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NASCAR All-Star Race At Charlotte: Where To Watch Live, Preview, Starting Grid

gregprice — Sat, 18 May 2013 21:48:32 GMT

As NASCAR gathers to celebrate its current stars, it also honors the passing of one of its legends.

Carl Edwards will lead off Saturday’s All-Star Race at Charlotte Motor Speedway after winning the pole Thursday with the name of the legendary Dick Trickle on his windshield

Famous for his winning ways on the short track, especially in the Midwest, Trickle reportedly died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound earlier this week and sent the racing world into a tailspin.

New York Knicks Vs. Indiana Pacers: Where To Watch Live Online Stream, Preview, Betting Odds Prediction For Game 6 [NBA Playoffs]

gregprice — Sat, 18 May 2013 21:25:44 GMT

The New York Knicks hope to stave off elimination Saturday night as they meet the Indiana Pacers in Game Six of the Eastern Conference semifinals at Bankers Life Fieldhouse.

In an 85-75 win, no group came through more for the Knicks in Game Five than their bench, which outscored Indiana’s 35-10 with 13 points apiece from J.R. Smith and Chris Copeland.

Carmelo Anthony scored 28 points, on 12-for-28 shooting, and Smith led New York with three steals. The Knicks forced 19 Pacer turnovers.

Mario Williams Suicide Text Messages: Ex Girlfriend Erin Marzouki’s Lawyer Releases Details Over Football Player’s Engagement Ring Lawsuit

gregprice — Sat, 18 May 2013 21:11:22 GMT

There doesn’t appear to be a quick end to the lawsuit Buffalo Bills defensive end Mario Williams filed against his former fiancee to retrieve a $785,000 engagement ring.

Friday the attorney for Williams’ ex-fiancee, former Houston Texans employee Erin Marzouki, released a text message conversation the couple had on November 11, in which Williams made veiled remarks to suicide, according to reports for the AP.

"No money in the world should leave me with suicidal thoughts," Williams wrote.

VIDEO Bayern Munich 4-3 Borussia Monchengladbach Highlights: Ribery’s Two Goals, Assists Cap Bundesliga Season

gregprice — Sat, 18 May 2013 16:36:17 GMT

Bayern Munich punctuated their successful Bundesliga campaign with a 4-3 comeback victory over Borussia Monchengladbach Saturday at Borussia Park.

Down 3-1 in a wild first 10 minutes of play, Franck Ribery’s two goals and two assists led Munich’s attack and eventual victory.

Monchengladbach’s Martin Stranzl and Mike Hanke each scored in the opening five minutes and looked poised for the upset, but Bayern’s Javi Martinez responded with a goal in the seventh minute to calm things down.

Preakness Stakes 2013: Where To Watch Live Online Stream, Preview, Betting Odds, Prediction For Second Triple Crown Race [UPDATE: 11:57 A.M.]

gregprice — Sat, 18 May 2013 15:57:28 GMT

While history may not be on his side, a shorter and drier track can make Orb’s quest for the Triple Crown much easier Saturday in the 138th running of the Preakness Stakes at Pimlico.

In the last 94 years, only eleven horses have captured the elusive Triple Crown, and while as many as eight have come close by winning the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness, no horse has completed the feat since Affirmed in 1978.

Preakness Stakes 2013: What Time Does The Race Start? What Channel To Watch, Plus Betting Odds [Update 10:26 A.M.]

gregprice — Sat, 18 May 2013 14:26:21 GMT

A quick lap around Pimlico’s 1 3-16-mile track and Orb could become the 12th horse in the last 35 years to aim for the elusive Triple Crown.

The three-year-old colt has won five consecutive races, and following his thrilling finish on the final turn at the Kentucky Derby three weeks ago, is an overwhelming favorite heading into Saturday’s 138th running of the Preakness Stakes.

Last year, I’ll Have Another was the first horse in four years to win both the Derby and the Preakness.

VIDEO Atletico Madrid 2-1 Real Madrid: Highlights Of The Copa Del Rey Final; Miranda Heads Extra-Time Winner As Ronaldo And Mourinho See Red

jasonlemiere — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:14:48 GMT

Atletico Madrid defied a succession of Real Madrid chances as well as recent history to defeat their illustrious city rivals for the first time in 13 years and lift the Copa del Rey with a 2-1 extra-time victory at the Bernabeu.

