MLB
Phillies Fans Already Booing Bryce Harper
Every passionate fan base has a stereotype. But it’s not always the same from sport to sport in a given city. Cubs fans are not
March 29, 2019
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Friar: Rob Gronkowski was Right to Retire
Since Rob Gronkowski announced his retirement on Sunday his football resume has made its rounds on Twitter. Three-time Super Bowl champion, four-time first team All-Pro,
March 25, 2019
MLB
End of an Era: Ichiro Officially Retires
Hard to believe it’s almost been two decades since Ichiro Suzuki made the trip from Japan to America to play for the Seattle Mariners. It’s almost just as unfathomable to imagine his career has officially come to an end, with his retirement becoming official as part of the Mariners’ 5-4 win over the Oakland A’s in Japan.
March 21, 2019
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Fortnite Consumed Major League Baseball in 2018
Like almost every video game craze, the Fortnite phenomenon that consumed America in 2018 was not limited to the youth. (News flash: adults like video games, too.)
March 19, 2019
NFL
Le’Veon Bell Reaps Reward of odd Approach in 2018
At the time, Le’Veon Bell’s decision to forgo the 2018 season, thus leave $14 million dollars on the table, appeared to be one of the most irresponsible decisions made in professional sports. He would’ve nearly doubled his career earnings by playing in 2018 alone. Never mind the fact he was turning his back on the Pittsburgh Steelers fanbase and teammates; this was just terrible business.
March 14, 2019
NFL
Nick Foles gets his own Team in Jacksonville
In short, Nick Foles’ NFL career has been unique.
From the guy who couldn’t throw an interception, to a back-up quarterback, to Super Bowl champion and MVP, to back-up, to starter again. Not to mention playing for two teams in between his stints with the Philadelphia Eagles.
March 12, 2019
NBA
Lakers Reportedly Planning to Restrict LeBron James’ Minutes
In a matter of 24 hours, LeBron James has passed Michael Jordan on the NBA’s all-time scoring list and reportedly was given a minutes restriction by the Los Angeles Lakers, according to Chris Haynes of Yahoo! Sports. The report also indicates LeBron “likely won’t play back-to-backs.”
March 9, 2019
MLB
Bryce Harper Taking Cues From LeBron James?
LeBron James’ changed the NBA forever in his first offseason as a free agent. The idea of meeting with other free agents to decide on a destination, instead of selecting a destination based on the players they had and considered acquired had not been done. In an age where stars not only share agents but also share other contacts like skills or strength coaches, this shouldn’t come as a shock.
March 4, 2019
MLB
Pitch Clock won’t solve MLB’s problems
Major League Baseball is finally trying to figure out ways to improve the game. It’s no small feat, with a good portion of the game’s fans being purists. In reality, though, baseball is riddled with change. The mound has been lowered before, then there’s the DH, not to mention the Wild Card system. Times change and the game has to on occasion too.
February 28, 2019
MLB
Yankees Save Money, Extend Hicks for 7 Years
Generally speaking, when it comes to MLB free agency, if the New York Yankees are in on a player, it’s the Yankees vs. everyone else.
February 25, 2019
NBA
Where Should Zion Williamson go From Here?
Wednesday night’s fiasco in the Duke-North Carolina game was what every young superstar fears. Zion Williamson’s near-serious injury is why many want athletes to have the option to forgo college and jump straight to the pros.
February 21, 2019
MLB
Stanton Criticizes MLB Free Agency
To say Major League Baseball’s off-season was slow this year is putting it mildly. Pitchers and catchers have reported. Other hitters have shown up. Spring
February 18, 2019
