1. Eric Gryba Suspended 2 Games for Hit on Lars Eller

    Ottawa Senators defenseman Eric Gryba has been suspended two games by the NHL for his hit on Lars Eller in Thursday's win over the Montreal Canadiens in Game 1 of the two teams' ...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 17 days ago 6,736 reads 62 comments

  2. Kentucky Derby Odds 2013: Where Vegas Completely Missed the Mark

    As long-shots like I'll Have Another, Animal Kingdom and Mine That Bird have shown in recent years, Vegas doesn't always get it right when it comes to projecting how horses will fare at the Kentucky Derby...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 17 days ago 1,112 reads 0 comments

  3. Kentucky Derby 2013 Odds: Breaking Down Best and Worst Bets in This Year's Field

    The field of 20 horses has been set, post positions have been drawn and all that's left to do is crown a Kentucky Derby winner on Saturday evening at Churchill Downs...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 17 days ago 867 reads 0 comments

  4. Kentucky Derby 2013 Entries: Well-Trained Underdogs That Are Sure to Cause Havoc

    It's certainly no secret that betting favorites have struggled to get over the hump at the Kentucky Derby in recent years, including Bodemeister , who was upended by underdog I'll Have Another in last year's Run for the Roses...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 17 days ago 1,837 reads 0 comments

  5. Kentucky Derby 2013 Horses: Long Shots to Avoid at Churchill Downs

    The Kentucky Derby has been dominated by long shots in recent years, highlighted by I'll Have Another's improbable win at Churchill Downs a year ago. Unfortunately, not every long-shot pick is as smart as it is bold...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 18 days ago 1,695 reads 0 comments

  6. Kentucky Derby 2013 Lineup: Horses That Will Struggle with Difficult Draw

    History tells us that a horse's starting post at the Kentucky Derby can influence how it fares over the 1 1/4-mile dirt track at Churchill Downs...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 18 days ago 2,718 reads 0 comments

  7. Mario Gotze Must Be in Top Form for Borussia Dortmund to Win Champions League

    Borussia Dortmund couldn't be pitted against a more determined squad in this May's UEFA Champions League final at Wembley , and that's why banged-up midfielder Mario Gotze ...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 18 days ago 2,622 reads 4 comments

  8. Rafael Nadal Must Be the Favorite to Win Third Career Title at 2013 Madrid Open

    Coming off an impressive win at the ATP Barcelona Open last weekend, Rafael Nadal enters next week's outdoor clay-court tournament in Madrid as the favorite to win another title in Spain's capital city...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 18 days ago 10,275 reads 192 comments

  9. Chelsea vs. Basel: Live Stream Info for Europa League Semifinal

    Nearly a year after winning the 2011-12 UEFA Champions League title, English football powerhouse Chelsea will aim to secure a berth in the 2012-13 UEFA Europa League final on Thursday as the Blues play host to FC Basel at Stamford Bridge...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 18 days ago 3,091 reads 23 comments

  10. Mayweather vs Guerrero: Everything You Must Know for Weigh in and PPV Main Event

    The excitement and anticipation is rapidly building as Saturday's welterweight title fight between undefeated Floyd Mayweather Jr. (43-0, 26 KOs) and Robert Guerrero (31-1-1, 18 KOs) draws closer...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 18 days ago 1,928 reads 4 comments

  11. 2013 Kentucky Derby: Pattern of Favorites Losing Makes Long-Shots More Desirable

    It's been five years since Big Brown won the Kentucky Derby as the betting favorite in 2008. Since then, the past four Kentucky Derby champions have overcome long odds to win the ...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 18 days ago 343 reads 0 comments

  12. NHL Playoffs 2013: Showcasing Must-Watch Players This Postseason

    There are a handful of NHL superstars competing for the Stanley Cup championship this postseason, but only a select few who can be considered must-watch talents this time of year...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 19 days ago 1,205 reads 2 comments

