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Baseball Thoughts... (Pt. 2)
Obviously, if you are a baseball fan, you know the name Henry Aaron. He set the home run record, passing Babe Ruth. In fact, I can remember it like it was yesterday, as I sat at my Aunt Edna’s house and watched on her TV as Henry Aaron swatted the ball off Al Downing that eventful night. I can still see it in my mind as he rounded the bases, being mobbed by fans and players alike, it was a bright moment for a player that had achieved so much.
By Dan Reinhart7 years ago in Unbalanced
Anthony Davis Struggles in 30-Point Loss to Magic
After 24 minutes on the floor, the New Orleans Pelicans forward Anthony Davis was unable to get the job done. In addition to the off-the-court drama that has grabbed the attention of NBA enthusiasts, Tuesday night's performance added more fuel to the Anthony Davis discussion. Davis left the floor after submitting a 1-9 shooting performance while participating in a 30-point loss at the hands of the Orlando Magic. His troubles began in the first quarter and continued to progress throughout the span of the regular season game. E'Twaun Moore tried to carry his team, but unfortunately, his 19-point effort could not change the fact that there are big problems in New Orleans.
By Thuurd .I7 years ago in Unbalanced
Best Sprinters
Through the years there have been many great Olympic sprinters, Olympic sprinting is one of the most exciting events in the Olympics because it is so explosive and fast! I’m going to touch on some Olympic sprinters, dating from the 1930s through the 1990s. I will be focused on male and female sprinters through Olympic history.
By Joseline Burns7 years ago in Unbalanced
Baseball Thoughts...
I was born into a family where my dad worked many long hours to provide for our family. He was a “Sanitation Engineer” or as what we called him, “the sewer cleaner.” Don’t get me wrong, I knew he loved me. In fact, he would always tell my mom to let me stay up so that he could see me.
By Dan Reinhart7 years ago in Unbalanced
No AD? No Problem
Move over Allen, AI stands for All In now. In November, the 76ers sent a notice to the NBA that they were coming for the 2019 Eastern Conference crown by acquiring Justin Patton... Oh and Jimmy Butler. Apparently, the Bucks, Raptors, Celtics, and Pacers didn't get the memo, as they all sit ahead of Philly in the standings leading up to the trade deadline. In order to really drive home their point, the 76ers added Tobias Harris, Boban, and Mike Scott two days before the deadline. Getting James Ennis from Houston does little to generate headlines, but provides meaningful depth and experience. Much to the locker room attendant's relief, the revolving door stopped to kick Markelle Fultz to Orlando in exchange for a 1st (OKC), a future 2nd, and a guard with an actual jump shot—well kinda (Jonathon Simmons is 22.9% from 3 this year, but 31.2% for his career). Combine these transactions with Boston's underwhelming first half and Dipo's injury and the 76ers look likely to push up the standings. They're only 6.5 games out of first place. Despite Marc Gasol moving to The North, you'd be hard pressed to find a better starting 5 anywhere east of Oakland.
By Ryan Kennedy7 years ago in Unbalanced
AAF: A Few Reasons the Alliance of American Football May Be Here to Stay
Usually, the day after the Superbowl signals the long wait until August, when football once again kicks off. Not this year, though, and the AAF are the ones to thank. The Alliance of American Football kicked off this past weekend, and other than the fact that they have the official backing and blessing of the "NFL," they might be here to stay. Here's why:
By Kenneth Wilson7 years ago in Unbalanced
Hobby vs Lifestyle
Can you recall being told that you were good at something by strangers? Perhaps you showed promise in a particular skill? There are many things that we could be good at in life. Maybe even great! The question I would like to pose is: Should we?
By The Breatharian Blogger7 years ago in Unbalanced
Despite Win, New Orleans Pelicans, Anthony Davis' Situation Will Be Awkward Remainder of the Season
The New Orleans Pelicans didn't trade Anthony Davis. Despite his public trade request, New Orleans decided to keep the All-NBA big man, and he played in his first game since that request Friday night against the Timberwolves. It was about as awkward of a game you'll ever see, as the seats were barren, and the fans that were there booed early in the game when Davis touched the ball. The Pelicans won 122-117, and those boos turned into cheers but with Anthony Davis not playing in the fourth, is this how it's going to be like for the rest of the season? Things are awkward and it won't get any better.
By William Ricks7 years ago in Unbalanced
College Football's Talking Heads Should STFU
Troy Aikman in 85, Jeff George in 86, JJ Watt, Nick Foles, and Ryan Mallett in 07, Baker Mayfield in 14, and Kyler Murray in 15—all transferred schools with multiple years of eligibility remaining. Every year hundreds of players seek to do the same thing: Go to a new school where they can receive an education and play football. Many of these student-athletes do so after just one year at their first school (in Bru McCoy's case, MUCH less than a year). Don't tell the old-timers, but THAT'S OKAY!
By Ryan Kennedy7 years ago in Unbalanced
Fighter of the Decade Debate 2010-2020
2020 is almost here and the once in a decade award is up for grabs. "Fighter of the Decade" is an award the BWAA (Boxing Writers Association of America) started giving out in the 1990s. So far the two winners of this once a decade award have gone to Roy Jones Jr. and Manny Pacquiao. My personal choice for this decade is close between the two fighters you see pictured in the thumbnail of this article. Floyd Money Mayweather and Andre S.O.G. Ward. It's called Fighter of the Decade, but I think between these two, their first five years swamp a lot of their fellow fighters accomplishments. Their next opponents after that five could be looked at as extra credit. First, let's take a walk down memory lane through Andre Ward's career of this decade.
By Jeffrey Fontanos7 years ago in Unbalanced
