1. Chelsea Transfer Rumors: Blues Shouldn't Overspend to Land Andre Schurrle

    In shocking news—well, rumors actually—Chelsea is prepared to splash a large amount of cash to add a big name, Bayer Leverkusen 's Andre Schurrle , to the club over the summer...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 1,867 reads 27 comments

  2. Boston Marathon 2013 Results: Men's and Women's Top Finishers

    Tragedy has struck at the Boston Marathon following the end of the race. UPDATE: Monday, April 15, at 3:30 p.m. ET by Timothy Rapp This year's race took a scary turn on Monday afternoon, as there were two explosions near the finish line...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 246,041 reads 8 comments

  3. Jackie Robinson Day 2013: How Sports World Is Honoring MLB Icon

    It was 66 years ago today that Jackie Robinson made his debut for the Brooklyn Dodgers, breaking Major League Baseball's long-standing color barrier. On Monday, every player from the 18 teams in action will wear the No...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 84 reads 0 comments

  4. English Premier League: Latest Rumors, Preview and Predictions for Week 34

    We're in the Premier League stretch run, folks, and this week's slate of games should answer quite a few questions about how both the top of the table and relegation zone will play out...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 2,242 reads 2 comments

  5. Boston Marathon 2013: American Men Won't End 3-Decade Drought at Famous Race

    The last time an American man won the Boston Marathon, Michael Jackson's "Billie Jean" was atop the Billboard charts, Jim Valvano's NC State team was fresh off of upsetting Houston's ...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 3,617 reads 0 comments

  6. How Brittney Griner Will Change the WNBA and Women's Sports

    Brittney Griner has the ability to be the Wilt Chamberlain of women's basketball. And she has the possibility to be much, much more than that for women's sports in general. Let's start with the former point...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 866 reads 2 comments

  7. Cristiano Ronaldo Must Be at His Best for Real Madrid to Beat Borussia Dortmund

    When Real Madrid faces Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League semifinals, you might think that the Spanish side is the prohibitive favorite to advance to the final. You would be incorrect, I'm afraid...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 4,694 reads 9 comments

  8. Lindsey Vonn's Ex-Husband Thomas Pokes Fun at Tiger Woods' Drop Penalty

    It seems everyone has an opinion on Tiger Woods ' drop penalty from Friday at the Masters, including Thomas Vonn. That's right—the ex-husband of Tiger's new girlfriend, Lindsey Vonn, posted the following on Twitter : Well then...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 158,614 reads 102 comments

  9. Chelsea vs. Manchester City: Score, Grades and Post-Match Reaction

    On a day when they feasibly could have scored five or six goals, Manchester City will nonetheless be pleased with a 2-1 victory over Chelsea, one that will send them to the FA Cup championship game...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 5,911 reads 58 comments

  10. Stoke vs. Manchester United: Score, Grades and Post-Match Reaction

    Manchester United took another step toward winning the Premier League title on Sunday, while Robin van Persie finally ended a scoring drought dating back to Feb. 10, as the Red Devils defeated Stoke City, 2-0...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 6,003 reads 29 comments

  11. Masters 2013: Updated Betting Odds for Augusta's Leaders Heading into Day 4

    The final day at this year's Masters has the potential to be a real doozy , as indicated by a group of players atop the leaderboard with very similar odds heading into Sunday...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 1,172 reads 0 comments

  12. Masters Schedule 2013: Definitive Guide to Second-Round Action

    For all of you golf junkies out there, can I make a recommendation? Take Friday off. There is a ton of Masters coverage available to you, and with my handy guide to the second-round ...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 270 reads 0 comments

  13. Masters TV Schedule 2013: Total Coverage Hub for Day 2

    Thursday at the Masters had plenty of surprise performers, one vibrant outfit and a tournament favorite who lived up to expectations. What will Friday bring? I don't know, but I do know you won't want to miss any of it...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 6,341 reads 0 comments

  14. Barcelona Handled Lionel Messi's Injury Perfectly vs. PSG

    It could have been a disaster. Barcelona could have started Lionel Messi and he could have re-aggravated his hamstring and been out for an extended period of time...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 5 reads 13 comments

  15. Cubs Prospect Jorge Soler Suspended 5 Games for Bat Incident

    Jorge Soler, arguably the most promising prospect in the Chicago Cubs farm system, was ejected from a Class-A game Wednesday night after charging toward the opposing team's dugout while wielding a bat...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 2,601 reads 0 comments

  16. Rubin Kazan vs. Chelsea: Score, Grades and Post-Match Reaction

    Chelsea made things more interesting than they probably needed to be but in the end advanced to the Europa League semifinals, 5-4 on aggregate, after losing to Rubin Kazan on Thursday, 3-2...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 8,622 reads 9 comments

  17. Jorge Soler's Ejection Puts Black Eye on Otherwise Excellent Start to Season

    Jorge Soler was having an excellent start to the season for the Class-A Daytona Cubs . But on Wednesday night, he ensured the start of his season would be remembered for a much more troubling incident...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 2,134 reads 13 comments

  18. Philadelphia Eagles Trade Running Back Dion Lewis to Cleveland Browns

    The overhaul of the Philadelphia Eagles' roster continues, as the team has reportedly traded running back Dion Lewis to the Cleveland Browns. From Adam Schefter of ESPN : UPDATE: Thursday, April 11 at 12:39 p...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 52,014 reads 85 comments

  19. Ohio State Spring Game 2013: Date, Start Time, TV Info and More

    The 2012 season was a bittersweet one for Ohio State and its fans. On one hand, the team finished 12-0, finished atop the Leaders Division and watch Braxton Miller develop into a true star who finished fifth in the Heisman voting...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 7,871 reads 2 comments

  20. Masters 2013: Betting Tips for Heading into First Day at Augusta

    It's a tradition unlike any other—betting on the Masters. Well, maybe that's not totally true—the Kentucky Derby, NCAA tournament, Super Bowl and pretty much every boxing ...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 1,029 reads 0 comments

  21. Frozen Four 2013 Bracket: Picks and Predictions for Each Matchup

    At this year's Frozen Four, one school will win the first national championship in its history. Of the four teams still standing in college hockey's postseason, three (UMass-Lowell, Quinnipiac , St...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 761 reads 0 comments

  22. Barcelona vs. PSG: Score, Grades and Post-Match Reaction

    Somehow, Barcelona always finds a way to win. Sure, Lionel Messi started on the bench. Sure, PSG had the better chances early and eventually took the lead in the opening moments of the second half...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 1,030 reads 2 comments

  23. Arsenal Transfer Rumors: Gunners Should Avoid Overpriced Keeper Asmir Begovic

    It seems like the worst-kept secret in European football is that Arsenal 's manager, Arsene Wenger , will look to add a new keeper during this summer's transfer window...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 5,004 reads 15 comments

  24. Lionel Messi Must Come off Bench vs. PSG If Star Isn't Healthy

    Barcelona finds itself in a pickle ahead of its Champions League clash against Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday afternoon. On one hand, Lionel Messi has been named to the squad and is a game-time decision to play...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 1,541 reads 2 comments

  25. Masters TV Coverage 2013: Where and When to Watch Major Championship

    It's a second-screen world, folks, and we're all swiping, streaming and downloading in it. If you think "a tradition unlike any other, The Masters" is exempt from keeping up with the times, well, you're underestimating one of golf's finest showcases...

    Timothy Rapp Written by Timothy Rapp about 2 months ago 8 reads 1 comments