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2021 D.C. United Game Notes@ Columbus CrewWednesday, August 4, 2021, 7:30 PM ET, Lower.com Field, Columbus, Ohio MATCH INFORMATION D.C. United: 6-7-3 (5-2-0 home; 1-5-3 away, 21 pts.)Columbus Crew 6-4-6 (4-3-0 home; 2-3-4 away, 24 pts.)Kickoff : 7:30 PM ET (7:38 PM ET)Weather: Partly Cloudy […]

COLUMBUS CREW vs. D.C. UNITEDLOWER.com FIELD, Columbus, Ohio Wednesday, August 4, 2021 (Week 17, MLS Game #220)7:30 p.m. ET (Bally Sports OH; NBCS-Wash / TeleXitos) 2021 SEASON RECORDS GP W-L-T PTS GF GACrew 16 6-4-6 24 17 16at home 7 4-0-3 15 11 5D.C. United […]

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FROM WIKIPEDIA COMMONS KEVIN PAREDES, DC UNITED MIDFIELDER, 18 YEARS OLD Career Paredes played his first professional match with Loudoun United FC on September 25, 2019, subbing in the 68th minute of the team’s 4-1 win over the Swope Park Rangers. On January 17, 2020, Paredes signed with […]

Sunday, Aug 1, 2021 One month from now, the Crew’s lopsided loss on Friday night will resemble a thunderstorm inside a coffee cup rather than a result that causes serious concerns. Entering that match six games unbeaten, the Black & Gold had their first real […]

Tuesday, Aug 3, 2021 The Crew returns home on August 4 vs. D.C. United! There’s a lot happening on Wednesday, including a game next door at Huntington Park, so be sure to arrive early and review the below information. Prior to Arrival Be sure to […]

Monday, Aug 2, 2021 COLUMBUS – Columbus Crew on Monday announced that midfielder Artur underwent successful sports hernia repair surgery to address ongoing issues related to a previously diagnosed sports hernia. The procedure was performed by Dr. Richard Cattey on Wednesday at Columbia St. Mary’s Hospital […]

The Crew topped D.C. United 3-1 earlier this season in the clubs’ initial meeting at Historic Crew Stadium. Now, the two MLS originals meet again, this time at Lower.com Field, for a 7:30 p.m. ET kickoff on Bally Sports Ohio & 97.1 FM The Fan. […]

FROM WIKIPEDIA COMMONS The National Basketball Association (NBA) is a professional basketball league in North America. The league is composed of 30 teams (29 in the United States and 1 in Canada) and is one of the four major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada. It is the […]

FROM WIKIPEDIA COMMONS Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (commonly known as Warner Bros. and abbreviated as WB) is an American diversified multinational mass media and entertainment conglomerate headquartered at the Warner Bros. Studios complex in Burbank, California, and a subsidiary of AT&T‘s WarnerMedia through its Studios & Networks division. Founded in 1923 by four brothers Harry, Albert, Sam, and Jack Warner, the […]

FROM WIKIPEDIA COMMONS Colorado (/ˌkɒləˈrædoʊ, -ˈrɑːdoʊ/ (listen), other variants) is a state in the Mountain West subregion of the Western United States. It encompasses most of the Southern Rocky Mountains as well as the northeastern portion of the Colorado Plateau and the western edge of the Great Plains. Colorado is the eighth most extensive and 21st most populous U.S. state. […]

Simon Edvinsson has what a team wants in a defenseman, 6’5, 207 and he can skate. He is the number 2 International Skater and was ranked number 3 by the International Scouting Services. The 18-year-old, who says he always liked former Hall of Famer, Detroit […]

July 27, 2021 Five Buckeyes in medal contention at Tokyo Games Ohio State Olympians TOKYO, Japan –Five Ohio State rowers finished the opening weekend of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics in medal contention as all six Buckeyes continue to race this week. Originally set to race Tuesday, […]

 July 26, 2021 Weekend full of sales, discounts, prizes, family photo ops, Brutus Buckeye and autographs COLUMBUS, Ohio – The grand reopening of the Official Ohio State Team Shop, located on the north side of the Jerome Schottenstein Center at 555 Borror Drive, is set for this […]

The Day’s News Sources Give 10 Candidates to Watch for at Mizzou Texas and Oklahoma Officially Notify the Big 12 of Plans Not to Renew Grants of Rights Past 2025 The University of Texas at Austin and The University of Oklahoma notified the Big 12 […]

Mon, Jul 26, 2021 Fans asked to wear red or white when Badgers host Penn State on Sept. 4 MADISON, Wis. – To mark the return of Badger football and a full Camp Randall Stadium, Wisconsin Athletics is asking fans to wear red or white, depending […]

Badgers set for 10 non-conference contests, one exhibition MADISON, Wis. – The defending Big Ten-champion Wisconsin men’s hockey team officially announced its 2021-22 non-conference schedule. Following a year that included only Big Ten play and home games at LaBahn Arena, the Badgers will open their title […]

Dayton Earned Presidents Special Recognition with 3.5+ GPA Complete GCAA Release NORMAN, Okla. – The University of Dayton men’s golf team has earned the Golf Coaches Association of America 2020-21 Outstanding Team Academic Award as announced by the GCAA. With a team GPA of 3.5 or […]

NEW YORK (Monday, July 26, 2021) – FC Dallas forward Ricardo Pepi has been voted the Major League Soccer Player of the Week for Week 15 of the 2021 MLS season. Pepi became the youngest player to ever score a hat trick in MLS at 18 […]

July 26, 2021 Rising junior Cervantes picks up win in first Olympic appearance ADDITIONAL INFO Online Release | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram COLUMBUS, Ohio – Three Buckeyes competed in the individual fencing competition at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo. In men’s foil, Diego Cervantes, a rising junior representing Mexico, won […]

Mon, Jul 26, 2021 IOWA CITY, Iowa – – Nine head coaches of University of Iowa intercollegiate athletic programs have received contract extensions. The announcement was made Monday by Gary Barta, Henry B. and Patricia B. Tippie Director of Athletics Chair. Head coaches in the sports […]

News Release – Ohio Prep Sportswriters Association July 26, 2021 Furr, Hazelwood and Ulrey earn Writer of the Year honors COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Ohio Prep Sportswriters Association’s annual writing and photography contest results were announced Monday, with five writing categories judged in three divisions based […]

Mon, Jul 26, 2021 Dayton Hosting Flyer Invitational Oct. 18-19 at NCR Country Club DAYTON – The University of Dayton women’s golf fall 2021 schedule has been announced by Director of Golf Gip Hoagland. The slate features five events highlighted by the Flyer Invitational Oct. 18-19 to […]

46th Boys & Girls Junior PGA Championships — Aug. 2-5, 2022 PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. (July 26, 2021) — Cog Hill Golf and Country Club in Palos Park, Illinois, will host both the Boys and Girls Junior PGA Championships in 2022. Both events will take place […]

July 26, 2021 New collaboration will support student-athlete leadership development through the Eugene D. Smith Leadership Institute COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio State Athletics announced on Monday a relationship with LEARFIELD Ticket Solutions. The new and unique concept is unlike any other in college athletics. At the […]

(July 26, 2021) Award recognizes the nation’s top defensive back UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – Penn State senior safety Jaquan Brisker has been named to the Paycom Jim Thorpe Award Preseason Watch List, it was announced on Monday. This list includes 40 of the nation’s best defensive backs, […]

Mon, Jul 26, 2021 Hawkeyes Earn USTFCCCA Academic Honors IOWA CITY, Iowa – Twenty-two University of Iowa student-athletes have been named to the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) All-Academic team. To be named an All-Academic Athlete students must have a minimum […]

(July 26, 2021) The award recognizes the nation’s top linebacker UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – Penn State senior linebacker Jesse Luketa and junior linebacker Brandon Smith have each been named to the Butkus Award Watch List, it was announced on Monday. Luketa and Smith are two of 51 candidates on the […]

A high-powered attacking performance from New York City FC saw the hosts snap Columbus Crew’s six-match unbeaten streak following a 4-1 defeat for the Black & Gold at Yankee Stadium on Friday evening. NYCFC opened up the scoring 14 minutes into the match off the […]

7/26/2021 | Football University of South Carolina senior Jordan Strachan has been named to the Butkus Award® preseason watch list, it was announced today. The Butkus Award®, now in its 37th season, annually honors the nation’s best linebacker. The watch list contains 51 linebackers, mirroring the legendary […]

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July 26, 2021 Ruckert among the nation’s top tight ends, Banks among the best cornerbacks COLUMBUS, Ohio – A pair of Ohio State Buckeyes have added watch lists to their respective resumes as tight end Jeremy Ruckert is on the Mackey Award watch list while cornerback Sevyn […]

