Former Alabama linebacker Rowdy Harrell, a pit crew member on Alex Bowman’s team at Hendrick Motorsports, died in a crash that also killed his newlywed wife.
David Beckham Earns More Playing in a Soccer Video Game Than He Did on the Field
David Beckham is making substantially more per year from a video game bearing his name than he did in his time playing for Manchester United.
MLS Has Problems That Go Far Beyond the Pandemic
Major League Soccer has been hurt by empty stadiums during the pandemic and faces further financial issues once the pace of expansion slows.
Bernard Tomic Once Lost His Wimbledon Prize Money for Not Meeting the ‘Required Professional Standard’
German-Australian tennis player Bernard Tomic is no stranger to controversy. Tomic and his ‘professional standard’ had a Wimbledon to forget in 2019.
The Toronto Raptors Are Considering a New Possibility for Their Next Home City
The Toronto Raptors need a place to play for the 2020-21 NBA season. There is now a new possibility that the Raptors are considering.
Sean Connery Turned Down Manchester United Before His Acting Career Began
Legendary actor Sean Connery, who passed away Saturday at the age of 90, once turned down playing for Manchester United.
Boxing Champ Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Just Absorbed a $750,000 Beating
Former world boxing champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. says he lost $750,000 in valuables to a burglary at his Los Angeles home.
Joe Buck Is About to Show Why He’s the Hardest-Working Man in Sports
Television broadcaster Joe Buck is about to show the world why he is the hardest-working man in all of sports.
The Fire on Ice Pretty Much Sums up the Bizarre 2020 Sports World
The video of the Zamboni that caught fire while resurfacing the ice is the latest entry into the contest for the most bizarre sports story of 2020.
Craig Carton Made Over $2 Million Per Year — Then Lost It All in a Ponzi Scheme
Craig Carton had it all when he worked with Boomer Esiason on WFAN in New York. Carton later went to prison for his role in a Ponzi scheme.
Former WNBA Star Cappie Pondexter Found After Disappearance, Battery Arrest in California
Former WNBA star Cappie Pondexter, who last played for the Indiana Fever in 2018, was found after she was reported missing. Here’s the latest.
And the Sports Team Owner Who Made the Biggest Political Contribution Is …
Sports team owners are millionaires and in many cases billionaires. Many of them make large political contributions. Here’s a look at some of the biggest spenders.
There’s 1 Crucial Question About the French Open’s Match-Fixing Investigation
A suspicious betting pattern has raised concern about the possibility of a match being fixed at the French Open tennis tournament.
Al Michaels’ First Job in Sports Was With the LA Lakers, Who Fired Him After Just Four Games
Legendary broadcaster Al Michaels got his first job in professional sports with the Los Angeles Lakers, who fired him after just four games.
‘I’m a Basket Case,’ NBA Analyst Jeff Van Gundy Admits
ABC and ESPN analyst Jeff Van Gundy admits he is eager to close up shop at the NBA bubble and return home. The big question is whether there is a return to coaching in his future.
UFC Champ Valentina Shevchenko Got Paid To Beat up Actress Halle Berry
UFC champion Valentina Shevchenko helped train Halle Berry for her role in ‘Bruised,’ a movie about a mixed martial arts fighter.
Neymar Dumped Nike and Just Scored Soccer’s Most Golden Goal of All
Neymar has doubled the value of his shoe contract by leaving Nike for a rival brand.
Lionel Messi Just Got the Go-Ahead to Earn His Next Billion Dollars
Barcelona star Lionel Messi has won a protracted trademark dispute over his name.
Former ESPN’s Jemele Hill and Cari Champion’s Close Friendship Led Them to Start Their Own Show
Cari Champion and Jemele Hill have develped a strong friendship over the years and now the two former ESPN stars have their own show.
Joe Buck’s Hall of Fame Honor Came on an Important Family Anniversary
Fox Sports announcer Joe Buck learned of his Pro Football Hall of Fame honor on the 19th anniversary of one of the most famous moments in the career of his father, Jack Buck.
Mike Tirico’s Net Worth Grows Each Time He Becomes ‘the Next Man up’
NBC Sports announcer Mike Tirico has succeeded Dan Patrick, Bob Costas, and Al Michaels in major roles during his career.
President Trump Blasts NFL and Blames Low Ratings on League’s National Anthem Stance
The NFL Week 1 prime time ratings are down and President Trump is blaming the drop on the league changing its position on kneeling during the national anthem.
The Question ‘Who Was the First Pro Athlete to Make $1 Million In a Single Season?’ Has a Tricky Answer
The question ‘Who was the first professional athlete to make a million dollars in a single season?’ doesn’t have a simple answer.
Cyclists in France Endured a Freak Hailstorm in the Middle of a Race
Outdoor sports leagues often have to contend with the capricious ways of mother nature. From rain to snow, to intense heat and cold, athletes are often asked to perform in conditions that are far from ideal. In some cases, extreme weather may even cause an event to be delayed or canceled. Rarely, however, does it put athletes …
John Thompson, Longtime Georgetown Basketball Coach, Dead at 78
John Thompson, the legendary Georgetown Hoyas men’s basketball coach and a major figure in the history of college basketball, died at age 78.
