http://www.retaildive.com/news/sports-direct-enters-us-market-with-101m-eastern-outfitters-buy/440964
The Bob's website lists most of the stores remaining open. The media must have gotten misinformation. I only found the Manchester, CT and Bedford, NH closing, although there may be a few others.
Also the Danbury, CT and East Northport, NY stores will be closing.