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Rod Brind'Amour to be named new Hurricanes coach

May 08, 2018

Bill Peters resigned as Carolina's head coach last month after failing to reach the playoffs in five seasons. Both Peters and Muller were first-time National Hockey League head coaches when they were hired, but both had led teams in lower levels (Muller for just 17 games with AHL Milwaukee; Peters coached for three years in both the AHL and WHL) prior to getting their shot behind the bench.

Morata set for return but Conte won't discuss striker's future

May 08, 2018

It comes amid reports that Juventus are keen to sign the Spain worldwide this summer. But how do the pair stack up against one another this season? Chelsea have already made an approach to PSG but they are not the only interested suitors as Atletico Madrid and Juventus are also keeping tabs on his situation.

Kobe to Ben Simmons: Rebuild jump shot

May 08, 2018

Kobe Bryant has been reviewing tape of some of the young talents throughout the National Basketball Association and giving his opinion on their game and what needs work moving forward. Throughout the course of the regular season, Simmons ended up shooting 54.5 percent from the field overall. Being unable to shoot the perimeter jumper made things hard on Simmons.

Joe Gomez out of World Cup after ankle surgery

May 08, 2018

But he suffered a recurrence of the problem against Stoke and further scans showed he needed surgery, which will rule him out of the Champions League final against Real Madrid on May 26. Gomez has three England caps to his name after making his global debut in November. The player wrote on his Instagram account: "Gutted to confirm that my season for both club and country is over having undergone successful ankle surgery..." Apparently Gomez had not fully recovered from the ankle ...

Parents Fake Son's Cancer For Donations, Syracuse Football Team Visit

May 08, 2018

Back in August, 9-year-old CJ LaFrance got to visit the Syracuse football team and hang out with the Orange during practice. The Port Byron couple reportedly was given $3,000 in donations after claiming their son had Hodgkin's lymphoma. They face charges of scheme to defraud and endangering the welfare of a child. An investigation into the LaFrances remains ongoing. The LaFrance family has been banned from GoFundMe and all donors will receive a refund for their contributions, GoFundMe ...

Cavaliers rout Raptors, 128-93, sweep series

May 08, 2018

There are a couple of ways to answer that question. "It's gratification but you're not satisfied, that's the way I like to put it, " he said when the Raptors clinched first place in the East with three games remaining. Derozan has yet to sink a three-point shot in the series in only nine attempts, despite respectable 22 and 24 point outings in Games 1 and 2, respectively.

Predators' Hartnell back in lineup for Game 6

May 08, 2018

Pekka Rinne has had his hands full with the Jets offense, and after a tough Game 5 outing that saw him pulled after allowing six goals, the Predators keeper is going to have to bounce back in much the same way he has in the past. The Predators got it going early on as Viktor Arvidsson deflected a shot home one minute into the game. Connor Hellebuyck , the series' other Vezina finalist, and all the Jets' fleet-of-foot forwards have been getting ink, but Winnipeg's underrated defence ...

Cris Cyborg Has Sights Set On Fighting Boxing Champion

May 08, 2018

That would certainly change if Cyborg was granted the opportunity to face her in the squared circle. She was seen sparring with two-time Olympic gold medalist Claressa Shields last summer and Shields took to Twitter to rate the Brazilian's boxing ability a seven out of ten.

Conmebol deja al Tri fuera de la Copa América de Brasil 2019

May 08, 2018

Por 25 años, la Selección Nacional era un invitado frecuente a la Copa América . En el comunicado Conmebol explica que la invitación a dos países asiáticos "obedece al alto interés de la Confederación Asiática de Futbol de participar en competencias de la CONMEBOL y al compromiso de la Confederación Sudamericana de Futbol de aportar al desarrollo del futbol a nivel mundial ".

Everton consider Vieira as replacement for Allardyce

May 08, 2018

The former France global won three Premier League titles during his time at the north London club, as well as three FA Cups. The former England manager is hugely unpopular with fans at Everton despite insisting he will be in charge next term.

