D.C. United have acquired Venezuelan forward Jovanny Bolívar from Deportivo La Guaira in the Venzuelan first division on a one-year loan with the option for a permanent transfer. The 19-year-old forward will join the Black-and-Red pending receipt of his P-1 Visa and International Trade Certificate […]
D.C. United News: Acquired former Creighton & South Florida standout Brendan Hines-Ike from on loan from K.V. Kortrijk
D.C. United acquired center back Brendan Hines-Ike in March 2021 on a one-year loan from K.V. Kortrijk in the Belgian first division (Juniper Pro League). The American-born defender will join the Black-and-Red pending receipt of his International Transfer Certificate (ITC). “Brendan joins the club after […]
D.C. United News: Signs 2021 Draft choice Kimarni Smith
D.C. United in March of this year, signed forward Kimarni Smith after selecting the Clemson University standout with the fourth overall pick in the First Round of the 2021 MLS SuperDraft presented by adidas on Jan. 21. Smith is under contract for one year through […]
D.C. United News: Mateus Manoel named as Head of Performance
D.C. United announced in February of this year that Mateus Manoel will be the club’s Head of Performance. Manoel will focus on player fitness, nutrition, recovery, and injury prevention. “Mateus is at the forefront of sports performance in the league and we’re excited to welcome […]
Daily Almanac for Saturday, May 8, 2021
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Almanac for Friday, May 7, 2021
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NHL Playoffs Clinching scenarios for May 6
The NHL is providing 2021 Stanley Cup Playoffs clinching scenarios for each day’s slate of games. Thursday, May 6* The Canadiens have a clinching scenario today, detailed here. Click here for the playoff race update through games of May 5. COURTESY NHLmedia.com
Winnipeg Jets, the latest NHL to clinch a Playoff Berth; Fourth Year in a row
May 5, 2021 Ten #NHLStats about the Winnipeg Jets, who are headed to the postseason for a fourth straight year and sixth time in franchise history. 1. Winnipeg’s four consecutive playoff appearances date to 2018, when the Jets earned their first two series wins in franchise history to […]
Blue Jackets gets solid play in all phases in 4-2 win over Nashville
CBJ POST-GAME NOTES: BLUE JACKETS 4, PREDATORS 2 MAY 5, 2021 II VS. NASHVILLE PREDATORS II NATIONWIDE ARENA II 7 PM ET GAME AT A GLANCE GOAL SCORERSColumbus: PP – J. Roslovic (11), O. Bjorkstrand (16), M. Grigorenko (4), EN – O. Bjorkstrand (17)Nashville: T. Jeannot (4), C. Jarnkrok (13) GOALTENDERSColumbus: E. Merzlikins (30 […]
Ohio State Wrestling announces Staff additions
Bo Jordan is elevated to a full-time assistant and Logan Stieber steps into the volunteer assistant role COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio State wrestling head coach Tom Ryan has announced two changes to his coaching staff. With the departure of Tervel Dlagnev in March, Ryan has turned […]
The 2021 Spring Football League is upon us!
FROM WIKIPEDIA COMMONS The Spring League is an American football developmental league and scouting event (pro showcase) that began play in 2017 and was founded by Brian Woods. Aimed at professional athletes but not paying a salary or expenses, the league’s goal is to “serve as an instructional league and […]
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Nebraska guard Kobe Webster named to Academic All-District VII Team
Thu, May 6, 2021 Lincoln – Nebraska senior guard Kobe Webster was honored as one of five student-athletes named to the CoSIDA Academic All-District® VII team on Thursday. Webster, who graduated from Western Illinois in three years with a 3.75 GPA, is currently working on his master’s degree […]
Penn State Softball starts 10 games in 10 days with trip to Indiana
May 6, 2021 Penn State Starts Marathon of 10 Games in 10 Days with Trip to IndianaThe Nittany Lions are set for a four-game series at Indiana in Bloomington, Friday through Sunday UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – The Penn State softball team, under first-year head coach […]
Iowa Men’s Basketball places 3 Hawkeyes on Academic All-District Team
May 6, 2021 bit.ly/33poE4l IOWA CITY, Iowa — University of Iowa juniors Connor McCaffery and Joe Wieskamp, and incoming senior transfer Filip Rebraca were named to the CoSIDA Academic All-District Men’s Basketball First Team on Thursday. McCaffery, a native of Iowa City, is a finance major boasting a 3.61 grade point […]
Shocking, surprising, Angels DFA slugger Albert Pujols in final year of contract
5/6/21 ANAHEIM, CA – The Angels announced today that the Club has designated INF/DH Albert Pujols for assignment. “The Angels Organization proudly signed Albert Pujols in 2011, and are honored that he has worn an Angels jersey for nearly half of his Hall-of-Fame Career. Albert’s historical […]
Toronto Blue Jays roster moves
5/6/21 The Toronto Blue Jays have activated LHP Hyun Jin Ryu from the 10-day injured list (right glute strain) and he will start today’s game. RHP David Phelps has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a right lat strain. COURTESY TORONTO BLUE JAYS & MLBpressbox.com
Cleveland Indians announce inaugural Grand Slam Beerfest at Progressive Field on July 31
Festival will celebrate local and reginal craft beers, wines & cocktails 5/6/21 CLEVELAND, OH – The Cleveland Indians today announced the baseball themed Inaugural Grand Slam Beerfest at Progressive Field on Saturday, July 31, 2021. Fans will be able to choose between two different sessions to sample […]
St. Louis Cardinals announce roster moves
ST. LOUIS, Mo., May 6, 2021 – The St. Louis Cardinals announced prior to today’s series finale against the New York Mets that they have recalled outfielder Lane Thomas from Memphis (AAA). The team also announced that right-handed pitcher Johan Oviedo was optioned to Memphis, and left-handed pitcher Bernardo Flores, Jr., the […]
Minnesota Twins recall Devin Smeltzer
5/6/21 Lewis Thorpe optioned to Triple-A St. Paul MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL, MN – The Minnesota Twins announced today that they have recalled left-handed pitcher Devin Smeltzer from Triple-A St. Paul and optioned left-handed pitcher Lewis Thorpe to Triple-A St. Paul. Smeltzer has made one appearance for the Twins this season, working […]