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Orioles turn triple play against Tigers

Августа 05, 2017

He gave up two singles and then walked Jim Adduci - who homered in the first - to load the bases. The two have done exactly what they were brought in to do. NOTES: LF Trey Mancini sat out due to a sore left kneecap. "You keep waiting for him", Baltimore manager Buck Showalter said. The Orioles cannot put Tillman on the disabled list because he says that his shoulder is sound.

Conte admits he needs Victor Moses' replacement

Августа 05, 2017

Another challenge has been transfers. Alongside Hazard , new signing Tiemoue Bakayoko is set to miss the Community Shield match as well as Victor Moses - who will also miss Chelsea's trip to Burnley. "I think that Kenedy last season didn't play before he went on loan and played 20 minutes with Watford , when he went back with Chelsea he played only one game and part of the game in the Carling Cup".

Adam Gase Says Matt Moore Is Dolphins' Starting Quarterback 'Right Now'

Августа 05, 2017

Moore throws a far better deep ball than Tannehill , which, if he is the starter to begin the regular season, could add to the Dolphins playbook. Cutler past year was injury riddled much of the season - he had hand and a labrum injury - and threw four touchdowns and five interceptions in five games.

Andy Murray and Marin Cilic Withdraw From Rogers Cup

Августа 05, 2017

Cilic announced Thursday (Friday, Manila time) that "until the very last moment I was hoping that improvement concerning my injury will be good enough, but I am forced to withdraw". Federer is playing in Montreal but his Swiss compatriot Stan Wawrinka withdrew Wednesday with a knee injury. The men's event of the Rogers Cup will be held in Montreal from August 4 to 13 while the women's event is slated to take place in Toronto from August 5 to 13.

Crusaders beat 14-man Lions for eight Super title

Августа 05, 2017

The Lions were second best in a Super Rugby final for a second consecutive year, as they lost 17 -25 to the Crusaders at a sold out Ellis Park Stadium on Saturday. The home side boldly turned down another shot at three points soon after, opting instead to kick for touch. Smith ran into Havili, while the full-back was in the air trying to catch the ball.

Burnley friendly v Hannover abandoned after crowd trouble

Августа 05, 2017

Burnley were a goal to the good at half-time in the Premier League side's final pre-season friendly before the beginning of the new season. Dyche said: "I don't know any more than you at the minute but it was on police advice". Prior to kick-off, Burnley and Padiham Police posted a message on Facebook which said: "Welcome to Hannover 96 fans in Burnley today". Riot police were called in to intervene as the opposing fans of the two clubs clashed within the stadium.

Mario Lemina to join Southampton

Августа 05, 2017

It is understood that Serie A giants Juventus are willing to sell the Gabon global this summer for a fee of around £18million. Since the end of last season, Lemina has been linked with several sides in the Premier League, with Arsenal , Everton , Watford and West Ham United all being said to have an eye on the Gabon global.

Anas, Dutee and Swapna disappoint in World Athletics Championships

Августа 05, 2017

Dutee's performance on Saturday was a far cry from her showing at the Asain Athletics Championships in Bhubaneshwar earlier this month where she took the bronze in 11.52. Only three from each heat and six best fourth-place finishers will qualify for the semi-final. However, in 2017, he has emerged stronger and has won the Asian Athletics Gold in the event, shortly after he broke the national record with a personal best of 45.32, which sealed the world meet berth.

Conor McGregor sparring partner Paulie Malignaggi quits, describes preparations as a circus

Августа 05, 2017

Malignaggi insists he was pushed, and wants video of the session to be released to show what he says is the full story. The four-part Emmy Award-winning series immerses fans in the lives and training camps of two polarizing champions, following their preparation for a fight that has captured the world's attention.

Borussia Dortmund winger Ousmane Dembele flattered by Barcelona interest

Августа 05, 2017

The 20-year-old only moved to Germany from Stade Rennes for £13.5m last year, but is expected to cost Barca around £100m, according to Mail Online . The north London side have only made two signings so far this summer, having wrapped up deals for Sead Kolasinac and Alexandre Lacazette. However the French manager might be over-ambitious in his pursuit of Dembele.

