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Atlanta Braves: Newcomb faces biggest moment of young career
The Atlanta Braves made a surprising decision on Saturday evening, as they announced left-handed pitcher, Sean Newcomb, will get the ball versus the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday night in Game 3. Braves manager, Brian Snitker, had originally declared right-hander, Kevin Gausman, would start the game for Atlanta, but it seems as though the potential 2018 National League manager of the year had second thoughts.
Terry Rozier Put Boston On His Back In Playoff Win Over Milwaukee
The Boston Celtics entered play on Sunday looking to take an early 1-0 series lead in the first round of the 2018 NBA Playoffs. With Kyrie Irving and Gordon Hayward out for the season, plus backup point guard, Marcus Smart, not ready to come back from thumb surgery, Boston’s title chances currently rest in the hands of former University of Louisville basketball player, Terry Rozier.
Kansas City Sports Christmas Gift Guide: 15 must have gifts
It’s December sports fans, which means you need to know the latest and greatest gift ideas. Here are 15 Kansas City presents you should buy now. Regardless of whichever Kansas City sports team you root for, there’s a lot of pride to be had around each of their programs and organizations. Whether it’s been through championships or prestigious awards, these teams are definitely legit. That said, take a look at the 15 Kansas City gifts you need to buy this season (and see more over at Fanatics).
Los Angeles Dodgers: Could the team be even better in 2018?
LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 01: Joc Pederson #31 of the Los Angeles Dodgers reacts at second base during the sixth inning against the Houston Astros in game seven of the 2017 World Series at Dodger Stadium on November 1, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) New York Yankees: What does the bullpen situation look like? New York Yankees: What does the bullpen situation look like?
Javier Baez has Cubs roaring toward 2017 MLB playoffs
CHICAGO, IL - AUGUST 19: Javier Baez #9 of the Chicago Cubs reacts after throwing out Ryan Goins #17 of the Toronto Blue Jays at first base during the ninth inning on August 19, 2017 at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Illinois. The Cubs defeated the Blue Jays 4-3. (Photo by David Banks/Getty Images) Winning a championship is never easy, but winning two in a row is even harder to accomplish.
Should Atlanta Braves try to deal for Reds’ Adam Duvall?
CINCINNATI, OH - AUGUST 07: Adam Duvall #23 of the Cincinnati Reds looks up as he hits a two-run home run in the sixth inning of a game against the San Diego Padres at Great American Ball Park on August 7, 2017 in Cincinnati, Ohio. The Reds defeated the Padres 11-3. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images) With the Atlanta Braves currently in the middle of their rebuild, I think we can all agree that most anything should be on the table moving forward.
Don’t look now: Red Sox are peaking at the right time of the year
BOSTON, MA - AUGUST 16: Mookie Betts #50 of the Boston Red Sox celebrates with David Price #24 and Xander Bogaerts #2 after hitting a go ahead two run double to defeat the St. Louis Cardinals 5-4 at Fenway Park on August 16, 2017 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) I guess it really shouldn’t surprise us anymore when a New England-area team starts getting hot at the perfect time of the season.
Los Angeles Chargers: 3 Reasons Philip Rivers can win a Super Bowl
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers has withstood the test of time, let’s take a look at three reasons why he could also win a Super Bowl. Los Angeles Chargers’ quarterback Philip Rivers announced this week that he is ready to play football for the rest of his life, per ESPN. All kidding aside, Rivers did say that he is willing to play football as long as he can in the NFL. Seriously though, who can blame him?
Los Angeles Rams: 3 Reasons team needs to sign Eric Decker
The Los Angeles Rams need a player like Eric Decker on their roster, therefore let’s take a look at 3 reasons why LA should sign the seven year veteran. The Los Angeles Rams are a team that needs to find any way they can to get better this season, especially on the offensive side of the football. After drafting Jared Goff with the first overall pick in 2016, the Rams struggled to do anything on offense last season.
Los Angeles Chargers: Will Hunter Henry surpass Antonio Gates?
The Los Angeles Chargers have been graced by Antonio Gates’ receiving skills for the last decade, but could Hunter Henry become LA”s all-time best tight end? The Los Angeles Chargers have been able to retain tight-end Antonio Gates for 14 years and he has currently holds every important receiving record possible for the franchise. He is a sure-fire Hall-of-Famer and a beloved player that fans will always treasure.