Mon, Jul 26, 2021 Ohio State Olympians SWIM: Buckeye Swimmers Advance on Day 2 of Tokyo Olympics Hunter Armstrong and Ruslan Gaziev made their Olympic debuts Sunday in Tokyo TOKYO, Japan — Ohio State swimming’s Hunter Armstrong and Ruslan Gaziev made their Olympic debuts Sunday as […]

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (July 23, 2021)—-Alabama has been predicted to win the 2021 SEC Championship, according to a preseason poll of media covering SEC Media Days. Alabama received 84 votes to be crowned SEC Champion on December 4 in Atlanta at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, while Georgia was second […]

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama (July 30, 2021) – The Southeastern Conference today announced that the University of Oklahoma and the University of Texas will become members effective July 1, 2025, with competition to begin in all sports for the 2025-26 academic year. The addition of Oklahoma and Texas […]

Sat, Jul 31, 2021 NEW YORK (Saturday, July 31, 2021) – The MLS Disciplinary Committee has found FC Cincinnati midfielder Luciano Acosta guilty of simulation- embellishment in the 58th minute of Cincinnati’s match against Atlanta United on July 21 (WATCH VIDEO). Acosta has been fined an undisclosed amount for his action. The MLS Disciplinary Committee […]

Dayton, Ohio — An unfortunate reality of having a loved one deployed overseas with the military is they miss out on some of life’s milestones, both large and small. Deployments vary in length, but the average length will span a full year.  Those who are in the […]

IRVING, Texas – The Tallahassee Quarterback Club Foundation has included five American Athletic Conference players on its preseason watch list for the 2021 Biletnikoff Award, which goes to the top receiver in college football. The American’s top four returning receivers, as ranked by yards per […]

IRVING, Texas — Six standout running backs from the American Athletic Conference have been named to the preseason watch list for the 2021 Doak Walker Award, which honors the nation’s top college running back. The American’s representatives include SMU sophomore Ulysses Bentley IV, who led […]

IRVING, Texas – Cincinnati quarterback Desmond Ridder and UCF signal-caller Dillon Gabriel were among the 30 players named to the 2021 Davey O’Brien National Quarterback Award Watch List. Ridder and Gabriel were both semifinalists for the 2020 Davey O’Brien Award and are among the 12 […]

Twice in the last six seasons, an American Athletic Conference player has won the Chuck Bednarik Award as the nation’s top defensive player. This year, seven players from The American have been listed as candidates for the national honor with their placement on the award’s […]

Five players from the American Athletic Conference were among the 80 student-athletes named to the 2021 Maxwell Award Watch List. The Maxwell Award is presented annually to the outstanding player in college football.  This year’s preseason watch list includes six returning semifinalists from the 2020 […]

IRVING, Texas – Three American Athletic Conference football players have been chosen to the 2020-21 Academic All-America Division I football teams selected by the College Sports Information Directors of America. Cincinnati punter James Smith, SMU wide receiver Tyler Page and Navy special teams standout Kyle […]

IRVING, Texas — Three American Athletic Conference players were named as 2021 Walter Camp Preseason All-America selections. Cincinnati cornerback Ahmad Gardner and Houston return specialist Marcus Jones earned first-team accolades while Cincinnati defensive end Myjai Sanders was named to the second team. Gardner earned recognition […]

FROM WIKIPEDIA COMMONS The Shadow is a collection of serialized dramas, originally in 1930s pulp novels and later in a variety of media. Its title character has been featured on the radio, in a long-running pulp magazine series, in American comic books, comic strips, television, serials, video games, and at least five feature […]

July 29, 2021 The Crew head to Yankee Stadium riding a six-match unbeaten streak, hold a three-match win streak against New York City since 2020 regular season COLUMBUS — Columbus Crew (6-3-6, 24 points) continues its two-match road stretch as it travels to face New York City FC (7-5-2, […]

JULY 30, 2021 COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed forward Brendan Gaunce to a one-year, two-way National Hockey League/American Hockey League contract for the 2021-22 season, club General Manager and Alternate Governor Jarmo Kekalainen announced today. Gaunce, 27, has registered six goals and […]

 JULY 30, 2021   COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed defenseman Mikko Lehtonen to a one-year contract for the 2021-22 National Hockey League season, club General Manager and Alternate Governor Jarmo Kekalainen announced today. Lehtonen, 27, made his NHL debut in 2020-21, finishing […]

Thursday, Jul 29, 2021 The Crew is two-for-two in 2021 against New York City FC and will look to continue that winning streak on Friday night from Yankee Stadium, as the Black & Gold kickoff against NYCFC at 7:30 p.m. ET on Bally Sports Ohio […]

Thursday, Jul 29, 2021 New York City FC are spending Friday night under the lights as they take on Columbus Crew at Yankee Stadium. Here’s the Keys to the Match, presented by Tri-State Ford… Third Time Lucky New York City FC are facing Columbus Crew […]

Thursday, Jul 29, 2021 New York City FC are in the Bronx this Friday night for a meeting with Columbus Crew.  Head Coach Ronny Deila will be without four players for the meeting with Caleb Porter’s side. Brazilian forward Héber remains absent as he continues […]

MLS Regular Season 2021New York City FC vs Columbus CrewFriday, July 30, 20217:30 p.m. ETYankee Stadium – Bronx, NY TV USA: YES Network / YES APPCommentary: Joe Tolleson/ Ian JoyRadio English: TuneIn; NYCFC.com/radioCommentary: Glenn Crooks / Matt LawrenceRadio Spanish: TuneIn; NYCFC.com/radioCommentary: Roberto Abramowitz/Ariel Judas Referee: […]

(PHOTOS BY OSVALDO FIGUEROA, JR.) NEW YORK CITY FC vs. COLUMBUS CREWYANKEE STADIUM, Bronx, N.Y. Friday, July 30, 2021 (Week 16, MLS Game #203)7:30 p.m. ET (YES; Bally Sports OH) 2021 SEASON RECORDS GP W-L-T PTS GF GANYCFC 14 7-5-2 23 26 15at home 8 […]

JULY 29, 2021 COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed defenseman Zach Werenski to a six-year, $57.5 million contract extension through the 2027-28 National Hockey League season, club General Manager and Alternate Governor Jarmo Kekalainen announced Thursday night. Werenski, 24, has registered 65 goals […]

July 30, 2021 Dayton, Ohio — The Dayton Dragons are hosting the second “Rebuilding The Arts” weekend of the season at Day Air Ballpark Friday through Sunday. This weekend not-for-profit arts organization, Dayton Live, has been selected to be in the center of the spotlight. Dayton Live […]

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The hockey-playing Hughes Brothers just made history in the recent NHL Draft. Jack, a center, was chosen first overall by the Devils in 2019, earning the honor of being the first Jewish player ever being drafted #1. in 2018, his oldest brother Quinn was taken by […]

7/21/2021 CLEVELAND, OH – The Cleveland Indians today announced the Manager Terry Francona will step away from managerial duties for the remainder of the 2021 season to focus on his health and recovery. Bench Coach DeMarlo Hale will assume managerial duties for the remainder of the season while Third […]

JULY 29, 2021 COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed defenseman Jake Bean to a three-year, $7 million contract through the 2023-24 National Hockey League season, club General Manager and Alternate Governor Jarmo Kekalainen announced today.  Bean was acquired from the Carolina Hurricanes in […]

NEW YORK (July 24, 2021) – A total of 223 players from 14 countries and 38 leagues worldwide were selected in the 2021 NHL Draft, held virtually Friday (Round 1) and Saturday (Rounds 2-7). NHL CONNECTIONS ON DAY 2 OF THE DRAFT Josh Doan (No. 37 overall, […]

NEW YORK (July 23, 2021) – Following are notes from the first round of the 2021 NHL Draft, held virtually Friday night. SABRES SELECT OWEN POWER WITH FIRST OVERALL PICK The Buffalo Sabres selected University of Michigan defenseman Owen Power first overall. The 6-6, 213 lb. Mississauga, Ont., native […]

2021 NHL Draft – Round 1  * The Sabres are slated to pick first overall for the second time in four years, after selecting Rasmus Dahlin with the No. 1 pick in 2018.    * In 2020-21, Power had 3-13—16 in 26 games with the University of Michigan […]

Banner Raising Ceremony in Tampa, Inaugural Season for Seattle Kraken, Outdoor Games in Minneapolis and Nashville, and All-Star Weekend in Las Vegas Among 2021-22 Season Highlights NEW YORK (July 22, 2021) – The NHL’s 2021-22 regular season will commence Tuesday, Oct. 12 with a doubleheader, highlighted […]

