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Islanders’ radio call of Game 7 win is awesome
- September 08, 2020
The Islanders have never been up 3-1 in a series and lost, and only once in their history have they ever blown a two-game lead when they fell 4-2 to Toronto in 1978 after winning the first two games of the series. They were able to pull off back to back wins with Game 4 by a score of 3-2. Nelson kept the run going with an assist in the Islanders' 5-4 double overtime loss on Thursday. (more...)
- September 08, 2020
The Islanders have never been up 3-1 in a series and lost, and only once in their history have they ever blown a two-game lead when they fell 4-2 to Toronto in 1978 after winning the first two games of the series. They were able to pull off back to back wins with Game 4 by a score of 3-2. Nelson kept the run going with an assist in the Islanders' 5-4 double overtime loss on Thursday. (more...)
Hall of Famer Lou Brock dies at 81
- September 08, 2020
He was inducted into Cooperstown on his first ballot in 1985. Brock led baseball in steals in six different seasons, including a 118-steal campaign in 1974, which was an MLB record until Henderson bested it in 1982. Louis. They beat the New York Yankees in a seven-game World Series. Hall of Famers from Stan Musial to Ozzie Smith have been regular visitors at spring training and Opening Day over the years, helping young Cardinals players understand the legacy they were stepping into and, in ... (more...)
- September 08, 2020
He was inducted into Cooperstown on his first ballot in 1985. Brock led baseball in steals in six different seasons, including a 118-steal campaign in 1974, which was an MLB record until Henderson bested it in 1982. Louis. They beat the New York Yankees in a seven-game World Series. Hall of Famers from Stan Musial to Ozzie Smith have been regular visitors at spring training and Opening Day over the years, helping young Cardinals players understand the legacy they were stepping into and, in ... (more...)
De Minaur dispatches Canadian Pospisil to secure quarters spot
- September 08, 2020
The Austrian second seed is the highest-ranked player left in a men's draw that has taken on a completely different complexion following the disqualification of Novak Djokovic . "I think it was just a couple of things going his way and then my way. I thought I got a little bit unlucky to go down 6-2 in the tiebreak because I didn't think I played a bad tiebreak", de Minaur said. (more...)
- September 08, 2020
The Austrian second seed is the highest-ranked player left in a men's draw that has taken on a completely different complexion following the disqualification of Novak Djokovic . "I think it was just a couple of things going his way and then my way. I thought I got a little bit unlucky to go down 6-2 in the tiebreak because I didn't think I played a bad tiebreak", de Minaur said. (more...)
Lewis Hamilton laments ‘severe’ penalty as Pierre Gasly wins Italian Grand Prix
- September 08, 2020
The six-time champion eventually ended up in seventh place. Hamilton finished seventh, 17.245 behind Gasly, who was emotional as he crossed the line to become the first French victor at any GP since Olivier Panis in 1996. Leclerc went to the on-track medical centre but was given the all-clear. Verstappen also had a poor start and fell from fifth to eighth. Hamilton stopped for his penalty, Gasly assumed the lead and held his nerve. (more...)
- September 08, 2020
The six-time champion eventually ended up in seventh place. Hamilton finished seventh, 17.245 behind Gasly, who was emotional as he crossed the line to become the first French victor at any GP since Olivier Panis in 1996. Leclerc went to the on-track medical centre but was given the all-clear. Verstappen also had a poor start and fell from fifth to eighth. Hamilton stopped for his penalty, Gasly assumed the lead and held his nerve. (more...)
Novak Djokovic fined $10K for hitting line judge with ball
- September 08, 2020
It was probably one of the busiest press conferences I've ever been into and the first question was: "How do you feel, the first person in 120 years to be disqualified at Wimbledon". "There are two factors, one is the action and the result", he said. "We all agreed that he didn't do it on objective but the facts are still that he hit the line umpire and that the line umpire was clearly hurt". (more...)
- September 08, 2020
It was probably one of the busiest press conferences I've ever been into and the first question was: "How do you feel, the first person in 120 years to be disqualified at Wimbledon". "There are two factors, one is the action and the result", he said. "We all agreed that he didn't do it on objective but the facts are still that he hit the line umpire and that the line umpire was clearly hurt". (more...)
Phil Foden and Mason Greenwood 'axed by England for breaking quarantine rules'
- September 08, 2020
Like all of the England squad Greenwood and Foden , who made their senior global debuts in the 1-0 win, were subject to strict COVID-19 health protocols to avoid quarantine rules. "So in that respect, we have no alternative but to do what we are doing". Reports said they had brought them back to England's team hotel, but the manager said that was not the case. (more...)
- September 08, 2020
Like all of the England squad Greenwood and Foden , who made their senior global debuts in the 1-0 win, were subject to strict COVID-19 health protocols to avoid quarantine rules. "So in that respect, we have no alternative but to do what we are doing". Reports said they had brought them back to England's team hotel, but the manager said that was not the case. (more...)
