Tuukka Rask was doing Tuukka Rask things Saturday at TD Garden, saving 25 of 26 shots in the Boston Bruins’ 3-1 victory over the New York Islanders. One particular save against Islanders star John Tavares stood out, though, and it earned Rask DCU Save of the Game honors. Check out the play in the video above. Thumbnail photo via Greg M. Cooper/USA TODAY Sports Images ...
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Celtics Wrap: James Harden, Rockets Spoil Boston’s Home Win Streak
James Harden, Michael Beasley and the Houston Rockets spoiled the Boston Celtics’ home win streak, upending the Celtics in a 102-98 road victory Friday night at TD Garden. Harden led all scorers with 32 points, while Beasley contributed 18 off the bench for the Rockets in what amounted to a sloppy, close game the entire time. Isaiah Thomas scored a team-high 30 points for the Celtics, while Jared Sullinger added 24 points of his own. The loss drops Boston to 39-27 on the season, snapping their 15-game home win streak and a streak of nine consecutive games in which it scored 100 or more points. They now sit just a half game ahead
Tom Brady’s New Contract Is One Of The Biggest Bargains In Sports
The NFL Players Association fought the good fight for Tom Brady in court, but the union might not be so happy with the New England Patriots quarterback after finding out his new contract details. While NFL free agents are signing exorbitant new contracts, Brady’s deal pays him $ 60 million over the next four seasons. He counts $ 14 million against the salary cap in 2016 and 2017 and $ 22 million against the cap in 2018 and 2019. He has base salaries of $ 1 million in 2016 and 2017 and $ 14 million in 2018 and 2019. Brady was set to earn $ 19 million over the next
2016 NFL Free Agency Live: Latest Rumors, News, Completed Contracts
4:40 p.m.: The Atlanta Falcons continue to make news in NFL free agency. 4:15 p.m.: NFL free agency officially has begun, and teams are making big splashes on the open market. 3:40 p.m.: The Rams seem to be keeping an important part of their linebacker group. Here’s another Rams news item. 3:30 p.m.: Philly has improved its offensive line. 3:27 p.m.: The Lions have been busy today. 3:25 p.m.: The Texans aren’t done with Brock Osweiler. 3:08 p.m.: Brock Osweiler leaving the Denver Bron...
Jonas Gustavsson’s Career Night, Incredible Stops Save Bruins In Tampa (Video)
Jonas Gustavsson made a career-high 42 saves Tuesday night in Tampa Bay, and it took every single one of them for the Boston Bruins to come away with a thrilling 1-0 overtime victory against the Lightning. One save in the second period stood out, though, earning Gustavsson DCU Save of the Game honors. Check out the highlight play in the video above. Thumbnail photo via Kim Klement/USA TODAY Sports Images ...
Ty Law: Tom Brady Can Play ‘As Long As He Wants,’ Has More Super Bowls In Him
Peyton Manning officially called it a career Monday, hanging up his cleats after 18 seasons and two Super Bowl titles.How much longer will it be before Tom Brady follows his longtime rival into the sunset? According to one of Brady’s former teammates, it might be a while.Former New England Patriots cornerback Ty Law told ESPN.com’s Joe McDonald on Monday that he can envision Brady playing until he no longer wants to — as long as the Patriots have the pieces in place to protect their surefire Hall of Fame quarterback. “Tom, the way he takes care of himself, he can go as long as he wants to go, as long as the organization keeps a supportin...
NFL Free Agency Live: Arian Foster, Doug Martin Among Top Players On Market
10:37 a.m.: The NFL free agency period finally is here. The league’s free agents officially hit the market at noon ET, and there could be some significant shakeups around the NFL. For example, a loaded group of free agent running backs that includes Doug Martin, Matt Forte, Lamar Miller, Arian Foster, Chris Ivory and more could change the dynamic on many teams. Plus, things already are heating up before free agency begins with some news from ESPN’s Dianna Marie Russini and Ed Werder. Click for the top free agents at every position>> Thumbnail photo via Troy Taormina/USA TODAY Sports Images ...