Los Angeles Rams: 3 Bold predictions for Todd Gurley in 2017
The Los Angeles Rams need Todd Gurley to be great in order for them to have a successful season. Here are thre bold predictions for him in 2017. Call it a sophomore slump if you want, but Todd Gurley is not to blame for the Los Angeles Rams’ terrible offense in 2016. According to Pro Football Reference, the Rams had the worst scoring offense in the entire NFL last season. If you want to know why LA finished 4-12, that’s a huge reason why. These guys only scored 14 points per game in 2016.
Los Angeles Chargers: Is Teddy Bridgewater the future at quarterback?
The Los Angeles Chargers need to start thinking about their long-term plan at quarterback, could Teddy Bridgewater be the answer LA is looking for? The Los Angeles Chargers must start evaluating what their plans are at the quarterback position in the near future. Let’s be honest, 35-year old veteran quarterback Philip Rivers can’t play forever and LA definitely doesn’t have another franchise quarterback on the roster. That being said, where should Los Angeles look for help?
Los Angeles Chargers: 5 Biggest concerns For 2017
After a disappointing ending to the Los Angeles Chargers 2016 season, there are still some concerns heading into 2017. Let’s take a look at what those are. The Los Angeles Chargers are looking to change the tune of their song, as they set their sights toward the 2017 season. There were a ton of bad things to remember from 2016, but I believe that there are better things in store for this season. That being said, there are still some concerns that LA fans must consider when evaluating this team.
Los Angeles Chargers: 3 Biggest games of the 2017 season
The Los Angeles Chargers will be looking to be playing meaningful games again in 2017, therefore let’s take a look at their three biggest games of this season. The Los Angeles Chargers need to give their fans from San Diego a reason to believe in the team again. As if it wasn’t bad enough that they went 5-11 in 2016, the Chargers bolted for Los Angeles from San Diego after the 2016 season was over.
Los Angeles Chargers: 5 Reasons why they'll win the AFC West
The Los Angeles Chargers are looking to bring the AFC West title to their new fans in LA and they just might be closer to doing that than you think. The 2016 San Diego (Los Angeles) Chargers had an extremely disappointing season. Having a 5-11 record never sits well, especially with dedicated and loyal fans. However, a move to Los Angeles, a new coach, and young superstars could be the recipe to take the Chargers back to the postseason in 2017.
Los Angeles Rams: Predicting all 8 home games in 2017
After a rough start to their first season in LA, we take a look at how the Los Angeles Rams will fare at home this upcoming season. The Los Angeles Rams are looking to get back to playing competitive football and that starts by playing good football in front of the home fans. No great football team ever struggles to pick-victories in their own building. That being said, the Rams were only able to get one win at home last season against the Seattle Seahawks 9-3.
Los Angeles Chargers: Could Melvin Gordon rush for 2,000 yards In 2017?
Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon played very well in 2016, but could even more be in store for 2017? After having an average rookie season, Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon rewarded fantasy owners last season by rushing for nearly 1,000 yards in only 13 games. The former Wisconsin Badger showed the league why he deserved to be the Chargers’ featured back and took some major pressure off of veteran quarterback Philip Rivers.
Los Angeles Rams: Is Wade Phillips LA's biggest X-factor?
The Los Angeles Rams have made some big additions to their team since coming to LA, but could their X-factor actually be someone who doesn”t put on the pads? In a league that glorifies big plays and quarterbacks, I am still a believer that a great defense win championships. The Los Angeles Rams certainly aren’t in a position to win a championship of any kind in 2017, but a recent addition to their coaching staff could make the difference in changing the overall direction of the franchise.
Los Angeles Chargers: 3 Reasons Mike Williams will dominate the NFL
Los Angeles Chargers’ rookie Mike Williams excelled at the collegiate level and will only continue to improve in the National Football League. The newly re-located Los Angeles Chargers used their seventh overall pick this offseason to draft wide receiver Mike Williams from Clemson. This was one of the first picks in many years that didn’t feel like a stretch among the first 10 picks. Chargers fans should already be pleased with what they’ve seen from him so far.
