CLEVELAND -- The grueling four-month championship drought could soon be over. http:///...ter-Redskins-Jersey/ .Cleveland, yes, Cleveland, a city kicked around for years and where sports heartbreak was engrained in the collective DNA of generations of fans and misery was a fumble or John Elway touchdown pass away, is on deck for another title celebration.This year, everyone else is playing for second place. Its Clevelands turn in the spotlight.The empty cups and bottles had barely been cleaned up from the summer-long party after LeBron James and the Cavaliers stormed back to win the win the NBA Finals, when along come these improbable Indians, a team that has defied the odds all season and advanced to the World Series for the first time since 1997.And in a perfect sports storm almost unimaginable to the most optimistic fan, the Cavs will receive their diamond-studded rings Tuesday night at Quicken Loans Arena and become the first Cleveland team since 1964 to hoist a world championship banner as the Indians throw out the first pitch in Game 1 next door at Progressive Field.Is there any better way? asked James, the star whose return home in 2014 triggered a wave of hope across Northeast Ohio. I dont know, having an ice cream truck outside both arenas at the same time as well. Its great. We get to host the World Series and we get our rings on the same night -- at the same time.If we had a retractable roof it would be probably the loudest (sound) we ever heard, so its pretty special, he said.For years, Cleveland was little more than a punchline to outsiders -- a city dubbed The Mistake On The Lake.These days, the jokes on everyone else. Cleveland is undergoing a 21st century renaissance that intensified when the Cavs stopped the citys dry spell without a major pro sports championship at 52 years.Now the citys abuzz about the Indians, who havent won the World Series since 1948.On Thursday, the final World Series tickets sold out in 15 minutes and fans endured long lines to buy merchandise commemorating the AL pennant.Claudia Beal was one of them, and as she waited patiently at a sporting goods store in suburban Westlake, the mother of three boys was savoring every second.When I moved here, people thought I was crazy. They were like, `Oh, Cleveland, she said, rolling her eyes. And now they see what its like and were getting our turn. I think everyone now realizes what a great city it is. It has this bad rap. I didnt know I was going to move here, and once I got here, I was like, this is amazing.And as Clevelands image changes, so does its people.By winning it all, the Cavs inspired confidence in fans who grew to expect the worst in big moments. Theyd been tortured by Elway beating the Browns in AFC championship games, Michael Jordan knocking down a game-winning shot to sink the Cavs and the Indians losing Game 7 to Florida in 97.But James and his teammates, who have rallied behind the Indians at playoff games this October, gave fans the belief anything is possible. They also took some of the pressure off the citys other teams.Thats part of my whole mindset is to inspire as many people as I possibly can -- from kids growing up in my inner city to professional athletes in our city, James said.Cavs coach Tyronn Lue has entrenched himself into Cleveland since arriving two years ago. Even now, months after his teams historic comeback, hes stopped by fans basking in a title that was always out of reach.I dont know why, but they do come up to me and thank me, Lue said, smiling. Were champs and they carry themselves like that and rightfully so.Anne Balk feels grateful. Like so many Cleveland fans, shes enjoying this 2016 joyride. Her journey, though, has deeper meaning.As the Cavs marched toward a championship, she gave birth and spent many nights in front of the TV watching playoff games along with her baby boy, Bodhi.In a few years, Balk, who shopped for souvenirs while wearing a black hoodie that said, Ohio Against The World, will tell her son the amazing story of his first seasons as a Cleveland fan.You know, she said. This has been quite year for us. http:///...son_Redskins_Jersey/ .H. -- Matt Kenseth made it 2 for 2 in the Chase, holding off teammate Kyle Busch to win Sunday at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. http:///...man_Redskins_Jersey/ .500 on the season. The Jets are now 0-5-1 in the second game of back-to-backs. The game started the same way the Vancouver game started the night before, with the Jets taking the first two penalties of the game and killing off the first, but the Oilers getting on the board first, scoring on the second man-advantage. http:///...Coy_Redskins_Jersey/ . What general manager Dave Nonis called "short and productive" negotiations ended with Kessel signing a US$64-million, eight-year contract on Tuesday.Manchester City will be without playmaker David Silva for the next two to three weeks