While my grandma was still alive, she often told our family the story of her passing by the St. Valentine's Day Massacre aftermath. It was the morning of February 14th, 1929. Bessie Hoffman (later becoming Banks), was 23 years old at the time, and on the Clark Street bus (route 22), heading towards her job at the Palmer House when the vehicle rode past the scene of the grisly … [Read more...] about The St. Valentine’s Day Massacre Site is a Totally Vacant Lot
Chicago Cubs Strongly Favored to Win the NL Central Division
We're exactly one week away from the start of spring training games, with the Baltimore Orioles hosting the New York Yankees in the very first exhibition game on February 20th. First pitch for that one is 12:05 CST, with the Chicago Cubs hosting the second earliest practice game, a "crosstown" affair against the White Sox, at Sloan Park in Mesa, Arizona with a start time of … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs Strongly Favored to Win the NL Central Division
Arsenal Team News vs Wigan Athletic: Kai Havertz, William Saliba
Kai Havertz has certainly been unfortunate lately, when it comes to injuries. He has suffered a fresh setback, which has been reported to be a “muscular injury.” The German forward will miss the rest of this month, and that's really too bad, when you consider how Havertz was only a month into his comeback from the knee injury he sustained at the beginning of the campaign, … [Read more...] about Arsenal Team News vs Wigan Athletic: Kai Havertz, William Saliba
Liverpool Team News vs Brighton: Wataru Endo, Joe Gomez
Brighton & Hove Albion at Liverpool FC might be the highlight tie of this weekend's FA Cup, 4th round action. It's either this game or Newcastle United at Aston Villa. These two matches, at least on paper, look to be much more attractive than the rest. For Liverpool, we have some major injury news to update you on, if you didn't know already. Wataru Endo had to be … [Read more...] about Liverpool Team News vs Brighton: Wataru Endo, Joe Gomez
Manchester City Team News vs Salford City: Erling Haaland, Savinho, Jeremy Doku
Erling Haaland provided an injury scare to Manchester City and their fans last night, as he exited the 3-0 blowout of Fulham last night at halftime. According to manager Pep Guardiola, however, it's just a knock. Pep also said that the decision to exit was made by Haaland himself. "[He had] some problems, he feels uncomfortable, it was 3-0, of course," Guardiola said in his … [Read more...] about Manchester City Team News vs Salford City: Erling Haaland, Savinho, Jeremy Doku
Aston Villa Team News, Injury List, Match Preview vs Newcastle United
It wasn't the prettiest result, or the most glorious win, but Aston Villa achieved a 1-0 victory over Brighton, in front of their home fans last night. It ended their two game losing streak at home, and it gives them some momentum heading into their FA Cup clash with Newcastle United on Saturday. Newcastle are feeling good themselves, having beaten Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 on … [Read more...] about Aston Villa Team News, Injury List, Match Preview vs Newcastle United
Newcastle United Team News at Aston Villa: Bruno Guimaraes, Lewis Miley, Joelinton
Newcastle United did not come out of yesterday's win at Tottenham Hotspur unscathed from injury. Midfielder Bruno Guimaraes hobbled off, late in the match, and it sounds like he's going to be missing some time. "He's a little bit worried," Newcastle manager Eddie Howe said in postgame. … [Read more...] about Newcastle United Team News at Aston Villa: Bruno Guimaraes, Lewis Miley, Joelinton
Seven Candidates to Replace Thomas Frank at Tottenham Hotspur
When all was said and done, Thomas Frank just couldn't get the supertanker turned around fast enough. Using a supertanker as a metaphor was an interesting choice, on his part, but that boat was now officially sunk. Frank lasted just eight months in the role, as he proved to be no better than his predecessor, Ange Postecoglu. Last year, Spurs finished 17th, in the final spot … [Read more...] about Seven Candidates to Replace Thomas Frank at Tottenham Hotspur
Chelsea Team News at Hull City: Marc Cucurella, Reece James
Friday the 13th brings the resumption of the FA Cup competition, with Chelsea visiting Hull City. Blues boss Liam Rosenior did his prematch press conference earlier today, providing injury/fitness updates on defenders Marc Cucurella and Reece James. This is going to be a very special match for Rosenior, who both played for the Tigers (2010-2015) and managed them … [Read more...] about Chelsea Team News at Hull City: Marc Cucurella, Reece James
Keaton Wagler Definitely in National Player of the Year Conversation
Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler is so much more than a Big Ten Player of the Year candidate, or Freshman of the Year candidate. He's a National Player of the Year candidate. Yesterday saw Wagler named to the Wooden Award Late Midseason Top 20 Watch List, as annou ced by the Los Angeles Athletic Club. The 6-6 Shawnee, KS native is one of only two freshmen … [Read more...] about Keaton Wagler Definitely in National Player of the Year Conversation