There were a ton of MLB teams in the derby for Cuba defectee Jorge Soler, and the Chicago Cubs won the spending battle to get him. Now that Anthony Rizzo is up at the Major League level, Soler gets to become the next big name to be "franchise savior." Soler, 20, joins the Cubs organization after playing for Cuba at several international tournaments, including the 16-under … [Read more...] about Cubs finalize deal with Cuban sensation Jorge Soler
Archives for June 2012
Ohio State star tailback to miss 10 weeks
Jordan Hall is a senior tailback who is expected to be a big part of the Buckeyes offense this season. He and Carlos Hyde will contend for the bulk of the carries. But that's all changed now that Hall will be out of commission for approximately 10 weeks while recovering from surgery Friday to an injured foot. … [Read more...] about Ohio State star tailback to miss 10 weeks
Euro 2012 knockout stage: Ronaldo chokes, Balotelli shines
After several excellent goals, a few thrilling penalty kick endings and the toppling of another tournament favorite, Euro 2012 is nearing its finale. With Italy and Spain on their way to the Euro Final, let’s look back at the defining moments of the knockout stage. England stays true to its ways After yet another valiant attempt to stave off elimination by hanging on to … [Read more...] about Euro 2012 knockout stage: Ronaldo chokes, Balotelli shines
Penn State covered up Jerry Sandusky? New emails imply it
Newly released emails from 2001 by the disgraced Penn State trio of former officials (Gary Schultz, Graham Spanier and Tim Curley) discussed Jerry Sandusky and appeared to reference Joe Paterno. Check that, they imply deference not reference to Paterno. As if to say what Joe Paterno wanted, Joe Paterno got. CNN's Anderson Cooper reported on emails exchanged between Penn … [Read more...] about Penn State covered up Jerry Sandusky? New emails imply it
Nastia Liukin’s 2012 U.S. Olympic team chances worsen
Subway spokeswoman Nastia Liukin is one of the more popular potential U.S. Olympic athletes prepping for London in 73 days. She's one of the faces of the USA gymnastics franchise, and one of the most successful competitors in Beijing 2008. But despite all her medals, she may not make the Olympic team this summer. (UPDATE VIDEO: Liukin falls, faceplants at trials. Cost her … [Read more...] about Nastia Liukin’s 2012 U.S. Olympic team chances worsen
Cleveland Browns 2012 Fantasy Football Preview
Ranking 30th in the NFL at 13.6 points per game is hard to swallow, but it really shouldn't come as much a surprise to anyone because the Cleveland Browns had the 28th youngest offense in the league. With high draft picks Trent Richardson and Brandon Weeden, the Browns aren't getting any older at key positions and that is why it could be another year to take extreme caution … [Read more...] about Cleveland Browns 2012 Fantasy Football Preview
Trail Blazers have interesting draft with Lillard and Leonard
The Portland Trail Blazers made an interesting splash in the 2012 NBA Draft taking a point guard from a mid-major school that few people had heard off, and a project pick at center. They took Damian Lillard at #6 from Weber St. and a guy who played for someone named Weber in Meyers Leonard from the Illini at #11. This marks the first time since 1990 that Illinois has had a … [Read more...] about Trail Blazers have interesting draft with Lillard and Leonard
Kurt Busch’s bipolar season continues at Kentucky Speedway
The notion of hero, or heroism, has evolved since its early definition. The word “hero” comes from the Greeks, who used the term to define a protector or defender. The word and notion has evolved through the centuries and, today, heroes come in all shapes and sizes. In Kentucky, for example, the majority of state-born heroes are of the four-legged variety. The state is … [Read more...] about Kurt Busch’s bipolar season continues at Kentucky Speedway