Sports News
Defending Champ Dufner Withdraws From PGA
The New York Times - 8 Aug 2014 02:48
Defending champion Jason Dufner, suffering from a neck injury and struggling just to swing a golf club, pulled out of the PGA Championship just past the midway point of the opening round.
Modern F1 drivers are 'wimps' says Weber
Total F1 - 8 Aug 2014 01:10
Michael Schumacher's former manager Willi Weber has blamed Formula 1's decline on "wimpy" drivers, Bernie Ecclestone and FIA president Jean Todt. Weber reckons modern F1 drivers complain too much - something which is now...
Marlins' Jennings released from hospital
Miami Herald - 8 Aug 2014 23:49
Marlins left-hander Dan Jennings was released from a Pittsburgh hospital on Friday, a day after he was hit in the head by a line drive.
Rory McIlroy one shot behind leaders at PGA
Miami Herald - 8 Aug 2014 03:23
LOUISVILLE, Ky. - Ryan Palmer wanted to set the record straight.
Dump Qatar as Host of 2022 World Cup
The Huffington Post - 8 Aug 2014 23:49Ryu pitches Dodgers past Angels to win series
ESPN - 8 Aug 2014 08:22
Hyun-Jin Ryu yielded two hits over seven dominant innings, Hanley Ramirez had a two-run single and the Los Angeles Dodgers wrapped up the Freeway Series with their third straight win, 7-0 over the Los Angeles Angels on T...
2 Post-Deadline Moves the Texas Rangers Could Still Make
Bleacher Report - 8 Aug 2014 07:57
The Texas Rangers weren’t the busiest team at the trade deadline last week, but they made some beneficial moves. The club was able to ship off closer Joakim Soria for two highly touted pitching prospects and trade Jaso...
Christine Michael Reinforces How Dominant Seahawks Running Game Can Be in 2014
Bleacher Report - 8 Aug 2014 07:52
When All-Pro running back Marshawn Lynch was ruled out of Thursday night’s preseason game against the Denver Broncos, there was no question as to who the featured back would be for the Seattle Seahawks. Yes, Robert T...
Chargers Showcase Potent Offense That Makes Them AFC Contenders
Bleacher Report - 8 Aug 2014 07:22
The San Diego Chargers are the best AFC team that no one is talking about, and it frankly isn't that close. In Week 1 of the preseason, the Chargers starters put on a show against the Dallas Cowboys defense. Eventually, ...
Marlins Pitcher Jennings Hit in Head by Liner
ABC News - 8 Aug 2014 06:02
Marlins pitcher Jennings hit in head by liner, acknowledges crowd when carted off field
Cleveland Wants To Cut Down On Number Of Fans At Games
Sports Grid - 8 Aug 2014 06:00
Cleveland Indians President Mark Shapiro announced that the team is investing in the Progressive Field experience by removing 5,000 seats, reducing capacity from around 42,200 to 37,200. That would make one of the smalle...
N.F.L. Roundup: Giants' Top Pick Practices, but Not at Full Strength
The New York Times - 8 Aug 2014 05:37
Receiver Odell Beckham Jr. caught punts and made cuts during practice on Wednesday but still could not provide a timetable for when he might return to full strength.
USA Swimming Nationals: Katie Ledecky outshines Missy Franklin in 200-meter freestyle
Washington Post - 8 Aug 2014 05:27
It may be time to put away the term "distance swimmer" when referring to Katie Ledecky. The 17-year-old, who went from relative unknown to Olympic champion and world record holder in three years, continues to extend her ...
Rory McIlroy Stays Hot In 2nd Round Of PGA Championship
The Huffington Post - 8 Aug 2014 23:57Scary injury in Miami Marlins’ loss to Pittsburgh Pirates
Miami Herald - 8 Aug 2014 04:57
The Marlins lost once again to Edinson Volquez on Thursday night but the evening could have been a whole lot worse.
Stern: Clips sale is testament to NBA's health
ESPN - 8 Aug 2014 04:28
Former NBA Commissioner David Stern prefers to look at the sale of the Los Angeles Clippers for a record $2 billion and not the decades of Donald Sterling's "interesting" ownership that came before it.
Alonzo Mourning says Hall of Fame honor was fueled by those who helped him
Miami Herald - 8 Aug 2014 04:28
Miami Heat legend Alonzo Mourning will use his Hall of Fame speech Friday to thanks those who helped him throughout a life marked by adversity, perseverance and triumph.
Serena rolls into quarters; Sharapova tumbles
ESPN - 8 Aug 2014 01:10
Serena Williams advanced to the Rogers Cup quarterfinals Thursday, waited out a brief rain delay to beat Czech left-hander Lucie Safarova 7-5, 6-4.
ESPN suspends Dan Le Batard for LeBron James billboard stunt
Miami Herald - 8 Aug 2014 01:07
LeBron James never thanked Heat fans when he announced he was leaving for the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Hornets rookie P.J. Hairston’s court case continued to September 12.
News Observer - 8 Aug 2014 23:57
Case could be pushed back to October, a potential conflict with training camp…
Cotto, Alvarez, Golovkin the 3 man collision course
Boxing News 24 - 8 Aug 2014 23:50
By D.A: It’s no secret the most exciting weight divisions to the boxing world and family is the 140-160 range. Of course most of us can agree 147 is the most watched and exciting weight division. The 2nd in my opinion ...
Ryan: NASCAR's numbers issue
USA Today - 8 Aug 2014 02:13
Loss of National Guard signals need for change in how sport's health measured for sponsors