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San Francisco 49ers Take Down Minnesota Vikings, Head To NFC Championship Game

January 13, 2020

San Francisco held Stefanski's offense to just seven first downs and 21 rushing yards. The Niners added 10 to their total in the third and another three in the fourth to completely shut down the Vikings 27-10. Thomas responded by saying that Twitter was his platform and that Doak wasn't in a position to talk because he never played the game - an obviously flawed narrative.

Mookie Betts, Boston Red Sox avoid arbitration with record $27M deal

January 13, 2020

Outfielder Jackie Bradley Jr. and the Boston Red Sox agree to a one-year, $ 11-million contract, a source close to the deal told ESPN . MLB.com reported that the Red Sox also avoided arbitration with OF Jackie Bradley, Jr. The victor is self-service after the 2020 season, Red Sox baseball director Chaim Bloom told Duke Castiglione of SportsCenter 5 this week that the team wanted to keep him on the list.

Brendan Steele moves clear at Sony Open in Hawaii

January 13, 2020

Australian Matt Jones and Americans Ted Potter , Ryan Palmer and Sam Ryder shared second place after all posting rounds of three sub-par 67s. Morikawa said he could have hit his driver better, but he was impressive with his long irons and solid on the greens.

Cubs, Kris Bryant in Agreement on $18.6M Salary for 2019

January 13, 2020

That numbers game effectively delayed his first free-agent year by one season. According to ESPN and MLB Media , the cubs also have an annual deal with shortstop Javier Baez , left fielder Kyle Schwarber ($ 7.01 million) and midfielder Albert Almora Jr .

JMU falls to North Dakota State, 28-20 in Saturday's FCS Championship

January 12, 2020

The Bison are the sixth FCS team to go undefeated en route to a national title. On the final play of the first quarter, Hall scrambled and ran right into middle linebacker Landan Word, who tried to yank him down before Lance suddenly popped up and lunged forward several more yards with the help of his lineman in what looked more like a rugby scrum.

Nadal insists Federers Grand Slam record not on his mind

January 12, 2020

Australia has seen quite some devastating losses emerging from the bushfire that has resulted in the death of 24 people, till date. "So I am here to help in the way, in any way that is possible and I'm sure we will be able to, together with the rest of the players, to help to raise important money for this disaster".

Rahul Dravid turns 47; wishes pour in for `The Wall`

January 12, 2020

Dravid is regarded as one of India's most successful batsmen, especially in the Test arena. He wrote on Twitter that, Happy Birthday Jamie, like you used to bat, it was very hard for the bowler. Popularly known as " The Wall ", Dravid also appeared in 298 first-class matches he played during his illustrious career and notched 23,794 runs including 68 centuries and 117 half-centuries.

Djokovic beats Nadal, levels ATP Cup final

January 12, 2020

Tennis fans witnessed how even against an all-empowering Nadal at the Australian Open final previous year, Djokovic Down Under can be next to unstoppable. "Everything worked for me", he said. I'm really glad to have held my nerve in the end. He broke Nadal's serve in the opening game, which lasted eight minutes and included two requests from the umpire to the crowd to keep quiet during the service motion.

Manchester City fans given five-year bans over Raheem Sterling racist abuse

January 12, 2020

Baldry, of Bradford, told Manchester Magistrates' Court he had been excited and since regretted using the language. He added: " I was shocked and offended and felt sick to my stomach when I heard it". In a statement, Manchester City said the pair had been handed lifetime bans by the club "in line with Manchester City's zero tolerance approach to discrimination".

Barcelona Looking For Striker Following Luis Suarez Injury

January 12, 2020

It will not be his first knee operation. Suarez had been carrying the meniscus problem since past year, with the same issue keeping him out of the Copa del Rey final against Valencia in May 2019. Suarez featured in Barcelona's 3-2 defeat to Atletico Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup semi-final encounter on Thursday. He also has seven assists to his name, the most of any player in Spain's top flight.

