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National Football League draft: Mark Walton among nine Miami Hurricanes invited to National Football League combine
- February 07, 2018
Mark Walton carries against Florida State in 2016. Early-entry defensive tackles RJ McIntosh and Kendrick Norton were invited, as were senior mainstays Kc McDermott (offensive tackle), Braxton Berrios (wide receiver), Chris Herndon (tight end) and Chad Thomas (defensive end). (more...)
- February 07, 2018
Mark Walton carries against Florida State in 2016. Early-entry defensive tackles RJ McIntosh and Kendrick Norton were invited, as were senior mainstays Kc McDermott (offensive tackle), Braxton Berrios (wide receiver), Chris Herndon (tight end) and Chad Thomas (defensive end). (more...)
Henrikh Mkhitaryan included in symbolic team of Premier League
- February 07, 2018
Arsenal now sit on 45 points, four back of fifth place Tottenham, five behind fourth place Chelsea and six adrift of third place Liverpool. All three of the chances created by Henrikh Mkhitaryan for Arsenal have been converted. Mkhitaryan especially was the star of the show in respect of those two. "That's a big frustration as a manager, you always want consistency". It was a really clever finish for his goal. (more...)
- February 07, 2018
Arsenal now sit on 45 points, four back of fifth place Tottenham, five behind fourth place Chelsea and six adrift of third place Liverpool. All three of the chances created by Henrikh Mkhitaryan for Arsenal have been converted. Mkhitaryan especially was the star of the show in respect of those two. "That's a big frustration as a manager, you always want consistency". It was a really clever finish for his goal. (more...)
Dirk Nowitzki plays 50000th minute for Mavericks wearing a misspelled jersey
- February 07, 2018
After playing more than 50,000 minutes, Dirk Nowitzki has certainly made a name for himself. He finished with 12 points but the Mavericks collapsed down the stretch in a 104-101 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers. Gallinari and Lou Williams hit two free throws apiece to begin the Clippers' game-ending run. Now averaging 24.9 minutes per game, Dirk Nowitzki will likely finish the season (health withstanding, of course) third on the all-time minutes list. (more...)
- February 07, 2018
After playing more than 50,000 minutes, Dirk Nowitzki has certainly made a name for himself. He finished with 12 points but the Mavericks collapsed down the stretch in a 104-101 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers. Gallinari and Lou Williams hit two free throws apiece to begin the Clippers' game-ending run. Now averaging 24.9 minutes per game, Dirk Nowitzki will likely finish the season (health withstanding, of course) third on the all-time minutes list. (more...)
Lakers fined $50000 for tampering with Giannis Antetokounmpo
- February 07, 2018
Dellavedova initially injured the ankle Sunday in Brooklyn and was sent back to Milwaukee to undergo further examination. The comments made by Johnson were brought on by Antetokounmpo earning a starting spot in the All-Star game that will be held in Los Angeles later this month. (more...)
- February 07, 2018
Dellavedova initially injured the ankle Sunday in Brooklyn and was sent back to Milwaukee to undergo further examination. The comments made by Johnson were brought on by Antetokounmpo earning a starting spot in the All-Star game that will be held in Los Angeles later this month. (more...)
'She said YES!' Carson Wentz engaged to longtime girlfriend
- February 07, 2018
Wentz hasn't played since December 10 when he tore his ACL in a game against the Rams. The fact that Wentz is fortunate enough to earn a Super Bowl ring this early in his career has to be one of the most awesome feelings in the world. (more...)
- February 07, 2018
Wentz hasn't played since December 10 when he tore his ACL in a game against the Rams. The fact that Wentz is fortunate enough to earn a Super Bowl ring this early in his career has to be one of the most awesome feelings in the world. (more...)
