otytips NRL selectionsSaturday, September 17Canberra Raiders ($1.82) v Penrith Panthers ($2.00), GIO Stadium at 7:45pmTeam news:Its often said that a lot can change in a week in the

MINNEAPOLIS -- Josh Tomlin pitched 7 2/3 strong innings, Mike Napoli hit one of three Cleveland homers and the Indians beat the Minnesota Twins 6-1 Sunday.Chris Gimenez had two RBI off the bench as the division-leading Indians won for just the third time in eight games.Max Kepler homered for Minnesota.Tomlin (10-2), who gave up eight runs -- including a season-high five earned -- in 4 2/3 innings against Detroit in his previous outing July 6, looked more like the pitcher that had six straight quality starts before that outing. He allowed six hits and struck out four against the Twins.Minnesota had two runners on in the first, but just three over the next four innings as Tomlin breezed through the Minnesota lineup. He retired 11 straight before Kepler homered in the sixth.Twins starter Kyle Gibson (2-6) allowed 10 hits and four earned runs in six innings. He struck out four.Napoli homered into the second deck in left field for a 1-0 lead in the second. It was his 20th of the season -- and second in three games -- to tie Carlos Santana for the team lead.Three straight two-out singles by Cleveland in the fifth inning increased the lead to 2-0 when Francisco Lindors RBI single scored Santana.However, the inning was overshadowed by an injury to catcher Yan Gomes. He was carted off the field with a right shoulder injury.Running out a grounder, Gomes stepped awkwardly on first base as he tried to avoid the swipe tag of first baseman Kennys Vargas, who was pulled off the bag on the throw from third baseman Eduardo Nunez. Gomes landed on his shoulder as he tumbled to the ground. Hell be evaluated Monday in Cleveland.Gomes snapped an 0-for-27 hitless streak in the third inning with a double that went off the foot of Gibson and trickled into the outfield through a hole at shortstop.Gimenez replaced Gomes behind the plate and hit a two-run single in the sixth for a 4-0 lead. Tyler Naquin homered in the eighth and Jason Kipnis in the ninth.TRAINERS ROOMIndians: RHP Tommy Hunter was placed on the 15-day disabled list with a non-displaced fracture in his lower back. Cleveland recalled RHP Cody Anderson from Triple-A Columbus to replace him. Manager Terry Francona said Hunter was carrying his child during the All-Star Break and tripped on a stair, injuring his back protecting the child. Hunter still felt pain while throwing Saturday and an MRI found the fracture.Twins: General manager Terry Ryan said 3B Trevor Plouffe, on the disabled list since July 2 with a fractured left rib, is making progress, but theres still some things when hes sleeping and moving.UP NEXTIndians: Corey Kluber (9-8, 3.61), who earned the win at the All-Star Game with a scoreless inning, takes to the mound Monday in Kansas City against the Royals Edinson Volquez (8-8, 4.85). Since June 5, Kluber is 5-2 with a 2.79 ERA, allowing more than two earned runs just twice.Twins: Coming off consecutive quality starts, Ricky Nolasco (4-7, 5.22) is scheduled to be on the mound as the Twins open a three-game series Monday in Detroit. Matt Boyd (0-2, 5.77) is scheduled to start for the Tigers. Jordan Retro Pas Cher . -- An ugly goal by Nick Bonino helped the Anaheim Ducks overcome the defensive-minded Phoenix Coyotes on a night when their ragged power play continued to struggle. Air Jordan France .C. Lions has come to an end. Banks told TSN on Jan 2 that he had no interest in playing out the option year of his contract with the Lions in 2014, and he again made that clear in a conversation with Lions GM Wally Buono last week. http://www.pascherairjordanfrance.fr/ . -- Aldon Smith believes he is on the path to being sober for good. Air Jordan Pas Cher Chine . - Derek Wolfe says hes finally healthy after suffering a seizure in November that doctors now believe was related to the spinal cord injury he suffered in the preseason. Destockage