Pittsburgh Penguins Vs. Ottawa Senators: Where To Watch Free Live Stream, Prediction, Betting Odds, For Game 2 Of NHL Playoff Series

gregprice — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:48:03 GMT

Looking to extend their 1-0 lead, the Pittsburgh Penguins take on the Ottawa Senators Friday night at CONSOL Energy Center in the Game Two of their second round playoff matchup.

Pittsburgh won the series opener 4-1, behind its continued power play efficiency and excellence from Pascal Dupuis. The Penguins converted four of their power plays into goals by Paul Martin and Chris Kunitz.

VIDEO Copa Del Rey Final Half-Time Highlights: Real Madrid And Atletico Tied At 1-1 After Goals From Ronaldo And Diego Costa

jasonlemiere — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:20:35 GMT

Real Madrid are locked at 1-1 with their local rivals Atletico Madrid after the first half of their Copa del Rey final at the Bernabeu.

Cristiano Ronaldo gave Madrid the early lead as Los Blancos looked to continue their incredible 25 match unbeaten streak against their neighbors. But Atletico showed plenty of spirit to come back into the match and grab an equalizer through Brazilian forward Diego Costa.

Preakness Stakes 2013: Prop Bets, Latest Odds, And Field For Saturday's Triple Crown Race; Can Anyone Beat Orb?

AnthonyRicco — Fri, 17 May 2013 19:47:56 GMT

In 1978, Affirmed became the last racehorse to win the Triple Crown. Following Secretariat and Seattle Slew, he was the third horse to accomplish the feat in a six-year span.

In the past 35 years, 12 horses have been able to win both the Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes. On Saturday, Orb looks to join that list when he runs at Pimlico.

Liverpool Transfer News: Williams, Wanyama, Tello And Suarez Involved In Latest Speculation

jasonlemiere — Thu, 09 May 2013 22:06:35 GMT

Liverpool will have to pay at least £10 million if they are to sign Swansea City central defender Ashley Williams this summer, according to Sky Sports.

Roger Federer News: Swiss Star Comes Up Short In Madrid Open

BobbyIlich — Thu, 09 May 2013 21:47:34 GMT

Roger Federer's hopes of claiming a second straight Madrid Open title after a layoff were dashed when the world number two suffered a surprise 6-4 1-6 6-2 third round defeat to Japanese young gun Kei Nishikori on Thursday.

Playing his first tournament since taking a break after his quarter-final exit at Indian Wells in March, Federer became the second high-profile casualty at the clay Masters event following Tuesday's shock second-round defeat for world number one Novak Djokovic to unseeded Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov.

Raiders Free Agent Rumors: Josh Cribbs, Brandon Lloyd And Others On Oakland’s Radar?

AnthonyRicco — Thu, 09 May 2013 21:24:00 GMT

The Oakland Raiders need a lot of help after another disappointing season.

In 2012, the Raiders went 4-12 and finished third in the AFC West. The team missed the playoffs for the 10th straight year.

Oakland had the third overall pick in the NFL Draft, but elected to trade down to No.12. After selecting cornerback D.J. Hayden, the club is now looking to improve through free agency.

Barcelona Transfer News: Neymar And Thiago Silva In? Puyol And Villa Out?

jasonlemiere — Thu, 09 May 2013 21:22:30 GMT

Real Madrid are trying to hijack Barcelona’s proposed signing of Brazilian star Neymar, according to reports in Spain.

It has increasingly been considered a matter of when, rather than if, the Santos forward would move to Camp Nou, with stories even emerging of a €10 million down payment having been paid.

Chelsea Transfer News: Falcao, Lewandowski, Schurrle And Fischer Involved In Latest Speculation

jasonlemiere — Thu, 09 May 2013 19:56:10 GMT

Chelsea may be shifting their focus in their search for a leading striker this summer.

It has long been thought that Atletico Madrid’s Radamel Falcao was Chelsea’s leading choice to become their first-choice front man next season. But there are now reports that Jose Mourinho, who is widely believed to be close to rejoining the Blues as manager, has set his sights on Borussia Dortmund's Robert Lewandowski as his first signing.

Derrick Rose Return: Is There Truth To Rumors That Chicago Star Will Return To Bulls Lineup For Game 3? Hinrich, Deng Available?

AnthonyRicco — Thu, 09 May 2013 19:13:32 GMT

The biggest story of the 2013 NBA Playoffs may not be about a team or player that has performed exceedingly well, but a player that hasn’t even been on the court for a minute of action.

