Wow. Just freaking...wow. In an unreal turn of events (that we kind of saw coming but still doesn't feel real) the Tottenham Hotspurs sacked manager Mauricio Pochettino, ending a run many expected to lead him to a larger club. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnZf9YGyTRk From Southampton to Tottenham, Poch was fondly thought of as a promising coach that canContinue reading "Jose Finds a Home"
The Only Possible Reason Jamal Crawford Isn’t Signed
Beyond the Arc by Ben Fiore Carmelo Anthony was a former star who was having trouble finding a team the last two years, yet he got signed and debuted with the Portland Trailblazers last night. Aside from Melo, there is one other talented veteran that is hard to believe would have any kind of troubleContinue reading "The Only Possible Reason Jamal Crawford Isn’t Signed"
Houston Astros Under Investigation for Sign Stealing
By AJ Stewart Contributing Writer The Astros misfortune has dwelled into this year’s off-season. Just a few weeks after their disappointing game 7 loss to the Bryce Harper-less Washington Nationals an old friend decided to blow the whistle on their little procedures down south. The Athletic had Mike Fiers the only named whistleblower of 4Continue reading "Houston Astros Under Investigation for Sign Stealing"
The Colin Kaepernick Saga
Three years ago, Colin Kaepernick did something a vast majority people in our world could never do. He sacrificed everything he had for something he believes in. How he went about it was so unearthing that he shook nerves of the leader of the free world. This past Saturday at 3:00 PM, the entire sagaContinue reading "The Colin Kaepernick Saga"
The Knights stormed Dreamhack Atlanta!
This past weekend was Dreamhack Atlanta, which hosted multiple esports events, including the first Halo event in quite a good amount of time. Unfortunately, my boy Snip3down was unable to take home the trophy as team Mantra dropped in the losers finals, to the eventual winners of the whole tournament, TOX Gaming. That's not theContinue reading "The Knights stormed Dreamhack Atlanta!"
South Dakota Government Marketing Team… WTF
I know this is not sports related, but this is too bizzare not to post. Kristi Noem, the Governor of South Dakota, announced on Monday their new slogan to combat the meth epidemic in South Dakota: https://twitter.com/ByMikeBaker/status/1196531425152880642 Yes, you read that right. Their slogan to COMBAT meth use, is "Meth, We're On It." WHAT!?!?!?!?! TheContinue reading "South Dakota Government Marketing Team… WTF"
Brandon Matthews Deserves His Spot at The Open After Comforting A Fan With Down Syndrome
It was the third playoff hole at the PGA Tour Latinoamerica in Argentina and a spot in The Open was on the line. Brandon Matthews, a relatively unknown golfer, had an eight-foot putt to extend the playoff to a fourth hole. In the middle of his backswing, a fan shouted out and you could seeContinue reading "Brandon Matthews Deserves His Spot at The Open After Comforting A Fan With Down Syndrome"
The Biggest Thing Ben Cherington Brings To The Table
The Pirates will enter this offseason with a new Team President, GM, and manager. That's a lot of change. But a lot of things will remain the same. Mainly the payroll. But there's still reason for a slight degree of optimism. Long-term optimism. Drafting and developing prospects means the world to a small-market team. LuckilyContinue reading "The Biggest Thing Ben Cherington Brings To The Table"
SCALDING HOT TAKE: Ryan Day is a better coach than Urban Meyer
Even though it is his first season as head coach of THE Ohio State Buckeyes, I genuinely think that Ryan Day is a better coach than Urban Meyer. Purely opinion based and having nothing to do with stats, I think Day has had a greater impact on this Ohio State team than anyone could haveContinue reading "SCALDING HOT TAKE: Ryan Day is a better coach than Urban Meyer"
Rob Gronkowski announces BIG ANNOUNCEMENT Tuesday morning
There are a few things that can be worse than Monday mornings. Your team losing on Sunday (Luckily the Bills stomped the Dolphins this weekend) or on Thursday (Sorry Yinzers), walking into a test after drinking all night long, or my least favorite, former Patriots tight end and future Hall of Famer Rob Gronkowski announcingContinue reading "Rob Gronkowski announces BIG ANNOUNCEMENT Tuesday morning"
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