Bolt adjusting training regimen in final season

Nine-time Olympic champion Usain Bolt dedicated what is set to be his last track season to his fans, with the Jamaican sprint star saying his training regimen was now “more relaxed.” However, the 30-year-old insisted Monday that his will to win was undimmed. “It’s more relaxed, me and my coach will discuss, we’re going to […]

The post Bolt adjusting training regimen in final season appeared first on The Japan Times.

Hanyu’s strength, style a sight to behold

Yuzuru Hanyu will head to the Grand Prix Final next week in Marseille, France, at the top of his game. His performance at the NHK Trophy here over the weekend reaffirmed his place at the pinnacle of his sport. Hanyu’s training partner Javier Fernandez has won the world title the past two seasons and is […]

The post Hanyu’s strength, style a sight to behold appeared first on The Japan Times.

Warriors hold off Hawks, win 12th straight

Runner-up for Defensive Player of the Year in two straight seasons, Draymond Green desperately wants to prove how good Golden State can be on that end of the floor. Kevin Durant, Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson can have all the scoring glory. Green takes it personally when people question the Warriors’ D. Green blocked two […]

The post Warriors hold off Hawks, win 12th straight appeared first on The Japan Times.

Hokkaido’s Orimo tops 9,000 points for career

Levanga Hokkaido shooting guard Takehiko Orimo surpassed the 9,000-career point milestone on Monday night in an 84-62 loss to the red-hot Chiba Jets. The 46-year-old basketball icon, known for decades of outside shooting prowess, eclipsed 9,000 points on, appropriately, a 3-point basket with 50 seconds remaining in the opening quarter in Yubari, Hokkaido. That gave […]

The post Hokkaido’s Orimo tops 9,000 points for career appeared first on The Japan Times.

Veteran pitcher Volquez to join Marlins: source

The Miami Marlins have begun the painful task of revamping their rotation following the death of ace Jose Fernandez, reaching a deal with free agent Edinson Volquez. The veteran right-hander agreed to a $22 million, two-year contract, a person familiar with the situation said Monday. The person confirmed the deal to The Associated Press on […]

The post Veteran pitcher Volquez to join Marlins: source appeared first on The Japan Times.

Rams COO disputes Hall of Famer Dickerson’s claim

Eric Dickerson is welcome on the Los Angeles Rams’ sideline anytime. Rams COO Kevin Demoff tweeted reassurance at the Hall of Fame running back on Monday, shortly after Dickerson claimed he was no longer allowed on the sideline due to his criticism of the team. Dickerson made the claim on his radio show on KLAC-AM, […]

The post Rams COO disputes Hall of Famer Dickerson’s claim appeared first on The Japan Times.

Mourinho in trouble again with F.A.

The Football Association has charged Jose Mourinho with improper conduct after the Manchester United manager was sent to the stands for the second time in a month in Sunday’s 1-1 draw with West Ham. Mourinho has until Thursday evening to respond to the charge. Referee Jon Moss disciplined the Portuguese coach when he kicked a […]

The post Mourinho in trouble again with F.A. appeared first on The Japan Times.

Longtime hurler Arakaki retires

Former Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks right-hander Nagisa Arakaki revealed his decision to retire Tuesday after 14 years in Nippon Professional Baseball. “I thought it was about time to decide after speaking to my family,” said Arakaki, who was released by the Tokyo Yakult Swallows last month and was waiting for offers from other teams. The 36-year-old […]

The post Longtime hurler Arakaki retires appeared first on The Japan Times.

Buffaloes sign outfielder Romero

Former Seattle Mariners outfielder Stefen Romero has signed a one-year contract with the Orix Buffaloes. Japanese media reported the deal was worth $850,000 and has provisions for bonuses. Romero batted .195 in 94 major league games spread over the past three seasons with Seattle. With Triple-A Tacoma this season, Romero batted .304 in 106 games, […]

The post Buffaloes sign outfielder Romero appeared first on The Japan Times.

Lack of fundamentals making football unrecognizable

Like Howard Beale, the Peter Finch character in the classic film “Network,” MAS is mad as hell and he’s not going to take it anymore. The horrible blocking and tackling in football nowadays, that is. In “Network,” you’ll recall viewers were persuaded by Beale to chuck their TVs out the window to exhibit their disgust […]

The post Lack of fundamentals making football unrecognizable appeared first on The Japan Times.