Rob Gronkowski could find himself on another squad in 2018. According to the Boston Sports Journal, which cited an unidentified team source, the Patriots tight end is at risk of being traded as coach Bill Belichick’s aggravation with him seemingly grows. The Warriors stretched the lead in the second quarter. Durant scored on a 3-pointer […]
Month: April 2018
Blackhawks’ Patrick Sharp retires after 15 seasons
Patrick Sharp called it a career in Winnipeg, the city where his hockey journey began. The Chicago Blackhawks forward and Winnipeg native played his last NHL game Saturday night. Sharp got a standing ovation in the third period after the announcer told the crowd the 36-year-old is retiring after 15 NHL seasons, 11 with Chicago […]
NFL changing controversial catch rule
The NFL is reportedly set to change the controversial catch rule that has frustrated fans and players alike. According to the Washington Post, the change will eliminate the requirement that a player maintain control of the football after hitting the ground for the play to be ruled a catch. Al Riveron, the NFL’s Senior Vice […]
Jim Kelly leaves intensive care, on his own two feet
Bills legend and Pro Football Hall of Famer Jim Kelly got some good news Friday, and he took it as you might anticipate. Via Mike Rodak of ESPN.com, Kelly’s doctors are encouraged by his response to surgery to remove cancer from his jaw. Angels: Los Angeles put a starting pitcher on the DL for the […]
Michael Bennett’s lawyer: Case will be exposed as “ludicrous”
The lawyer for Eagles defensive end Michael Bennett says the accusation that he pushed and injured an elderly, disabled woman at last year’s Super Bowl will be exposed in due time as nonsense. “He knows he didn’t do this,” Hardin said. “He’s assuming the system will ultimately conclude that once they get all the information. […]
Rams are done for the moment, to preserve their 2019 comp picks
Few teams have been busier this offseason than the Rams. But after this week’s deal for wide receiver Brandin Cooks, General Manager Les Snead’s left to admit he might be done for a bit, and he’s following the lead of a few teams looking to protect future assets. After trading for cornerbacks Marcus Peters and […]
Jim Kelly leaves ICU as doctor hails ‘solid progess’ in recovery from cancer surgery
Jim Kelly has taken another big step in his recovery from oral cancer surgery, as he has been released from the ICU. Kelly’s wife, Jill, posted the good news on Instagram Thursday. Blessing upon blessing. Last day in the ICU, read the post, which showed Kelly walking. First day in his new room…with a bathroom. […]
Saints re-sign Michael Mauti
The Saints have re-signed linebacker Michael Mauti to a one-year deal, his agent, Mike McCartney, tweeted. Mauti, 28, spent the past three seasons with the Saints. He has played 35 games with four starts for New Orleans, making 42 tackles and a sack. The physical difference in Vander Esch entering the NFL Combine was obvious […]
La’el Collins hopes to stay at right tackle but will do whatever Cowboys ask
La’el Collins wants to stay at right tackle, but it isn’t going to be his decision. Whether he stays or moves back to left guard likely depends on whether new tackle Cameron Fleming or new guard Marcus Martin proves the better fit in the Cowboys’ offensive line. Collins, 24, makes it clear he would prefer […]
Trevone Boykin arrested, charged with aggravated assault
Free-agent quarterback Trevone Boykin was arrested at his home in Mansfield, Texas, on Wednesday and charged with aggravated assault, according to The Associated Press. Boykin’s girlfriend, Shabrika Bailey, said in a recent interview with WFAA-TV in Dallas that he severely beat her, breaking her jaw. Mansfield police were able to review footage of the March […]