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  • • Lightning’s 2nd Stanley Cup Has Yzerman’s Fingerprints on It
    The Detroit Red Wings are in town this week to play the Tampa Bay Lightning for a two-game set. Steve Yzerman, the Red Wings executive vice president and general manager is, ... Read moreLightning’s 2nd Stanley Cup Has Yzerman’s Fingerprints on It The post Lightning’s 2nd Stanley Cup Has Yzerman’s Fingerprints on It appeared first on The Hockey Writers.       ...2021
  • • Marty Hurney on WFT QB: It’s a team game, you can’t isolate one position
    Washington Football Team executive vice president of football/player personnel Marty Hurney said on Wednesday that the team has a lot of work to do when it comes to the quarterback position, but he also noted that the team’s offseason can’t focus on one position at the expense of all the others. The team made a [more]...2021
  • Opinion: Former defensive back Troy Vincent a real impact player as NFL executive vice president
    • Opinion: Former defensive back Troy Vincent a real impact player as NFL executive vice president
    Troy Vincent's NFL job description, which includes oversight of the officiating department and game operations, merely scratches the surface.        ...2021
  • • Nuggets guard Jamal Murray fined for hit to Tim Hardaway Jr.
    Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray has been fined $25,000 for striking Dallas Mavericks guard Tim Hardaway Jr. in the groin area, it was announced today by Kiki VanDeWeghe, Executive Vice President, Basketball Operations. The incident, for which Murray received a Flagrant Foul 2 and was ejected, occurred with 4:51 remaining in the third quarter of … Continue reading "Nuggets guard Jamal Murra...2021
  • • Washington names Marty Hurney executive VP of football and player personnel
    It’s been known for a while that Marty Hurney would be joining Washington’s front office, but now it’s official. After naming Martin Mayhew General Manager earlier Friday morning, Washington announced Hurney is the club’s executive vice president of football/player personnel. Like Mayhew, Hurney will report directly to Ron Rivera in the club’s coach-centric structure....2021
  • • Bristol Motor Speedway officials discuss track transformation to dirt
    BMS executive vice president and general manager Jerry Caldwell and Speedway Motorsports senior vice president of operations and development, Steve Swift answered questions from the media today as the dirt transformation process continues at Bristol Motor Speedway for the NASCAR Cup Series Food City Dirt Race on Sunday, March 28 and the Pinty‘s Truck Race […]...2021
  • • NBA fines Markieff Morris and DeMarcus Cousins
    Los Angeles Lakers forward Markieff Morris has been fined $35,000 and Houston Rockets center DeMarcus Cousins has been fined $10,000 for their roles in an on-court altercation, it was announced today by Kiki VanDeWeghe, Executive Vice President, Basketball Operations. The incident, which occurred with 2:15 remaining in the first quarter of the Lakers’ 120-102 victory … Continue reading "NBA ...2021
  • Lakers' Morris, Rockets' Cousins fined for fracas
    • Lakers' Morris, Rockets' Cousins fined for fracas
    Lakers forward Markieff Morris ($35K) and Rockets center DeMarcus Cousins ($10K) were each fined for their roles in an on-court altercation during Sunday's game, NBA executive vice president Kiki VanDeWeghe announced....2021
  • Cowboys part ways with DC Mike Nolan, DL coach Jim Tomsula
    • Cowboys part ways with DC Mike Nolan, DL coach Jim Tomsula
    Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones suggested in mid-December that McCarthy would have to alter his defensive staff following the disappointing campaign....2021
  • • NASCAR Executive Jill Gregory named EVP and GM at Sonoma Raceway
    Acclaimed NASCAR executive and sports marketer Jill Gregory has been named the new Executive Vice President and General Manager at Sonoma Raceway. Speedway Motorsports President and Chief Executive Officer Marcus Smith made the announcement Tuesday. Named by Adweek one of “The Most Powerful Women in Sports” for the past two years, Gregory assumes leadership of […]...2021

