Golden Knights going after global fan baseGolden Knights going after global fan base
The Golden Knights have focused on their fan base within the Las Vegas community, but are also making strides to connect with supporters around the globe.
Day: April 27, 2018
Detroit Lions get F for picking Arkansas’ Frank Ragnow in NFL draftDetroit Lions get F for picking Arkansas’ Frank Ragnow in NFL draft
Free Press sports writer Carlos Monarrez grades the Detroit Lions’ first-round pick: Arkansas center Frank Ragnow. Grade: F. Why: Terrible pick. This is way down the need list, after running back, defensive tackle and edge rusher. And Ohio State’s Billy Price, who went to the Cincinnati Bengals with the next pick, was widely considered a better center. Completely underwhelming and not good value at No. 20. Pro: The Lions do need a center with the departure of Travis Swanson and they’re hoping they can find the next Dominic Raiola, who was a second-round pick. Ragnow is a big guy at 6 feet 5 and 310 pounds, and showed good awareness in picking up defenses. Con: There was no need to draft an interior
Schwarber’s golf shot backs Hendricks in winSchwarber’s golf shot backs Hendricks in win
Kyle Schwarber snapped a scoreless tie in the sixth inning with his seventh home run of the season and provided just enough offense for Cubs starter Kyle Hendricks in a 1-0 victory that snapped the Brewers’ eight-game winning streak Thursday night.
Penguins rally to stun Capitals in Game 1Penguins rally to stun Capitals in Game 1
Down by two goals in the third period, Pittsburgh scored three goals in four minutes to steal the opener of their second-round series in Washington.
J.D.’s big swing, catch carry Red Sox over JaysJ.D.’s big swing, catch carry Red Sox over Jays
When the Red Sox needed a big swing on Thursday night at Rogers Centre, J.D. Martinez provided it. And earlier in the game, when they needed a big catch on a fly ball to deep right, Martinez also came through.
Schwarber goes low for homer against BrewersSchwarber goes low for homer against Brewers
Kyle Schwarber snapped a scoreless tie in the sixth inning Thursday with his seventh home run of the season and his third in his past three games to give the Cubs and starter Kyle Hendricks a 1-0 lead over the Brewers.
Bills trade up to 7th with Bucs, snag QB AllenBills trade up to 7th with Bucs, snag QB Allen
The Buffalo Bills selected quarterback Josh Allen with the No. 7 overall pick in the NFL draft after trading up five spots with Tampa Bay to get the Wyoming star.
Lydia Ko tied for LPGA Tour lead at chilly Lake MercedLydia Ko tied for LPGA Tour lead at chilly Lake Merced
Lydia Ko tied for LPGA Tour lead at chilly Lake Merced
Mayfield pick is boom or bust for BrownsMayfield pick is boom or bust for Browns
The Browns didn’t care about the red flags. They went out and made Oklahoma’s Baker Mayfield their No. 1 pick and franchise quarterback.
Will Browns’ bold Mayfield move bust or buoy?Will Browns’ bold Mayfield move bust or buoy?
The Browns didn’t care about the red flags. They went out and made Oklahoma’s Baker Mayfield their No. 1 pick and franchise quarterback.