Miami Sports Rumors and News
More than a dozen mock drafts, very little agreement on Dolphins
The Daily Dolphin | Palm Beach Post — With the first wave of free agency and the NFL Scouting Combine completed, pro days in full swing and speculation rampant, it might be a good time to check in with some of the many mock drafts making the rounds. A look at them made one thing clear for the Dolphins: ...
Miami Dolphins 23 mins agoFlorida Marlins: Sunday’s news and notes
Florida Marlins Blog | South Florida Sun-Sentinel — Courtesy of Harvey Fialkov… Marlins left-hander Sean West, who walked seven of the 13 batters he faced in Saturday’s ‘B’ game against the Orioles, says he just needs, “to let it go,’’ and “trust my stuff,’’ again. “My problem has been opening up and cutting the ball off,’’ West said. “Nobody wants to have seven walks but [...]
Florida Marlins 54 mins agoDolphins exploring options at guard, tight end
Miami Herald — Outside linebacker, safety, receiver and nose tackle remain the Dolphins' most pressing offseason needs. But they also are exploring options at guard and tight end.
Miami Dolphins 2 hours agoMike Stanton stands out in Marlins B game win
Fish Tank | Palm Beach Post — Mike Stanton drove in three runs with a double and a single in the Marlins’ 7-0 victory over the Mets in today’s ‘B’ game. Stanton doubled home leadoff hitter Danny Richar in the first inning, walked in his next at bat then lined a two run single off knuckleballer RA Dickey. ...
Florida Marlins 2 hours agoPhiladelphia 76ers (23-42) at Miami Heat (34-32), 6 p.m.
Miami Herald — The Miami Heat continue their push toward a postseason berth when they host the lowly Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday.
Miami Heat 2 hours agoMarlins to face Mets opening day lineup today
Fish Tank | Palm Beach Post — The Marlins will be facing what could be the Mets opening day lineup today, right down to starting pitcher Johan Santana. The Marlins, meanwhile, have John Baker as the designated hitter in the B game and will give Cody Ross the day off after serving as the DH Saturday in Port ...
Florida Marlins 6 hours agoFlorida Marlins' Derrick Turnbow makes return to mound
Miami Herald — If you go to YouTube.com and search for Derrick Turnbow, you'll come across an amateur video taken in 2007, on a July night in Milwaukee, when the shaggy haired reliever for the Brewers took the mound in the seventh and struck out Barry Bonds.
Florida Marlins 9 hours agoWill Miami Dolphins' next signing be going Incognito?
Miami Herald — Outside linebacker, safety, receiver and nose tackle remain the Dolphins' most pressing offseason needs. But they also are exploring options at guard and tight end.
Miami Dolphins 12 hours agoBrandon Marshall plan not right course for Miami Dolphins
Miami Herald — Brandon Marshall is a one-man receiving corps, and that's not a metaphor if you ask the Indianapolis Colts because last year, against the NFL's second-best team, Marshall caught 21 passes in one game.
Miami Dolphins 12 hours agoFlorida Marlins' Sean West has poor showing against Baltimore Orioles
Miami Herald — If letter grades were given to pitchers, Marlins starter Sean West would be deserving of an F for his performance in Saturday's ``B'' game outing against the Orioles. West was so wild that innings had to be stopped -- not once, but twice -- in order to spare the left-hander further punishment.
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- Jets closing in on LT? The Jets Stream | New York Daily News It's starting to look as if the Jets might land free-agent RB LaDainian Tomlinson, who is mulling the Jets and Vikings. There's a report from the San Diego Union-Tribune that says Tomlinson has decided on the Jets, although the report cautions it's still not official. Jets officials, which rolled out the rep carpet for Tomlinson during his visit Friday, have been quietly optimistic about their chances. It appears as if the optimism is well-founded. As we reported in today's paper, the Jets were in negotiations yesterday with Tomlinson's agent. Hopefully, there will be something concrete by the...