Kansans Gary Woodland, Chez Reavie battle in Phoenix Open playoff
- February 07, 2018
He improves to 5-for-6 on the season with four top 25s and two top 10s (T7, Shriners). A week ago, at Torrey Pines , Woodland was also in the hunt for victory. Matt Kuchar, Phil Mickelson, Jon Rahm , Justin Thomas, Patrick Reed , Bubba Watson and Zach Johnson also were in the field. "I've always dreamt of winning and now I'm a two-time victor on the Asian Tour and European Tour". (more...)
- February 07, 2018
He improves to 5-for-6 on the season with four top 25s and two top 10s (T7, Shriners). A week ago, at Torrey Pines , Woodland was also in the hunt for victory. Matt Kuchar, Phil Mickelson, Jon Rahm , Justin Thomas, Patrick Reed , Bubba Watson and Zach Johnson also were in the field. "I've always dreamt of winning and now I'm a two-time victor on the Asian Tour and European Tour". (more...)
Charges reinstated vs. Amtrak engineer in Philadelphia crash
- February 06, 2018
A Philadelphia judge on Tuesday ruled that the engineer at the throttle of an Amtrak train during a deadly derailment in 2015 must face criminal charges, overturning another judge who had dismissed them, prosecutors said. He added: "Mr. Bostian had one job and one job only on that day, which was to get the train from Point A to Point B and to carry those passengers safely". (more...)
- February 06, 2018
A Philadelphia judge on Tuesday ruled that the engineer at the throttle of an Amtrak train during a deadly derailment in 2015 must face criminal charges, overturning another judge who had dismissed them, prosecutors said. He added: "Mr. Bostian had one job and one job only on that day, which was to get the train from Point A to Point B and to carry those passengers safely". (more...)
David Beckham: 'Cristiano Ronaldo will bounce back in Champions League'
- February 06, 2018
Silva has come up against both Messi and Ronaldo in his distinguished career and the defender has suffered against Messi in more than one occasion for both club and country. David Beckham conceded Real Madrid face a tough task against in-form Paris Saint-Germain but he believes the blockbuster Champions League last-16 tie is the Spanish team's time to shine. (more...)
- February 06, 2018
Silva has come up against both Messi and Ronaldo in his distinguished career and the defender has suffered against Messi in more than one occasion for both club and country. David Beckham conceded Real Madrid face a tough task against in-form Paris Saint-Germain but he believes the blockbuster Champions League last-16 tie is the Spanish team's time to shine. (more...)
Olympic officials testing 1200 Pyeongchang security workers for norovirus
- February 06, 2018
Dozens of private security guards at the Pyeonchang Winter Olympics in South Korea have been taken to hospital with norovirus , prompting organisers to call in soldiers as guards instead. Vice President Pence refused to rule out the possibility of meeting with North Korea during his five-day trip to Asia this week. The ship traveled to the South in 2002 for the Asian Games in Busan, carrying the North's cheering squad for the sporting event . (more...)
- February 06, 2018
Dozens of private security guards at the Pyeonchang Winter Olympics in South Korea have been taken to hospital with norovirus , prompting organisers to call in soldiers as guards instead. Vice President Pence refused to rule out the possibility of meeting with North Korea during his five-day trip to Asia this week. The ship traveled to the South in 2002 for the Asian Games in Busan, carrying the North's cheering squad for the sporting event . (more...)
Giants announce they will retire Bonds' No. 25 jersey this season
- February 06, 2018
As a member of the Giants, Bonds slashed.312/.477/.666 with 586 home runs, winning five National League Most Valuable Player Awards and five NL Gold Glove Awards. In a statement released by the team, Bonds said he was "both honored and humbled". The organization will add another former player to their retired number list, as Bonds will join Bill Terry , Mel Ott , Carl Hubbell , Monte Irvin , Willie Mays , Juan Marichal , Orlando Cepeda , Gaylord Perry and Willie McCovey . (more...)
