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Stars fire Montgomery due to unprofessional conduct

December 10, 2019

The Stars put out a statement announcing the dismissal of Montgomery, 50, as head coach "effective immediately" because of alleged conduct that went against the organization's "core values", Nill said. On Monday, NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said the league would work swiftly to make changes to better deal with personnel conduct issues in the wake of incidents that surfaced in recent weeks.

Manchester City join Chelsea in the race for Nathan Ake

December 10, 2019

Fernandinho has been a mainstay at centre-back this season despite being a midfielder by trade. "There will be times, whether it's January or next summer, we'll look at the opportunity to strengthen because we want to improve". There has inevitably been speculation over who Chelsea might target when the window opens. Therefore, the report states that Chelsea boss Frank Lampard is considering signing the Dutch worldwide and are ready to offer as much as £40 million for the player to the ...

Teenager Hojgaard wins tense playoff to take Mauritius Open title

December 10, 2019

Hojgaard is the youngest player to win a European Tour title since Italy's Matteo Manassero . The 18-year-old Danish, playing alone in his fifth event at the European Circuit, beat fellow rookie Antoine Rozner in par 5 of 572 yards 18 at the Heritage Golf Club.

Unai Emery interested in Everton job after positive talks

December 10, 2019

There is a belief that being Spanish might be considered a disadvantage as Arsenal look to replace fellow Spaniard Unai Emery . AC Milan have also recently sounded out Sousa, with L'Équipe now confirming TMW reporting that Arsenal have placed Sousa on their shortlist to replace the departed Basque tactician.

Megan Rapinoe named Sports Illustrated 2019 Sportsperson of the Year

December 10, 2019

Rapinoe challenged perceptions of her, of female athletes, of all women. Rapinoe and her teammates were busing to their training grounds in the western outskirts of Paris on June 26, in advance of a quarterfinal against France, when Donald Trump fired his Twitter salvo.

FSU officially names Mike Norvell as head coach

December 10, 2019

Norvell declined to answer any questions regarding his future or the Florida State Press conference after No. 16 Memphis beat Cincinnati 29-24 in the league championship at the Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium. This season, the Tigers are 10th in the nation averaging 483.5 yards a game - 196.4 on the ground and 287.1 through the air - before Saturday's championship game.

Russian Federation banned from 2022 FIFA World Cup

December 10, 2019

The ban follows WADA's investigation of mass doping involving Russian athletes, which concluded that officials in Moscow had deleted files linked to positive doping tests in laboratory data that could have helped identify drug cheats, as well as planting fake evidence.

Sea Games: 2019 gold may be my last, says

December 10, 2019

Vietnam collected 153 medals with 43 gold, 48 silver and 62 bronze. Roger's ultimate sacrifice-he rescued surfing rival, Indonesian Arip Nurhidayat, who was in danger of being swallowed by the waves of Mona Lisa Point beach in La Union after his surfer's leash broke-has become the biggest story in the 30th Southeast Asian Games, perhaps even bigger than the athletes' rash of golds in the first six days of competition.

Manchester City's Guardiola sought out Manchester United's Fred following racist abuse

December 10, 2019

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola claims that he can't compete with the likes of Liverpool and the rest of Europe's elite clubs. Nicolas Otamendi gave City an 85th minute lifeline, but United held on to take a huge win and leave City a massive (and surely unsurmountable) 14 points behind Liverpool.

Matt Jones holds off Louis Oosthuizen to claim second Australian Open crown

December 10, 2019

Matt Jones , Aaron Pike and world No 1 novice Takumi Kanaya have secured their locations in The 149th Open after qualifying on the Australian Open . "I have wanted to play it for a very long time so to get in is just incredible, but I also want to do well in it because it is so important to me". It was not going to be that straightforward, however, and Oosthuizen, who had also picked up three birdies on the back nine, triggered a late scare with an eagle three at the last that left Jones ...

