New prosecutor to oversee ex-NFLer Hernandez’ murder trial
BOSTON (Reuters) – Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick on Friday named a new district attorney to the Bristol County office that will prosecute the upcoming murder trial of former New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez.
Steelers’ Bell ruled out of wildcard game against Ravens
(Reuters) – The Pittsburgh Steelers have ruled injured running back Le’Veon Bell out of Saturday’s wildcard game against the Baltimore Ravens, the National Football League team said on Friday.
Buckeyes rally and Ducks rout in college semis
(Reuters) – The Ohio State Buckeyes and Oregon Ducks earned victories in the Sugar and Rose Bowls on Thursday, booking spots in the national championship as American college football entered a new era with its first ever playoff games.
Capitals ring in New Year with Classic win over Blackhawks
(Reuters) – Troy Brouwer scored a powerplay goal with 13 seconds left in regulation as the Washington Capitals rang in the New Year with a thrilling 3-2 win over the Chicago Blackhawks at the outdoor Winter Classic on Thursday.
James to miss two weeks with strained knee and back pain
(Reuters) – Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James is expected to out of action for two weeks while he receives treatment for a strained left knee and lower back pain, the National Basketball Association (NBA) team said on Thursday.
Resurgent Cowboys headline wildcard weekend
MIAMI (Reuters) – The Dallas Cowboys return to the NFL playoffs on Sunday after a four-year absence seeking their first Super Bowl appearance since their victory in 1995.
Wrist injury rules Del Potro out of Brisbane event
(Reuters) – Argentine Juan del Potro has withdrawn from next week’s Brisbane International due to a persistent left wrist injury, tournament officials announced on Thursday.
Marrone quits as head coach of Buffalo Bills
(Reuters) – Doug Marrone has resigned as head coach of the Buffalo Bills, the National Football League (NFL) team announced on Wednesday.
Marrone quits as head coach of Buffalo Bills
(Reuters) – Doug Marrone has resigned as head coach of the Buffalo Bills, the National Football League team announced on Wednesday.
Hedge fund manager becomes new majority owner of Coyotes
(Reuters) – The Arizona Coyotes have a new majority owner after Philadelphia hedge fund manager Andrew Barroway received approval to buy a 51 percent stake in the National Hockey League franchise.