Wozniacki defeats Gavrilova, advances to Madrid Open 2nd round

May 08, 2018

If she does, then irrespective of what Halep does in Madrid, the Dane will supplant her in the rankings. The 27-year-old can move beyond the Romanian at the top of the WTA leaderboard with the title, though she would only need to progress to the semi-finals if the defending champion falls later on Sunday.

Record breaking year for Georgia tourism

May 08, 2018

The announcement of tourism's impact on Georgia's economy came as Deal celebrated National Travel and Tourism Week. Tourism supported 523,800 jobs in Los Angeles County's leisure and hospitality sector, one of the area's largest and strongest economic sectors, employing 1 in every 8.5 workers.

Israel Folau linked to Queensland Reds

May 08, 2018

Wilkerson's 11-minute sermon is entitled "It's time to get right with God" and it includes a number of references to and images of homosexuality. According to Wilkerson, those "tolerance" beliefs are misguided. It's been reported Folau is in talks re a switch to the Queensland Reds for next season. Waratahs head coach Daryl Gibson and Israel Folau talk during a Waratahs Super Rugby training session at Kippax Lake in Sydney.

Klopp promises more signings after Keita arrival

May 08, 2018

Speaking at a news conference before Liverpool's defeat at Chelsea , Klopp revealed his intention to strengthen his thinning squad. With Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain - now more of a midfielder anyway - now out injured, Liverpool's main cover out wide is youngster Ben Woodburn, and having been somewhat fortunate that Mane and Salah have stayed fit this season, Liverpool need to address their depth this summer.

Rudolph brushes off Roethlisberger's comment

May 08, 2018

Roethlisberger's comments didn't stop at his future under center with the Steelers. Instead, Roethlisberger is pissed the team is thinking about the future instead of using all their resources to give him one more shot to win another ring. "I'm sure it will be a great addition to the [quarterback] room". "I know how the league works". And just waiting and being prepared for whenever I get my time.

Nadal in middle of football controversy in Madrid

May 08, 2018

Whoa! Roger & Rafa wearing the same sleeveless top. "I was looking forward to these kind of matches, looking to try to win these kind of matches". We already know that. "We play big matches with much money at stake in the biggest events because of this I don't see enough space for an honest friendship". "I was lucky to get away with it in that third set", the second-seeded Wozniacki said.

90-year-old becomes oldest driver to compete in NASCAR-sanctioned race

May 08, 2018

Kraus, last year's series Rookie of the Year, is five points out of the lead in third in the championship standings - with three races complete of a 15-event schedule. In just 87 career races, McGriff won four career races, all in 1954 which was his only full season. After passing a medical exam with flying colors, NASCAR gave the veteran driver the OK to get behind the wheel.

Ichiro Suzuki transitioning to front office with Mariners

May 08, 2018

Ichiro and his agent, John Boggs aren't ruling out a return to the field for him in 2019, "He is not retiring - he's taking on a different role for 2018, and 2019 has yet to evolve", Boggs said. He played like no one American baseball fans had ever seen: At his peak, he possessed a Curry-like ability to alter the geometry of the playing field the moment he stepped to the plate.

Minnesota Vikings sign four, waive four following rookie minicamp

May 08, 2018

Northern Illinois wide receiver Chad Beebe, who had been invited to try out with Reich's Indianapolis Colts, signed with the Minnesota Vikings on Monday after taking part in a tryout as part of rookie minicamp. James finished out his college career at Southern Illinois after two years at the University of Minnesota. One is wide receiver Chad Beebe. Beebe and the Buffalo Bills eventually lost that game to Lett's Dallas Cowboys, but the receiver eventually got a Super Bowl ring as a member ...

Parents urge Penn State frat death ruling appeal

May 08, 2018

Shapiro says he's pleased 11 more defendants are headed to county court for trial, making it 25 defendants facing charges in last year's death of Tim Piazza of Lebanon, New Jersey. The group of 11 fraternity members were charged in the case after the Federal Bureau of Investigation managed to recover incriminating video images that depicted alcohol-fueled activities in the basement of the building where their bid acceptance night took place.