Mizzou students have mixed opinions of new football coach

December 10, 2019

Mizzou reached an agreement Sunday afternoon, according to ESPN. The length of the deal is unknown. He will replace Barry Odom , whom Missouri fired after the Tigers lost five of their final six games to finish the season 6-6. Clark, a Mountaineer graduate who has been offensive line coach the past four seasons, will guide App State in its December 21 New Orleans Bowl appearance against UAB.

Dabo Swinney Has Message For Steve Spurrier After ACC Championship

December 10, 2019

The 'Hoos ended the regular season with a 9-4 season. Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) runs against Virginia during the first half of the Atlantic Coast Conference championship NCAA college football game in Charlotte, N.C., Saturday, Dec.

2019-20 College Football Bowl Helmet Schedule

December 10, 2019

Undefeated and owners of a 28-game winning streak. "We're just excited to be in it", said Clemson coach Dabo Swinney, who has spent much of the last month playing up how his team was being disrespected by being relegated to No. 1 LSU and No. 4 Oklahoma. Semifinal games will be played on December 28, and the national championship game will be held on January 13, 2020, at 8 p.m at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans.

Dallas Cowboys end Brett Maher era, sign Kai Forbath

December 10, 2019

After missing three of four field goals over the last two weeks, Kicker Brett Maher has been waived by the Dallas Cowboys . I'll have whatever he's having. Forbath played in one game for the Patriots this season, making his lone attempt from 23 yards, but he was 1 of 2 on extra-point attempts. Maher's release by the Cowboys also comes after the kicker missed a 42-yard field goal against the Bears, making that 10 total misses this season, reports the Dallas Cowboys.

Klopp in competition mood as he confronts translator at media conference

December 10, 2019

It is not that we come here and think we have to dominate Salzburg . 'We are a group which is in the most intense period of our lives and we will try to enjoy it. "How do you defend an exceptional striker?" Klopp said defender Dejan Lovren and midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum are fine after recovering from injuries while Adam Lallana did not make the trip as he recovers from a minor knock.

Cavs Willing To Listen To Trade Offers For Kevin Love

December 10, 2019

Love is an intriguing target for franchises in both conferences, especially in a season in which so many teams believe a key addition could catapult them into championship contention. He's averaging 16.7 points, 10.7 rebounds and 2.8 assists per game this season. The 31-year-old signed a four-year, $120 million extension with Cleveland in July of 2018.

Russian Grand Prix promoters 'confident' race will go ahead despite sporting ban

December 10, 2019

Rusada, the Russian Anti Doping Agency, operated the laboratory at the center of the scandal, which was found in 2015 to be operating a Kremlin-sponsored doping program during the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics , involving tainted samples being swapped for clean ones through a hole in a laboratory wall.

Wisconsin Badgers are headed to the Rose Bowl

December 10, 2019

It's Oregon's eighth Rose Bowl and their sixth meeting with the Badgers. The 106th Rose Bowl will be a rematch between the two teams, who faced off in 2012 in the famous game. The Badgers record in the game is 3-6. OR is coming off a win in the Pac-12 Championship Game, while Wisconsin is coming off a close loss to Ohio State .

Henrik Stenson tames Tiger Woods in his den

December 10, 2019

US Open champion Gary Woodland , who had shared the first round lead on Wednesday, posted a three-under-par 69 to finish the day alone in second place at nine under. He was then pushed down by Woods, Justin Thomas and Rahm in turns. Golf-wise, it was a good solid week. "I wasn't trying to hit the ball anywhere near that flag, I was just trying to take my medicine, try and get up and down for par and move on.

Adam Vinatieri to undergo season-ending knee surgery

December 10, 2019

Coach Frank Reich said team doctors had monitored Vinatieri throughout the season and that it didn't affect Vinatieri's performance at practice. Many more NFL milestones would be added leading up to 2019, and Vinatieri logged yet another when he became the league's all-time leader in field goal attempts - passing Morten Andersen in the process.

Davis scores 50, powers Lakers to 142-125 win over T-Wolves

December 10, 2019

Anthony Davis hit a long floater with 4:39 remaining to reach 50 points for the first time with the Los Angeles Lakers. Davis was 10-for-10 from the line, marking his second game this season in which he was ideal at the line (with a minimum of 10 free throw attempts).