WW Grainger, Inc. (NYSE:GWW) Position Increased by LS Investment Advisors LLC

Августа 05, 2017

Fiduciary Trust Company decreased its stake in Grainger W W Inc ( GWW ) by 14.27% based on its latest 2016Q4 regulatory filing with the SEC. The stock decreased 0.32% or $0.55 during the last trading session, reaching $169.47. Brown Ltd Liability holds 0.01% or 2,500 shares. Shares of W.W. Grainger, Inc. Farmers & Merchants Investments accumulated 10,298 shares. Sei Investments Communication has 16,923 shares for 0.02% of their portfolio.

UFC Fight Night 114: Pettis vs. Moreno Results

Августа 05, 2017

ET, Switzerland's Frederico Gutzwiller (2-2) meets Georgia's Akaki Khorava (1-2), Lithuania's Oleg Lichkovaka (4-1) takes on Sweden's Binh Son Le (5-2), Ukraine's Boris Polezhay (16-6) faces Finland's Toni Valtonen (27-15), American Moses Murrietta (5-0) takes on fellow undefeated Russian Ruslan Shamilov (2-0) and Frenchman Arnaud Kherfallah (3-1) clashes with Finnish fan favorite Patrik Pietila (8-4).

Titans WR Corey Davis out a week or longer with hamstring injury

Августа 05, 2017

Titans head coach Mike Mularkey has already ruled out Davis for Tennessee's preseason opener against the New York Jets next Saturday. As one would expect, Davis did not take the injury too well. " I got real emotional about it (when it first happened ). I am a competitor, and I want to be out there and practice and play", Davis said Friday night.

DeAndre Hopkins thinks Tom Savage should be Texans' starting quarterback

Августа 05, 2017

Savage, 27, has started just two games (1-1) since joining the franchise as a fourth-round draft selection in 2014 and has yet to throw a regular season touchdown. "He does everything well". Hopkins fully endorsed Savage for the position and didn't seem to have any hesitation in doing so. He remains one of the best in the league, despite all of the adverse playing conditions he has had to endure.

Riyad Mahrez keen to finalise move from Leicester this month

Августа 05, 2017

The Standard reported last month that Tottenham were monitoring his situation but Mauricio Pochettino was unwilling to stump up the £50 million needed to sign him. "I know Roma came in, but nothing was accepted so there is little I can do", Mahrez told Sky Sports News . " There is nothing to do at the moment, Roma are a big club and I'd like to talk with them ".

Andreas Pereira sends Jose Mourinho a message ahead of next season

Августа 05, 2017

But the Reds boss, speaking after his side beat Sampdoria 2-1 in Dublin in a pre-season friendly, is concerned how the staggering figure will affect future transfers. In an already inflated transfer market, all the eye-watering finances involved in the Neymar from Barcelona to PSG deal does is make it all the more hard for clubs to attain their primary targets.

Chelsea interested in signing one of four midfielders

Августа 05, 2017

But he's apparently unwilling to stop there as he gears up for the Blues' return to Champions League action this September. With news that Chelsea are interested in Danny Drinkwater comes an alleged Leicester interest in a new central midfielder.

PGA Championship 2017 pairings: Major winners Spieth, Garcia, Koepka together

Августа 05, 2017

There's five major championships split between that trio alone, and Spieth is looking to become the youngest ever to win the Grand Slam - if he can get past Garcia, Koepka and the rest of the field this week in North Carolina. McIlroy, Fowler and Rahm are sure to attract plenty of attention when they tee off at 1:35pm ET at Quail Hollow on Thursday. World number one Dustin Johnson will be joined by Henrik Stenson and Jason Day in another high-profile threesome, while defending champion ...

Antonio Conte faces injury crisis ahead of Arsenal clash

Августа 05, 2017

Conte's angst was clear when he was pressed on the transfer situation during a media briefing on Friday. The Mirror report he said : "I think that Kenedy last season didn't play before he went on loan and played 20 minutes, when he went back with Chelsea he played only one game in the Carling Cup".

Jose Mourinho Asks Ed Woodward For One More Signing

Августа 05, 2017

It's always their aim. "Bringing certain players in with a certain quality, it's always been like that at United as well". You're going to be looking for that as a club. "I'll be happier if they give me four of four but they did a great effort". Perhaps with the last signing wrapped up, the Portuguese tactician will focus on selling some of his players with the squad a little overstocked in some areas such as centre-backs.

