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Stick-y business: NHL playoffs a showcase for savvy stickwork on offense and defense
"Stick-y business: NHL playoffs a showcase for savvy stickwork on offense and defense" Alec Martinez remembers a time in his career when teams kept track of a stat less celebrated than goals and assists but arguably just as valuable. “They called them ticks,” the veteran Vegas defenseman said. “How many plays you break up with your stick.” Keeping the puck out of the net is just as important as
Jackson Mahomes grabbed and kissed woman against her will three times, prosecutors say
Jackson Mahomes, the brother of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, grabbed a woman by the neck and kissed her against her will three times earlier this year, according to new information in an affidavit. Mahomes was charged with three counts of aggravated sexual battery and one count of battery after the incident at Aspens Restaurant and Lounge in Overland Park, Kansas, on Feb. 25. During a brief hearing
Griner, Mercury set to tip off WNBA season after her return from detainment in Russia
"Griner, Mercury set to tip off WNBA season after her return from detainment in Russia" PHOENIX (AP) — Brittney Griner’s life and career path have taken a sharp turn over the past 18 months following a nearly 10-month detainment in Russia on drug-related charges that ended with a prisoner swap in December. To say the Phoenix Mercury center’s journey has been complicated would be an understatement. Now, the next chapter will
Germán ejected, Judge booed as cheating allegations swirl around Yankees
TORONTO (AP) — Domingo Germán’s hand was coated with something tackier than rosin, umpire James Hoye said after ejecting the New York Yankees pitcher for violating Major League Baseball’s rules on sticky substances. “The instant I looked at his hand, it was extremely shiny and extremely sticky,” the crew chief told a pool reporter after the Yankees beat Toronto 6-3 on Tuesday night. “It’s the stickiest hand
ESPN announces ‘Pat McAfee Show’ will join afternoon lineup
"ESPN announces ‘Pat McAfee Show’ will join afternoon lineup" Pat McAfee’s show is moving to ESPN as part of a new multiyear deal announced Tuesday. McAfee first joined ESPN as a college football analyst for its Thursday night games in 2019. He returned to the network last year and became part of the “College GameDay” crew as well as hosting some alternate presentations of ESPN games, including
Red Wings Should Target Kings D-Man Sean Durzi
Listed at the bottom of The Athletic’s 30-man trade board is Los Angeles Kings defenseman Sean Durzi. One general manager who should call the Kings about him is Red Wings boss Steve Yzerman. Durzi is only 24-years old, more of an offensive defenseman, and can play both sides of the ice. But he’s right-handed which works perfectly for the Wings, considering they only have two on the
Scottie Montgomery Represents Detroit Lions at NFL Coach Accelerator Program
The Detroit Lions will not stand in the way of Scottie Montgomery, whose sights are set firmly on a future head coach position. In fact, the organization that just hired him in February is doing all they can to support their Assistant Head Coach/Running Backs in his pursuit of other coaching roles around the league. On Wednesday it was announced that Montgomery will represent the Lions at
Anibal Sanchez retiring after 16 seasons, World Series title with Nats
Right-hander Aníbal Sánchez, an 11-game winner for the Washington Nationals when they won the 2019 World Series, is retiring after 16 years in the majors. The 39-year-old Venezuelan posted a retirement message on Instagram on Tuesday after going unsigned the first six weeks of the season. Sánchez went 116-119 with a 4.06 ERA in 364 appearances, 341 as a starter. He spent his first seven years with Miami, going
Local Standout Justin Meram leads Charlotte FC against the Chicago Fire
"Local Standout Justin Meram leads Charlotte FC against the Chicago Fire" by The Associated Press Chicago Fire (3-3-5, 12th in the Eastern Conference) vs. Charlotte FC (4-5-3, fifth in the Eastern Conference) Charlotte, North Carolina; Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. EDT FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLS LINE: Charlotte FC -102, Chicago +255, Draw +258; over/under is 2.5 goals BOTTOM LINE: Justin Meram leads Charlotte FC into a matchup with the Chicago
Jalen Sami Adds Depth from Portal
MSU continues to put a strong emphasis on making their front seven and, specifically their D-Line, stronger. Today, Mel Tucker added one of his former players from Colorado, Jalen Sami. The 6-6, 330-pound nose tackle played in 36 games over his time with Colorado and started in 32 of them. https://twitter.com/SamiUso/status/1658896207836774401?s=20 Jalen Sami Outlook Jalen Sami played for Mel Tucker in 2019 as a redshirt freshman and
Why the Detroit Tigers Should Not Trade Eduardo Rodríguez
"Why the Detroit Tigers Should Not Trade Eduardo Rodríguez" by WSN guest writer, Caleb Czarnik The Tigers have been in the rebuilding process for what seems to be about a decade now. Year after year the team has pieces to build around, yet trades them for prospects to look towards the future. Although, some players were destined to be traded at their peak, Verlander, J.D Martinez and
Local Kid, Big Dreams: Zach Morton Joins Detroit Lions’ Quest for Success
Immediately after the NFL Draft concluded, the Detroit Lions signed Zach Morton, a promising pass rusher and graduate of Cass Tech High School, as an undrafted free agent. The 6-foot-4, 260-pound defensive end from Akron brings a wealth of potential to the Lions' roster, but he faces an uphill battle to secure a spot on the 53-man squad. As he embraces the Lions' offseason training program, 24-year-old