导出博客文章QUITO, Ecuador -- Ecuador coach Reinaldo Rueda named three young Europe-based players in his 30-man preliminary squad for the World Cup on Wednesday. Adidas... more导出博客文章QUITO, Ecuador -- Ecuador coach Reinaldo Rueda named three young Europe-based players in his 30-man preliminary squad for the World Cup on Wednesday. Adidas Martin Jones Jersey . Midfielders Carlos Gruezo and Renato Ibarra, and defender Christian Ramirez have all made the initial cut. Gruezo plays for Stuttgart, Ramirez is with Fortuna Duesseldorf and Ibarra is with Dutch club Vitesse. "We are living a dream," Ramirez said. Ecuador, which is training in the Netherlands ahead of a friendly against the Dutch side on Saturday, is expected to name its final 23-man squad on May 23. The South American team will be playing in its third World Cup. That achievement was overshadowed by the death of striker Christian Benitez midway through qualifying, and filling the void he left will be the teams biggest challenge in Brazil. The 27-year-old Benitez died of heart failure in Qatar on July 29, only three weeks after joining local team El Jaish. He was Ecuadors star forward with 24 goals in 58... less
导出博客文章OKLAHOMA CITY -- San Antonio fought off Father Time, the league MVP and an injury to its best player to return to the NBA Finals. Ronnie Harrison Jaguars Jersey... more导出博客文章OKLAHOMA CITY -- San Antonio fought off Father Time, the league MVP and an injury to its best player to return to the NBA Finals. Ronnie Harrison Jaguars Jersey . The Spurs beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 112-107 in overtime Saturday night in Game 6 of the Western Conference finals to set up a rematch with the Miami Heat. San Antonio will host Game 1 on Thursday night and will try to avenge last years heartbreaking loss. San Antonio led Miami 3-2 before losing Game 6 in overtime, then dropping Game 7. "People keep talking like we werent close to winning, but we were ready to win last year," Spurs centre Tim Duncan said. "Were happy its the Heat again. Weve got that bad taste in our mouths still." A trio of 30-somethings led the way for the Spurs. Duncan had 19 points and 15 rebounds, Boris Diaw scored 26 points and Manu Ginobili chipped in 15 points and six rebounds for the Spurs. San Antonio pulled this one out despite All-Star point guard Tony Parker missing the entire second... less
导出博客文章LOS ANGELES - Los Angeles police say they are investigating a battery report from a fan who says Chicago Blackhawks goalie Corey Crawford sprayed water in his... more导出博客文章LOS ANGELES - Los Angeles police say they are investigating a battery report from a fan who says Chicago Blackhawks goalie Corey Crawford sprayed water in his face during Game 4 of the Western Conference final against the Kings at Staples Center. Quenton Nelson Colts Jersey . LAPD spokeswoman Rosario Herrera confirmed the investigation for The Associated Press on Wednesday, shortly before the Blackhawks faced the Kings in Game 5 in Chicago. Crawford did not speak with the media after the teams morning skate. "I just heard about it on my way over," coach Joel Quenneville said earlier Wednesday. "First I heard of it. Im not aware of the situation other than what you just said. Im not worried about it right now. Im worrying about the game." Los Angeles had a 3-1 series lead heading into Game 5. The report alleges Crawford used a water bottle to spray the face of the heckling fan, who was thrown out of the arena and later filed the complaint with police. Crawford finished the game on... less
导出博客文章New York, NY (SportsNetwork. Brandon Finnegan Jersey .com) - South Carolina remained the top team in the Associated Press womens college basketball poll. The... more导出博客文章New York, NY (SportsNetwork. Brandon Finnegan Jersey .com) - South Carolina remained the top team in the Associated Press womens college basketball poll. The Gamecocks ascended to the top spot for the first time in the programs history last week, then beat Wisconsin and Syracuse to improve to 5-0. South Carolina received 20 first-place votes, one fewer than last week, and a total of 854 points from a nationwide media panel. Notre Dame kept the second spot and preseason No. 1 Connecticut stayed third. The Fighting Irish earned 13 first-place votes, while the Huskies picked up one. Texas, which also garnered one No. 1 vote, moved up two spots to fourth and is followed by Texas A&M, North Carolina, Louisville, Stanford, Duke and California. North Carolina, which beat Stanford last week, vaulted five places from 11th, while Louisville also rose five spots from 12th after knocking off Western Kentucky. The second 10 consists of Baylor, Nebraska, Kentucky, Tennessee, Maryland, Michigan... less
