Alex Gordon leaves coach Mike Jirschele hanging after home run Home run celebration shenanigans are nothing new in MLB. For example, when a rookie connects for his first career big fly, more times than not he'll be greeted in the dugout with complete and utter silence as his teammates purposely ignore his presence or the significance of the moment. Sometimes his teammates even clear the … [Read more...]
Brandon Saad creating ‘chaos’ led to Blackhawks’ Game 4 winner
Brandon Saad creating 'chaos' led to Blackhawks' Game 4 winner CHICAGO — When the puck slipped to Brandon Saad after a chaotic face-off in the Tampa zone early in the third period, the 22-year old Chicago Blackhawks forward wanted to create a little of his own. Seeing Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Anton Stralman stuck in the face-off circle, Saad realized the space he had and drove the … [Read more...]
Torii Hunter tears off jersey in epic meltdown following ejection
Torii Hunter tears off jersey in epic meltdown following ejection Your browser does not support iframes. We have a new contender for on-field meltdown of the year. Minnesota Twins outfielder Torii Hunter went a little haywire after being called out on strikes by home plate umpire Mark Ripperger during the eighth inning of Wednesday's 7-2 loss to the Kansas City Royals. Hunter first appeared … [Read more...]
USWNT’s Abby Wambach under pressure ahead of match against Sweden
USWNT’s Abby Wambach under pressure ahead of match against Sweden There are plenty of fascinating angles in the buildup to the United States against Sweden Women’s World Cup match, and former US head coach, current Sweden boss, and generally beloved mother figure to the women’s game Pia Sundhage added fuel … Continue reading → There are plenty of fascinating angles in the buildup to the … [Read more...]
Brandon Saad, Jonathan Toews come up clutch for Blackhawks in Game 4 win
Brandon Saad, Jonathan Toews come up clutch for Blackhawks in Game 4 win On their current historic run, the Chicago Blackhawk’s top players end up shining in key and clutch moments. It may be a tried and true storyline, but it’s like clockwork for Chicago. This happened again for the Blackhawks in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final. Captain Jonathan Toews led the way for Chicago and Brandon … [Read more...]