As we approach the end of 2016 and look ahead to 2017, it seems fitting to look back at the sports world and reflect on the areas of significance. As a Cleveland resident since 2013, this past year has been a transformation one for the city, as the teams exerted their presence on their respective sport. For…
The Boston Celtics completed what would be considered a positive season for most NBA cities; reaching the playoffs as a 5th seed and increasing their win total for the second straight season since the hiring of Brad Stevens. But, while the season proved to be somewhat of a success, there is much more that must…
As the 2015 campaign kicks off, there are some key enhancements over a Boston team that disappointed Red Sox Nation in their title defense last season. While there are enhancements; some questions remain on other players; each of which will play a key role in determine the team’s fate this year. Provided below is expected everyday lineup, key…
The Major League Baseball season is about to kick off; with as many as a dozen teams believing that 2015 is their year. There is a greater parity in the American League than in years past; with the stalwart Red Sox, Yankees and Tigers having some lineup/rotation concerns that opens the door for others to…
The Major League 2015 season begins and the National League boasts a handful of teams that can make legitimate claims to be the best. Unlike the American League, there seems to be a greater disparity among the have and have not franchises; with a couple that made significant strides. Here is a preview of the…
In a recent article referenced on the New England Sports Network (NESN’s) website, Forbes Magazine listed the “Most Miserable Sports Cities“. In addition to the article itself, NESN took a slight jab at the represented cities, stating “not every city can be like Boston”. Among the cities referenced is Cleveland (third worst), a once-downtrodden city…
Indiana Pacers All Star forward Paul George suffered a grotesque leg injury while participating in the “Blue-White” USA Basketball team scrimmage on Friday. The injury, too gruesome for most to look at (in good conscience I could not post the picture here) could not come at a worse time for George and his Pacers team;…
There has not been much activity of late regarding to a trade of Minnesota Timberwolves All Star forward Kevin Love; although there have been developments that indicate a trade is still likely before the season begins. As a free agent after the 2014-15 season, Love has made it very clear that he wants out of…
The July 31 MLB Trade Deadline has officially passed and several teams made significant moves; either to bolster their playoff hopes, or re-tool for another run in 2015 and beyond. With all the activity processed, here is a synopsis of the biggest winners and losers after the deadline. Winners St. Louis Cardinals The one National…
The Major League Baseball trade deadline is July 31 and several teams have been repeatedly linked to intense trade discussion. Below are some of the most notable player trade rumors to date. Cleveland Indians The Cleveland Indians have agreed to to trade starting pitcher Justin Masterson to the St. Louis Cardinals in exchange for Triple-A…
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