Clarke feels the pressure in facing Covid-hit Czech side
- September 07, 2020
All 23 players in the new Czech squad play in the domestic league. Two key players - West Ham midfielder Tomas Soucek and Leipzig striker Patrik Schick - didn't travel because they were in quarantine and it is not yet clear if the pair will be available to play against Scotland . (more...)
- September 07, 2020
All 23 players in the new Czech squad play in the domestic league. Two key players - West Ham midfielder Tomas Soucek and Leipzig striker Patrik Schick - didn't travel because they were in quarantine and it is not yet clear if the pair will be available to play against Scotland . (more...)
Newcastle sign £20 million striker from relegated Bournemouth
- September 07, 2020
The Cherries were subsequently relegated and after been linked with moves to West Ham and Crystal Palace, Fraser had face-to-face discussions with Steve Bruce on Friday, ultimately deciding that his future lies on Tyneside. "It's a massive club with great history". " The club has worked ever so hard to get Callum here and we have beaten off competition from a number of clubs ". (more...)
- September 07, 2020
The Cherries were subsequently relegated and after been linked with moves to West Ham and Crystal Palace, Fraser had face-to-face discussions with Steve Bruce on Friday, ultimately deciding that his future lies on Tyneside. "It's a massive club with great history". " The club has worked ever so hard to get Callum here and we have beaten off competition from a number of clubs ". (more...)
Im makes charge but Johnson leads PGA Tour Championship
- September 07, 2020
Even if Im Sung-jae fails to land the season-ending Tour Championship and his second PGA Tour title, that will not stop him from thinking about the potential US$15 million (S$20.5 million) windfall. Johnson, however, answered with a 24-foot birdie putt at 12 and a 16-foot birdie putt at 14 to reach 18-under and restore his five-stroke advantage. (more...)
- September 07, 2020
Even if Im Sung-jae fails to land the season-ending Tour Championship and his second PGA Tour title, that will not stop him from thinking about the potential US$15 million (S$20.5 million) windfall. Johnson, however, answered with a 24-foot birdie putt at 12 and a 16-foot birdie putt at 14 to reach 18-under and restore his five-stroke advantage. (more...)
Leinster defeat Munster to reach third successive Guinness PRO14 final
- September 07, 2020
The TMO awarded the try after the 22-year-old got in over the line from the back of Leinster's maul. That score proved to be Munster's only points of the night as Johann van Graan's side failed to add to their tally over the remaining 75 minutes. (more...)
- September 07, 2020
The TMO awarded the try after the 22-year-old got in over the line from the back of Leinster's maul. That score proved to be Munster's only points of the night as Johann van Graan's side failed to add to their tally over the remaining 75 minutes. (more...)
Adrian Peterson agrees to sign with Lions
- September 07, 2020
Ultimately I feel comfortable going there and helping them get better". The 35-year-old running back will be reunited with Darrell Bevell, who was offensive coordinator for the Minnesota Vikings during Peterson's heyday from 2007 to 2010, with the one-year deal, reportedly worth $1.05 million plus incentives. (more...)
- September 07, 2020
Ultimately I feel comfortable going there and helping them get better". The 35-year-old running back will be reunited with Darrell Bevell, who was offensive coordinator for the Minnesota Vikings during Peterson's heyday from 2007 to 2010, with the one-year deal, reportedly worth $1.05 million plus incentives. (more...)
Serena headlines day 6 at the US Open
- September 07, 2020
Williams' form coming into the tournament offered little encouragement for her supporters but she has stepped up her game on the big stage so many times that it was no surprise to see her among the title favourites anyway, particularly with six of the top 10 missing. (more...)
- September 07, 2020
Williams' form coming into the tournament offered little encouragement for her supporters but she has stepped up her game on the big stage so many times that it was no surprise to see her among the title favourites anyway, particularly with six of the top 10 missing. (more...)
Fati becomes Spain's youngest scorer in Ukraine win
- September 07, 2020
It was the second time in as many matches that Joachim Loew's team had failed to capitalise on going ahead after conceding a leveller in the seventh minute of stoppage time against Spain on Thursday. Ilkay Gundogan gave Joachim Low's side the flawless start when he scored a clinical goal in the 14th minute but Silvan Widmer earned their smaller neighbours a deserved draw with an equaliser just before the hour. (more...)
- September 07, 2020
It was the second time in as many matches that Joachim Loew's team had failed to capitalise on going ahead after conceding a leveller in the seventh minute of stoppage time against Spain on Thursday. Ilkay Gundogan gave Joachim Low's side the flawless start when he scored a clinical goal in the 14th minute but Silvan Widmer earned their smaller neighbours a deserved draw with an equaliser just before the hour. (more...)
Thiem sees off Cilic to reach US Open fourth round
- September 07, 2020
Cilic found his range to win the third, breaking serve for the first time, but world No. 3 Thiem saved five break points in the fourth set and sealed the match when his opponent found the net on a return. Thiem defeated Cilic by 6-2, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 to reach the next round. The second seed is through to the second week in NY for the fifth time in seven appearances. (more...)
