“Johnny Football” Manziel has a month to win Browns QB job
(Reuters) – Johnny Manziel has found instant popularity since being drafted in the first round by the Cleveland Browns, but will have to wait until August to find out if he has the starting quarterback job.
Bolt fit and raring to go in Glasgow
KINGSTON (Reuters) – Six-times Olympic gold medalist Usain Bolt says he ready to put on a good show in the sprint relay at the Commonwealth Games after recovering from minor foot surgery and a hamstring injury.
Bolt fit and ready for Commonwealth Games
KINGSTON (Reuters) – Six-times Olympic gold medalist Usain Bolt says he is ready to put in a good showing in the sprint relay at the Commonwealth Games after recovering from foot surgery and a hamstring injury.
English FA plays down talk of stripping Russia of World Cup
LONDON (Reuters) – It is premature to talk about stripping Russia of the right to host the 2018 World Cup because of political tensions over Ukraine, English FA chairman Greg Dyke said on Tuesday.
Querrey edges doubles partner Johnson in Atlanta opener
(Reuters) – Sam Querrey put aside his partnership with doubles team mate Steve Johnson to start his Atlanta Open with a 7-6 7-5 win on Monday.
Sterling, Ballmer discuss possible Clippers deal: source
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) – Embattled Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling on Monday met with former Microsoft Corp Chief Executive Officer Steve Ballmer to discuss a possible settlement over Sterling’s opposition to the $2 billion sale of the basket…
Philadelphia Eagles player arrested in shoving of Arizona officer
PHOENIX (Reuters) – A Philadelphia Eagles football player was arrested in Arizona on suspicion of felony aggravated assault for allegedly pushing a police officer probing a bar fight, authorities said on Monday.
NHL-National Hockey League roundup
(The Sports Xchange) – The Toronto Maple Leafs signed defenseman Cody Franson to a one-year contract on Monday, just hours before he was scheduled for a salary arbitration hearing.
National Basketball Association roundup
(The Sports Xchange) – The Cleveland Cavaliers plan to sign No. 1 overall draft pick Andrew Wiggins to a contract this week, according to ESPN.com.
National Football League roundup
(The Sports Xchange) – New York Giants offensive guard Chris Snee announced his retirement Monday after struggling to bounce back from hip and elbow injuries.