to miss several weeks

Marlins third baseman Brian Anderson will be sidelined for at least several weeks with a partial shoulder dislocation. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3bTn1...

Mavs' Porzingis fined $50,000 for club visit

Kristaps Porzingis violated the league rule prohibiting players from going into bars, clubs, lounges or similar establishments but will not miss any games due to the infraction. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3fJen...

49ers expect Bosa to be ready for training camp

Niners defensive end Nick Bosa was not in attendance at Tuesday's voluntary OTA as he continues to rehab his torn left ACL in Florida. But coach Kyle Shanahan said Bosa is expected to be ready for training camp, which opens July 31. from www.espn.com - NFL https://ift.tt/3vrOd...

MLB Top Plays: Saturday 5/22

Louis Cangiano goes over tonight's top MLB DFS plays for a six-game main slate starting at 7:05 ET. (Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports) from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3ue37...

Indians' Plesac breaks thumb ripping off shirt

Indians right-hander Zach Plesac is headed for the injured list with a non-displaced fracture of his right thumb, an injury suffered "aggressively ripping off his shirt," manager Terry Francona said Tuesday. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3bVji...

Syndergaard leaves rehab start with sore elbow

Mets right-hander Noah Syndergaard was removed from his rehabilitation start with with St. Lucie on Tuesday after just one inning for precautionary reasons due to right elbow soreness, the team announced. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3hU3i...

Back in Houston, scandal still lingers for Dodgers

The Astros' Minute Maid Park opened at full capacity Tuesday -- just in time to welcome the Dodgers, a team still left wondering whether Houston's sign-stealing operation cost Los Angeles a World Series title in 2017. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3uoXm...

Zach Plesac injuring himself taking off his shirt joins list of most bizarre recent sports injuries

Zach Plesac got injured while "aggressively taking off his shirt" ... which got us thinking about some other weird ways athletes have gotten hurt. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3bSoY...

Follow live: Durant, Nets seek 2-0 series lead over Celtics

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Knicks' Randle wins NBA Most Improved Player

Julius Randle of the New York Knicks was named the NBA's Most Improved Player on Tuesday night, easily beating Detroit's Jerami Grant and Denver's Michael Porter Jr. for the award. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3bTD0...

Tuesday, May 25, 2021

Julio Jones wants out? Let the social media recruiting begin

NFL players hopped on Twitter and Instagram to try to lure the Falcons WR to their teams. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3viul...

Where Red Sox Land In This Week's MLB.com Power Rankings

The Boston Red Sox are playing some good baseball of late, but the Tampa Bay Rays have taken over the top spot in the American League East after going off for 11 straight wins, pushing Boston to second place for the first time in 44 days. Still, there’s much to be optimistic about, and they’re ranked pretty high in this week’s power rankings from MLB.com. In fact, they stayed steady at at the No. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3hWKH...

Red Sox option struggling Michael Chavis back to Triple A Worcester

Chavis was 9 for 33 (. with five extra-base hits in 10 games after being called up May 7. But he also struck out 13 times and was hitless in five at-bats with runners in scoring position. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3oOQe...

Injuries Stacking Up as Mets Lose to Rockies

The team is up to 16 players on the injured list and at least one more will likely be added on Tuesday. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/3fjwD...

'Second isn't good enough' for Man Utd - Maguire

Man United have shown steady improvement this season but second place in the Premier League will never be good enough, captain Harry Maguire said. from www.espn.com - SOCCER https://ift.tt/3fjo5...

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Victoria's Nick Pivetta going in right direction again after trade from Phillies to Red Sox

Article content Nick Pivetta missing out on a chance to pitch on the road against the Philadelphia Phillies this weekend might be the closest thing to a blemish his season with the Boston Red Sox has had so far. Pivetta, a 28-year-old right-hander from Victoria, is 5-0 with a 3.59 earned run average with the Red Sox, the team that landed him in a trade with the Phillies last August. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3ugk1...

Phils beat Red Sox to end 4-game skid

Zack Wheeler struck out a career high-tying 12 and the Philadelphia Phillies ended a four-game skid, beating the Boston Red Sox 6-2 on Sunday. Odubel Herrera doubled twice and singled while Brad Miller hit a three-run homer as the Phillies averted a sweep and stopped Boston's four-game winning streak. Wheeler (4-2) allowed only three hits in 7 1/3 innings, and retired 17 straight batters after a leadoff single. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3ubnY...

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Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s two home runs are just the latest in a breakout season

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is tied for the major league lead in home runs and leading in OPS. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3vvOW...

Stafford: Thumb not impeding offseason workouts

Matthew Stafford says his offseason thumb surgery isn't an impediment to anything he wants to do during his first offseason workouts with the Los Angeles Rams. from www.espn.com - NFL https://ift.tt/3oKDo...

Week 9 FAAB Recap

The biggest bids this week in my leagues were in AL Tout Wars, where we had not one but two massive buys (over 1/3 of the player's respective FAAB budget). For my teams, there were no sweeping moves, only soul-crushing drop decisions following a slew of injuries on those teams. Let's dive in. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/2SpSb...

Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s two home runs are just the latest in a breakout season

Guerrero is tied for the major league lead in home runs and leading in OPS -- and the best may be yet to come. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3vvOW...

Clarkson tops Jazz teammate Ingles for Sixth Man

Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson was named the NBA's Sixth Man of the Year on Monday night, edging out teammate Joe Ingles and Knicks guard Derrick Rose for the award. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3yLRG...

Julio Jones wants out? Let the social media recruiting begin

Not long after the Falcons receiver declared he's "out" of Atlanta, NFL players hopped on Twitter and Instagram to lure him to their teams. from www.espn.com - NFL https://ift.tt/3viul...

Boca Juniors, River Plate sweating as Copa Libertadores group stage concludes

Nine clubs are into the knock-out stage of the Copa Libertadores. But Boca Juniors and River Plate are among those that still need a result. from www.espn.com - SOCCER https://ift.tt/2RAyo...

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Clarkson tops Jazz teammate Ingles for Sixth Man

Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson was named the NBA's Sixth Man of the Year on Monday night, edging out teammate Joe Ingles and Knicks guard Derrick Rose for the award. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3yLRG...

Iowa: Star Bohannon was 'physically assaulted'

Iowa men's basketball star guard Jordan Bohannon was "physically assaulted" Sunday in an incident in Iowa City, the school said in a Monday release, and "is recovering well." from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hQrT...

U.S. warns against Japan travel ahead of Games

United States agencies warned Americans against travel to Japan because of a surge in coronavirus cases with the country preparing to host the Olympics in just two months. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3wwn5...

Mets GM: Conforto, McNeil likely out til late June

Mets right fielder Michael Conforto and second baseman Jeff McNeil have hamstring injuries that are likely to keep them out of action until late June, according to GM Zack Scott, who also gave updates on the team's other key injured players. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/2T77q...

Torrence takes Top Fuel at SpringNationals

Texas-based Steve Torrence beat Doug Kalitta in the Top Fuel final on Monday at the rain-delayed Mopar Express Lane NHRA SpringNationals at Houston Raceway Park. from www.espn.com - RPM https://ift.tt/3wz9xl9 v...

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Monday, May 24, 2021

Don't look now, but the Los Angeles Dodgers are rolling

The Los Angeles Dodgers were struggling as of a few weeks ago -- but after seven straight wins and a sweep over the San Francisco Giants, they're looking like contenders again. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3c6Z7...

AD takes 'full responsibility' for poor play in loss

Anthony Davis said he got lost in the Lakers' offense during Game 1 and promised to be better in Game 2 against the Suns. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3fJcG...

Playoff fever returns to MSG -- until Trae Young stops it cold

The Knicks had Madison Square Garden rocking again, but Hawks star Trae Young silenced the crowd. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3ffDK...