The Tragic Death of Former NFL Running Back Damien Nash Who Died After a Charity Basketball Game
Damien Nash was an NFL running back who spent two season in the league with the Titans and Broncos. He tragically died in 2007 after a charity event.
Trump 2020 NASCAR Team Will Continue to Race on Goodyear Tires
The NASCAR Cup Series car promoting the Donald Trump 2020 re-election campaign races on Goodyear tires.
UFC Star Jon Jones Wants More Money, So Dominick Reyes Just Cashed In, Too
With Jon Jones out of the picture, Dominick Reyes is positioned to win the UFC light heavyweight championship.
Watch the Least-Likely Hole-In-One You’ll See a Golfer Make in 2020
An Oregon woman made her first hole-in-one with the help of her putter.
Pro Wrestler Sonya Deville Has Broken New Ground in the WWE
Sonya Deville has been open in discussing her sexual orientation since joining the WWE in 2015.
The Baseball Hall of Fame Committed an Unforgivable Snub
Buck O’Neil was a star player and a manager for the Kansas City Monarchs in the Negro Leagues. A Hall of Fame committee didn’t include him on a list with 17 others to be inducted in 2006.
The Tragic Death of Former NFL Player Dan Williams Father Who Was on His Way to Attend 1 of Williams’ Game
Former NFL player Dan Williams father died in a car accident while traveling to New Orleans to watch his son play.
The NBA Put Its Money Where Its Mouth Is and Helped Make Progress in the Fight Against COVID-19
In March, the coronavirus brought the NBA season to a grinding halt. Now, the league is using its resources to help fight the disease.
What Happened to Don Cherry After He Lost His Job on ‘Hockey Night in Canada?’
After criticizing “you people” in November 2019, Don Cherry lost his job on ‘Hockey Night in Canada.’ What’s Grapes up to now?
Stipe Miocic’s Net Worth Means the UFC Star Won’t Tap Out in Retirement
Stipe Miocic’s net worth exploded with the help of his first two UFC heavyweight fights against Daniel Cormier.
A Phony Feud with Wrestler Jerry Lawler Preceded Andy Kaufman’s Tragic Death
Stand-up performer and TV comic Andy Kaufman dabbled in professional wrestling by feuding with Jerry Lawler.
Former No. 1 Draft Pick Mario Williams Created His Own Cereal During His NFL Career
Former No. 1 draft pick Mario Williams decided to create his own cereal while he was playing for the Buffalo Bills.
Have Any WNBA Players Scored 50 Points in a Game?
The 50-point mark is an extremely rare single-game feat in basketball. Plenty of NBA players have done it, but what about in the WNBA?
Who Is the WNBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer?
Prolific scorers like Diana Taurasi, Lisa Leslie, and Sue Bird have dominated the league. Who is the WNBA’s all-time leading scorer?
Sheryl Swoopes, the First Woman to Sign a WNBA Contract, Helped Pave the Way for Women in Basketball
Sheryl Swoopes had a Hall of Fame Career during her time in the WNBA. She continues to impact many people even away from the sport.
Disgraced Cyclist Lance Armstrong Is Now Tied to a New Controversy
A Texas bike shop founded by Lance Armstrong has cut ties with the local police department in sympathy with the Black Lives Matter movement.
Former NBA Champion Boris Diaw Continues to be Involved in the Game of Basketball
Boris Diaw played on some successful teams during his NBA career and he won a title with the Spurs. In France, he continues to be involved in basketball.
The New York Rangers Just Got an Assist From Beyond the Grave for the 2nd Straight NHL Draft Lottery
On Monday Night, the New York Rangers struck gold in the NHL Draft Lottery. For the second straight season, they may have gotten an assist from beyond the grave.
Where Did T.J. Warren Play in College?
T.J. Warren has been one of the best players during the NBA restart. Warren has put up big numbers and that’s something he’s done since college.
LaMelo Ball Won’t Fit with Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks, Here’s Why
LaMelo Ball will be a top pick in the 2020 NBA draft. The Atlanta Hawks believe he’s the top prospect but will he be a good fit for them?
Paul George and Dame Lillard Go at It on Social Media
Paul George and Damian Lillard have a history. The two went on social media and had a few choice words for each other.
Manny Pacquiao’s Father Killed and Ate the Boxing Champion’s Dog
Multi-time world boxing champion Manny Pacquiao’s autobiography details the story of his father killing and eating the future boxer’s dog.
Draymond Green Let the World Know That He Might Be Trying to Get Devin Booker to the Warriors
Draymond Green wants Devin Booker out of Phoenix. Does that mean he wants Booker to join the Warriors in the future?
Who Is the Los Angeles Clippers’ All-Time Leading Scorer?
The Los Angeles Clippers haven’t had very many great teams throughout the years. So, who is the team’s all-time leading scorer?
Knicks Coach Tom Thibodeau Had a Conversation With Kobe Bryant Not Too Long Before Bryant Passed Away
Tom Thibodeau had the chance to have a conversation with Kobe Bryant almost a week and a half before Bryant passed away.
Indiana Pacers Star Victor Oladipo Competed in a Popular Singing Competition
Victor Oladipo has had success during his NBA career. He’s also had success as a singer and he competed in a popular singing competition.