导出博客文章The Arizona Coyotes hope a new sponsorship agreement with Gila River Casinos will bring in more money for the team and the city of Glendale. Raymond Felton... more导出博客文章The Arizona Coyotes hope a new sponsorship agreement with Gila River Casinos will bring in more money for the team and the city of Glendale. Raymond Felton Jersey . On Wednesday the team announced a nine-year agreement to rename their rink Gila (pronounce hee-lah) River Arena. It was the latest in a line of long-term corporate contracts the Coyotes have entered into to entrench themselves in Arizona. "This is all about the economic viability of this club," co-owner, president and CEO Anthony LeBlanc told a conference call. "This is the most significant deal that we have in our corporate sponsors." As long as this deal is approved Sept. 9 by the Glendale City Council, the building formerly known as Jobing.com Arena will have its new name the next day. LeBlanc, part of the teams Canadian-led ownership group, said the city will receive US$600,000 from the agreement and that he didnt expect approval to be a problem. LeBlanc didnt reveal how much the Coyotes will get from the new... less
导出博客文章LOS ANGELES -- Blake Griffin entered the back half of his 20s with a birthday serenade from the crowd and another dynamic demonstration of why hes only getting... more导出博客文章LOS ANGELES -- Blake Griffin entered the back half of his 20s with a birthday serenade from the crowd and another dynamic demonstration of why hes only getting better with age. Ndamukong Suh Rams Jersey . The Los Angeles Clippers winning streak also gets a whole lot more impressive with every passing week. Griffin had 21 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists on his 25th birthday, and the Clippers beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 102-80 Sunday night for their 11th consecutive victory. The Clippers high-flying forward threw himself a nice little party: Griffin has scored at least 20 points in 26 consecutive games, a mark exceeded only by Kevin Durant this season. "This stretch of games that weve played and weve been successful has been a huge team effort," Griffin said. "Guys have stepped up and really done their part. With our team, I dont think its one guy thats making us go. I genuinely believe its been a total team effort." Yet Griffin is a clear driving force with his rapidly... less
导出博客文章Each week, TSN. Brandon Manning Jersey .ca takes a look at the top storylines in NCAA football and gives you all you need to know heading into Saturdays action... more导出博客文章Each week, TSN. Brandon Manning Jersey .ca takes a look at the top storylines in NCAA football and gives you all you need to know heading into Saturdays action to Win The Day. Clemson hopes Watson can end South Carolina’s recent dominance on TSN3 Both in-state rivals have been ruled out of championship games and South Carolina head coach Steve Spurrier said his team would treat this game as their state championship. If Watson (questionable) cant play, Cole Stoudt will start for Clemson. And why not? The Gamecocks have won five straight games over the Tigers. This year - in what the two schools have named the ‘Palmetto Bowl’ - Clemson hopes to have freshman quarterback Deshaun Watson in the lineup to change their fate. Watson missed three straight games with a knee injury before returning two weeks ago, only to sprain his knee in the second quarter of Clemson’s loss to Georgia State. Watson is considered a phenom, but has only played three full games this season. Though only... less
