Pete Rose, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred meet; decision by end of year
Swiss police open criminal case against FIFA head Blatter (Yahoo Sports)
FIFA President Sepp Blatter was placed under criminal investigation by Swiss authorities on Friday as a probe into soccer corruption reached the highest levels and left his grip on the top job in peril. The Swiss attorney general’s office opened proceedings against Blatter for possible criminal mismanagement and misappropriation of FIFA money. The announcements came as FIFA wrapped up a two-day executive committee meeting and marked another stunning day of
Prosecutor in Kane case says accuser's mom lied about bag (Yahoo Sports)
The prosecutor overseeing the sexual assault investigation of Chicago Blackhawks star Patrick Kane says the accuser’s mother lied about finding an evidence bag in her doorway. Erie County District Attorney Frank Sedita said during a news conference Friday he’s not sure yet how the two-day sideshow of how evidence was handled affects the main case. Sedita said all the evidence, including the rape kit used to examine the accuser, was
Giants build lead and hold it, beat Redskins 32-21 (Yahoo Sports)
The New York Giants didn’t let Washington steal a victory late, finishing off a 32-21 decision Thursday night on Odell Beckham Jr.’s 30-yard touchdown catch and Rueben Randle’s 41-yarder. The Giants fell apart in the fourth quarter of losses to Dallas and Atlanta. This time, New York (1-2) dominated most of the action against the injury-plagued Redskins (1-2), who lost veteran cornerback DeAngelo Hall to a right leg injury that
Crowned! Royals clinch AL Central by beating Mariners 10-4 (Yahoo Sports)
The Kansas City Royals are division champs for the first time in three decades – and they want a whole lot more. Johnny Cueto earned his first win in nearly six weeks and the Royals clinched the AL Central crown Thursday night with a 10-4 victory over the Seattle Mariners. Back in the clubhouse, they sprayed champagne during a happy celebration that included Royals Hall of Famer George Brett and
Royals reliever Holland (elbow) out for rest of season (Yahoo Sports)
Kansas City Royals reliever Greg Holland has a right elbow ligament tear that will end his season and likely require surgery. ”It’s a significant tear,” Royals manager Ned Yost said Thursday before a game against Seattle. ”This wasn’t a situation where rest would help it.” Yost said.
Baseball-MLB to rule on Pete Rose reinstatement by end of 2015
(Reuters) – Major League Baseball (MLB) said on Friday a decision on whether to lift all-time hits leader Pete Rose’s lifetime ban will be made by the end of 2015. Rose, who earlier this year sent a formal request to have his ban for gambling on baseball games lifted, met with MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred in New York on Thursday to discuss his application for reinstatement. MLB said in a
For a Major League hair cut, baseball players pick Miami's Juice
By David Adams MIAMI (Reuters) – Before Miami Marlins ace Jose Fernandez takes the mound Friday night seeking to make pitching history, his pre-game ritual will involve a trip to the barbershop. Fernandez will visit Hugo “Juice” Tandron, the heavily tattooed son of Cuban exiles who operates Major League Baseball’s only private stadium barbershop out of a converted storage room at Marlins Park. There is no set price to sit
Singapore to host Asian Tour event after Indonesia postpone
By Patrick Johnston SINGAPORE (Reuters) – Singapore will step in to stage a new $750,000 World Classic Championship on the Asian Tour in November after organizers of the Indonesia Open asked for their event to be postponed. The new 144-man tournament will be played at the Laguna National Golf and Country Club from Nov. 12-15, the Asian Tour said on Friday. The $750,000 Indonesia Open, won last year by triple
Tasleet blossoms in Rose Bowl
Tasleet displayed a smart change of gear to get up close home in the Compton Beauchamp Estates Ltd-sponsored Rose Bowl Stakes at Newbury.
Sky Live: Tipperary v Tyrone
Tyrone have made two changes in attack for their first championship meeting with Tipperary at Semple Stadium on Saturday.
Samaras leaves West Brom
Greece international Georgios Samaras has terminated his contract with West Brom by mutual consent.
Spieth fears flawless Johnson
Jordan Spieth feels he might have to play the best golf of his career to deny Dustin Johnson victory in the 144th Open.
Offers on table for Danzeno
Danzeno may have only two more outings this season for Mick Appleby – but offers have been received for the smart sprinter.
Offers on table for Danzeno
Danzeno may have only two more outings this season for Mick Appleby – but offers have been received for the smart sprinter.
Forlorn Tiger rues mistakes
Tiger Woods was left deflated after his pre-Open optimism took a huge hit with an opening four-over round of 76 in ideal scoring conditions at St Andrews.
Forlorn Tiger rues mistakes
Tiger Woods was left deflated after his pre-Open optimism took a huge hit with an opening four-over round of 76 in ideal scoring conditions at St Andrews.
Phillips ignores rumours
Matt Phillips’ future is the subject of mounting speculation but the QPR winger is ignoring the background noise.
Lawrie keen for big pay day
Paul Lawrie hopes his performance at the 144th Open will mean he avoids the ignominy of inviting himself to a tournament he is hosting later this month.
