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Browns officially begging Odell Beckham: 'I just want to see him'
- May 31, 2019
Beckham was traded to Cleveland in March following five seasons in NY, where he became one of the NFL's top players and one of its most stylish. When asked by the media what Beckham has missed by skipping OTAs, Kitchens responded, "a lot- the offense", according to Cleveland.com's Mary Kay Cabot . (more...)
- May 31, 2019
Beckham was traded to Cleveland in March following five seasons in NY, where he became one of the NFL's top players and one of its most stylish. When asked by the media what Beckham has missed by skipping OTAs, Kitchens responded, "a lot- the offense", according to Cleveland.com's Mary Kay Cabot . (more...)
Toronto Raptors founder Bitove proud of team's success, praises fans
- May 31, 2019
Drake , the Raptors superfan who irked Milwaukee fans with his Game 4 on-court antics , changed his Instagram profile picture to Edens, the daughter of Bucks owner Wes Edens, after she showed up courtside wearing a T-shirt bearing the likeness of Pusha T. (more...)
- May 31, 2019
Drake , the Raptors superfan who irked Milwaukee fans with his Game 4 on-court antics , changed his Instagram profile picture to Edens, the daughter of Bucks owner Wes Edens, after she showed up courtside wearing a T-shirt bearing the likeness of Pusha T. (more...)
Sheikh Khaled awaiting Premier League approval for Newcastle takeover
- May 31, 2019
The statement, released to the public on Wednesday, contradicts that version of events, and claims that relevant documents which have been signed by both parties have been forwarded to the Premier League. " The proof of funds statement was forwarded to Mike Ashley's lawyers on 17 April 2019 ". But he is now on course to replace Ashley as Newcastle owner, which would bring an end to the 54-year-old's turbulent 12-year spell at the helm on Tyneside. (more...)
- May 31, 2019
The statement, released to the public on Wednesday, contradicts that version of events, and claims that relevant documents which have been signed by both parties have been forwarded to the Premier League. " The proof of funds statement was forwarded to Mike Ashley's lawyers on 17 April 2019 ". But he is now on course to replace Ashley as Newcastle owner, which would bring an end to the 54-year-old's turbulent 12-year spell at the helm on Tyneside. (more...)
Why Stokes is not impressed with the wonder catch
- May 31, 2019
South African middle order bat Andile Phehlukwayo looked to have hit a boundary with a full blooded lofted sweep, with the ball looking certain to drop over Stokes's head for a one bounce four. Stokes also top-scored with 89 in a superb display as the hosts earlier posted 8-311 while finishing the match with two wickets in as many balls. "The flow of the innings was affected with Hashim coming off, chasing a big score you need a good start, settled partnerships", Du Plessis said. (more...)
- May 31, 2019
South African middle order bat Andile Phehlukwayo looked to have hit a boundary with a full blooded lofted sweep, with the ball looking certain to drop over Stokes's head for a one bounce four. Stokes also top-scored with 89 in a superb display as the hosts earlier posted 8-311 while finishing the match with two wickets in as many balls. "The flow of the innings was affected with Hashim coming off, chasing a big score you need a good start, settled partnerships", Du Plessis said. (more...)
MLB Unveils New All-Star Voting Process
- May 31, 2019
Manfred was joined by some of the Braves' most prominent former players, a group that included Hall of Famers Hank Aaron, Chipper Jones, Phil Niekro, Tom Glavine and John Smoltz. Entire All-Star Game rosters will be announced Sunday, June 30, at 2:30 p.m. PT on ESPN. Braves chairman Terry McGuirk noted All-Star week events will include such downtown sites as Centennial Park. (more...)
- May 31, 2019
Manfred was joined by some of the Braves' most prominent former players, a group that included Hall of Famers Hank Aaron, Chipper Jones, Phil Niekro, Tom Glavine and John Smoltz. Entire All-Star Game rosters will be announced Sunday, June 30, at 2:30 p.m. PT on ESPN. Braves chairman Terry McGuirk noted All-Star week events will include such downtown sites as Centennial Park. (more...)