导出博客文章Heres a video of the final minutes of the game, you can see the joy on Lokomotivs bench around the 9 minute mark Custom Philadelphia Flyers Jerseys . -- ETwaun... more导出博客文章Heres a video of the final minutes of the game, you can see the joy on Lokomotivs bench around the 9 minute mark Custom Philadelphia Flyers Jerseys . -- ETwaun Moore had 14 points in 30 minutes, and the Orlando Magic defeated the Detroit Pistons 87-86 on Sunday night. Sean Couturier Jersey . Each day, TSN.ca provides the latest rumours, reports and speculation from around the NHL beat. The latest from Bob As tweeted by TSN Hockey Insider Bob McKenzie on Monday, the Columbus Blue Jackets need to resolve their offseason plans with forward R.Raymond van Barneveld delivered a rude awakening to Nathan Aspinall, the World Youth Championships runner-up, with a 5-1 win at the Grand Slam of Darts. Bernie Parent Jersey . The legendary Dutchman provided the Wolverhampton crowd with their most enjoyable moments on Saturday afternoon during the tournaments opening session, making short work of the wide-eyed Aspinall.He breezed through the first leg in 11 darts, before his 24-year-old opponent had... less
导出博客文章CHICAGO -- The Chicago Bears were looking to jolt their struggling defence. Devon Kennard Lions Jersey . How does adding Jared Allen sound? The Bears agreed to... more导出博客文章CHICAGO -- The Chicago Bears were looking to jolt their struggling defence. Devon Kennard Lions Jersey . How does adding Jared Allen sound? The Bears agreed to a four-year contract with the five-time Pro Bowl defensive end Wednesday, replacing one accomplished pass rusher with another as they rebuild a defence that ranked among the leagues worst last season. A person with knowledge of the agreement told The Associated Press that Allen will get $15.5 million guaranteed on a deal that could be worth as much as $32 million. The person requested anonymity because the terms have not been announced. Allens deal can be voided down to three years and $24 million, but the first two years of his salary and a roster bonus next March are fully guaranteed. The 31-year-old Allen spent the previous six years with the NFC North rival Minnesota Vikings. He will take over for Julius Peppers, who signed with Green Bay as a free agent after being released by the Bears. Chicagos defence ranked 30th in... less
导出博客文章SAO PAULO, Brazil -- The solid performance by the Williams team in early testing has left Felipe Massa upbeat about the new Formula One season. Julie Ertz Jersey... more导出博客文章SAO PAULO, Brazil -- The solid performance by the Williams team in early testing has left Felipe Massa upbeat about the new Formula One season. Julie Ertz Jersey . The Brazilian driver had the second-best time in last months tests at Jerez and said the "good start" could play to his advantage when the season gets underway in Australia in March. "It always helps to start well, especially now that we have a completely different car, which requires a completely different driving style," Massa said at a news conference on Tuesday. Testing is seen as crucial this year as significant rule changes have been implemented, including a switch to a turbo engine and more sophisticated energy recovery systems. Debuting with Williams after eight years with Ferrari, Massa was clearly looking forward to making a fresh start. "Im really motivated, this is a special moment for me," he said. "I changed to a team that welcomed me with open arms. I needed this change and I think the team needed too."... less
导出博客文章PHILADELPHIA -- Kyle Lowry slept in his own bed, left about 50 tickets for family and friends, then gave his hometown crowd a reason to cheer. Jessie Bates III... more导出博客文章PHILADELPHIA -- Kyle Lowry slept in his own bed, left about 50 tickets for family and friends, then gave his hometown crowd a reason to cheer. Jessie Bates III Jersey . Lowry had 18 points, 13 assists and 10 rebounds for his fourth career triple-double, and DeMar DeRozan scored 34 points to help the Toronto Raptors beat the Philadelphia 76ers 104-95 on Friday night. "As long as its with a win, Im happy to have it," Lowry said. "Ill take the thanks from the team and congratulations from all my teammates. But as long as it came with a win, thats all that really matters." Lowry grabbed his 10th rebound late in the fourth quarter, continuing a string of strong games hes had for the Atlantic Division leaders. Hes a Philadelphia native and played two seasons at Villanova. He didnt get a chance to stop by his old school -- though current and former Wildcats had to be watching. Lowry was nearly flawless in his latest homecoming, and didnt commit his first turnover until there were about 2... less
