Thursday, May 31, 2012
Lee Jenkins: Energetic Thunder tap into youth, dismantle red-hot Spurs in Game 3
OKLAHOMA CITY -- It took 50 days, 20 games and 10 different opponents. It took the highest scorer in the NBA, the loudest crowd and the best sixth man. It took a poised point guard, a proven defensive stopper and an inspired front line. But the Oklahoma City Thunder did what no one has been able to do since Tax Day. They beat the San Antonio Spurs. The Thunder didn't just snap the streak, they sawed it in pieces, treating San Antonio the way the Spurs have been treating everybody else for the past two months.
Jay Jaffe: Don't expect Marlins' success to last
After a sluggish start, the Marlins went 21-8 in May to pull within a half game of first place. That's quite a turnaround, but don't start printing playoff tickets just yet, explains Jay Jaffe.
Source: http://mlb.si.com/2012/05/31/why-marlins-success-likely-wont-last/?xid=si_topstories
Thunder may have to ugly it up to beat Spurs (Yahoo! Sports)
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) Gregg Popovich implored his San Antonio Spurs to get nasty to take control of the Western Conference finals.
Boxer Mayweather due to begin Vegas jail sentence
LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. is about begin a three-month jail sentence in Las Vegas in a domestic violence case.
Sam Amick: Safest bets in the 2012 draft
Truth be told, no one is safe when it comes to the NBA draft. Not the players whose careers are often scrutinized in accordance with where they were picked. And certainly not the executives whose reputations are forever tied to each selection. Risk is a part of the equation no matter the prospect, even when it's a big man like Kentucky's Anthony Davis, who is widely seen as a "can't-miss" talent.
Former NBA star Jack Twyman dies at 78 (Yahoo! Sports)
CINCINNATI (AP) Basketball Hall of Famer Jack Twyman, one of the NBA's top scorers in the 1950s who became the guardian to a paralyzed teammate, has died. He was 78.
Jordan tells Ewing he won't be Bobcats head coach (Yahoo! Sports)
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) Charlotte Bobcats President of Basketball Operations Rod Higgins says the team will hire a new head coach within the next couple of weeks, but it won't be Patrick Ewing.
Seahawks confirm tryout for Brian Banks (Yahoo! Sports)
RENTON, Wash. (AP) Brian Banks will get a crack at the NFL, even if it's simply a tryout.
Murray fights through back pain to win at French
PARIS (AP) -- Grimacing in pain with almost every step, Andy Murray nearly had to call it quits Thursday because of a bad back at the French Open.
Sam Amick: Hornets strike it rich, plus more lottery observations
The NBA's power balls bounced in the Hornets' favor, giving New Orleans the opportunity to pick Anthony Davis. The Hornets are the lottery's runaway winners, declares Sam Amick.
Freeman's HR helps Braves beat Cards, 10-7 (Yahoo! Sports)
ATLANTA (AP) Freddie Freeman wasn't surprised his new glasses were a big hit. He just feared his swing might be rusty.
Heat go OT to survive challenge from Rondo, Celtics
Rajon Rondo exploded for 44 points, but it was the Heat who got the 115-111 win and a 2-0 lead. Miami was patient and confident, writes Ian Thomsen, two things it was not last year.
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Browns' Benard feels 'blessed' after accident
As sweat beads streaked his cheeks, defensive end Marcus Benard looked out at the green practice fields behind the Browns' training facility.Source: http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/7989700/marcus-benard-cleveland-browns-feels-blessed-accident
Peyton, Broncos WRs struggle after long layoff
Peyton Manning and Eric Decker stayed late after a sloppy practice Wednesday, working an extra 15 minutes after they appeared to have several miscommunications during the workout.Source: http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/7990126/peyton-manning-denver-broncos-wrs-struggle-long-layoff
Bird wants to come back with Pacers (Yahoo! Sports)
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) Larry Bird loves his job and loves his team.