At 50, Mickelson still loves the chase and caught himself one more major championship

Phil Mickelson still loves golf. On Sunday, it loved him back as he became the oldest major champion. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fdd3...

AD takes 'full responsibility' for poor play in loss

Anthony Davis said he got lost in the Lakers' offense during Game 1 and promised to be better in Game 2 against the Suns. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fJcG...

Follow live: NBA-best Jazz take on upstart Grizzlies in Game 1

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Playoff fever returns to MSG -- until Trae Young stops it cold

The Knicks had Madison Square Garden rocking again, but the Hawks' star silenced the crowd. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3ffDK...

Don't look now, but the Los Angeles Dodgers are rolling

The Los Angeles Dodgers were struggling as of a few weeks ago -- but after seven straight wins and a sweep over the San Francisco Giants, they're looking like contenders again. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3c6Z7...

Follow live: NBA-best Jazz take on upstart Grizzlies in Game 1

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Wheeler fans 12, Phils beat Red Sox 6-2 to end 4-game skid

Rhys Hoskins singled home Herrera with the first run and after Alec Bohm walked, Miller hit a drive just inside the left-field foul pole for his fourth homer of the year. It was big today jumping out early and letting him cruise,” Miller said. It’s hard to throw a shutout every time. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3wqsv...

Around the majors: Jesse Winker, Franchy Cordero, Fernando Tatis Jr. hit mammoth home runs

Sunday was a great day for a long drive, especially ones of at least 440 feet. Check out the best of the day's action in major league baseball. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3yw8e...

Mavericks' Kleber: Clips' staredown crossed line

Saying that this "is the playoffs, so I'm going to try to contest a shot," Dallas forward Maxi Kleber wasn't upset he gave up a dunk to LA's Kawhi Leonard in Game 1, but he wasn't pleased with the Clippers' reaction. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2RICU...

Kadri appeals his suspension as Avs finish sweep

The NHL Players' Association filed an appeal on Nazem Kadri's behalf Sunday night, after his eight-game suspension was levied during Colorado's first-round series vs. St. Louis. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/3fcig...

Alex Cora Feels 'They're Lying To Us' About Franchy Cordero HR Distance

It was his first home run in a Boston Red Sox uniform, and Franchy Cordero absolutely smoked it. While the offense was dominated by Philadelphia Phillies starter Zack Wheeler in a 6-2 loss Sunday, the Red Sox outfielder batted second in the eighth inning and got Boston on the board. The homer may not have changed the outcome of the game, but was still noteworthy as the hardest hit ball in Major League Baseball so far this year, per the NESN broadcast, with an exit velocity of 118.6 mph. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos...

Red-hot Tampa gets five walks in ninth to win its 10th straight, pull even with Red Sox

Austin Meadows, Manuel Margot, and Mike Brosseau drew consecutive bases-loaded walks with two outs in the ninth inning and the Tampa Bay Rays rallied for their 10th straight win, beating the Toronto Blue Jays, 6-4, in the penultimate regular-season game in Dunedin, Fla. The Rays trailed 4-2 going into the ninth, but took advantage of five walks by relievers Tyler Chatwood (0-1) and Travis Bergen to climb into a first-place tie in the AL East after the Red Sox lost in Philadelphia. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos...

Today in White Sox History: May 23

The White Sox quest to find a competent third baseman appeared to be at an end as GM Frank Lane sent infielder Grady Hatton and $100,000 to Boston for All-Star George Kell. It was the first time the Red Sox had sold a player outright since the Babe Ruth deal more than 25 years earlier. Kell’s best year for the White Sox was 1955, when he hit . from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3veJy...

CG: BOS@PHI - 5/23/21

Condensed Game: Brad Miller belted a three-run home run to back Zack Wheeler's 12-strikeout performance in the Phillies' 6-2 win over from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3u8w5...

Koepka irked by crowd, says injured knee was hit

Brooks Koepka said his injured right knee was "dinged" as fans engulfed Phil Mickelson in the 18th fairway at the Ocean Course. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2QIai...

Verstappen dominant as Mercedes, Ferrari drop the ball

Max Verstappen's flawless Monaco Grand Prix put him into the lead of the championship for the first time in his career, capitalising on horror shows for Ferrari and Mercedes to put Red Bull back on top for the first time since 2013. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2So7u...

Phil Mickelson becomes oldest major winner as he wins enthralling PGA Championship

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Rain postpones NHRA SpringNationals until Mon.

NHRA SpringNationals at Houston Raceway Park was postponed to Monday after rain washed out most of the final eliminations. from www.espn.com - RPM https://ift.tt/3viUdJe v...

Follow live: Kinicks hosting Hawks in long-awaited return to playoffs

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Mavericks' Kleber: Clips' staredown crossed line

Saying that this "is the playoffs, so I'm going to try to contest a shot," Dallas forward Maxi Kleber wasn't upset he gave up a dunk to LA's Kawhi Leonard in Game 1, but he wasn't pleased with the Clippers' reaction. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/2RICU...

Sunday, May 23, 2021

Doncic's triple-double puts Mavs 1-0 up on Clips

Mavericks star Luka Doncic had 31 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists as his third career playoff triple-double lifted the Mavericks to a 113-103 win over the Clippers. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3yzhJ...

Clippers' 'spirits still high' as playoff slide hits 4

Kawhi Leonard said the LA Clippers remain confident after Saturday's Game 1 loss to the Mavericks, which marked their fourth straight postseason loss dating back to last year. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/2T6Pj...

When will the Clippers come into the spotlight?

There would be no talking from the Clippers until the proved themselves in the playoffs. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/2QKlR...

Red Sox' Xander Bogaerts, Danny Santana hit back-to-back homers vs. Phillies

Xander Bogaerts and Danny Santana crushed back-to-back bombs for the Red Sox vs. the Phillies on Saturday night. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/348OK...

Rafael Devers's gift of pitch recognition has led to best start of career

He was hitting . with a . OPS and 37 RBIs. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/34m8z...

With Cole on the Hill, Yankees Run Scoreless Streak to 30 Innings

Pitching has powered a five-game winning streak. The Mets lost in the ninth and Scott Kazmir made it back to the majors with the Giants. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/2RIts...

Ink to paper: Fury, Wilder sign for trilogy fight

WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder have both signed their contracts for the third bout in their heavyweight rivalry, with sources telling ESPN the fight will be on July 24. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/349ZX...

Fan favorite Felder, 37, retiring from MMA

Paul Felder, still ranked No. 9 among UFC lightweights, said he didn't see a direct path to a championship in his near future. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3wshO...

Kazmir, 37, makes 1st MLB appearance since '16

The Giants called up 37-year-old Scott Kazmir from Triple-A Sacramento to make his first big league appearance since 2016 on Saturday, when he started against the Dodgers. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2QGLr...

Stoneman Douglas HS claims Fla. baseball title

Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School has another Florida state baseball championship to celebrate after defeating Spruce Creek High 5-1 to claim the Class 7A crown. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3yxEV...

Phil Mickelson and the wild ride that could end in major championship history

His Saturday at the PGA Championship was anything but boring. Still, through it all, he leads by 1 shot. Thirty years after his first win, can he get perhaps his most stunning? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2Sd9l...

Breaking down everyone with a shot to win the PGA Championship

The leaderboard is suddenly crowded. A look at the contenders and what they think of their chances. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3bKbP...

Kazmir, 37, makes 1st MLB appearance since '16

The Giants called up 37-year-old Scott Kazmir from Triple-A Sacramento to make his first big league appearance since 2016 on Saturday, when he started against the Dodgers. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/2QGLr...

Tasca beats rain, takes top NHRA Funny Car spot

Funny Car points leader Bob Tasca III had a 3.908-second run at 331.53 mph in a Ford Mustang to take the No. 1 qualifying position in the Mopar Express Lane NHRA SpringNationals. from www.espn.com - RPM https://ift.tt/3ucf6EL v...

