Quote of the Day
"He came out and did his thing. I can't blame him for that but I wish it was
a notch lower."
-- Joe Buck, on comedian Artie Lange using off-color language during the debut episode of Buck's self-titled HBO show (SI.com, 6/16).
Top Stories
Extending Their Shift
It appears the Coyotes will remain in Phoenix for at least one more season, as a bankruptcy court judge rules against RIM co-CEO Jim Balsillie's bid to buy the team and relocate it to Hamilton, Ontario. The ruling is a clear victory for the NHL, which will now turn its attention to finding a buyer who will keep the financially-strapped franchise in Arizona. Judge Redfield Baum in his ruling says Balsillie’s relocation timetable does not leave enough time to resolve the case’s complex issues, and he rejects the argument that not allowing the team to be relocated violates antitrust laws. Balsillie's advisor Richard Rodier during a conference call this morning characterizes the ruling as part of the "ebb and flow" of a bankruptcy hearing, and he claims Balsillie's offer remains the only one on the table for the Coyotes.
More Bang For Your Buck
Artie Lange steals headlines from Joe Buck's HBO debut with obscene tirade; was it an intentional move to attract attention?
The Final Tallies
NBA Finals second most-watched in five years; NHL sees most viewers for game in 36 years for Game Seven.
I Can See Clearly Now
Prospective new 49ers stadium would offer seating that brings fans closer to the action.
Diving Back In
Phelps partners with H2O Audio for first sponsorship since infamous photos.
Wrangled Up
Cowboys Stadium reserved seats sold out, 90% of club tickets sold for '09 season.
Orange Crush
Report shows Tropicana Field renovation would cost more than new ballpark.
Takin' It Back To The Old School
Andy Murray breaks new Fred Perry-inspired ensemble in advance of Wimbledon.
7-2 Odds
Golf, rugby reportedly lead sports hoping for Olympics inclusion, but baseball makes a push.