NFL teams want exonerated Banks to try out
Several NFL teams are willing to give Brian Banks a chance fulfill his dream of playing in the league.Source: http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/7987374/nfl-teams-want-exonerated-brian-banks-try-out
Panthers' Newton says he was 'bad teammate'
Cam Newton says he was a bad teammate during his Rookie of the Year 2011 season, but his fellow Carolina Panthers say he just needs to trust them more.
Braun's HR propels Brewers' 2-1 win over Dodgers (Yahoo! Sports)
LOS ANGELES (AP) Ryan Braun became the player Los Angeles Dodgers fans love to hate after he beat out Matt Kemp for the NL MVP award last season. On Tuesday night, he showed how well he responds to the hostility.
Rangers reach minor league deal with Roy Oswalt (Yahoo! Sports)
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) The Texas Rangers agreed to a minor league deal with free-agent pitcher Roy Oswalt, expecting the three-time All-Star to join their rotation within a few weeks.
Source: Texans will work out WR Sims-Walker
Former Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Mike Sims-Walker is scheduled to work out Wednesday for the Houston Texans, according to a league source. Source: http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/7981487/mike-sims-walker-work-houston-texans-according-source
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Uggla, Bourn go deep, Braves beats Cardinals 5-4 (Yahoo! Sports)
ATLANTA (AP) Two big swings and one last 98-mph fastball left the Atlanta Braves with a giant sigh of relief.
Rivers says Celtics won't sit ailing guard Allen
Boston Celtics coach Doc Rivers broached the idea of giving veteran shooting guard Ray Allen a game off in order to rest his ailing right ankle, but after consulting with the team's training staff, Allen pleaded his case to stay on the floor.
Take Two In Texas
The Thunder are trying to cool off the Spurs and steal home-court advantage. But San Antonio, seeking its 20th straight win, has started fast in Game 2 of the Western finals. Follow it here.
Source: Texans will work out WR Sims-Walker
Former Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Mike Sims-Walker is scheduled to work out Wednesday for the Houston Texans, according to a league source. Source: http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/7981487/mike-sims-walker-work-houston-texans-according-source
Dolphins will star on HBO series 'Hard Knocks'
After a drawn-out offseason process, HBO has decided to showcase the Miami Dolphins on this summer's version of the hit reality TV series "Hard Knocks."Source: http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/7983505/miami-dolphins-star-hbo-series-hard-knocks
Grant Wahl: U.S. looks to keep up impressive run of form with Brazil up next
Three thoughts on my mind heading into the U.S.'s friendly with Brazil in the Washington, D.C., area on Wednesday (8 p.m. ET, ESPN2/3, Telefutura):
First for Tebow: Punt team prep with Jets
Tim Tebow, in the first OTA practice open to the media, was used as the "up" back -- aka the personal protector -- on the punt team. Source: http://espn.go.com/new-york/nfl/story/_/id/7968524/tim-tebow-works-special-teams-new-york-jets-otas
Trumbo's HR ends Angels' wild 9-8 win over Yankees (Yahoo! Sports)
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) When ace Jered Weaver limped off the mound with a back injury after just 12 pitches, the Los Angeles Angels probably figured their winning streak would be the least of their losses Monday night.
Trumbo's blast sinks Yanks in 9th
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- When ace Jered Weaver limped off the mound with a back injury after just 12 pitches, the Los Angeles
Angels probably figured their winning streak would be the least of their losses Monday night.
Angels probably figured their winning streak would be the least of their losses Monday night.
Knicks give coach Mike Woodson multiyear extension (Yahoo! Sports)
NEW YORK (AP) One playoff victory was good enough for Mike Woodson to return as New York Knicks coach - even with Phil Jackson lurking as a potential candidate.
Monday, May 28, 2012
Hamilton out of Rangers lineup while 'feeling off' (Yahoo! Sports)
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) Josh Hamilton knew he finally had to take a break when he got of bed after more than 17 hours and still didn't feel right.