Lakers' LeBron James out vs. Thunder with flu-like symptoms

January 12, 2020

Anthony Davis , who missed Friday's win in Dallas because of a bruised buttocks injury suffered earlier in the week versus NY, is considered questionable. First quarter, our guys came out on fire. I was using timeouts to get him rest. Lakers guard Danny Green was also sidelined, with right hip soreness.

Cleveland Browns: Heach coach-GM pairings becoming more clear

January 12, 2020

Dodds, the assistant general manager for the Indianapolis Colts, has 17 years of National Football League experience and is considered a top GM candidate. Kitchens was sacked after just one season and the Browns have been interviewing various possible replacements, including Eagles defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz .

Bruins visit the Islanders after Pastrnak's 3-goal game

January 12, 2020

With a plethora of open ice, the OT power play quartet created several quality chances against a exhausted Islanders' shorthanded unit. Which is to say it is capable, efficient and talented. Mathew Barzal had a goal and an assist for NY (27-12-4). Barzal escaped from David Krejci in the slot, and Josh Bailey found him with a centering pass.

Kelce, Jones questionable for Chiefs playoff game against Texans

January 12, 2020

The line of attack succumbed to seven sacks against a cruel front 7, and they will face a similar threat in the chief's defense. And the start of their professional careers have continued to run side by side, with Mahomes leading the Chiefs to back-to-back AFC West titles and the brink of a Super Bowl appearance last season and Watson guiding the Texans to consecutive playoff appearances for the third time in franchise history.

Wolves linked with a move for Thomas Lemar

January 12, 2020

Both sides have been linked with a slew of attacking players during the winter transfer period and are both reportedly eager to sign Lemar on a short-term basis before evaluating if the World Cup victor merits a permanent deal. Do Tottenham fans have faith in Levy to outwit Abramovich? Even though it's a loan, there are still plenty of costs associated with those in the modern game.

Julian Edelman Arrested For Vandalism After Jumping On Someone's Mercedes

January 12, 2020

According to various reports, Edelman played last season with a knee injury and requires off-season surgery. A law enforcement source told the website that it was "apparent" Edelman had been drinking. Neither the Patriots nor Edelman have commented on the arrest. If Edelman wasn't drinking he probably wouldn't have decided he needed to jump up on the vehicle.

The Whites hope to win the Spanish Super Cup

January 12, 2020

Zinedine Zidane has now helped Isco into rejuvenating and is slowly getting the player back to his best, but the Frenchman may not be able to guarantee the midfielder a place back into his regular starting eleven with Federico Valverde's emergence.

Portugal's Paulo Goncalves dies during Dakar 7th stage

January 12, 2020

Speedy Goncalves, as he was fondly called, had an incredible stint in Dakar having competed for Honda, BMW, Husqvarna as well as Speedbrain. "I spent the rest of the stage thinking about it". On a sombre day in the desert Sainz tightened his grip on the overall vehicle standings with his third stage win of this year's edition. Wadi ad-Dawasir run featured the event's longest timed special at 546 kilometres, yet did not cause any major swings in the battle for overall victory.

Russell Westbrook Debuts OKC "Tribute" Colorway Of The Jordan Why Not? Zer0.3

January 12, 2020

The former MVP is expected to receive a warm reception after spending the first 11 seasons of his career with the Thunder. So when Westbrook first returned to Oklahoma City, there was little doubt about how he would be received by Thunder fans.

Ormsby stays ahead at Hong Kong Open

January 12, 2020

You simply reached be successful and also obtain them", Ormsby stated."I'm clearly playing well. "I haven't had a chance to speak to him yet, I'm sure he's busy down there", said Smyth, who tied for 15 at the Australian PGA Championship in December.

Nadal's Spain face Djokovic's Serbia in ATP Cup decider

January 12, 2020

Tennis fans witnessed how even against an all-empowering Nadal at the Australian Open final past year, Djokovic Down Under can be next to unstoppable. Djokovic then had two breakpoints in the 11th game, which would have given him the chance to serve for the match, but Nadal rallied from 15-40 to hold and it was nearly inevitable that the set finish in a tiebreaker.

