Rules aren’t the changes players really wantRules aren’t the changes players really want
MLB and the MLBPA agreed to a number of tweaks in the game, but a larger battle is brewing as the players seek fundamental economic changes.
Day: March 14, 2019
Rule changes are secondary for MLB playersRule changes are secondary for MLB players
MLB and the MLBPA agreed to a number of changes in the game, but the players are more focused on fundamental changes to the sport’s economic model.
McIlroy’s aggressive approach pays off in opening-round bogey-free 67McIlroy’s aggressive approach pays off in opening-round bogey-free 67
March was always going to be a better fit for Rory McIlroy. It’s not as though the Northern Irishman’s record at The Players had been wanting – his resume includes three consecutive top-10 finishes beginning in 2013 – but the over-seeded golf course that players face this year as a result of the event’s shift to March from May are custom made for McIlroy. It’s sort of position and irons off tees and really trying to plot your way around,â€� McIlroy said of the softer TPC Sawgrass.
Patriots acquire DL Michael Bennett in a trade with PhiladelphiaPatriots acquire DL Michael Bennett in a trade with Philadelphia
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – The New England Patriots announced that they have acquired defensive lineman Michael Bennett in a trade with the Philadelphia Eagles. Terms of the trade were not announced. Bennett, 33, is a veteran of 10 NFL seasons with Tampa Bay (2009-12), Seattle (2013-17) and Philadelphia (2018
The Latest: Bills to sign All-Pro return specialist RobertsThe Latest: Bills to sign All-Pro return specialist Roberts
A person familiar with the discussions confirms to Sports Betting News that the Buffalo Bills have agreed to sign return specialist and receiver Andre Roberts. Roberts has eight seasons of NFL experience and earned his first All-Pro honors last season after leading the NFL with 1,174 kickoff return
Fleetwood opens THE PLAYERS 7-underFleetwood opens THE PLAYERS 7-under
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. – Tommy Fleetwood is a big fan of the Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass. “If you like golf, you should like this golf course,â€� Fleetwood said. “It’s just about as fair as you’re going to get a test.â€� The Englishman was rarely challenged on a breezy Thursday, too, as he fired a 65 to set the early pace at THE PLAYERS Championship. When the morning wave was complete Fleetwood owned a one-stroke lead over Brian Harman and Ben An. Rory McIroy – who has finished sixth or better in his last six starts — was alone in fourth after a 67 while Brendan Steele and Rory Sabbatini were another stroke behind. Xander Schauffele, who leads the FedExCup standings, shot a first-round 70. For Fleetwood, it was his fifth straight subpar round on the Stadium Course where he tied for seventh last year. He went out in 30, closing with three straight birdies, and then added another in the 12th hole for the round of 7 under. Fleetwood came to the PGA TOUR’s signature event riding the momentum of a tie for third at the Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by MasterCard. He held a share of the lead at Bay Hill through two rounds but shot a 76 on Saturday and played catch-up after that. On Thursday, the 28-year-old was dialed in tee to green. He hit 10 of 14 fairways and all but two greens in regulation while taking just 26 putts. Fleetwood said keeping the ball in play off the tee was instrumental in his success. “The course feels different then,â€� Fleetwood said. “Like if you’re in the fairway all the time, the course feels very, very different, and it’s a massive key.” “Then I just started picking a few shots up, and then you get on a run like 7, 8, 9, and it feels great after that. Just one of them would feel like a great round, so three of them is — I’ll take it.â€�
Blackhawks deny Maple Leafs’ comeback, hold on for 5-4 winBlackhawks deny Maple Leafs’ comeback, hold on for 5-4 win
Brendan Perlini had a goal and two assists, and the Chicago Blackhawks held off a furious Toronto comeback to beat the Maple Leafs 5-4 on Wednesday night. Brandon Saad had a goal and an assist, and Duncan Keith, Dominik Kahun and Alex DeBrincat also scored as Chicago jumped out to a 5-0 lead before holding
Are red-hot Coyotes heading for the playoffs?Are red-hot Coyotes heading for the playoffs?
They are on a tear, but the smart money is still on them falling short of a postseason berth.
Giants, Buccaneers among options for Markus GoldenGiants, Buccaneers among options for Markus Golden
The Arizona Cardinals appear to be on track to lose free agent pass rusher Markus Golden. Without any reported negotiations about a possible return, Golden has interest from other teams. The two teams considered in the mix are no surprise. According to FanSided’s Matt Verderame, the New York Giants
David Irving Is Receiving Offers From Weed Companies After NFL RetirementDavid Irving Is Receiving Offers From Weed Companies After NFL Retirement
David Irving was suspended indefinitely by the NFL last week after violating their substance abuse policy. Irving is a big fan of smoking weed and despite the league rules against it, he keeps on smoking. In response to the suspension, Irving got fired up on social media, saying that it was ridiculous