Middleton plays hero in OT as Bucks take Game 1

Khris Middleton drained a tiebreaking fadeaway jumper with 0.5 seconds left in overtime, lifting the Bucks to a 109-107 win over the Heat in Game 1 of their first-round series. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3fCrW...

Red Sox 11, Phillies 3: Taking advantage of sloppy defense

Xander Bogaerts was able to come through there, putting the ball in play and bringing a run home on a ground out. They didn’t stop there, either, with Rafael Devers just missing a home run out to left field and settling for an RBI double to give Boston the early 2-0 lead. So that was a really nice start off of a very good pitcher, but Nola started to look more like himself for the next few innings. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3oJLJ...

Phil Mickelson Leads P.G.A. Championship After Third Round

Mickelson has a one-shot lead over Brooks Koepka entering the final round of the P.G.A. Championship, where he is bidding to become the oldest man to win a major. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/3hMq1...

Transfer Talk: Chelsea emerge as favourites to sign Rice

Declan Rice is a man in demand, with Chelsea the latest club to be linked with the West Ham United star. Transfer Talk has the latest. from www.espn.com - SOCCER https://ift.tt/3vbXd...

Lefty secures lead, 18 holes from history at PGA

Phil Mickelson shot a 70 on Saturday and was at 7-under 209 for the tournament as he heads into Sunday looking for his sixth career major. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3yqWt...

Middleton plays hero in OT as Bucks take Game 1

Khris Middleton drained a tiebreaking fadeaway jumper with 0.5 seconds left in overtime, lifting the Bucks to a 109-107 win over the Heat in Game 1 of their first-round series. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fCrW...

Jose Ramirez vs. Josh Taylor live results and analysis

Jose Ramirez takes on Josh Taylor for the junior welterweight undisputed championship. Follow live. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3oIjq...

Brilliant Phil Mickelson atop leaderboard heading into final round at PGA Championship

He might be one of the older statesman at the PGA Championship, but Phil Mickelson is showing he's no slouch. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - Sport https://ift.tt/347JV...

Brilliant Phil Mickelson atop leaderboard heading into final round at PGA Championship

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Saturday, May 22, 2021

Braves' 7-HR game with 2 slams makes history

The Atlanta Braves became the first team in major league history to have seven or more homers in a game that included two grand slams, pulling the feat Friday night in a 20-1 rout of the Pirates. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fGeT...

Real or Not: Is Embiid the ultimate mismatch? Can Lakers flip the switch?

Are the higher seeds in trouble? Can the Lakers advance? Our NBA experts take on the biggest themes heading into the opening round. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3bLiS...

Ex-Jag Smith gets probation in unlawful sex case

Ex-Jaguars linebacker Telvin Smith, who was arrested in April 2020 on a charge of unlawful sexual activity with a minor, got three years probation after pleading no-contest. from www.espn.com - NFL https://ift.tt/3fGlz...

Devers, Santana go deep, Red Sox beat Phillies 11-3

Rafael Devers and Danny Santana hit homers to back Martin Perez, and the Boston Red Sox beat the Philadelphia Phillies 11-3 Friday night. Perez (2-2) allowed three runs and five hits, striking out seven in six innings. The AL East-leading Red Sox have won three in a row. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3faa1...

CG: BOS@PHI - 5/21/21

Condensed Game: Rafael Devers homered and drove in three runs to lead the Red Sox to an 11-3 win over the Phillies from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3wq5o...

Kendrick Perkins says he 'wouldn't want to play with Brad Stevens' after Nets comments

Tomorrow, the Celtics face the Nets in Game 1 of the playoffs at 8 p.m. And also on Saturday at 8 p.m. the Revolution face the Red Bulls at Gillette Stadium. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3hM6X...

Red Sox Answer Major AL East Challenge With Dramatic Series Win

With two outs in the ninth inning and the tying run on third base, J.D. Martinez launched an absolute missile to right-center field off Rafael Dolis. That two-run shot gave the Red Sox an 8-7 lead. It was just a big at-bat, big situation against that team, a team we’re going to be battling with all year,” Martinez said of his emotional reaction while rounding first base. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3fzxN...

Avs' Kadri suspended 8 games for illegal check

Nazem Kadri was suspended eight playoff games for a "high, forceful check" to the head of Blues defenseman Justin Faulk during Game 2. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2Sj51...

Strasburg pitches into 6th, notches win in return

Stephen Strasburg pitched into the sixth inning in his return from the injured list, allowing just one hit as the Washington Nationals defeated the Baltimore Orioles 4-2 on Friday night. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3ubni...

Avs' Kadri suspended 8 games for illegal check

Nazem Kadri was suspended eight playoff games for a "high, forceful check" to the head of Blues defenseman Justin Faulk during Game 2. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/2Sj51...

Rafael Devers' two-run home run

Rafael Devers crushes a two-run home run to deep-right field, extending the Red Sox lead to 8-3 in the top of the 7th inning from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/2QGU3...

Martin Perez makes good case for universal DH with ugly swing

Pitcher Martin Perez had one of the uglier swings you'll see during Friday night's game between the Red Sox and Phillies. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3fb0y...

Red Sox appear certain to get a major talent with the No. 4 draft pick this year

With less than two months until the Red Sox make their highest draft pick in more than a half-century, the top of the board is jumbled. In a year when the Red Sox hold the No. overall pick, five names have emerged as the proverbial cream of the crop. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/2QDQ0...

David Ortiz Pumped About Red Sox's Dramatic Comeback Vs. Blue Jays

David Ortiz sure enjoyed the Boston Red Sox’s thrilling comeback against the Toronto Blue Jays. J.D. Martinez lifted Boston to arguably its biggest win of the 2021 Major League Baseball season Thursday night at TD Ballpark in Dunedin, Fla. launching a two-run home run with two outs in the ninth inning to propel the Red Sox to an 8-7 victory. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3bL80...

Kendrick Perkins says he 'wouldn't want to play with Brad Stevens' after Nets comments

Tomorrow, the Celtics face the Nets in Game 1 of the playoffs at 8 p.m. And also on Saturday at 8 p.m. the Revolution face the Red Bulls at Gillette Stadium. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3u4gY...

LeBron: Familiarity with pal CP3 helps in matchup

LeBron James said his familiarity with good friend Chris Paul's fierce competitiveness and "out-of-this-world IQ" will help as the Lakers prepare for the Suns in their first-round playoff series. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3oCzu...

LeBron: Familiarity with pal CP3 helps in matchup

LeBron James said his familiarity with good friend Chris Paul's fierce competitiveness and "out-of-this-world IQ" will help as the Lakers prepare for the Suns in their first-round playoff series. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3oCzu...

Danny Santana crushes go-ahead home run in Red Sox debut

Danny Santana made a nice first impression in his Red Sox debut Friday night. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3bLoC...

Martinez's 2-run homer in 9th lifts Red Sox over Jays 8-7

J.D. Martinez hit a go-ahead, two-run homer in a three-run ninth inning, and Boston Red Sox rallied to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 8-7. Alex Verdugo had an RBI grounder before Martinez connected on his 250th homer. The two-out drive came off Rafael Dolis, making his second appearance since returning from a right calf injury. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/2RFBc...

Raptors fan Nav Bhatia joins Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame

Nav Bhatia, also known as the Superfan, became the first fan to join the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3yxrP...

Rafael Devers Can't Help But Laugh At Martín Pérez's Ugly Swing

Martín Pérez was punched out in his first at-bat Friday night at Citizens Bank Park, but at least he went down swinging. We’re using the term “swinging” loosely, however. Pérez made the Red Sox’s final out of the top half of the second inning in pretty hilarious fashion. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3ueGY...