Oklahoma's Jalen Hurts named a 2019 Heisman Trophy Finalist

December 10, 2019

His journey will be celebrated on Saturday night at the Heisman Trophy presentation as a finalist for the most prestigious award in college football , it was just announced moments ago on ESPN. Fields played his freshman season past year at Georgia, but transferred to Ohio State and was granted immediate eligibility by the NCAA to play this season.

Mayfield expects to play through hand injury: 'Mama didn't raise a wuss'

December 10, 2019

Coach Freddie Kitchens earlier said Mayfield would not be limited. But as has been the case throughout this season of great expectations, the Browns couldn't avoid being dragged into more needless distractions. He also took a shot at Cleveland's medical staff, saying Beckham's injury should have been treated differently. He doesn't believe missing Wednesday will have a negative impact on Sunday's game against the 1-11 Bengals.

Club World Cup games moved from Qatar's Education City Stadium

December 10, 2019

But the official opening of the 40,000-seat venue has been delayed until 2020 after Federation Internationale de Football Association failed to complete the relevant test events on time. The stadium is scheduled to host games up to and including the quarter-finals. "I think it's a really nice opportunity for the younger players to face that [the cup tie with Villa]".

Bengals: NFL investigating if Pats filmed sideline

December 10, 2019

The league is looking into whether a scout illegally videotaped the Cincinnati Bengals' sideline. 'I'm aware that there was an incident, ' Taylor said Monday ahead of his team's Week 15 game against the visiting Patriots. As ESPN's Adam Schefter wrote on Twitter, that scout was not filming, but rather, being filmed: "Patriots" advance scout was not filming but being filmed, per a league source.

Chelsea boss Lampard declares Rudiger ready for Lille

December 10, 2019

Chelsea can book a place in the last 16 of the competition with victory at Stamford Bridge, while a draw will be enough if Valencia lose to Ajax in the other Group H fixture. "We'll see how we start on Tuesday, I have no idea about that now". Lampard admitted it is "potentially difficult" for Rudiger to return. However, Lampard is not concerned by his side's form and is glad to have a chance to make an instant response against Lille.

Stephen Strasburg, Nats reach record $245M US, 7-year deal

December 09, 2019

That would break the record for the highest AAV on a pitcher's contract, a mark that is now held by Zack Greinke . According to the report , the 29-year-old could receive an eight-year contract that would mark the first time in almost 20 years that a pitcher received a contract of that length.

Ljungberg defends fallen Arsenal boss

December 09, 2019

The Arsenal caretaker manager will be targeting his first Premier League victory when the Gunners host Brighton and Hove Albion at The Emirates on Thursday night. "We are going to have a little chat about things, how he feels because he is an important football player". The Gunners are now on an eight-game winless streak in all competitions, and Ljungberg has been put in charge of the club on an interim basis after Unai Emery was sacked last Friday.

Tom Brady channels 2014 Patriots in Instagram post after loss to Chiefs

December 09, 2019

The Chiefs (9-4) scored 23 consecutive points after the Patriots scored a touchdown on their opening stage - Tom Brady found Julian Edelman on a flea flea for 37 yards - but then let the home team return late in the game. Breeland made a play on the ball, swiping it over Edelman's shoulder. It'll be a particularly telling week for the AFC East, where the New England Patriots might actually have a real challenger for the division crown for the first time in what seems like forever - and ...

Celtics’ Gordon Hayward on potential return vs. Cavs: ‘Tomorrow is a possibility’

December 09, 2019

As one should expect, coach Brad Stevens was more cautious but said Hayward will be back "sooner than later". "It's definitely something I'm still guarding", he said. Doctors put a plate in his left hand with screws to stabilize the bone - a procedure that Hayward said made his left hand "probably stronger than my right hand", in addition to saying that the bone has fully healed.