Guingamp welcome Neymar to PSG, but fear his Ligue 1 debut

Августа 05, 2017

And Neymar, now the world's most expensive footballer following his £200.6million switch from the Nou Camp, is keen to get going. The LFP supports Paris Saint-Germain and wishes Neymar to join Ligue 1 . Luis Suarez posted on Instagram alongside a picture of the two hugging. "That's all the information we are giving out at this moment". "The LFP is surprised and does not understand the refusal of La Liga to simply accept the payment of the release clause for the player Neymar", read the ...

Pujara, Harmanpreet recommended for Arjuna Award

Августа 05, 2017

Jhajharia has won gold medals in two consecutive Paralympics. The 36-year-old had also finished at the top of the podium at the 2004 Athens Games in the men's javlin F 44/46 category. That innings made Harmanpreet the record holder for the highest individual score for India at the women's World Cup. Pujara, 30, passed 4000 runs on Thursday, the opening day of the second Test against Sri Lanka at the SSC in Colombo.

Boxer Amir Khan accuses wife of cheating

Августа 05, 2017

Things took an ugly turn after the boxer who married Makhdoom in 2013 accused her of cheating on him with a fellow boxer and British counter-part Anthony Joshua. And I'm called a gold digger? But I'm not the one who been in the papers for cheating. Having realised what her estranged husband was doing, Faryal backtracked on her initial claims of a hack and joined in exchanging verbal accusations with him via her Twitter account.

South African Government give nation's 2023 Rugby World Cup bid financial boost

Августа 05, 2017

In May, the EPG report confirmed SA Rugby was meeting the targets, and the suspension was lifted. SA will be bidding against France and Ireland and will be arguing that it can offer an event at a third of the price of its rivals. He said the pitches will be taken out and new ones will be put in for the event. However, in an effort to help Ireland's bid in the official presentation at the end of September, Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has announced that he will travel alongside Brian ...

'Powerful' Pogba tipped by Irwin to inspire Man Utd title challenge

Августа 05, 2017

His £89 million deal has now been blown out of the water by Neymar's switch from Barcelona to Paris Saint-Germain , and the 24-year-old has a year of experience back at United under his belt. When asked if he thought the system could at United, Matic replied: "Why not?" "Last season there was an over-reliance on Zlatan [Ibrahimovic]". "There's great competition in the squad now, there's a good mixture of midfielders and attackers and I think that the club will be close to challenging this ...

Four-star 2018 OL Frederick Scruggs commits to Penn State football

Августа 05, 2017

Being from Pennsylvania, he attracted plenty of attention from the Big Ten during the recruiting process, including some from the likes of Ohio State and Michigan State before picking Penn State. Bill Greene of Scout noted Scruggs can also play defensive tackle, and that versatility will help him challenge for a spot on Penn State's depth chart as soon as his freshman season.

Wallabies name squad to battle All Blacks

Августа 05, 2017

The fourth new back is Reds' outside back Izaia Perese. Rona crossed over from the NRL while Meakes served his apprenticeship in English club rugby before both joined the Force, where they developed a strong combination. Brumbies captain Sam Carter was the main omission, but there were recalls for World Cup final starting locks Rob Simmons and Kane Douglas, neither of whom made the June Tests' squad.

Inter Milan offer Man Utd target Ivan Perisic bumper new deal

Августа 05, 2017

It had appeared just weeks ago that Inter could lose two wingers in the shape of Candreva, to Chelsea , and Ivan Perisic , to Manchester United . After completing the signings of Romelu Lukaku , Nemanja Matic and Victor Lindelof , United fans will be wondering if their summer spending is already over.

Wenger set to be given Lemar tempter

Августа 05, 2017

Arsene Wenger has said on a number of occasions that Sanchez will be staying this season, amid ongoing speculation of suitors home and overseas, though Arsenal then risk losing him for free next summer. According to Lipton, Ligue 1 champions Monaco are prepared to offer the Chile worldwide a tax-free wage of around £300,000 per week to move to the Stade Louis II.

Antonio Conte: "Hazard is not for sale"

Августа 05, 2017

Making matters worse, Lukaku moved to title rivals Manchester United , while Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has spent over £200 million on new signings. "I repeat what I said in the past, maybe 10 days ago". We have to wait and be patient. "Everyone is trying to do their job". Conte is desperate to add fresh faces to his squad in the last month of the window, but it remains to be seen whether Chelsea are prepared to pay over the odds for the 30-year-old.

