Spotlight on the Texas Rangers For the Rangers, who were the most surprising team in the majors last year, 2016 is a boom or bust year. On one side, Texas has World Series potential, but their injury history could make that goal look silly by midseason. The return of ace Yu Darvish is the major … Continue reading 2016 AL West Preview
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John’s Guide to April Madness
March Madness is over. The massive 68-team tournament produced teams for the ages, from the 15 seed Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders, who by upending championship hopeful Michigan State pulled off the most stunning early upset in the history of March Madness, to the team Middle Tennessee lost to in the next round, 10 seed Syracuse … Continue reading John’s Guide to April Madness
With recent upset, Spurs prove to be antidote to Warriors
March Madness was in full throttle last week, but the biggest game wasn’t in the college ranks. Saturday featured a clash of the titans of the National Basketball Association, the 63-7 Golden State Warriors visiting the 59-11 San Antonio Spurs. The two teams are enjoying historic runs, each undefeated at home and on pace to … Continue reading With recent upset, Spurs prove to be antidote to Warriors
2016 AL Central Preview
Spotlight on the Cleveland Indians Cleveland has mile-high potential. The rotation of Cy Young winner Corey Kluber and youngers Carlos Carrasco, Trevor Bauer, and Danny Salazar is the best in the American League and are backed up by a top-tier closer in Trevor Bauer. Scoring runs has been problematic. Second baseman Jason Kipnis and outfielder … Continue reading 2016 AL Central Preview
2016 AL East Preview
Spotlight on the Tampa Bay Rays Tampa can’t hit, but by the end of the season, they’ll look like last year’s Mets team. The rotation is young and deadly, with Cy Young finalist Chris Archer at the top. He’ll be supported by Drew Smyly, Alex Cobb, Jake Odorizzi, and Matt Moore, all promising but injury-prone … Continue reading 2016 AL East Preview
Tips for your March Madness bracket
There is nothing like March Madness. The month-long tournament, which actually finishes in April, is a 68-team mega-tournament of pure basketball. Filling out brackets, an enjoyable task to do but impossible to do correctly, is as popular a practice as watching the games. Need help with your bracket? Here are my tips for creating your … Continue reading Tips for your March Madness bracket
John’s 2016 March Madness Bracket
Movie Review: Race gives American legend overdue spotlight
Throughout Jesse Owens' career, he failed to receive the attention and respect he deserved. In the 1936 Olympics in Berlin, Germany, Owens was shunned by Hitler and the Nazi regime when he won his four gold medals. Back in America, the track star was a forgotten hero. Even Hollywood seemed to forget about Owens, but … Continue reading Movie Review: Race gives American legend overdue spotlight
After Super Bowl collapse, Cam needs to grow up
Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton had a legendary year and ascended to the ranks of the elite of the NFL. The 2015 NFL MVP threw for 35 touchdowns and rushed for 10 more despite a depleted receiving corps, including to top target Kelvin Benjamin. His Panthers won 15 games and reached Super Bowl 50. For … Continue reading After Super Bowl collapse, Cam needs to grow up
Broncos shut down Panthers, capture Super Bowl 50
Defense wins championships. That was the case in Super Bowl 50, a gritty defensive battle between the Denver Broncos and Carolina Panthers. Thanks to a historic defense that forced four turnovers and pressured Carolina quarterback Cam Newton all game, Denver won its third Super Bowl, 24-10. Denver took control early by scoring a touchdown on … Continue reading Broncos shut down Panthers, capture Super Bowl 50
Riker's Block 