As we've passed the midpoint of the NBA season, heading towards the rapidly approaching All-Star break, it's time to do some evaluation. Where are the Chicago Bulls halfway through the 2015-16 season? Has the change from Tom Thibodeau to Fred Hoiberg been for the better? Or for the worse? … [Read more...] about Chicago Bulls: better or worse in a half season under Hoiberg?
Archives for January 2016
John Terry leaving Chelsea in May, MLS next?
Chelsea captain John Terry enters the sunset of his storied career. His role at Stamford Bridge has diminished and speculation has begun on where he might finish out his playing days beyond the Blues. Speaking after Chelsea's 5-1 FA Cup win at MK Dons today, the Blues skipper told reporters that his 18-year tenure with the club will end in May. … [Read more...] about John Terry leaving Chelsea in May, MLS next?
College hoops in the state of Illinois unfathomably AWFUL
Tomorrow begins the month of February, meaning there's at least six more weeks of pain and tedium this college hoops season for the city of Chicago and the state of Illinois overall. The season is already just about lost for every team in the second city. In the Land of Lincoln overall, only Southern Illinois looks poised to contend for a NCAA Tournament berth. Illinois … [Read more...] about College hoops in the state of Illinois unfathomably AWFUL
Louis van Gaal beefs up security at his home
Are we seeing a boring brand of football from Manchester United and Louis van Gaal? Yes, we are. Is the club not getting the results commensurate with their transfer spending? Absolutely. They are underachieving greatly. However, the Van Gaal backlash has become more than a bit alarming and beyond a tad frightening. Some people out there definitely need to relax, settle down … [Read more...] about Louis van Gaal beefs up security at his home
Five names on the future Chelsea Manager short list
According to yesterday's edition of the Independent, Chelsea have now added Claudio Ranieri, Mark Hughes and Eddie Howe to their managerial short-list. However Mauricio Pochettino and Antonio Conte remain strong candidates. In a very related story, today's Daily Mirror claim that Tottenham Hotspur are ready to offer Mauricio Pochettino a new improved contract in order to … [Read more...] about Five names on the future Chelsea Manager short list
Arsenal complete signing of Nigerian U17s pair
Arsenal's summer transfer window was notorious for being uneventful beyond the signing of goalkeeper Petr Cech from Chelsea. Today, however that lack of transfer action looks more intelligent as the Gunners are the current consensus Premier League title favorites. They're just three points behind Leicester City for the top of the table. … [Read more...] about Arsenal complete signing of Nigerian U17s pair
Will Smith is a Manchester United supporter
Internationally acclaimed and big box office draw Will Smith is a Manchester United fan; somewhat. The original "Fresh Prince of Bel Air" himself did an appearance on TalkSport radio to promote his most recent movie about the NFL's concussion crisis, and how the league covered it up. Will Smith should have received an Academy Award nomination for his performance, but was … [Read more...] about Will Smith is a Manchester United supporter
Albert Almora highlights Cubs non-roster spring invites
The Chicago Cubs just released their list of non-roster invites to spring training, and uber-prospect Albert Almora headlines the list. 2015 was the breakthrough year for a whole host of Cubs super-prospects, and 2016 will be about seeing whether these players can avoid the dreaded sophomore slump or not. (Here's the link to the Spring training schedule, broadcast times and key … [Read more...] about Albert Almora highlights Cubs non-roster spring invites