Major League Baseball announced a delay to the start of the 2020 regular season on Thursday, becoming the latest professional sports league to take drastic steps in response to the coronavirus pandemic. In a statement, the league announced that the regular season would be delayed by at least two weeks […]
NHL Suspends Season Immediately Due to Coronavirus, Will Weigh Options for Resuming
The NHL announced Thursday that it’s suspending the remainder of the season due to the growing coronavirus pandemic. The NHL joined a number of other leagues that have already suspended their operations, including the NBA, which did so after Rudy Gobert of the Utah Jazz tested positive for COVID-19 on […]
Rob Gronkowski Signs Contract with WWE, Expected to Appear at WrestleMania
Former New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski has signed a contract with World Wrestling Entertainment, according to sources cited by TheWrap.com. Gronkowski had been rumored to be in talks with WWE, with even the wrestling promotion itself floating the idea that his signing was imminent. Gronkowski Dreams of One […]
Legislative Roundup: Virginia, Maryland Pushing Toward Legalized Sports Betting
Two neighboring states appear to be moving toward legalized sports betting, as both Virginia and Maryland lawmakers advanced gaming bills this week. Virginia’s package of two bills already passed through the legislature after lawmakers gave final approval on Sunday. No Sports Betting on Virginia College Teams The package includes one […]
March Madness, Other NCAA Championships to be Held Without Fans Due to Coronavirus
The NCAA announced Wednesday that its championship events, including the men’s and women’s March Madness basketball tournaments, would be held without most fans in attendance going forward due to the coronavirus pandemic. The move came shortly after Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine declared that NCAA tournament games in Dayton and Cleveland […]
Champions League: Liverpool, PSG Need Home Comebacks to Reach Quarterfinals
Liverpool must overcome a one-goal deficit at Anfield against Atletico Madrid if it hopes to move on to the quarterfinals and keep its hopes of a second straight Champions League title alive. Atletico scored the only goal back in Spain, giving it a slight edge heading into the second leg […]
UFC Notebook: Zhang Thrills, Adesanya Does Just Enough to Win in Title Defenses
In what could be an early fight-of-the-year candidate, Zhang Weili outlasted Joanna Jedrzejczyk on Saturday to defend her women’s strawweight title at UFC 248 in Las Vegas. The bout ended in a split decision, with Zhang (21-1) winning 48-47, 48-47, 47-48. Zhang Earns Praise from Jedrejczyk Many close decisions result […]
La Liga Playing Next Two Weeks of Matches in Empty Stadiums, Is Premier League Next?
La Liga officials have announced that teams will play their matches without fans in attendance for at least the next two weeks due to the spread of the coronavirus across Europe. The policy applies to each of the top-two divisions in Spanish soccer and follows similar decisions for Champions League […]
Champions League: Down Three Goals, Valencia Seeks Comeback in Front of Empty Stadium
Spanish side Valencia needs an unlikely comeback to advance to the Champions League quarterfinals, and will need to do so without the support of its home fans. Atalanta leads Valencia 4-1 heading into the second leg of their round of 16 clash. The teams will compete in an empty stadium […]
Italy Suspends All Domestic Sporting Events due to Coronavirus, US Cancels Its First
The cancelation of major sporting events is spreading. On Monday, the Italian national Olympic committee (CONI) announced that all domestic team sporting competitions, at all levels of play in Italy, are suspended until at least April 3 in response to a growing coronavirus outbreak in the country. It’s the most […]
Joey Logano Holds Off Phoenix Challengers in Overtime to Pick Up Second Win of 2020 Season
Joey Logano outpaced Kevin Harvick in an overtime session on Sunday to win the FanShield 500 at Phoenix Raceway. Logano earned his second win in the first four races of the NASCAR Cup Series season, beating Harvick by .276 seconds. Logano Overcomes Mishaps to Claim Victory The victory came despite […]
Man United, Man City Collide in 182nd Manchester Derby on Sunday
There may not be a title on the line, but there’s still plenty at stake as Manchester United and Manchester City meet up on Sunday in the 182nd Manchester derby. City will look to keep the faintest of title chase hopes alive as it looks up at Liverpool, while United […]
Tiger Roll Favored to Win Unprecedented Third Straight Grand National Race
Tiger Roll could make history next month at Aintree, as the Irish-bred horse attempts to win his third straight Grand National. The 10-year-old Tiger Roll currently stands as the 5/1 favorite to win the world’s most prestigious National Hunt race, according to William Hill, after earning the title in both […]
Psyonix Cancels Rocket League World Championship Due to Coronavirus Concerns
Developer Psyonix has canceled the Rocket League Champions Series (RLCS) World Championship, citing the coronavirus outbreak as the reason for its decision. The Curtis Culwell Center, located just outside of Dallas, planned to host the Rocket League World Championship from April 24-26. Alternatives Under Consideration Psyonix announced the decision on […]
UFC 248: Adesanya, Zhang Defend Titles Against Veteran Opponents in Las Vegas
The undefeated Israel Adesanya will defend his middleweight championship against one of the most dangerous opponents in the division when he takes on Yoel Romero at UFC 248 in Las Vegas this Saturday. Adesanya (18-0) is making his first defense of the unified UFC middleweight title, having won the belt […]
Chinese Super League Team Tianjin Tianhai Up for Sale, Free of Charge
Have you ever dreamed of owning a professional sports team? If so, you might want to look into Chinese Super League side Tianjin Tianhai, which is currently for sale at an asking price of nothing. Nada. Zero. Zip. Absolutely free. The top-tier Chinese soccer club is available free of charge […]
Feds Charge ‘Parlay Patz’ with Making Violent Threats Against Athletes, Families
US Attorney Maria Chapa Lopez charged Benjamin Tucker Patz – better known as “Parlay Patz†– on Wednesday with transmitting violent threats directed at athletes, their friends, and their families. Patz stands accused of using anonymous social media accounts in 2019 to send threats to numerous players, as well as […]
Legislative Roundup: Connecticut Governor, Tribes Deadlocked on Competing Sports Betting Proposals
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont and tribal leaders have endorsed two different bills that would allow for sports betting in the state, with neither side seemingly willing to compromise on the other’s proposal. Lamont announced Tuesday that he was in favor of a bill that would only legalize sports betting, and […]
XFL Week 5 Odds: Undefeated Roughnecks Two Touchdown Favorites Over Seattle Dragons
The Houston Roughnecks have established themselves as the team to beat in the early going of the XFL season, and the West Division leaders will be heavily favored in their Week 5 matchup. The Roughnecks come into the home game vs. the Seattle Dragons as a 12.5-point favorite according to […]
Red Sox Seek Third Opinion on Chris Sale’s Elbow Injury
The Red Sox are taking no chances with Chris Sale’s elbow, as team officials have now sought a third opinion on the pitcher’s health before they decide what to do with their ace this season. Sale suffered from elbow inflammation last season and didn’t appear in a game after an […]