Dillian Whyte in the clear as UKAD drops doping charge

December 09, 2019

That came after it was reported the 31-year-old had tested positive for a banned substance before the bout, in a test administered by UKAD. Whyte will fight Polish heavyweight Mariusz Wach tonight. Whyte's status as mandatory challenger for defeating Rivas had been suspended by the WBC, but the governing body has suggested he could receive a guaranteed WBC title shot by February 2021, if the situation was resolved.

SAG 2019: Team dismissed for 8 runs, 10 players out for duck

December 09, 2019

On Thursday, Maldives were bowled out for six when they faced Bangladesh in a group-stage fixture, however this did not constitute as an official WT20I match for the recordbooks. However, the first half ended 1-1 as Nepal's Abhisek Rijal scored equalizer goal in the 42nd minute utilizing the cross by Ananta Tamang from the defense line.

Sheffield Shield match called off at Australia’s MCG due to risky pitch

December 09, 2019

However, by then, the batsmen had already taken a series of body blows, which prompted the umpires, along with the players, to have a chat with head groundsman, Matt Page. Shaun Marsh was struck on the body "four or five times" in his 57-ball innings before match referee Bob Parry finally put a stop to Saturday's unsafe Sheffield Shield match at the MCG .

Sexton injury means Leinster's crushing win at Northampton comes at a cost

December 09, 2019

But the hosts then had their purple patch, and Ahsee Tuala scored their only try of the day. It was much of the same from Leinster in the second period but they put the game to bed rather quickly. Leinster were not to be denied however and, after several surges, Rhys Ruddock forced his way over. Hello and welcome to live text commentary of this third round, pool one game between Northampton Saints and Leinster from Franklin's Gardens.

Baker Mayfield says Odell Beckham Jr.'s injury 'wasn't handled right'

December 09, 2019

Jay Glazer of FOX Sports reported on Sunday that Beckham has spoken with players and coaches on other teams before and during Browns games this year and encouraged them to try trading for him during the offseason. I replay: "Kids, I'll let you know when he does something". Injuries and a bad season has Odell wanting a change of scenery mere months after he was traded by the Giants.

Russian Federation handed four-year ban from all major sporting events by WADA

December 09, 2019

WADA's executive committee took the decision after it concluded that Moscow had tampered with laboratory data by planting fake evidence and deleting files linked to positive doping tests that could have helped identify drug cheats. Russian Federation have been slapped with a four-year ban from taking part in major sporting competitions after further evidence of tampering with doping data was found.

76ers beat Cavs as Simmons scores career high 34

December 09, 2019

After shocking the world last month with his first , the Philadelphia 76ers point guard used the opportunity of a total rout of the Cleveland Cavaliers to show it wasn't a fluke. I have described Ben Simmons' offensive development plan this season as a two-front war of sorts, in part because the areas of concentration are somewhat at odds with each other.

Deontay Wilder blasts 'hesitant' Anthony Joshua, dismisses unification talk

December 09, 2019

Since then, Ruiz's weight ballooned from 268 to 283.7 pounds ahead of this weekend's matchup while Joshua hit the gym, specifically focusing on his technique, reportedly per the advice of former heavyweight champ Wladimir Klitschko. like, what the f-?" Defending his own work, Robles added: "I don't think I lost the connection with my fighter, I just think it's more him, it's more the individual".

Buzzer-beating Thunder top Timberwolves in OT

December 09, 2019

You can hear Paul over the broadcast yelling "his jersey's untucked, that's a delay of game". A Hail Mary pass from Steven Adams to Dennis Schroeder connected and despite a lot of contact between him and Jeff Teague , there was no call and Schroeder hit a floater before time expired.

Maple Leafs place Johnsson on LTIR, recall 3 from Marlies

December 09, 2019

Louis Blues . "I saw a little bit of him in training camp, played with him on the same team", Matthews said. David Perron and Ivan Barbashev scored a goal for St. "I had full confidence it was going to fall in for him". Hyman scored shorthanded on a 2-on-0 breakaway to make it 3-1 at 9:12, and Spezza's power-play goal at 12:57 extended the lead to 4-1 and chased Binnington.

