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After a prolonged absence, Stephen Strasburg finally returned to the Washington Nationals lineup. The former Cy Young winner pitched his first game in 11 months against the Miami Marlins. It wasn’t the prettiest of games, but it’s still a success according to manager Davey Martinez. After a 7 – 4 loss to the Marlins, Martinez […]

In the WWE, superstar names are a rather fickle thing. It’s not uncommon for wrestlers to change their in-ring name to better fit a character they’re playing. The ever-changing nature of these kayfabe names make it hard for some promoters to keep up with their materials, as we found out recently. WWE fans were quick […]

Kyle Lowry’s place in Toronto Raptors history has never been in question. The bulldog point guard is widely-recognized as the greatest player in franchise history, and for good reason. Many fans in Canada have a soft spot for Lowry, even when he departed the team to join the Miami Heat. It’s no surprise, then, that […]

The Minnesota Lynx have been struggling immensely during the 2022 WNBA season. The former title contenders currently sit at last place in the Western Conference with a 3-9 record. It’s a massive fall from grace for a team that used to battle for supremacy in the women’s league. Unfortunately, things are about to get much […]

Gerrit Cole has arguably been one of the best pitchers in MLB this season. The New York Yankees ace sports a 2.78 ERA, which is in the top 20 of the league today. Cole can usually be relied on to provide a solid performance on the mound, at the very least. The Yankees got the […]

Thursday’s game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago White Sox had a rather bizarre interaction this season. Trae Turner had a 1-2 count during his at-bat in the sixth inning. Suddenly, White Sox manager Tony La Russa elected to walk the shortstop, instead opting to face the returning Max Muncy instead. It was supposed […]

The news of Cody Rhodes’ pectoral muscle injury shook the WWE Universe completely. Just hours prior to his scheduled Hell in a Cell main event against Seth Rollins, it was reported that The American Nightmare tore his pectoral muscle. What’s even more shocking is the fact that Rhodes continued with his match against Rollins in […]

After a torrid start to their Finals series against the Golden State Warriors, the Boston Celtics fell flat in Game 2. The Cs simply couldn’t keep up with the Dubs’ physical defense, as they head into Boston with a 1-1 record. It was a poor showing for many of the team’s key players. After the […]

What comes into your mind when someone mentions the name Stephen Curry? More likely than not, you’re thinking about his offense. The Golden State Warriors superstar revolutionized the game with his insane shooting ability. His white-hot offense is one of the biggest reasons why his team is playing in the Finals right now. A big […]

Game 2 of the Finals series between the Boston Celtics and the Golden State Warriors ended in a blowout in favor of the Dubs. However, the game was marred by a little controversy surrounding Jaylen Brown and Draymond Green. In the second quarter, both men were entangled after a foul call. Things got a little […]

The rise of Twitter has completely changed the way sports discourse works, for better or for worse. Suddenly, anyone with a working internet connection has the ability to broadcast his thoughts to the world. This has been the case in the NBA Finals series between the Boston Celtics and the Golden State Warriors. Twitter users […]

Quin Snyder’s decision to step down as the Utah Jazz’ head coach was the biggest headline of Sunday. The head coach led his team to multiple playoff appearances, but never quite seemed to piece together a true Finals contender. Still, his departure is a big blow to this team, who clearly thrived under his tutelage. […]

The feud between Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins has been one of the most entertaining rivalries in the WWE. The two megastars captivated the audience with their superb promo skills and excellent in-ring work. Both men were booked for what was supposed to be an eye-popping Hell in a Cell match. However, there has been […]

Mike Trout and the Los Angeles Angels are in a bit of a pickle right now. After a hot start to the season, the team has been slumping as of late. We’re talking nine losses in a row level of slump. At the core of this slump, is, of course, Mike Trout, who is going […]

Robert Williams’ injury situation has been a big point of concern for the Boston Celtics. The center is one of their most important players on the roster. However, Williams has missed some time in these playoffs because of a knee injury that has been bothering him after returning from surgery. Ahead of a critical Game […]

Many pro wrestling fans were shocked after CM Punk announced on AEW that he’ll be taking a leave. According to Punk, he suffered an injury during a televised event, and will need to undergo surgery. Because of that, the promotion will be holding a new interim title for the time being. Most AEW fans were […]

Drake’s love for basketball is well-known amongst fans. The Canadian hip-hop sensation has been a staple in many big NBA events. He also owns part of the Toronto Raptors, and is recognized as the Raps’ “global ambassador”. He’s also not shy in referencing his NBA peers in a couple of his songs. It doesn’t come […]

The Golden State Warriors have had their fair share of trolls and detractors. Being one of the best teams of all-time will do that, especially in this age of social media. In an era where anyone can speak their mind, sports figures are routinely exposed to hate comments from, well, everyone. That’s why it’s not […]

The tragic school shooting at Uvalde, Texas has sparked massive debates regarding gun control. There were plenty of calls for reform and action. The sports world was also heavily involved in the discussion, with names such as Warriors coach Steve Kerr, Lakers star LeBron James, and former Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski called out the people […]