Hudbay Minerals (HBM) Received New C$15.00 Target Price at TD Securities

May 08, 2018

HBM stock traded up $0.05 during trading on Thursday, hitting $7.00. About 576,685 shares traded. Arrowstreet Capital Limited Partnership acquired 875,870 shares as Hudbay Minerals Inc (HBM)'s stock declined 17.54%. HBM's total short interest was 3.57M shares in May as published by FINRA. Finally, Canaccord Genuity raised shares of Hudbay Minerals from a hold rating to a buy rating in a research note on Monday, April 2nd.

Aubameyang, Iwobi dazzle as Arsenal's Wenger bows out at Emirates

May 08, 2018

Arsenal managerial target Massimiliano Allegri is reportedly set for a sit-down with Juventus about his future at the club, once the Serie A 2017/18 campaign comes to an end. Gabonese global Pierre Emerick Aubameyang scored the first and last goals of a 5 - 0 thrashing of Burnley in front of a full house. Lacazette stroked home Arsenal's second just before half-time before Jack Wilshere teed up Sead Kolasinac for a third nine minutes after the break.

New attraction, 'Ray Rush,' to open at Aquatica Orlando on May 12th

May 08, 2018

At almost 60 feet tall, Ray Rush sends riders sliding, splashing, and soaring like never before. First, riders will be launched with water jets created to propel rafts into the first of several enclosed tube sections. The attraction is located on the north side of the park next to Walkabout Waters. It shares a loading platform with Walhalla Wave, which was closed during the Ray Rush construction but reopened this weekend.

India decline to play Day-Night Test in Adelaide

May 08, 2018

However, new tradition or not, the BCCI have canned any hopes of the two nations playing under lights this summer. Speaking to the media, Sutherland said that India's reluctance to play the pink ball Test was boils down to their urge to win the series.

Liverpool and Chelsea to battle for former Man United star

May 08, 2018

In case you didn't know. . Zaha could also fill in the boots for the Madrid-bound Eden Hazard at West London as he has taken the Premier League by surprise with his improved performances at Crystal Palace. He has welcomed the suggestion of moving to a bigger club as his aim is to play European football , as per the reports of The Sun . It has been reported that Spurs will make a bid of £40 million for the former Manchester United winger this summer.

CM urges Centre to stop flow of water from Punjab to Pakistan

May 08, 2018

The committee will also exercise oversight on the syllabi and contents of text books prescribed for History for all classes by Punjab School Education Board and to ensure that there are no factual discrepancies, he said. Dismissing as "politically motivated" the controversy on the issue, the Chief Minister said the decision to review the History syllabi and print text books in line with NCERT syllabi was taken during the earlier Shiromani Akali Dal-Bharatiya Janata Party (SAD-BJP) government's ...

Find Ways To End Cycle Of Violence In Kashmir, Says Mehbooba Mufti

May 08, 2018

Let's try and wrap our heads around the fact that we stoned a tourist, a guest, to death while we glorify these stone-pelters and their methods". On Sunday, widespread violence was witnessed across the Kashmir Valley in the wake of the killing of five Hizbul Mujahideen militants, including a Kashmir University professor, in an encounter with security forces in Shopian district.

Wentz stays confident for week 1 return

May 08, 2018

However, when looking at the competitive mindset that Wentz brings to the table, it's safe to say the Philadelphia quarterback is going to do everything in his power to make sure his rehab continues to go well enough to be ready for that Week 1 meeting against the Atlanta Falcons .

Johnny Cueto won't have elbow surgery, expected to miss 6-8 weeks

May 08, 2018

The news is a sigh of relief for both the Giants and Cueto. Tommy John surgery was the worst-case scenario (and perhaps the likeliest end result), so in that context this is a positive. San Francisco hoped Cueto had overcome the blister and forearm issues that caused him to miss six weeks a year ago, when he went 8-8 with a 4.52 ERA in 25 starts.