Klopp reveals Keita talks over Liverpool role

December 09, 2019

Liverpool on the other hand have been relentless having won 15 games and drawn just once. The former Everton striker certainly helped provoke a reaction from a previously underperforming squad, as goals from Richarlison and a double from Dominic Calvert-Lewin gave the Blues a surprising 3-1 win at home to Chelsea .

Doc Rivers On Clippers Offense: 'It's Fool's Gold'

December 09, 2019

Compare odds and from multiple different online sportsbooks and shop for the best lines at our new NBA Odds & Betting Page . Milwaukee had a 53-48 rebounding advantage and a convincing 58-38 advantage on points in the paint. The Clippers' bench leads the National Basketball Association in minutes (112.4), points (53.9), rebounds (22.3) and field goals (19.8) per game. Khris Middleton added 17 points, eight rebounds, and five assists, while Eric Bledsoe finished with 13 points, six rebounds, ...

Grades from the Toronto Raptors disappointing loss to the Houston Rockets

December 09, 2019

It wasn't great but it was pretty good. 'If we would have scored 11 more points, we'd be geniuses and the defence was the best thing in the world and we'd be Harden-stoppers'. Harden also recorded a season-high five steals. Westbrook then hit a jumper for an eight-point Houston lead with 54.1 seconds left. Harden's second shot came 6:47 into the second quarter when he drove into the paint, got the bucket and the foul.

Coaching job profile: Pluses and minuses of the Fresno State opening

December 09, 2019

Individual accolades in his time at Fresno State included being a two-time finalist for the Eddie Robinson Coach of the Year Award, a 2018 Paul "Bear" Bryant Coach of the Year Award finalist, a 2017 semifinalist for the George Munger College Coach of the Year Award, the 2017 AFCA Region-5 Coach of the Year and 2017 Mountain West Coach of the Year.

Knicks fire David Fizdale after Eastern Conference-worst 4-18 mark

December 09, 2019

They have the worst record in the Eastern Conference after finishing with the worst record in the National Basketball Association last season in Fizdale's first season. Still, team executives expected better results, saying so with an unusual press conference to express their disappointment after a loss to Cleveland on November 10 dropped them to 2-8.

Gophers to face Auburn in Outback Bowl

December 09, 2019

The Gophers will face Auburn in the Outback Bowl on January 1 in Tampa, Fla. "We are excited about returning to the Outback Bowl for the first time in five years to face a very good Minnesota team out of the Big Ten Conference" Malzahn said in a release.

49ers players on suspended Tim Ryan: 'We've got your back'

December 09, 2019

Quarterback Lamar Jackson had three landing passes, however he was held to his lowest speeding complete (41 yards on 10 carries) because the season-opening win over the Miami Dolphins wherein he carried the ball simply 3 times for six yards.

Ahead Of Pats Game, Chiefs' Equipment Accidentally Sent To New Jersey

December 09, 2019

A mishap put the Kansas City Chiefs in danger of forfeiting their huge matchup Sunday against the New England Patriots , but they're expected to avoid that scenario. "The Chiefs did not take the equipment off the plane". Teams are generally in full uniform and warming up and hour before game time . A source also tells ESPN that the missed luggage includes the equipment of 35 players.

Tiger Woods vaults into contention with solid third round

December 08, 2019

The former Masters victor copped a two-stroke penalty after TV cameras caught him making improper swings in a waste bunker during Saturday's third round of the Tiger Woods-hosted event. "I don't have any sympathy for anyone that cheats". Smith did not question Reed's character, only his rules infraction in the Bahamas. "I'm sure if it did get out of hand, I know I would definitely, and everyone on the global team, would tell the crowd to settle down a little bit", he said.

League Cup final: Rangers v Celtic

December 08, 2019

The game appeared to swing back into Rangers' favour just three minutes later when Jeremie Frimpong gave away a penalty and was red-carded following a shove on Morelos. "In his first spell here he did some incredible things and now he's doing it again in his second spell". "We're grateful to have him". "I just go with my gut and see what happens and today it went for me and I was just delighted to make the save".

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