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2013 Preakness Results — Oxbow Wins Preakness Stakes; Orb Finishes Fourth

Joe Student — Sat, 18 May 2013 22:46:05 +0000

Oxbow won the 138th running of the Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race Track in Baltimore on Saturday to capture the second leg of horse racing’s Triple Crown. Jockey Gary Stevens rode the 15-1 underdog into the lead early and claimed the win for owner D. Wayne Lukas in 1:57:54 min. on the 1 3/16-mile track. [...]

2013 NBA Playoffs Recap — Memphis Grizzlies, Miami Heat Advance to Conference Finals

Joe Student — Thu, 16 May 2013 05:30:12 +0000

The Memphis Grizzlies advanced to the finals of the Western Conference, and the Miami Heat moved on to the finals of the Eastern Conference. Here's a recap of Wednesday night's action in the NBA:

Memphis Grizzlies 88, Oklahoma City Thunder 84
Zach Randolph had 28 points and 14 rebounds and Mike Conley scored 13 points and dished out 11 assists, as the Memphis Grizzlies upset the Oklahoma City Thunder, 88-84, in Oklahoma City on Wednesday night to win their NBA playoff series in five games

2013 NHL Playoffs — Conference Semifinals Preview

Joe Student — Wed, 15 May 2013 00:36:42 +0000

With an exciting first round of the 2013 NHL playoffs now complete, eight remaining teams will continue their quest for the Stanley Cup in the conference semifinals beginning this week. Here’s a preview of the four NHL playoff series ready to get underway: All series are best-of-seven.* â€” if necessary Eastern Conference (1) Pittsburgh Penguins [...]

Watch the Most Unbelievable 3-Point Shooting Display Ever

Drew Weisholtz — Sat, 11 May 2013 16:49:17 +0000

There are sharp shooters and then there are razor sharp shooters. In a display of 3-point shooting accuracy that makes Stephen Curry look like Helen Keller, Laurie Koehn sank a mind-boggling 132 of 135 triples in a five-minute span. Five minutes! Thatâ€™s longer than the time it took to realize the last â€˜Die Hardâ€™ was [...]

New Dallas Cowboys Uniform Leaked?

Buddy Logan — Wed, 08 May 2013 16:30:59 +0000

While the NFL as confirmed these are merely a fan’s design, and have nothing to do with the NFL, Roger Goodell and the powers that be may want to take a few pointers — these unis are sharp. Click here to scroll through the entire gallery.

Carrie Underwood to Take Faith Hill's Place as the NFL Sunday Night Football Opening Singer [VIDEO]

Alyssa — Wed, 08 May 2013 12:47:22 +0000

It’s sad to see Faith go. No momma looked better singing her heart out and kickin’ off some Sunday Night Football, but the torch must be passed and the NFL announced yesterday that it will be passed off to Carrie Underwood! There are millions of guys across America right now that are NOT upset by [...]

Will LeBron James Be the Best the NBA Has Ever Seen? — Sports Survey of the Day

BJ Ragone — Mon, 06 May 2013 15:14:06 +0000

We know that by asking such a question we are at risking the ridicule of NBA purists, but after LeBron James won his fourth Most Valuable Player award, we’re a bit curious. James’s latest trophy another accomplishment he can add to his already highly impressive résumé. With the honor, James became just the fourth player in NBA history [...]

Sprint Cup Recap — Aaron's 499

Tommy Joe Martins — Mon, 06 May 2013 14:26:32 +0000

The David vs. Goliath metaphor is one we use a lot in sports, but when trying to describe the final results of this week’s Sprint Cup Series race, nothing else seems appropriate. David Ragan won the seven-hour, rain-delayed, Aaron’s 499 Sunday at Talladega Superspeedway after a green-white-checkered dash to the finish. His Front Row Motorsports [...]

Boston Marathon Bombings Survivor Leads Emotional Pregame Pep Rally for Bruins

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 06 May 2013 14:06:45 +0000

Get your goose bumps ready. Jeff Bauman, a survivor of the Boston Marathon bombings who lost both his legs in the attacks, served as honorary flag banner captain during the Bruins playoff game against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday night. He waved a Bruins pennant before the game while on the ice as the [...]

2013 NBA Playoffs Recap: Golden State Beats Denver, 92-88, To Win First-Round Series

Joe Student — Fri, 03 May 2013 05:35:50 +0000

Stephen Curry scored 22 points and Andrew Bogut had 14 points and 21 rebounds, as the Golden State Warriors beat the Denver Nuggets, 92-88, in Game 6 in Oakland on Thursday and won the best-of-seven, first-round NBA playoff series, four games to two. After trailing 42-40 at halftime, Golden State outscored Denver 33-20 in the [...]

