Nationals-Mets becomes first 2021 MLB game impacted by COVID-19

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The Washington Nationals and New York Mets will not play on Opening Day. While 2020 was full of unexpected scheduling delays — including several teams such as the Marlins and Cardinals going weeks at a time without playing due to outbreaks in the clubhouse — 2021 brought with it a surprising optimism that the majority […]

Texas basketball hires Chris Beard to replace Shaka Smart

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After Shaka Smart departed for Marquette, Texas basketball turns to a familiar in-state face in Chris Beard to lead the program.  Texas basketball had a major hole to fill after Shaka Smart departed Austin for Marquette and filled that hole well with Chris Beard’s hiring. The former Texas Tech head coach was hired Thursday as […]

Here’s how to watch Roy Williams’ retirement press conference (Video)

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Here’s how, when, and where to watch North Carolina head coach Roy Williams announce his retirement.  On a day where jokes are common, it’s the truth that North Carolina basketball is saying goodbye to its legendary head coach Roy Williams. After 33 seasons of coaching and over 900 victories, Williams will no longer stand on […]

Cleveland Indians are leaning into how fresh their new lineup looks

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The Cleveland Indians pursuit of a 162-0 season begins on Opening Day, or so the team says in its lineup release.  No one likes to lose, but on a long enough timeline it’s bound to happen. More specifically, on a 162-game schedule it’s nearly impossible to go an entire season without losing a single game. […]

Cubs: Chicago reveals stacked lineup for Opening Day vs Pirates

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Opening Day is here, and the Chicago Cubs have officially released their first lineup of the season.  Baseball is back, and so too are the hopes of North Siders that the Chicago Cubs can finally get over the hump. That’s a tad dramatic, if we’re being honest. The Cubs are five years removed from winning […]