SEATTLE (July 21, 2021) – The Seattle Kraken, set to participate in their inaugural National Hockey League season in 2021-22, selected 30 players – one from each club with the exception of the Vegas Golden Knights – Wednesday in the 2021 NHL Expansion Draft presented by […]

Click here to download a PDF with more than 20 pages of #NHLStats pertaining to each NHL Expansion Draft. NHL EXPANSION DRAFT NOTABLES * The oldest player to date selected in an NHL expansion draft is Bobby Hull, picked at age 40 by the Jets in 1979. Hull played […]

NEW YORK (July 19, 2021) – National Hockey League Commissioner Gary Bettman today released the following statement regarding Nashville Predators prospect Luke Prokop’s decision to publicly come out as gay: “On behalf of the National Hockey League, we are proud of Luke Prokop for today’s announcement and I would […]

Marks the fifth team name in franchise history; first name change since 1915 New Brand Elements Feature Continuity with Traditional Colors, Script Wordmark and an Evolution of “C” to Respect Cleveland’s Baseball Heritage Decision comes after culmination of 1,198 name options, 40,000 surveyed fans, 140 […]

CLEVELAND, OH – Information on Cleveland Indians 2021 First-Year Player Draft selections. Round 1 (#23 overall)RHP GAVIN WILLIAMSAGE/DOB: 21, July 26, 1999 SCHOOL: East Carolina UniversityBATS/THROWS: L/R HEIGHT/WEIGHT: 6-6/238Pitched in parts of four seasons for the East Carolina Pirates, going 11-5 with a 2.65 ERA […]

The Cleveland Indians earlier in July, announced the selection of RHP GAVIN WILIAMS with the 23rd overall pick in the first round of the 2021 MLB Draft. Williams, 21, has pitched in parts of four seasons for the East Carolina Pirates, going 11-5 with a 2.65 ERA […]

Exchange details, based on method of purchase, available at Indians.com/ScheduleChanges CLEVELAND, OH — The Cleveland Indians announced that the (July 11) game against the Kansas City Royals has been postponed due to inclement weather and will be rescheduled as a traditional doubleheader on Monday, September […]

Over 300 volunteers working at six project sites across Avondale The Cincinnati Reds, P&G, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center and the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden are partnering for the 2021 Community Makeover service project on Thursday, July 29 in the Cincinnati neighborhood of Avondale. The day-long […]

Great American Ball Park to host induction of Marty Brennaman plus largest number of Reds alumni ever assembled for a game Tickets for the 2021 Reds Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Hall of Fame Legends Game, taking place August 27th at Great American Ball Park […]

7/29/2021 CHICAGO – The Chicago Cubs today recalled infielder Sergio Alcántara and selected right-handed pitcher Jake Jewell from Triple-A Iowa. Infielder Nico Hoerner has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a right oblique strain and right-handed pitcher Cory Abbott has been optioned to Iowa. […]

7/29/2021 KANSAS CITY – The Chicago White Sox have acquired infielder César Hernández (“SEH-zar”) from the Cleveland Indians in exchange for left-handed pitcher Konnor Pilkington. To make room for Hernández on the 40-man roster, the White Sox released right-handed pitcher Tyler Johnson. Hernández, 31, is […]

7/29/2021 The Washington Nationals acquired catcher Riley Adams from the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for left-handed pitcher Brad Hand on Thursday. The Nationals also recalled outfielder Yadiel Hernandez from Triple-A Rochester. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcements. […]

7/29/2021 The Toronto Blue Jays have acquired LHP Brad Hand from the Washington Nationals in exchange for C Riley Adams. Hand, 31, has gone 5-5 with 21 saves and a 3.59 ERA over 41 outings for the Nationals this season. The left-handed reliever has been named an All-Star on three occasions (2017, 2018, […]

7/29/2021 Arlington, Texas — The Texas Rangers today acquired four players in a trade with the New York Yankees: • To Texas: INF Josh Smith, INF Trevor Hauver, INF Ezequiel Duran, and RHP Glenn Otto • To New York-AL: OF Joey Gallo, LHP Joely Rodríguez, and cash considerations […]

7/29/2021 The New York Yankees today announced that they have acquired INF/OF Joey Gallo, LHP Joely Rodriguez an­d cash considerations from the Texas Rangers in exchange for minor league right-handed pitcher Glenn Otto and infielders Ezequiel Duran, Trevor Hauver and Josh Smith. Gallo, 27, was named to his […]

7/29/2021 The Washington Nationals announced the following roster moves on Thursday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcements: • Recalled infielder Luis García from Triple-A Rochester • Recalled right-handed pitcher Andres Machado from Triple-A Rochester • Reinstated catcher Yan […]

7/29/2021 Festivities begin on Wednesday, July 28 with Bally Sports Detroit’s screening of “The Other Boys of Summer” at Campus Martius Park National Anthem on Friday, July 30 to be performed by Rosilyn Stearnes-Brown and Joyce Stearnes Thompson, daughters of Norman “Turkey” Stearnes _First 10,000 […]

7/29/2021 It has been 670 days since the Toronto Blue Jays played a home game at Rogers Centre, and the country is preparing a homecoming fit for the occasion. The club today announces the welcome home festivities planned for July 29 and 30, including Canadian landmarks turning blue, fan […]

Cincinnati Reds (53-49) vs. Chicago Cubs (50-53)July 29, 2021 … Wrigley Field … Game No. 104 … Home Game No. 52RHP Luis Castillo (4-10, 4.12) vs. RHP Alec Mills (4-3, 4.55) GETAWAY DAY: The Chicago Cubs today play the series finale of a four-game setagainst […]

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THE PLACE TO BE THIS SUMMER IS LOWER.com FIELD No matter where you’re seated, matchday at Lower.com Field has you right on the edge of the action. Next week, witness the Crew – statistically one of the best home teams in MLS – host back-to-back matches at one of the most intimidating […]

JULY 28, 2021 Forward set career highs in assists, points, shots and games played in 2020-21 COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed center Alexandre Texier to a two-year, $3.05 million contract through the 2022-23 National Hockey League season, club General Manager and Alternate […]

JULY 28, 2021 Jenner, an alternate captain for the club since 2015, ranks among CBJ career leaders in several statistical categories COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed forward Boone Jenner to a four-year, $15 million contract extension that will keep him with the […]

JULY 28, 2021 COLUMBUS, OHIO – Columbus Blue Jackets General Manager and Alternate Governor Jarmo Kekalainen announced today that restricted free agent winger Patrik Laine has accepted the club’s qualifying offer of $7.5 million for the 2021-22 National Hockey League season. Laine, 23, has recorded 150 […]

JULY 28, 2021 Dublin, Ohio native has tallied 22-44-68, 134 PIM in 270 career NHL games with Boston Bruins COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed center Sean Kuraly to a four-year, $10 million contract through the 2024-25 National Hockey League season, club General […]

JULY 28, 2021 Contract is two-way, NHL/AHL deal for 2021-22 and one-way NHL deal in 2022-23 season COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed defenseman Gavin Bayreuther to a two-year contract through the 2022-23 National Hockey League season, club general manager Jarmo Kekalainen announced […]

JULY 28, 2021 COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed forward Tyler Sikura to a one-year, two-way National Hockey League/American Hockey League contract for the 2021-22 season, club General Manager and Alternate Governor Jarmo Kekalainen announced today. Sikura, 29, has posted 55 goals and 58 […]

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This past Sunday afternoon, Jonathan Mensah produced a performance that shows why the Crew’s captain is also one of the best defenders in MLS and an unsung hero. With an inspiring performance on both ends of the pitch, the center back from Accra, Ghana, delivered […]

Tue, Jul 27, 2021 ST. LOUIS – Defending Pioneer Football League champion Davidson College is the choice to win the league’s 2021 title in the league’s Preseason Coaches’ Poll, voted by each of the league’s head coaches. The PFL will present its 2021 Preseason All-PFL […]

Tue, Jul 27, 2021 Defending Champion Davidson Picked First In Coaches Poll ST. LOUIS – The University of Dayton football team was picked to finish fourth in the Pioneer Football League for the fall 2021 season in a preseason vote of the league’s coaches.  Dayton has […]

JULY 26, 2021 COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets have extended qualifying offers to five players, club General Manager Jarmo Kekalainen announced Monday. The qualifying offers were made to the following players: Patrik Laine, Right Wing Alexandre Texier, Center Calvin Thurkauf, Center/Left Wing Jake Bean, […]

