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Quick reactions to the Milwaukee Bucks-Chicago Bulls preseason game

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The biggest stories surrounding the Chicago Bulls this week are 1.) Joakim Noah's contract extension and 2.) Carlos Boozer's serious injury. I would like to get your take on the latter because the Milwaukee Bucks are a franchise that leaned on a very injury prone player for so long in Michael Redd. Obviously, that's not the case anymore, as the Bucks' are a team with a more … [Read more...] about Quick reactions to the Milwaukee Bucks-Chicago Bulls preseason game

Sports Media & Youtube: The Sports Bank Greatest Video Hits Collection

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Back when I purchased my FlipShare Camcorder, I knew it would be the greatest toy ever. 62 videos later, and numerous vids I've shot, produced and uploaded to YouTube have gone well over 1,000 views. And here, I present you with the greatest hits collection. Starting with the most blogged about individual in TSB history- Chicago native, Ohio State legend, national college … [Read more...] about Sports Media & Youtube: The Sports Bank Greatest Video Hits Collection

Northwestern’s John Shurna named to Wooden Award Watch List

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Despite the departure of star forward Kevin Coble, things are looking up for the Northwestern hoops program. When was the last time a Wildcat player was named to the Wooden Award watch list? Evan Eschmeyer during one of his 12 years of college eligibility? Jim Stack in the 1960s? Well you can add junior forward John Shurna to the list. By Paul M. Banks … [Read more...] about Northwestern’s John Shurna named to Wooden Award Watch List

Five on five: Queries on Bucks, Bulls, and NBA Central Division Supremacy

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LeBron James' departure from the Cleveland Cavaliers was an addition by subtraction for the Eastern Conference Central Division. With James getting jiggy with it in Miami, the Milwaukee Bucks and Chicago Bulls are expected to jockey for the Central Division title all season long. Both the Milwaukee Bucks and Chicago Bulls experienced some significant makeovers in the … [Read more...] about Five on five: Queries on Bucks, Bulls, and NBA Central Division Supremacy

Minnesota Twins Limp Into the Postseason: Literally

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The Minnesota Twins open up postseason play vs. the New York Yankees Wednesday evening at Target Field. Francisco Liriano will take the mound at 7:37 p.m. Central. This is wonderful news considering all of the injuries that have plagued the ball club this season. The absences of Justin Morneau and Joe Nathan for large portions of the schedule have been detrimental to the team’s … [Read more...] about Minnesota Twins Limp Into the Postseason: Literally

Joakim Noah Signs Extension with the Bulls

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In the very definition of irony, the Chicago Bulls and center Joakim Noah became much more likely to part ways today, despite the announcement on a multi-year extension. The new deal does guarantee that Noah will not become an unrestricted free agent at the end of the season. The Chicago Tribune reports that the deal is worth $11 million annually with incentives in place … [Read more...] about Joakim Noah Signs Extension with the Bulls

Former Cub Matt Murton about to Become Japan’s Hit Leader

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Former MLB corner outfielder Matt Murton hit .286/.352/.436 in his 1,058 plate, 354 games for the Cubs, Rockies, and A's. However, the 2003 first round pick never made it in the big leagues. But in Japan he's hitting .349 with 17 home runs and 88 RBIs. He's not only big in Japan, he's historically huge in Japan. According to Chicago Breaking Sports.com … [Read more...] about Former Cub Matt Murton about to Become Japan’s Hit Leader

How Matthew Stafford Can Become the Next Aaron Rodgers

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At the time of publication Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers had a quarterback rating south of the century mark, but he is still one of the top performers in the league. He is a man much like Steve Young, who learned behind a legend before taking the reins in his prime and becoming more effective than his predecessor could possibly be during the final portion of his career. … [Read more...] about How Matthew Stafford Can Become the Next Aaron Rodgers