  13. 2013 NFL Draft Results: Late-Round Selections Who Will Make a Huge Impact

    It's not always when you're drafted but where you wind up that makes all the difference for an NFL rookie...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 19 days ago 14,760 reads 16 comments

  14. What Tim Tebow Must Do to Improve Throwing Mechanics

    No one has ever questioned Tim Tebow as a leader or a winner, but when it comes to the polarizing quarterback's ability to drive an NFL offense down the field, there are serious doubts...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 19 days ago 1,524 reads 10 comments

  15. Kentucky Derby 2013 Post Positions: Power Ranking the Best Slottings to Have

    Post position plays a vital role in how trainers prepare, how jockeys ride and how bettors wager every year at the Kentucky Derby...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 19 days ago 10,683 reads 0 comments

  16. 2013 NFL Draft Grades: Overall Report Cards for All 32 Franchises

    There's no going back now. The 2013 NFL draft is in the books. The selection process is history and all that's left to do is see how each NFL rookie pans out at the next level...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 19 days ago 2,669 reads 0 comments

  17. Kentucky Derby Post Draw: Complete Date and TV Schedule for Release

    While it's not how you start but how you finish that counts, it can often be where a horse starts at the Kentucky Derby that determines how it fares in the opening leg of horse racing's Triple Crown...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 19 days ago 3,619 reads 1 comments

  18. Kentucky Derby 2013 Post Positions: Breaking Down Most and Least Favorable Slots

    The 2013 Kentucky Derby picture will get a whole lot clearer on Wednesday, as the post draw is set to be released...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 19 days ago 833 reads 0 comments

  19. NHL Playoff Bracket 2013: Scorching-Hot Teams That Will Make Deep Runs

    Put away the razors and shaving cream and get ready—playoff hockey has arrived. The 16-team field for the 2013 NHL playoffs are set, and now all that's left to do is to watch the two-month-long journey unfold...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 20 days ago 7,102 reads 0 comments

  20. Manny Pacquiao Must Apply More Focus on Boxing If He Hopes to Return to Top

    It's no secret. Dominating at boxing's highest level requires unrivaled commitment and focus. And at age 34, Manny Pacquiao can no longer afford to juggle multiple tasks and be ...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 20 days ago 5,948 reads 7 comments

  21. Kentucky Derby Field 2013: Showcasing Most Decorated Horses

    A field of 20 horses will take to the track this weekend for the 139th Run for the Roses, better known as the 2013 Kentucky Derby ...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 20 days ago 577 reads 0 comments

  22. Cristiano Ronaldo Must Play Physically for Real Madrid to Beat Borussia Dortmund

    Real Madrid superstar Cristiano Ronaldo must set the tone early for his club on Tuesday against Borussia Dortmund if Los Blancos hope to overcome their mighty deficit and advance to the UEFA Champions League final...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 20 days ago 1,034 reads 1 comments

  23. NBA Playoffs 2013: Highlighting MVP Candidates from First-Round Action

    The 2013 NBA playoffs are heating up as the first round gets set to conclude this weekend. But already, basketball fans have been treated to some memorable individual performances, including a few from a first-time playoff star out West...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 20 days ago 1,996 reads 6 comments

  24. Kentucky Derby 2013: Latest Buzz Heading Toward Epic Race at Churchill Downs

    The 2013 Kentucky Derby field is taking shape, and all that's left to do is race. Every year on the first Saturday in May, the focus of the sports world shifts to Louisville, specifically Churchill Downs and the 1...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 20 days ago 1,041 reads 0 comments

  25. NHL Playoff Matchups 2013: Previewing Top Must-See, First-Round Series

    The puck drops on the 2013 NHL playoffs Tuesday, as 16 teams began the two-month-long journey to earn the right to shave their playoff beards and hoist the Stanley Cup as champions...

    Patrick Clarke Written by Patrick Clarke about 21 days ago 2,605 reads 3 comments