Can Phil Mickelson really win this PGA Championship?

He's halfway there, sitting tied atop the leaderboard through 36 holes. If he thinks he can, he wasn't telling anybody. But those who watched him for two days are believers. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/345Ie...

Raptors fan joins Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame

Nav Bhatia, also known as the Superfan, became the first fan to join the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3yxrP...

Friday, May 21, 2021

Unrest rules Colombia out as Copa host

The 2021 Copa America won't feature games in Colombia after CONMEBOL decided to move games away from the country after a wave of civil unrest. from www.espn.com - SOCCER https://ift.tt/3fFhG...

Colombia out as host weeks before Copa America

The 2021 Copa America won't feature games in Colombia after CONMEBOL decided to move games away from the country after a wave of civil unrest. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fFhG...

Can Phil Mickelson keep this going and other big things to know for Round 2

Mickelson and Corey Conners got off to a strong start, while Rory McIlroy struggled. We get you set for Friday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3u8nO...

Will Deontay Wilder solve Tyson Fury in the trilogy fight? Where does Anthony Joshua go from here?

Our ESPN boxing panel discusses the Fury-Wilder 3 fight, what Wilder can do differently to emerge victorious, and the next step for Anthony Joshua. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3v82s...

Bobby Dalbec's three-run homer

Bobby Dalbec's smacks a three-run homer to right field and the Red Sox take a 3-2 lead in top of the 2nd inning from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3oBlX...

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck Have Reportedly 'Fallen for Each Other' in an 'Intense Way'

Don’t expect Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck to make their situationship official any time soon. Even though Lopez and Affleck were previously engaged, they’re reportedly trying to take it slow this time around. A source tells Us Weekly, “Right now they’re going with the flow and making plans to meet up as often as possible, but there’s still some discussing to do before they officially go public. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3yss1...

Sources: Wilder, Fury verbally agree to July fight

Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder have verbally agreed to terms on a third fight, multiple sources confirmed to ESPN. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2S8i7...

Conners leads by 2 shots after 1st round at PGA

Corey Conners leads by two shots over a half-dozen players after the first round of the PGA Championship. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3yral...

PG: 'Big difference' in mindset now vs. in bubble

LA Clippers star Paul George, who said he had bouts of depression while living in the Orlando bubble last season, said it has been easier this year because he can "live a normal life." from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hHUK...

DeGrom K's 8 in 3 shutout innings in rehab start

Mets ace Jacob deGrom threw 41 pitches, 30 for strikes, and whiffed the last six batters he faced in a rehab start as he works his way back from tightness in his right side and lower back. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3ylqP...

Leafs' Tavares hospitalized after scary hit to face

Maple Leafs captain John Tavares was carted off the ice and taken to a local hospital after taking a knee to the face as he was falling in Thursday's Game 1 against Montreal. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/2QG2k...

Brooks Koepka Appears Back in P.G.A. Championship Opening Round

After missing the cut at the Masters, the world No. 13 played with a chip on his shoulder, putting himself in the hunt for a fifth major with a three-under-par 69. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/3yuSa...

Follow live: Wizards, Pacers face off in bid to secure No. 8 seed in Eastern Conference

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Jokic, Curry, Embiid named finalists for MVP

Nikola Jokic or Joel Embiid would become the first center since Shaquille O'Neal in 2000 to win MVP, while Stephen Curry would become one of the nine players in history to win the award three times. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2SaUp...

Knicks sell out 15K seats for first 2 playoff games

The Knicks have sold out the 15,000 seats available for Games 1 and 2 against the Hawks -- a reduced capacity for MSG, but the largest crowd of the postseason so far. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3wluK...

Leafs' Tavares carted off ice after knee to face

Maple Leafs captain John Tavares took a knee to the face as he was falling and had to be taken off the ice on a stretcher in the first period of Thursday's game against the Canadiens. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2QG2k...

The Ocean Course, not the players, will control this PGA Championship

The look on the players' face as they walked off the Ocean Course told the story. This PGA Championship won't be easy. And if you take even a second off, trouble is coming. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3yskI...

Breaking down the historic seasons of Vanderbilt's Jack Leiter and Kumar Rocker

Follow Vanderbilt's unstoppable superstar pitchers as they put together historic seasons. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3wkUS...

M's claim Nottingham off waivers for 2nd time

Catcher Jacob Nottingham has been claimed off waivers by the Mariners for the second time this season. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/2QB3A...

Follow live: Wizards, Pacers face off in bid to secure No. 8 seed in Eastern Conference

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Jokic, Curry, Embiid named finalists for MVP

Nikola Jokic or Joel Embiid would become the first centers since Shaquille O'Neal in 2000 to win MVP while Stephen Curry would become one of the nine players in history to win the award three times. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/2SaUp...

PG: 'Big difference' in mindset now vs. in bubble

LA Clippers star Paul George, who said he had bouts of depression while living in the Orlando bubble last season, said it has been easier this year because he can "live a normal life." from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3hHUK...

Knicks sell out 15K seats for first 2 playoff games

The Knicks have sold out the 15,000 seats available for Games 1 and 2 against the Hawks -- a reduced capacity for MSG, but the largest crowd of the postseason so far. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3wluK...

Thursday, May 20, 2021

Verdugo, Martinez power 5-run 1st, Red Sox top Blue Jays 7-3

Richards (4-2) allowed two runs, seven hits and four walks with five strikeouts over 6 2/3 innings. The right-hander induced three double-play grounders. Hernández drove a second-inning solo homer through the breeze to left to put Boston ahead 6-1. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3ozpy...

Red Sox vs. Blue Jays Highlights

Red Sox slug 4 homers to back Richards in a 7-3 win from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3f4ky...

Ryu pitches 7 masterful innings, Blue Jays beat Red Sox 8-0

Hyun Jin Ryu pitched seven masterful innings, light-hitting Danny Jansen played a key offensive role and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Boston Red Sox 8-0 on Tuesday night. Ryu (4-2) scattered four hits and struck out seven. Travis Bergen, Tyler Chatwood and Rafael Dolis completed the five-hitter. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/345Xa...

Red Sox Fan Makes Greatest Multitasking Bat Catch In Fenway History

Dude kept the cell phone conversation going and hauled in a dangerous flying object at the same time. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3weCP...

Keeper-less River secure memorable Copa Libertadores win

Ravaged by the coronavirus, River Plate had no substitutes or a specialist keeper available on Wednesday -- yet they still managed to win. from www.espn.com - SOCCER https://ift.tt/3ynit...

Yanks' Kluber throws MLB's 6th no-hitter in 2021

Corey Kluber struck out nine in the 2-0 win against the Rangers on Wednesday. He threw 101 pitches in the Yankees' first no-hitter since 1999. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3hBVf...

Once a roster doubt, Nick Pivetta has become the best arm in the Red Sox' rotation

But the way he’s doing it this year is a lot different and his stuff is a lot better than last year,” manager Alex Cora said Wednesday. Earlier this season, the Sox considered splitting up Nate Eovaldi and Eduardo Rodriguez to lessen the potential load on their relievers. But Pivetta and Garrett Richards have pitched well enough to table that idea. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3yqdW...

Yankees’ Corey Kluber Throws a No-Hitter

Kluber, 35, already had two Cy Young Awards on his résumé. It was the sixth no-hitter this season in the majors, and it came a day after the fifth. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/3ynFA...

Yanks' Kluber throws MLB's 6th no-hitter in 2021

Corey Kluber struck out nine in the 2-0 win against the Rangers on Wednesday. He threw 101 pitches in the Yankees' first no-hitter since 1999. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hBVf...

Ravens' Hollywood Brown makes elite number change switching to Flacco's old number

The Baltimore Ravens haven't retired any uniform numbers. There are a few that don't get worn, including Ray Lewis' No. 52 and Ed Reed's No. 20. That unwritten rule doesn't seem to apply to the player who was the MVP in the team's last Super Bowl win. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3f0NN...