- September 07, 2020
Cilic found his range to win the third, breaking serve for the first time, but world No. 3 Thiem saved five break points in the fourth set and sealed the match when his opponent found the net on a return. Thiem defeated Cilic by 6-2, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 to reach the next round. The second seed is through to the second week in NY for the fifth time in seven appearances. (more...)
Chelsea land Kai Havertz with 70 million pounds and 5-year deal
- September 07, 2020
It already cost the club over 200 million pounds (about 272 million US dollars) to sign Hakim Ziyech , Timo Werner , Havertz and others. "How strong you need to be as a Premier League footballer because the intensity is totally different to any other league". (more...)
- September 07, 2020
It already cost the club over 200 million pounds (about 272 million US dollars) to sign Hakim Ziyech , Timo Werner , Havertz and others. "How strong you need to be as a Premier League footballer because the intensity is totally different to any other league". (more...)
How Sancho caused Man Utd to miss out on Kai Havertz
- September 07, 2020
And despite Havertz reportedly being open to joining the Red Devils, The MEN has revealed that " Manchester United had no intention of meeting Kai Havertz's asking price" and decided not to bid for the talented playmaker. The Borussia Dortmund man was training with the Three Lions in March 2019, when he clashed with Manchester United's Maguire. Carragher, though, does not believe the Red Devils are too far away from challenging Jurgen Klopp's side. (more...)
- September 07, 2020
And despite Havertz reportedly being open to joining the Red Devils, The MEN has revealed that " Manchester United had no intention of meeting Kai Havertz's asking price" and decided not to bid for the talented playmaker. The Borussia Dortmund man was training with the Three Lions in March 2019, when he clashed with Manchester United's Maguire. Carragher, though, does not believe the Red Devils are too far away from challenging Jurgen Klopp's side. (more...)
Luis Suarez To Join Juventus?
- September 07, 2020
He will move to Turin for a nominal fee as a replacement of Gonzalo Higuain who has been linked with a move to MLS where he will join Inter Miami. The former Liverpool man is reportedly okay with being paid off for the final year of his contract. (more...)
- September 07, 2020
He will move to Turin for a nominal fee as a replacement of Gonzalo Higuain who has been linked with a move to MLS where he will join Inter Miami. The former Liverpool man is reportedly okay with being paid off for the final year of his contract. (more...)
Mets Legend Tom Seaver Passed Away in His Sleep at 75
- September 07, 2020
Tom Seaver , a New York Mets icon who won three Cy Young awards during his Hall of Fame career, died on Monday due to complications of Lewy body dementia and COVID-19. The project was mostly DIY and not as exquisite as one of his performances at Shea Stadium, yet it foreshadowed his life after baseball. In addition to his 12 seasons with the Mets, Seaver spent parts of six seasons with the Cincinnati Reds, three with the Chicago White Sox and one with the Boston Red Sox. (more...)
- September 07, 2020
Tom Seaver , a New York Mets icon who won three Cy Young awards during his Hall of Fame career, died on Monday due to complications of Lewy body dementia and COVID-19. The project was mostly DIY and not as exquisite as one of his performances at Shea Stadium, yet it foreshadowed his life after baseball. In addition to his 12 seasons with the Mets, Seaver spent parts of six seasons with the Cincinnati Reds, three with the Chicago White Sox and one with the Boston Red Sox. (more...)
Djokovic kicked out of US Open for hitting lineswoman with ball
- September 07, 2020
It was clear Djokovic did not intend to hit the line judge; he wasn't looking in that direction when his racket made contact with the ball, and there was concern written on his face as soon as he realized what happened. Kyrgios said after their diagnoses: "Tennis players, you have to act in the interest of each other and work together". Just when you think this wild, Coronavirus-marred 2020 season can not get any crazier, Djokovic's default is a seismic shock to the sport. (more...)
- September 07, 2020
It was clear Djokovic did not intend to hit the line judge; he wasn't looking in that direction when his racket made contact with the ball, and there was concern written on his face as soon as he realized what happened. Kyrgios said after their diagnoses: "Tennis players, you have to act in the interest of each other and work together". Just when you think this wild, Coronavirus-marred 2020 season can not get any crazier, Djokovic's default is a seismic shock to the sport. (more...)
Manchester United 'may have to settle for Sergio Reguilon loan deal'
- September 07, 2020
The club aren't done there, however, as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is eyeing more fresh recruits to turn his promising side into Premier League title contenders. The development came just days after it emerged United could make a move for the Spaniard this summer. The Spanish defender has been linked with a permanent move to Seville as Real Madrid have two world-class players in his position, Mendy and Marcelo, and he will find it hard to earn a playing time in Madrid. (more...)
- September 07, 2020
The club aren't done there, however, as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is eyeing more fresh recruits to turn his promising side into Premier League title contenders. The development came just days after it emerged United could make a move for the Spaniard this summer. The Spanish defender has been linked with a permanent move to Seville as Real Madrid have two world-class players in his position, Mendy and Marcelo, and he will find it hard to earn a playing time in Madrid. (more...)
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