Ray Rice Suspension

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Following an offseason arrest for domestic violence with his then-fiancée, Ray Rice was suspended for two games today by the NFL. A punishment many think doesn't fit the crime.

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Ravens Welcome Steve Smith

Full Of Fire

He may be 35 years old and starting fresh with a new team in Baltimore, but don't expect Steve Smith's competitiveness to be anything less than fierce.

Rob Gronkowski Cleared For 2014

Loud And Cleared

The New England Patriots opened training camp with a bang today, announcing that Rob Gronkowski would not start the season on the PUP list and was cleared to play.

Chase Headley To New York

Head Start

In an attempt to bolster their lineup and infield depth, the Yankees traded for Padre third basemen Chase Headley yesterday, who showed up in New York just in time to win a game for his new team.

Sammy Watkins Arrives In Buffalo

Ready For Impact

The Bills took a risk when they traded up in the draft to grab Sammy Watkins, and so far it looks like that gamble could pay off nicely.

Kevin Love for Andrew Wiggins Rumors

Love Conquers All?

With LeBron James back in Cleveland, the Cavs are ready to win now, and adding a piece like Kevin Love would greatly help them get closer to that goal. But are they willing to give up #1 overall pick Andrew Wiggins?

Lance Stephenson Signs With Charlotte

Luring Lance

Lance Stephenson is the newest member of the Charlotte Hornets, leaving behind the Pacers and maybe some of his antics on the court.

2014 Open Championship

Wire To Wire

Rory McIlroy never trailed during the Open Championship, capturing his third major title at only 25 years of age.

NFL Considers London Franchise

London Calling

The NFL is visiting London three more times this season, causing the talk of a potential full time franchise there to heat up.

Derek Jeter's Final All-Star Game

The All-Star

In his final All-Star Game, Derek Jeter went out exactly as we expected him to, classy, competitive and confident.

Miami Heat After LeBron James

On The Rebound

Instead of throwing in the towel after LeBron James spurned them to return home, the Miami Heat are actively trying to remain one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference.

Yoenis Cespedes Defends Derby Title

Back Back Back-To-Back

Yoenis Cespedes defended his Home Run Derby championship last night in Minneapolis, becoming the first back-to-back champion since Ken Griffey Jr.

Chip Kelly's Second NFL Season

One Step Ahead

Chip Kelly set the NFL on fire in his first season as head coach in Philadelphia, what will he and his high powered offense do for an encore?

2014 NBA Free Agency Signings

Taking Shape

Almost everyone was waiting to find out what LeBron would do, and now that he's decided, the rest of the free agency dominoes are falling fast.

Carmelo And Free Agency

Melo Strikes Gold

Carmelo Anthony is staying in New York, signing a big deal and preparing for the future.

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