Follow live: Kluber working on no-hitter vs. Rangers

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Driskel joining Texans' QB group on 1-year deal

Quarterback Jeff Driskel, who spent last season with the Denver Broncos, signed a one-year deal with the Houston Texans worth up to $2.5 million, according to his agents. from www.espn.com - NFL https://ift.tt/3fvjo...

Red Sox prospect watch: Triston Casas on fire after slow start in Double-A

Triston Casas, first baseman The top prospect in the Red Sox organization probably won’t see much action with the big club unless it’s as a September call-up. But boy, is it hard not to get excited about his potential. Casas is making mincemeat out of Double-A pitching with the Portland Sea Dogs, hitting . from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/2ScYf...

Driskel joining Texans' QB group on 1-year deal

Quarterback Jeff Driskel, who spent last season with the Denver Broncos, signed a one-year deal with the Houston Texans worth up to $2.5 million, according to his agents. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fvjo...

Jake Paul has deal with Showtime, adviser says

Jake Paul has a deal in place for his next boxing match to be promoted by Showtime Sports, his adviser told ESPN on Wednesday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3f0ci...

Yanks SS Torres in lineup after missing 6 games

Gleyber Torres, fully vaccinated and off the COVID-19 injured list after missing six games, was cleared to return Wednesday and inserted into the New York Yankees' lineup vs. the Texas Rangers. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3bCwk...

Kawhi 'confident' Clips will stay sharp in playoffs

After last year's playoff collapse, the Clippers' Kawhi Leonard is 'confident' the team will stay sharp 'between the ears' in the postseason. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/2RvQ4...

Watch Alex Verdugo, J.D. Martinez Go Back-To-Back For Red Sox Lead

The Boston Red Sox brought out the bats Wednesday against the Toronto Blue Jays. Boston recorded five hits before registering an out, and two of those knocks went for back-to-back home runs by No. batter Alex Verdugo and No. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3wncf...

Boston Red Sox say 'Miss You' to Jennifer Lopez amidst A-Rod split

In a TikTok video addressed to Lopez with the caption, “Miss you, J-Lo,” the Red Sox showed video of Lopez at a game while her ex-fiancé Alex Rodriguez broadcast for Sunday Night Baseball on ESPN. The video was also paired along with the instrumental version of the song “Never Forget You” by Zara Larsson. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3f2da...

Sources: Houston Dynamo, Dash near $400M sale

Ted Segal is close to acquiring a controlling stake of the Houston Dynamo and Houston Dash for around $400 million, sources have told ESPN. from www.espn.com - SOCCER https://ift.tt/3v2py...

Harden 'all about winning,' not stuffing stat sheet

Approaching the Nets' first game of the playoffs, James Harden said on Wednesday that "my impact doesn't have to show up on the stat sheet for us to win." from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3bHeF...

Dixon best at Indy practice; ECR duo right behind

Scott Dixon was fastest Wednesday on the second day of Indianapolis 500 practice, but he was followed closely by teammates Conor Daly and Ed Carpenter. from www.espn.com - RPM https://ift.tt/3ypk30g v...

Harden 'all about winning,' not stuffing stat sheet

Approaching the Nets' first game of the playoffs, James Harden said on Wednesday that "my impact doesn't have to show up on the stat sheet for us to win." from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3bHeF...

Wednesday, May 19, 2021

Ryu seven masterful innings, Blue Jays beat Red Sox 8-0

Hyun Jin Ryu pitched seven masterful innings, light-hitting Danny Jansen played a key offensive role and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Boston Red Sox 8-0 on Tuesday night. Ryu (4-2) scattered four hits and struck out seven. Travis Bergen, Tyler Chatwood and Rafael Dolis completed the five-hitter. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3fxfF...

Alex Verdugo's two hits

Alex Verdugo picks up two hits, including a double, against the Blue Jays from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3hAqL...

Pacers keep foot on gas, rout Hornets to move on

The Pacers kept up the intensity for 48 minutes and blew out the Hornets 144-117 on Tuesday night to advance to the next stage of the play-in tournament. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/2T3CE...

Red Sox prospect Eduard Bazardo suffers apparent arm injury

Red Sox pitching prospect Eduard Bazardo left Tuesday's game for Triple-A Worcester after suffering an apparent arm injury. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3hyLV...

Alex Cora Reveals 'Biggest Worry' Playing At Spring Training Facility

The Boston Red Sox opened up their three-game set against the Toronto Blue Jays. But they won’t be playing in Canada this time around. Due to COVID-19 travel restrictions, the Blue Jays have not been able to play in their home ballpark this year. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3bBzm...

Lue on critics of Clippers resting: 'I don't care'

Clippers coach Ty Lue said Tuesday, when asked about the noise over his team aggressively pursuing rest for starters and landing on the side of the West playoff bracket that they wanted, that he doesn't "give a damn." from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3u0w8...

How a new generation of players is shifting MLB's culture

Seemingly overnight, bat flips and flair have gone from baseball taboos to big league marketing material. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3wxkz...

Lue on critics of Clippers resting: 'I don't care'

Clippers coach Ty Lue said Tuesday, when asked about the noise over his team aggressively pursuing rest for starters and landing on the side of the West playoff bracket that they wanted, that he doesn't "give a damn." from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3u0w8...

Alex Cora Details Why Kiké Hernández Is 'Difference Maker' For Red Sox

Kiké Hernández returned to the Boston Red Sox lineup Tuesday for the first time since May 6 after suffering a hamstring strain. And Alex Cora is happy to have hime back. Hernández reclaimed the leadoff spot against the Toronto Blue Jays as the Red Sox look to bounce back after Sunday’s loss to the los Angeles Angels. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3fwYj...

Demand for sports, concert tickets ramps up as Mass. venues prepare for full capacity

As Massachusetts arenas, stadiums and ballparks prepare for a return to full capacity in accordance with , there is high demand for tickets to entertainment events. Fenway Park will be at full capacity for Boston Red Sox games and concerts starting May 29, while Gillette Stadium will be at 100% capacity for events starting on Memorial Day. "There's definitely a big market right now to get out and go to the ballgames," said Clarissa Montes. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3fuaf...

Sources: Barca great Xavi says no to Brazil job

Barcelona great Xavi Hernandez has rejected a role to become Brazil's assistant manager ahead of the World Cup in Qatar, sources tell ESPN Brasil. from www.espn.com - SOCCER https://ift.tt/3bCkV...

Follow live: Will Celtics right the ship against Wizards in play-in tournament?

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Ionescu youngest to record WNBA triple-double

In only her sixth WNBA game, Sabrina Ionescu had the first triple-double of her pro career -- and first in franchise history -- to lead New York to an 86-75 win over the Minnesota Lynx on Tuesday, giving the Liberty their first 3-0 start in 14 years. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eYPO...

Former Indy 500 winners tops as practice opens

A trio of former Indianapolis 500 winners led the way as practice opened Tuesday, slowing the youth movement that has run through the beginning of the season. from www.espn.com - RPM https://ift.tt/3hDa6GG v...

Follow live: Will Celtics right the ship against Wizards in play-in tournament?

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Kerr: Play-in game result of 'meaningful season'

After years of looking at the postseason as "win the championship or bust," Golden State coach Steve Kerr wants Stephen Curry and the Warriors to enjoy and appreciate their growth as they enter the NBA's play-in tournament this week. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3tZR2...

Red Sox's Alex Cora Compared Angels' Shohei Ohtani To This NFL Player

Boston manager Alex Cora seems to agree after what he’s seen from Ohtani. We’ve never seen anything like that,” Cora told reporters pregame ahead of Tuesday’s game against the Toronto Blue Jays. It’s like, I don’t know, Deion Sanders and football, right? from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3v5fC...