Louisville Football: Quotes From The Cards' New O-Line Coach
We take a look at some quotes from Louisville football’s new offensive line coach in his press conference earlier in the week. Every Louisville football fan should be thrilled with the hire of new offensive line coach Mike Summers. If the Cardinals want to start taking the next steps towards a conference championship, then they must be able to protect the quarterback, especially when that guy is Heisman Trophy winner Lamar Jackson.
Louisville Basketball: NBA Update On T'Wolves' Gorgui Dieng
We take a look at how former Louisville basketball player Gorgui Dieng is doing for the Minnesota Timberwolves this season. Former Louisville basketball player Gorgui Dieng is arguably having his best season as a professional basketball player. Unfortunately for the Minnesota Timberwolves, that isn’t translating into more wins for the team. The Timberwolves are a team that is full of young talent, but they haven’t quite figured out how to pull it all together just yet.
Louisville Basketball: Cards Get Respect In Week 13 AP Poll
We take a look at the Associated Press’ new top ten and where the Louisville basketball team landed heading into week 13. After a week of destroying NC State and Pittsburgh, the Louisville basketball team finally got the respect they deserved. We didn’t know how things would work themselves out after a crazy week of top ten teams losing, but it sure did work out for the Cardinals. The Associated Press released their new poll on Monday afternoon and, as we expected, there were some major shake-ups.
Louisville Basketball: Cards Make Huge Jump In ESPN Power Rankings
We take a look at Jeff Goodman’s new power rankings and where the Louisville basketball team landed on his list of teams. The Louisville basketball team has been playing great basketball as of late and it’s even more impressive since they have been doing it without Quentin Snider. They are more than deserving of making a huge jump in the polls this week and it looks like they are getting some respect by the way of Jeff Goodman’s weekly power rankings.
Louisville Baskeball: Major Movement Coming In The ACC This Week?
We take a look at the best ACC games of the week and if things are going to fall into Louisville basketball’s favor by Saturday night. The Louisville basketball team will have a nice break before they go face Boston College on Saturday afternoon. With injuries to the point guard position, the much-needed break couldn’t have come at a better time for the Cardinals, especially since they have to play Virginia in a week or so.
Louisville Basketball: Mathiang Starting To Find His Groove
We take a look at the amazing stretch of games that Louisville basketball player Mangok Mathiang is putting together for the Cards. The Louisville basketball team has now won six of their last seven games and are looking to make their move in the ACC race. The Cardinals have been playing without Quentin Snider, but because of key contributions from their other leaders, they have been able to stay the course.
Louisville Basketball: Is Donovan Mitchell Among The ACC's Elite?
We examine if Louisville basketball player Donovan Mitchell has finally risen to the level of one of the ACC’s best all-around players. We all knew that Donovan Mitchell had to improve his shooting if the Louisville basketball team was going to make any noise this season. While we saw flashes of greatness last year, I don’t believe any of us thought we would see this kind of shooting from the sophomore in his second season.
Louisville Basketball: Why The Kentucky Over Louisville Love Has To Stop
We take a look at why the Kentucky Wildcats have no business being seeded over the Louisville basketball team after this week. It’s becoming very troubling that the Louisville basketball team isn’t getting the respect they deserve, especially with how they have played over the past month of the season. Heck, the Cardinals have been blowing ACC teams out without their starting point guard, Quentin Snider.
Louisville Basketball: Looking Ahead Towards Boston College
Join us as we look ahead towards Louisville basketball’s next opponent in Boston College and what they bring to the table. The Louisville basketball team is going to get some much-needed rest, as they won’t have to face Boston College until next Saturday afternoon. The Cards just picked up another great win over NC State and will be looking to get their 19th win of the season this coming weekend.
Louisville Basketball: What The New Top 10 Should Be Going Into Week 13
We take a look at what the new top ten should look like and where the Louisville basketball team will land among those teams. Every week, the Associated Press releases their poll and it always has the same teams getting the same kind of respect. However, after a weird week of college basketball, we are expecting some major shake-ups, especially with the Louisville basketball team. Literally, seven teams in the top ten lost at least one game this past week and two of those teams lost twice.
Louisville Basketball: Check Out These Harrell Dunks Against The Pacers
We take a look at former Louisville basketball player Montrezl Harrell dunking the ball against the Indiana Pacers on Sunday afternoon. Former Louisville basketball player Montrezl Harrell has quietly been playing very well for the Houston Rockets this season. To be a little more specific, Harrell has actually been starting for one of the best teams in all of the NBA, as the Rockets are currently (35-16).