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Executive Vice President injury and suspension

  • • Cowboys expect Dak Prescott to make a full recovery
    Dak Prescott won’t return this season, but the Cowboys expect the quarterback to make a full recovery from his gruesome ankle injury. The Cowboys placed Prescott on injured reserve after a compound fracture and dislocation of his right ankle in Week 5 against the Giants required immediate surgery. Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said [more]...2020
  • • Jerry Jones: Crazy to think we’d draft a quarterback in first round
    Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said on Monday that the team has not wavered on its belief that Dak Prescott is “our quarterback” in the wake of his season-ending ankle injury. With Prescott on a franchise tag and set for unrestricted free agency at the same time that the Cowboys are on track for [more]...2020
  • • Dak still 'our future,' S. Jones says of injured QB
    Though Dak Prescott will be out for months recovering from his season-ending ankle injury, Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said the quarterback remains "our future."...2020
  • • Stephen Jones: Tyron Smith’s status for rest of season is “big, big question”
    Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones confirmed a report that Tyron Smith is gathering medical opinions with the left tackle’s season hanging in the balance. Smith has a neck injury that has kept him out two games this season. “Right now, it’s a big, big question. All things are on the table,” Stephen Jones told [more]...2020
  • • Referees’ union complains to league office about John Harbaugh lowering his mask
    Ravens coach John Harbaugh lowered his mask and got in the face of an official when complaining about a penalty on Monday night, and the NFL Referees Association is not happy about it. NFLRA Executive Director Scott Green complained about the incident to NFL Executive Vice President of Football Operations Troy Vincent, Tom Pelissero of [more]...2020
  • • Gerald McCoy out for year with ruptured quadriceps tendon
    Fears that Cowboys defensive tackle Gerald McCoy tore his ACL during Monday’s practice were unfounded, but the true nature of his injury didn’t wind up being any better for his availability this season. Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones announced that McCoy ruptured his right quadriceps tendon. He will have surgery to repair the injury [more]...2020
  • • Giannis Antetokounmpo suspended one game by NBA for headbutting Moritz Wagner
    Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo has been suspended one game without pay for headbutting Washington Wizards center Moritz Wagner during a stoppage in play, it was announced today by Kiki VanDeWeghe, Executive Vice President, Basketball Operations. The incident, for which Antetokounmpo was assessed a Flagrant Foul 2 and ejected, occurred with 8:50 remaining in the … Continue read...2020
  • • Bulls Begin Search For New Front Office Authority
    The Chicago Bulls have begun their search for a new top-level executive with full authority on basketball decisions, ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reports. The organization plans to have new leadership in place before NBA action resumes following the suspension of play. Current executive vice president of basketball operations John Paxson and general manager Gar Foreman may […] The post Bu...2020
  • • Cowboys expect Leighton Vander Esch to do some work in spring
    There was some concern about the long-term outlook for Cowboys linebacker Leighton Vander Esch after he suffered a season-ending neck injury last year, but the prognosis got better after doctors determined he’d need minimally invasive surgery to fix a nerve problem. On Monday, Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones provided an update on how things [more]...2020
  • NASCAR provides medical response, timeline to Newman accident
    • NASCAR provides medical response, timeline to Newman accident
    NASCAR‘s top competition official shared the first detailed look Saturday into the timeline and overview of the safety and medical response to Ryan Newman‘s severe crash in the final lap of the Daytona 500. Steve O‘Donnell, NASCAR Executive Vice President and Chief Racing Development Officer, gave minute-by-minute details of the actions taken after Newman‘s No. […]...2020

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Executive Vice President lifestyle

