This was the news release from WWE today. “WWE has named Paul Heyman as Executive Director of Monday Night Raw and Eric Bischoff as Executive Director of SmackDown LIVE, newly created positions reporting directly to WWE Chairman & CEO Vince McMahon. In their executive roles, Heyman and Bischoff will oversee the creative development of WWE’sContinue reading "WWE Makes A Big Decision"
It’s About Damn Time
A few days ago the NHL introduced the 2019 Hall of Fame Inductees. Among them was two time Stanley Cup Champion Sergei Zubov. Zubov retired in 2009 after a sixteen year career finally the NHL added one of the most prolific defenseman of the dead puck era. For me Zubov was one of my favoriteContinue reading "It’s About Damn Time"
My Picks for All Star Starters – American League
Yesterday, I released my picks for National League starters. And today, I will be sharing my picks for the American League. For each league, the top three position players, including nine outfielders have advanced to the Starter Elections that begins on today at noon and lasts 28 hours until 4 PM EST on the 27th.Continue reading "My Picks for All Star Starters – American League"
Why the NBA Got Every Award Right This Year
Beyond the Arc by Ben Fiore The other day, the annual NBA Awards were hosted in California. There were some great laughs between Shaq and Chuck, some celebrity cameos, and a lot of emotional speeches. Overall it was a great night, especially because every single award given was absolutely on point. First, Bradley BealContinue reading "Why the NBA Got Every Award Right This Year"
Stomping Grounds Results
The first public Pay Per View for the Wrestling League will be shrouded in controversy due to a ruling from the Commissioner. More on that later. The League's first open call for entry's was pretty good with for TFTB fans taking part. Former Thoughts From The Bench YouTube personality Jon Fisher chief among them. InContinue reading "Stomping Grounds Results"
Handcuffs to Think About
Ooooo, the handcuff. The "I KnEW ThIS GUy wAs GoNnA BrEAk OuT" running backs we all want to draft but traditionally don't want to waste the roster space. In basic terms, handcuffs are running backs that you would try to pair with a top tier guy, most likely in an offense that produces RB 1Continue reading "Handcuffs to Think About"
My Picks for All Star Starters – National League
This past Friday, the finalists for the All Star game were announced based on the results of the fan voting primaries. For each league, the top three position players, including nine outfielders have advanced to the Starter Elections that begins on Wednesday, June 26 at noon and lasts 28 hours until 4 PM EST onContinue reading "My Picks for All Star Starters – National League"
2019 NHL Draft Recap
Well Hockey Fans it has come and gone. The 2019 Entry Level Draft is in our rearview mirror as he head down the summer highway towards July 1st aka the first day of free agency. A few teams made out like bandits at the weekend and other, well didn’t really help themselves all. Today weContinue reading "2019 NHL Draft Recap"
FIFA Women’s World Cup 2019 Group Stage Recap: Villain of the Tourney?
Marty here, residential eSports expert branching on out into the world of soccer/football. Let me preface this by saying I'm not the most knowledgeable person when it comes to soccer, but I do enjoy watching it! So this is coming from a more casual watcher's point of view. The defending champions of the World Cup,Continue reading "FIFA Women’s World Cup 2019 Group Stage Recap: Villain of the Tourney?"
Let’s Hear It For the…Montrampa Bay Rays?
https://twitter.com/JeffPassan/status/1141761834434871297 The Tampa Bay Rays organization is exploring the possibility of playing the first half of their season in Tampa and the second half in Montreal. The Rays attendance figures have been the league low for years and the city of Montreal allegedly wants baseball back since losing the Expos in 2004. I think thisContinue reading "Let’s Hear It For the…Montrampa Bay Rays?"
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