Columbus, Ohio – Tournament officials have announced that volunteer registration for the 15th annual Nationwide Children’s Hospital Championship is now open to the public at www.ncc-golf.com. The 2021 Nationwide Children’s Hospital Championship will be held August 23 – 29 at The Ohio State University Golf Club – Scarlet […]

July 26, 2021 Pub Thirteen anchors full lineup of daily activities during tournament week as fans return for the award-winning event Columbus, Ohio – The 15th playing of the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Championship at The Ohio State University Golf Club – Scarlet Course, the week of August […]

FROM WIKIPEDIA COMMONS Bugs Bunny is an animated cartoon character, created in the late 1930s by Leon Schlesinger Productions (later Warner Bros. Cartoons) and voiced originally by Mel Blanc. Bugs is best known for his starring roles in the Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies series of animated short films, produced by Warner Bros. Though a similar character first appeared in the […]

Jonathan Mensah’s back-post header off a Lucas Zelarayan corner kick in the 65th minute helped lift the Columbus Crew to a 1-0 win over Atlanta United, spoiling the party for the crowd of 67,000-plus at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Saturday afternoon. Zelarayan was brought on as part […]

The University of Texas at Austin and The University of Oklahoma notified the Big 12 Athletic Conference today that they will not be renewing their grants of media rights following expiration in 2025. Providing notice to the Big 12 at this point is important in […]

The following Big 12 football players are candidates on preseason watch lists for 2021 national awards. Check back frequently for updates. Maxwell Award (outstanding player in college football)Breece Hall, Iowa State, RBBrock Purdy, Iowa State, QBSkylar Thompson, K-State, QBDeuce Vaughn, K-State, RBMarvin Mims, Oklahoma, WRSpencer Rattler, […]

Tickets for the 2021 Dr Pepper Big 12 Football Championship game are on sale now. The contest will be played Saturday, December 4 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The game time will be announced when available. Tickets are priced at $205, $150, $95 and $65 […]

College Football Playoff (CFP) Selection ProcessThe CFP Selection Committee ranks the top 25 teams and selects the four teams to participate in the semifinal games. Then, after the contract bowls are filled based on conference agreements, the Committee will assign teams to fill the remaining […]

Oklahoma is the choice for the sixth straight year to win the Conference title in the Big 12 Football Preseason Poll, voted on by media representatives. This year marks the ninth since 2011 in which the Sooners topped the preseason rankings. They have captured a […]

The Big 12 Conference has announced its 2021 Preseason All-Big 12 Football Team and individual awards, chosen by media representatives who cover the league. The Media Preseason Poll will be released at 2 p.m. CT on Thursday. 2021 Preseason All-Big 12 Individual HonorsOffensive Player of […]

Ten former All-Big Ten selections highlight this year’s listROSEMONT, Ill. – The Big Ten Conference announced its 2021 football preseason honors on Thursday in conjunction with the start of Big Ten Football Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium. A media panel selected the 10-member preseason list, […]

July 27 – August 1, 2021 Day Air Ballpark Dayton, Ohio **Back to Full Capacity** In accordance with the Governor’s elimination of COVID related health orders and restrictions, the Dayton Dragons have officially opened Day Air Ballpark to full stadium capacity. If you are fully vaccinated, […]

Every Year BORN : BERT (CHARACTER ON SESAME STREET) 1770s 1775: BENJAMIN FRANKLIN BECAME THE FIRST POSTMASTER GENERAL 1780s 1788: NEW YORK RATIFIED THE CONSTITUTION AND BECAME THE 11TH STATE 1850s BORN 1856: GEORGE BERNARD SHAW (PLAYWRIGHT) 1860s DIED 1863: SAM HOUSTON (PRESIDENT OF TEXAS, […]

Carmen’s Crew defeated Mid American Unity on Friday evening in round one and then Men of Mackey in round two on Sunday afternoon (see recap below). Carmen’s Crew will take on either Team Hines or The Money Team in round three on Tuesday evening, July […]

NASHVILLE SC *Gary Smith is the head coach. The former Colorado Rapids head coach has a record of 52-39-51. *Nashville is one of the MLS’ top teams in 2021 at 5-1-8, 0-1-3 on the road. *Hany Mukhtar is the star for Nashville SC. He has […]

Columbus Crew extended its unbeaten run at home to 14 matches, including 19 of the last 22, but the Club was forced to settle for a 0-0 draw despite bossing the second half against Nashville SC on Wednesday night at Lower.com Field. It was the […]

JULY 24, 2021 COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets wrapped up the 2021 National Hockey League Draft by selecting six players during rounds two through seven on Saturday.  During the two-day draft, the Blue Jackets used their nine picks to select five forwards and four […]

JULY 24, 2021 COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets have acquired right wing Jakub Voracek from the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for right wing Cam Atkinson, club General Manager Jarmo Kekalainen announced today.  Voracek was originally drafted by the Blue Jackets seventh overall at the […]

 JULY 23, 2021 COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets selected Brooks Bandits defenseman Corson Ceulemans with the club’s third first round pick, 25th overall, in the 2021 NHL Draft, club General Manager and Alternate Governor Jarmo Kekalainen announced tonight. Ceulemans, 18, recorded four goals and seven […]

 JULY 23, 2021 COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets have selected Sioux Falls center Cole Sillinger with the 12th overall selection in the first round of the 2021 NHL Draft, club General Manager and Alternate Governor Jarmo Kekalainen announced tonight. Sillinger, 18, recorded 24 goals and […]

 JULY 23, 2021 COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets have selected University of Michigan center Kent Johnson with the fifth overall selection in the first round of the 2021 NHL Draft, club General Manager and Alternate Governor Jarmo Kekalainen announced tonight. Johnson, 18, recorded nine […]

 JULY 23, 2021 COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets have acquired defenseman Jake Bean from the Carolina Hurricanes in exchange for the second-round pick in the 2021 Draft (44th overall) previously acquired from Chicago, club General Manager Jarmo Kekalainen announced tonight. Bean, 23, has registered 1-11-12 […]

JULY 23, 2021 COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets have acquired defenseman Adam Boqvist, first round picks in the 2021 (12th overall) and 2022 NHL Drafts and a second round pick in the 2021 Draft (44th overall) from the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for defenseman Seth Jones, […]

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ORLANDO, Fla. (July 25, 2021) — The Orlando Pride have hired former University of Florida head coach Becky Burleigh as the Club’s interim head coach, it was announced today. Burleigh, who will lead the Pride for the remainder of the 2021 season following the departure of […]

ORLANDO, Fla. (July 23, 2021) — Marc Skinner has resigned as head coach of the Orlando Pride, effective immediately, to pursue a coaching opportunity outside of the National Women’s Soccer League. Additionally, assistant coach Carl Green will also depart the Club. Green will coach the Pride […]

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STREAKING AGAINST ATL The Crew is undefeated in its last four regular-season matches against Atlanta United with a record of 4-0-0 dating back to a 2-1 victory at Historic Crew Stadium in 2019 (March 30), and has outscored Atlanta 8-2 over that span. The winning […]

Friday, Jul 23, 2021 The Crew hasn’t witnessed defeat in five straight matches, and the Black & Gold will look to push that streak to six as they travel to face a struggling Atlanta United squad on Saturday afternoon on ABC & 97.1 FM The […]

For the second straight year, Atlanta United has promoted their interim coach from in house, naming Assistant Coach Rob Valentino as the club’s head coach until it can find a permanent replacement. But if the team shows, promise, growth and improvement under his leadership, he […]

ATLANTA – Atlanta United returns to action Saturday when it hosts Columbus Crew at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The match, presented by Coca-Cola, is set to kick-off at 3:30 p.m. ET and will be nationally broadcast on ABC. Atlanta owns an all-time record of 4-4-0 against Columbus Crew: […]

ATLANTA (July 6, 2021) —Atlanta United today announced it has acquired midfielder Amar Sejdic from CF Montreal in exchange for $100,000 in General Allocation Money (GAM), with the potential to rise to $150,000 GAM if performance incentives are met. The trade is effective as of July […]

Friday, Jul 23, 2021 ATLANTA — Atlanta United today announced it has mutually terminated the contract of Fernando Meza. The veteran defender was on loan at Defensa y Justicia since the beginning of the 2021 MLS Regular Season. “We want to thank Fernando for his time […]

ATLANTA UNITED vs. COLUMBUS CREWMERCEDES-BENZ STADIUM, Atlanta, Ga. Saturday, July 24, 2021 (Week 15, MLS Game #188)3 p.m. ET (ABC / ESPN Deportes) 2021 SEASON RECORDS GP W-L-T PTS GF GAATLUTD 14 2-4-8 14 14 17at home 6 2-1-3 9 8 6Crew 14 5-3-6 21 […]

