As a reporter, I normally have to toe the line of partiality to give readers and viewers an unbiased look at the information they need and why it is important. As a wrestling fan, I get to throw that away, cheer the good guys and boo the bad guys. The …
Read More »The Birth of a Juggernaut: The Rise of the Houston Astros
The year is 2011. The Houston Astros, having traded fan favorites Lance Berkman and Roy Oswalt the season before, are in a downward spiral. The team was 76-86 in 2010, but it would not even crack 60 wins in 2011. It can’t get any worse, right? Wrong. In their last …
Read More »Podcast: Cooperstown’s standards denying Bonds are inconsistent
It is undeniable that there was an uptick in home runs hit during Major League Baseball’s infamous “steroid era.” But without rules and regulations being enforced to prevent their use, many records were broken which could stand untouched for years. Barry Bonds is Major League Baseball’s all-time home run leader, …
Read More »Podcast: Celtics still reaping benefits of Nets trade
The Boston Celtics’ blockbuster trade with the Brooklyn Nets in 2013 changed the trajectory of both franchises. The Nets failed to compete for a championship, while the Celtics made it to the NBA Finals in 2022. Franchise cornerstones Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum came to Boston through picks originally owned …
Read More »Podcast: The Death of Duke vs Maryland
For decades, the Duke Blue Devils and Maryland Terrapins played each other every year. This all changed when the Terps moved to the Big 10, and the rivalry has not been played since 2014. Shawn Humphrey talks about the heated nature of the rivalry and the high stakes it held.
Read More »Podcast: Pelicans watching Lakers closely in 2022-23
The New Orleans Pelicans, sitting at first place in the Western Conference, have the chance to make a big addition to the team in the offseason. With the Lakers holding the 13th spot in the West, the Pelicans might be watching the draft lottery closely. Shawn Humphrey talks about what …
Read More »Tinseltown Terror: The Los Angeles Lakers’ fall from grace
The Los Angeles Lakers, 17-time NBA Champions, have found success in multiple eras. From Mikan, to Magic to the Mamba, some of the sport’s greatest ever have propelled the Lakers to the top of the totem since the franchise’s founding in 1947. Despite the team’s 2020 title, the Lakers are …
Read More »Gators get 2024 five star Lagway
Months upon months of anticipation came to a head Wednesday when Willis, Tex. quarterback D.J. Lagway prepared to decide where he would play his college football. The five-star recruit spurned his father’s alma mater Baylor, along with USC, Clemson and Texas A&M to sign with the Florida Gators. He picked …
Read More »Grizzlies edge Heat, 101-93
The ninth place Miami Heat fell to the Memphis Grizzlies Monday, dropping their record to 11-13. The Grizzlies moved to 15-9 in the second game of a back-to-back. The team defeated the Pistons Sunday. Grizzlies: No Ja? No Problem Tyus Jones had a career night, leading the team in scoring …
Read More »Bolts beat Buffalo in OT
While it was not a defensive clinic, the Tampa Bay Lightning’s 6-5 win over the Buffalo Sabres had much of what fans have become accustomed to over the last several years. Monday, the Bolts went three-for-four on the power play, and captain Steven Stamkos stuffed the stat sheet. Stammer finished …
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