Matt Calvert Gets 36 Stitches, Later Scores Game-Winner For Blue Jackets

Share this: Hockey players often are labeled as the toughest athletes in sports, and Columbus Blue Jackets forward Matt Calvert did his best to prove that to be true in Friday’s game against the New York Rangers. It started with a blocked shot in the second period that swept him off his feet. The puck hit Calvert in the face, opening his face like a faucet and leaving a pool of blood on the ice. The wound required 36 stitches. [embedded content] He returned to the game (because he’s a hockey player) and remarkably scored scored the eventual game-winning goal for the Blue Jackets in the third period. [embedded content] Calvert’s toughness is one of the hallmarks of this Columbus squad. Unfortunately for the Blue Jackets, that’s

USA Men’s Soccer Needs Major Overhaul After Pathetic Loss To Costa Rica

Share this: The United States men’s national team turned in one of the most embarrassing performances in the nation’s history — in any sport — on Tuesday night in a 4-0 loss to Costa Rica. Yes, it was even worse than the men’s hockey team in September’s World Cup of Hockey tournament. Team USA has had its ups and downs under German manager Jurgen Klinsmann, but this loss to a much-inferior opponent in World Cup qualifying is by far the low point. The Americans now are 0-2-0 with zero points in CONCACAF qualifying for the 2018 World Cup, and Tuesday’s defeat was their worst in WC qualifying since 1957. The #USMNT: – Has lost consecutive World Cup qualifiers for 1st time since 2001.– Has worst shutout loss

Fantasy Football Waiver Wire: Five Must-Drop Players Entering Week 11

Fantasy Football Waiver Wire: Five Must-Drop Players Entering Week 11

The playoff race is heating up in the NFL and in fantasy football leagues across the country. But, as the regular season draws to a close, it’s time to make some tough decisions and drop underperforming players. So, to help you with that dilemna, here are five players you should consider dropping this week to make room for these guys. Case Keenum, QB, Los Angeles RamsIt’s finally happening. The Los Angeles Rams have decided to bench Keenum and finally start rookie No. 1 pick Jared Goff at quarterback. Obviously that means you should bench Keenum in fantasy, but if he’s been your starter, then your season probably will be o... NESN.com

How Are Patriots Planning On Enjoying Their Time Off During Bye Week?

Share this: Sorry, New England Patriots fans, but there’ll be no football for the Pats this weekend. The Patriots are on a bye, which means the players and coaches have a chance to enjoy some time with their families and recharge for the stretch run. Hear what some of the players had to say about their bye week plans, as well as the latest on the Patriots from NESN’s Adam Pellerin and Jermaine Wiggins in the video from “NESN Live,” presented by Cross Insurance, above. Thumbnail photo via Timothy T. Ludwig/USA TODAY Sports Images More Stories Source link

NFL Injury Report: Tracking Week 7 Fantasy Football Injuries For Notable Stars

Share this: We’re nearing the halfway point of the NFL season, and injuries are starting to take their toll. The beginning of the Week 7 slate saw Chicago Bears quarterback Brian Hoyer go down with a broken arm Thursday night, and another starting signal-caller will be out Sunday in the Pittsburgh Steelers’ Ben Roethlisberger. But there are plenty of other players who may be on the fence, and we’ll track the status of those players here so you can set your fantasy football lineups accordingly. 11 p.m.: Seattle Seahawks linebacker Bobby Wagner briefly left with an injury, but returned to the game. 9:15 p.m.: Arizona Cardinals cornerback Patrick Peterson seemed to hurt his back early in the game, and sprinted to the locker room to

Fantasy Football Podcast: Week 7 Predictions With NFL Media’s Adam Rank

Share this: A string of injuries present a number of questions for fantasy football owners as we head into Week 7 of the NFL season. NFL Media’s Adam Rank joins NESN.com’s Rachel Holt to discuss what surprising quarterback is worth starting, what breakout running back you may still be able to pick up, and how a number of injuries affect star players. Listen in the player above. More Stories Source link

Fantasy Football Podcast: Quarterbacks Are An Issue In Week 7

Share this: Quarterbacks remain a big question for fantasy football owners as we head into Week 7. Adam Meyer of FOX Sports joined NESN.com’s Rachel Holt to discuss who to start in Week 7, how to replace key players on their bye week, and how one team’s offense is completely disrupted by an injury. Listen in the player above. More Stories Source link