- Alex Ferguson says Arsenal may be biggest threat to Manchester United The Guardian • Alex Ferguson says Arsenal may mount biggest title challenge• Real Madrid want Wayne Rooney says former presidentSir Alex Ferguson has spoken of his belief that Arsenal, not Chelsea, might pose the greater challenge to Manchester United's aspirations of winning the "tightest title race ever" and being crowned champions for a record fourth successive time.Two more goals from Wayne Rooney, taking his total for the season to 32, and a late Dimitar Berbatov header took United two points clear at the top of the Premier League with a 3-0 win against Fulham and Ferguson has told his players they ma...
- Sunday's headlines: Some old friends in the news Mariners Blog | Seattle Post-Intelligencer Mike Cameron is looking to make some new history this season with the Red Sox, while Dan Wilson is in camp with the Mariners this week to help with the young catchers.
- Carlos Pimental bullpen video Foul Territory | Fort-Worth Star Telegram Here's a bullpen clip of Carlos Pimental, who went 5-4 with a 2.93 ERA for Hickory in 2009. - Anthony Andro
- Jarrod Saltalamacchia batting practice video Foul Territory | Fort-Worth Star Telegram Here's a clip of Jarrod Saltalamacchia hitting in the cages Sunday morning. He was scheduled to start the game against the Dodgers. - Anthony Andro
- Geuris Grullon bullpen video Foul Territory | Fort-Worth Star Telegram Here's a clip of left-hander Geuris Grullon in the bullpen. Grullon made 16 appearances for Spokane in relief last year. - Anthony Andro
- Week 21 Fantasy Basketball Planner CBS Sports The playoffs get under way in most Head-to-Head Fantasy Hoops leagues this week. Will owners be able to count on Chicago's Derrick Rose? That's just one topic that our Sergio Gonzalez tackles in his latest Fantasy Planner. foo
- 2 Up, 2 Down – Catcher Edition Fantasy Baseball Cafe Welcome back as the Cafe kicks off the Fourth Annual Two Up, Two Down series. If you’re new to the series, what we attempt to do is profile two players at each position who we feel are being undervalued and will exceed expectations, and two more who are being overvalued and will disappoint and frustrate [...]
- Jake Delhomme joins Browns with two-year contract FFToolbox.com If you are an average-at-best quarterback and need to find a home in the NFL, try Cleveland. The Browns are racking them up. Their newest addition is Jake Delhomme, whom the team signed to a two-year contract on Saturday. Complete financial figures weren't immediately available, but multiple reports state Cleveland will pay Delhomme $7 million in 2010. Delhomme, 35, was cut by the Carolina Panthers last week and was scheduled to visit with the New Orleans Saints. But it looks like he signed with the Browns because they presented the best opportunity for him to start. That obviously wouldn't ha...
- The Fantasy Man - American League East Questions Fantasy Baseball Express I was hoping to get a guy in here to do some American League analysis but no such luck so far and I can't let Chris the NL King have all the fun. So for now, I'll try to throw down some AL Only League knowledge and try to keep up with Chris' pace.American League EastNew York Yankees- Is Brett Gardner going to play Full-time?- Who will bat second in the lineup? Nick Johnson or Curtis Granderson?- Is Derek Jeter in a decline?- 5th Spot.... Joba Chamberlain or Phil Hughes?Thoughts: I would expect Gardner to get a minimum of 450 AB assuming he can hit consistently enough and by consistently, I me...
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- Another injury concern for Wes Welker FFToolbox.com New England Patriots wide receiver Wes Welker has averaged an astounding 115 receptions over the past three seasons. His ability to accumulate more catches next season is already in doubt after a late-season knee injury in which Welker tore his left ACL and MCL. But Welker doesn't have just a knee to rehab. Add a shoulder. He has suffered a torn rotator cuff, according to The Boston Herald. It's not clear how Welker became injured, nor is a timetable clear. Welker has said he plans to return for the start of next season but some Patriots beat reporters have speculated that he might be out unti...