Product releases aren’t the only ways that car manufacturers, both traditional and novel, make headlines. Throughout this week, the automotive news cycle focused as much on current events such as Porsche’s new Nurburgring lap record, as it did on preparation for things to come, including Mercedes-Benz’s $ 1-billion investment in its Tuscaloosa, Ala., plant. What’s more, in the wakes of a series of devastating hurricanes, OEMs also have been in the news for their humanitarian efforts, just as NASCAR driver Jimmie Johnson has. Here are three stories that made headlines throughout the automotive world this week: Vacuum Manufacturer ... NESN.com
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Courtney Force Wins NHRA Qualifying Despite Huge Engine Explosion
Share this: Blown engines and success usually are mutually exclusive in racing — just ask Fernando Alonso. But that script was flipped by Courtney Force on Friday. During her first qualifying attempt for the NHRA New England Nationals in New Hampshire, the 28-year-old force experienced a massive engine explosion in her Advanced Auto Parts Chevrolet Camaro Funny Car. It mattered not, though, as Force still managed to post the top qualifying speed at 331.53 mph. Despite the ugly incident, Force was able to walk away from wreck, and eventually was cleared by the NHRA medical staff, according to For The Win. Didn't expect to be driving a @TeamChevy convertible at 330mph after my fuel line burst. 🔥But we stayed #1 qualifier for @AdvanceAuto team! — Courtney
Dontari Poe, Falcons Agree To Terms On Reported One-Year, $8M Contract
Share this: The defending NFC champions are doing everything in their power to get back to the Super Bowl. The Atlanta Falcons announced Thursday they have agreed to terms with free agent defensive tackle Dontari Poe. Poe’s contract is worth $8 million for one year but could increase to $10 million with incentives, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported, citing sources. A two-time Pro Bowler, Poe arguably was the top defensive lineman on the free agent market. The 6-foot-3, 346-pound nose tackle is an excellent run stopper and should improve an exciting defensive line that includes 2016 NFL sack leader Vic Beasley and defensive tackle Grady Jarrett. Poe also made headlines last season by throwing a perfect jump-pass for a touchdown — a highlight the Falcons
Lawrence Guy Reported Signing Isn’t Flashy, But He Could Help Patriots
Share this: As far as the New England Patriots official and reported moves so far this offseason go, the reported signing of defensive lineman Lawrence Guy won’t make the headlines that the Brandin Cooks trade made. But he still could play an important role on the 2017 Pats. Guy, who reportedly signed a four-year, $20 million contract to join New England, should give the Patriots some nice depth on their interior defensive line. Hear NESN.com Patriots beat writer Doug Kyed and NESN’s Jahmai Webster break down the Patriots’ latest moves in the video from “NESN Sports Today,” presented by People’s United Bank, above. More Stories Source link
Gladbach, Anderlecht, Celta and Lyon take headlines
Mönchengladbach and Anderlecht were among the most dramatic qualifiers as the UEFA Europa League round of 32 came to a close on Thursday.Thursday's UEFA Europa League round of 32 second legs (click for highlights)Ajax 1-0 Legia (agg: 1-0)APOEL 2-0 Athletic (agg: 4-3)Beşiktaş 2-1 Hapoel Beer-Sheva (agg: 5-2)Fiorentina 2-4 Mönchengladbach (agg: 3-4)Genk 1-0 Astra (agg: 3-2)København 0-0 Ludogorets (agg: 2-1)Lyon 7-1 AZ (agg: 11-2)Osmanlıspor 0-3 Olympiacos (agg: 0-3)Roma 0-1 Villarreal (agg: 4-1)Shakhtar Donetsk 0-2 Celta (aet, agg: 1-2)Sparta Praha 1-1 Rostov (agg: 1-5)Tottenha... UEFA.com - News
Yoan Moncada Headlines Four Red Sox On Midseason Top 100 Prospects List
The future looks bright for the Boston Red Sox. Even after trading a heap of prospects to the San Diego Padres for Craig Kimbrel over the winter, Boston entered the season with one of baseball’s best farm systems. The club’s top prospects have lived up to their potential through the first half of 2016, and they’re well represented in Baseball America’s midseason list of top 100 prospects. All told, four Red Sox prospects made the list, including four in the top 41 and three in the top 15. Oh, and a Sox prospect landed on the top spot with Yoan Moncada checking in at No. 1. Here are the four prospects who made the list.
Bruins First-Round Pick Dougie Hamilton Headlines List of 24 Rookies Who Will Attend Development Camp
It seems like it was yesterday that the Bruins were skating around Rogers Arena with the Stanley Cup high above their heads. But the B's development camp is set to get underway soon, as the team hopes to groom its next batch of Stanley Cup champions. This year's first-round pick Dougie Hamilton headlines the 24 players who will be in attendance. Others who will be skating at the development camp include David Warsofsky, Jared Knight and Ryan Spooner. The camp will take place Thursday, July 7 through Monday, July 11 at Ristuccia Memorial Arena in Wilmington, Mass. To check out more details about the camp, as well as get an update on Tomas Kaberle's free-agency status, check out the video above from NESN