Share this: LAS VEGAS — Valentina Shevchenko had lots to say about Amanda Nunes’ decision to pull out of their UFC 213 women’s bantamweight championship fight Saturday night. Shevchenko, the top-ranked contender, posted a statement on Instagram shortly after UFC 213 started at T-Mobile Arena, and she unpacked her frustration about Nunes. A bad weight cut certainly makes sense, as “illness” was cited for Nunes’ exit, although she hasn’t commented. However, UFC president Dana White later said Nunes was medically cleared to face Shevchenko, so who knows what’s happening behind the scenes. What isn’t happening is UFC 213’s biggest draw, and the UFC offered fans a full refund of their tickets if they desired. Thumbnail photo via Mark J. Rebilas/USA TODAY Sports Images Related NESN.com
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NHL Awards 2017 Results: Patrice Bergeron, Connor McDavid Among Winners
Share this: Las Vegas was a happening place Wednesday night. In addition to the Vegas Golden Knights building their roster through the 2017 NHL Expansion Draft at T-Mobile Arena, the best players from the 2016-17 season were honored at the NHL Awards. Boston Bruins center Patrice Bergeron was among the big winners when he made history by tying Montreal Canadiens legend Bob Gainey with his fourth Frank J. Selke Award for the best defensive forward. Here’s a full look at the award winners from Wednesday night. Ted Lindsay Award, Hart Trophy — Connor McDavid, C (Edmonton Oilers)Selke Trophy — Patrice Bergeron, C (Boston Bruins)Norris Trophy — Brent Burns, D (San Jose Sharks)King Clancy Memorial Trophy, Mark Messier NHL Leadership Award — Nick Foligno, LW (Columbus Blue Jackets)NHL
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Mertens motoring at NapoliChristmas seems to be coming at the wrong time for Dries Mertens, scorer of seven goals in Napoli's last two games, including four in Sunday's 5-3 defeat of Torino – the first three constituted Serie A's fifth fastest hat-trick. "I still have to understand what I did," said Mertens, who scored four and set up three in this autumn's UEFA Champions League group stage. His fourth against Torino, a wonderful lob, drew comparisons with a notable Napoli old boy. "Maradona?" said the 29-year-old. "I think I have a way to go yet ..."Marseille and the power of suggestionHypnosis apparently helped French striker André-P... UEFA.com - News