Canadiens hire Rick Dudley as assistant GM (Yahoo! Sports)
MONTREAL (AP) The Montreal Canadiens will have two assistant general managers after hiring Rick Dudley on Friday.
Concussions still affect now-singer Utecht's life
Former Colts and Bengals tight end Ben Utecht hasn't fully recovered from five documented concussions that have robbed him of memories and left him wondering how well he'll be able to function in a few years.Source: http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/7966792/concussions-affect-now-singer-ben-utecht-life
Aging, hobbled Ray Allen comes through for Celtics (Yahoo! Sports)
BOSTON (AP) Ray Allen was out on the perimeter like so many times before during a 16-year career in which he's established himself as the most prolific 3-point shooter in NBA history.
Cardinals sign free-agent linebacker Groves (Yahoo! Sports)
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) The Arizona Cardinals signed free-agent linebacker Quentin Groves on Thursday and released wide receiver Marc Wilson.
Padres activate Quentin from 15-day DL (Yahoo! Sports)
CHICAGO (AP) Outfielder Carlos Quentin has been activated from the 15-day disabled list by the San Diego Padres ahead of Monday's series opener against the Chicago Cubs.
Spurs get 'nasty', hold off Thunder
The Spurs' streak continues. Manu Ginobili led with 26 points as San Antonio made it 19 straight wins, slipping past the Thunder 101-98 in the opener of the Western Conference finals.
Pirates place reliever Cruz on restricted list (Yahoo! Sports)
PITTSBURGH (AP) The Pittsburgh Pirates have placed reliever Juan Cruz on the restricted list and called up left-handed reliever Doug Slaten from Triple-A Indianapolis.
Game Recap
The Spurs' streak continues. Manu Ginobili led with 26 points as San Antonio made it 19 straight wins, slipping past the Thunder 101-98 in the opener of the Western Conference finals.
Kahne keeps Hendrick success rolling with win at Charlotte
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) -- Kasey Kahne powered to victory in the Coca-Cola 600 on Sunday night, taking NASCAR's longest race for the third time for his first win with Hendrick Motorsports.
Spurs up 1-0 on Thunder after 19th win in row
Manu Ginobili scored 26 points and the Spurs won their 19th in a row to tie the NBA record for longest winning streak kept alive in the playoffs, beating the Thunder 101-98 to open the Western Conference finals on Sunday night.Source: http://scores.espn.go.com/nba/recap?gameId=320527024
Sunday, May 27, 2012
Hakeem Nicks breaks right foot at Giants OTA (Yahoo! Sports)
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) New York Giants receiver Hakeem Nicks is expected to be sidelined up to three months after breaking his right foot at a team organized activity early Thursday.
Heat preparing as if Bosh won't be available
The Miami Heat will prepare for the Eastern Conference finals as if forward Chris Bosh won't be available for the series, coach Erik Spoelstra said Saturday.
Harrison: Suit vs. Goodell 'win-win' for players
The way James Harrison sees it, all the NFL's players stand to benefit from Jonathan Vilma's defamation lawsuit against Roger Goodell, even if the New Orleans Saints linebacker loses his fight.
Joe Lemire: Royals' Moustakas leading charge of rising sophomores
Before his first game in the Bronx, Royals third baseman Mike Moustakas walked out beyond the centerfield fence and visited Monument Park. He soaked in the history, read the remembrances of the all-time great players and took note of the plaques celebrating the legacy of George Steinbrenner and commemorating the tragedy of 9/11.
Union chief: NFL collusion claim will stand up
NFL players union chief DeMaurice Smith says his group's claim of collusion will stand up in court.
Hamilton's walk-off HR lifts Rangers in 13th
Josh Hamilton hit a two-run homer in the bottom of the 13th inning, lifting the Texas Rangers to an 8-7 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays.Source: http://scores.espn.go.com/mlb/recap?gameId=320526113
Blues CEO Mike McCarthy stepping down (Yahoo! Sports)
ST. LOUIS (AP) St. Louis Blues CEO Mike McCarthy is stepping down, not long after new ownership finalized its purchase of the franchise.