Mike D'Antoni halts contract extension talks with Rockets
- May 31, 2019
D'Antoni has reportedly ended discussions with the front office, and plans on entering the 2019-20 season as the Rockets coach, even if he is a lame duck. I like Mike. I think he's a very good coach. "We're more concerned with making our team better next year". The Houston Rockets were one game short of the NBA Finals in 2018 and pushed the Golden State Warriors to six games in the Western Conference semifinals this year. (more...)
- May 31, 2019
D'Antoni has reportedly ended discussions with the front office, and plans on entering the 2019-20 season as the Rockets coach, even if he is a lame duck. I like Mike. I think he's a very good coach. "We're more concerned with making our team better next year". The Houston Rockets were one game short of the NBA Finals in 2018 and pushed the Golden State Warriors to six games in the Western Conference semifinals this year. (more...)
West Indies v Pakistan, 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup
- May 31, 2019
The West Indies' 2019 World Cup campaign will start against Pakistan at Trent Bridge in Nottingham on Friday. If this was an example of some glimpse to go by what's to come from them in the tournament, then advantage West Indies tomorrow. (more...)
- May 31, 2019
The West Indies' 2019 World Cup campaign will start against Pakistan at Trent Bridge in Nottingham on Friday. If this was an example of some glimpse to go by what's to come from them in the tournament, then advantage West Indies tomorrow. (more...)
Klay Thompson fumes at All-NBA snub
- May 31, 2019
He has been with Portland since 2012 when he was selected with the No. 6 overall pick in the National Basketball Association draft. Being selected to one of the three five-man outfits, which are voted on by the media, directly impacts the earning ability of National Basketball Association stars, who qualify for enormous extensions by being named among the game's leading players. (more...)
- May 31, 2019
He has been with Portland since 2012 when he was selected with the No. 6 overall pick in the National Basketball Association draft. Being selected to one of the three five-man outfits, which are voted on by the media, directly impacts the earning ability of National Basketball Association stars, who qualify for enormous extensions by being named among the game's leading players. (more...)
Pakistan announce 12-man squad for West Indies World Cup fixture
- May 31, 2019
Both West Indies and Pakistan got only one shot at fine tuning their playing combination as one of the warm-up matches of both sides was washed out. " Mohammad Amir is fully fit and available for selection", he told reporters at Nottingham's Trent Bridge. "Yes, we are unpredictable and we will take that tag, so are the West Indies ", said the skipper. (more...)
- May 31, 2019
Both West Indies and Pakistan got only one shot at fine tuning their playing combination as one of the warm-up matches of both sides was washed out. " Mohammad Amir is fully fit and available for selection", he told reporters at Nottingham's Trent Bridge. "Yes, we are unpredictable and we will take that tag, so are the West Indies ", said the skipper. (more...)
Inter Milan name Antonio Conte as coach
- May 31, 2019
Inter chief Steven Zhang then appears on screen and looks out of his office window to see Conte's vehicle pull up and the door open. " Antonio Conte will be Inter's new coach". " A new chapter in my life is beginning, I'm really excited ", he said via the club's official website. "I have chosen Inter because of the club it is, because of how ambitious it is". (more...)
- May 31, 2019
Inter chief Steven Zhang then appears on screen and looks out of his office window to see Conte's vehicle pull up and the door open. " Antonio Conte will be Inter's new coach". " A new chapter in my life is beginning, I'm really excited ", he said via the club's official website. "I have chosen Inter because of the club it is, because of how ambitious it is". (more...)
India to United Kingdom flight bookings surge for World Cup
- May 31, 2019
The nearby Oval will host the opener featuring England and South Africa on Thursday and over the next 45 days, fans will be glued to contests at venues ranging from Lord's to Edgbaston. Each team will play 9 games in the league stage before the best four advanced to the semi-finals. This doodle has a reach in nations like India, Pakistan, hosts United Kingdom, Iceland, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand. (more...)