COLUMBUSCREW2021 REGULAR SEASON:(5-3-6, 21 pts.) ATLANTAUNITED2021 REGULAR SEASON:(2-4-8, 14 pts.) Date: Saturday, July 24Match Time: 3:30 p.m. ETKickoff: 3:38 p.m. ETLocation: Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta, Georgia)National TV: ABC Jon Champion Taylor Twellman97.1 The Fan [Radio]: Chris Doran (play-by-play Neil Sika (analyst) Jordan Angeli (analyst)ColumbusCrew.com Spanish Audio […]

PIONEER DAY (UTAH) Pioneer Day commemorates the day in 1847 when Brigham Young led his “pioneer band” of Mormons into the Salt Lake valley to establish a settlement–their new Zion. The Mormons had been driven from New York, Ohio, Missouri, and Illinois and had spent […]

ORLANDO, Fla. (July 21, 2021) — The Wilf family has finalized its acquisition of Orlando City Soccer Club, becoming the Club’s new majority owners, it was announced today. The purchase includes Orlando City Soccer Club of Major League Soccer, the Orlando Pride of the National Women’s […]

Wednesday, Jul 21, 2021 ORLANDO, Fla. (July 21, 2021) — Orlando City SC and Chris Mueller have been involved in contract negotiations for some time, with the forward’s contract set to expire following the 2021 Major League Soccer season. Earlier, Mueller informed the Club that he […]

FROM WIKIPEDIA COMMONS George Lee “Sparky” Anderson (February 22, 1934 – November 4, 2010) was an American Major League Baseball (MLB) player, coach, and manager. He managed the National League‘s Cincinnati Reds to the 1975 and 1976 championships, then added a third title in 1984 with the Detroit Tigers of the American League. Anderson was the first manager to win the World Series in […]

Thu, Jul 22, 2021 Star receivers will form the top receiving tandem in college football in 2021 COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio State’s outstanding receiving duo of senior Chris Olave and junior Garrett Wilson have today been named to the Biletnikoff Award watch list. The Biletnikoff Award is […]

July 22, 2021 View Online: bit.ly/2Uz71y7 Ten former All-Big Ten selections highlight this year’s list ROSEMONT, Ill. – The Big Ten Conference announced its 2021 football preseason honors on Thursday in conjunction with the start of Big Ten Football Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium. A media […]

July 22, 2021 ROSEMONT, Ill. – During his opening address at 2021 Big Ten Football Media Days, Big Ten Conference Commissioner Kevin Warren announced that Barry Alvarez has been named Special Advisor for Football. Alvarez will begin his new role on August 2, 2021. A legendary […]

July 22, 2021 ROSEMONT, Ill. – During his opening address at 2021 Big Ten Football Media Days, Big Ten Conference Commissioner Kevin Warren announced the creation of the George and Viola Taliaferro Fellowship. The George and Viola Taliaferro Fellowship will provide individuals who have not historically […]

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JULY 22, 2021 Club opens 21st NHL season at Nationwide Arena on Thursday, October 14 vs. Arizona Coyotes The Columbus Blue Jackets and National Hockey League announced today a 2021-22 regular season schedule in which the club will play 82 games, including 41 home dates at […]

FROM WIKIPEDIA COMMONS John Herbert Dillinger (June 22, 1903 – July 22, 1934) was an American gangster of the Great Depression. He led a group known as the “Dillinger Gang“, which was accused of robbing 24 banks and four police stations. Dillinger was imprisoned several times but escaped […]

Statement from Chicago Fire FC  CHICAGO (July 17, 2021) – Head coach Raphael Wicky will not be in attendance tonight or at Wednesday’s game versus D.C. United. He has traveled to Switzerland due to a health matter concerning a close family member. Assistant coach Frank Klopas will […]

The Crew and Nashville SC are sixth- and fifth-place in the Eastern Conference, respectively, and depending on how other mid-week matches around the League shake out, it could be a considerable swing for the short-handed Black & Gold as they look to extend their win […]

NEW YORK CITY FC INFORMATION Ronnie Diallo, head coach Were 5-2-4, 17 points, 6th in the MLS Eastern Conference before the game Luis Barraza was in goal, his second MLS start Valentin Castellanos hasn’t scored in 9 games after Saturday’s game In a soccer rarity, […]

Lucas Zelarayan knocked home yet another goal on a free kick—his fourth-such goal of the season and fifth overall—to lift Columbus Crew to a lively 2-1 victory over New York City FC on Saturday evening, the Club’s first win at Lower.com Field. Zelarayan’s latest moment […]

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (July 6, 2021) – Nashville Soccer Club announced earlier this month it has loaned defender Tom Judge to Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC of the USL Championship through the 2021 season. Nashville SC has the ability to terminate the loan agreement at any point throughout the […]

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (July 7, 2021) – Nashville Soccer Club announced today that the club has acquired 23-year-old Aké Loba via a transfer from C.F. Monterrey of Liga MX. In addition, Nashville SC trades $230,000 in General Allocation Money with the Portland Timbers for an international roster […]

Monday, Jul 19, 2021 NASHVILLE, Tenn. (July 19, 2021) – Nashville Soccer Club announced today that the club’s away match against CF Montréal has been moved to Saturday, Sept. 11 with kickoff slated for 7:00 p.m. CT. The fixture will conclude a three-match series between the […]

TUESDAY, JULY 20, 2021 Online Version: https://bit.ly/3wSxi7L FAYETTEVILLE – Razorback All-American and former NBA first-round draft pick Ronnie Brewer and Arkansas alum Jon Blake have been added to the men’s basketball staff, Arkansas head coach Eric Musselman announced. Brewer was named recruiting coordinator and Blake will serve […]

 JULY 21, 2021 K-Wings previously served as Blue Jackets’ ECHL affiliate from 2014-16 COLUMBUS, OHIO – Columbus Blue Jackets General Manager Jarmo Kekalainen announced today that the team has reached an agreement with the Kalamazoo Wings to serve as the ECHL affiliate for the Blue Jackets and […]

JULY 21 | 6:30 PM CTLOWER.COM FIELD | COLUMBUS, OH Q U I C KFACTSGENERAL INFOLocation……………………..Nashville, TNFounded………………………………….. 2013Colors..Acoustic Blue/Electric GoldLeague …………Major League SoccerConference…………………………EasternMajority Owner………….. John IngramCEO……………………………………. Ian Ayre NISSAN STADIUMCapacity………………………………………..69,143NSC MLS Home Record……. 10W-2L-10DOpened……………………………………………1999Surface……………….Tifsport Bermuda Sod CLUB HISTORYNashville FC (NPSL) ……….2014-2016Nashville SC (USL PDL)……………2017Nashville SC […]

COLUMBUS CREW vs. NASHVILLE SCWednesday, July 21, 2021; Lower.com Field, Columbus, Ohio, 7:30 p.m. ET 2021 SEASON RECORDS GP W-L-T PTS GF GACrew 13 5-3-5 20 15 12at home 6 4-0-2 14 11 5Nashville SC 13 5-1-7 22 21 14on road 3 0-1-2 2 2 […]

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1300s BORN 1304: PETRARCH (POET) 1304: EDWARD I OF ENGLAND TOOK THE LAST REBEL STRONGHOLD IN THE WARS OF SCOTTISH INDEPENDENCE 1590s 1591: RELIGIOUS LEADER ANNE HUTCHINSON WAS BAPTIZED 1810s 1810: COLOMBIA DECLARED INDEPENDENCE FROM SPAIN 1870s 1871: BRITISH COLUMBIA JOINED THE CANADIAN CONFEDERATION150 Years […]

JULY 19, 2021 COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets will play an eight-game preseason schedule, including four home games at Nationwide Arena, prior to the 2021-22 National Hockey League season, the club announced today.  Columbus will play home and road sets against the Buffalo Sabres, […]

Monday, July 19, 2021 Leaves Wright State as all-time rebounds leader & No. 3 scorer in program history DAYTON – The two-time reigning Horizon League Player of the Year and the leading rebounder in Wright State basketball history, Loudon Love has announced his intentions to turn […]

ESPN has reached a multi-year contract extension with SEC Network and ESPN Radio personality Paul Finebaum. Finebaum will continue to contribute across high-profile ESPN and SEC Network programming, including as the host of The Paul Finebaum Show and returning as an analyst on SEC Nation. […]

Super Bowl champion and former Georgia football standout Benjamin Watson has signed a deal to join SEC Network as a college football studio analyst. Watson will be a Saturday staple on the network’s SEC Now and SEC Football Final programs, and his first assignment will […]

