Emotions building for large Hall of Fame class
The speeches are just about written and a crowd perhaps in excess of 50,000 is expected Sunday for the induction ceremony of this memorable Class of 2014 -- 300-game winners…Read more
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Virtanen announces signing with Canucks via Twitter
Jake Virtanen, the sixth player taken in the 2014 NHL Draft, announced Friday on his official Twitter account that he has signed with the Vancouver Canucks. "Such an honour to…Read more
Smashfest raises $140,000 for charities
With New York Rangers forward Dominic Moore serving as host, the annual Smashfest charity pingpong challenge in Toronto raised $140,000 Thursday night, according to the National Hockey League Players' Association.…Read more
Sutcliffe fondly remembers young Maddux
Former Cubs All-Star pitcher and 1984 National League Cy Young Award winner Rick Sutcliffe remembers watching Greg Maddux pitch when he first joined Chicago in 1986. Read more
Capitals sign forward Nathan Walker, 1st Australian player to be drafted by an NHL team
ARLINGTON, Va. - The Washington Capitals have signed forward Nathan Walker, the first Australian player to be drafted by an NHL team. The 20-year-old Walker was selected in the third…Read more
In analytics’ defense: Some glove data passes eye test
The biggest problem with WAR (Wins Above Replacement) in the view of managers, coaches and players is that advanced analytics can't do justice to defense. Nonetheless, a look at the…Read more
Flames sign top pick Sam Bennett
Sam Bennett, the fourth player taken in the 2014 NHL Draft, signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Calgary Flames, the team said Friday. No financial terms were disclosed. "It…Read more
Seahawks’ Lynch starts holdout over contract
As expected, Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch did not attend the first day of training camp Friday, officially starting his holdout over changes he wants to his contract. Read more
Sources: Lakers offer coaching job to Scott
The Los Angeles Lakers have offered their head coaching job to Byron Scott, according to league sources. Read more
Braves’ sustained excellence a remarkable feat
When it comes to the Braves' Hall of Fame era, don't even attempt roll call unless you have some time on your hands. Yes, there was only one World Series…Read more