I’d love to cheer up the Cubs’ captain. If only I knew how.
Today’s Best Bets: Thursday, July 22nd
Charlie Morton continues to defy the spin rate narrative and we will ride Chris Flexen to our grave.
Texas Is Moving on From Being a Basketball School
The Texas-to-the-SEC stuff is big news in the NIT world, as the Longhorns moving on from Shaka Smart finally makes sense.
David Ross Had a Busy Night
Three decisions of note from the skipper.
Joey Daccord Goes West
We (myself, an Ottawa Senators fan) hardly knew ye.
Every Thought I Can Think About Texas and Oklahoma Potentially Joining the SEC
Financial realizations, Iowa State’s mortal terror, Texas A&M getting bullied, and so many more things in the latest manifestation of mankind’s urge to conquer.
How Memorable Will That Cubs Comeback Be?
How will we remember last night’s happenings? (Yes this is an excuse to bring up the David Bote Game)
Will the Angels Ever Be Good?
The Angels are, yet again, mediocre. When will this change?
Joe Kelly Was the Spark the Dodgers Needed Last Night
If the Dodgers win the NL West, they’ll think about that comeback, and the guy who started it all.
Does Formula 1 Expect Me to Host a Race?
I have not been contacted about this.
Last Night Was Fun (Talking About the Cubs Here)
Flew under the radar a bit, but whoa, what a ninth.
Not All Dabo’s Takes Are Bad
Playoff expansion is a threat to Dabo Swinney.
IndyCar Idea: Make One of the Cars Stinky
Just one car.
Remember That Guy? Sam Fuld Edition
Did you guys know he doubled a guy off on that play?
Javy Báez Might Be Worth $200 Million
The *speculation* Báez might ask for $200M is not absurd.
The Phillies Could Buy—If They Had Any Means to Pay
The Phillies have closed the division gap enough to think about buying. They also have a terrible farm system and a payroll bonking its head on the luxury tax.
Payne v. Portis: NIT Alumni Chase a Lesser Crown
NIT heroes lead their teams in pursuit of a lesser, but still important, title.
Today’s Best Bet: Tuesday, July 20th
More like Taylor Widen-his-ERA-tonight-er.