- February 06, 2018
As a member of the Giants, Bonds slashed.312/.477/.666 with 586 home runs, winning five National League Most Valuable Player Awards and five NL Gold Glove Awards. In a statement released by the team, Bonds said he was "both honored and humbled". The organization will add another former player to their retired number list, as Bonds will join Bill Terry , Mel Ott , Carl Hubbell , Monte Irvin , Willie Mays , Juan Marichal , Orlando Cepeda , Gaylord Perry and Willie McCovey . (more...)
Hokies lose to Hurricanes 84-75
- February 06, 2018
It a quadrant one win (wins and games against Home 1-30; Neutral 1-50; Away 1-75). However, the team was back to their Florida State form against Miami, and it is frustrating head coach Buzz Williams . On Wednesday, Virginia Tech held on for a wild win at Boston College , winning 85-80 in overtime. Behind torrid first-half shooting - 58.6 percent (17 of 29) - Miami grabbed the early lead and led for the final 37 minutes. (more...)
- February 06, 2018
It a quadrant one win (wins and games against Home 1-30; Neutral 1-50; Away 1-75). However, the team was back to their Florida State form against Miami, and it is frustrating head coach Buzz Williams . On Wednesday, Virginia Tech held on for a wild win at Boston College , winning 85-80 in overtime. Behind torrid first-half shooting - 58.6 percent (17 of 29) - Miami grabbed the early lead and led for the final 37 minutes. (more...)
Carson Wentz is now engaged
- February 06, 2018
The Eagles' 25-year-old quarterback did not play in Super Bowl LII on Sunday against the New England Patriots due to a torn ACL. Wentz completed 60.2 percent of his throws for 3,296 yards, 33 touchdowns and seven interceptions in 13 games this season for the Eagles. (more...)
- February 06, 2018
The Eagles' 25-year-old quarterback did not play in Super Bowl LII on Sunday against the New England Patriots due to a torn ACL. Wentz completed 60.2 percent of his throws for 3,296 yards, 33 touchdowns and seven interceptions in 13 games this season for the Eagles. (more...)
Laila Ali Reacts To Ronda Rousey's WWE Debut
- February 06, 2018
We are all wondering if she is going to be on Raw or SmackDown. It's no secret that Rousey is a lifelong professional wrestling fan and a huge fan of WWE Hall Of Famer "Rowdy" Roddy Piper. "I feel like Ronda is going to do great with us", Natalya replied. "I mean, she retired right?" To help her in reducing her chances of being unsuccessful, Covington referred Rousey to Dan Lambert of American Top Team. (more...)
- February 06, 2018
We are all wondering if she is going to be on Raw or SmackDown. It's no secret that Rousey is a lifelong professional wrestling fan and a huge fan of WWE Hall Of Famer "Rowdy" Roddy Piper. "I feel like Ronda is going to do great with us", Natalya replied. "I mean, she retired right?" To help her in reducing her chances of being unsuccessful, Covington referred Rousey to Dan Lambert of American Top Team. (more...)
In Pyeongchang, welcome flags await North Korea's cheer squad
- February 06, 2018
But amid the renewed relations between both Koreas during the games , North Korea still plans to send a message to Americans ahead of the ceremonies. Now the focus is on whether the North's current de-facto number two Choe Ryong-hae, Vice Chairman of the Workers' Party's central committee, will be included in the high-level delegation, Money Today reported. (more...)
- February 06, 2018
But amid the renewed relations between both Koreas during the games , North Korea still plans to send a message to Americans ahead of the ceremonies. Now the focus is on whether the North's current de-facto number two Choe Ryong-hae, Vice Chairman of the Workers' Party's central committee, will be included in the high-level delegation, Money Today reported. (more...)
ESPN's Todd McShay Releases Updated 2018 NFL Mock Draft
- February 06, 2018
This is a potential landing spot for quarterback Kirk Cousins , but if Denver goes into the draft without a quarterback, look for them to snag Mayfield. The Browns will also have the No. 4 pick in the draft because of a draft-day trade with the Texans past year. ESPN's Todd McShay is out with his second mock draft of the 2018 cycle today and it has a big change for the Detroit Lions from his first iteration. (more...)
