For Billy Walters, a career as a professional gambler has been a dream, even with some bumps, like a prison sentence, along the way. Now, he's releasing the new book "Gambler: Secrets from a Life at Risk," sharing his whole story. Dana Jacobson has more. … [Read more...] about Sports gambler Billy Walters shares unusual rags to riches story in new book
Archives for August 2023
Saturday Sessions: Rhiannon Giddens performs “You’re the One”
Grammy winner Rhiannon Giddens returns to Saturday Sessions after releasing her first album of all-original songs. Known for her eclectic musical style, the singer is preparing for a national tour next year. From new album "You're the One," here is Rhiannon Giddens with "You're the One." … [Read more...] about Saturday Sessions: Rhiannon Giddens performs “You’re the One”
Washington Nationals’ Six-Man Rotation: SB Nation Reacts poll results…
Voting members of the Nationals’ fanbase overwhelmingly support the club’s move to a 6-man starting rotation... Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across Major League Baseball. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Washington Nationals fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Patrick Corbin, … [Read more...] about Washington Nationals’ Six-Man Rotation: SB Nation Reacts poll results…
Washington Nationals news & notes: Nats score seven on Michael Lorenzen after no-hitter last time; beat Phillies, 8-7
Notes and quotes from the Nationals’ win over the Phillies last night in D.C. Revenge Game: Michael Lorenzen, in his first start at home for the Phillies after Philadelphia acquired him in a trade deadline deal with the Detroit Tigers, no-hit Washington’s Nationals, walking four in a 124-pitch effort in a 7-0 win in Citizens Bank Park. Of the 319 pitchers to throw an official … [Read more...] about Washington Nationals news & notes: Nats score seven on Michael Lorenzen after no-hitter last time; beat Phillies, 8-7
Haskins’ estate reaches partial settlement in lawsuit over death on Florida highway
The estate of late NFL quarterback Dwayne Haskins has reached a "partial settlement" in its lawsuit against the driver, the owner and the broker of the dump truck that struck and killed Haskins, the family's lawyer said Friday. … [Read more...] about Haskins’ estate reaches partial settlement in lawsuit over death on Florida highway