York's boys basketball team will return to the championship of its own Jack Tosh Holiday Classic for the first time since winning it in 2015. However, the Dukes may lack a key component. After St. Laurence's Jeremiah Williams made a basket at 2:47 of the second quarter in York's 62-38 victory Saturday, officials halted play as Dukes starting guard Nate Shockey writhed in pain, clutching his left leg. The junior had to be helped from the court. He returned after halftime on crutches, his left ankle wrapped in ice."The trainer thinks it's just an ankle sprain," Shockey said after the game, calling it a lower-ankle injury."I sprained this one earlier in the year," he said. "This one, I heard a crack. We'll see, I guess. I'm probably going to get an X-ray tonight, so we'll see."Fortunately York (13-1) has an off day before facing Downers Grove South for the Tosh title at 3 p.m. Monday. For Saturday's purposes the Dukes also had the front-line depth and experience to overcome the injury … [Read more...] about York gains Tosh final
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NFL fines Nate Stupar, Alec Ogletree
Getty Images The NFL fined two Giants for their actions in Monday night’s victory over the 49ers. Giants linebacker Alec Ogletree lost $26,739 for an unnecessary roughness penalty. Officials penalized the Giants 15 yards in the third quarter when Ogletree hit a defenseless receiver. 49ers receiver Marquise Goodwin gained 13 yards before Ogletree’s hit injured him. 49ers quarterback Nick Mullens ended up throwing an interception on the possession, so the penalty didn’t hurt the Giants. But the fine will hurt Ogletree in the wallet. Giants linebacker Nate Stupar lost $10,026 for an unnecessary roughness. … [Read more...] about NFL fines Nate Stupar, Alec Ogletree
Nate Silver will make one firm prediction about the midterms, but most journalists won’t want to hear it
Margaret Sullivan, The Washington Post Published 7:34 am PDT, Tuesday, October 16, 2018 Nate Silver Nate Silver Photo: Graeme Robertson, The Guardian It’s midterm election season, and there’s a lot to keep track of. Here’s what you need to know. It’s midterm election season, and there’s a lot to keep track of. Here’s what you need to know. Photo: Andy Clement / Getty Images The House and the Senate will be determined in midterms on November 6, 2018. A red or blue Congress could turn the tides on a number of national issues. The House and the Senate will be determined in midterms on November 6, 2018. A red or blue Congress could turn the tides on a number of national issues. Photo: Robert Alexander/Getty Images Legislative power: If Democrats … [Read more...] about Nate Silver will make one firm prediction about the midterms, but most journalists won’t want to hear it
Michigan football observations: OL lineup, Nico Collins and more
Nick Baumgardner Detroit Free Press Published 1:17 p.m. UTC Aug 27, 2018 Jim Harbaugh's first and only open practice of the offseason didn't last the full hour that was advertised, wrapping up about 20 minutes short. Still, the shortened workout create a few observations. The Wolverines welcomed the public to Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Sunday for an open workout shortly after taking their team photo on the eve of game week. Michigan opens the 2018 season Saturday at Notre Dame. Offensive line Michigan didn't do any scrimmage work in public Sunday, opting for position group drills and a few special teams situational spots. The first offensive line on the field for a snap against air was: Left tackle Jon Runyan Jr., left guard Ben Bredeson, center Cesar Ruiz, right guard Michael Onwenu and right tackle Juwann Bushell-Beatty. More: Michigan's Cesar Ruiz: The offensive line will be a strength This doesn't necessarily mean Michigan has landed on a final … [Read more...] about Michigan football observations: OL lineup, Nico Collins and more
New York Giants running game struggling in the preseason
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- If the first three preseason games are any indication, the New York Giants are going to have to rely on Eli Manning and the passing game to put up points. The running game just hasn't been there, and it has nothing to do with No. 2 overall draft pick Saquon Barkley missing the last two games with a mild hamstring injury. While the new revamped offensive line has blocked well for Manning, it is not producing many holes for the running backs.In the 22-16 win over the Jets on Friday night, the Manning and the No. 1 offense played the first half. The two-time Super Bowl MVP was 17 of 23 for 188 yards. The rushing attack had nine attempts for 1 yard. Veteran Jonathan Stewart had three carries for minus 7 yards and lost a fumble on a first-and-goal at the Jets 6.The Giants used a lot of two tight end formations in the first half and coach Pat Shurmur said Saturday that the Jets made it tough on the running game putting extra people near the line of … [Read more...] about New York Giants running game struggling in the preseason