  • • Jerry Jones’ son involved in scary-looking head-on collision
    Following a dinner with his famous father and Los Angeles Rams owner Stan Kroenke Wednesday evening in Malibu, Jerry Jones Jr. was involved in what looked to be a serious car accident after he left Nobu sushi restaurant.“Both vehicles sustained significant damage — but, based on photos and videos from the scene, it appears Jones walked away without an injury,” TMZ Sports reported. “Witnesses say J...2018
  • • Troy Vincent Speaks on NFL, Browns' Efforts to Help Johnny Manziel
    2016
  • • Recovering Wide Receivers Could Determine the Balance of Power in the NFC
    2016
  • • Donte Whitner Comments on Johnny Manziel, Josh Gordon and More
    2016
  • • Video Emerges of Johnny Manziel Allegedly Drinking Alcohol at Miami Nightclub
    2016
  • • John Elway Becomes 1st with Super Bowl Ring as GM and Player After Broncos Win
    2016
  • • For Championship-or-Bust Lakers, Current Drought Feels Familiar
    2015
  • • Tampa Bay Lightning Ban on Visiting Team Apparel Sparks Concern in Chicago
    2015
  • • Flip the Script: Adam Jones Takes on Leadership Role with Cincinnati Bengals
    2014
  • • The Cautionary Tale of Ken Caminiti: The Steroid Era's First Truth-Teller
    2014

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Executive Vice President trade, contract, salary rumors

  • • Jerry Jones: Dak Prescott couldn’t have any more leverage in contract talks
    The Cowboys and quarterback Dak Prescott are free to resume talks on a long-term contract and Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said Monday that the team is ready to get to work on that front. Once they do, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones thinks the other side of the table is going to be holding [more]...2021
  • • Utah Jazz bring back Derrick Favors, who played for Pelicans last season
    Derrick Favors is back on the Jazz. Utah yesterday signed the forward/center Derrick Favors to a contract that is reportedly a three-year deal for $27 million. “Since he joined the Jazz originally during the 2010-11 season, Derrick Favors was an important part of the franchise and community,” said Jazz Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations … Continue reading "Utah Jazz bring back...2020
  • • Utah Jazz re-sign Jordan Clarkson
    The Utah Jazz have re-signed guard Jordan Clarkson. Clarkson’s contract is reportedly a four-year, $52 million deal, with the final season a player option. “Jordan was an integral part of our team’s success last season,” said Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Dennis Lindsey. “He’s an aggressive, competitive talent that leads by example and provides … Continue reading "U...2020
  • • Rangers Select Three Players To 40-Man Roster
    The Rangers are adding three players to their 40-man roster in advance of tonight’s deadline to protect players from the Rule 5 draft. Right-handers Yerry Rodriguez and A.J. Alexy and catcher David Garcia are being selected, per the team’s executive vice president of communications John Blake (Twitter link). Texas’ 40-man roster now sits at 38 players. It’s not…...2020
  • • Jerry Jones: Crazy to think we’d draft a quarterback in first round
    Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said on Monday that the team has not wavered on its belief that Dak Prescott is “our quarterback” in the wake of his season-ending ankle injury. With Prescott on a franchise tag and set for unrestricted free agency at the same time that the Cowboys are on track for [more]...2020
  • • Pelicans top executive David Griffin responds to Jrue Holiday trade rumors
    The New Orleans Pelicans made headlines on Wednesday when it was revealed that they had placed former All-Star point guard Jrue Holiday on the trading block. David Griffin, the executive vice president for basketball operations for the Pelicans, has recently come out with a statement about the rumors. This is what Griffin had to say […] The post Pelicans top executive David Griffin responds ...2020
  • • Cowboys continue to be asked about free agent Earl Thomas
    Cowboys fans still are clamoring for Earl Thomas, perhaps even louder than they were since their team failed to rally against the Rams. The Cowboys still haven’t looked the free agent safety’s way. During his radio show Monday, Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones was asked specifically about the possibility of signing Thomas. “No, we’re [more]...2020
  • • Bulls shouldn’t look to trade Zach LaVine
    There is a new regime in The Windy City, meaning new Chicago Bulls executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas and general manager Marc Eversley could look to shake up the roster this offseason. Does that mean Zach LaVine could potentially be on the move? While LaVine has not asked for a trade and […] The post Bulls shouldn’t look to trade Zach LaVine appeared ...2020
  • • Thunder sign guard Luguentz Dort to multi-year contract
    View this post on Instagram A post shared by Oklahoma City Thunder (@okcthunder) on Jun 24, 2020 at 11:42am PDT The Oklahoma City Thunder have signed guard Luguentz Dort to a multi-year contract, Executive Vice President and General Manager Sam Presti announced today. During the 2019-20 season, Dort has appeared in 29 games (21 starts) … Continue reading "Thunder sign guard Luguentz Dort to ...2020
  • • Stephen Jones calls Dak Prescott’s contract “the elephant in the room”
    Another day, another day with no news about Dak Prescott. The Cowboys quarterback remains unsigned more than a year after the sides began talks for a new deal. Who knew it would take this long? “Dak, obviously, is the elephant in the room,’’ Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones told David Moore of the Dallas [more]...2020