Derrick Rose hasn’t returned since he tore his ACL in last year’s postseason. The Chicago Bulls point guard was given an expected recovery time of eight-to-12 months and missed the entire regular season. As the postseason began, it seemed extremely unlikely that the former MVP would come back.

Players Championship 2013: Where To Watch Free Live Online Stream First Round, Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, Phil Mickelson At TPC Sawgrass

gregprice — Thu, 09 May 2013 18:37:09 GMT

A month removed from a disasterous late-showing at The Masters, No. 1-ranked Tiger Woods began the first round of the Players Championship Thursday at TPC Sawgrass on Ponte Vedra Beach, Fl.

Woods avoided a disqualification after it was discovered he made an illegal drop during the third round at Augusta last month, and eventually finished with a 5-under 283 for fourth place.

Who Is Filomena Tobias? Miami Heat Fan Who Gave Joakim Noah Middle Finger Known As ‘Black Widow’

AnthonyRicco — Thu, 09 May 2013 17:45:14 GMT

The Game Two matchup between the Miami Heat and Chicago Bulls got very chippy, as LeBron James and company won 115-78 to even up the second-round playoff series.

Nine technical fouls were handed out as the contest turned into a blowout. Both Joakim Noah and Taj Gibson were ejected.

Arsenal Transfer News: Lewandowski, Dzeko, Jovetic And Son Targeted In Gunners’ Striker Search

jasonlemiere — Thu, 09 May 2013 17:41:40 GMT

Arsenal are stepping up their search for more firepower and could even be set to sign two new forwards this summer, according to Goal.com.

Manchester United News: Was David Moyes The Right Choice?

BobbyIlich — Thu, 09 May 2013 17:13:46 GMT

Just one day after the retirement announcement of legend Sir Alex Ferguson, Manchester United have named a new manager.

Everton manager David Moyes, who has been with the club since 2002, has been appointed as the new boss at Old Trafford, and will take charge of the club on July 1 under a six-year contract.

Like Ferguson, Moyes is a native of Scotland, and played for the Scotland national team. The 50-year-old began his career with Celtic, and as a center back played with six other clubs including Dunfermline Athletic and Preston North End.

Nets Dismiss Head Coach P.J. Carlesimo After Early Playoffs Exit

casac8 — Sun, 05 May 2013 19:45:21 GMT

On Sunday, one day after the Chicago Bulls knocked the Brooklyn Nets out of the first round of the NBA Playoffs, Brooklyn's management announced that the team has parted ways with head coach P.J. Carlesimo.

Utah Soccer Referee Dies After Being Assaulted By Teen Player

ebrown — Sun, 05 May 2013 18:08:41 GMT

A soccer referee in Utah has died after a week in a coma, having been assaulted by a player on the field. The 17-year-old assailant punched the referee in the head after being given a yellow card.

Tim Tebow To Join ESPN, Fox Sports? Network Wants Quarterback If No Team Calls?

gregprice — Sun, 05 May 2013 17:46:56 GMT

Should no NFL teams give newly released Tim Tebow a call, the former Heisman-winning quarterback won’t be unemployed for long.

ESPN won’t let the former New York Jet and Denver Bronco escape their overtures should no team offer him a contract next season, according to sources cited by New York Daily News reporter Bob Raissman.

VIDEO Chelsea 1-0 Manchester United Highlights: Juan Mata Goal Lifts Blues Over Red Devils

gregprice — Sun, 05 May 2013 17:14:14 GMT

A timely, possibly Champions League-saving shot from Juan Mata lifted Chelsea over Manchester United on Sunday at Old Trafford, 1-0.

The 25-year-old Spanish midfielder's shot deflected off Phil Jones for an own goal in the 87th minute. The Blues earned the crucial road victory against their Manchester rivals.

Chelsea needed the three points in order to keep pace with Arsenal and Tottenham, who both won Saturday. The Blues are now back in the top three on the table with three matches left to go, including a pivotal match against Spurs at Stamford Bridge.

Barcelona Vs. Real Betis: Where To Watch Live Online Stream, Preview, Probable Lineups, Prediction For La Liga Match

gregprice — Sun, 05 May 2013 16:27:46 GMT

Barcelona can snap a three-match winless streak and maintain their La Liga standing Sunday as they meet Real Betis at the Nou Camp.

The Catalans were humiliated in their 7-0 aggregate loss to Bayern Munich in the Champions League semi-finals, with a 2-2 draw against Athletic Bilbao in between.

Tito Vilanova’s club still maintains an eight point lead over Real Madrid in the Primera Division, but would like to avoid a tight race in the final five matches of the season.