with the hamstring injury as they look to continue their quest for a top-four place and with this seasons Champions League hopes in the balance against Real Madrid. City will have one eye on Wednesdays semi-final second leg against Real at the Bernabeu having been held to a goalless draw at Etihad Stadium.But the league is the best way for them to guarantee a seat at Europes top table next year and will hope to come away with a confidence boosting win on the south coast, live on Sky Sports 1 HD from 3.30pm. Theoretically, Southampton could finish eighth and qualify for the Europa League but that depends on a host of factors going their way. Five points separate fifth and eighth and there is all to play for.Team news Charlie Austin has recovered from his knee injury Charlie Austin has recovered from his knee injury and will be available for Southampton.Florin Gardos has finally recovered from his long-term knee problem but is unlikely to be considered for selection.Southampton have no fresh injury concerns ahead of hosting City at St Marys, giving Ronald Koeman plenty of options. Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini has an update on the fitness of David Silva and Yaya Toure ahead of their Premier League match at Southampton Silvas hamstring injury rules the Spaniard out of the trip to the south coast, as well as next Wednesdays semi-final second leg against Real at the Bernabeu.Midfielder Yaya Toure is back in training after a thigh injury but is not expected to feature this weekend while forward Samir Nasri has recovered from a muscle problem and will be in the squad at St Marys. Manchester City were held by Real Madrid in midweek Opta statsSouthampton have won just one of their last nine Premier League games versus Manchester City (drawn two, lost six). Silva out two to three weeks Manchester Citys David Silva ruled out for two to three weeks Raheem Sterling has had a hand in five goals in his last four Premier League matches against Southampton (three goals, two assists).Joe Hart could make his 300th Premier League appearance in this match and would be the sixth English goalkeeper to reach this landmark in the competition.Sergio Aguero has scored in each of his last five Premier League appearances, but has never scorred in six in a row in the competition. http:///...ams_Redskins_Jersey/. Sergio Aguero has scored in each of his last five Premier League appearances Southampton have fired in the most open play crosses in the Premier League this season (654) and have scored the most headed goals (14).Virgil van Dijk has won 74 per cent of his 206 aerial duels in the Premier League this season; the highest ratio of any player to have been involved in 100+ aerials. Jamie Redknapp joins Ed Chamberlin to preview Sundays games in the Premier League This is now Shane Longs best goalscoring season in the Premier League (nine goals) and the Irish striker has had a hand in eight goals in his last eight league appearances (four goals, four assists).Sadio Mane has scored four goals in his last five Premier League games for Southampton; this after a run of 19 league apps without scoring. Samir Nasri could play some part against Southampton this Sunday Man City have conceded a goal every 78 minutes without Vincent Kompany on the pitch this season, compared to a goal conceded every 180 minutes when he has been on the pitch (including injury time).Kevin De Bruyne has created the most goalscoring chances for Man City this season in the Premier League (71) despite appearing in only 23 of their 35 games.Mersons predictionsIts a dodgy game for Manchester City this. They are fighting to get into the Champions League and have a big game next week against Real Madrid. Southampton are a good team and this game could open the top-four race right back up. Dusan Tadic scored twice for Southampton at Villa last time out I like Southampton, Manchester City will have to rest players and take a chance, and theyre not playing Stoke. Southampton have to score first but if they do they could go on and win the game.Paul predicts: Southampton 1-1 Man CityBettingWith Manchester City most likely to be concentrating on their huge Champions League clash with Real Madrid, Southampton been made marginal favourites by Sky Bet at 6/4 to beat City, with the away side priced up at 17/10  to claim victory. With five goals in his last three league games Sergio Aguero is 7/2 to score the first goal with Graziano Pelle Price Boosted from 5/1 to 6/1 to net in in a Saints win. Sky Sports pundit Charlie Nicolas as backed Sadio Mane to score the opening goal in a 2-1 win for the hosts at odds of 50/1.See all the odds and Price Boosts here.  Cheap Hoodies From China Discount NFL Shirts Cheap NFL Jerseys Authentic Cheap NFL Jerseys China Wholesale China Jerseys Wholesale Jerseys From China Cheap Jerseys Cheap Jerseys Fast Shipping China Jerseys Stitched Jerseys ' ' '