The Journey to 100 Splash Hits
It took the San Francisco Giants nine games to hit a ball at least 366 feet into McCovey Cove, the area of water that had been named...
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David Hegler
- May 29
- 3 min
General Douglas MacArthur and Athletics
"Upon the fields of friendly strife are sown the seeds that on other days, on other fields, will bear the fruits of victory." -General...
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David Hegler
- May 25
- 4 min
The Last ABA Runner-Up: The 1975-1976 Denver Nuggets
Recently, the Denver Nuggets became the last remnant of the old ABA to reach the NBA Finals. What a glorious time for the franchise! Ever...
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David Hegler
- May 23
- 3 min
The Holdouts: Al Harris and Todd Bell
As mind-boggling as it sounds, the 1985 Chicago Bears defense could have been even better. That year, two potential starters held out for...
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David Hegler
- May 21
- 4 min
The Pride of Gary: The Karras Brothers
There is no more powerful link in the sport of football than that of brotherhood. The best teams often speak very highly of the subject...
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David Hegler
- May 19
- 4 min
In Memoriam: Jim Brown
It is a rare find when a human is so naturally gifted in so many different ventures. As humans, we yearn for the chance to be truly...
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David Hegler
- May 18
- 5 min
Steve Owen
Since their inception, the New York Giants have enjoyed a long, storied history in the NFL. One of their first great coaches was Steve...
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David Hegler
- May 14
- 5 min
Priest Holmes
The running back position can be a fickle one. With all the carnage on the gridiron, running backs typically see greatness for just a few...
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David Hegler
- May 11
- 2 min
John Stevenson
A small beachside town on Santa Monica Bay sits five miles south of LAX. While it is known for its Chevron refinery and large aerospace...
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David Hegler
- May 10
- 4 min
Eddie Grant
Fair or not, athletics are often compared to war. The grind and the camaraderie between teammates and fellow soldiers often bear a...
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David Hegler
- May 9
- 4 min
The Royal Rooters
In a dark, musty bar on 940 Columbus Avenue in the Roxbury Crossing neighborhood of Boston, the faithful patrons of the Third Base Saloon...
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David Hegler
- May 8
- 3 min
The Huntington Avenue Baseball Grounds
Few ballparks are as revered as Boston's Fenway Park. From the rustic view to the majestic Green Monster, it has truly captured America's...
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David Hegler
- May 7
- 3 min
In Memoriam: Vida Blue
From the moment that Vida Blue signed his first professional contract with the Kansas City A's, he was motivated by one thing: to take...
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David Hegler
- May 5
- 4 min
Tom Fears
The Rams of the 1950s were one of the great offenses in league history. With Both quarterbacks on their way to Canton and a receiver...
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David Hegler
- May 4
- 4 min
Cal Hubbard
America is a land full of opportunity. To date, there is just one man who is enshrined in both the Pro Football Hall of Fame as well as...
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David Hegler
- May 3
- 4 min
The Five Greatest Giants Managers
1. John McGraw When John McGraw arrived in New York for his first day as a player/manager, the Giants were the joke of the National...
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David Hegler
- May 2
- 1 min
11,676 Days
It's been 11,676 days since the Golden State Warriors last played the Los Angeles Lakers in the playoffs. A lot has changed and some have...
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David Hegler
- Apr 30
- 3 min
The L.A. Memorial Coliseum: 100 Years of Memories
Taking a stroll in L.A's Exposition Park, you will most likely stumble upon a vast stadium filled with wonder and excitement. Walk a...
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David Hegler
- Apr 29
- 6 min
The Legacy of the Position: Eagles, Defensive Line
While the needs vary each year, the NFL Draft brings hope and optimism to every single franchise. Many view this hope as being for the...
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David Hegler
- Apr 29
- 4 min
The Legacy of the Position: Chargers, Defensive Line
While the needs vary each year, the NFL Draft brings hope and optimism to every single franchise. Many view this hope as being for the...
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