Executive Vice President stats and results

  • • Thunder waive Frank Jackson
    The Oklahoma City Thunder has waived guard Frank Jackson, it was announced today by Executive Vice President and General Manager Sam Presti. Jackson appeared in three preseason games for the Thunder and averaged 12.3 points, 1.0 assist and 2.0 rebounds in 20.1 minutes per game. He was originally signed on Dec. 4....2020
  • • Thunder waive guard Josh Gray
    The Oklahoma City Thunder has waived guard Josh Gray, it was announced today by Executive Vice President and General Manager Sam Presti. Gray has appeared in seven career games with Phoenix and New Orleans, recording averages of 4.9 points, 2.0 assists, 1.7 rebounds and 1.14 steals in 15.6 minutes per game. He was originally acquired … Continue reading "Thunder waive guard Josh Gray"...2020
  • • Jaguars expect “challenging” offseason in terms of improving roster
    The Jaguars opted to keep head coach Doug Marrone and General Manager Dave Caldwell in place after firing executive vice president of football operations Tom Coughlin last month, but there was a clear mandate that better results are needed if that decision is going to be repeated after next season. Attaining those results will take [more]...2020
  • • Report: Jaguars set to make major staff changes at end of season
    An incredibly disappointing season for the Jacksonville Jaguars appears likely to end in some significant staff changes. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Jaguars are likely to make “significant” changes at the top of their organization once the season ends. It is unclear how large those changes might be, but it is thought that coach Doug Marrone and executive vice president Tom Coughlin may ...2019
  • • Pelicans HC Alvin Gentry’s job remains safe — for now
    The Pelicans aren’t considering a coaching change despite a 6-17 start and the worst loss in franchise history, writes William Guillory of The Athletic. However, he speculates Alvin Gentry could be replaced if things don’t turn around soon. These aren’t the results anyone expected this summer when the Pelicans rebuilt their roster by getting a generous return in the Anthony Davis trade and landed ...2019
  • • Wizards interviewing Ferry, Rosas for top front office job
    Former Pelicans interim GM Danny Ferry and current Rockets executive vice president of basketball operations Gersson Rosas will be the first candidate to meet with the Wizards about the team’s top front office job. According to Fred Katz of The Athletic, Rosas is currently in Washington to interview with the club, while Candace Buckner of The Washington Post tweets that Ferry met with the Wizards ...2019
  • • Jayson Tatum on trade rumors: 'I must be doing something well'
    After Friday’s win over the Pacers, the Celtics have a commanding 3-0 series lead and seem poised to advance to the Eastern Conference semifinals. As the Celtics aim for an NBA championship, the possibilities of the upcoming offseason loom large. Youngster Jayson Tatum, in his second season with the Celtics, has been mentioned as a potential centerpiece for an Anthony Davis trade this summer. It’s...2019
  • • NASCAR Cup: All-Star Race changes revealed
    Among the changes to the Monster Energy NASCAR All-Star Race are an extension of the race distance and a possible preview of the next generation Cup Series car, according to an announcement Wednesday evening from the racing sanctioning body. This year’s race is scheduled for May 18 at Charlotte (N.C.) Motor Speedway. “Throughout its history, the Monster Energy NASCAR All-Star Race has provided a p...2019
  • • NASCAR Cup: single-car qualifying may return
    NASCAR may return to single-car qualifying for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series at tracks where drafting may come into play during qualifying. “We’re going to look at every option, including the possibility of going to single-car qualifying,”NASCAR Executive Vice President and Chief Racing Development Officer Steve O’Donnell said Monday on SiriusXM NASCAR Radio. “The reason we haven’t is that’...2019
  • • NASCAR Cup: Kyle Busch still not a fan of 2019 aero package
    Kyle Busch has been a critic of the 2019 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series aerodynamic rules package since NASCAR announced it late last year. After participating in a two-day test at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Jan. 31 and Feb. 1, he still isn’t a fan. “We’ve taken the skill away from the driver in this package,” Kyle Busch said during a media availability during the test session. “Anybody could g...2019

