Free agency hasn’t even officially begun and I had to already turn off the SFTB Free Agent tracker because of this deal. Mere moments ago, the Seattle Seahawks traded their center, Max Unger, and their first round pick to the New Orleans Saints for superstar tight end Jimmy Graham. This is obviously a coup for… Continue reading Seahawks Steal Jimmy Graham
LA, Seattle Look Strong In Opening Weekend: MLS Review for March 6 – 9
With the Collective Bargaining Agreement behind them, the MLS players took the field this weekend, kicking off a season some thought might not even take place. Thankfully, the MLSPU and MLS came to an agreement, and we have nine months of domestic soccer ahead of us. What’s more, the league welcomes two new franchises to its… Continue reading LA, Seattle Look Strong In Opening Weekend: MLS Review for March 6 – 9
Power Shifts Hands in Spain: La Liga Review for Mar 6-9
Barcelona have finally overtaken Real Madrid for the top spot in the table in Spain. What made it even better for Barca supporters is that Lionel Messi also tallied yet another hat trick to his illustrious list of accomplishments. One positive note for Real Madrid is that they can still grab the lead back with… Continue reading Power Shifts Hands in Spain: La Liga Review for Mar 6-9
Consistency Helps Build Kansas Program
There’s death and taxes, and then there’s the Kansas men’s basketball team. All three are consistent constants in life and for the past 11 years, the Jayhawks have been the epitome of legendary on the Big 12 conference stage. Embed from Getty Images By defeating West Virginia in overtime last week, Kansas secured its 11th… Continue reading Consistency Helps Build Kansas Program
Lazio rout Fiorentina to Draw Level on Points with Napoli: Serie A Review for Mar 7-9
Juventus continue their dominance in a tough win vs Sassuolo while Roma seem to have a myriad of problems drawing again against Chievo. Napoli squander an excellent chance to gain ground on guaranteed Champions League football in the form of a second place finish and Lazio demolish Fiorentina at home. Let’s get to the games:… Continue reading Lazio rout Fiorentina to Draw Level on Points with Napoli: Serie A Review for Mar 7-9
Major Conference Tournament Previews
The conference schedule has ended and the conference tournaments are now in full force. There have been some mid-major tournaments that have already sent their representatives to the NCAA tournament- Northern Iowa, Coastal Carolina, and North Florida – but the major tournaments will begin this week. There are eight major conference tournaments that start this week.… Continue reading Major Conference Tournament Previews
The Pistons Free Agency Decision Not Named Greg Monroe
At the conclusion of the 2013-2014 NBA season, the Detroit Pistons had to make a crucial decision regarding one of their franchise cornerstones, Georgetown big man Greg Monroe. Synonymous for providing the NBA with illustrious big man talent such as Patrick Ewing, Alonzo Mourning, and Dikembe Mutombo, Monroe was progressing gradually, showing flashes of stardom.… Continue reading The Pistons Free Agency Decision Not Named Greg Monroe
Speeding Up Baseball
Baseball has long been held as the American pastime, the epitome of a leisurely summer afternoon. In a world where technology has increased people’s desire for instant gratification, this mindset has found its way into the game of baseball. No longer can we stand for four hour marathon games. MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred has put… Continue reading Speeding Up Baseball
NFL Free Agency Instant Analysis
Welcome to Sports From the Basement’s first annual free agency tracker. As the moves come flying in, we at SFTB will update this page with immediate analysis. Free Agency doesn’t officially even start until tomorrow, but there are moves to get to already. This page will be updated with terms when they are official. SIGNINGS… Continue reading NFL Free Agency Instant Analysis
Tire Barriers May Have To Do For Now
After Kyle Busch’s crash in the Xfinity Series race at Daytona International Speedway earlier this year, the wall was protected by a tire barrier before the Sprint Cup cars hit the track for the Daytona 500. Last week, it was announced that Phoenix International Raceway will do the same along the inside wall in Turn… Continue reading Tire Barriers May Have To Do For Now