Tuesday, Jul 13, 2021 At Seventh Annual Sports Humanitarian Awards ESPN named Arthur M. Blank the 2021 Sports Philanthropist of the Year as part of the production of the seventh annual Sports Humanitarian Awards last night in New York City. The show production took place at The […]

Sunday, Jul 18, 2021 Atlanta United on Sunday announced the club has relieved head coach Gabriel Heinze of his duties, effective immediately. Assistant Coach Rob Valentino will take over as interim head coach. A variety of issues relating to the day-to-day leadership of the team led […]

60s 64: FIRE BEGAN NEAR CIRCUS MAXIMUS THAT DESTROYED 2/3 OF ROME, ITALY 1550s 1553: LADY JANE GREY WAS REPLACED BY MARY I OF ENGLAND AS QUEEN OF ENGLAND AFTER HAVING THE TITLE FOR ONLY NINE DAYS 1810s BORN 1814: SAMUEL COLT (INVENTOR) 1830s BORN […]

Born: April 10, 2003 in Edmonton, Alberta,Canada 2020-21 Team Edmonton Position: Right Wing Height: 6’1 Weight: 181 Shoots: Right International Scouting Services: Ranks him at #6 2020-21 Totals: Edmonton 12 games, 12 goals, 12 assists, 24 points, 2 penalty minutes Canada WU-18, 7 games, 4 […]

7/18/2021 PHOENIX – The Chicago Cubs today claimed first baseman Frank Schwindel off waivers from the Oakland Athletics and optioned him to Triple-A Iowa. The Cubs 40-man roster stands at 40 players. Schwindel, 29, owns a .287 average (922-for-3,216) with 213 doubles, 134 home runs and […]

7/18/2021 The Toronto Blue Jays have made the following roster moves: • INF Breyvic Valera has been selected to the Major League roster and he will be active for today’s games. • OF Jonathan Davis has been optioned to Triple-A Buffalo and appointed as the 27th man for today’s doubleheader. • LHP […]

7/18/2021 KANSAS CITY, MO (July 18, 2021) — The Milwaukee Brewers and Major League Baseball today announced that Tuesday’s scheduled game between the Kansas City Royals and Brewers in American Family Field has been moved from its original 7:10 p.m. start to a 3:10 p.m. first pitch. The […]

First pitch moved from 7:10 p.m. to 3:10 p.m. to avoid conflicting with Game 6 of NBA Finals in Milwaukee 7/18/2021 MILWAUKEE – The first pitch of the Milwaukee Brewers game against the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday, July 20 has been changed from 7:10 p.m. […]

BOSTON, MA – The Boston Red Sox today announced the following roster moves: • Outfielder Jarren Duran was selected to the active major league roster from Triple-A Worcester. He will wear number 40. • To make room for Duran on the 40-man roster, the Red Sox designated right-handed pitcher Austin Brice for […]

The Colorado Rockies announced Friday that they have placed right-handed pitcher Yency Almonte, right-handed pitcher Jhoulys Chacín, outfielder Yonathan Daza and right-handed pitcher Antonio Senzatela on the injured list, per Major League Baseball’s COVID and contact tracing protocols. Additionally, the Rockies have recalled left-handed pitcher […]

PHOENIX – The Chicago Cubs have activated infielder Eric Sogard off the 10-day injured list. Sogard, 35, was placed on the 10-day injured list, July 6, with a left thumb contusion. The left-handed hitting Sogard has batted .250 (40-for-160) with five doubles, one triple, one home […]

LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Dodgers added right-handed pitcher Jimmie Sherfy to the active roster and optioned outfielder Zach Reks to Triple-A Oklahoma City.  Sherfy, 29, was claimed on Tuesday by the Dodgers from the San Francisco Giants . He was 1-0 with a 4.22 […]

The Toronto Blue Jays have reinstated LHP Ryan Borucki from the 60-day injured list (left forearm flexor strain) and he will be active for tonight’s game. To make room on the 40-man roster, RHP Joel Payamps has been designated for assignment. TORONTO BLUE JAYS & MLBpressbox.com

OAKLAND, Calif. – The Oakland A’s reinstated designated hitter Mitch Moreland from the injured list and designated first baseman/designated hitter Frank Schwindel for assignment, the club announced Friday. Moreland was batting .238 with six home runs and 22 RBI in 57 games when he was placed […]

Prior to Friday’s game, the Yankees made the following roster moves: Placed INF Luke Voit on the 10-day injured list (retroactive to 7/13) with left knee inflammation. Recalled INF Chris Gittens (#92) from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Placed C Kyle Higashioka, OF Aaron Judge and INF Gio Urshela on the Covid-19 injured list. Signed C Rob Brantly (#62) […]

The Washington Nationals announced the following roster moves on Friday. Nationals President of Baseball Operations and General Manager Mike Rizzo made the announcements: Agreed to terms on a Major League contract with catcher René Rivera Reinstated infielder Jordy Mercer from the 10-day Injured list Optioned […]

July 16th, 2021 The Office of the Commissioner of Baseball announced Friday that Washington Nationals infielder Starlin Castro has been placed on Administrative Leave under the Joint MLB-MLBPA Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Policy. Per the policy, the initial period of Administrative Leave may […]

***TICKETS DATED THURSDAY, JULY 15, WILL BE VALID ONLY FOR GAME 1 OF THE TUESDAY, AUGUST 17 DOUBLEHEADER AT 1:05 P.M.*** The New York Yankees on Friday announced that the previously postponed game on Thursday, July 15, between the Yankees and Red Sox has been […]

The postponement of Thursday’s game will be made up as part of a split doubleheader at Yankee Stadium on Tuesday, August 17th. The first game will be played at 1:05 p.m. (ET), followed by the previously scheduled 7:05 p.m. (ET) game. COURTESY MLB MEDIA RELATIONS & […]

CHICAGO – Prior to Friday night’s series opener vs. Houston, the Chicago White Sox announced the following five roster moves: • Reinstated LHP Aaron Bummer from the 10-day injured list; • Recalled RHP Reynaldo López from Class AAA Charlotte; • Optioned RHP Matt Foster and LHP Jace Fry […]

NEW YORK (July 18, 2021) — The National Hockey League announced today the Available and Protected Lists for the 30 NHL Clubs who will provide players to the Seattle Kraken in the 2021 NHL Expansion Draft presented by Upper Deck. The Kraken’s selection of 30 players, one from each […]

I Chych i Finishes as Runner-Up; Special GWC All-Star Edition of NHL Squads Streams Tuesday at 1 p.m. ET NEW YORK (July 17, 2021) – The NHL today announced that Samuel ‘Canadiens-27’ Landry captured the Honda NHL® West Division title of the 2021 NHL® Gaming World Championship™. The […]

NHL EXPANSION DRAFT NOTABLES * The oldest player to date selected in an NHL expansion draft is Bobby Hull, picked at age 40 by the Jets in 1979. Hull played 18 games with Winnipeg in 1979-80, notching 4-6—10. * Two 37-year-old goaltenders have been claimed in […]

NEW YORK (July 14, 2021) — The National Hockey League announced today the order of selection for the 2021 NHL Draft, which will be held virtually over two days. Round 1 will take place at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, July 23 (ESPN2, Sportsnet, SN NOW, TVA Sports). Rounds 2-7 […]

GWC Newcomer Keso_Paghuni Finishes as Runner-Up NEW YORK (July 10, 2021) – Repping the Dallas Stars, Division favorite and GWC veteran Matthew ‘Gren-35-’ Grenier, captured the Discover NHL® Central Division title of the 2021 NHL® Gaming World Championship™ this afternoon, the National Hockey League announced. With the win, […]

FEATURED GAMES    + Add to Calendar    THE LATEST Ultimate Highlight: Bucks take 3-2 lead in Finals Milwaukee powers back from a 16-point first-quarter deficit to win Game 5 in Phoenix for a 3-2 series lead. Holiday’s two-way masterpiece puts Bucks on precipice Milwaukee’s All-Defensive […]

THE FIRST WIN AT LOWER.com Field It wasn’t just the players who showed up  on Saturday night. Thousands of Black & Gold supporters came downtown witnessed the first win at the Club’s new home in the Arena district. The Columbus Crew returns this Wednesday, July […]

WEB LINK: https://bit.ly/3B1w9xZ Cincinnati Announces Move To Digital Ticketing CINCINNATI – The University of Cincinnati Department of Athletics will transition to digital ticketing for football, men’s and women’s basketball and baseball, starting in fall 2021. The Athletics Ticket Office will automatically move all season ticket accounts to mobile delivery. Nippert Stadium […]

