Fiers throws no-hitter against Dodgers in 3-0 win by Astros (Yahoo Sports)
Growing up, Mike Fiers remembers watching Nolan Ryan throw no-hitter after no-hitter. After pitching his first one Friday night, Fiers finally got to meet the man who spun so many gems. Fiers pitched the second no-hitter in the major leagues in nine days, leading the Houston Astros to a 3-0 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Woods shares lead with Hoge entering 3rd round at Wyndham (Yahoo Sports)
GREENSBORO, N.C. (AP) — Tiger Woods has the most recognizable name in golf. Far fewer people know about rookie Tom Hoge.
Baylor says it will investigate handling of Ukwuachu case (Yahoo Sports)
Baylor University will conduct an investigation into the school’s handling of sexual assault allegations against a football player who was allowed to transfer into coach Art Briles’ program despite a history of disciplinary problems at Boise State. The 22-year-old Ukwuachu was sentenced to six months in jail and put on 10 years of probation Friday in Texas district court for sexually assaulting a former Baylor women’s soccer player last year.
Cespedes homers 3 times in Mets' 14-9 win over Rockies (Yahoo Sports)
Yoenis Cespedes put on quite a show at Coors Field. Cespedes hit three home runs, including a grand slam, and had a career-high seven RBIs and the New York Mets overpowered the Colorado Rockies 14-9 on Friday night. ”Good hitters find a night where they can lock themselves in and they won’t miss a ball,” Cespedes said through an interpreter.
Browns still satisfied with McCown over Manziel as starter (Yahoo Sports)
Josh McCown’s right ring finger isn’t badly injured. McCown threw interceptions on Cleveland’s first two drives, raising questions about whether backup Johnny Manziel, who threw a touchdown pass and made a sensational play, was threatening to jump him on the depth chart. ”We feel good about where Johnny is as the No. 2 and we feel good about where Josh is with the No. 1,” Pettine said.
Horsey lead slashed at Made in Denmark
The 30-year-old, chasing a fourth European Tour title, had stretched his lead to seven at one stage before the chasing pack closed in. Horsey has led since Thursday but he was reined in on Saturday courtesy of three bogeys on the back nine while Australia’s Terry Pilkadaris carded a fine third round 65. Pilkadaris is one shot off the pace while Englishmen John Parry and Chris Paisley are four back
Jury awards former basketball star Michael Jordan $8.9 million in brand case: reports
A jury awarded retired basketball player Michael Jordan $8.9 million in his lawsuit against a grocery store chain that used his name in a one-page magazine advertisement without his permission, the Chicago Tribune and other local media reported. Jordan, 52, led the Chicago Bulls to six National Basketball Association championships in the 1990s. The jury deliberated six hours after a two-week trial in federal court in Chicago, and decided on
Golf-European Tour Made in Denmark scores
Aug 22 (Infostrada Sports) – Scores from the European Tour Made in Denmark at the par-71 course on Saturday in Farso -15 David Horsey (Britain) 63 67 68 -14 Terry Pilkadaris (Australia) 66 68 65 -11 John Parry (Britain) 66 67 69 Chris Paisley (Britain) 68 68 66 -10 Richard Green (Australia) 68 65 70 -9 Bradley Dredge (Britain) 66 68 70 -8 Mads Sogaard (Denmark) 68 68 69 Peter
Indian milkman's son chases dream in greener pastures
By Amlan Chakraborty NEW DELHI (Reuters) – Golfing prodigy Shubham Jaglan turned 11 last week but the only son of a milkman from rural India is aloof to the cartoons and toys that usually draw boys of his age. The winner of back-to-back titles on the world junior golf circuit in the United States last month knows he must make sacrifices to achieve his dreams. Golf is a rich man’s
Morris shock at son's death
The son of trainer Mouse Morris has died from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning while travelling in South America.
McLean excited for women's game
England captain Katy McLean says women’s rugby is going from ‘strength-to-strength’ in this country.
Benitez: We admire Sterling
New Real Madrid coach Rafael Benitez has admitted he is a big admirer of unsettled Liverpool forward Raheem Sterling but was unwilling to say whether or not the club would move for the England winger in the summer.
On Boots 'n' All
Phil Clarke joins Eddie Hemmings in the studio to discuss everything Rugby League and look back on all the action from Magic Weekend.
Trott sets sights on Rio
Laura Trott has told Sky Sports News HQ her sights are now “definitely set” on the Olympic Games in Rio next year.
Moon and Master head to Ascot
Ed Walker is looking forward to getting Lightning Moon back on the track in the Diamond Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot.
Excessable to duck Royal Ascot
Tim Easterby is plotting a raid on the Weatherbys Super Sprint with his impressive Ripon winner Excessable.
Clubs to vote on signings
Super League clubs will be asked again to give the go-ahead to introduce marquee players into the competition.
Roof panel falls on fans
Spectators at the French Open had a lucky escape after part of the the roof of the Chatrier Court fell on to the crowd on Tuesday.
Mourinho warns Loftus-Cheek
Jose Mourinho has revealed his relationship with Ruben Loftus-Cheek has taken a ‘step back’ after his display against Sydney FC.