- May 31, 2019
The nearby Oval will host the opener featuring England and South Africa on Thursday and over the next 45 days, fans will be glued to contests at venues ranging from Lord's to Edgbaston. Each team will play 9 games in the league stage before the best four advanced to the semi-finals. This doodle has a reach in nations like India, Pakistan, hosts United Kingdom, Iceland, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand. (more...)
Flying Eagles target another win over the USA
- May 30, 2019
First, substitute Aniekeme Okon's ferocious full volley at the top of the area was saved by Brady Scott. He added that the Flying Eagles have moved on from the first win and simply want to win another game. But Nigeria were unable to find an equalizer and the US would waste no time in the second-half giving itself a measure of breathing room. The game was marked both by the goals as well as the ones that didn't happen, as the video assistant referee (VAR) called back a goal for the ... (more...)
- May 30, 2019
First, substitute Aniekeme Okon's ferocious full volley at the top of the area was saved by Brady Scott. He added that the Flying Eagles have moved on from the first win and simply want to win another game. But Nigeria were unable to find an equalizer and the US would waste no time in the second-half giving itself a measure of breathing room. The game was marked both by the goals as well as the ones that didn't happen, as the video assistant referee (VAR) called back a goal for the ... (more...)
Lewis Hamilton declares his best ever start to the season as ‘average’
- May 30, 2019
No driver has ever recovered from such a deficit to become World Champion in the same season. "I guess that's kind of similar to other seasons but without doubt it's going to improve". Before Hamilton and Vettel meet again on the track in Montreal a week on Sunday, they will both travel to Vienna for Wednesday's funeral of triple world champion Niki Lauda , Mercedes' non-executive chairman, who died last week aged 70. (more...)
- May 30, 2019
No driver has ever recovered from such a deficit to become World Champion in the same season. "I guess that's kind of similar to other seasons but without doubt it's going to improve". Before Hamilton and Vettel meet again on the track in Montreal a week on Sunday, they will both travel to Vienna for Wednesday's funeral of triple world champion Niki Lauda , Mercedes' non-executive chairman, who died last week aged 70. (more...)
Roger Federer vs Oscar Otte, French Open 2019
- May 30, 2019
The Swiss player, ranked 104th in the world, then took advantage of that good fortune by beating Spanish qualifier Pedro Martinez in the opening round to set up a first meeting with 15-time Grand Slam victor Djokovic. Dellien took the opening set despite needing treatment after twisting his left ankle in the eighth game. Elsewhere on Wednesday, 2015 champion Stan Wawrinka showed that he cannot be ruled out of contention with an impressive 6-1, 6-4, 6-0 success against in-form Chilean ... (more...)
- May 30, 2019
The Swiss player, ranked 104th in the world, then took advantage of that good fortune by beating Spanish qualifier Pedro Martinez in the opening round to set up a first meeting with 15-time Grand Slam victor Djokovic. Dellien took the opening set despite needing treatment after twisting his left ankle in the eighth game. Elsewhere on Wednesday, 2015 champion Stan Wawrinka showed that he cannot be ruled out of contention with an impressive 6-1, 6-4, 6-0 success against in-form Chilean ... (more...)
Dale Steyn to miss South Africa's Cricket World Cup opener
- May 30, 2019
Dale is a big loss to our team but we expected it. He wasn't quite - probably about 60 per cent when the squad was picked; so we anticipated for this to happen. "There's not a lot of people talking about South Africa winning the World Cup". For du Plessis, game one is a huge opportunity to make a statement but he is also focused on keeping his team grounded. (more...)
- May 30, 2019
Dale is a big loss to our team but we expected it. He wasn't quite - probably about 60 per cent when the squad was picked; so we anticipated for this to happen. "There's not a lot of people talking about South Africa winning the World Cup". For du Plessis, game one is a huge opportunity to make a statement but he is also focused on keeping his team grounded. (more...)
