In the realm of hitting, mastery is an ongoing journey that encompasses much more than just swinging a bat. It requires a holistic approach that integrates physical conditioning, mental acuity, and technical proficiency. At the heart of this journey lies strength training – the cornerstone upon which hitters forge the physical attributes necessary to excel on the field. … [Read more...] about Building power and precision: strength training for baseball and softball hitters
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Talking Weed with Ryne Sandberg from a Dispensary (EXCLUSIVE)
With the recent very serious news regarding Ryne Sandberg, we felt the need to re-publish this exclusive with my all-time favorite Cubs from May, 2021. Sandberg, 64, revealed his metastatic prostate cancer diagnosis five days ago. We're all pulling for him here at The Sports Bank, and hoping he beats it. How strange is 2021? It's weird enough that Chicago Cubs legend Ryne … [Read more...] about Talking Weed with Ryne Sandberg from a Dispensary (EXCLUSIVE)
The Historical Link Between Satchel Paige and Martin Luther King
As today is MLK Day, the annual holiday that honors the late, great Dr. Martin Luther King, we revisit a past article, on Satchel Paige that embraces the spirit of what this day stands for. On Aug 29, 2013, the 50th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King’s "I have a dream" speech, Keith Olbermann shared his thoughts on the connection between Dr. King’s oratory, his own … [Read more...] about The Historical Link Between Satchel Paige and Martin Luther King
History of Soviet Union National Baseball Team Learns You
Believe it or not, the Soviet Union once had a national baseball team. They weren't exceptional or anything, but they did try to go toe to toe with the United States. Yes, the East vs West, communist vs capitalist clash of civilizations battle carried over to the baseball diamond. Much has been made of CCCP vs USA in ice hockey, to a lesser extent basketball and of course … [Read more...] about History of Soviet Union National Baseball Team Learns You
Montreal Expos: the Unfiltered and Brutally Honest History
The Montreal Expos, Sacre Bleu! Yes Les Expos, what other franchise, in Major League Baseball history, had a weirder existence. They existed from 1969-2004, and only had one division title, in a strike shortened season. The postseason has only been cancelled once in our lifetimes, during the labor crisis of 1994, and yes, it was the Montreal Expos who held the best record in … [Read more...] about Montreal Expos: the Unfiltered and Brutally Honest History
Syncing Cubs Stats with Iowa Hawkeyes v. Northwestern at Wrigley
Technically a home game for the Northwestern Wildcats at Wrigley Field today, fans of the Iowa Hawkeyes outnumbered the people in purple perhaps 10-1, or even 15, or maybe 20-1 today. And honestly, the attendance is really the only place that we'll see large numbers, of any sort, in this Friendly Confines college football game. In the box score, all the numbers are tiny. … [Read more...] about Syncing Cubs Stats with Iowa Hawkeyes v. Northwestern at Wrigley
Wrigley Field Layout for Northwestern vs Iowa Hawkeyes (Photos)
The Wildcats Classic, where the Northwestern Wildcats will host the Iowa Hawkeyes, is only a few days away. So with that in mind, we flash back to 2021, and re-publish this post on the Friendly Confines layout for college football. Overall, it looks absolutely beautiful, just transcendent! However, as we covered during our preview podcast, you still have come cramped corners … [Read more...] about Wrigley Field Layout for Northwestern vs Iowa Hawkeyes (Photos)
Wrigley Field Has Added Meaning for Northwestern OL Coach Kurt Anderson
Northwestern will host Iowa on Saturday at Wrigley Field, the home of the Chicago Cubs, and this game will have special meaning for Wildcats Offensive Line Coach Kurt Anderson. It's extra special on a couple different levels. Obviously, it's a Big Ten West division game, being staged in the very novel and picturesque backdrop that is Wrigley Field, and that's huge in and of … [Read more...] about Wrigley Field Has Added Meaning for Northwestern OL Coach Kurt Anderson