The bottom of the Eastern Conference playoff race is turning into the best race as we head down the stretch at season’s end. With tonights win, the Nets have won 6 straight but head into the toughest part of their season, with games against Atlanta (twice), Chicago, and Portland in the coming week. Let’s get… Continue reading The Nets Continue to Rise: NBA Daily Recap for Apr 3
Portland Timbers Lackluster Start, and the Designated Player Rule
From your daughter playing Little League Baseball, to your alma mater’s football team, no one wants to see a team they support at the bottom of the league—even early on in the season. But for members of the (in)famous Timbers Army, that’s precisely where they find themselves heading into the fifth match of the season,… Continue reading Portland Timbers Lackluster Start, and the Designated Player Rule
Drivers Not Bound to Their Roots in NASCAR
On a rare weekend off, many NASCAR drivers head back where they came from. And we’re not talking about sitting in Mom’s living room eating a holiday feast. Instead, they want to visit their local dirt track, make a few laps in a sprint car or just take their kids go-karting. Most of the top-tier… Continue reading Drivers Not Bound to Their Roots in NASCAR
MLS Had Its Worst Game Ever, So Now What?
Major League Soccer is often criticized for being a lower tier league than its contemporaries across the world. Often those criticisms can feel hyperbolic when coming from the types of viewers who struggle to remain attentive unless Barcelona or Real Madrid are on their television. But, on Saturday, even the most discerning soccer enthusiast would… Continue reading MLS Had Its Worst Game Ever, So Now What?
Southampton Saints: A Phoenix in the Champions League?
At the beginning of this season’s Premier League campaign, Southampton FC looked like anything but a front-runner. Having lost a troika of quality players to Liverpool—Adam Lallana, Dejan Lovren, and Rickie Lambert—Calum Chambers to Arsenal, and Luke Shaw to Manchester United, the Saints’ core had departed, and prospects for a second strong campaign were given… Continue reading Southampton Saints: A Phoenix in the Champions League?
Is it Time for Promotion/Relegation in American Soccer?
With the Major League Soccer season underway and the USSF-sanctioned second tier league, the North American Soccer League (NASL), scheduled to kick-off this weekend, its time again to visit the promotion-relegation debate. Top leagues around the world use the promotion-relegation system to create a competitive environment in their domestic leagues. In not-so-shocking fashion, U.S. Soccer… Continue reading Is it Time for Promotion/Relegation in American Soccer?
Revs, Fire Get First Victories, Dallas Stay Top: MLS Review, March 28 – 29
Although FC Dallas dropped points for the first time this season, their scoreless draw against Seattle still saw them stay undefeated, and remain the top team in MLS with 10 points. At the other end of the spectrum, Chicago Fire entered the weekend without a single point, but took all three from their match against… Continue reading Revs, Fire Get First Victories, Dallas Stay Top: MLS Review, March 28 – 29
Break Out: 5 Young Players Poised To Have Big 2015 Seasons
We all know about Kris Bryant’s impressive Spring Training that had all of Major League Baseball buzzing. However, there are several other players that also had excellent numbers this spring. Though it may not be an automatic guarantee for regular season success, a younger player’s big Spring Training can potentially mean that they’ve turned the… Continue reading Break Out: 5 Young Players Poised To Have Big 2015 Seasons
James Harden Leads Amazing Individual Performances: NBA Daily Recap for Apr 1
With three triple-doubles in the association, it was hardly a night of fools. Let’s get to the games: Philadelphia 76ers 93 (18-58) Washington Wizards 106 (42-33) Final Washington jumped out to the early lead in the first quarter and the 76ers were outscored in the second quarter. The third quarter was owned by the Wizards… Continue reading James Harden Leads Amazing Individual Performances: NBA Daily Recap for Apr 1
Falcao, Pjanic, Benzema and Walcott to Liverpool? Probably just rumors…Right? – The Reds Roundup for 4/2/2015
The EPL is back! Liverpool look to overcome a tough loss to United as they take on perennial #4, Arsenal, in Saturday’s early morning kickoff. Transfer rumors have also swung into full crazy mode with some of the most ludicrous rumors included below. Embed from Getty Images Come skip with me Mario! WEEEEEEEE! Transfer BS: In… Continue reading Falcao, Pjanic, Benzema and Walcott to Liverpool? Probably just rumors…Right? – The Reds Roundup for 4/2/2015