- February 06, 2018
This is a potential landing spot for quarterback Kirk Cousins , but if Denver goes into the draft without a quarterback, look for them to snag Mayfield. The Browns will also have the No. 4 pick in the draft because of a draft-day trade with the Texans past year. ESPN's Todd McShay is out with his second mock draft of the 2018 cycle today and it has a big change for the Detroit Lions from his first iteration. (more...)
Arsenal signing Aubameyang slammed by BVB chief Watzke for 'withholding performances'
- February 06, 2018
The story surrounding Aubameyang's future was one of the talking points of the winter transfer window, after Arsenal targeted the prolific African following Alexis Sanchez's departure for Manchester United . Belgium striker Michy Batshuayi, on loan from Chelsea, scored twice on his debut last Friday when Dortmund won 3-2 at Bundesliga bottom side Cologne to finish the weekend fourth in Germany's top flight. (more...)
- February 06, 2018
The story surrounding Aubameyang's future was one of the talking points of the winter transfer window, after Arsenal targeted the prolific African following Alexis Sanchez's departure for Manchester United . Belgium striker Michy Batshuayi, on loan from Chelsea, scored twice on his debut last Friday when Dortmund won 3-2 at Bundesliga bottom side Cologne to finish the weekend fourth in Germany's top flight. (more...)
Vonn records 81st win ahead of Olympics
- February 06, 2018
Vonn clocked one minute, 37.92 seconds with Italy's Sofia Goggia, the current overall downhill leader, just behind in second at 0.11 secs back. Cornelia Huetter of Austria was 0.13 behind in third. "It accentuates not just my strengths, but also my weaknesses and my story and coming back from adversity", Vonn said in a Sun interview in October. (more...)
- February 06, 2018
Vonn clocked one minute, 37.92 seconds with Italy's Sofia Goggia, the current overall downhill leader, just behind in second at 0.11 secs back. Cornelia Huetter of Austria was 0.13 behind in third. "It accentuates not just my strengths, but also my weaknesses and my story and coming back from adversity", Vonn said in a Sun interview in October. (more...)
The best part of the Eagles' Super Bowl win? Kevin Hart
- February 06, 2018
There used to be a common attitude around the league that when your quarterback goes down, your chance of winning dies. The Eagles punted only once in the game and converted on a pair of fourth downs. He made a great catch. Foles threw four touchdown passes in his first start, December 17 on the road against the New York Giants . The Butler situation was the most curious. (more...)
- February 06, 2018
There used to be a common attitude around the league that when your quarterback goes down, your chance of winning dies. The Eagles punted only once in the game and converted on a pair of fourth downs. He made a great catch. Foles threw four touchdown passes in his first start, December 17 on the road against the New York Giants . The Butler situation was the most curious. (more...)
Super Bowl fans riot and smash shops during celebrations in Philadelphia
- February 06, 2018
Hite is also running a campaign to emphasize regular school attendance, so his statement also says: "I want to remind every student, parent and guardian that attending school is absolutely essential". How are you celebrating the team's historic victory? "Fans stood atop the awning of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel near City Hall and leapt off into the crowd below. (more...)
- February 06, 2018
Hite is also running a campaign to emphasize regular school attendance, so his statement also says: "I want to remind every student, parent and guardian that attending school is absolutely essential". How are you celebrating the team's historic victory? "Fans stood atop the awning of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel near City Hall and leapt off into the crowd below. (more...)
'She said yes!' - Carson Wentz announces engagement
- February 06, 2018
He led the National Football League in touchdown passes at the time of his injury, but the Eagles were in good hands. And, that's 2 rings for Carson Wentz! It was a tough go-round for Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz just a bit ago. (more...)
- February 06, 2018
He led the National Football League in touchdown passes at the time of his injury, but the Eagles were in good hands. And, that's 2 rings for Carson Wentz! It was a tough go-round for Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz just a bit ago. (more...)
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