Ashley Young could complete Inter Milan move next week

January 12, 2020

Otherwise, Young will leave United as a free agent in the summer when his contract expires. Tuesday and Wednesday are expected to be decisive in the signing of Arturo Vidal, as well as Ashley Young . The Mirror also say that Lazio have made contact with United over Young's current situation. "I'm not too sure we're going to get top four, and I'm not too sure he's still going to be there".

Spain and Serbia remain on collision course Down Under

January 12, 2020

World number two Novak Djokovic had a strong first half of 2019 winning the Australian Open and Wimbledon, but the U.S. hard court season through year end did not meet the Serbian's lofty standards. Still, as was expected, Novak has chose to skip Adelaide after reaching the semi-final at the ATP Cup , playing enough matches in Brisbane and Sydney and opting to skip the next week and train in Melbourne instead.

Pete Dye, best known for designing TPC Sawgrass, dies aged 94

January 12, 2020

Other Indiana courses designed by Dye include: Brickyard Crossing, the two courses at the Eagle Creek Club in Indianapolis , The Fort Golf Course, Harbour Trees and Woodland Country Club. "But in the midst of playing them, you hated his guts". "Pete's influence is far-reaching, leaving a global imprint on both the amateur and professional games", US PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan said in a statement.

Still included in the open batting race: Shikhar Dhawan

January 12, 2020

Invited to bat, India scored 201 for six before crushing Sri Lanka by 78 runs in the third T20 worldwide here on Friday. "How confident we are batting second, we want to be like that batting first as well", Kohli said. "Going forward, I am looking forward to get my job done". To step out or stand and deliver, I do it. But today's one I can tell say that that was the reason.

Vikings S Jayron Kearse downgraded to out vs. 49ers

January 12, 2020

He played zero defensive snaps in Sunday's playoff game against the snaps and just 10 special teams plays. - San Francisco rushed for 187 yards, 40 more than the Vikings had total yards. - The Vikings' 3.3 yards per play on offense were the fewest in a playoff game since 2017. Kirk Cousins had 21 completions. There was little reason for coach Kyle Shanahan to take chances the way his defense completely bottled up talented runner Dalvin Cook .

Pakistan "One Of The Safest Places In The World", Says Chris Gayle

January 12, 2020

Gayle, who is now playing in the Bangladesh Premier League for the Chottogram Challengers, said during a media interaction in Dhaka . The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) officials have stated that while they have no objections to playing the T20 series in Pakistan , playing the two Tests is not possible due to security concerns among the Bangladesh players.

Pliskova wins in Brisbane to fire Australian Open warning

January 12, 2020

World number two Karolina Pliskova will defend her Brisbane International title after edging Naomi Osaka in an epic three-set semi-final at Pat Rafter Arena on Saturday. It went from 0:30 to 40:30, but Pliskova collected, saved the match point and ended Osaka to tie the set. Eighth seeded Keys came from a set and a break down against 2011 champion Petra Kvitova to win 3-6, 6-2, 6-3 in the duel between two of the WTA's biggest hitters in the first semi-final.

Titans take down Super Bowl favourites Ravens in National Football League boilover

January 12, 2020

He completed 11 of 19 passes for 131 yards and one interception. But then the New Orleans Saints, a risky opponent with a quarterback who won the Super Bowl , was beaten by Minnesota, a six, who only had five days to prepare for this game, and it was a mismatch.

Tottenham Offered Chance to Hijack Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes Move

January 12, 2020

LISBON, PORTUGAL - APRIL 27: Bruno Fernandes of Sporting CP reaction after missing a goal opportunity during the Liga NOS match between Sporting CP and Vitoria SC at Estadio Jose Alvalade on April 27, 2019 in Lisbon, Portugal. But the club's top brass remain cautious about the switch, with Sporting notoriously hard to negotiate with. They report that United have him on a list of potential targets although there has never been any contact between the club and the player's ...

