High Expectations: 2016 NHL Draft

Embed from Getty Images The NHL Draft is always a highly anticipated event in the world of professional hockey. Young players watch with dreams of their own future, while fans hope their team can add another key piece to the puzzle, and organizations look to find that pivotal player that gets them to the Stanley Cup, the NHL's…
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Copa América Centenario: What to Watch For

Embed from Getty Images In the shadow of the FIFA corruption scandal(s) of 2015, a cloud was cast over preparations for the Copa América Centenario. Nevertheless, the tournament, announced in 2012 to commemorate CONMEBOL's centenary, is going ahead as scheduled across the United States. Ten cities will be used as venues for the games as…
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In Memoriam: Tampa Bay Lightning

Embed from Getty Images On the evening of May 26, 2016, the Tampa Bay Lightning were eliminated in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Finals by the Pittsburgh Penguins. They join the Detroit Red Wings, Los Angeles Kings, New York Rangers, Minnesota Wild, Philadelphia Flyers, Florida Panthers, Chicago Blackhawks, Anaheim Ducks,…
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A Look at the MLB All-Star Ballot

Embed from Getty Images With the All-Star game right around the corner and balloting being already open, it is a good time to discuss who to vote for and who deserves to be an All-Star. Catcher Embed from Getty Images AL: Salvador Perez -Royals NL: Yadier Molina -Cardinals Starting with the National League, there was a toss-up…
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