Two months into the MLB season, one team is doing exactly as expected. That team is the Chicago Cubs, who are living up to their lofty expectations and playing at a historic pace. The Cubs lead the majors in wins with a 43-18 record through June 12, four games ahead of the Washington Nationals in … Continue reading Three stats that show Cubs’ early dominance
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Why Finding Dory will be epic
Sequels generally lack the greatness of the original, but Finding Dory, which takes place after the events of the 2003 movie Finding Nemo, should be an exception to the rule. Here is why you should just keep swimming to the movie theater to see this blockbuster when it comes out next week. Our favorite fish … Continue reading Why Finding Dory will be epic
Splash Bros Propel Warriors to NBA Finals
For a while, it looked like the best team in NBA history wouldn’t even make it to the championship. Following a stunning knockout of the Spurs, the Oklahoma City Thunder led the Warriors, owners of a 73-9 record, three games to one. Thunder forward Kevin Durant and guard Russell Westbrook were at the top of … Continue reading Splash Bros Propel Warriors to NBA Finals
NFC Powers Primed for Epic Year
Halfway through the 2015 NFL season, it looked like it was the Panthers’ year. Powered by a breakout by quarterback Cam Newton, dominant performance from every level of the defense, and emergence of several under-the-radar starters, Carolina flirted with perfection, finishing 15-1 and reaching their second Super Bowl in franchise history. We know now that … Continue reading NFC Powers Primed for Epic Year
Pixar Theory- Fantasy or Reality
As a huge fan of the Disney-Pixar movies, I’m well versed in the movies and many of the little details. The Super Carlin Brothers, who are YouTube celebrities, regularly publish videos examining the best fan theories about the movies, and through one of their videos I learned about the Pixar Theory, the grandest and most … Continue reading Pixar Theory- Fantasy or Reality
Catching up with Colin SyBing
Colin SyBing broke onto the scene as an elite runner for Wootton cross country and track during his sophomore year, running a 16:36 at the regional race and finishing in the top 25 in the state championship with a 16:41. This year as a senior, SyBing led Wootton cross country to its first ever boys’ … Continue reading Catching up with Colin SyBing
Breaking down quarterback class of NFL Draft
The most thrilling part of the NFL draft is the quarterback position. The selection of a quarterback can single-handedly change the fortune of a franchise, like Tom Brady or Russell Wilson, or sink the team into mediocrity, like Tim Couch or Ryan Leaf. This year, the Rams and Eagles, two quarterback-needy franchises, traded the farm … Continue reading Breaking down quarterback class of NFL Draft
Maryland Primary Recap: Trump, Clinton win MD
On Tuesday, Maryland held its primary for the 2016 presidential election. One of five states to hold primaries on the day, Maryland's results were decisive, with clear victories by Republican front runner Donald Trump and Democrat front runner Hillary Clinton. Trump received the majority of the vote in the Republican primary, beating out Ohio Governor … Continue reading Maryland Primary Recap: Trump, Clinton win MD
Riker Film: Battle of Hoth
Happy Star Wars Day!!! May the Fourth be with you.
NBA Playoff Predictions 2016
The NBA Playoffs are upon us! Using the circle bracket format found on sportslogos.net, I created a bracket for my predictions. And once again, the Golden State Warriors will win the NBA Championship!
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