Falcons Wire1 week agoData scienceRanking all 32 teams (including Falcons) by Relative Athletic ScoreTeams prioritize elite athleticism in NFL draft for player safety and performance. [ more ]
NESN.com2 weeks agoBoston BruinsEx-Bruins Coach Believes NHL Playoff Officiating 'Worst' In DecadesQuestionable officiating in Bruins vs. Panthers Stanley Cup playoff round criticized by Mike Milbury as the worst in decades. [ more ]
RMNB2 weeks agoBoston BruinsBrad Marchand says the quiet part out loud after taking controversial hit: 'Part of playoffs is trying to hurt every player on the other team'Playoffs involve trying to hurt opponents for an advantage, physicality is crucial for success. [ more ]
www.bbc.com2 weeks agoSoccer (FIFA)Fifa proposes five-pillar plan to combat racismFIFA proposes a five-pillar plan to combat racist abuse in football, including implementing a standard crossed-hands gesture for players to report incidents. [ more ]
ESPN.com2 weeks agoNational Hockey LeagueCanucks' Soucy suspended for shot to McDavidVancouver defenseman Carson Soucy suspended one game for cross-checking Edmonton's Connor McDavid in the face during playoffs. [ more ]
NESN.com2 weeks agoBoston BruinsHow Don Sweeney Handled Questions About Bruins-Panthers OfficiatingBruins GM Sweeney focused on not criticizing officials but emphasized the need for them to explain questionable calls to the media. [ more ]
Boston.com5 months agoNew England PatriotsWhat the Patriots are saying about hip drop tackles after Rhamondre Stevenson's injuryHip drop tackles in the NFL have been a popular topic this season, with players having mixed views on whether they should be allowed. Multiple Patriots players have expressed concerns about the potential elimination of certain plays and the impact on the game. [ more ]
Boston.com6 months agoBoston Celtics'Unacceptable': Jaylen Brown blamed Raptors' in-season tournament court for injuryCeltics All 30 teams are using new courts for games in the group stage of the new in-season tournament. Jaylen Brown slipped on the court and believes it was due to the slippery conditions. Concerns were raised about the safety of the new courts after multiple players experienced slipping. [ more ]
RMNB6 months agoNational Hockey LeagueCut-resistant protective equipment a major topic at NHL general managers meetingNHL general managers discussed potential changes to the structure of overtime and cut-resistant protective equipment at a recent meeting. There is a high demand for cut-resistant equipment following the tragic death of former NHL player Adam Johnson. Companies have proposed various options for cut-resistant gear, and there are several options awaiting approval from the NHL. [ more ]
ESPN.com6 months agoNational Hockey LeagueArrest made in skate blade death of JohnsonA man has been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter in the death of former NHL player Adam Johnson. Johnson's death has prompted leagues to examine player safety measures and consider mandatory neck protection devices. [ more ]