Virgil van Dijk: Liverpool and Chelsea target's actions understandable - Dick Advocaat

Августа 05, 2017

It is claimed in the Times' report that the Blues are hoping that Southampton's frosty relationship with Liverpool, Chelsea's main competitor for Van Dijk, will give them the edge in the race to secure his signature. "I would like to bring the boy and to persuade him that he's important for us and the club will not sell him", Pellegrino said yesterday. "This is the reason he is aside from the team".

OU women's soccer ranked No. 16 in coaches preseason poll

Августа 05, 2017

The Huskies were ranked No. 25 (AP) in 2014 and No. 14 (AP) last season. Kansas State will start the season as a top 25 team. The Ducks received more votes than nonconference opponents Nebraska (25) and Wyoming (9). Ohio State is second, Penn State sixth and MI ninth. Delivered to your inbox on Fridays. The Oklahoma women's soccer team is ranked No. 16 in the United Soccer Coaches preseason poll, released on Friday.

Bridgestone Invitational: Jimmy Walker grabs second-round lead

Августа 05, 2017

Rory McIlroy , Zach Johnson and world number three Hideki Matsuyama are all tied at four under in third, while British Open victor Jordan Spieth is a shot further back alongside another five players, including Australia's Jason Day . "It's real important. I mean, it hadn't been a lot of fun this year". The 25-year-old suffered his only blip of the day with a bogey at the 10th, but he quickly regrouped with birdies at Nos.

Mourinho still wants United to sign Perisic

Августа 05, 2017

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has claimed that Neymar 's likely move to Paris Saint-Germain will have ramifications for the transfer market. "I think with Neymar it's going to happen the same, I don't think he's expensive for £200m, I don't think he's expensive, I think he's expensive the fact that now you are going to have more players of £100m and you are going to have more players at £80m and you are going to have more players at £60m".

Pro Football Hall of Fame game to kick off in new stadium

Августа 05, 2017

During the dinner, the Hall of Fame inductees were serenaded by crooner Paul Anka and billionaire Warren Buffett. The Greater Cleveland Sports Commission is also involved in the bidding process. There's no official word on where the 2018 NFL Draft will be held after Philadelphia hosted it this year. Today marks a new beginning for the Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium and a new era for the entire HOF campus as a $700 million transformation is underway to transform the area into what officials ...

Jose Mourinho 'considering Scott McTominay for Man Utd first-team promotion'

Августа 05, 2017

Romelu Lukaku was brought in from Everton, while former Benfica defender Victor Lindelof was signed to add strength to the club's backline. It has to be their aim, to win the league. "I would be happier if they gave me four of four but they did a great effort for me". According to Manchester Evening News , the Portuguese tactician wants to secure one more signing in this transfer window, preferably an attacker.

Former NFL great Jim Plunkett says 'My life sucks' at 69

Августа 05, 2017

In an interview with Elliott Almond of the Bay Area News Group, Plunkett said his "life sucks" and it's "no fun being in this body right now". It's another link in the chain for 1970 Heisman Trophy victor, whose daily regimen of medication is tough to read.

Denver Broncos' Brandon McManus Drills 73-Yard Field Goal During Training Camp

Августа 05, 2017

McManus tweeted video of the kick. It was only practice, but Denver Broncos kicker Brandon McManus nailed 73-yard field goal Friday at training camp in Englewood. That broke a four-way tie at 63 yards, which included another former Bronco, Jason Elam . Elam's kick was successful against the Jacksonville Jaguars at old Mile High Stadium on October 25, 1998.

Alvaro Morata rejected Spurs move because of Harry Kane, claims Mauricio Pochettino

Августа 05, 2017

Criticised for their lack of activity on the transfer market, Spurs could be set for a late rally with reports linking the Premier League to two new reinforcements. There are some concerns for Tottenham , however. And former Manchester United defender Neville believes that the Lilywhites are likely to drop out of the top four next season.

Mourinho: Neymar deal not expensive

Августа 05, 2017

Stam continued, "You're always looking as a manager, Mourinho as well, how last season went and what quality do we need". The 21-year-old was sent out to Granada on loan last season and, in spite of suffering relegation, enjoyed an extremely productive nine months in Spain, making 37 appearances in total.