The Nashville Predators goalkeeper, Pekka Rinne, scores to secure victory in Chicago

January 12, 2020

In the dying moments of the third period and the Blackhawks' net empty, Rinne rifled the puck up the ice with the hope that it would end up in between the opposing goal posts. Nashville continues its three game road swing Sunday afternoon against Winnipeg. Nick Bonino scored an assistant goal for Nashville, but there were 37 seconds remaining to increase the lead to two goals before Rinne found the open net.

Barcelona make official approach for Xavi to replace Valverde as head coach

January 12, 2020

According to Mirror UK, Barcelona sporting director Eric Abidal and CEO Oscar Grau met with Xavi in Doha after Thursday's Super Cup clash in Saudi Arabia . It is surely a huge risk to give club legend like Xavi a role of the manager at the club but last time when they did it with Pe Guardiola, it turned out to be the most glorious days in the history of Barcelona .

Mays transfers to Tennessee after his father sues Georgia

January 12, 2020

This isn't something you hear about every day: The father of a soon-to-be former Georgia offensive lineman is suing the school for $3.5 million after he allegedly lost his pinkie finger during a mishap with a folding chair at a recruiting event in 2017.

Packers call for 700 volunteers to shovel before playoff game against Seahawks

January 12, 2020

The Packers are going to do everything they can to get their team a win on Sunday as they take on the Seattle Seahawks in their divisional round matchup. Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has been inconsistent throughout the season and has to recover from a lousy performance in Week 17 against Detroit.

Bill Cowher elected to Pro Football Hall of Fame's centennial class

January 12, 2020

Cowher was talking about Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson with Phil Simms when Pro Football Hall of Fame president David Baker came out and surprised Cowher from behind. I've lived a blessed life. I had some great players, some great coaches, the best organization in football. "I just told "V" that I've come to grips, I'm OK if it doesn't happen", Cowher said.

Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen hoping to face 49ers despite ankle injury

January 12, 2020

In the third quarter Sherman picked off Kirk Cousins , setting up the 49ers' offense at the Vikings' 44-yard line. Arik Armstead and Dee Ford also tallied sacks earlier in the contest. The first game on the schedule, however, doesn't have much. A red-clad roar from 49ers fans started after the National Anthem ended and carried over to both teams' opening drives.

Former AZ Prep Baseball Stars Liberatore and Gorman Reunite in Cardinals System

January 12, 2020

Louis sought to acquire third baseman Nolan Arenado from the Colorado Rockies. The left-hander was selected by the Rays in the first round (16th overall) in the 2018 draft. The 24-year-old had a batting average of.344 in the minors for his call-out and batted 6-for-20 with the Cardinals during the regular season. Prospect Matthew Liberatore may have been traded to the St.

Tiger Woods to make 2020 debut at Farmers Insurance Open

January 12, 2020

Woods has won eight times at the San Diego venue, the last in 2013. ". See you soon west coast ". Woods will play the Farmers Insurance Open near San Diego before hosting the Genesis Invitational February 13-16 at Riviera near Los Angeles, where he is the tournament host.

Tottenham In For West Ham Target Gedson Fernandes, Bid Submitted

January 11, 2020

This comes after Football Insider revealed earlier today that hopes of completing the signing of Fernandes this weekend have hit a stumbling block amid fears he will join one of their London rivals . Among those being considered is Stoke City midfielder Joe Allen . The Hammers are also considering a move for Genk's Sander Berge. He added: 'You know that we can not play like we normally play when Harry Kane is in the team.

Former Chelsea Boss Wanted Zlatan Ibrahimovic

January 11, 2020

On Saturday manager Stefano Pioli handed the 38-year-old his first start for Milan since 2012 and the former PSG striker repaid his manager's faith by scoring the second goal of the game. With the Italy worldwide off his line, Cagliari's Uruguayan midfielder Nahitan Nandez hit a lob but Donnarumma raced back to clear. Conte, now in charge of Inter Milan , has revealed he tried to sign Ibrahimovic in 2017, when the striker was recovering from a serious knee injury suffered in United's ...