Man, the New York Mets just can’t catch a break in the last few days. Earlier in the week, Francisco Lindor missed a few games due to a finger injury caused by a double door. Now, Max Scherzer, who has been recovering from an oblique strain, suffered a hand injury… after his own dog bit […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder are in a bit of a peculiar situation right now. Yes, their “tank” was successful and they landed themselves one of the top prized in the 2022 NBA Draft. However… instead of getting the first overall pick, they were handed the number TWO pick by the lottery gods. Now, don’t get […]

The New York Rangers were in a bit of a weird spot heading into Game 2 of the Conference Finals. Yes, they won Game 1 against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Normally, that would put teams at a big advantage. However, the Lightning were historically good in the playoffs after a loss. Like, 18 – 0 […]

There was a lot of speculation surrounding CM Punk and the AEW World Championship before Rampage aired tonight. Many fans were worried about the superstar after he seemed to injure himself on Dynamite earlier in the week. Punk’s ominous tweet prior to the show’s airing added more fears for the superstar. I’ll be on #AEWRampage […]

Sasha Banks and Naomi’s walk out from Monday Night Raw was the talk of the WWE fanbase last month. The Raw Tag Team champions allegedly walked out of the company after a creative dispute with management. Since then, the company has vacated the titles and suspended the two Women’s division stars. For a while, both […]

The saga surrounding Deshaun Watson’s sexual assault allegations isn’t going end anytime soon. The Cleveland Browns star was facing a total of 23 different lawsuits regarding his predatory behavior. Unfortunately for Watson, more lawsuits seem to be headed his way in the near future. The attorney for Deshaun Watson’s accusers, Tony Buzbee, revealed that a […]

Antonio Brown is coming home to the Pittsburgh Steelers! Well, kind of. As part of Brown’s ongoing quest to conquer the rap game, the wide receiver is holding a “reunion tour” in Pittsburgh. Brown will be performing in the Enclave on South Side Flats. Brown’s ventures in the hip-hop industry are well-documented at this point […]

To say that Jayson Tatum’s NBA Finals debut was a disappointment would be a massive understatement. The Boston Celtics star could barely get anything going in Game 1 against the Golden State Warriors. Tatum would end the game shooting just 3-of-17 from the field: unacceptable shooting splits for any star in the Finals. Despite his […]

What a start to the 2022 NBA Finals! The Boston Celtics looked like they were going to bow down to the Golden State Warriors after the third quarter of Game 1. However, in a shocking turn of events, Jaylen Brown, Al Horford, and the men in green launched a rousing comeback in the fourth quarter, […]

Things were going well for the Golden State Warriors in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Stephen Curry was having himself a monster night, scoring almost at will. On the other hand, Boston’s offense was crumbling, as their lead star misfired on nearly every shot it took. It should’ve been an easy Game 1 win […]

The sports world has seen its fair share of weird injury causes. From groin injuries due to shaving accidents to other absurdities, it’s not uncommon to see someone be injured due to non-sports reasons. However, New York Mets star Francisco Lindor suffered a rather bizarre injury that will have fans laughing and crying at the […]

Trae Young’s star appeal is undeniable at this point. The Atlanta Hawks star is incredibly charismatic (or infuriating, if you’re a Knicks fan), making him one of the most marketable stars in the league. It’s no wonder, then, that Young appeared in a trailer for one of the most anticipated video games of 2022. The […]

Klay Thompson’s return from injury has been the most heartwarming story in the NBA today. The Golden State Warriors star suffered two major injuries in the last two years. There were questions about how much of his past form he’d be able to regain when he returned this season. Turns out, Klay was still pretty […]

Stephen Curry couldn’t have had a better return to the NBA Finals scene. The Golden State Warriors superstar was playing in his first Finals since their loss to the Raptors in 2019. Everyone knew that the Curry was going to do everything he can to get himself another ring. No one, though, expected Curry to […]

The college football scene was in for a shock on Thursday. Davonte’ Neal, a former high school football star and current assistant coach of the Idaho State football team, was charged with first-degree murder. Idaho State has already placed Neal on administrative leave. A statement from ISU’s athletic director was released regarding the arrest of […]

Jimmy Butler’s final shot of Game 7 will surely be a talking point amongst NBA fans. The Miami Heat were mounting a massive comeback in the waning moments of the game. Max Strus broke his ice-cold streak and took the once-double-digit Celtic lead to 2 points. They had the Cs exactly where they wanted them. […]

It’s no secret amongst NBA fans that Jayson Tatum is a huge Kobe Bryant fan. You can see it in the way the Celtics star talks about the late legend. You can see it in his playing style. Tatum will be the first one to admit that he looked up to Bryant in the same […]

The Miami Heat were this close to making it back to the NBA Finals. After trailing for nearly the entire game, they went on a spirited comeback attempt in the final minutes of Game 7. Victory was nearly in their grasp… until it wasn’t. The Celtics stood strong and punched their ticket to the Finals, at the […]

Jimmy Butler is one of the most clutch players in the NBA today. When the chips are down and you need a shot to save the game, the series, or the season, you turn to Jimmy G Buckets. However, even the most clutch players in the league fall short, as the Miami Heat unfortunately learned. […]

Andre Iguodala and Stephen Curry have a long and storied history together. The two players first joined up in 2013, when Iggy joined the Golden State Warriors. Since then, the duo have been through a lot together: from winning championships to struggling in the biggest moments of their tenure. It’s no surprise, then, that Curry […]