Executive Vice President parents, kids, wife / husband, girlfriend / boyfriend

  • • Video: Masai Ujiri nearly had his man with Giannis Antetokounmpo sliding in 2013 NBA Draft
    The Toronto Raptors did not have a pick entering the 2013 NBA Draft. Nevertheless, it did not stop then-newly hired executive vice president and general manager Masai Ujiri from actively pursuing one particular player he had his eyes on: Giannis Antetokounmpo. An old clip from the Raptors war room during the tense moments of the […] The post Video: Masai Ujiri nearly had his man with Giannis...2020
  • • Latest On Orioles’ Ownership
    Major League Baseball has approved Orioles executive vice president John Angelos as the franchise’s new “control person,” Jeff Barker of the Baltimore Sun reports. Angelos’ new title means he’ll officially take over as the Orioles’ primary owner, succeeding his father, Peter Angelos, who purchased the team for $173MM in 1993. John Angelos required approval from&...2020
  • • Jerry Jones: There’s no leadership void with Cowboys
    Another blowout loss has led to another round of questions for the Cowboys regarding whether head coach Mike McCarthy is the right man for the job. Executive vice president Stephen Jones reiterated his belief in McCarthy on Monday and it was his father’s turn to do the same thing on Tuesday. Jerry Jones made an [more]...2020
  • • Chicago Bulls fire head coach Jim Boylen
    Chicago Bulls Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Arturas Karnisovas announced today that head coach Jim Boylen has been fired. MICHAEL REINSDORF: “No one could question Jim’s passion for our team and our organization. We sincerely appreciate his tireless efforts and contributions during his time with the Bulls, and we wish him and his family … Continue reading "Chicago Bulls f...2020
  • • David Griffin reveals plans for Zion Williamson rejoining Pelicans
    New Orleans Pelicans executive vice president of basketball operations David Griffin says he expects rookie Zion Williamson to join the team in practice by Wednesday. Williamson returned to Orlando on Friday night after leaving the NBA bubble for eight days because of a family emergency: “In theory, his quarantine would end Tuesday afternoon-ish,” Griffin said on […] The post Dav...2020
  • • Zion Williamson leaves NBA Disney restart campus to attend family matter
    Pelicans rookie forward Zion Williamson departed Orlando this morning to attend to an urgent family medical matter. He intends to rejoin the team in Orlando for the NBA restart at a later date. “We fully support Zion’s decision to leave the NBA campus to be with his family,” said Pelicans Executive Vice President of Basketball … Continue reading "Zion Williamson leaves NBA Disney restart cam...2020
  • • Jon Wood Reunites Family Team & North Wilkesboro, Preps for Greater Role in NASCAR’s Return
    iRacing Executive Vice President and Executive Producer Steve Myers knew you couldn’t have a return to a legendary track without a certain legendary car. Jon Wood didn’t think it would be possible to field his family’s legendary Wood Brothers entry. But when all was said and done… he’ll be the one driving it. This Saturday, … The post Jon Wood Reunites Family Te...2020
  • • ESPN’s ‘The Last Dance’ documentary on 1997-98 Bulls unlikely to get early release
    Those holding out hope for an expedited release of ESPN’s upcoming Chicago Bulls documentary are probably out of luck. In an interview this week with Front Row, Burke Magnus, the executive vice president of programming acquisitions and scheduling for the network, indicated that an early release for “The Last Dance” is unlikely. “Overall, any original content project that we can conceivably move up...2020
  • • Dez Bryant 'pleading' with Cowboys to bring him back?
    Three-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Dez Bryant has sent numerous tweets over the past several months campaigning for NFL teams to sign him, and that includes trying to convince the Dallas Cowboys to give him another shot.  Apparently he has taken that pitch directly to his former team. According to ESPN’s Ed Werder, Bryant has been in contact with Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones and h...2020
  • • Phillies to retire late Roy Halladay’s jersey on anniversary of perfect game
    The Philadelphia Phillies are going to spend the early part of the 2020 season paying homage to one of the greatest players in franchise history. Philadelphia announced on Tuesday that it will retire the late Roy Halladay’s No. 34 jersey ahead of its May 29 game against the Washington Nationals. This comes on the 10th anniversary of Halladay’s perfect game. “Roy Halladay made an indelible mark on ...2020