Jeff Wagenheim: Dos Santos defends belt at UFC 146; Velasquez next on agenda?
Junior dos Santos' title reign continues. He made a statement at UFC 146 in beating Frank Mir, but so did Cain Velasquez, who may have earned himself a rematch, says Jeff Wagenheim.
Bengals support rookie LB despite prison term
The Bengals placed their support behind yet another legally embattled player Friday, pledging to keep undrafted rookie linebacker Brandon Joiner on its roster indefinitely after the undrafted rookie was sentenced to three years in prison.
Thunder, Spurs ready to finally settle West's best (Yahoo! Sports)
SAN ANTONIO (AP) Maybe they'll finally get a challenge this time.
AP Source: O's, Jones agree to deal through 2018 (Yahoo! Sports)
BALTIMORE (AP) The Baltimore Orioles and center fielder Adam Jones have agreed to an $85.5 million, six-year contract through 2018, a person familiar with the negotiations said, the largest deal in Orioles' history.
Saturday, May 26, 2012
Donovan has hat trick in U.S.' rout
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) -- Landon Donovan returned to the U.S. national team following an eight-month absence and scored his first international hat trick in five years, leading the Americans over Scotland 5-1 in an exhibition game Saturday night.
Source: http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2012/soccer/05/26/usa.scotland.ap/index.html?xid=si_topstories
Sanchez sharp, Tebow tosses 2 INTs in Jets' OTAs (Yahoo! Sports)
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) Mark Sanchez smiled for a split-second when a reporter labeled him as the most scrutinized guy in the New York Jets' locker room.
Rockets' Lowry at issue with McHale as coach
Kyle Lowry told the Houston Chronicle on Friday that he does not think he and Goran Dragic will both return next season. And he is especially unlikely to play for Houston if Kevin McHale returns as coach. Source: http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/7974223/houston-rockets-kyle-lowry-issue-kevin-mchale-coach
First for Tebow: Punt team prep with Jets
Tim Tebow, in the first OTA practice open to the media, was used as the "up" back -- aka the personal protector -- on the punt team. Source: http://espn.go.com/new-york/nfl/story/_/id/7968524/tim-tebow-works-special-teams-new-york-jets-otas
Marshall looking for more this time with Cutler (Yahoo! Sports)
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) Brandon Marshall cringes when he looks at the old clips.
Canadiens hire Rick Dudley as assistant GM (Yahoo! Sports)
MONTREAL (AP) The Montreal Canadiens will have two assistant general managers after hiring Rick Dudley on Friday.
Source: Colts making bid for Cowboys' Jenkins
The Indianapolis Colts have made multiple trade offers to the Dallas Cowboys in an effort to acquire disgruntled cornerback Mike Jenkins, and the last one remains on the table, according to a league source.
Coyotes finish off best season ever (Yahoo! Sports)
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) The end of the season hit the Phoenix Coyotes particularly hard.
Concussions still affect now-singer Utecht's life
Former Colts and Bengals tight end Ben Utecht hasn't fully recovered from five documented concussions that have robbed him of memories and left him wondering how well he'll be able to function in a few years.Source: http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/7966792/concussions-affect-now-singer-ben-utecht-life
Union leader says facts prove NFL collusion claim (Yahoo! Sports)
WASHINGTON (AP) NFL players union chief DeMaurice Smith says his group's claim of collusion will stand up in court.
Knicks give coach Mike Woodson multiyear extension (Yahoo! Sports)
NEW YORK (AP) One playoff victory was good enough for Mike Woodson to return as New York Knicks coach - even with Phil Jackson lurking as a potential candidate.
Joyce slams Rays past Red Sox as tempers flare
BOSTON (AP) -- Tampa Bay manager Joe Maddon wasn't hiding his feelings about what happened in the ninth inning. In his eyes,
it was as clear as the Rays' power display against Boston starter Jon Lester .
it was as clear as the Rays' power display against Boston starter Jon Lester .
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