Kylian Mbappe could be a shrewd signing for Barcelona

Августа 05, 2017

Real Madrid could initiate the sale process soon. The Champions League holders have been linked to the 18-year-old striker who was majestic for the principality club last season, scoring 26 goals and creating a further 14 in his first full season as a full professional.

Mitchell Swepson named in Australia test squad

Августа 05, 2017

With Mitchell Starc unavailable because of the same foot injury that had forced him to return home in March from India, selectors have chose to add more variety in their spinning stocks. Australia squad Steven Smith (capt), David Warner (vice-capt), Ashton Agar, Hilton Cartwright, Pat Cummins, Peter Handscomb, Matthew Wade (wk), Josh Hazlewood, Usman Khawaja, Nathan Lyon, Glenn Maxwell, James Pattinson, Matt Renshaw, Mitchell Swepson.

£50m Arsenal target wants to link up with Wenger this summer

Августа 05, 2017

L'Equipe claim that the midfielder wants a move to Arsene Wenger's side this summer and a deal is not yet off the table as Monaco are looking at bolstering their options on the flanks. Arsenal will assess Sanchez's fitness before deciding whether to throw him in for the Community Shield match against Chelsea on Sunday. Well if the Metro report about us making enquiries to Bayern Munich for Kingsley Coman is true then I would say yes he is, because the two players operate in the same ...

Simona Halep drops out of Citi Open due to heat illness

Августа 05, 2017

Petkovic compared adding an agent, mental coach and physio-therapist to her entourage with musicians making an unusual album. Halep rallied from a set down to prevail 3-6 6-4 6-2 against Mariana Duque-Marino in Washington on Thursday. Another Friday quarter-final will send German fourth seed Julia Goerges against Romanian sixth seed Monica Niculescu , who eliminated compatriot Patricia Maria Tig 6-4, 7-6 (7/2).

Mo Farah wins 10000m gold at World Athletics Championships in London

Августа 05, 2017

Uganda's Joshua Cheptegei was in his wake for silver and Kenya's Paul Tanui third, the winning time of 26 minutes 49.51 seconds just three seconds off Farah's personal best. Main rivals include Ethiopia's season leaders Abadi Hadis and Jemal Yimer, as well as Geoffrey Kamworor who will be part of another Kenyan team effort to unsettle and beat Farah.

Hornets line up Alberto Moreno bid as Liverpool seek £15m

Августа 05, 2017

But the Portuguese is clearly eager to bolster his squad further, with Moreno earmarked to provide competition for Jose Holebas. Nevertheless, it is highly unlikely Moreno will have a regular starting place in the first team considering they have purchased further competition for a place on the left side as well as Milner's excellent displays in the position previous year.

Arsenal want to secure £45 signing before transfer deadline — Sky Sports reporter

Августа 05, 2017

I think he will be here for this season. After their superb season in 2016-17, many predicted the breakup of Monaco's side, as that's proven to be the case. "While Sanchez wants to go to City, Wenger is reluctant to sell him to an English club which is absolutely understandable, unless you're Antonio Conte it seems".

Lynx guard Whalen sidelined with broken hand

Августа 05, 2017

Sylvia Fowles scored 25 points and grabbed 13 rebounds, and Minnesota used a 23-2 fourth quarter to cruise past the Atlanta Dream 69-54 on Thursday night. Maya Moore added 15 points for Minnesota but she was just 4 of 14 from the field. Whalen is a 14-year veteran and is now averaging 8 points, 2.5 rebounds and 4.1 assists per game.

Boston Red Sox v. Chicago White Sox Game Preview

Августа 05, 2017

Two teams that dealt with the Red Sox leading up to the deadline got the distinct impression Dombrowski was not in a position to include any of the Red Sox' top prospects in any deals. This will be Rodriguez's second career game against the White Sox. He'll have to undergo a procedure to put in a metal plate in his jaw and will be out 4-to-6 weeks.

Athletics activate Kendall Graveman from disabled list

Августа 05, 2017

Graveman would return to the starting rotation on April 27, pitching six innings and allowing two runs on six hits in a loss to the Los Angeles Angels. He costs just $6,800 versus the Giants. Gossett was 3-6 with a 5.09 ERA and.281 opponents average; Smith is 0-1 with a 4.13 ERA and batters are hitting.237 against him.

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