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Houston Astros Roger Clemens makes his way to bat during the second inning against the St. Louis Cardinals in their Major League Baseball game Sunday, Sept. 24, 2006, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

It’s time for the MLB to punish Astros’ players. Here’s why.

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief January 28, 2020

Following a three-month investigation into the Houston Astros’ sign-stealing scandal, Major League Baseball (MLB) recently announced its penalties against Houston leadership. However, while both upper...

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Black Athlete spotlight: Eliud Kipchoge

Eduardo E. Santos, Writer January 28, 2020

“No human is limited.” For Kenyan long-distance runner Eliud Kipchoge, this inspirational quote became reality.  Running a marathon in under two hours has been an elusive goal for many elite...

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Katie Sowers inspires on the field, makes Super Bowl history

Rachel Willard, Arts & Life Editor January 28, 2020

San Francisco 49er assistant coach Katie Sowers, the second woman and the first openly gay individual to be a full-time assistant coach in the National Football League, will be breaking down multiple barriers...

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WWE Royal Rumble grades and analysis

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief January 26, 2020

  United States Championship: Andrade (c) vs. Humberto Carrillo Highlights: Andrade counters Carrillo's springboard arm drag by slamming Carrillo into the mat Carrillo executes a picture-perfect...

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Kobe Bryant, daughter dead in helicopter crash

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief January 26, 2020

According to  reports, NBA legend Kobe Bryant died in a helicopter crash Sunday morning in Calabasas, Ca. As first reported by TMZ, Bryant was traveling with four others in his private helicopter. However,...

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Patrick Kane 90th player to 1,000 points

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief January 19, 2020

When Patrick Kane provided Ryan Carpenter with a perfect feed in the slot, he initiated a sequence of events that would engrave his name in NHL history. Following Brandon Saad's tip-in goal during Sunday...

The NFL should reject Michael Vick

The NFL should reject Michael Vick

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief January 14, 2020

The NFL selected former Atlanta Falcons and Philadelphia Eagles’ quarterback Michael Vick to serve as an honorary captain for the 2020 Pro Bowl, despite two popular petitions demanding his removal. The...

Dominik Kubalik is leading the Blackhawks’ youth movement

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief January 14, 2020

The emergence of Blackhawks’ rookie Dominik Kubalik has been a rare bright spot in a season plagued by injuries and inconsistency. As of Jan. 14, Kubalik, 24, sits first among rookies in both even strength...

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An Inquiry into Trans in Sports

Monty Stites, Editor In Chief January 14, 2020

There has been an increasingly prevalent discussion in the wider culture surrounding those who are transgender and their participation in sports. However, much of the noise surrounding the debate has been...

BREAKING: Bears extend Eddie Jackson

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief January 3, 2020

The  Chicago Bears signed Pro Bowl safety Eddie Jackson to a four-year, $58.4 million extension with $22 million guaranteed, according to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network.  The extension makes Jackson...

BREAKING: Chicago Bears fire Mark Helfrich, three others

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief December 31, 2019

The Chicago Bears fired offensive coordinator Mark Helfrich and three others Tuesday, according to Adam Jahns of The Athletic. The Bears organization later confirmed the report. Alongside Helfrich,...

Dissecting Alex DeBrincat’s slow start

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief December 28, 2019

Alex DeBrincat put the hockey world on notice last season with his sophomore 41-goal, 76-point campaign. You see, DeBrincat wasn't supposed to light the lamp with the same regularity he enjoyed during...

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