导出博客文章SANTA CATERINA, Italy - Skiing on a hill he hasnt seen before usually gets Travis Ganong fired up. Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain Liverpool Jersey .Racing the downhill... more导出博客文章SANTA CATERINA, Italy - Skiing on a hill he hasnt seen before usually gets Travis Ganong fired up. Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain Liverpool Jersey .Racing the downhill on a new slope to the mens World Cup circuit certainly brought the best out of the American skier on Sunday.A flawless run on the Deborah Compagnoni course earned Ganong his first World Cup victory, less than six weeks before his home world championship race in Beaver Creek.First World Cup win!!!! Stoked to be able to say that!! Ganong posted on Twitter.I love to take on a new challenge and a new slope, said Ganong, a Squaw Valley, California, native who was just 26th in the only training session Friday. I love the hill, the mountains are huge here and its fun skiing.Its the second downhill win in a row for the U.S. team and the second in Italy after Steven Nymans triumph in Val Gardena last week. The last American back-to-back downhill wins dated from the 2007-08 season when Bode Miller won in Bormio and Wengen.Ganong... less
导出博客文章SEATTLE -- Snubbed from a World Cup camp invite by Nigeria, Obafemi Martins was determined not to sulk about missing out on a trip to Brazil. Blaine Gabbert... more导出博客文章SEATTLE -- Snubbed from a World Cup camp invite by Nigeria, Obafemi Martins was determined not to sulk about missing out on a trip to Brazil. Blaine Gabbert Titans Jersey . Martins said earlier this week his World Cup is the next two months playing for the Seattle Sounders. And it started with his finest goal since joining Major League Soccer. "I just want to score goals," Martins said. "Thats what I did and Im glad." Martins scored in the eighth minute to give the Sounders a 1-0 win over the San Jose Earthquakes on Saturday night as both teams began a possible two-month stretch with some of the top players in the league off competing at the World Cup. Martins goal will be in the discussion for best of the season as the year progresses. His goal came from a shallow angle just 4 yards off the end line. Instead of settling Gonzalo Pinedas pass, Martins chipped the one-hopper with his left foot over San Jose goalkeeper Jon Busch and just inside the far post. It was the fifth goal of the... less
导出博客文章OAKLAND, Calif. Antoine Roussel Jersey . -- Road-weary David Phelps finally pitched well away from home. The New York Yankees scored in bunches without the... more导出博客文章OAKLAND, Calif. Antoine Roussel Jersey . -- Road-weary David Phelps finally pitched well away from home. The New York Yankees scored in bunches without the benefit of a home run. And they beat the ALs best team in a place they had not won in more than two years. Indeed, things are turning around fast out west. Phelps tossed two-hit ball into the seventh inning and two relievers were perfect the rest of the way, leading the Yankees past the AL-best Oakland Athletics 7-0 on Friday night for their fourth straight victory. "Its definitely one of the best starts of my career," said Phelps, who struck out four and walked three in 6 2-3 innings. Phelps (2-4) didnt allow a hit until Derek Norris soft single over the head of third baseman Kelly Johnson with one out in the fifth. Jed Lowries double in the seventh was Oaklands only other hit. Dellin Betances recorded four straight outs, and Jose Ramirez pitched a perfect ninth for New York. Jacoby Ellsbury, Mark Teixeira and... less
导出博客文章CLEVELAND - As the old saying goes, if you play with fire, youre going to get burned. Nabil Bentaleb Jersey . Dwane Casey, who has used the phrase as a... more导出博客文章CLEVELAND - As the old saying goes, if you play with fire, youre going to get burned. Nabil Bentaleb Jersey . Dwane Casey, who has used the phrase as a cautionary tale after lethargic starts of the recent past, came just short of saying I told you so Tuesday evening. His team had been getting away with it, far more often than any team should. Yes, theyre a resilient bunch and that was the case again in Cleveland as they clawed back from a 21-point deficit - even taking a brief fourth-quarter lead - but its been masking the underlying issue. Theyre an open-faced sandwich, missing the top bun. "You cant play in this league that way and expect to come back each and every night," Casey said after Torontos 102-100 loss to the Cavaliers. "Its bit us more than weve won, it feels like." "Until we fix that, among us, among ourselves, then its going to be an uphill battle every night." For the second time in three days, the Raptors trailed by nine after the first quarter, allowing another team... less