In the latest PicklePod episode, hosts Thomas Shields and Zane Navratil get candid with world No. 1 Federico Staksrud, addressing the “biggest problem” that threatens the sport’s integrity: cheating. There’s a lot going on in the world of professional pickleball right now. And Staksrud finds himself in the middle of much of it. The hour-long … Read more
Reynaldo Lopez’s velocity was down in the early innings of Friday afternoon’s Grapefruit League exhibition, but the veteran righty did not appear to be concerned when discussing the start with the media on Saturday. Reynaldo Lopez said he felt fine during yesterday’s outing. His focus was his fastball, which accounted for 49 of his 57 … Read more
In the wake of his brilliant season at Barcelona, Robert Lewandowski has once again become a hot topic in Saudi Arabia. Clubs such as Al Hilal and Al Ahly are reportedly keen on prizing him out of Barcelona and making him the next big attraction of the Saudi Pro League. Pini Zahavi denies Saudi links … Read more
David Lesky looks at how the Royals might decide roster spots this spring. They don’t have a ton of competitions really. I think you can look at the roster and know that probably 20 of the 26 roster spots are decided. A few of those that aren’t are relievers, which matter but are a little … Read more
Flyers GM Daniel Briere on Scott Laughton trade: ‘This trade is as tough as they come’ Photo credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports By Arun Srinivasan 54 minutes ago Comments News Flyers GM Daniel Briere on Scott Laughton trade: ‘This trade is as tough as they come’ Maple Leafs place Max Pacioretty on LTIR Maple Leafs … Read more
Photo: @Capitals The Washington Capitals rallied from an early 2-0 deficit to down the Detroit Red Wings, 5-2, Friday night at Capital One Arena in the District. The Capitals scored four goals, including two short handed goals in the first 8:28 of the final frame, to put the game away. The victory improves the Capitals’ record … Read more
Nasser Hussain, Michael Atherton, David Lloyd, and former England cricket players remarked on India’s alleged unearned benefit in the current Champions Trophy. The conversations started after the Men in Blue advanced to the semi-final and unlike other clubs, they didn’t have to travel to any other city. The present batch of cricketers—Jos Buttler, David Miller, … Read more
Wisconsin’s Mathieu De St. Phalle, right, celebrates during the Badgers’ 4-1 win over Ohio State Friday night in the B1G playoffs. (Photo: Wisconsin athletics) B1G TOURNAMENT Notre Dame 3, No. 3 Minnesota 2 Coach Jeff Jackson marked career win No. 600 as Notre Dame earned a 3-2 victory Friday night at No. 3 Minnesota to … Read more
Entering play on Friday, Curtis Mead has been the best offensive player in all of Spring Training. He is hitting .778/.810/1.000 with a MLB leading 382 wRC+; Mead has a 14.3 BB% and 4.8 K%, both are staggering differences from his career norms, as is his 5.1 WHIFF%, which is half of what his WHIFF% … Read more
Newcastle United’s stadium plans has been without doubt the biggest debate on Tyneside over the past 12 months. Extending St James’ Park has previously been discussed as a priority, but that comes with great difficulties and has opened up the door for a potential new stadium to be built elsewhere; potential on the Leazes Park … Read more