Air Jordan . Patrice Bergeron and Daniel Paille scored 20 seconds apart a few minutes after Stamkos was taken off the ice on a stretcher with a broken right leg, and the Bruins beat the Lightning 3-0 on Monday afternoon. Friday, September 16North Queensland Cowboys ($1.47) v Brisbane Broncos ($2.70), 1300SMILES Stadium at 7:55pmTeam news: The Cowboys have a few bumps and bruises -- prop Matt Scott continues to nurse a back injury while centre Kane Linnett has failed to overcome a torn calf muscle and will be replaced by Javid Bowen.Jason Taumololos egg-throwing incident was a slight distraction for the Cowboys however they are certain to be focused by kick-off on Friday night.The Broncos will welcome back Tom Opacic with the centre overcoming a shoulder problem that kept him out of the win against the Titans while Jonus Pearson is on an extended bench to cover James Roberts who heads to the judiciary to fight a weeks ban after a contrary conduct charge.Key head-to-head: Michael Morgan vs Anthony MilfordThis pair are likely to have their hands on the ball more than most for their respective sides so this contest may boil down to who can do the most with it.Michael Morgan is often overshadowed by halves partner Johnathan Thurston in discussions but his rapid improvement has seen him become almost as vital to the Cowboys campaign.Anthony Milford started the season in blistering form and is steadily regaining that confidence again and it is no coincidence that the Broncos results have also improved a result.They have differing styles but are equally as important to their respective teams and will have a major impact on the outcome of this match, and ultimately their teams season.Cowboys:?1. Lachlan Coote, 2. Kyle Feldt, 3. Justin ONeill, 4. Javid Bowen, 5. Antonio Winterstein, 6. Michael Morgan, 7. Johnathan Thurston, 8. Matthew Scott, 9. Jake Granville, 10. James Tamou, 11. Gavin Cooper, 12. Ethan Lowe, 13. Jason Taumalolo. Interchange: 14. Rory Kostjasyn, 15. Coen Hess, 16. Scott Bolton, 17. Ben HannantBroncos:?1. Darius Boyd, 2. Corey Oates, 3. Tom Opacic, 4. James Roberts, 5. Jordan Kahu, 6. Anthony Milford, 7. Ben Hunt, 8. Josh McGuire, 9. Andrew McCullough, 10. Adam Blair, 11. Sam Thaiday, 12. Matt Gillett, 13. Corey Parker. Interchange: 14. Jarrod Wallace, 15. Tevita Pangai Junior, 16. Jai Arrow, 17. Alex Glenn, 18. Jonus PearsonKey Stats:?The Cowboys and Broncos have met twice this season with the home team winning on each occasionJust one point has separated the sides in their previous three meetingsBrisbane have lost their last four games at 1300SMILES Stadium and won just once there since 2011UBET verdict:?$1.47 Cowboys, $2.70 BroncosCash is steaming in for the Cowboys in early trade, both outright and at the line. 1300 SMILES Stadium has been a fortress for them this year, so the intense interest is understandable. Also, Brisbane hasnt won in Townsville since 2013. Recent history suggests a tight result however, with a field goal separating them in each of their last three encounters.Weather:?A 50 percent chance of showers throughout the day clearing in the evening with an expected temperature of 24 degrees at kick-off.Prediction:?Its hard to go past the Cowboys. They were below par against the Storm but were still competitive while I believe the Broncos benefited greatly from a number of favourable calls against the Titans last week.These two teams have become accustomed to delivering classic encounters but I get the feeling the Cowboys will have too much ammunition for their Queensland cousins on this occasion.North Queensland have lost just once at 1300SMILES Stadium all season and with a ferocious home crowd behind them I expect the Cowboys to gallop away with a relatively comfortable victory.Tip: Cowboys by 8Enter your ESPNfootytips NRL selectionsSaturday, September 17Canberra Raiders ($1.82) v Penrith Panthers ($2.00), GIO Stadium at 7:45pmTeam news:Its often said that a lot can change in a week in the NRL and Canberra are finding out the hard