Louisville Basketball vs NC State: Wolfpack Fans React On Twitter
We take a look at the reaction from Wolfpack fans after Louisville basketball’s win over their school on Sunday afternoon. The Louisville basketball team picked up their 18th win of the season with a 25-point victory over NC State on Sunday. I didn’t expect the Cardinals to beat them that bad, but hey, we’ll take it every single time. On the other hand, I noticed that Wolfpack fans were really going hard after their team on Twitter and especially their head coach.
Louisville Basketball: Top Pitino Quotes After The Win Over NC State
We take a look at the top quotes from Louisville basketball head coach Rick Pitino after the Cards’ win over NC State on Sunday. The Louisville basketball team was able to get another conference win on Sunday afternoon, as they were able to knock off the NC State Wolfpack. It was extremely impressive to see them shine without their top two point guards, but should we be surprised by anything this team does anymore?
Louisville Basketball vs. NC State: Interesting Game Notes
We take a look at a couple of interesting game notes surrounding Louisville basketball’s game against NC State on Sunday afternoon. The Louisville basketball team will be looking to pick up their 18th win of the 2016-2017 season with a win over NC State on Sunday. The Wolfpack are coming off a huge win over Duke, while the Cards are coming off of a 55-point victory over Pittsburgh.
Louisville Football: Rogers Makes Top 10 Steelers Moments Of 2016
We take a look at the recognition that former Louisville football player Eli Rogers made in his first full season in the National Football League. Former Louisville football player Eli Rogers did a fantastic job of coming into a Steelers offense and contributing in his first full NFL season. He went from being undrafted, injured, and then finding himself getting an opportunity with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Louisville Basketball: TV And Radio Details For The NC State Game
We take a look at the TV and Radio details for Louisville basketball’s game against NC State on Sunday afternoon. The Louisville basketball team will be playing without Tony Hicks on Sunday, but that doesn’t mean the Cards won’t be able to pull out the victory. The Wolfpack are playing well right now, but they are giving up way too many points to stay successful. On the other hand, look for the Cards to prevail because of their defense.
Louisville Basketball: Looking At NC State's Best Wins Of The Year
We take a look at Louisville basketball’s next opponent and what their best wins of the 2017-2017 season have been thus far. The Louisville basketball team is looking to get on another winning streak as the NC State Wolfpack come to town on Sunday afternoon. The Cards are coming off a huge 55-point win over Pittsburgh, but they will be playing this game without graduate-transfer Tony Hicks.
Louisville Basketball: Watch This Throwback Montrezl Harrell Highlight
We take a look at a pretty sweet throwback highlight video of former Louisville basketball player and current Houston Rocket Montrezl Harrell. Now that former Louisville basketball player Montrezl Harrell is playing great in the NBA, we decided to go back and take a look at some moments he had in a Cardinals uniform. He did some amazing things while at Louisville, but probably none more impressive than his dunk before the half against Michigan.
Louisville Football: Athlon Sports Predictions For The ACC In 2017
We take a look at Athlon Sports’ predictions for the ACC in 2017 and where the Louisville football team landed in their standings. The Louisville football team should have high expectations for 2017, especially if they can fix their offensive line and turnover problems. Even though the Cards lost a good bit of talent this offseason, they still have more than enough on their roster to make an impact going into next season.
Louisville Football: Tough Break For Staples At Senior Bowl Practice
We take a look at the injury that former Louisville football player Jamari Staples got from practice at the Senior Bowl on Thursday. Former Louisville football player Jamari Staples is looking to take his receiving talents to the National Football League next season and a big part of proving himself starts at the Senior Bowl festivities this week. He was never the main go-to-guy for the Cards’ offense, but he did average over 17 yards per reception.
Louisville Basketball: Tony Hicks Returning Sooner Than Expected?
We take a look at the status of Louisville basketball player Tony Hicks and if he will be returning sooner than previously expected. The Louisville basketball team was already playing without Quentin Snider over the past few games, but now they are going to have to move on without Tony Hicks as well. It’s going to be a pretty tough challenge for the Cards, but I do trust in Rick Pitino’s ability to find different rotations to make up for the loss.