Mike Trout Will Miss Six to Eight Weeks With Strained Calf

Baseball’s best player has been having an M.V.P.-level season. Gleyber Torres, meanwhile, was cleared to return to the Yankees. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/3bCfD...

GK chaos for COVID-hit River Plate before Copa tilt

River Plate will be forced to use an outfield player in goal for their next Copa Libertadores tie after a request to name two reservists was denied. from www.espn.com - SOCCER https://ift.tt/3oF6K...

Lakers brace for GSW's 'head of the snake': Curry

The Lakers' defense, ranked No. 1 in the NBA during the regular season, will be tested by the league's leading scorer, Stephen Curry, right away to begin the postseason in Wednesday's play-in tournament game against the Warriors from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fv5m...

La Russa: Mercedes 'clueless' for his 3-0 swing

Up 3-0 in the count late in a blowout victory over Minnesota Monday, Chicago designated hitter Yermin Mercedes hit a home run, much to the dismay of White Sox manager Tony La Russa, who felt it was uncalled for and something that "will not happen again." from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3f06C...

Lakers brace for GSW's 'head of the snake': Curry

The Lakers' defense, ranked No. 1 in the NBA during the regular season, will be tested by the league's leading scorer, Stephen Curry, right away to begin the postseason in Wednesday's play-in tournament game against the Warriors from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3fv5m...

Barkley aids Alabama city's public schools staff

Charles Barkley, who played at Auburn before his stellar NBA career, donated $1,000 apiece to the more than 200 employees of a city school system in his native Alabama amid the COVID-19 pandemic. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3f0oD...

Tuesday, May 18, 2021

Source: USMNT's Long out with Achilles injury

New York Red Bulls and U.S. defender Aaron Long has ruptured his Achilles tendon, a source with knowledge of the situation confirmed to ESPN. from www.espn.com - SOCCER https://ift.tt/2QqI4...

Unseeded Marshall tops IU for first soccer title

Jamil Roberts 98th-minute goal pushed Marshall past Indiana 1-0 in the College Cup final, as the Thundering Herd became the first unseeded team to win a national title since Santa Clara in 2006. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3bzEl...

New senior executive with the Denver Broncos is one of the most powerful women in the NFL

The Denver Broncos have hired Kelly Kleine as the Executive Director of Football Operations/Special Advisor to the General Manager, making her one of the most powerful women in the National Football League. from CNN.com - RSS Channel - Sport https://ift.tt/3bvFj...

Trout leaves after 1st inning with right calf strain

Angels star outfielder Mike Trout exited Monday night's game after the first inning because of a strained right calf as Los Angeles opened a series against the visiting Cleveland Indians. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3eRfW...

Red Sox Announce When Fenway Park Will Return to Full Capacity

The Boston Red Sox released a statement Monday confirming Fenway Park will host fans at 100% capacity when those restrictions are gone. Today’s update to the reopening plan will allow Fenway Park to begin operating at full capacity beginning on May 29 for games and concerts throughout the summer, Red Sox CEO and president Sam Kennedy said. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3hEDf...

Astros to allow 100% capacity starting May 25

The Astros will not require masks for fans who are fully vaccinated. The team said fans who aren't fully vaccinated are encouraged to wear them, and the club will make them available to fans as they enter the stadium. The Boston Red Sox will be allowed to fill Fenway Park to capacity as of Memorial Day weekend. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3v0E6...

The Latest: Astros to allow 100% capacity starting May 25

The Houston Astros will permit 100% attendance for games at Minute Maid Park starting May 25. The Astros will not require masks for fans who are fully vaccinated. The team said fans who aren't fully vaccinated are encouraged to wear them, and the club will make them available to fans as they enter the stadium. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3tTG6...

Red Sox' schedule is about to get hellaciously brutal, so buckle up

If the Red Sox are going to continue to remain in contention this summer, they are going to have to navigate a brutal stretch of games against some of the league's best teams, writes our John Tomase. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/2RfQV...

Gerrit Cole Falters as Yankees Lose to Rangers

A rare bad outing by Cole included his first walk in more than 40 innings. The Mets beat Atlanta but Kevin Pillar left the game after being hit in the head. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/3eXDb...

Mets' Pillar bloodied after taking fastball to face

Taijuan Walker left his start Monday with tightness in his left side while Kevin Pillar was hit in the face by a pitch in the seventh inning. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2S29x...

Columbus adds 'Crew' back to official team name

In response to fan backlash, Columbus has agreed to walk back some aspects of its recent rebrand, including adding back "Crew" to the team name. from www.espn.com - SOCCER https://ift.tt/3bRqh...

Source: Patriots set to re-sign vet QB Hoyer

Brian Hoyer provides backup quarterback insurance for the Patriots as a potential starting competition unfolds ahead of him on the depth chart. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3frWv...

Santa Clara bests FSU in PKs for women's title

No. 11 seed Santa Clara downed No. 1 Florida State in a penalty kick shootout on Monday, giving the Broncos their first women's soccer national title since 2001. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2Rqq9...

Columbus adds 'Crew' back to official team name

In response to fan backlash, Columbus has agreed to walk back some aspects of its recent rebrand, including adding back "Crew" to the team name. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3bRqh...

Source: Patriots set to re-sign vet QB Hoyer

Brian Hoyer provides backup quarterback insurance for the Patriots as a potential starting competition unfolds ahead of him on the depth chart. from www.espn.com - NFL https://ift.tt/3frWv...

Sources: Bears' voluntary OTAs see high turnout

The Bears, one of many teams to release a statement objecting to in-person voluntary workouts, had about 70 players attend Day 1 of Phase 2 of the club's voluntary offseason program Monday -- and enjoyed near perfect attendance on offense, sources said. from www.espn.com - NFL https://ift.tt/3ylOD...

Coveted transfer guard Martin leaves ASU for KU

Remy Martin, a 6-foot point guard who could be a preseason All-America selection next season after deciding to leave Arizona State, will transfer to Kansas, he told ESPN on Monday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3onvv...

Teacher's pet: Campbell wants pet lion in Detroit

Dan Campbell has yet to coach an actual game in Detroit, but the first-year Lions coach is already making an early case as one of the most entertaining coaches in the league with his off-the-cuff style. from www.espn.com - NFL https://ift.tt/2S5Jr...

Red Sox Announce When Fenway Park Will Return to Full Capacity

The Boston Red Sox released a statement Monday confirming Fenway Park will host fans at 100% capacity when those restrictions are gone. Today’s update to the reopening plan will allow Fenway Park to begin operating at full capacity beginning on May 29 for games and concerts throughout the summer, Red Sox CEO and president Sam Kennedy said. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/33R1v...

Astros to allow 100% capacity starting May 25

The Astros will not require masks for fans who are fully vaccinated. The team said fans who aren't fully vaccinated are encouraged to wear them, and the club will make them available to fans as they enter the stadium. The Boston Red Sox will be allowed to fill Fenway Park to capacity as of Memorial Day weekend. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/33SC5...

Massachusetts to lift COVID restrictions May 29, clearing path to full sports games

Massachusetts governor Charlie Baker announced Monday that the commonwealth will be lifting its COVID-19 restrictions on May 29. This is a great development for sports fans, as large venues like Fenway Park will be able to have 100 percent attendance beginning on that date. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3bz15...

Transfer Talk: Man City consider record-breaking one-year deal for Messi

Will a one-year, £25 million deal be enough to persuade Leo Messi to join Manchester City? Transfer Talk has the latest. from www.espn.com - SOCCER https://ift.tt/3hyW6...

Teacher's pet: Campbell wants pet lion in Detroit

Dan Campbell has yet to coach an actual game in Detroit, but the first-year Lions coach is already making an early case as one of the most entertaining coaches in the league with his off-the-cuff style. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2S5Jr...

