A preliminary Olympic boxing match between Algeria’s Imane Khelif and Italy’s Angela Carini quickly devolved into controversy after 46 seconds, when Carini bowed out following a hard hit. “I have never been hit so hard in my life,” Carini told the media after abandoning the match. The outcome wasn’t quite as simple as one boxer […]
Vikings' Kwesi Adofo-Mensah doesn't get enough respect in GM rankings
The Minnesota Vikings have themselves a good general manager in Kwesi Adofo-Mensah. They don’t have a ton to show for it yet and that impacts how he is viewed throughout the league. The Vikings do have a 13-win season under their belt with Adofo-Mensah leading the charge, but a 7-10 season with an uncertain future […]
Tyrese Haliburton back, hamstring injury: Why Pacers guard doesn't look like All-Star self in 2024 NBA Playoffs
Tyrese Haliburton is listed as questionable with a back injury for Game 3 against the Knicks, which is no surprise. He’s had that same ailment dating back to the first round and played through it, but it has clearly been limiting his effectiveness. Haliburton played well in the Pacers’ Game 2 loss to the Knicks, […]
Red Sox IF doesn't describe 0-for-19 streak as a 'slump'
While the Boston Red Sox haven’t gotten out to the best start imaginable over the first 21 games of their 2024 campaign, one member of the organization has struggled more than most. Entering Friday, Red Sox infielder Bobby Dalbec was 0-for-19 in his at-bats, which was not helping the team’s up-and-down offense. However, during the […]
Why Caitlin Clark doesn't need a national championship to enter GOAT debate for NCAA women's basketball
CLEVELAND – Iowa’s Caitlin Clark smiled through the questions. She shared a laugh with teammate Kate Martin, and she drew a few laughs from reporters at her college press conference. Clark tugged at her jersey. This is not easy. Clark didn’t win a national championship at Iowa. No. 1 South Carolina won 87-75 to complete […]