way. After storming iinto the NRL finals off the back of 10 straight wins, the Raiders now face a sudden death contest against one of the competitions form teams and have a number of injury concerns.ddddddddddddCanberra have named Josh Hodgson despite the hooker being a long-shot to play after suffering an ankle injury in the loss to the Sharks -- Kurt Baptiste will likely move from the bench to starting hooker in his absence with Adam Clydsdale expected to come into the 17.Ricky Stuart has also included Blake Austin and the Raiders five-eighth is confident of playing despite missing three weeks with a broken hand.In contrast, the Panthers are purring on and off the field - they have a clean bill of health on the injury front and have named an unchanged side to take on the Raiders however Moses Leota has been named as 18th man.Key head-to-head: Aidan Sezer vs Nathan ClearyAt just 25-years-old, Aidan Sezer is hardly a veteran but up against 18-year-old Nathan Cleary he may feel like one.Sezer has been a fine addition to Canberra this year and can take a lot of credit for their success - his kicking game, direction and calmness on the ball have been a crucial ingredient in the Raiders rise and with Hodgson out and doubts over Austin, theyll need him to stand up more than ever.The same could be said for Penrith and Nathan Cleary - the Panthers were labouring midway through the season with six wins from 11 matches but since Clearys NRL debut in round 13 they have gone on to win 10 of 14.The Panthers are almost flippant in the way they rack up points but their exuberance of youth is matched by a ruthless attitude in defence and Cleary is a key factor behind everything they do.Raiders:?1. Jack Wighton, 2. Edrick Lee, 3. Jarrod Croker, 4. Joseph Leilua, 5. Jordan Rapana, 6. Blake Austin, 7. Aidan Sezer, 8. Junior Paulo, 9. Josh Hodgson, 10. Shannon Boyd, 11. Josh Papalii, 12. Elliott Whitehead, 13. Iosia Soliola. Interchange: 14. Kurt Baptiste, 15. Luke Bateman, 16. Clay Priest, 17. Joseph TapinePanthers:?1. Matt Moylan, 2. Josh Mansour, 3. Waqa Blake, 4. Tyrone Peachey, 5. Dallin Watene Zelezniak, 6. Bryce Cartwright, 7. Nathan Cleary, 8. Leilani Latu, 9. Peter Wallace, 10. Suaia Matagi, 11. Isaah Yeo, 12. James Fisher-Harris, 13. Trent Merrin. Interchange: 14. Sitaleki Akauola, 15. Jeremy Latimore, 16. Chris Grevsmuhl, 17. Zak Hardaker, 20. Moses LeotaKey Stats:The Raiders have won three of their previous four meetings with the PanthersThe Panthers have won just three of their past 11 at GIO Stadium dating back to 2005The Raiders and Panthers have one win a piece this seasonUBET verdict:$1.82 Raiders, $2.00 PanthersEarly shoppers have come for outsiders Penrith, which suggests the odds will tighten up at some stage. Canberra has won nine of their past 10 games at home, but the injury to Josh Hodgson is a big blow and punters are wary.Weather:?Partly cloudy with a 40 percent chance of showers, light winds and expected temperature of 11 degrees at kick-off.Prediction:?My only reservation with Penrith leading into the NRL finals was how their young players would handle the pressure - they delivered an emphatic answer to that question against Canterbury.The Panthers are entering a golden era and play a brand of football that oozes confidence - in contrast, the Raiders may have lost some of their momentum in last Saturday nights loss to the Sharks.Canberra have also been struck with injuries to key players at the wrong time of the year - Josh Hodgson is a huge loss and rushing Blake Austin back if he isnt fully fit will be a risk.I wont write the Raiders off completely but I am leaning towards the Panthers.Tip: Panthers by 10Enter your ESPNfootytips NRL selections China NFL Jerseys Cheap Nike NFL Jerseys NFL Jerseys Cheap Wholesale NFL Jerseys Cheap Basketball Jerseys Online Stitched Hockey Jerseys Wholesale Baseball Jerseys Football Jerseys Outlet College Jerseys For Sale Cheap MLB Jerseys Wholesale Soccer Jerseys Wholesale Jerseys For Sale Wholesale NFL Jerseys ' ' '