Day: January 18, 2017

Cloud of steroids hovers above Hall of Fame voting (Sports Betting News)Cloud of steroids hovers above Hall of Fame voting (Sports Betting News)

January 18, 2017January 18, 2017| 16:22

FILE - In this June 29, 2013, file photo, former Montreal Expos player Tim Raines poses for a photograph prior to the induction ceremony for the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame in St. Mary's, Ontario. Raines and Jeff Bagwell are likely to be voted into baseball's Hall of Fame on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2017, when Trevor Hoffman and Ivan Rodriguez also could gain the honor. (Dave Chidley/The Canadian Press via AP, File)

The cloud of steroids hovers above Hall of Fame voting, much as it shrouded baseball in the 1990s and early 2000s. Tim Raines, in his 10th and final year of eligibility, appears likely to gain election along with Jeff Bagwell when the Baseball Writers’ Association of America voting is announced Wednesday night. Ivan Rodriguez, eligible for the first time, and Trevor Hoffman also could make it.

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Striking balance to test top players in golf difficult: Adam Scott (Sports Betting News)Striking balance to test top players in golf difficult: Adam Scott (Sports Betting News)

January 18, 2017January 18, 2017| 15:17

Team USA vice-captain Tiger Woods talk at the 13th green during the practice round for the Ryder Cup at Hazeltine National Golf Club in Chaska, Minnesota, September 28, 2016. Mandatory Credit: Michael Madrid-USA TODAY Sports/File photo

By John O’Brien SINGAPORE (Officialsportsbetting.com) – Golf has come a long way since Tiger Woods changed the nature of the sport following his maiden major triumph 20 years ago – courses are longer, players are fitter and equipment is advancing as quickly as technology will allow. When Woods won the 1997 U.S. Masters with a staggering 18-under total it appeared no course could withstand the best in the game. Players admit that while the weather is one of the major factors in determining the outcome of a tournament, courses do not have to be outrageously long to offer up any sort of resistance to the current crop of top professionals.

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Soundtrack to golf: Music played on range at Abu Dhabi event (Sports Betting News)Soundtrack to golf: Music played on range at Abu Dhabi event (Sports Betting News)

January 18, 2017January 18, 2017| 13:22

Looking relaxed in his black shorts and ankle-length socks, Thongchai Jaidee took aim at the range and hit a shot into the cloudless sky to the backdrop of ”The Zephyr Song” by the Red Hot Chili Peppers. In the latest move to make golf more entertaining and fun for both players and spectators, music is being played on the range throughout the week at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship. ”We’re in the entertainment business,” European Tour chief executive Keith Pelley told Sports Betting News outside the clubhouse at Abu Dhabi Golf Club on Wednesday.

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Europe announces changes to Ryder Cup qualifying system (Sports Betting News)Europe announces changes to Ryder Cup qualifying system (Sports Betting News)

January 18, 2017January 18, 2017| 7:36

Europe will have four captain’s picks in its team for the 2018 Ryder Cup as part of a revamp of the qualifying system in the wake of the heavy loss to the United States at Hazeltine last year. Among other changes announced by the European Tour on Wednesday, more points will be earned at events in the latter stages of qualifying to ensure there are more in-form players in the team. The changes were approved at a meeting of the European Tour’s tournament committee late Tuesday.

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Leonard’s 34 points rally Spurs past Timberwolves, 122-114 (Sports Betting News)Leonard’s 34 points rally Spurs past Timberwolves, 122-114 (Sports Betting News)

January 18, 2017January 18, 2017| 6:41

San Antonio Spurs forward Kawhi Leonard (2) watches his shot fall through the basket during the second half of the team's NBA basketball game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017, in San Antonio. San Antonio won 122-114. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

After struggling to keep pace with the Minnesota Timberwolves for 24 minutes, San Antonio turned to its defensive stopper and offensive catalyst. Kawhi Leonard has been both for the Spurs all season, showing off his all-around game once again. Leonard had 34 points and San Antonio overcame a strong start by Minnesota for a 122-114 victory Tuesday night.

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Sharp scores twice, Stars hold on for 7-6 win over Rangers (Sports Betting News)Sharp scores twice, Stars hold on for 7-6 win over Rangers (Sports Betting News)

January 18, 2017January 18, 2017| 5:35

Dallas Stars' Patrik Nemeth (15) knocks down New York Rangers' Rick Nash (61) as goalie Antti Niemi (31) watches during the second period of an NHL hockey game Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

The Dallas Stars gave up an early goal for the third straight game. Patrick Sharp scored twice, Jamie Benn and Patrick Eaves had a goal and two assists each and the Stars got a wild 7-6 victory over the New York Rangers on Tuesday night. Dallas fell behind just 27 seconds in as Derek Stepan scored on the Rangers’ first shot.

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