Top Executive Vice President news

  • • Packers re-sign DT Guion and DT Raji
    The Green Bay Packers have re-signed DT Letroy Guion and DT B.J. Raji. Ted Thompson, Executive Vice President, General Manager and Director of Football Operations, announced the signings Tuesday. ......2015
  • • Thunder acquire Waiters in three-team trade
    The Oklahoma City Thunder have acquired guard Dion Waiters from the Cleveland Cavaliers in exchange for Oklahoma City's protected 2015 first round pick and as part of the transaction, Lance Thomas was sent to the New York Knicks, Thunder Executive Vice President and General Manager Sam Presti announced Monday....2015
  • • Vernon Davis to Broncos: Latest Trade Details, Comments and Reaction
    2015
  • • Source: Cowboys' Jones, Garrett set 2nd meeting
    Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, son Stephen Jones, the team's executive vice president, and coach Jason Garrett will meet again Tuesday to discuss Garrett's future, a source confirmed to ESPN. The Dallas Morning News first reported Tuesday's meeting....2019
  • • Cowboys RB Murray having hand surgery
    Dallas Cowboys running back DeMarco Murray will have surgery Monday to repair a broken bone in his hand, team executive vice president Stephen Jones said....2014
  • • Dez Bryant Tries to Attend Cowboys QB Meeting After TD Pass vs. Lions
    2016
  • • Jim Boylen relieved as Bulls Head Coach
    Chicago Bulls Executive Vice President – Basketball Operations Arturas Karnisovas announced today t...2020
  • • Dez Bryant Video Rumor Was Investigated by NFL
    2015
  • • NFL Bans Players Convicted of Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence from Combine
    2016
  • • NBA Announces Changes to Intentional Foul Rules
    2016
  • • NASCAR announces the 25 drivers eligible for season-opening Sprint Unlimited
    NASCAR announced the 25 eligible drivers and the format for the season-opening 75-lap Sprint Unlimited at the new Daytona International Speedway motorsports stadium on Saturday, Feb. 13.The event, which will be broadcast live on FOX, Motor Racing Network and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio, marks the first NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race following the completion of DAYTONA Rising, the $400-million frontstretc...2016
  • • Coaching Bad: Preview and TV Schedule for Ray Lewis' New Show
    2015
  • • Tim Tebow to Resume SEC Network Analyst Role After Release from Eagles
    2015
  • • Statements from Ellis, Elway on Kubiak
    President and CEO Joe Ellis and Executive Vice President of Football Operations/General Manager John Elway spoke about hiring Gary Kubiak as head coach....2015

