The Arkansas Derby is behind us and a work-in-progress Kentucky Derby Trail lies in front of us. With tracks around the country beginning to open again in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, and Churchill Downs officials still mapping out prep races, it’s a good time to see where the […]
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Former Minnesota Twin Trevor Plouffe Says MLB Season Could Begin July 1
Baseball fans received a glimmer of hope on Monday as former MLB third baseman Trevor Plouffe tweeted that the Major League season could resume as early as July 1. The tweet cited multiple sources and also stated that a second spring training could begin on June 10. No Official Word […]
Frank the Tank to the LOLJets, Gore Signs 1-Year Deal as Backup RB
Running back Frank Gore reportedly signed a one-year deal with the New York Jets. The saga of the great Gore will continue as the third-highest rusher in NFL history suits up for his 16th season in the NFL. Gore, 36 and soon to be 37, started eight games with the […]
Tiger Woods Blames Running for His Knee and Back Problems
It didn’t take long for Tiger Woods to jog his memory about the damage running did to his body. The 44-year-old was on GOLFTV last Friday answering questions from fans. One of the questions came from someone who asked him about possible regrets. “If you had one thing you could […]
Churchill Downs Announces New Race Schedule, Key Spring Stakes
After not hosting the Kentucky Derby on the first Saturday in May for the first time in 75 years, Churchill Downs officials released its first condition book of races and its entire stakes schedule for its spring meet. The proposed slate features 16 stakes races and offers $2.25 million in […]
Beastmode Comeback? Marshawn Lynch Could Return to the Seattle Seahawks
One day after Marshawn “Beastmode” Lynch appeared in the final episode of “Westworld” season three, the former All-Pro running back hinted at a potential comeback with the Seattle Seahawks when he said, “Expect the unexpected.” Lynch, 34, came out of retirement at the end of last season. He played in […]
Ringside Physicians Say Combat Sports Can Resume with Proper Precautions
The Association of Ringside Physicians (ARP) now says that combat sports can resume safely during the COVID-19 pandemic, provided that organizers take all necessarily precautions to ensure the safety of everyone involved. That’s a reversal from the organization’s previous stance, which was that all combat sports events should be postponed […]
PUBG Mobile: Erangel Survival Guide, Tips, and Loot Map
Erangel, the first and main map for PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG), is still the most popular venue in the highly successful battle royale game by Tencent Gaming. We share a few tips on where to look for loot on the Erangel map other than the popular places like Pochinki, the military […]
Magnus Carlsen Wins Namesake Invitational, Sportsbooks Add More Online Chess Markets
Magnus Carlsen defeated Hikaru Nakamura 2.5-1.5 in a back-and-forth final to win the first-ever Magnus Carlsen Invitational. Carlsen earned the $70,000 first prize in the online chess tournament, which came together due to the COVID-19 pandemic eliminating live chess events. Carlsen Fends Off Nakamura in Back-And-Forth Final The final saw […]
Officials Determined to Keep 2020 NFL Season on Schedule
NFL officials have confirmed a report that they plan to start and finish the 2020 season on time, barring any unforeseen complications due to the coronavirus pandemic. The league plans to release its official schedule later this week, but says the opening game will be on Sept. 10, and that […]
William Byron Wins His Third iRacing Event
William Byron won his third virtual race, taking Sunday’s eNASCAR Pro Invitational iRacing Series event at the virtual version of Dover International Speedway. Byron has now won three of the last four iRacing events. Byron previously captured iRacing wins at Bristol and Richmond, and said after the Dover victory that […]
ESPN Broadcasting Korean Baseball Games Starting with Tuesday’s Opening Day
American fans will get the opportunity to watch Korean baseball beginning on Tuesday, as ESPN has reached an agreement to broadcast Korea Baseball Organization (KBO) games for the 2020 season. Under the agreement, ESPN will show six games each week, starting with an Opening Day matchup between the NC Dinos […]
Bad Boys Detroit Pistons and the So-Called ‘Jordan Rules’
“The Last Dance” documentary on Michael Jordan referenced the “Jordan Rules” multiple times. The “Jordan Rules” were a specific set of rules the Detroit Pistons conjured up to stop Air Jordan and the Chicago Bulls in the playoffs. In addition, sportswriter Sam Smith titled a searing tell-all book published in […]
Santa Anita Park Releases Full Stakes Schedule, Pending Resumption
With its plan to safely resume racing on May 15 officially in the hands of local legislators, Santa Anita Park laid out its revamped spring stakes schedule – a schedule featuring the Santa Anita Derby and Santa Anita Oaks on June 6. That day sets up as the revamped meet’s […]
RIP Don Shula, Miami Dolphins Coach Passes Away at 90
Hall of Fame head coach Don Shula, the winningest coach in NFL history with a lifetime record of 347-173-6, passed away on Monday at age 90. Shula played pro football for several seasons as a defensive back before beginning his legendary coaching career, which included two Super Bowl victories with […]
How the USWNT Equal Pay Lawsuit Derailed, Settlement Still Possible
A federal judge dismissed the equal pay portion of the US women’s national soccer team’s (USWNT) lawsuit. Although some working conditions claims against the US Soccer Federation (USSF) can proceed, Friday’s decision puts more pressure on the USWNT to settle out of court. The USWNT is strong and strident. The […]
Dallas Cowboys Sign Andy Dalton to 1-Year Deal as Backup QB
In a move that Jerry Jones insists has nothing to do with starting quarterback Dak Prescott’s contract negotiations, the Dallas Cowboys signed Andy Dalton to a one-year deal worth upwards of $7 million. Dalton, 32, turns 33 in October. He’s expected to backup Prescott. Both the Cowboys and Prescott have […]
The Mountain from ‘Game of Thrones’ Sets New Deadlift Record at 501 KGs
Half a ton? No problem. Hafthor Bjornsson, most known for playing Gregor “The Mountain” Clegane on HBO’s popular series “Game of Thrones”, set a new world record by deadlifting 501 kilograms (or 1,104 pounds) at his home gym in Iceland. Bjornsson broke Eddie Hall’s previous world record, when the lifter […]
Magnus Carlsen Invitational: Nakamura, Carlsen Overcome Adversity to Reach Finals
The two most prolific speed chess players in the world will meet in the finals of the Magnus Carlsen Invitational, as Hikaru Namakura and Magnus Carlsen each advanced after tightly contested semifinal matches. Both players dealt with frustrating moments in their semifinals matches before advancing. Nakamura Prevails in Blitz Tiebreaker […]
Private Equity Fund to Buy Minority Stakes in Professional Sports
Arctos Sports Partners, a new private equity firm, is looking to buy minority stakes in US major league sports teams and European soccer clubs. Private equity firms often buy troubled assets and — in the coronavirus era — sports franchises now fit that model. But high franchise valuations may be […]