Pro Bowl running back CJ Anderson signs with Carolina Panthers

May 08, 2018

Anderson, 27, signed with the Panthers on Monday afternoon. With the Panthers, he is expected to provide a complement to Christian McCaffrey, who has varied skills but may not be an every-down back. The 21-year-old was also a factor in the running game posting 435 yards in a secondary role to Stewart in the 2018 campaign. "Again, that's something that we keep looking at and we'll continue to look at".

Free agent DT Terrell McClain visiting 49ers

May 08, 2018

The 29-year-old McClain was just one season removed from signing a four-year, $21 million deal with the Redskins. He recorded 20 tackles and two sacks last season, but was waived in late April after the Redskins picked two defensive linemen in the draft.

49ers release guard Zane Beadles

May 08, 2018

He started all 16 games during his first season with the 49ers, and made five starts a year ago (one at left guard and four at right tackle). The move saves the Niners $3.5 million against the cap in 2018. The team also signed former first-round pick Jonathan Cooper to compete with one of the guard spots flanking new center Weston Richburg , who was brought at the start of the new league year to replace Daniel Kilgore, who was traded to the Dolphins.

WWE Monday Night Raw Preview

May 08, 2018

Fifty-two weeks of entertainment and it is for you. With WrestleMania , Backlash , The Greatest Royal Rumble and the Superstar Shakeup in the rearview mirror, WWE will hit reset on many storylines. Owens mentions Angle's job and how RAW Commissioner Stephanie McMahon is watching. Braun is in a qualifying match and his opponent will be. you. That match starts.

Cops fire rubber bullets, teargas to disperse Protea Glen protesters

May 08, 2018

The affected area is Protea Glen Ext 29, Phase Three. Police clashed on Monday with residents in the township of Soweto who staged a protest after squatters tried to erect shacks in nearby fields - the latest of many flare-ups over the vexed issued of land distribution.

Zinedine Zidane Backs Cristiano Ronaldo to Be Fit for Champions League Final

May 08, 2018

Real Madrid went into the game, aiming to snap Barcelona's unbeaten run in order to win some pride back after what has been a hard season domestically. Gareth Bale levelled the game late on to secure a point for Real. Madrid should have had a penalty when Marcelo was brought down in the box. "Next year it will change with VAR", Zidane said.

Cubs place Yu Darvish on 10-day disabled list with flu

May 08, 2018

The Cubs will make a corresponding roster move on Tuesday, and the pitcher who will take his turn in the rotation is to be determined. He has a 6.00 ERA and 1.57 WHIP through his first six starts after posting a 3.86 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 209 strikeouts in 186.2 innings past year as a member of the Texas Rangers and Los Angeles Dodgers .

National Basketball Association playoffs 2018: Jazz guard Dante Exum dealing with strained hamstring

May 08, 2018

Exum went to the locker room midway through the third quarter of Sunday night's Game 4 against the Rockets after limping off the court. The Jazz announced it was a hamstring injury. He underwent shoulder surgery before the 2017-18 campaign and appeared in just 14 games. He also sat out the entire 2015-16 season after he tore his ACL while playing for the Australian national team.

Man dies after collapse at Belfast Marathon

May 08, 2018

The event's organisers said two ambulances were quickly at the scene to take the man to the Royal Victoria Hospital. The event kicks off at 9am on Monday 7 May at City Hall and finishes in Ormeau Park, with the route taking in all parts of Belfast.

Rangers would be embarrassed to finish outside top two, claims McInnes

May 08, 2018

Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes reckons Rangers would be embarrassed to finish outside the top two. The Dons have suffered three defeats against the Govan side this season. "And hopefully we can be more of a threat to cause them problems". Rangers midfielder Graham Dorrans believes that the team need to win against Aberdeen to provide themselves with that much needed momentum to take into next season and in the process make sure that they make it to the Europa League .

Bayada Honors 10 Nurses During National Nurses Week

May 08, 2018

During this special week - National Nurses Week - we thank those who have chosen Evangelical as the place that they share their nursing skills and gifts of caring beyond measure. It's an annual week-long observation that recognizes the work nurses do each and every day in the medical field. There are more than 2.9 million nurses across the nation, ensuring their patients are well taken care of.