Executive Vice President fantasy rankings and news

  • • Cowboys vs. Steelers: Score and Twitter Reaction from 2016 Regular Season
    2016
  • • What's Next for 2016 Offseason After NBA Draft?
    2016
  • • Revival of the NFC East Isn't Near, It's Here
    2016
  • • Monday Morning Hangover: Buying (or Not) Playoff Prospects of Key Contenders
    2015
  • • Monday Morning Hangover: The Dolphins Must Do More Than Fire Philbin
    2015
  • • Week 2 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: Projections for Top 10 Players at Each Position
    2015
  • • Dave Lozo's Bag Skate: NHL Teams' Blueprint to Set Up Their Goalies for Success
    2014

Executive Vice President schedule, game

  • • Kobe and Gianna Bryant eerily predicted Lakers championship in 2020
    Kobe and Gianna Bryant were tragically unable to witness the 2019-20 Los Angeles Lakers win the franchise’s 17th championship, but both basketball stars may have foreseen it. During an appearance on ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski’s “The Woj Pod,” Lakers executive vice president and general manger Rob Pelinka—who was one of Kobe’s closest friends, former agent, and [&...2020
  • • A’s Rotation Options For 2021
    The Oakland A’s have grown accustomed to finding year-by-year stopgaps to fill their starting rotation. Flyball pitchers fair well in the spacious dimensions of the Coliseum, and Executive Vice President of Baseball Operations Billy Beane and General Manager David Forst apply their ballpark as an advantage by targeting under-market contact veterans like Mike Fiers, Homer Bailey,…...2020
  • • NFL may consider a playoff 'secure environment'
    NFL executive vice president of football operations Troy Vincent said Wednesday that the league may consider a "secure environment," similar to the NBA and NHL bubbles, for postseason games....2020
  • • Pelicans’ David Griffin reveals plan to find the perfect coach for New Orleans
    The New Orleans Pelicans fired their head coach Alvin Gentry last week after he failed to make the playoffs with a relatively easy schedule in the NBA’s bubble. Now that the search has begun, Pelicans executive vice president of basketball operations David Griffin has revealed his plan on finding the perfect coach for an incredibly […] The post Pelicans’ David Griffin reveals plan to f...2020
  • • Pelicans’ David Griffin reveals plan to find the perfect coach for New Orleans
    The New Orleans Pelicans fired their head coach Alvin Gentry last week after he failed to make the playoffs with a relatively easy schedule in the NBA’s bubble. Now that the search has begun, Pelicans executive vice president of basketball operations David Griffin has revealed his plan on finding the perfect coach for an incredibly […] The post Pelicans’ David Griffin reveals plan to f...2020
  • • NFL “laser focused” on Super Bowl 55 as scheduled
    With COVID-19 changing the way nearly everything in the world of football is done, NFL officials are intent on keeping the Super Bowl on schedule. In discussing plans with Tampa officials and media Tuesday, NFL executive vice president Peter O’Reilly said the Feb. 7 Super Bowl 55 was still on track. “We’re very confident in [more]...2020
  • • Browns returning to facilities on June 1
    The Browns will kick off the start of a new month by returning to their facilities. The team announced on Friday that they plan to reopen offices at their training facility in Berea, Ohio and First Energy Stadium on Monday, June 1. Browns executive vice president/chief operating officer Dave Jenkins said in a statement that [more]...2020
  • • New Hampshire expects NASCAR race to be held as scheduled
    As of right now, the plan is for NASCAR to make its annual stop at New Hampshire Motor Speedway in July. Through a spokesperson, NHMS executive vice president David McGrath on Tuesday told NESN.com that the track intends to host a NASCAR Xfinity Series race on July 18 and a Cup Series race the next […]...2020
  • • NASCAR to resume season May 17 with seven races in 10 days
    NASCAR announced Thursday that it will resume its season without fans starting May 17 at Darlington Raceway in South Carolina with the premier Cup Series racing three more times in a 10-day span. “NASCAR and its teams are eager and excited to return to racing, and have great respect for the responsibility that comes with a return to competition,” said Steve O’Donnell, NASCAR executive vice presid...2020
  • • Las Vegas could host 2022 draft
    Las Vegas won’t host the 2020 draft as scheduled because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The NFL instead will hold a made-for-TV virtual draft April 23-25. It stands to reason that Las Vegas will get another chance at a later date. NFL Executive Vice President Peter O’Reilly said on a conference call Tuesday that the league [more]...2020

