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What Went Wrong: Were Injuries REALLY the Problem?
You know, we really should be commending the Atlanta Braves this season. After all, this team had so many injuries on the squad. Key players from all positions. Ronald Acuna, Jr. was out yet again. It was a disaster, yet the Braves survived. They rose from the proverbial ashes and persevered. The Braves managed to snag one of the National League's three Wild Card spots, doing so in the second game of the makeshift doubleheader that was played on September 30.
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a year ago in Unbalanced
Red Sox Consider Young Valuable Japanese Pitcher
Ending a third tragic season without making it to the playoffs, the Boston Red Sox will be watching the playoffs from their couches again this year. The bullpen needs a makeover, the team must continue to find producers on offense, and with some time before spring, the Red Sox as we know it will be looking different. This is a good thing, the franchise is not winning, it is not making the playoffs, so it is time to spruce up Fenway with impactful offseason decisions. With Craig Breslow looking to make a name for himself, will Boston consider 22-year-old Japanese superstar Roki Sasaki for their bullpen?
By Total Apex Entertainment & Sportsabout a year ago in Unbalanced
What Went Wrong: 18 Innings, One Run
Last year, the Baltimore Orioles won 101 games; their best season in good bit. The expectations were high for the O's that year, but in a shocker, they were swept by the Texas Rangers, who went on to win the World Series. That was taken as a learning experience for that group, and it was believed that the following year would see the Orioles continue to flourish. Sure enough, that's what happened. Well, from March to mid-August, at least.
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a year ago in Unbalanced
John Jay Cross Country Goes Round the Bend at Byram Hills
Please see tip, pledge and subscribe buttons below. On Tuesday September 10, John Jay Cross Country traveled to Byram Hills for their first dual meet of the season, and even Sloan Wasserman and her All State standing intended to ease into the trial run.
By Rich Monettiabout a year ago in Unbalanced
What Went Wrong: Ding Dong, the 'Stros are GONE!
You know, we just witnessed a new tradition in Texas sports: being eliminated at home by teams who had no business getting in. First off, there was the Dallas Cowboys. Won the NFC East, finished second in the conference behind the Niners, and were at home facing a Green Bay Packers team that was held together by scotch tape and Elmer's Glue. What happened? Cowboys were decimated. Blown out at home by a seventh-seeded Packers team with a rookie QB. Clearly embarrassing, right?
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a year ago in Unbalanced
Red Sox Consider Young Valuable Japanese Pitcher
Ending a third tragic season without making it to the playoffs, the Boston Red Sox will be watching the playoffs from their couches again this year. The bullpen needs a makeover, the team must continue to find producers on offense, and with some time before spring, the Red Sox as we know it will be looking different. This is a good thing, the franchise is not winning, it is not making the playoffs, so it is time to spruce up Fenway with impactful offseason decisions. With Craig Breslow looking to make a name for himself, will Boston consider 22-year-old Japanese superstar Roki Sasaki for their bullpen?
By Total Apex Entertainment & Sportsabout a year ago in Unbalanced
Cross Country Team Gets out of the Gate at Byram Hills
Please see tip, pledge and subscribe buttons below. On Tuesday September 10, Somers traveled to Byram Hills High School for the first dual meet of the season and banking off Exit 3 of 684 turned out to be a bit of a prelude for the run. “I wasn’t really into all the sharp turns on the course,” said Mia Sandolo. But she still managed a third place finish, and her teammate did the race one better.
By Rich Monettiabout a year ago in Unbalanced
2024 Wild Card Series Preview
We made it, folks! A wild MLB season full of history (both good and bad), amazing moments, and jaw-dropping milestones has come to an end. It needed an extra day due to a hurricane, but we reached the finish line. Now, the fun really begins. The Postseason is here! I always love MLB's Postseason; it's always been a sprint to crown a champion. Even with this current format, it's still a sprint--lasting barely over a month.
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a year ago in Unbalanced
What the F***?. AI-Generated.
### What the F***? The Psychology and Culture of Swearing Swearing, often considered taboo, has a complex role in human communication and society. The phrase "What the f***?" exemplifies how profanity can convey a wide range of emotions—from shock and disbelief to frustration and anger. But why do we swear, and what does it say about us?
By Someoneabout a year ago in Unbalanced
Tampa Bay Rays Retrospective
Well, another Rays season is officially in the books. For the first time since 2018, the Rays will not be playing in October. It was an up and down season. Some bright spots for sure, but they just couldn't string together enough wins to keep their season alive. Now all that's left to do is rest up and get ready for 2025.
By Daniel Kilkellyabout a year ago in Unbalanced
Mets-Braves Doubleheader: How We Got Here, Who’s Pitching, and the Playoff Stakes
As the 2024 MLB season reaches its climax, the New York Mets and the Atlanta Braves find themselves in a high-stakes doubleheader. The games have significant playoff implications, not just for the teams involved but for the entire National League. Fans are wondering how this matchup came to be, who will be taking the mound, and how these games could impact the postseason picture. Let’s break it all down.
By Jayuabout a year ago in Unbalanced
MLB Pennant Race 2024: One More Day
It's not over yet, folks! This day, September 29, 2024, was originally set as the final day of the 2024 regular season. The normal final day schedule was set, with every game starting at nearly the same time, just a few minutes apart. However, Hurricane Helene's rampage in the Southeast forced the last two games of the series between the New York Mets and the Atlanta Braves to be pushed to Monday, September 30, pending the outcome of the original final day's games.
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a year ago in Unbalanced