United legend Ferguson still in intensive care

May 08, 2018

Ferguson was seen just last weekend at Old Trafford, as he presented departing Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger with a gift to commemorate his time in north London. His family request privacy in this matter. "All of us are united right now, wishing Sir Alex a speedy recovery". I found him very cooperative and understanding of the job I was trying to do and once we had that discussion and made your point.

Pistons and Stan Van Gundy Are Done

May 08, 2018

Over a press release, Gores noted Van Gundy wanted to return to finish the 2018-19 season, the last of his contract, "But over the past two seasons our team has not progressed, and we decided that a change is necessary to regain our momentum", per NBA.com's David Aldridge .

Tampa Bay Lightning Eastern Conference Finals single-game tickets on sale Monday

May 08, 2018

On the heels of his licking antics, everyone was ready to pile on . Speaking of Cassidy, as great as he was in first full season behind the Bruins' bench, I do think he was outcoached in this series . Instead, they finished just one point behind Tampa for the best record in the eastern conference and they were hampered by injuries yet again to key players, including young defenseman Brandon Carlo, who was injured and lost for the playoffs just before they started and the B's were ...

Andres Iniesta's move to China's Chongqing Lifan in doubt

May 08, 2018

In a statement on Chinese social media service Weibo , the club's president, Jiang Lizhang , said that while they had an "in-depth cooperation" with Iniesta for marketing purposes, that did not mean Iniesta would play for the club. In this week's Revista, Terry Gibson takes a look at Andres Iniesta's masterclass for Barcelona against Sevilla in the Copa del Rey final on Saturday.

LeBron James' secret skill that makes him so good revealed by expert

May 08, 2018

Despite being officially retired, Kobe Bryant was often seen interacting with active National Basketball Association players, and at times, giving analysis about certain games or superstars. Also, his lack of a three-point shot is glaring, as he hasn't attempted a single shot from beyond the arc during these playoffs, going 0-for-11 in threes during the entire regular season.

Williams fulfils naked ambition to claim third snooker world title

May 08, 2018

Scooping the Crucible crown, 15 years after his last triumph, at the age of 43 ensured Williams became the oldest victor of the tournament since fellow countryman Ray Reardon, who was 45 when victorious in 1978. "He is a great champion". Showing nerves of steel Higgins nicked the frame with a break of 82. A clearance of 65 from Higgins in the 33rd frame brought the deficit back to one but Williams kept cool to seal victory.

Packers GM expects Aaron Rodgers to sign contract extension soon

May 08, 2018

And Mel Kiper Jr. did give them the best 2018 draft grade in the NFL. It's safe to say that while Green Bay wasn't very bad rushing the passer last season, things could definitely improve in 2018. Martini collected career highs in starts (seven), tackles (75), solo tackles (39) and forced fumbles (two) last season at Notre Dame . Wilkerson hasn't seen the same kind of production that he used to in recent years, as he bottomed out with just three and a half sacks last season.

Tottenham to miss out on Anthony Martial because of Chelsea swap deal

May 08, 2018

And according to Italian media outlet Tuttosport , the 55-year-old has grown exasperated with the winger, reportedly subject to interest from Juventus , Bayern Munich, Chelsea and Barcelona , and will allow him to find a new club in the summer.

Florida man reportedly confesses to trying to burn sex offenders alive

May 08, 2018

Two more people said he rammed their auto and thew gasoline into the vehicle. Porto-Sierra is accused of breaking the window of a motel to pour gasoline inside, and witnesses said he always took a lighter with him. When officers asked Porto-Sierra why he hadn't acted on his threats, he told them: 'You got here too soon'. Even though this occurred in March and included confessions and explanations from Porto-Sierra, Osceola County police officially charged him on Thursday.

New York Knicks name David Fizdale new coach

May 08, 2018

It is a singular job that has maintained its prestige despite almost two decades of brutal oafishness for the organization that employs him. They plan to introduce him at a news conference Tuesday. Fizdale went 50-51 with the Grizzlies, leading them to the postseason in his only full season before getting fired early a year ago after clashing with star Marc Gasol.

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