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Orioles’ Jonathan Villar Didn’t Know He Hit For The Cycle

August 6, 2019 By Nick A.

Orioles' Jonathan Villar Didn't Know He Hit For The Cycle

Baltimore Orioles shortstop Jonathan Villar became the fifth player in team history to hit for the cycle. Despite losing 9-6 to the New York Yankees, Villar had a career night, but may have been the last one in the ballpark to know of his accomplishment. .@JRvillar6 became the fifth Oriole in franchise history to hit […]

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Zion Williamson Signs Partnership Deal With Jordan Brand

July 23, 2019 By Nick A.

Zion Williamson’s year just got better. Just over a month after he was selected first overall in the NBA draft by the New Orleans Pelicans, Williamson signed an endorsement deal with Nike’s Jordan Brand. The partnership was announced in posts on the Jordan Brand and Williamson’s social media channels, captioned with the phrase “Kingdome Come”, […]

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Thunder Trade Westbrook To Houston For Paul, Shaking The NBA Landscape

July 12, 2019 By Nick A.

Just when you thought the NBA was done trading superstars, and the league was beginning to take shape, think again. The Oklahoma City Thunder traded 2017 MVP Russell Westbrook to the Houston Rockets for aging star Chris Paul and picks on Thursday. The Thunder will will receive the Rockets’ two first round picks in 2024 […]

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It’s Official: Kawhi Leonard Signs With Clippers For 3-Years, $103 Million

July 10, 2019 By Nick A.

Kawhi Leonard is officially part of the Los Angeles Clippers. The three-time All-Star and two-time NBA Finals MVP, signed for three years and $103 million, with the third year being a player option according to Shams Charania of The Athletic. He was eligible to sign up to a four year deal worth $141 million. Kawhi […]

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Guerrero Jr. Second In HR Derby, But Sets Record With Brilliant Power

July 9, 2019 By Nick A.

Vlad Guerrero Jr. may have come in second at last night’s home run derby, but he’s first in the record books. Guerrero talled 91 total home runs during the event, launching 29 bombs in both the first and second rounds. The 29 home runs is also a record, with the previous best being held by […]

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Could Kawhi Become A Laker? Report Say He’s “Seriously Considering” It

June 28, 2019 By Nick A.

The Kawhi Leonard sweepstakes has gotten a little more interesting. With the Los Angeles Lakers set to acquire Anthony Davis in a trade, and also looking to move more players in the coming days to free-up cap space, it appears the Lakers are becoming serious contenders in landing the two-time Finals MVP. Appearing on “Get […]

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VIDEO: The Story Behind Aaron Rodgers’ 2005 Draft Day

April 18, 2019 By Nick A.

The Story Behind Aaron Rodgers' 2005 Draft Day

The story of Aaron Rodgers’ draft day experience is one of NFL legend. In 2005, Rodgers was a 50/50 choice to go first overall, with San Francisco debating where to take him or Alex Smith. The 49ers ended up going with Smith and then the agony began for Rodgers. The world watched as Rodgers waited […]

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Angels Finalizing $430 Million Contract With Mike Trout

March 19, 2019 By Nick A.

Mike Trout to sign $430 million contract with Angels

To avoid a bidding war at the end of the 2020 season, the Los Angeles Angels are close to finalizing the largest contract in sports history with Mike Trout. The deal is reportedly worth $430 million over 12 years, which would keep the best player of this generation on the Angels for the rest of […]

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Raider Nation, You Officially Have A Home For 2019

March 5, 2019 By Nick A.

The Oakland Raiders will be in the Bay Area for one more season. After struggling to find temporary home for the season before relocating to Las Vegas next season, the Raiders have agreed with the city of Oakland to play in Oakland-Alameda Coliseum one more year. A formal vote on the lease will be held […]

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Bol Bol Era In Oregon Is Most Likely Over. Will Miss Season Due To Stress Fracture

January 3, 2019 By Nick A.

The Ducks have lost their might center. According to multiple sources, and first reported by Matt Prehm, University of Oregon’s Bol Bol will most likely miss the rest of the season with a stress fracture in his left foot. Bol, the son of former NBA center Manute Bol, has been out for the past four […]

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