Monday, May 17, 2021

Lightning's Kucherov, out since Sept., scores twice

Making his first appearance after missing the entire regular season with a hip injury, Tampa Bay winger Nikita Kucherov scored two power-play goals Sunday night to help the defending champion Lightning beat the Panthers in Game 1 of their playoff series. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/3tNIg...

MLB roundup: Ohtani's late homer lifts Angels

Shohei Ohtani's two-run homer off Matt Barnes with two outs in the ninth inning lifted the Los Angeles Angels to a 6-5 win over host Boston on Sunday, preventing the Red Sox from completing a three-game sweep. The Red Sox were one out away from getting that sweep when Mike Trout stepped to the plate to face Barnes (1-1), who entered the game 9-for-9 in save opportunities. Trout, who was 0-for-15 on the trip and hitless in his last 18 at-bats overall, blooped a single into shallow right center field. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings,...

After Helping Her Husband Gain Freedom, Maya Moore Savors Her Own

Moore, the 2014 W.N.B.A. M.V.P., is reveling in married life and continuing a fight for criminal justice reform alongside Jonathan Irons, whom she married after helping him win his release from prison after 23 years. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/2Rrv1...

Softball regionals set in states with anti-trans laws

The NCAA named Alabama, Arkansas and Tennessee as host schools for softball regionals on Sunday, bringing its postseason tournament to three states that have passed laws banning transgender athletes from competing in interscholastic sports. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2Rfub...

Nets secure No. 2 as Kyrie joins 50/40/90 club

The Nets completed one of the most impressive plays of their season during a victory over Cleveland that secured the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3w7e1...

Nets secure No. 2 as Kyrie joins 50/40/90 club

The Nets completed one of the most impressive plays of their season during a victory over Cleveland that secured the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3w7e1...

J. Cole makes pro hoops debut in Africa League

Rapper J. Cole made his debut with the Patriots Basketball Club on Sunday and held his own on the court in the BAL, the Basketball Africa League. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3uSc4...

Saints sign rookie Neal 28 years after drafting dad

The New Orleans Saints signed former Purdue defensive tackle Lorenzo Neal Jr. -- the son of former All-Pro fullback Lorenzo Neal -- as an undrafted rookie free agent on Sunday. from www.espn.com - NFL https://ift.tt/3hwM1...

Japan's Ohtani hits ninth-inning homer, Angels cool off Red Sox

Japan's Shohei Ohtani blasted a two-run homer with two outs in the ninth as the Los Angeles Angels came from behind to beat the Boston Red Sox 6-5 on Sunday. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/2Qoo2...

Transfer Talk: Napoli join Man United in race to sign Torres

Villarreal centre-back Pau Torres is attracting interest from the likes of Manchester United and Napoli. Transfer Talk has the latest. from www.espn.com - SOCCER https://ift.tt/3fkey...

Saints sign rookie Neal 28 years after drafting dad

The New Orleans Saints signed former Purdue defensive tackle Lorenzo Neal Jr. -- the son of former All-Pro fullback Lorenzo Neal -- as an undrafted rookie free agent on Sunday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3hwM1...

At FCS championship game, football feels mostly normal again

The title game had an atmosphere that felt like college football was indeed back. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3yiFY...

Canadiens' Price, Gallagher sent for conditioning

With their first-round date against rival Toronto approaching, Montreal reassigned Carey Price and Brendan Gallagher to the AHL on Sunday night for a short conditioning stint. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/3byox...

Rays Muscle Up Against Mets as Marcus Stroman Loses Again

Michael Conforto and Jeff McNeil left with hamstring injuries. The Yankees, meanwhile, lost to Baltimore and had another positive coronavirus test. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/3hIPa...

'Fighting' Phils: Girardi, Segura in dugout spat

Television cameras showed a confrontation in the dugout between Phillies manager Joe Girardi and second baseman Jean Segura during Sunday's 10-8 loss to the Blue Jays. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2SKkm...

How Red Sox's Kiké Hernández Made History During Rehab Assignment

Kiké Hernández only has been with the Red Sox for a few months, but he’s already made history for the organization. Hernandez currently is in Worcester rehabbing a hamstring injury. The eighth-year pro was in the WooSox’s lineup Sunday, and he was responsible for five of the club’s seven runs in its 7-4 win over the Syracuse Mets. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3oksT...

With Sox one out from win, Ohtani homer spoils sweep

Ohtani hit a two-out, two-run drive in the ninth inning and the Los Angeles Angels rallied past the Boston Red Sox 6-5 Sunday, ending a four-game losing streak. Coming off a losing streak and the first two games of the series, the way we lost, it wasn’t a good way to lose,” Ohtani said through a team translator. So, it was huge for us and the team to come up with this. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3bxjO...

Red Sox vs. Angels takeaways: Bobby Dalbec is heating up

After a rocky start to his rookie season, Red Sox slugger Bobby Dalbec appears to be turning things around. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3ycph...

Angels vs. Red Sox Highlights

Bogaerts, Devers each homer in Red Sox' 9-0 win from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3ye4Q...

'Fighting' Phils: Girardi, Segura in dugout spat

Television cameras showed a confrontation in the dugout between Phillies manager Joe Girardi and second baseman Jean Segura during Sunday's 10-8 loss to the Blue Jays. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/2SKkm...

Royals call for 'accountability' after key call stands

Mike Matheny was irate after Sunday's 4-3 loss to the White Sox on Sunday in which Jose Abreu was called safe on the game-winning run when some replays showed he may have been tagged. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3yfE0...

Bieber's record strikeout streak stops in Seattle

Shane Bieber had fanned at least eight in 20 straight games, but the reigning AL Cy Young Award winner was chased early on Sunday by the Seattle Mariners, ending the streak for the Cleveland Indians ace. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3tYqI...

Force, 72, extends record with 152nd NHRA win

John topped the Funny Car field Sunday in the NGK NTK NHRA Four-Wide Nationals for his 152nd victory, extending his record. from www.espn.com - RPM https://ift.tt/2RfdGfp v...

Sunday, May 16, 2021

Army Wife, Ridden by Joel Rosario, Wins the Black-Eyed Susan

Army Wife won Friday’s marquee race for fillies at Pimlico, and Rosario will be aboard France Go de Ina in the Preakness. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/3fiC4...

Caps' Anderson replaces injured Vanecek in win

Backup Craig Anderson, 39, signed as an insurance policy after Henrik Lundqvist decided not to play this season for Washington, paid dividends in the postseason opener, leading the Capitals past the Boston Bruins 3-2 Saturday night in overtime. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3w7Wb...

Dodgers acquire utility player Tsutsugo from Rays

The Los Angeles Dodgers, seeking veteran role players with the team struggling with injuries this season, acquired Yoshitomo Tsutsugo from the Rays on Saturday for a player to be named or cash. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/2SKFT...

Caps' Anderson replaces injured Vanecek in win

Backup Craig Anderson, 39, signed as an insurance policy after Henrik Lundqvist decided not to play this season for Washington, paid dividends in the postseason opener, leading the Capitals past the Boston Bruins, 3-2, Saturday night in overtime. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/3w7Wb...

Aaron Judge’s Mastery Over Baltimore Continues in Win

Domingo German pitched well in easy victory. The Mets, meanwhile, allowed 15 hits in loss to Rays. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/3eRrA...

Harper exits vs. Blue Jays with shoulder soreness

Bryce Harper is day-to-day with right shoulder soreness, the Phillies announced on Saturday night. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/2RoIf...

Hardy latest 5-star prospect to opt for G League

Jaden Hardy, the nation's top uncommitted prospect for the class of 2021, said Saturday he plans to play professionally with the G League Ignite team instead of heading to college in the fall. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3ygHX...