Louisville Football: ESPN Predicts If The 2017 Cards Are Contenders
We take a look at what ESPN had to say about the 2017 Louisville football team and their playoff chances for next college football season. I don’t think I have to remind anyone that the 2016 Louisville football season ended with a thud. The Cardinals’ offensive line and turnover issues ultimately took them out of the college football playoff picture and sent them on a three-game losing streak to end the season.
Louisville Football: Athlon Sports Loves Cards' O-Line Addition
We take a look at the Offensive Lineman that the Louisville football team added for 2017 that Athlon Sports is highly impressed with. The Louisville football team has to upgrade their offensive line if they want to make the college football playoff in 2017. We don’t want to get too far ahead of ourselves, but I think we all can agree that is the goal for next season. That means winning the conference and beating the ACC’s powerhouses are at the top of the priority list.
Louisville Football: UofL Announces /"Fan Party/" For National Signing Day
Make sure you know all the important details about the Louisville football programs’ fan party for national signing day. National Signing Day is right around the corner and the Louisville football program is looking to add some elite talent to their roster. The Cardinals are getting close to taking that next step as a program and recruiting is where it all starts. The Cards want to keep every Louisville football fan involved in the process, as they announced a pretty cool event for February 1st.
Louisville Basketball: Rick Pitino Reacts To The Tony Hicks' Injury
We take a look at what Louisville basketball head coach Rick Pitino had to say after another injury to one of his point guards. Things were looking up after the Louisville basketball team’s 55-point win over Pittsburgh on Wednesday night, but news broke today that Tony Hicks broke a bone in his hand. This injury will keep him out for, reportedly, six to eight weeks. That’s a crushing blow to a team that has already been playing without their starting point guard, Quentin Snider.
Louisville Football: Staples Makes Great TD Catch At Senior Bowl Practice
We take a look at how former Louisville football player Jamari Staples is doing at Senior Bowl practice and his highlight reel touchdown catch. Former Louisville football player Jamari Staples is looking to impress the NFL Scouts this week at Senior Bowl practice. He is coming off a pretty decent year under Bobby Petrino, but he can help his case big-time by having a great week of practice and playing well in the game this weekend.
Louisville Basketball: NCAA To Release Top Seeds Early This Year?
We take a look at what the NCAA is doing with the seeing this season and what that could mean for the Louisville basketball team. It’s not quite time to start worrying about seeding just yet, especially for this Louisville basketball team. I don’t really think it matters too much about where they land because I would put this team up against anyone in the field. Unlike previous years, we will actually get a glimpse of where the Cards could be seeded a couple weeks earlier than normal.
Louisville Football: ESPN Ranks The Top ACC Games For 2017
We take a look at ESPN’s five best ACC games for 2017 and where the Louisville football team fell into the mix for next year. The Louisville football team’s 2017 schedule was released on Tuesday afternoon and we now know when the Cards will be taking on each school. If Louisville can fix their offensive-line issues, then they could be in the mix for the College Football Playoff in 2017, but again, they have to fix the trenches. ESPN released their top five ACC games for 2017 on Tuesday as well.
Louisville Basketball: 5 Amazing Stats From The Pittsburgh Game
We take a look at five different amazing stats from Louisville basketball’s huge win over the Pittsburgh Panthers on Tuesday night. The Louisville basketball team played out of their minds against Pittsburgh on Tuesday night, as the Cardinals were able to beat the Panthers 106-51. It was a blow-out from the very beginning and I’m sure Rick Pitino is a very happy man right now.
Louisville Basketball: Kevin Stallings Reacts To The Cards' Huge Win
We take a look at what Pittsburgh’s Head Coach had to say after the Louisville basketball team’s huge win over the Panthers. The Louisville basketball team imposed their will on the Pittsburgh Panthers Tuesday night and that may even be an understatement. The Cardinals shot the basketball better than they had all season long, which is why they won by 55 points on the road. As great as Louisville fans are feeling, Kevin Stallings is feeling even worse right now.
Louisville Basketball: Three Things To Watch For Against Pitt
We take a look at three different things to watch for in Louisville basketball’s game against the Pittsburgh Panthers on Tuesday night. The Louisville basketball team is getting set to take on the Pittsburgh Panthers on Tuesday night, while also looking to keep improving their conference record. Louisville is coming off a tough loss to Florida State and is playing another game without Quentin Snider. These two teams met a few weeks ago, resulting in a five-point victory for the good guys.
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