Cardinals ink Martinez to five-year deal
(Reuters) – All-Star pitcher Carlos Martinez has signed a five-year contract with the St. Louis Cardinals worth a reported $51 million, according to multiple media outlets on Thursday.
Kuchar leads by one at Scottsdale, Matsuyama lurks
(Reuters) – A refreshed Matt Kuchar seized a one-shot lead in the opening round of the Phoenix Open in Arizona on Thursday but had the ominous figure of reigning champion Hideki Matsuyama in hot pursuit.
NFL Players Association vows to stand by Muslim members
HOUSTON (Reuters) – The NFL Players Association vowed on Thursday to stand by their Muslim members a day after NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell dodged a question on the matter when asked about U.S. President Donald Trump’s temporary travel ban.
Companies hope for Super Bowl boost with creative ads
NEW YORK (Reuters) – When the New England Patriots and Atlanta Falcons face off in Sunday’s Super Bowl, it will be one of the most-watched television programs in the United States.
Steelers’ Brown says Falcons supporting cast is key to victory
HOUSTON (Reuters) – Antonio Brown knows what it’s like to face the New England Patriots defense, and said the Atlanta Falcons must rely on their supporting cast to keep up with the AFC champions in Sunday’s Super Bowl.
Will be true to my beliefs during Super Bowl show, says Gaga
HOUSTON (Reuters) – Lady Gaga revealed few details on Thursday of what viewers can expect from her much anticipated Super Bowl halftime show, but the outspoken singer assured she would remain true to her beliefs and passions.
Tennis-Zverev happy playing catch-up with kid brother
(Reuters) – Older brothers do not usually take too kindly to being offered advice by younger siblings but Germany’s Mischa Zverev listened to 19-year-old Alexander and it helped turn his career around.
Kubica to race Le Mans with ByKolles team
LONDON (Reuters) – Former Formula One driver Robert Kubica will make his Le Mans 24 Hours sportscar debut in June and compete in the full World Endurance Championship, the Germany-based ByKolles team announced on Thursday.
Djokovic the exception as he clocks in for national duty
LONDON (Reuters) – Novak Djokovic will be a notable exception this week after clocking on for Davis Cup duty for Serbia when a host of other big names are resting up after their Australian Open exertions.
Cycling: Grivko out of Dubai Tour after hitting Kittel
PARIS (Reuters) – Ukrainian rider Andriy Grivko of the Astana team has been disqualified from the Tour of Dubai after punching German Marcel Kittel in the face during Thursday’s third stage, organizers said.
