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2025 MLB Mock Draft Version 16.0 FINAL

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Our sixteenth and final edition of the 2025 MLB mock draft has arrived, and with that we say- happy 2025 Major League Baseball Draft day everybody! And The Sports Bank, as far as we know, is the only independently-owned, mom and pop shop website to publish a mock draft in all four of the major North American sports. In case you missed it, here is the link to our 2025 NHL … [Read more...] about 2025 MLB Mock Draft Version 16.0 FINAL

White Sox White Flag MLB Trade Rumors

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The Chicago White Sox announced recently that they will listen to offers for anyone on their roster with the exception of pitcher Chris Sale and first baseman Paul Konerko.  In a recent question and answer session with the fans, most indicated that any player would be fair game if led to a better team in the long run.  So the Sportsbank takes a look at possible locations for … [Read more...] about White Sox White Flag MLB Trade Rumors

White Sox Fans Need to Show Up or Shut Up for Tigers Series

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Let’s be honest White Sox fans, despite our place in the standings, the Detroit Tigers have owned the Chicago White Sox this year in every sense of the word.  The Tigers have swept the Sox in back-to-back series, crushed us in home attendance and since the beginning of the season have received all of the attention, praise and post season backing from media outside of Chicago.  … [Read more...] about White Sox Fans Need to Show Up or Shut Up for Tigers Series

Shutting down Strasburg is. . .STUPID

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Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg has certainly lived up to all the hype surrounding him when he became the #1 pick in the 2010 Major League Baseball draft. Despite his elbow injury during his rookie season, which required Tommy John surgery, Strasburg has bounced back to nearly 100% health and strength. But a lot has been made on the Nationals decision to shut … [Read more...] about Shutting down Strasburg is. . .STUPID

Josh Hamilton and Matt Kemp Are Threats For The Triple Crown

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It’s still “early” in baseball terms, but Josh Hamilton and Matt Kemp have done nothing but put on shows. Their superb play has gotten more attention than Philip Humber’s perfect game. Hamilton and Kemp are going for the Triple Crown in their respective leagues. The Triple Crown is revered, by many, to be the greatest single-season accomplishment in all of baseball. … [Read more...] about Josh Hamilton and Matt Kemp Are Threats For The Triple Crown

How BAD are the Minnesota Twins?

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I know that the baseball season is a marathon, not a sprint. But already in the early stages of the season there is cause for concern if you are a Minnesota Twins fan, like me. Coming off a 99-loss season in 2011, Twins management did almost nothing to improve an offense that was near the bottom in runs scored or a bullpen that was absolutely God-awful. They added Jason … [Read more...] about How BAD are the Minnesota Twins?

Sorting out the Ryan Braun Fiasco; Who were the winners and the losers?

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            Unlike most of the sports media world, I thought I would sit back and soak up the details before discussing my opinion on the scandal/drug testing fiasco involving the reigning National League MVP and Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Ryan Braun. Thus far, we've heard the results of the appeal, some details involving the … [Read more...] about Sorting out the Ryan Braun Fiasco; Who were the winners and the losers?

National Apathy for 2011 World Series? New Poll Confirms It

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If you've said "DON'T CARE!" in reference to the 2011 World Series between the Texas Rangers and St. Louis Cardinals, you're far from alone. Poll Position (it's a survey company, not anything affiliated with strippers) conducted a national scientific telephone survey of 1,110 registered voters. They simply asked the respondents are you interested in the 2011 World … [Read more...] about National Apathy for 2011 World Series? New Poll Confirms It

Twins Should Trade Michael Cuddyer

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The trade deadline is fast approaching in Major League Baseball. It is a unique season, so the date is largely ignored due to the NFL free agent comings and goings. Twins General Manager Bill Smith has some tough decisions to make. The team is on the borderline of heading into contention for the stretch run or on the cusp of faltering into the depths of the cellar in the … [Read more...] about Twins Should Trade Michael Cuddyer