Share this: Brock Lesnar has yet to be punished by the UFC for failing two drug tests, much to the chagrin of UFC 200 opponent Mark Hunt. And on Tuesday, TMZ learned that the WWE won’t be putting the hammer down on Lesnar at all. The reason? Lesnar is not a full-time performer for the WWE. “WWE’s talent wellness program does not apply to part-time performers such as Brock Lesnar,” a WWE spokesperson told TMZ. An official also stated that the WWE is a “show business” and that its wellness program was intended to keep full-time performers healthy. Lesnar has only fought in 19 matches for the WWE dating back to 2014. The average full-time WWE wrestler fights in more than 200 matches annually. This means
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Brock Holt Back In Red Sox’s Lineup Vs. Angels; Hanley Ramirez Sits
BOSTON — Brock Holt is going right back to work. The Red Sox utility man came off the disabled list, where he had been since he suffered a concussion May 19, Friday and already is back in Boston’s lineup against the Los Angeles Angels. Holt will play left field and bat sixth. Hanley Ramirez is absent from Friday’s lineup after tweaking his back Wednesday against the Tampa Bay Rays. Red Sox manager John Farrell said whether Ramirez is available off the bench will be a game-time decision. In the meantime, Travis Shaw moves over to first base and will bat second, while Marco Hernandez will play third and bat ninth. Steven Wright is on the
Brock Holt Back In Red Sox’s Lineup For Series Opener Vs. Yankees
BOSTON — The Red Sox open their first series against the New York Yankees on Friday, and they get to do it in the friendly confines of Fenway Park. Brock Holt is back in the lineup after getting a day off against the Atlanta Braves on Thursday, and he’ll play in left field and bat in his usual No. 7 spot in the order. Catcher Ryan Hanigan also will take over behind the plate for left-hander Henry Owens and bat eighth. Owens made his Major League Baseball debut against the Yankees on Aug. 4, 2015, and he’ll be looking for some revenge after the Red Sox ended up going down 13-3 in that game. Owens
Red Sox Notes: Dustin Pedroia, Brock Holt Set Tone At Top For Boston
by Zack Cox on Sat, Jun 6, 2015 at 1:18AM BOSTON — The Red Sox received a great deal of pop from the top Friday night in their win over the Oakland A’s. Dustin Pedroia and Brock Holt, the Nos. 1 and 2 batters in Boston’s order, went a combined 5-for-8 with two doubles in the 4-2 victory, providing nearly half of the team’s 11 hits and scoring two of its four runs. “They did (set the tone),” manager John Farrell said. “Five hits combined, some good energy on the basepaths. Pedey, who’s had good success agains...
Brock Holt’s Success Brings To Mind Other Top Utility Players (Photos)
Brock Holt seemingly can do it all. Utility players have become extra important in recent years with Major League Baseball teams looking for every avenue possible to exploit matchup advantages and keep regulars fresh. Holt has thrived in a super utility role with the Boston Red Sox, making him a very valuable commodity. Holt was the only player in MLB last season to start at first base, second base, third base, shortstop, left field, right field and center field. He also became the first Red Sox player ever to accomplish the feat, which is saying something given the organization’s illustrious history. Holt’s versatility alrea...
Kole Calhoun Robs Brock Holt Of Home Run With Incredible Catch (Video)
Brock Holt has been robbing major league hitters all season, regardless of which position he’s playing. The Boston Red Sox’s superutility player received a taste of his own medicine Tuesday. Holt tattooed a fly ball back toward the right field wall in the second inning of the Red Sox’s game against the Los Angeles Angels at Fenway Park. The deep drive looked destined to land in the Angels’ bullpen, but Kole Calhoun had other plans. Calhoun raced back, timed his jump perfectly and absolutely robbed Holt with an incredible leaping catch. The impressive grab deprived Holt of a three-run homer, as Mookie Betts doubled and Christian Vazquez walked before Calhoun’s game-changing play. Next Article >> Angels Acquire Closer Huston Street...