University of Oregon Charges $5 Per Person to Watch Cheerleading Tryouts

Wes Glinsmann — Thu, 02 May 2013 13:13:02 +0000

The University of Oregon athletic department is completely underwritten by UO alum and Nike president Phil Knight. It’s not like they’re hurting for money. They still came up with a novel approach to fundraising—allowing the general public to watch Ducks’ cheerleading tryouts for $5 apiece.

2013 NHL Playoffs First Round — Eastern Conference Preview & Schedule

Joe Student — Wed, 01 May 2013 09:56:24 +0000

The first round of the 2013 NHL playoffs starts this week, as 16 teams begin their quest for the Stanley Cup. The Pittsburgh Penguins were the best team in the Eastern Conference, but seven other squads believe they can reach the finals. Here’s a preview of the 2013 NHL playoffs’ first round match-ups in the [...]

2013 NFL Draft Recap: 7 Things You Need to Know About the First Round of the 2013 NFL Draft

GuySpeed Staff — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 13:30:34 +0000

The first round of the 2013 NFL Draft was held on Thursday night at Radio City Music Hall in New York, as NFL teams plucked the best college talent to augment their rosters. The night featured a few surprises and several trades. We’ve gathered up the essential information for you below: The top two picks [...]

Donovan McNabb Talks 2013 NFL Draft & Tony Romo's Contract [INTERVIEW]

Amanda Rykoff — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 18:30:26 +0000

Donovan McNabb hasn’t seen game action on an NFL field since 2011, but he hasn’t lost his competitive edge. The six-time Pro Bowl quarterback was in New York City on Tuesday to participate in the Wild Turkey American Honey Bar-sity Athletics kickball game against a team captained by Olympic swimmer Ryan Lochte. (Spoiler alert: McNabb’s [...]

Ryan Lochte Kicking Balls & Taking Names In Times Square

Amanda Rykoff — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:30:55 +0000

Ryan Lochte doesn’t shy away from competition. The 28-year old who is known as much for his good looks as his swimming ability has 11 Olympic swimming medals, including five golds. But on Tuesday afternoon, the three-time Olympian was in New York City’s Times Square to compete in the Wild Turkey American Honey Bar-sity Athletics [...]

MLB Twins Will Screen 'The Sandlot' on Target Field Jumbotron [VIDEO]

Alyssa — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 13:53:07 +0000

Boy am I wishing I lived in Minnesota now! (Not really.) But this would be pretty sweet to see! I grew up watching this movie, it’s one of my personal favorites, and my entire family even quotes it on a regular basis. How cool would it be to see it on a MLB Jumbotron!? The [...]

Toronto Fans Want to Make the CN Tower the World's Biggest Goal Light

Joe Student — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 18:30:55 +0000

Home to the Hockey Hall of Fame, Toronto is among the greatest hockey cities in the world. Unfortunately for Torontonians, their beloved Maple Leafs have, well, sucked for a long time. This year, however, Toronto is back in the NHL playoffs for the first time since 2004. To help root the Leafs on to victory, [...]

Hear Dale Earnhardt Sr. & Other NASCAR Stars Sing on Their 1985 Country Music Album

Joe Student — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 20:00:40 +0000

NASCAR's roots are in the American South. Before its expansion over the past two decades, the racing circuit was thought of as a regional sport, one with a great deal in common with country music. In 1985, some of the biggest names i

Boston Marathon Bombers: One Suspect Captured; One Dead [UPDATED]

Chris Chaberski — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 22:20:23 +0000

The second suspect in the Boston Marathon bombing has been captured. Dzokhar Tsarnaev was taken into police custody Friday night -- five days after the bombing that left three dead and left more than 100 injured, police said. The 19-year-old was apprehended after a manhunt that began Thursday night with the fatal shooting of an MIT officer and extended into the evening hours on Friday.

Boston Fans Sing National Anthem In Unison Before Bruins' Game

Joe Student — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 13:30:27 +0000

Wednesday night marked the first major sporting event in Boston since Monday’s bombings of the Boston Marathon. Prior to the Boston Bruins’ game against the Buffalo Sabres at TD Bank Garden, the Bruins observed a moment of silence for the victims and survivors of the bombings. The public address announcer then directed fans to singer [...]