Alex Verdugo Shares Why Birthday Homer In Front Of Family Was Special

Alex Verdugo probably couldn’t have picked a better game to be playing in front of his friends and family at Fenway Park for the first time since he’s been with the Red Sox. For starters, Saturday was his 25th birthday, so an obvious occasion to make the trip out to Boston. It could have gone either way, though, as the center fielder was amid an 0-for-14 hitting hiatus entering the game, not to mention some back tightness he’d dealt with near the stretch. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://...

Angels acquire reliever Hunter Strickland, but skid continues with loss to Red Sox

The Angels, who on Saturday acquired reliever Hunter Strickland from Tampa Bay, lost for the 10th time in 13 games with a 9-0 defeat at Boston. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/2Qq3k...

Atlanta beats Montreal in front of 40,000 fans

Marcelino Moreno's header in the second minute of stoppage time secured Atlanta United a dramatic 1-0 victory over CF Montreal on Saturday night. from www.espn.com - SOCCER https://ift.tt/2Rkcd...

John, Brittany Force sweep NHRA nitro classes

John and Brittany Foce swept the nitro classes Saturday in qualifying for the NGK NTK NHRA Four-Wide Nationals at zMAX Dragway. from www.espn.com - RPM https://ift.tt/3eRozwK v...

Kobe, 'still winning,' inducted with KG, Duncan

The 2020 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame class is one of the most star-studded of all-time, led by Kobe Bryant and fellow NBA legends Kevin Garnett and Tim Duncan. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3ycre...

Rombauer Wins the 2021 Preakness, Surging Past Medina Spirit

The long-shot win assured that Bob Baffert’s colt could not claim a Triple Crown under the cloud of a positive drug test. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/3fnyJ...

Kobe, 'still winning,' inducted with KG, Duncan

The 2020 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame class is one of the most star-studded of all-time, led by Kobe Bryant and fellow NBA legends Kevin Garnett and Tim Duncan. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3ycre...

Storm have different faces but get same result against Aces

Saturday's 97-83 win over the Aces showed the Storm have the potential to repeat as WNBA champions. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3fkha...

Former Cub Lester enthused for start at Wrigley

Excited to pitch against his former team in his former home ballpark, Nationals starter Jon Lester, who opens a series Monday against the Cubs, said it will "be nice to see the faces in the stands and get back to normalcy" at Wrigley Field. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3eROq...

The sports world reacts as Kobe Bryant is inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame

Basketball legends and teams shared their support for the new Hall of Famer. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3uTiu...

Lakers roll behind LeBron, 'unafraid' of any foe

Behind LeBron James, who had 24 points in his first game in nearly two weeks, the Lakers' hopes of avoiding the play-in tournament stayed alive, but many on the team had a let-the-chips-fall-where-they-may attitude on seedings. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3buy4...

L.A. Angels-Boston Runs

Red sox fourth. Xander Bogaerts doubles to shallow left field. Rafael Devers walks. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3ojXF...

CG: LAA@BOS - 5/15/21

Condensed Game: Xander Bogaerts and Rafael Devers each crushed a home run to back Martín Pérez's strong start in the Red Sox' 9-0 win from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3tQRt...

Vanessa Bryant Delivers Emotional Hall of Fame Speech for Kobe

Kobe Bryant, the former Los Angeles Lakers star who was killed in a helicopter crash last year, was posthumously inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame on Saturday. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/3huCx...

Lakers roll behind LeBron, 'unafraid' of any foe

Behind LeBron James, who had 24 points in his first game in nearly two weeks, the Lakers' hopes of avoiding the play-in tournament stayed alive, but many on the team had a let-the-chips-fall-where-they-may attitude on seedings. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3buy4...

They're back: Nets 'Big 3' top Bulls, eye playoffs

The Brooklyn Nets' Big Three played together for just the eighth time this season on Saturday afternoon, defeating Chicago 105-91 and moving one step closer to securing the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/33ODh...

Saturday, May 15, 2021

A's vs. Red Sox Highlights

Bogaerts, Richards lift Red Sox to 8-1 win vs. A's from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3bqsS...

M.L.B. and Players’ Union File Grievances Against Each Other

The players are seeking $500 million for the shortened 2020 season. The Yankees beat Baltimore and the Mets lost to Tampa Bay. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/2RV5f...

Sabrina Ionescu’s 3-Pointer Gives the Liberty a Season-Opening Win

In her Barclays Center debut, Ionescu finished with 25 points, 11 assists and 6 rebounds against the Indiana Fever. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/3hqIf...

B. Force breaks track record in 4-Wide Nationals

Brittany Force powered to a 3.662-second pass at 333.08 mph to break the speed and time marks at the zMAX Dragway track. from www.espn.com - RPM https://ift.tt/2Qo1kkC v...

Wilbon, Breen among honorees for Gowdy Award

ESPN's Michael Wilbon and Mike Breen were honored with the print and broadcast versions of the Curt Gowdy Award Friday night as part of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame's 2020 class of inductees. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3tQam...

NBA world shows support for WNBA opening day

Tweets from the NBA world poured in as players showed support for the WNBA's opening night. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/3eNIl...

Dalbec hits 2-run shot as Red Sox rally past Angels 4-3

Pivetta was pulled after Anthony Rendon's leadoff single in the seventh. Jared Walsh followed with a single against Andriese, and both runners scored when Iglesias lined a double to the corner in right. Griffin Canning had a similar night for the Angels, striking out seven over six innings and allowing two runs and six hits. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/2RWbV...

Red Sox' Hunter Renfroe shows off cannon with outfield assist

Red Sox right fielder Hunter Renfroe showed off his arm with an incredible outfield assist during Wednesday night's game vs. the Athletics. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3tJWV...

ESPN's Wilbon, Breen honored with Gowdy awards

ESPN's Michael Wilbon and Mike Breen were honored with the print and broadcast versions of the Curt Gowdy Award Friday night as part of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame's 2020 class of inductees. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3tQam...

Ionescu, 'ready for moment,' nails winner for NY

Sabrina Ionescu made a 3-pointer from the wing with less than a second left to give the Liberty a 90-87 win over the Indiana Fever on Friday night in the WNBA's season opener. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3uPcg...

NBA world shows support for WNBA opening day

Tweets from the NBA world poured in as players showed support for the WNBA's opening night. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3eNIl...

Stars' Hintz set to have surgery for tendon issue

Dallas Stars center Roope Hintz, who played through "an avulsion injury of the left adductor tendon," will have surgery next week and is expected to be ready for training camp in September. from www.espn.com - NHL https://ift.tt/3fljZ...

'Thinker' Bobby Dalbec trusting talent, approach at the plate for Red Sox

Dalbec understands that’s not a part of his game yet either. That’s why J.D. is so good, because he knows how to attack those [areas of weakness] all the time,” Dalbec said prior to the Red Sox’ series opener against the Angels. He’s mastered being able to fix things right after an at-bat and I’m just not there yet. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3tODU...

Stanton, Hicks out as Yanks' injury woes mount

Giancarlo Stanton was scratched from Friday's game due to left quad tightness, while Aaron Hicks' status is in the air after he was diagnosed with a torn tendon sheath. from www.espn.com - MLB https://ift.tt/3ojtT...

Rapper J. Cole shouts out Westbrook and Morant in new album

The 36-year-old rapper released an album full of NBA references while preparing to suit up in the Basketball Africa League. from www.espn.com - NBA https://ift.tt/2RUSy...

Hunter Renfroe Blasts No-Doubter Homer To Dead Center As Hot Streak Continues

Hunter Renfroe has never hit a home run that did not sound absolutely beautiful off the bat. Don’t look it up. It’s true. from Boston Red Sox News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Videos & Highlights https://ift.tt/3hzlb...