Entering this NBA season, it was thought that the defending champions the Cleveland Cavaliers would likely run away with the Eastern Conference. That's certainly not the case as the Boston Celtics are now trending towards the elite form showcased in years past. The extremely storied and glorious franchise is back on the upswing, thanks to the leadership of Head Coach Brad … [Read more...] about Are the Cavaliers in Trouble?
Memphis Depay Scores First Goal of His Post Manchester United Career
(Update: former Manchester United Winger Memphis Depay has scored the first goal of his post Red Devils career) Depay spoke at length and in depth publicly for the first time since his sale to Lyon. Depay was banished to the bench at Jose Mourinho's United, and with a new team perhaps he will start seeing the pitch again with regularity. Depay admits it was struggle for … [Read more...] about Memphis Depay Scores First Goal of His Post Manchester United Career
Liverpool FC Ownership was Offered to Bill Gates, Patriots Owner Bob Kraft
One of the most interesting Liverpool news stories circulating in the Twitterverse, blogosphere, cyberspace and media world today involves two big names that you would never expect- Bill Gates and Bob Kraft. Gates, the Microsoft founder and current richest man alive was offered a chance to purchase the team but did not respond. Bill Gates, with a current estimated net worth … [Read more...] about Liverpool FC Ownership was Offered to Bill Gates, Patriots Owner Bob Kraft
Clark Squeeze Ball Popper on Chicago Cubs Website Sells Out
"This is indeed a disturbing universe," said baby Maggie Simpson, voiced by James Earl Jones, on a Halloween episode of The Simpsons. While that phrase perfectly summates current events and headline news these past three weeks, we're actually referring to something much more harmless. Big fan of Clark the Chicago Cubs mascot? Ever wanted him to shoot balls out of his mouth at … [Read more...] about Clark Squeeze Ball Popper on Chicago Cubs Website Sells Out
Henrikh Mkhitaryan: Premier League Stronger, More Athletic than Bundesliga
Manchester United attacking midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan gave a very interesting interview to German publication Sport Bild, which covered a wide array of topics. The former Borussia Dortmund man, who moved up to United this summer had issues adjusting to life in the Premiership at first. He battled some injuries, and when match fit found himself out of the mix because he … [Read more...] about Henrikh Mkhitaryan: Premier League Stronger, More Athletic than Bundesliga
Ander Herrera Says Other Top Four Contenders Should Fear Man United
Last season down the stretch, Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera said that his side is better than their rivals and “noisy neighbors” Manchester City. Herrera was confident that United would edge out City in the end and procure that all important fourth place position. Obviously, it didn't work out that way, nor did it work out to Herrera and his teammates advantage … [Read more...] about Ander Herrera Says Other Top Four Contenders Should Fear Man United
Henrikh Mkhitaryan Hits Back at Those Assuming Greed Motivated his Transfer
As Puff Daddy once sang "it's all about the Benjamins," only in this case it's not. Also, the currency being paid out here wouldn't be American, and hence would not have Benjamin Franklin on it. Moving on... Manchester United attacker Henrikh Mkhitaryan gave a very interesting interview to German publication Sport Bild, which covered a wide array of topics. The former … [Read more...] about Henrikh Mkhitaryan Hits Back at Those Assuming Greed Motivated his Transfer
Antonio Conte Says He’ll “Never Accept Compromises,” and “Die by His Own Ideas”
Chelsea FC have such a comfortable lead right now atop the Premier League table, that it's very hard to imagine anybody catching them. It's their title to lose, and it's going to take a major collapse from the Blues, as well as a huge surge from Tottenham Hotspur or Manchester City, to usurp Stamford Bridge. (Although Eden Hazard begs to differ on who he thinks Chelsea's main … [Read more...] about Antonio Conte Says He’ll “Never Accept Compromises,” and “Die by His Own Ideas”
Antonio Conte Jokes in Certain Moments “I am capable of killing anybody”
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte gave a riveting interview to Sky Sports Italia in which he sounded like an action movie hero on numerous occasions. The Italian went into detail discussing his leadership style and motivational tactics, and many of the sound bites read like they were uttered by Bruce Willis or Liam Neeson in an adventure film. “In those moments I just kept … [Read more...] about Antonio Conte Jokes in Certain Moments “I am capable of killing anybody”
Illini Basketball Achieve Huge Upset; Damage Northwestern NCAA Tournament Hopes
There was much less burnt orange and navy blue than in years past at the annual Illini basketball trip to Northwestern's Welsh-Ryan Arena. However, the crowd was still approximately about 40-45% in favor of Illinois and they got exactly what they came for as the Illini, seven point underdogs, came up to Evanston and put together the most complete effort of the season. The … [Read more...] about Illini Basketball Achieve Huge Upset; Damage Northwestern NCAA Tournament Hopes