Executive Vice President rumors, scandals, hoax

  • • Leonard Fournette, NFL world react to Jaguars firing Tom Coughlin
    The Jacksonville Jaguars on Wednesday announced the firing of Executive Vice President Tom Coughlin after three years in that role. It ends a marriage that had been defined by drama and started all the way back in 1995 when Coughlin was named the head coach for the then-expansion team. Needless to say, Coughlin’s firing had the NFL world buzzing. Here are the best reactions, starting with Jaguars ...2019
  • • DeMarcus Lawrence, Cowboys at 'impasse' in negotiations?
    It doesn’t sound like DeMarcus Lawrence and the Cowboys are going to reach an agreement on a long-term deal anytime soon. The pass-rusher was franchise-tagged by Dallas earlier this month, and the two sides have been negotiating ever since.  But the Cowboys front office and Lawrence’s agent, David Canter, have “reached an impasse in negotiations,” according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. We heard...2019
  • • Connecting the dots that could land Nick Foles in Jacksonville
    Tom Coughlin, Jacksonville's executive vice president of football operations, and the Jaguars are going to be looking for a new quarterback this offseason. Struggling signal-caller Blake Bortles is expected to be released by the team. If this were to come to fruition, the Jags might very well make a run for reigning Super Bowl MVP Nick Foles. Here’s the how and why to it. Connections: Jacksonville...2019
  • • Who is O's managerial candidate Hyde?
    A day after Brandon Hyde emerged as the Orioles' reported managerial hire, the baseball world remained abuzz with speculation over whether or not he in fact will be. The Orioles have not confirmed the reports, with executive vice president and general manager Mike Elias calling them "premature."...2018
  • • Report: Growing belief around NFL that Tom Coughlin could coach Jags in 2019
    Tom Coughlin’s second year as the executive vice president of football operations for the Jacksonville Jaguars will ultimately be considered a failure, and speculation is growing that he could end up taking on much more responsibility with the team after the season. Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports reports that there is a “growing perception around the NFL” that the Jaguars could make sweeping chang...2018
  • • Buster Posey is done for the season
    The San Francisco Giants are hanging on for dear life. And this isn’t going to help.At 62-64, the playoffs look less and less likely by the day. As it stands, they are 7.5 games out of first in the NL West. More than that, though, are how good all three teams in front of them are. All three of the Arizona Diamondbacks, Colorado Rockies and Los Angeles Dodgers are contenders. But the Giants are als...2018
  • • Jerry Jones’ son involved in scary-looking head-on collision
    2018
  • • Colts expected to pursue Anthony Hitchens
    After the hiring of former Cowboys linebackers coach Matt Eberflus as the team’s new defensive coordinator, the Colts are expected to make a play for Dallas linebacker Anthony Hitchens once free agency opens, Ed Werder speculates (Twitter link). Werder goes on to say Eberflus values him as a high-quality player who can help others learn the system. Though Cowboys executive vice president Stephen ...2018
  • Week 8 Snap Judgments
    • Week 8 Snap Judgments
    Musings, observations and the occasional insight as we dive into a Week 8 in the NFL that featured some bad weather and surprisingly good finishes… * Get ready for the NFC West to lead the way in drama in the season’s second half. Because this two-team Seahawks and Rams skirmish could be the most fascinating and entertaining of all division races as November and December unfolds. The Rams (5-2) we...2017
  • • Patriots fall to Jags 31-24 in opener
    2017

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