Lewis Hamilton donates $500K to Australia bushfire relief

January 11, 2020

The Formula 1 world champion pledged $500,000 and says he cannot help but grieve for the defenceless animals that have died in the fires. The recent Australia bushfires have burnt more than 6.3 million hectares of land across the country and 27 people have died with New South Wales and Victoria have been hit the hardest.

Heat’s Butler fined $35K, Pacers’ Warren $25K for National Basketball Association incident

January 11, 2020

Butler was upset after Warren grabbed his arm on a drive to the hoop. On his way out, Butler blew him kisses and should have been tossed as well. Jimmy Butler has never been shy about controversy, but even for him, Wednesday night's antics were an anomaly.

Jessica Pegula stuns fan favourite Caroline Wozniacki in ASB Classic semifinal

January 11, 2020

At the Shenzhen Open, Russian Ekaterina Alexandrova clinched her maiden WTA Tour title with a 6-2 6-4 win over Elena Rybakina in the final. The 38-year-old gave the third-seed little opportunity to get into the match and was just too powerful for Anisimova, who had no answer to the pace, depth and angles of her returns and service game.

Arteta: Arsenal played exactly how I want in Crystal Palace draw

January 11, 2020

When we got to grips with the game we did well. Since his appointment as Arsenal's head coach - if we include the away fixture at Everton Arteta watched from the stands - Arsenal have won two, drawn two and lost one in all competitions.

Hurricanes, Williams tentatively agree to terms on contract

January 11, 2020

Williams, 38, had said in September he was taking a break from the game, but will now be suiting up for his 19th season. "This is the first time in my life that I am not sure of my hockey ambitions", Williams said in a press release. "We're thrilled that he has chose to return to playing, and we're confident that adding him to our group will help us both on and off the ice". Williams has played over 1,200 National Hockey League games with the Hurricanes, Philadelphia Flyers , Los Angeles ...

Lampard calls on Chelsea players to 'stand up' following Pulisic's 'nasty injury'

January 11, 2020

Christian Pulisic missed the last game due to an injury incurred in training and will be out for a few weeks. Apart from the duo, Ruben Loftus-Cheek remains on the sidelines but he is a long-term absentee and may potentially miss the rest of the season as part of the slow recovery process after his Achilles injury.

Inter Ready To Move For Olivier Giroud If Matteo Politano Sold

January 11, 2020

Lampard has remained tight-lipped on the speculation in recent days but speaking ahead of the Premier League clash against Burnley, he has stressed that he has nothing to say on the player's future. Chelsea on the other hand have also been linked with some players this January 2020 after their transfer ban was lifted. Frank Lampard urges Chelsea must quit the rot at Stamford Bridge if they are to keep their possibilities of protecting a top-four spot this period.

Barca Rumors: Top 3 Replacements for Ernesto Valverde

January 11, 2020

In Barcelona commented on the rumors about possible resignation of head coach Ernesto Valverde after the defeat in the semi-final of the Spanish super Cup with " Atletico " 2:3. According to RAC1, they will explore the possibility of appointing Xavi as Barcelona manager. Barcelona has never won the Champions League under Valverde .

Arsenal's Arteta 'not expecting big things' in transfer window

January 11, 2020

His anger to react against the fans cost him his captaincy as former Arsenal manager Unai Emery replaced him with Aubameyang as the captain. " The first message for him was that I wanted to understand how he was feeling, why he was feeling that way ".

Claressa Shields makes boxing history

January 11, 2020

I claim it". So, for her promoter Dmitriy Salita, the fight is very important . The fight was postponed to October 5, but a physical altercation between the fighters' camps broke out during the weigh-in a day earlier, and the bout was again called off.

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