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Dave Matthews Band to play 2 shows at Wrigley, I must flee the Neighborhood

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Frat boys unite! You have nothing to lose but your sobriety; and maybe your pants. When Jimmy Buffett elected to play a couple concerts at Wrigley Field a couple years ago, I thought "wow, makes perfect sense from a marketing standpoint- a musician who has won zero awards, but still sells A TON of records on the concept of a "Margaritaville" state of mind, teaming up with … [Read more...] about Dave Matthews Band to play 2 shows at Wrigley, I must flee the Neighborhood

Evan Turner shines in 76ers Summer League Debut

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This July, the NBA Summer League is certainly taking a back seat to the NBA Free Agency period. But here at The Sports Bank we got you covered. Especially when it comes to His Royal Smoothness Evan Turner, the most blogged about individual in TSB history. Although David Kahn, Adam Burish, Erin Andrews and Jenn Brown are not far behind. They say only geeks and die-hards … [Read more...] about Evan Turner shines in 76ers Summer League Debut

Uruguay to Face the Netherlands in Semifinals sans Luis Suarez and Others

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Heading into Tuesday’s semifinal match, The South American Cinderellas (Uruguay) will be without their co-leading goal-scorer, forward Luis Suarez. He was given a red card in extra-time against Ghana for his handball, which prevented a possible game-winning goal (watch here). Once again, we are all forced to listen to the same song; referees and FIFA’s rules costing … [Read more...] about Uruguay to Face the Netherlands in Semifinals sans Luis Suarez and Others

Bulls Summer League Roster, Schedule Finalized

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The Chicago Bulls announced today that the team will participate in the 2010 Las Vegas Summer League.  The Bulls will play a total of five games from July 13-18 at Cox Pavilion and the Thomas & Mack Center located on the campus of UNLV.  Current Bulls player James Johnson highlights this summer’s 12-man roster. Click here highlighted to read a profile/interview of said … [Read more...] about Bulls Summer League Roster, Schedule Finalized

Rios and Konerko SNUBBED, Matt Thornton makes AL All-Star Squad

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Is this insane? No Paul Konerko or Alex Rios from the Chicago White Sox on the American League All-Star squad? Konerko, however is one of the five AL finalists in the Major League All-Star Game Final Vote. GO HERE to get him in. (By doing it the Chicago Way- "vote early, vote often," we've had good luck getting Scott Podsednik and A.J. Pierzynski in the game in year's past, … [Read more...] about Rios and Konerko SNUBBED, Matt Thornton makes AL All-Star Squad

Marlon Byrd is the All-Star Word

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As miserable a season as the Chicago Cubs of had, every Major League Baseball team is allowed one All-Star and outfielder Marlon Byrd has been named to the 2010 National League team on behalf of the Cubs. It is the first All-Star selection of Byrd’s career. Byrd was selected to the All-Star team by way of voting by the players. The 81st Major League All-Star Game is … [Read more...] about Marlon Byrd is the All-Star Word

Chicago Fire blow chance to get back into Conference Race

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The Chicago Fire have had a rather disappointing season so far. This 2010 team doesn't look like they'll reach the Conference Finals like their 2009 counterparts did. The Fire blew a great chance to make up some ground Saturday night as their 2-0-3 unbeaten streak ended by a Jason Garey header in the final moments of the first half, capping a frantic four-minute interval that … [Read more...] about Chicago Fire blow chance to get back into Conference Race

Twins Draft Pick, Ohio St. Hurler named National Pitcher of the Year

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Alex Wimmers has been chosen as the best pitcher in college baseball for the 2010 season. Ohio State’s junior All-American, who fashioned a 9-0 record and a 1.61 earned run average this season, was named by the College Baseball Foundation (CBF) as its National Pitcher of the Year Friday in Lubbock, Texas. Career-wise Wimmers, who was drafted in the first round of the … [Read more...] about Twins Draft Pick, Ohio St. Hurler named National Pitcher of the Year