FROM WIKIPEDIA COMMONS Gerry Thomas (February 17, 1922 – July 18, 2005) was a Canadian who moved to the US to become a salesman. He is sometimes credited with inventing the TV Dinner in 1952. Thomas, who worked for the Swanson food company in America in the 1950s and went […]

Saturday night’s game between the Padres and Nationals was suspended in the bottom of the sixth inning due to a shooting that took place at Nationals Park.  Gunshots from outside the park, near the third base gates, per reports, could be heard inside the ballpark, […]

Thursday, Jul 15, 2021 The last time Columbus and New York City FC faced off, Lucas Zelarayan delivered back-to-back free-kick goals to secure a 2-1 comeback road win over NYCFC at Red Bull Arena on May 22. The victory made it two straight wins against […]

Thursday, Jul 15, 2021 COLUMBUS – Major League Soccer today announced changes to the Columbus Crew’s road match against the Philadelphia Union in October. Originally scheduled for Oct. 2, the reigning MLS Cup champions will now take on the Union at Subaru Park in Chester, Pennsylvania on Sunday, […]

Thursday, Jul 15, 2021 New York City FC are on the road this weekend with a game against Columbus Crew. Here’s the Keys to the Match, presented by Tri-State Ford… Learn Your Lesson New York City FC’s last meeting with Columbus Crew was a frustrating […]

Tuesday, Jul 13, 2021 NEW YORK, N.Y., July 13, 2021 – New York City FC is pleased to announce that Morten Grahn has been named Academy Director, pending receipt of his work visa. Grahn joins NYCFC from FC Copenhagen where he has been in the club’s […]

Friday, Jul 16, 2021 New York City FC are on the road this weekend as they travel to Ohio to face Columbus Crew. Head Coach Ronny Deila will be without Brazilian forward Héber as he continues his recovery from the knee injury he suffered last […]

MLS Regular Season 2021 Columbus Crew vs New York City FC Saturday, July 17, 20217:30 p.m. ET Lower.com Field – Columbus, OH TV USA: YES Network / YES APPCommentary: Joe Tolleson/ Ian JoyRadio English: TuneIn; NYCFC.com/radioCommentary: Glenn Crooks / Matt LawrenceRadio Spanish: TuneIn; NYCFC.com/radioCommentary: Roberto […]

COLUMBUSCREW2021 REGULAR SEASON:(4-3-5, 17 pts.) NEW YORK CITYFC2021 REGULAR SEASON:(5-4-2, 17 pts.) Date: Saturday, July 17Match Time: 7:30 p.m. ETKickoff: 7:38 p.m. ETLocation: Lower.com Field (Columbus, Ohio)Regional TV: Bally Sports Ohio Neil Sika (play-by-play) Jordan Angeli (analyst)Brett Hiltbrand (sideline)97.1 The Fan [Radio]: Chris Doran (play-by-play)ColumbusCrew.com […]

Dayton, Ohio — The Dayton Dragons recognized CareSource and the CareSource Foundation as a “Community All-Stars” recipient during a special inning break of the Dragons game on Friday, July 9th at Day Air Ballpark.  The Dragons Community All-Stars Program honors individuals who have gone above and beyond […]

Dayton, Ohio — The Dayton Dragons recognized St. Vincent Supportive Services as a “Hometown Heroes” recipient during a special inning break of the Dragons game on Wednesday, July 7th at Day Air Ballpark.  The Dayton Dragons shine the spotlight on the military, past and present, through the Hometown […]

July 13 – July 18, 2021 Day Air Ballpark Dayton, Ohio **Back to Full Capacity** In accordance with the Governor’s elimination of COVID related health orders and restrictions, the Dayton Dragons have officially opened Day Air Ballpark to full stadium capacity. If you are fully vaccinated, […]

1760s BORN 1763: JOHN JACOB ASTOR (BUSINESSMAN) 1820s 1821: FLORIDA FORMALLY CEDED BY SPAIN TO THE U.S.200 Years Ago 1850s 1850: FIRST PHOTO TAKEN OF STAR OTHER THAN SUN (VEGA), HARVARD COLLEGE OBSERVATORY 1860s 1862: U.S. NATIONAL CEMETERY ACT PASSED 1867: IN BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, THE […]

The list of countries who will be competing for gold in men’s basketball in Tokyo. The 12-team field is set for men’s basketball at the Tokyo Olympic Games after the final spots were secured in qualifying tournaments on Sunday. Opening ceremonies for the Tokyo Olympics […]

LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed pitcher Walker Buehler and infielder Justin Turner were named to the 2021 Major League Baseball All-Star Game, which will take place on July 13 at Coors Field in Denver, CO. Buehler and Turner will join teammates Max Muncy and […]

July 15th, 2021 ATLANTA – The Atlanta Braves tonight acquired OF Joc Pederson from the Chicago Cubs in exchange for 1B Bryce Ball. Pederson, 29, batted .230 (59-for-256) with 11 home runs and a .718 OPS in 73 games for the Cubs this season. The […]

Milwaukee will honor the Negro Leagues with special guests and events July 15th, 2021 MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee Brewers will host the annual Negro Leagues Tribute Game, presented by Aurora Health Care®, on Saturday, July 24 at 6:10 p.m. against the Chicago White Sox. With the purchase […]

July 15th, 2021 PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks (@Dbacks, @LosDbacks) will host Native American Recognition Day, presented by Gila River Hotels & Casinos, on this Sunday, July 18 at Chase Field prior to the game against the Chicago Cubs. The event will recognize the Native […]

FLUSHING, N.Y., July 15, 2021 – The New York Mets today announced the team’s black jerseys will return on Friday, July 30 when the Mets host the Cincinnati Reds at 7:10 p.m. The Mets will wear their black Nike jerseys that night and all Friday nights […]

Legendary Catcher to be Immortalized with Bronze Statue Unveiling and Dedication Outside Busch Stadium, Uniform No. 23 to be Retired by Organization ST. LOUIS, Mo., July 15, 2021 – The St. Louis Cardinals organization announced today that it will pay tribute to National Baseball Hall of […]

ANAHEIM – The Angels on July 14, signed free agent outfielder Adam Eaton. In a corresponding 40-man roster move, LHP Dillon Peters has been designated for assignment. Eaton, 32, has appeared in 58 games for the White Sox this season, compiling 15 extra-base hits and 28 […]

To receive Reds Community Advocate Award Tickets on sale now for African American Community Night – Friday, July 16 Local entrepreneur Ricardo “Rico” Grant will be presented with a Reds Community Advocate Award on Friday, July 16. The ceremony will take place before the Reds […]

The Toronto Blue Jays have optioned RHP Anthony Castro to Triple-A Buffalo. COURTESY TORONTO BLUE JAYS & MLBpressbox.com

1480s BORN 1486: ANDREA DEL SARTO (PAINTER) 1550s DIED 1557: ANNE OF CLEVES (FOURTH WIFE OF KING HENRY VIII) 1660s BORN 1661: PIERRE LE MOYNE (FRENCH-CANADIAN EXPLORER) 1740s BORN 1746: GIUSEPPE PIAZZI (ITALIAN ASTRONOMER) 1790s 1790: CONGRESS ESTABLISHED THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA ON THE POTOMAC […]

Today, the Columbus Blue Jackets, the NHL, hockey fans and the country of Latvia paid tribute to goalie Matiss Kivlenieks, who had passed away 11 days earlier in a tragic fireworks accident. Kivlenieks’ mother, Astrida, his stepfather, sister and uncle traveled to Columbus for the […]

Today was all about the celebration of the life of Blue Jackets goalie Matiss Kivlenieks, who died tragically in a fireworks accident in Novi, Michigan earlier this month. The likeable and always smiling Kivlenieks, who signed with the Blue Jackets as an undrafted free agent […]

Today was one of the saddest days in the history of the Columbus Blue Jackets history when they had the memorial service for 24-year-old goalie Matiss Kivlenieks. A young man with so much promise and figured into the future of the 20-year-old franchise. The service […]

Every Year ST. SWITHIN’S DAY 1600s BORN 1606: REMBRANDT (ARTIST) 1770s BORN 1779: CLEMENT MOORE (WRITER) 1790s 1799: IN THE EGYPTIAN VILLAGE OF RASHID, FRENCH CAPTAIN PIERRE BOUCHARD FOUND THE ROSETTA STONE 1850s BORN 1850: SAINT FRANCES XAVIER CABRINI (MISSIONARY) 1870s 1870: GEORGIA BECAME THE […]

Usually when a player gets traded, depending on where he is in the USA, time zone, etc, he most times does not play the next game due to travel, and having to learn his new team’s system. Well, veteran forward Erik Hurtado is used to […]