PGA Memorial key to majors success: Scott
- May 30, 2019
Live coverage begins on Thursday with Featured Groups on Thursday from 1pm on Sky Sports Golf. After an exciting last week in the great state of Texas in which Kevin Na dominated the final 54 holes for his 3career victory, the PGA Tour moves to OH for Jack's tournament; The Memorial Tournament . (more...)
- May 30, 2019
Live coverage begins on Thursday with Featured Groups on Thursday from 1pm on Sky Sports Golf. After an exciting last week in the great state of Texas in which Kevin Na dominated the final 54 holes for his 3career victory, the PGA Tour moves to OH for Jack's tournament; The Memorial Tournament . (more...)
Neville backs Man Utd to make £25m move for defender
- May 30, 2019
This season, Manchester United finished sixth in the Premier League halting the fine start of the season under the leadership of Solskjaer. Their squad is stacked with expensive players who have fallen below expectations, such as Alexis Sanchez, Paul Pogba and Romelu Lukaku . (more...)
- May 30, 2019
This season, Manchester United finished sixth in the Premier League halting the fine start of the season under the leadership of Solskjaer. Their squad is stacked with expensive players who have fallen below expectations, such as Alexis Sanchez, Paul Pogba and Romelu Lukaku . (more...)
Cubs' Albert Almora Jr. breaks down after foul ball strikes young girl
- May 30, 2019
Play was immediately halted after Almora's liner struck the child, who was sitting down the left-field line. He was visibly distraught, throwing his hands behind the head immediately after seeing the impact. "As soon as I hit it, the first person I locked eyes on was her", he said, speaking hesitatingly, his eyes down. Almora's wife, Krystal Almora, told CNN on Thursday that her husband texted her about his grief shortly after the foul ball, and after the game. (more...)
- May 30, 2019
Play was immediately halted after Almora's liner struck the child, who was sitting down the left-field line. He was visibly distraught, throwing his hands behind the head immediately after seeing the impact. "As soon as I hit it, the first person I locked eyes on was her", he said, speaking hesitatingly, his eyes down. Almora's wife, Krystal Almora, told CNN on Thursday that her husband texted her about his grief shortly after the foul ball, and after the game. (more...)
Ander Herrera: Eden Hazard is the Premier League's best player
- May 30, 2019
It took two or three months for me to understand him as a man and now I do, he's a wonderful man. There was also a lot of love for the injured Callum Hudson-Odoi, with the rest of the Chelsea squad urging him to sign a new contract and stay at the club after he was forced to miss the final in Baku. (more...)
- May 30, 2019
It took two or three months for me to understand him as a man and now I do, he's a wonderful man. There was also a lot of love for the injured Callum Hudson-Odoi, with the rest of the Chelsea squad urging him to sign a new contract and stay at the club after he was forced to miss the final in Baku. (more...)
Meeting Between Ravens and Free Agent DT Gerald McCoy 'Going Well'
- May 30, 2019
Free agent Gerald McCoy is expected to visit the Ravens today. Last week, McCoy had dinner with Browns team personnel on Thursday night and was at the team's facility on Friday. Adding to the comfort would be reuniting with defensive line coach Joe Cullen , who was the Bucs" defensive line coach in 2014 and "15. Longtime Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Gerald McCoy , who was cut by the only team he's ever played for earlier in May, has been taking free-agent visits this week. (more...)
- May 30, 2019
Free agent Gerald McCoy is expected to visit the Ravens today. Last week, McCoy had dinner with Browns team personnel on Thursday night and was at the team's facility on Friday. Adding to the comfort would be reuniting with defensive line coach Joe Cullen , who was the Bucs" defensive line coach in 2014 and "15. Longtime Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Gerald McCoy , who was cut by the only team he's ever played for earlier in May, has been taking free-agent visits this week. (more...)
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