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A conglomerate of automakers, mapmakers and suppliers has come together to get Japan’s roads mapped ahead of Tokyo’s Summer Olympics.

Cubs outfielder Matt Szczur watched Tim Tebow’s baseball workout last Tuesday on television and was curious to see how Tebow’s pursuit of baseball would fare after not playing competitively since his junior season at Nease High School in Florida in the spring of 2004 so he could pursue a football career. After all, Szczur was a two-sport standout at Villanova University and played baseball only because of the enjoyment. “Football…

The Braves have had “multiple” conversations about a potential “low risk” signing of Tim Tebow, GM John Coppolella confirmed. And their interest is more about the former Florida and NFL QB’s on-field potential than selling tickets at minor-league ballparks in SEC country. “We are interested in Tim because of his potential as a baseball player, not as a gate attraction,” Coppolella said (via ESPN.com). “We have spoken with his representatives multiple times and all…

Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email print comment RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif. – About an hour before first pitch, Clayton Kershaw sits in the middle of left field, not stretching. Two months since his last start, he’s alone, with his hat on and his knees bent, lost in thought. The crowd of reverent fans, many clad in Dodger blue with No. 22 on their backs, form a mass on the left-field wall and…

How did you spend summer vacation? Some members of Congress caught a baseball game, traveled the country campaigning and sat down for meeting after meeting with folks back home. Members of the U.S. House and Senate are set to return to Washington on Tuesday after seven weeks away that included both national party conventions and what they like to call a “district work period” — not to be mistaken for a…

We have a full main slate tonight, but only one pitcher is priced over $10,000. There are a staggering 23 pitchers under $8,000 on DraftKings tonight. Should we use two of the higher priced ones, or are there bargains at a lower price? Let’s check out the past stats for some insight. NOTE: these picks are based solely on statistics. Some players have never faced their opponents, or have very little…

In a Los Angeles barbershop taping a promotional spot for his new TV show, the country’s most divisive sports commentator was in an argument, naturally. There was Skip Bayless, igniting a fury by insisting that Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is overrated. A Super Bowl champion! A former MVP! The barbers and customers were apoplectic. It’s just the type of sports sacrilege Bayless uses to excite and enrage viewers….

Sports Direct is to put a workers’ representative on its board and offer shop staff guaranteed hours instead of zero-hours contracts after admitting a string of failings in an internal report. The company apologised for conditions at its warehouse, including a “six strikes” policy that put workers in fear of losing their jobs, as founder Mike Ashley said he wanted to give workers a voice at the highest level and…

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Caption Close Houston Texans receiver DeAndre Hopkins is on the cover of the upcoming Sports Illustrated. Browse through the photos to see other times Houston sports teams have been featured on Sports Illustrated covers. Houston Texans receiver DeAndre Hopkins is on the cover of the upcoming Sports Illustrated. Browse through the photos to see other times Houston sports teams have been featured on Sports Illustrated covers. Photo: Sports Illustrated DeAndre…

Following the controversial finish between John Hunter Nemechek and Cole Custer in Sunday’s NASCAR Camping World Trucks Series Chevrolet Silverado 250 at Canadian Tire Motorsports Park, NASCAR vice president Steve O’Donnell spoke about the incident. Nemechek was declared the race winner after taking out Custer at the start-finish line, and Custer showed his displeasure by charging Nemechek and tackling him in front of the flagstand. On Tuesday, O’Donnell was on…

A conglomerate of automakers, mapmakers and suppliers has come together to get Japan’s roads mapped ahead of Tokyo’s Summer Olympics.

NASCAR and Mars Chocolate North America are extending their 15-year-old partnership, FOXBusiness.com has learned. Continue Reading Below NASCAR will announce on Tuesday that it agreed to renew its sponsorship deal with Mars, the parent company of iconic brands such as M&M’s and Snickers. Under the agreement, which lasts through 2019, Mars will continue in its role as the Official Chocolate of NASCAR. Mars—the seventh-largest private company in America,…

When I was in seventh grade, there was a poetry contest at my school. The topic was the American flag and if you participated, you got extra credit. Spelling was not my strong suit so I needed all the extra credit I could get. I gave it a shot and get this, ended up taking third place. Won 50 bucks, which seemed like $500 back then. And still to this…

Cubs outfielder Matt Szczur watched Tim Tebow’s baseball workout last Tuesday on television and was curious to see how Tebow’s pursuit of baseball would fare after not playing competitively since his junior season at Nease High School in Florida in the spring of 2004 so he could pursue a football career. After all, Szczur was a two-sport standout at Villanova University and played baseball only because of the enjoyment. “Football…

The Braves have had “multiple” conversations about a potential “low risk” signing of Tim Tebow, GM John Coppolella confirmed. And their interest is more about the former Florida and NFL QB’s on-field potential than selling tickets at minor-league ballparks in SEC country. “We are interested in Tim because of his potential as a baseball player, not as a gate attraction,” Coppolella said (via ESPN.com). “We have spoken with his representatives multiple times and all…

Alex Anthopoulos is a “confirmed candidate” to take over the Twins’ soon-to-be-created position of president of baseball operations, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reports on Twitter. He becomes the first potential front office candidate clearly linked to the organization. Minnesota has reportedly begun a search to add both a PBOp as well as a general manager, adopting some form of the two-tiered front office structure that has become popular around the…

(iStock) “Did you see the game?” “Do you know the score?” “Can you believe that play?” These are common dude-to-dude icebreakers when two guys are sitting next to each other at a bar, getting to know one another at an office party, or mingling at a wedding reception. For most men, talking about sports is an easy way to instantly find non-controversial middle ground and start a conversation. Because what…

In a Los Angeles barbershop taping a promotional spot for his new TV show, the country’s most divisive sports commentator was in an argument, naturally. There was Skip Bayless, igniting a fury by insisting that Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is overrated. A Super Bowl champion! A former MVP! The barbers and customers were apoplectic. It’s just the type of sports sacrilege Bayless uses to excite and enrage viewers. The…