Day: February 17, 2017

Ventura toxicology report won’t be released to public (Sports Betting News)Ventura toxicology report won’t be released to public (Sports Betting News)

February 17, 2017February 17, 2017| 15:58

FILE - In this Thursday, Oct. 29, 2015, file photo, Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Yordano Ventura reacts to a question during a news conference before Game 3 of the Major League Baseball World Series against the New York Mets in New York. Ventura and former major leaguer Andy Marte died in separate traffic accidents early Sunday, Jan. 22, 2017, in their native Dominican Republic. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II, File)

The toxicology report on Royals pitcher Yordano Ventura won’t be released to the public following his death last month in a car crash in his native Dominican Republic. Tessie Sanchez, a spokeswoman for the Dominican attorney general’s office, said the toxicology report is not a public document, The Kansas City Star (http://bit.ly/2ldVdLC ) reported Thursday. The findings only will be released to Ventura’s family and attorneys.

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Jets’ Revis charged after fight in Pittsburgh last weekend (Sports Betting News)Jets’ Revis charged after fight in Pittsburgh last weekend (Sports Betting News)

February 17, 2017February 17, 2017| 12:57

In this Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017, photo, New York Jets cornerback Darrelle Revis walks on the field after an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills in East Rutherford, N.J. Revis faces five pending charges, including two counts of aggravated assault, after allegedly being involved in a fight with two men on Sunday, Feb. 12. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)

New York Jets cornerback Darrelle Revis was charged with four first-degree felonies and one misdemeanor after allegedly being involved in a fight with two men last weekend. According to a docket sheet filed Thursday night, the 31-year-old Revis is facing two counts of aggravated assault, along with charges of robbery, conspiracy to commit aggravated assault and terroristic threats – a misdemeanor – after the incident Sunday at 2:43 a.m. Revis’ attorney, Blaine Jones, said in a statement while the charges were still pending that Revis was ”physically assaulted while at that location by a group of at least five people.” He added that the Jets cornerback ”feared for his safety” and sought medical attention, but didn’t offer details about the severity of Revis’ injuries.

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Sarah Jane Smith takes 1-stroke lead at Australian Open (Sports Betting News)Sarah Jane Smith takes 1-stroke lead at Australian Open (Sports Betting News)

February 17, 2017February 17, 2017| 9:32

Sarah Jane Smith drives on the second hole during the third round of the Meijer LPGA Classic golf tournament at Blythefield Country Club, Saturday, July 25, 2015 in Belmont, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)

Sarah Jane Smith shot a 6-under 67 in tough, windy afternoon conditions Friday at Royal Adelaide to take a one-stroke lead after two rounds of the Women’s Australian Open. The Australian had a 36-hole total of 9-under 137. American Lizette Salas shot 70 to move into a four-way tie for second.

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Saunders feels a connection to Palmer everywhere he goes (Sports Betting News)Saunders feels a connection to Palmer everywhere he goes (Sports Betting News)

February 17, 2017February 17, 2017| 8:27

Sam Saunders follows his shot from the rough on the ninth hole during the first round of the Genesis Open golf tournament at Riviera Country Club Thursday, Feb. 16, 2017, in the Pacific Palisades area of Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ryan Kang)

Sam Saunders tried to put his thoughts down on paper, except that it wasn’t working. Instead, he stood behind the podium at St. Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, without notes, just powerful memories. ”I spoke from the heart, as my granddad always did,” Saunders said Thursday as he looked back at the Oct. 4 memorial service for Palmer.

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AP Exclusive: Wolves owner says playoffs priority this year (Sports Betting News)AP Exclusive: Wolves owner says playoffs priority this year (Sports Betting News)

February 17, 2017February 17, 2017| 8:19

The Minnesota Timberwolves enter the All-Star break in 13th place in the muddled Western Conference, seemingly faced with two options. For Wolves owner Glen Taylor, president and coach Tom Thibodeau and GM Scott Layden, there is no debate. ”We’re all of the same mind, to get in, get the experience,” Taylor told Sports Betting News.

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Jets’ Revis charged after fight in Pittsburgh last weekend (Sports Betting News)Jets’ Revis charged after fight in Pittsburgh last weekend (Sports Betting News)

February 17, 2017February 17, 2017| 6:57

In this Sunday, Jan. 1, 2017, photo, New York Jets cornerback Darrelle Revis walks on the field after an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills in East Rutherford, N.J. Revis faces five pending charges, including two counts of aggravated assault, after allegedly being involved in a fight with two men on Sunday, Feb. 12. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)

New York Jets cornerback Darrelle Revis was charged with four first-degree felonies and one misdemeanor after allegedly being involved in a fight with two men last weekend. According to a docket sheet filed Thursday night, the 31-year-old Revis is facing two counts of aggravated assault, along with charges of robbery, conspiracy to commit aggravated assault and terroristic threats – a misdemeanor – after the incident Sunday at 2:43 a.m. Revis’ attorney, Blaine Jones, said in a statement while the charges were still pending that Revis was ”physically assaulted while at that location by a group of at least five people.” He added that the Jets cornerback ”feared for his safety” and sought medical attention, but didn’t offer details about the severity of Revis’ injuries.

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Butler lifts Bulls to 104-103 victory over Celtics (Sports Betting News)Butler lifts Bulls to 104-103 victory over Celtics (Sports Betting News)

February 17, 2017February 17, 2017| 5:54

CHICAGO, IL - FEBRUARY 16: Jimmy Butler #21 of the Chicago Bulls goes for a lay up against the Boston Celtics during the game on February 16, 2017 at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Jeff Haynes/NBAE via Getty Images)

Jimmy Butler and Isaiah Thomas should have plenty to talk about when they see each other in New Orleans this weekend. Butler made two free throws with 0.9 seconds left, sending the Chicago Bulls to a 104-103 victory over Thomas and the Boston Celtics on Thursday night. Butler’s clutch foul shots capped a memorable duel with fellow All-Star Thomas in the NBA’s final game before the break.

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