FOLLOW OHIO FOOTBALL: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram  2021 Ohio Football Schedule ATHENS, Ohio — The Ohio football team has announced game times and television selections for its 2021 regular season schedule today in conjunction with the Mid-American Conference office.  Ohio’s 2021 non-conference slate is scheduled to include two nationally televised […]

FOLLOW OHIO FOOTBALL: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram  2021 Ohio Football Schedule | MAC Release ATHENS, Ohio — The Ohio football team has released its 2021 regular season schedule in conjunction with the Mid-American Conference office.   The Bobcats’ 12-game slate features six home games at Peden Stadium — including four Saturday dates. Homecoming […]

7/14/2021 ASSOCIATE HEAD COACH TIM ALBIN PROMOTED TO HEAD COACH FOLLOW OHIO FOOTBALL: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Athens, OH—Ohio University Head Football Coach Frank Solich announced today that he is stepping down from his position to focus on his health, after an unprecedented successful sixteen seasons leading the Bobcats, which included […]

Every Year BASTILLE DAY 1220s 1223: LOUIS VIII BECAME KING OF FRANCE UPON THE DEATH OF HIS FATHER 1790s 1791: THE PRIESTLEY RIOTS TOOK PLACE IN BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND 1850s 1853: THE FIRST WORLD’S FAIR TO BE HELD IN THE UNITED STATES OPENED IN NEW YORK […]

The University of Michigan hockey program is always loaded with tons of potential NHL talent. This year the crop includes defenseman Owen Power, center Matty Beniers and center Kent Johnson. Will be a sophomore next season is he elects to go back to school. Born: […]

Mon, Jul 12, 2021 Flyer Running Back One Of Just Nine To Repeat As Academic All-Americans AUSTIN, Texas – For the sixth consecutive year, the University of Dayton football program has a student-athlete named to the CoSIDA Academic All-America Team.  Junior running back Jake Chisholm was […]

NEW YORK (Monday, July 12, 2021) – Real Salt Lake midfielder Damir Kreilach has been voted the Major League Soccer Player of the Week for Week 12 of the 2021 MLS season. Kreilach scored two goals in Real Salt Lake’s 4-0 win against Vancouver Whitecaps FC […]

July 12, 2021 WEB LINK: https://bit.ly/2UJOrCZ CINCINNATI – University of Cincinnati left-handed pitcher Evan Shawver (Amherst, Ohio/Steele) was selected by the Colorado Rockies in the seventh round of the 2021 Major League Baseball Draft. The 6-0, 175-lb junior was taken with the 200th overall pick and is the second […]

JULY 12, 2021 COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets and family of Matiss Kivlenieks released the following information today regarding a memorial service and fund to honor the memory of the club’s goaltender, who passed away on July 4 at the age of 24: Memorial […]

NEW YORK (Tuesday, July 13, 2021) – The MLS Disciplinary Committee has found FC Cincinnati and Columbus Crew SC in violation of the Mass Confrontation Policy in the 26th minute of their match on Friday, July 9 ( VIDEO). Both clubs have been issued a warning for their […]

JULY 13, 2021 Draft Party will begin at 6 p.m. with numerous activities, including autograph sessions with CBJ players, alumni COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets invite fans to share in the excitement of the first round of the 2021 National Hockey League Draft at […]

Every Year BORN : JULIUS CAESAR (ROMAN STATESMAN) 1780s 1787: THE AMERICAN CONTINENTAL CONGRESS PASSED THE NORTHWEST ORDINANCE, ESTABLISHING THE PROCEDURE FOR THE CREATION OF NEW STATES 1790s BORN 1793: JOHN CLARE (POET) 1810s BORN 1816: GUSTAV FREYTAG (NOVELIST) 1830s 1836: CURRENT U.S. PATENT NUMBERING […]

Born: Jan 5, 2003 in Scarborough, Ontario 20-21: Played for Olten Position: LW Height: 6’0 Weight: 174 Shoots: Left Ranked #31 by International Scouting Services Othmann was on loan from the Ontario Hockey League this past season. He played in Switzerland against men in that […]

The 2021 MLB All-Star Game was supposed to be in Atlanta at Truist Park. But politics made Commissioner Robert Manfred to change the venue to one of MLB’s home run havens, Coors Field in Denver. This will be the first all-star game in two years […]

Baseball’s top sluggers will hit their moonshots during the twilight of Colorado’s Coors Field, home of the Colorado Rockies on the day before the All-Star Game. Mets first baseman Pete Alonso won the 2019 event. He became the sixth right-handed hitter in the past seven […]

7/12/2021 Lehigh Valley outfielder Matt Vierling, Jersey Shore right-hander Adam Leverett, Clearwater right-hander Victor Vargas and Reading infielder/outfielder Madison Stokes have been named Phillies Minor League Hitter, Co-Pitchers and Defender of the Month, respectively, for June. Vierling batted .382 (21-55) with a double, two triples, […]

7/12/2021 Ohtani’s Remarkable Season Continues as First Two-Way All-Star in History Becomes a Two-Way Starter while Leading Off in Baseball’s Midsummer Classic; Washington’s Scherzer to Make Fourth Career All-Star Game Start Denver, CO – Earlier today, the 2021 All-Star Game managers, Dave Roberts of the National […]

7/12/2021 Billye Aaron and Family Will Be in Denver to Celebrate His Life and Legacy DENVER – The world lost the great Henry “Hank” Aaron upon his passing in January 2021, but his inspirational life and legacy will be celebrated at Coors Field during All-Star […]

7/12/2021 Sixth Angels pitcher to start an All-Star Game ANAHEIM – Angels RHP Shohei Ohtani has been named the American League’s starting pitcher for the 2021 MLB All-Star Game. He will become the sixth Angels pitcher to start an All-Star Game, joining: Ken McBride (1963), Dean Chance […]

7/12/2021 OAKLAND, Calif. – The Oakland A’s optioned first baseman/designated hitter Frank Schwindel to Triple-A Las Vegas, the club announced today. Schwindel was selected from Las Vegas on June 29 and went 3-for-20 (.150) with a home run and three RBI in eight games with the […]

COLUMBUS, Ohio – A total of 26 members of the Ohio State men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams have earned College Swimmng & Diving Coaches Association of America (CSCAA) Scholar All-American honors for the 2020-21 season. To qualify for first-team Scholar All-America, student-athletes must have […]

COLUMBUS, Ohio – The goal of many collegiate baseball players is to hear their name called on draft night and have an opportunity to chase the dream of one day playing in the big leagues. This weekend, that dream will become a reality for over 600 […]

JULY 12, 2021 COLUMBUS, Ohio – Lexie Handley, a left-handed pitcher who spent the last three year at Auburn, will join the Ohio State softball program for the 2021-22 season, head coach Kelly Kovach Schoenly announced today. She will have one year of eligibility remaining. “Lexie will […]

Ever dreamed of being in Ohio Stadium, cheering on the Buckeye, during Saturdays in the fall? Now is your chance – and you get paid to be there! Ohio State Athletics will be hosting a Hiring Fair inside Ohio Stadium on July 14 and 15. […]

Every Year ORANGEMEN’S DAY (N.L., CAN.) 1530s DIED 1536: ERASMUS OF ROTTERDAM (WRITER & PHILOSOPHER) 1730s BORN 1730: JOSIAH WEDGWOOD (POTTER) 1800s DIED 1804: ALEXANDER HAMILTON (STATESMAN AND FOUNDING FATHER) 1810s BORN 1817: HENRY DAVID THOREAU (WRITER) 1840s DIED 1849: DOLLEY MADISON (U.S. FIRST LADY) […]

KANSAS CITY, MO. (July 10, 2021) – Kansas City Royals infielder/outfielder Whit Merrifield has been named to his second All-Star Game, Major League Baseball announced this morning. Merrifield, who also participated in the 2019 Midsummer Classic, will join Salvador Perez, representing the Royals at the 91st All-Star Game, set […]

HOUSTON, TX – Astros outfielder Michael Brantley and Astros RHP Ryan Pressly will not participate in the All-Star Game, which is scheduled for Tuesday at Coors Field in Denver, CO. Brantley will use the break to rest an injury (right side soreness) and Pressly has chosen […]

Boston Selects Right-Handed Pitcher Austin Brice from Triple-A Worcester BOSTON, MA – The Boston Red Sox today placed right-handed pitcher Matt Andriese on the 10-day injured list with right hamstring tendinitis. To fill Andriese’s spot on the active major league roster, the Red Sox selected right-handed pitcher Austin Brice from […]